Design Matters
Share
Welcome to Design Matters
We are passionate about design. Every day we are inspired by architecture, nature, and the textures that surround our lives.
Serving Northern California, Utah, and Jackson Hole, Wyoming
KITCHEN + BATH / SPACE PLANNING / CUSTOM CABINETRY / MATERIAL SELECTIONS / LIGHTING / FURNITURE + FABRIC SELECTIONS / COLOR PALETTE DEVELOPMEN Most of all we are inspired by you, to create interiors that are spectacular and unique, just like you and your family.
One of the “must haves” in Julie Cavanaugh’s California kitchen? The Galley Workstation. It’s been such a game changer for her family that she encourages her clients to consider when renovating their kitchen. A better way to prepare, cook, serve, entertain, and clean! The Galley
09/29/2026
THE DESIGNER BECOMES THE CLIENT: Inside Julie Cavanaugh’s Almaden Valley Kitchen in her California Home.
After two decades of designing kitchens for others, Julie Cavanaugh finally designed one for herself. The result is a study in thoughtful planning, layered materials and the details that make a kitchen truly work. Check out the article here!
https://www.designmatters.design/talk/the-designer-becomes-the-client
Design Matters Interior Design After two decades of designing kitchens for others, Julie Cavanaugh designed her own Almaden Valley kitchen. Explore the thoughtful planning, timeless materials, architectural details and personal design decisions that transformed the space into a warm, refined and highly functional kitchen designed
A lovely evening at Legacy Point in Red Ledges! Christine Paramore Sheranian
09/24/2026
LOVE YOUR KITCHEN’S LAYOUT, BUT NOT HOW IT LOOKS? You don’t always have to start from scratch. Renovating within your kitchen’s existing footprint can completely transform the space without moving walls, relocating plumbing, or taking on a full-scale gut renovation.
The original kitchen wasn’t lacking, it just didn’t reflect the character and personality our homeowners wanted for their home. New cabinetry, countertops, lighting, finishes and thoughtful details can bring a whole new life to the kitchen you already have.
Sometimes, the best renovation is the one that works with what’s already there.
*
*
*
Interior Design by Julie Cavanaugh / Photography by Bernardo Grijalva
Refined Contemporary Retreat | Almaden Valley. Interiors by Julie Cavanaugh.
09/17/2026
Beauty in the details!
*
*
*
Modernist Reverie
Interior Design by Julie Cavanaugh, Design Matters
Photography by Bernardo Grijalva
09/16/2026
One of our most beloved summer inspirations!
We’d love for you to take a closer look at this Morgan Hill Pool House renovation on Houzz. If this space speaks to you, give it a ❤️ and save it to your ideabook for a little future inspiration.
https://www.houzz.com/photos/luxe-poolside-haven-transitional-patio-san-francisco-phvw-vp~216531075
09/15/2026
A much-needed retreat in Almaden Valley. Our designers completely reimagined this bathroom’s layout, creating a serene sanctuary for our homeowners with sophisticated materials and refined details.
*
*
*
Interior Design by Julie Cavanaugh, Design Matters
Photography by Bernardo Grijalva
Accent Tile: Stone Penny Round Mosaic by ARTISTIC TILE through All Natural Stone
09/10/2026
Vineyard views from the primary suite. A beautiful bathroom, a cozy chair, and a little art moment. Honestly, we’d happily linger here.
Artwork: Rebecca Aldernet
Interior Design: Julie Cavanaugh
Photography: Bernardo Grijlava
Our latest project | Modernist Reverie. A kitchen that feels like both the heart and soul of the home.
Click here to claim your Sponsored Listing.
Category
Website
Address
Los Altos, CA
94022–94024
Opening Hours
| Monday | 9am - 5pm |
| Tuesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 5pm |
| Friday | 10am - 5pm |
Alerts
Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Design Matters posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.