Sandi Kaneko Interiors

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Location

Home furnished

It’s free with no obligation to hire

Introduction: I am easy to work with and listen carefully to my clients so I can confidently design a space that is functional and beautiful to dwell in. For clients that know what they want, I help them realize their vision and bring it to life. For those who need more guidance, I know how to gently lead them to discovering their style before implementing it. You will feel at ease through the whole process as I like to use an organized system that starts with a lifestyle questionnaire and Pinterest/Houzz collaboration. Next, my clients love that I bring creative ideas presented through mood boards, 3D renderings, and even a virtual walk-through so they really get a feel for my vision. Then, they can take advantage of below-retail prices through the many home furnishing resources that I partner with. Or I might specify items at retail stores if I find it to be a good match, I don't limit my clients to purchasing through me – my goal is to deliver a beautiful and functional space within a budget that works. If any remodeling is done, I can also recommend reliable tradespeople for the project. Lastly, if I am on board through the end, you can experience the joy of a fully completed project through the install/reveal day. I enjoy full-service projects from concept to reveal but I also love small projects like a Color Consultation where I help clients select the right paint color, flooring, etc. I strongly believe that good design should be affordable and that's why I also offer e-design where clients and I work strictly through the magic of technology. This makes it more affordable for clients who don't mind a little DIY. Please visit my website to learn more!

Overview

Hired 18 times
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Payment methods

Credit card

Social media

Facebook, Instagram

Featured Projects

OC Family Galley Kitchen
Approx. $40000
Modern Master Bathroom
Approx. $28000

Photos and Videos

15 photos

Specialties

Home furnished

Yes, my home is furnished

Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for punctuality, value, and professionalism.

Exceptional 5.0

13 reviews

100%

Ca D.
Interior Design
Sandi is wonderful! She is professional, prompt, and communicative. The way I would characterize our work together was collaborative. When I needed her opinion, she was ready with great suggestions, but she was also very responsive to my preferences, ideas and budget. I felt very comfortable working with her and knew I could trust her opinions. I only did a color consultation with Sandi, along with suggestions for furniture layout and lighting. We had the first room painted yesterday and i LOVE the color! So glad I consulted with her. In the future if I ever need more help with designing my home, I’d definitely call Sandi!
May 1, 2019Verified
Karen S.
Interior Design
I hired Sandi to help me pick out and source paint and flooring for my home. After a phone conversation and adding several items to Pinterest, Sandi arrived with color boards of the paint and samples of the carpeting and hardwood she thought I would like. I liked her immediately! She helped me narrow down the paint colors, as I had been having an extremely difficult time doing so myself. The same went for the flooring options. I used the flooring company she recommended and was not disappointed with the end result. Sandi was responsive to my emails and gave me suggestions for wall art and area rugs. I would highly recommend her for your decorating needs!
May 19, 2019Verified
Elizabeth O.
Interior Design
Sandi is awesome! Very easy to work with and has great touch and advice. I did this office makeover as a surprise for my husband and she helped through the whole process and kept me on track. She helped me choose all my large items and made sure it was within my budget. I had a pretty tight budget and she worked around it and accommodated. I would totally use her to fix up another part of our home! Thank you Sandi I've received so many compliments and my husband loves it!!!
Apr 27, 2017Verified
Cheryl c.
Home Staging
It is great job that Sandi did for my living and dining rooms. We really enjoy to be in our living and dining rooms each day. She spent a long time to help us to find a top quality table. We appreicte her efforts and patient of seraching dining table for my family. Each day we enjoy to be there and it is a smart choice to choose Sandi to be the house interior designer.
Oct 12, 2017Verified
Kathryn S.
Interior Design
Sandi was very easy to work with. She listened to what I had in mind and added her ideas and suggestions from there Made it easy and stress free. Also we were able to e mail back and forth to coordinate the workers, purchase details, and deliveries
Jan 31, 2018Verified

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Sandi Kaneko

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I have an hourly rate and a project rate and it really depends on the client's needs before I make this determination. If it is an hourly rate, I will give you an estimate of hours so you feel comfortable about moving forward. Clients also take advantage of purchasing window treatments, flooring, furniture, and more at below-retail prices through my partnerships with quality suppliers.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I always like to start with a complimentary phone chat to learn more about your project. Then you can expect a detailed proposal explaining my deliverables, design fees, and more via email. In some cases, I might need more information like photos or a site visit but most of the time, that's not necessary.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a degree from FIDM in downtown LA and have always done some form of design. At least 4 times a year, I attend home trade shows to stay on top of the trends and to source new quality suppliers for clients. As popular materials are always changing, I am vigilant about continually educating myself on surfaces, plumbing fixtures, color trends, and more.