Coram Design Center

We just finished a kitchen and two bathroom remodel with Coram, and would highly recommend this team to anyone who is looking for a stellar design and build firm. From day one, the whole team made the process so much easier than we could have imagined and we couldn’t be more delighted with the results. We worked closely with Michael, Sean, and Tritia every step of the way through meetings at their office, on site walkthroughs, and text and email. I had very specific design ideas I wanted to include and never once felt gaslit or unheard. Coram would do their best to accommodate my ideas and if they couldn’t for structural reasons, we would work collaboratively to find a design that worked for the space. Sean’s attention to detail and his tech savvy nature was a huge asset throughout the process. Our contractor extraordinaire, Leo, was super reliable and always had a positive attitude. His motto was “there’s always a solution” and there is truly not a problem he can’t solve. Since we chose to live in our house during the renovation process, we were nervous about dust and noise but the crew was clean and the always respectful. They even worked through a power outage—with their own generator! Francisco, the carpenter, built all our cabinets to our exact measurements. For our wet bar, he took a sketch we came up with and built a masterpiece. In fact, we had planned to save a bit on budget and build our own media center but after seeing his craftsmanship in the kitchen, we knew he had to be the one to build our media center and we are grateful he did! His work is just beautiful—you can tell it’s built to last. What I appreciated most was how well everyone worked together. We always felt like our project mattered, and if we had a question or change, the team was quick to respond and genuinely helpful. Now that everything’s done, our kitchen and bathrooms not only look amazing but are way more functional too. We honestly couldn’t be happier and would 100% recommend Coram to anyone thinking about remodeling.

The team at Coram Design Center is the best. They worked with us to design and build our house interior and the whole experience was positive from start to finish. I appreciated how they listened to my ideas and then provided helpful and smart solutions. I struggled with feeling like all my ideas were too wild for my budget, but they were able to discuss things with me in a practical way and explain what we could realistically do. They guided me through the process step by step, first starting with inspiration pictures and then collaborating with me on every decision like kitchen and bathroom layout, the lighting, structural considerations, plumbing changes, flooring options, appliances, the cabinets, the tile, colors, even the placement of the mirrors and knobs. They provided different options to consider within our price range and knew when to discuss potential issues that could come up, things I never would have thought of on my own. Coram found a balance between getting my input while also providing me with professional opinions on what they knew would/would not work. Very collaborative. They do everything in house, the architecture, interior design and contracting work which made communication about the project a breeze. I could trust the project manager to relay important information to me when needed. Now that we are living in our house I keep having moments of noticing details that they worked on that we really love, for example, they put automatic lights in the laundry closet and that’s such a nice touch. The hood range they helped us select has an automatic sensor and we were so pleasantly surprised the first time it turned on while cooking. I keep staring at the plumbing and lighting fixtures they helped us pick because they are so beautiful, functional, and they fit in our budget. There was no way I could have managed to pick all those details on my own. The overall feel of the house is exactly what I hoped for and everyone who visits us is amazed at how nice it turned out. I feel like their style is exactly my style—minimal, modern, sleek, incorporating traditional elements when needed—but it’s more likely that they are just good at working with their clients to make it exactly their own. I think renovations can be so scary especially if there’s a lot you don’t understand. We had spoken to several other design teams before this and hiring Coram was the moment when the impossible task suddenly felt possible, they approach everything with a problem solving mindset and will take the time to explain things to you. It really makes all the difference. Had the best experience with Coram and will highly recommend them to all our friends and family.

Michael and his entire staff at Coram provided us premier service for our remodeling project in Culver City. In our search for home remodeling, my wife and I were lost and had no idea where to start (what supplies/tools to get, what design/paint matches well with our home, etc.). But Michael guided us through the entire process in an uncomplicated, client-first mentality which helped ease our anxiety and made the whole process not only smooth, but also enjoyable. Even when we experienced some unforeseen material delays with other vendors, Coram/Michael took it upon themselves to adjust their schedule and keep the project on schedule, wrapping up the project on time. After the work was done, they were quick to follow up on punch list items and any little touch-ups we needed. The crew that came to us were very mindful about keeping our space clean with zero damage to our existing space. The crew was not only skilled but also super kind and easy to have around. We will DEFINITELY be working with Coram again!

