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Avatar for Corey Brown Decor
Corey Brown Decor
5.0(
75
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Designer - BathroomDesigner - KitchenDesigner - Residential (Interior Space Planner)

Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"From design to fruition, Corey is your guy. Not only does Corey design the most beautiful living spaces, he will also manage your project. Being a busy professional, Corey's help is invaluable to ensure the project is done exactly as desired. Corey is worth every penny and more. Corey beautifully remodeled one of my homes and is now working on the second. My new bathroom is beautiful and I look forward to getting a beautiful new kitchen."
Interior Design and Decorating Project
Modern Bathroom
Stunning Kitchen and Bathroom
Interior Design and Decorating Project
Modern Bathroom

+56

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
CA Cabinets, Inc.
5.0(
22
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Designer - BathroomDesigner - KitchenDesigner - Residential (Interior Space Planner)

Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I'm so happy that I found David at CA Cabinets! He was here checking on the work daily to make sure everything ran smoothly which is rare for a contractor as usually they just come a few times during the process. Everything is beautiful and he went to extra mile to shop with me for the flooring tiles, quartz countertops, cabinets and sink. I'm super picky as an artist / former fashion designer and he was able to help me create exactly what I had designed. He had great ideas such as adding a waterfall edge to the quartz countertop and a window sill piece from quartz as well. This project was a complete gut and rebuild due to a dishwasher leak - homeowner's insurance claim. I was having issues with my insurance and David went above and beyond to help me navigate the insurance issues so we could complete the project. He is always very prompt and organized. Some of the other contractors that I had previously contacted could not even be bothered to give me a call back or show up on time to a scheduled appointment but David was able to meet with me right away and always notified me of the work schedules. Pricing was reasonable and in line with other estimates I received."
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Tamah Vega Design
Tamah Vega Design
4.9(
12
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Designer - BathroomDesigner - KitchenDesigner - Residential (Interior Space Planner)

Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Amaree Living was very helpful and profesional. They really helped me get my home office under control. She showed up on time ready to work. I am planning some more project and I would user Amaree Living again."
Entry to Living Room
Stylish Entry with Paper + Mail Sorting Area
Closet Storage Solutions
Memory Boxes for Photos, Cards & Mementos
Makeup Storage

+23

Response time4 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
Avatar for PETER T ERDELYI & ASSOCIATES INC
PETER T ERDELYI & ASSOCIATES INC
4.8(
12
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Designer - Building

Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1976

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"The work Erdelyi associates did is great, but communication and timeliness were lacking. I didn’t have a consistent point of contact throughout the project - it just seems my project was handed off from one person to the next with no continuity and I had to proactively reach out for updates."
Beverly Hills
Pacific Palisades
Culver City
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for R Design, Inc.
R Design, Inc.
4.3(
31
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Designer - BathroomDesigner - Kitchen

Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired Ramy and his team to help me build out some closets. He was very communicative and easy to work with. The team showed up on time, collaborated with me on the design, worked fast, were very respectful of the home the whole time, and cleaned up nicely. Highly recommend R Design for any contract work!"
 Joining dining room to kitche
 Cabinets, granite counter, marble/granite floor
 Bath tub wall tiling
 Restaurant previous counter
 Marble

+193

Response time1 day
Response rate99%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Peaches and Cream Creative Designs
Peaches and Cream Creative Designs
4.4(
13
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Designer - KitchenDesigner - Residential (Interior Space Planner)Designer - Building+1 more

Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These people did an amazing job! Being the guy that I am my house definitely needed some new ideas. I have no clue about interior design, but working with them quickly put me at ease. So if you're looking for a company to guide you in the right direction and create something just for you, go with this interior design company!"
Interior Design job
Bathroom Makeover
Design job
Bathroom Makeover
Design job

+34

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Luxury Lifestyle Design & Development, Inc.
5.0(
6
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Designer - Building

Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I've done a good amount of projects in LA and no matter how simple they start, they end up with their own degree of complexity. While I have come to appreciate that my own knowledge and research keeps my cost down and projects on track, working wtih Jesse eat Luxury Lifestyle Design & Development has made our experience so much more productive and cost efficient. Jesse and his team are response, available, professional and work with the same sense of urgency that we set on our projects. It's cliche, but they "Get it." I've done residential and commercial builds and remodels ranging from $50,000 to $750,000 and worked with a lot of firms, this has by far been the best experience we've had."
Response time7 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.7(
42
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Designer - BathroomDesigner - BuildingDesigner - Kitchen+1 more

Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"The bathroom remodeling was a remarkable transformation, turning our outdated space into a luxurious retreat. We're enamored with the sleek, modern design that enhances our daily routines with elegance and comfort."
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by17%of homeowners
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Residential Design FAQs, answered by experts

While the terms 'interior designer' and 'interior decorator' are often used interchangeably, they represent distinct professions with some overlapping work. The primary difference lies in the scope of their projects.

An interior decorator focuses on the aesthetics of a space, making less permanent decisions about decor. Their work involves selecting colors, fabrics, furniture, wall art, paint, and other finishes to 'dress' a room and enhance its style.

An interior designer has a broader scope that includes a decorator's aesthetic focus but also extends to the structural and functional aspects of a space. Designers are qualified to plan layouts, make structural changes, and manage overall functionality. They handle permanent decisions regarding fixtures like cabinets and bathtubs, establish floor plans, and may hire contractors.

Due to the technical skills required, interior designers typically have formal education, certification, and may hold a license, which can result in higher fees. As a general rule, it is best to hire an interior designer for major remodeling projects and an interior decorator for projects focused on establishing or refreshing a home's interior style.

Yes, utilizing specialized techniques to fit appliances in unique areas.

Drawing your own floor plans is acceptable for many kinds of projects, including interior design and room layout. You can use floor plan software to create the plans but keep in mind that the floor plan will only be as accurate as the measurements you take and enter into the software.

Designers optimize space, improve aesthetics, and recommend durable, high-quality materials.

Costs depend on project complexity, materials, labor, permits, and required revisions.

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