Interior Design in Los Angeles in Santa Monica
Serving 90401 · 90402 · 90403 · 90404 · 90405 and Venice, Brentwood, Pacific Palisades
Design that holds up — visually, functionally, and emotionally. We approach interior design as part of how you live, not just how a room photographs. Our design work informs every remodeling project we take on, and we offer it as a standalone service when a client just wants a thoughtful space plan, material direction, and curated selections without full construction. Husband-and-wife led, every project gets personal attention.
Interior Design in Los Angeles specifically for Santa Monica
Every neighborhood has its own architectural character, permit jurisdiction, and finish-level expectations. Here's how we approach interior design in los angeles in Santa Monica specifically.
Coastal climate adjustments
Salt air degrades standard hardware and cabinet hinges within a few years. We spec marine-grade or coated hardware for Santa Monica projects — small upcharge, big longevity gain.
Santa Monica permit & code
Santa Monica has its own building department, generally well-organized but slow during peak season. Coastal Commission review can apply for properties west of Lincoln Blvd in some cases.
Tenant-occupied projects
If your property has tenants under rent stabilization, scope and timing have legal implications. We coordinate with your tenants and (when needed) your attorney to keep projects compliant.
What we handle
Spatial & functional planning
How you actually use a room — circulation, storage, light, sightlines. We work backward from your daily routines to a layout that works.
Material & finish direction
Coordinated palettes — flooring, cabinetry, countertops, tile, paint, hardware, lighting. We propose options, source samples, and make decisions easier.
Custom built-ins & millwork
Bookcases, banquettes, closet systems, media walls, floating shelves. Built to fit your space, not pulled from a catalog.
Lighting design
Layered lighting plans — ambient, task, accent — with attention to color temperature and dimming. Lighting is the cheapest way to transform a room and the most often overlooked.
Furniture & art curation
Where helpful, we coordinate with your existing pieces or source new ones. Not required — we're happy to hand you a design and let you furnish on your own.
Pricing in Santa Monica
Standalone interior design fees vary based on scope. We offer hourly consultation, room-by-room flat-fee design, and full whole-home design packages. Design fees roll into the construction estimate when we also build the project.
City of Santa Monica Building & Safety. Coastal Commission review may apply for properties near the bluffs or west of Lincoln. Plan check typically 4–8 weeks.
Frequently asked
Can I hire you for design only, without construction? +
Yes. Many clients hire us for design direction, then bring in their own contractor or DIY parts of the work. We'll provide drawings, specs, and material selections that any contractor can build from.
Do you charge a design fee separately from construction? +
For design-only engagements, yes — fixed fee or hourly. When we both design and build, the design fee is wrapped into the construction contract.
Do you work in 90402 (north of Montana)? +
Yes. North of Montana has some of the area's highest-end remodels and we've done full-home projects there.
Salt-air resistance — how do you handle it? +
Marine-grade or PVD-coated hardware on visible fixtures, stainless cabinet hinges, and corrosion-resistant fasteners on exterior work. Adds a few percent to material cost.
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