Cindy Aplanalp & Chairma Design Group

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About Us

Cindy Aplanalp Yates, ASID, founder and Principal Designer of Chairma Design Group, is the winner of numerous Houston’s Best, Prism, ASID, HGTV’s Show- House Show- Down and other building/design related awards. Her firms celebrated work is frequently published. The key to Chairma’s success is the close personal connection Cindy and her design team share with each client. This personal attention allows them to create easy living, yet elegant interiors that are as unique as each individual they serve. A true believer that the best projects are a collaborative effort between the client, her design team and other engaged design/building professionals, this team spirit fuels her desire to craft lasting, memorable homes for exceptional living. To Cindy, her work feels like play. Cindy has been awarded the "Best of Houzz" for Design and Service since 2013. Check out our reviews and contact us for your next project!

Services Provided

3D Rendering, Art Selection, Basement Design, Bathroom Design, Bedroom Design, Closet Design, Custom Bathroom Vanities, Custom Blinds & Shades, Custom Cabinets, Custom Furniture, Custom Kitchen Cabinets, Custom Pantries, Custom Rugs, Custom Table, Custom Walk-in Closets, Dining Room Design, Energy-Efficient Homes, Entry Design, Floor Plans, Furniture Selection, Garage Design, Guesthouse Design & Construction, Handicap-Accessible Design, Home Theater Design, Interior Design, Kids Bedroom Design, Kitchen Design, Laundry Room Design, Lighting Design, Living Room Design, Mudroom Design, Nursery Design, Playroom Design, Project Management, Space Planning, Universal Design, Wine Cellar Design, Home Office Design, Custom Countertops, Home Additions, Home Extensions, Pantry Design, Bathroom Remodeling, Kitchen Remodeling, Basement Remodeling, Construction Drawings, Home Remodeling, New Home Construction, Special Spaces

Areas Served

Barker, Bellaire, Cypress, Houston, Hufsmith, Humble, Jersey Village, Katy, North Houston, Spring, The Woodlands, Tomball, Sugarland, Galleria, Montgomery, Galveston, River Oaks, Conroe, Magnolia, Memorial, Kingwood, Uptown, Rice Military, Heights, West University, Tanglewood, Royal Oaks, Greater Heights

Awards

Winner of the many prestigious Awards, Houston’s Best, Prism, ASID, HGTV’s Show- House Show- Down and other building/design related awards. Winner of HGTV's Showhouse Showdown

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97 Projects

The Woodlands, TX

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74 Reviews for Cindy Aplanalp & Chairma Design Group

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5.0|74 reviews

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4.9

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4.9

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5.0

Andrea Tanory

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I have been working with Chairma Design Group on several design projects since 2018. We've done full renovations to three bathrooms, office, dining room, and entry as well as our current project of fully furnishing a three bedroom lakehouse. Valerie, my designer, was able to see my vision, no matter how big, and make it a reality. The results have been stunning and everyone who enters my house comments on how it looks straight out of a magazine. I will continue to work with Chairma Design Group for all of my future projects. I have worked with other designers in the past and Chairma stands out as the cream of the crop. They are professional, organized, and most importantly, able to create absolutely gorgeous spaces.

September 23, 2021

Comment from Cindy Aplanalp & Chairma Design Group:

Andrea,
I'm so pleased to hear your comments and for taking the time to review us! I agree, your home looks AMAZING and Valerie did an OUTSTANDING job! Thank you so much for trusting her vision and working with us to see this through to completion! Excited about your vacation home ! I'm sure both will be award winners!!! Cindy Aplanalp

yromasko

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Working with Cindy and her staff at Chairma Design was a fantastic experience. They helped remodel a home we were selling in the Houston area while simultaneously finishing our retirement home in the Austin area. They were quick to respond, eager to help and incredible guidance as we moved and completed two homes during Covid. We can't thank you all enough and look forward to working with you all again.

