Christopher James Interiors

I have used Chris for my interior design work for several years and have been thrilled with his ideas and the quality of work. Chris is very easy to work with, I have found him to be reliable, honest and fair.

Chris and the CJ design team did an excellent job for us! They were involved in all phases of the project from conceptualisation through final construction and interior installation . We used their help for design advice for both internal and external elements of the project . CJ design was a pleasure to work with . They were professional, enthusiastic, accommodating, and always willing to go the extra mile. I give them the highest possible recommendation!

Chris did an amazing job on our family room! He was very patient throughout the whole process and did a very good job of designing in accordance with our taste and style. We still get complements from our friends and family on our new family room look. We will definitely use him again for some of our other rooms!

Chris was very good at understanding what look and feel we were trying to achieve. He was very patient and good at bringing different samples and colorways until we were completely satisfied!

Christopher James Interiors saved our marriage! Both my husband and I have strong opinions so having Chris' help creating our dream home was a blessing. His soft spoken demeanor but assertive style made building our home a pleasure. Chris built a trust with us that is very hard to do in the designing world. He wanted "us" happy and made sure every single detail was met at its utmost perfection. From designing our insane metal top dining table, to our rustic inspired powder bath to our treasured contemporary bar area featuring our onyx bar top, just to name a few. CJI is the most trend-setting interior design company there is.

I purchased a vacation home on Balboa Island...I wanted to create a unique,comfortable,casual and yet elegant home...I found Christopher thru Houzz. I so enjoyed meeting him and his team. He understood exactly what I wanted and he was able to stay in my budget and complete the project right on time..I love my vacation home and would use Christopher in future projects.. Mary Mealer

We just bought a condo in Brentwood and needed to get it furnished in twenty fours hours for a corporate client. We called Chris and he performed a miracle. I told him we liked a more contemporary feel and the budget we were working with. He knew where to go to get the best furniture deals and was familiar with all the stores in my area as well as the best internet sites. In the end the condo looked like we spent way more money than we did. This guy is the best and knows everything about design and is affordable. DO NOT EVEN WASTE YOUR TIME LOOKING ELSEWHERE! He's is the real deal! Thanks a million Chris!!!

WOW x a million and I am not kidding! Chris and his assistant Daniel were fabulous, meticulous, insightful and absolutely brilliant at truly listening to my goals and desires for my home interior. They created spaces in my home that I feel gitty about every time I open the front door! The flooring material is incredible, like nothing I have ever seen before and is exactly what I was hoping for but am wowed that Chris actually was able to find it. Chris is one of a kind. Most designers are fairly talented at what they do, but VERY few can put aside their own taste and style and really listen and observe each client's individual style and decor wishes and deliver to perfection. Chris has this uncanny ability. He also found a few areas of my home, like the fireplace, that needed a major update, and found a way to reconstruct it that set the entire room on "fire" with beauty, warmth and a little touch of bling (exactly how I like it). Chris and Daniel are extraordinary and I would recommend them over and over again to anyone who wants an exceptional job done. Chris and his team were also spot on with their estimate of how long the major construction part of the job would take. We moved out for 10 days and on the afternoon of the 10th day, my house was ready to come home to!! Now THAT was unbelievable! Look NO further. Christopher James Interiors blew me away. Dotsie Bausch Team USA Olympic Medalist and Inspirational Speaker

We recently purchased a new construction home and were looking for an interior designer to help give us some direction. In our previous home, we unfortunately had poor experiences with other designers so were very weary about having to go through this process again. We came across photos of Chris's portfolio and were really impressed with his designs so decided to contact him. After meeting with him in person, both my wife and I felt very comfortable and excited to move forward with him. Initially our thought was to have him design just a room or two on a trial basis but it quickly became evident that he was the right fit for us so we ended up having him basically design our entire home. He was so professional from the start to the finish. Things I really liked about Chris is that he really takes the time to get to understand what you are looking for. The designers we've encountered in the past had more of a cookie-cutter approach and end up applying a rendition of their own personal style or taste to your home no matter how hard you try to steer them in a different direction. Chris on the other hand was so versatile and skilled. He was able to understand our preferences and then apply general design principles to match our particular style in order to give us a very unique and personalized design that was very cohesive and stylish. Another great thing about Chris, is that he has a very structured approach and process to implementing his designs which he outlines for you in the beginning so you know what to expect. Throughout the entire process, we felt like we knew exactly what was going on and how we were doing in terms of staying within our budget. Like many designers, Chris offered several different levels of service which included just giving advice only on basic room elements and color recommendations, to the other end of the spectrum where he is involved in purchasing and oversees the full installation of your design. We did the latter and in the end, it turned out the be a good value and a great decision. Chris's full service package was amazing. It is very hard to put into writing all the intangible elements that Chris does to ensure the installation of your design is carried out properly. It was such a weight off our shoulders to have him coordinate all aspects of the project and be on site constantly to inspect and ensure the quality of the work being down. He executed the design for our entire house flawlessly and now we are able to enjoy our home with a phenomenal design for years to come. You get the sense looking at his portfolio that he is able to take on larger-scale projects without difficulty. Now in retrospect, after working with Chris, we can say with certainty that he is the real deal. He was in control of the project at all times and we felt at ease throughout the entire process. The contractors, painters, curtain and wallpaper specialists he used for our house were all excellent. He has long-standing relationships with everyone he uses to work on your house which is vitally important. Lastly, not only is he a very gifted designer, but the added bonus of working with Chris is that he is such a nice, warm, and genuine person which made working with him on this project actually fun and enjoyable. I would recommend Chris for all designs both small and large without hesitation, and will definitely be calling on him again in the future to do additional projects for our home.

We had Chris help us with the interior design of our home in 2013, and I have to say - based on previous experiences with interior designers - Chris is one of the best. Truly. Many people come into our homes thinking it looks like a model home, and honestly, I feel the same way. Chris was great about taking both my and my husband's ideabooks on houzz and really getting a feel for the aesthetic that we both wanted. He was never pushy or impatient with our requests, questions, input. He is a workaholic, which is a GREAT thing, as he came through for us many times. We are very happy with our home right now, and in 5-10 years, when our kids are older, I will most definitely be calling Chris again! He is not only a great designer, but just a great person overall - which really makes a noticeable difference!

Chris designed our family room and powder bathroom. He was professional at all times and delivered a beautiful room that we enjoy everyday! We look forward to having him design more rooms in our home. Thank you so much Chris!

I have collaborated with Christopher James Interiors on many projects and their ability to interpret and execute a variety of different design styles is extraordinary. They use fabrics with textures and patterns combined with furnishings that are simple and streamlined, without being trendy or cold. Accent pillows, strategically positioned artwork and other unique accessories are used to add a splash of color to their interiors and in the end creates a warm and inviting space. Christopher James Interiors styles a room to stimulate all of the senses: touch, sound, sight and smell. I would highly recommend anyone in the need for an interior designer to consider Chris and his team.