Interior Designers in Foster City, California (San Mateo County)

Cathleen Gouveia is the Design Principal of Cathleen Gouveia Design, a Belvedere based design firm focused on delivering high-end residential interior design to homes in the San Francisco Bay Area, Lake Tahoe, and beyond. Her work has been featured on Home and Garden Television (“HGTV”), “California Home and Living Television”, The San Francisco Chronicle, The Marin Independent Journal, and several other periodicals.

Cathleen's career began in the New York advertising industry where she worked for several noteworthy advertising agencies including Grey, Backer Spielvogel Bates, Ally & Gargano, and Saatchi & Saatchi. After managing multi-media campaigns for several Blue Chip advertising clients, she added to her accomplishments a Master’s Degree in Interior Architecture and Design at the world-renowned Rhode Island School of Design (RISD). In 1998, she relocated to the San Francisco Bay Area. She spent several years working as a Designer at prestigious design firms including Brayton and Hughes and Barbara Scavullo Design. Cathleen Gouveia Design was founded in Sausalito, CA in April, 2004. Cathleen Gouveia is an Allied Member of the ASID, and a Member of IIDA. She is presently working on the launch of a signature collection of home furnishings and accessories under a new line entitled, “La Maison Marin”.

The hallmark of Cathleen’s style is a conceptual perspective that is unique to the history and vernacular of a building; and the rich personal history of each design client. Having studied in Europe, Cathleen has established a cornucopia of unique design sources, artisans and suppliers. She invites her clients to collaborate during the design process, while offering the highest level of customer service and project management.

In her free time, Cathleen may be found indulging her passion for travel, art, design, music and boating; as well as a love of the great outdoors. She divides her time between San Francisco, CA; Bay Head NJ; and East Hampton, NY.
Specialties

Custom Residential Design, Custom Furniture Design, Custom Area Rug Design, Custom Window Treatment Design, Custom Decorative Lighting, Fine Antiques and Home Furnishing Acquisitions, Hotel Design, Restaurant Design, Product Design and Manufacturing.... See More

InterSpace Design offers professional interior design services with uncompromising attention to detail and respect for deadlines. Marie Chan, CID, ASID, GREEN AP, founded the interior design and space planning firm in 1984. She is a Certified Interior Designer and past president of the Peninsula Chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers, the largest professional interior design organization in the nation.
Marie’s interest in green design goes beyond finding environmentally safe materials and eco-friendly solutions to creative reuse or upcycling of existing furnishings.
While the level of service is tailored to each client's budget and objectives, Marie partners with skilled artisans to translate the clients' vision into reality through a design process that is both creative and technology driven.
Marie's skills in space planning and CAD help clients explore beyond the obvious while her expertise in lighting and custom furnishings design ensure a uniquely personal space for each project. From kitchen and bath remodels to commercial offices, Marie’s work celebrates light, space, color and texture for those who want to go beyond the ordinary.... See More

The Danville Interior Design Gallery is a complete interior design resource center featuring a full range of products and total custom design services. Quality and customer service lie at the heart of the business. Satisfied customers are always the goal which is attained through quality products, quality transactions, quality service, and quality support. Recently voted "Best of the East Bay" for Interior Design, 2010, we look forward to working with you to make your project perfect.... See More

The space you call "home" means everything to you and to us. We know spectacular spaces do not exist only in mansions. Our award-wining design services are most definitely beneficial to any situation and scale. Our designers approach every project with care and respect. We are able to assist in any aspect of your interiors and will make the process comfortable and exciting!... See More

Design Philosophy
Our design philosophy starts with listening. You know
what you like, but how do you achieve your goal?
We listen as you articulate your vision, whether in
abstract or concrete terms. As we come to understand
your lifestyle and your tastes, we become better
equipped to translate your vision into reality, often with
spectacular results beyond your expectations. We’re
there at every phase of the project, helping you to
realize your goals. This approach has led many
customers to repeat the experience of involving us
in their home and office projects.

Specialties
Our expertise is best used when executing your vision
requires major remodeling. In one example, the client
wanted no surface left untouched. In others, walls
have been moved or disappeared, and rooms that were
previously of low value have been translated into
beautiful, cherished spaces. To achieve these marvels,
we manage various contractors, subcontractors,
furniture and cabinet makers, stonemasons, lighting
analysts, and other types of construction crews with
skills demonstrated to us on our many prior projects.
In the interiors, we have extensive product knowledge,
and can lead you to a wide variety of products that
match your taste. We’re also experts in kitchen and
bath remodeling, as well as lighting design.

Firm Profile
We have led projects in places as diverse as
both coasts of the US, Aspen, Guam and Cairo, over the
last 30 years. Locally, we’ve completed projects as far
north in the Bay Area as Sea Ranch and as far
south as Los Altos. Our office is located in Orinda;
we have done many projects in the Lamorinda area.
Our repeat client base includes Fortune 500 CEOs,
technology entrepreneurs, college presidents and many
others who appreciate the value and quality of our
design and project management expertise. From
traditional to cutting edge contemporary design,
we bring fresh ideas, a sense of adventure and a
refined aesthetic to every project. Jan Gunn, the
principal, was on the Board of Directors of
Northern California ASID from 2004 – 2007, 2010 - 2011
where she is Director of Professional Development for the
Society’s 700 members.

Fee Structure
We work on the basis of an hourly design fee, with client discounts for items purchased. Our mission is to create the best possible working relationship with our clients and crews to insure a successful outcome in
design, schedule and budget.... See More

A good design should speak to the client and reflect who they are. For most designers creating a beautiful room is easy, however designing a space that reflects the client and who they are takes more effort and is key to a successful project. This approach presents more challenges however the resulting designs are infinitely more effective and rewarding for the homeowner. Any design should also be suited to the home integrating existing architectural elements while enhancing the home in an effortless, timeless and seamless manner.
I have worked as a design professional for over twenty five years and have extensive experience in residential design and construction working with homeowners, developers, architects and contractors.... See More

Season Interior Design... Ready to help you complete an amazing room you love!

I am an Interior Designer and Professional member of the ASID with NCIDQ certification and owner of an Interior Design Business / Studio in downtown Saratoga (near Los Gatos and San Jose)

...however I am always traveling throughout the entire Bay Area, going where my clients need me, so don't let distance be an issue in contacting me.

WHAT I CAN DO FOR YOU.

I specialize in Residential work (Modern, Contemporary, Traditional, Transitional, Shabby Chic, French Country, Italian Country-Rustic, etc...) but also work on Commercial projects with active clients throughout the Bay area and as far south as LA and past projects in other States.

Besides Interior Design services, I have access to many accounts to competitively sell Furniture, window treatments, accessories, etc....as what ever goes into your home!

I have a professional and reliable network of licensed contractors (General Contractors, Electrical, Plumbing, Tile, Granite top Fabricators, etc) and outside vendors/consultants (kitchen, cabinets, etc...) to refer to to enable a full service all-encompassing effort to complete your project large or small.

I can also provide AutoCAD computer and hand drawings (floor plans, lighting plans, elevations, tile designs, etc...) as well as renderings with my services.

Please email me with any questions or to ask for a free 1 hour consultation (Holiday special)

Thanks for looking and I look forward in helping you with your project.... See More