ACCOLADES
clients
"We recently had the privilege of working with Cynthia Lambakis who truly exceeded our expectations. Her expertise was evident in the transformation of our primary bathroom, daughter's bathroom and two closets. From the initial consultation to the final stages, Cynthia displayed exceptional professionalism, vision and attention to detail.
The primary bathroom was an area that needed a significant update. She skillfully restructured the available space, incorporating luxurious fixtures and finishes that brought a newfound elegance to the room. The balance between functionality and aesthetics was flawlessly achieved.
The guest bathroom was also expertly updated. She successfully managed to create an inviting and stylish space that leaves a lasting impression. The clever use of colors, textures and lighting created an ambiance that is both warm and welcoming.
Cynthia maintained excellent communication throughout the entire process. She provided regular updates and promptly addressed any concerns.
Thanks to Cynthia combining our vision and her expertise, our home has been elevated to a new level of elegance and functionality. Working with Cynthia has been an absolute delight."
Jarod and Brandi R.
“Cynthia was amazing from start to finish on our kitchen remodel. She seamlessly transformed our traditional kitchen and dining room into an English transitional kitchen/great room reflecting both the 1935 aesthetic of the house and modern touches. The contractors she uses are A++ and everything was done on time which is unheard of these days. She revamped our space into a dream we can’t believe we get to call home.”
Kerry L.
“Cynthia is terrific! She really listened to what I wanted — classic, timeless, light and bright, with a little bit of whimsy — and designed spaces that are not only beautiful but also functional. I love my new kitchen, bathrooms, and laundry room!
In addition to her fabulous design skills, Cynthia’s project management expertise gave me complete confidence throughout my project. I totally trusted that she had it under control, and she did! Whether it was when we needed to place an order or scheduling an install, she was on it. I really appreciated Cynthia’s responsiveness, organization and follow through. She always responded to my texts and emails promptly and updated me regularly on the status of orders and construction. Going through a major remodel is stressful… Cynthia’s attention to detail (both from a design and project management perspective) made it much less overwhelming.
Cynthia has great relationships with local businesses for purchasing appliances, plumbing fixtures, tile, stone, hardware, etc. They were all great to work with, and I appreciated being able to see everything in person and support local businesses!”
Dominique C.
“My husband and I were significantly down the road on a multi-year complete remodel of our house, including the addition of a larger kitchen, family room, 2 bathrooms, and a master-suite. We had originally fallen in love with the house because of its beautiful adobe structure and hacienda feel. Given how unique the original structure was, it was important to us to maintain the integrity of feel and fluidity between the original house and the new additions. We were at a point in the process where we needed to make decisions on come critical aspects of the interior design, commit and move forward. These were some of the biggest decisions we needed to make and we were stuck!
Fortunately, Cynthia was recommended to us by our contractor for the outstanding work she had done on some of his other projects as well as her designs on the Pasadena Show-Case homes. Cynthia spent time upfront really making sure she understood what our vision was, what our aesthetic was, and (importantly) what our budget was.
Our house, now finished, is truly stunning, and melds the original style seamlessly with the new additions. Cynthia was a critical part to achieving our vision. We would absolutely recommend her to anyone who is looking for an interior designer.”
Ruthann M.
“Cynthia made our master bath remodel a breeze! She is prompt, reliable, has great vendors and is an efficient project manager. I did not have to answer any questions for the contractor. She is an excellent designer and a lovely person.”
Amanda and Steve T.
“We have used Lambakis Interior Design for two projects in our Pasadena craftsman and both turned out fantastic. One was a entire room remodel of our den and the other was the addition of a pool house. Cynthia's aesthetic and attention to detail made all the difference. We found great colors, finishes, textiles, pieces etc. She was very organized and kept a tight schedule on all of our projects and always answered calls or texts. We wish we had more rooms in our house for her to design!”
Davis and Jamie P.