Coram is amazing! We had them remodel our master bathroom. They were wonderful to work with and deserve more than 5 stars! Michael, Sean, Tritia, David, and the crews were friendly, professional, and delivered high quality work. This was the first major remodel we'd done so we weren't sure what to expect. During our first meeting we went over the project and Michael explained the process and answered our questions. He provided an estimate the next day with a detailed scope of work. We thought it would be helpful to have a single company do both the design and construction and based on our meeting, Coram seemed like a good choice. We were definitely right! They removed our old shower and tub and replaced them with a beautiful walk-in shower. They also replaced a window, installed new flooring, painted, and built a new wood vanity with a matching stand-alone cabinet. The team was very easy to work with and walked us step by step through the entire process. Michael, Sean and Tritia did a great job helping us figure out a design. We had some initial ideas of what we wanted but our talks with the team and the design boards Tritia put together really helped to shape and focus our vision. They have a lot of experience and after listening to our ideas they were able to point out design elements and suggest alternatives that we hadn't considered (such as tile type/layout, exhaust fan, window, and vanity design). They were great at communicating and we always knew what the work plan was for each day. The crews left the job site clean at the end of each day and always checked in with us if they had questions or suggestions. Coram also handled all the permits and permit inspections. Although this was the largest house project we've undertaken, it was by far the least stressful. We ran into one issue where the shower floor tile we had picked wasn't available from the vendor. Coram provided some alternative samples for us, one of which happened to be close to the original. In the end I think it actually turned out to be a better match for our color scheme. The job was moving along on track but was interrupted by the Eaton Fire. Fortunately our house survived. There was about a month delay due to evacuations, inspections, etc. before the crew could continue the project. Coram was so supportive during that time. Even though it was no one's fault, I know it had to be frustrating that the schedule had been upended but they never complained and they were genuinely concerned about us. They absolutely put the customer first! Our bathroom turned out better than we expected. It's relaxing and inviting now, such a contrast from the old bathroom which screamed at us whenever we walked in. This was such a wonderful contractor experience that we plan to have Coram back soon to remodel our kitchen and guest bathroom. I would definitely recommend them! Michael, Sean, Trish, David, Leo & Son, Medaldo, and everyone on the crews: You guys are fantastic! Thank you!

I cannot recommend Coram Design enough. Michael, Sean, Leo, the entire team, are kind and professional and experts at what they do. We used Coram for a primary bath remodel which included moving a wall and adding a skylight. Soon, the project became much bigger and we updated half the house. Coram did a fantastic job project managing it all- design, budget, plans, permits. We trusted them fully and the end product was exactly what we wanted. The craftsmanship was excellent. We really wanted to make sure the quality of the work was excellent because this is our forever home and we want to enjoy this bathroom for years to come. Coram was excellent at communicating and they are very detail-oriented. They collaborate with the owners and we felt part of the team. They found solutions to things along the way for us and we can't wait to use them again for our kitchen.

Our kitchen was very outdated and in need of a refresh. We decided to do a complete overhaul and found Coram Design who made our dream a reality. Michael, Tritia, Sean and David guided us through the whole process and made it so easy on us. We took down walls, moved windows and completely redesigned the whole space. Everything went so smoothly and the subcontractors and their crews who performed the work were wonderful craftsman. The work was done professionally, on-time, on-budget, and Coram was always great with communication. Our kitchen came out beautifully, we’re so thrilled with the results. We truly cannot express how appreciative we are and wholeheartedly recommend Coram Design.

Our Coram Design remodel is complete and we are just incredibly happy with the results. Michael Chung is a true professional and his entire team at Coram Design are amazing to work with. We did a full house remodel that took 10 months and the Coram Design team were here 6 days per week almost every week of that 10 months - all of them are really skilled, knowledgeable, very friendly, and have a great work ethic. Michael and his team added 7 feet to our kitchen at the front of the house and completely modernized the kitchen with a big island; added 12 feet to the back of the primary bedroom and included a new walk-in closet and a new office space; reorganized and totally upgraded the primary bath; took up all of the subfloor in the house and added in new joists; installed new electrical and new plumbing throughout; installed new roofing and a new skylight in the entryway; added new siding to the front of the house and new stucco on the sides and back; installed new windows, a new front door, and new interior doors throughout; installed new wood floors throughout with new tile floors in the bathroom and laundry room. Michael has checked in with us after they were finished to be sure there aren’t any issues, repairs or touch-ups needed - there aren’t! A note that Coram was referred to us by a friend who simply had her kitchen remodeled by them, and it only took 3 weeks, so I know that they are amazing no matter the size of the job. Save yourself time in your contractor search - and just go straight to Coram Design.

Coram renovated our home in Toluca Lake and did an amazinggggggg job. Michael and his team went above and beyond to satisfy our vision for our future home. At first, I was nervous with this project, because I’ve heard so many stressful stories/bad experiences with contractors(professionalism, budget, due date etc). Coram totally changed my stereotype and proved that home renovation can be fun and stress free. The team was always there to guide and support us throughout the entire journey. The renovation finished in timely manner within the budget. The result was absolutely beyond what I expected, and I am so excited to start our new life at this beautiful home Coram helped create. I would 1000% recommend Coram Design Center to my friends and family.