August 18, 2021Last modified:August 18, 2021

HU-581604627

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We have used Cindy and her creative Chairma team both professionally and personally for 15+ years. Her eye for design and vision for each project is excellent. Her team is wonderful and her design studio is extensive. She is a highly recommended award winning designer we work with on many of our luxury custom build projects and also a dear friend. We chose to work with Cindy on our personal home which was an extensive whole home renovation which we use as a show home in our renovation division. Our home was awarded 4 prestigious Texas Association of Builders Star Awards, including the Grand Award. I always look forward to working with Cindy and adore her personality and style. - Laura Powers, Laura Powers Property Group w/ Compass & Matt Powers, Matt Powers Custom Homes & Renovations

August 17, 2021

wdavidjohn

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We have loved working with Cindy & Chairma Design Group over the last 9/10 years. Look forward to many more project completions.

August 4, 2021

Chelsey Stockment

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I'm so lucky to have found Cindy and the Chairma design team. Cindy is a professional in every sense of the word. The exceptional service I received from her is beyond compare. Her work and ideas were extremely creative, innovative and are designed to reflect the direction we wanted to take our building. Cindy helped us to realize our vision without requiring too much direction from us. We were trying to transform a sterile, corporate office, lobby, resident lounge and model to something more modern and cool and warm at the same time. She got it. I couldn’t have had a better service. She is honest and hardworking making it easier for me to wholeheartedly recommend her! Chelsey S Dominion Post Oak

July 27, 2021

Comment from Cindy Aplanalp & Chairma Design Group:

Thank you so much Chelsey and the whole Dominion team. I love the changes and so appreciate you really giving us free reign to carry out our design vision. Your property is a wonderful place to live - largely because of you and your amazing team- we only added the ambiance!

ssstruble

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I met Cindy Aplanalp & Chairma Design Group probably about five years ago, and now going on at least our fourth project later. I can’t even imagine well that’s because it doesn’t happen any big, medium, or small project without Cindy and Amber’s expertise on design and style. Within a few sessions with them they can immediately gravitate towards the style you like, and add that twist of special designer glam that we all want, but actually make your house welcoming and well be able to live in it. They are so patient helping you design the best kitchen or bathroom you can have in that space with creative and innovative ideas, it may take you a moment but I have learned to just trust Cindy. Every time even today still I will find myself walking through my kitchen / dining / super pantry / bedroom / now current project master bath and I can’t believe it’s my house and I thank myself everyday for finding Cindy, Amber, and Chairma!! True story my 10 year old is asking to have his “toy” room converted to a cool video room, and asked mom can you call Cindy - clients truly become family!!

July 27, 2021

Comment from Cindy Aplanalp & Chairma Design Group:

Stephanie and Dave- Thank you so much for inviting us into your home! Over time each space has become YOU! We are so delighted you love it! In fact- we have a bin with your name on it- and 'All things Struble' are saved for you with the intention of your next project! Thanks for being trusting, kind and really easy to work with. This is our joy and Amber and I are delighted to call you client's and more importantly - friends!

Remodel

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We have so enjoyed working with them. Our house and patio look wonderful!!! They really paid attention to what we liked and made it amazing!

July 20, 2021

Judy Wethington

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Chairma Design Group has been such a pleasure to work with. After they completely updated our 15 year old master bedroom we decided to contract with them for a complete kitchen renovation. The designers we worked with couldn’t have listened to us better. My husband and I didn’t just want the new and trendy styles but more of a functional area for our growing family. They went far and beyond to find the most appropriate finishes and fabrics that look stylish but are still durable for our everyday lifestyle. We are totally pleased with the finished look and will for sure not hesitate to use them again.

July 19, 2021

Comment from Cindy Aplanalp & Chairma Design Group:

Judy and Rob, You have such a warm family-style we are so happy you're pleased with the up dates. I love your new kitchen and enviable dish pantry! Christi did an amazing job and we very much enjoyed our time with you. I hope you live large in your beautiful home for many years to come!