“Highly recommend Lambakis Interior Design. I started my kitchen project with a limited vision--replace tiled countertops and tired cabinets and appliances. I spent a good bit of time seeking an interior designer who was excited about my project and could surprise me with possibilities. Cynthia provided just what I was looking for. She is very knowledgeable, professional and enjoys her work. She created a much more aesthetically exciting and functional kitchen than I could have envisioned. She was attentive to my preferences, but she held firm and offered back-up for certain key decisions that spoke to her solid professional judgment. Needless to say, I love my new kitchen. It is my happy place!
Arlene D.
“Cynthia was wonderful. We remodeled a laundry room and bathroom. They came out fabulous. Both rooms needed updating. They got that and them some. She understood my taste and really delivered rooms that not only look great but are functional and fit in with the style of the house. She also came regularly during construction to check on progress and answer questions the contractor might have.”
Lauren and Steven W.
“I hired Cynthia of Lambakis Interior Design to help with my kitchen and laundry room redesign. It was absolutely the best decision! I shared my vision and the functions I needed for these spaces to be my dream. Cynthia was “spot-on”, her ideas opened possibilities that I never imagined! She was able to zone-in on my style, capture my vision, and deliver a space that perfectly fits my family. I give Lambakis Interior Design my highest recommendation!”
Adrienne Ann M.
“Cynthia did an outstanding job bringing our dream kitchen to life. Her design ideas were great and her oversight of the project was highly professional. During the 6-month construction project, I always felt she was looking out for my best interests. The end result is an elegant and functional space -- people come in and are awed. Large remodels inevitably involve stress, but Cynthia's customer-service / can-do attitude made ours much less so. For example, when the stone yard sold one of three matching slabs of marble, that we had reserved, to someone else, thereby discarding our choice and potentially delaying the project for weeks, Cynthia got in her car and drove 90 minutes to another stone yard to locate three matching replacements. She texted me photos, made a recommendation, and solved the problem in under 12 hours.”
Lori D.
“Working with Cynthia at Lambakis Interior Design was a pleasure. She pays attention to detail and was very good at staying on top of things. She helped to move the project along. Our bathroom turned out beautiful and I wouldn’t hesitate to work with Cynthia again. I highly recommend her.”
Michelle P.
“Over the past few years I have worked with Cynthia on the remodel of three bathrooms and two bedrooms. She is highly organized and knowledgeable on every aspect from design, implementation to completion. I would highly recommend Cynthia.”
Kathy F.
“We found Cynthia when we were already well into our project (we had a bad experience with a downtown design firm); so Cynthia needed to get up to speed, understand our goals and timelines, and then act quickly to get our project back on schedule. Lucky for us, she did just that!”
We are remodeling approximately 4,000 square feet, including kitchen, lounge, dining, front entrance . . . (you get the picture). It is an old house with some inconsistent design features from changes made over the last century. Cynthia listened carefully to us to understand our goals and then brought her years of experience, creativity, and artistic touch to our project to help us achieve them. We tend to be a little difficult to work with, but Cynthia applied a good balance of pushing back where she thought we were making design errors and yielding to our particular preferences (rather than insisting on us realizing *her* vision for our project).
Finally, we are quite cost conscious, and Cynthia has done a good job estimating hours and costs and working hard to keep within our budget goals. We recommend her enthusiastically!”Jeff and Marissa G.
“We just finished a gut renovation of our home. Couldn't have done it without Cynthia. Seriously. She gave us wonderful advice, held our hands and took much of the stress out of the process. We now have a beautiful home. Couldn't be happier. Can't wait to post photos!”
Beth and Steve A.
Professionals in the industry
“Working with Cynthia has been a professional and informative experience. As a contractor, it was refreshing to work with a designer who was involved from the very start of the project and remained so until completion. She communicates well with all parties involved and ensures that her clients achieve their dream home. I always look forward to projects in which I get to work alongside Cynthia.”
John Caire Construction
“Lambakis Interior Design has a dream portfolio. All of the projects she has worked on are beautiful, classic and comfortable. We have worked with Cynthia on many of her projects and she is a delight. Always very responsive and thoughtful to her clients' needs.”
Saxum Tile Design Studio