I’m am so grateful for Michael and his team at Coram for the work they did on our extensive remodel. I’ve heard countless stories remodeling horror stories of bad contractors and our experience with Coram was the opposite. They were so mindful of our considerations and very specific requests. Most importantly, they respected the schedule and budget. We love our home and have Coram to thank for it.

Michael and Sean are good listeners which is crucial for custom kitchens. There are many "pushy" contractors trying to guide towards the easier/faster route for them (in-n-out or quick cash system); however, Coram Design Center took the time to clearly understand our vision and more importantly, kitchen functionality. 

After few weeks of schematic design review, Michael and Sean put together a 3-D model clearly capturing all the discussed details and it was exciting to see the final design on the screen from different angles. There were few rounds of color and panels review/selection and we were ready for construction!!!

Coram's construction crew was respectful and always kept the working areas clean at the end of the day. We had some unforeseen conditions after opening the walls but Coram's construction crew was able to smoothly work around these conditions without affecting the project schedule nor budget. 

The final product including drawers, pocket doors, marble countertop, hardware finishes, etc. looks amazing and the timeless kitchen became our family's favorite room where we create amazing memories for the years to come. 

See you on the next project Coram Design Center.


Our home’s dated primary bathroom was years overdue for a complete overhaul. It needed to be torn down to the studs and totally rebuilt. We had never done a major remodel, and especially one as complex as a bathroom. After interviewing five different five-star general contractors, we decided that Coram had the most relevant design experience and expertise, would provide the best customer service, and would meet our needs best. It was absolutely the right decision. Although they were not the least expensive option, you really do get what you pay for, and their price was both competitive and very fair for the extremely high quality of the work. Michael and his team of David, Sean and Tritia worked closely with us to outline and explain the scope of work in detail. We did not need much in the way of design services, since we had generated our plans with the help of an independent interior designer. Coram honored our preferences but did not hesitate to politely inform us if a feature would not work out as planned, and then they recommended workable alternatives. For example, they advised removing our proposed bathtub, which we were planning to incorporate just for show, and instead going with a large shower, which we use daily and really appreciate. The team was honest, trustworthy, communicative, and responsive during the entire project. In addition to providing updates on Buildertrend, they set up a group text which we used effectively on an almost daily basis for information, updates, and actions. The quality of the work from the subcontractors, especially Leo and his team, was also exceptional. They did a highly professional job, paying careful attention to detail and doing the job right the first time, cleaning up at the end of each day and being respectful of the neighbors. They also responded quickly to any items that needed to be tweaked; for example, two doors needed to be slightly realigned in order to close properly, and Coram fixed them promptly. The project did take somewhat longer than originally forecast, but that was not unexpected for a job of this complexity, including the careful handling of porcelain wall tile slabs and a quartz vanity top slab, and building three custom wood cabinets. Bottom line is that everything was built and installed to very high standards, everything works as it should, and we are delighted with the results! In parallel, we also worked with Michael and his team to get the exterior of our house painted. Our designer had recommended paint brands and colors; we needed only to supply the paint, and Coram provided the painter crew who did a careful and quality job of painting the siding, stucco, shutters and trim; we are confident that the results will last and look great for years.

I know Coram team for over 10 years and my experience with them has never been matched. I hired them 10 years ago when I bought a new place in Pasadena requiring to do a big remodel to the place I purchased. There was large list of items in need to be redone, like remodeling the kitchen, bathrooms, windows, flooring, etc. My ask was to compete the remodeling in three weeks prior to us moving in. On the Friday three weeks later, the new place was done as discussed, with no additional whining or ask for more money. The only ask from Coram was to take my shoes off so the crew could take some final pictures that they could add to their portfolio of completed houses. Ever since, I have recommended Coram to multiple close friends and family and they never disappointed. In the last few years we became partners in various real estate deals that we embarked together. We always had trust and good understanding among us and at never point in time we had any issues. Unfortunately, in the last year my family and I have moved to the east coast having bought a new place in NY. We have gone through three set of contractors to complete some pre or post move remodel. All of the experiences never came even close to Coram’s experience. Lastly, I have just sold an townhome investment also in Pasadena through Coram. In addition to Coram helping me remodel the old place and get it to show at its best, I was totally amazed of their ability to represent and navigate us toward closing on a price higher than what I initially expected. In short, should you chose Coram, you can count on an amazing tandem with lots of honesty, experience and promptness that can help you with any remodeling, marketing your current place or buy your new place.