Business Details
36 Years
experience
Your Trusted Interior Design Partner in Encinitas, CA
Lori Gentile Interior Design is a boutique firm dedicated to delivering exceptional design solutions rooted in over three decades of experience. Our team specializes in creating personalized, high-style interiors that reflect each client's unique vision and lifestyle. With a global perspective shaped by projects across the United States and international destinations, we combine sophisticated aesthetics with functional design. Our process emphasizes collaboration, starting with in-depth consultations to understand client preferences and culminating in meticulously executed spaces that balance elegance and livability.We serve residential and commercial clients, offering comprehensive services from architectural detailing to art curation. Our commitment to quality extends to community involvement, supporting educational initiatives worldwide through philanthropy.
Services
Interior Design
Residential Remodeling
Exterior Design
Architectural Detailing
Art Curation
Custom Furniture
Landscape Design
Space Planning
Color Consultation
Project Management
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- Over 30 years of experience in residential and commercial interior design
- Personalized approach ensuring spaces reflect each client's unique lifestyle
- Global network of design resources and artisans
- Certified professionals with expertise in architectural detailing
- Proven track record with projects across the US and internationally
What people say
Impeccable eye for style
Transformed our home
Professional and creative
Family-friendly designs
International design expertise
Services
Interior Design
Our interior design service creates personalized, high-style environments tailored to each client's lifestyle. We combine functional requirements with aesthetic vision to produce spaces that balance elegance and practicality. Our approach integrates architectural detailing, material selection, and custom furnishings for cohesive, timeless results.
Residential Remodeling
Specializing in whole-home transformations, we modernize outdated spaces while preserving architectural integrity. Our process includes layout optimization, material upgrades, and custom finishes to create contemporary, functional living environments that maintain the home's original character.
Architectural Detailing
We provide detailed architectural specifications for interior and exterior elements including ceiling designs, custom millwork, and fireplace surrounds. Our team collaborates with architects to ensure structural elements complement the overall design vision while meeting functional requirements.
Art Curation
Our art curation service selects pieces that enhance interior spaces while reflecting client personalities. We source artwork from international galleries and local artists, ensuring proper scale, placement, and lighting to create visually compelling environments that evolve with the client's collection.
Project Management
We oversee all aspects of design implementation from contractor coordination to timeline management. Our hands-on approach ensures design specifications are maintained throughout construction, with regular site visits and problem-solving to guarantee project completion meets our exacting standards.
People
Lori Gentile
Founder & Lead Designer
With over 30 years of experience, Lori Gentile established her firm after training in Palm Beach and Houston. Her global perspective and innovative approach have earned recognition in top design publications and a loyal international clientele.
Monika Crawford
Senior Designer
Monika brings two decades of residential and hospitality design expertise to the team. A San Diego State University graduate, she specializes in translating client visions into functional, stylish spaces that reflect individual lifestyles.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve San Diego County including Encinitas, La Jolla, and Rancho Santa Fe, with projects across California and nationally in locations like New York City, Park City, and Aspen.
What design styles do you specialize in?
We work across all styles from modern and contemporary to traditional and eclectic, tailoring each project to reflect the client's personal aesthetic preferences.
Do you handle both interior and exterior design?
Yes, we offer comprehensive design services including interior spaces, exterior architecture, and landscape design for cohesive, integrated environments.
How long does a typical project take?
Project timelines vary based on scope but typically range from 6-18 months for complete residential renovations, with smaller projects completing in 3-6 months.
Can you work with existing architectural plans?
Yes, we frequently collaborate with architects and contractors to enhance existing plans, ensuring both aesthetic appeal and functional optimization of spaces.
Do you offer art curation services?
Yes, we provide art consultation and curation services to complement interior designs with pieces that reflect our clients' personal tastes and collections.