Bourbon Room

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Christi Petty had the vision to change my formal living room which was never used, into a Bourbon Room. It is a fun casual room that we now use all the time. She found fun furniture and transformed the room by adding built in cabinets, beams and custom art work.

July 19, 2021

Comment from Cindy Aplanalp & Chairma Design Group:

Denise, Thank you so much for your kind words. I am thrilled that you are enjoying your Bourbon Room and that it is living up to it's name. Thank you for trusting me in your home and for allowing for such a fun experience.

Debi Ronca

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Working with Cindy Aplanalp & Chairma Design Group has been a fabulous experience! Cindy's designs are incredible and they take your current space to another place of beauty and exceptional design. Her finished projects are stunning and masterful. One of a kind! Every time I walk into my kitchen, I still smile and can't believe that this is the new kitchen that I get to love being in all of the time. The addition of my butler pantry is like none other and the amount of space that I have gained for storage and cooking is off the charts. We are now completing and in the final phase of my master bath, and Cindy's design and attention to detail have now created another magnificent space in my home that brings me so much joy and another beautiful space to thoroughly enjoy every day. Cindy listens to what is important to you, and then shows you ideas and designs that not only fulfill your heart's desire but actually take you completely to another level of design. Absolutely and highly recommend Cindy Aplanalp & Chairma Design Group for your next project. The attention to detail, her incredible designs, and having you completely satisfied is their top priority and every time, they have excelled in each arena. Cindy Aplanalp is the only designer I will ever use. She has my trust and confidence in all that she designs for my home. Highly recommend her!!

July 19, 2021

Comment from Cindy Aplanalp & Chairma Design Group:

Debi and Michael,
Thank you so much for your belief in me. You've know the whole back story- me attending design school in mid 40's and starting this venture as a second career. I deeply value and appreciate all your support and trust. I'm so happy that you're pleased with your kitchen, pantry, laundry, mudd and now master bath! You are always so generous with sharing your home with others and its always been beautiful and full of love and hospitality- now just a little more so! Warmly, C

David Ambrose

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Cindy and her team are simply amazing at what they do. They delivered on all of their promises above and beyond our expectations. If you want a house that is special and unique, I highly recommend their services.

July 19, 2021

Comment from Cindy Aplanalp & Chairma Design Group:

David and Kathy- It was all joy working with you. From the very beginning, I loved the very thought of your 'vision' for 'The Gathering'. It completely echoes your generous spirits and kind, fun hearts. It was a cool journey making all the revisions and selections to get it all just right. We leave a piece of our hearts behind and it thrills me to know that your home is the back drop for so many gatherings, family times and will play host to so many great times. This is why we do what we do! Valerie and I deeply appreciate your kindness, cheerfulness and uplifting spirits! Many thanks and warm wishes, Cindy

jillgibson99

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I highly recommend! Great ideas and beautiful design. The do a wonderful job of combining functionality with stunning interior looks.

July 19, 2021

Comment from Cindy Aplanalp & Chairma Design Group:

Jill and Jim,
I think Jim has missed his calling! He needs to get back into custom building! What a transformation and a real testament of collaboration ! Your home is amazing largely because of the 'team lift' of ideas! Thanks for trusting in Amber and I . We very much appreciate you and are so pleased with how your home turned out! Very worthy of celebration! Cindy

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Commented: Where did you get the basket weave border tile? Is is gray and white?This was from Daltile a few years back.

March 29, 2022

Commented: Paint colorThank you! the cabinetry color is SW7535 Sandy Ridge.

August 28, 2021

Commented: The backsplashIt's Cle weathered - white zellige.

July 27, 2021

Commented: That countertop is fantastic!Thank you! It is sandalus leather - dolomite.

July 24, 2021

Commented: Can I use your image on my blog page? ThanksHi, What is the name of your blog? Oh, and BTW, thank you for asking!

July 12, 2021

Commented: who makes the vanity?RWS cabinetry Conroe TX.

March 14, 2021

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