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Raili CA Design

Newport Beach, CA, US

Raili Clasen designs spaces inspired by California living peppered with a wink of whimsy. Her interiors are comfortable, colorful, and crafted for modern living.

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a bathroom with two sinks and a walk in shower
a kitchen with wooden floors and a staircase
a bathroom with a shower and a sink
a dining room with a table and chairs
a kitchen with a large island with chairs around it
a kitchen with a lot of stools in it
a living room filled with furniture and a fire place
a staircase with a yellow piano and a picture on the wall
a bedroom with a blue and white wallpaper and a bed
a kitchen island with four stools in front of it
a room with a red chair and a red drum set
a kitchen with a large center island with a bowl of food on it
a bedroom with a surfboard painted on the wall
a kitchen with three stools in front of it
a room with a table and chairs and a bar
a living room filled with furniture and lots of windows
a black and white checkered floor in a bathroom
a kitchen with a table, chairs and a stove
a bathroom with a sink, toilet, mirror and a plant
a room with a lot of bottles on the shelves
a living room filled with furniture and a large window
a dining room with a table and chairs
a bedroom with a large bed and a mountain mural on the wall
a kitchen with blue cabinets and a rug on the floor
a bathroom with a sink and a mirror
a bathroom with a shower and a towel rack
a bathroom with a sink, toilet and a mirror
a kitchen with a center island with chairs around it
a kitchen with a center island surrounded by wooden cabinets
a room with a guitar and a sink
a kitchen and dining room with a table and chairs
a kitchen with green cabinets and white walls
a dining room with a table and chairs and a view of the ocean

About

Raili Ca Design is a full-service interior design firm, specializing in new construction, full remodels and the occasional vintage cottage renovation. Her work has been described as “great design with a wink.”

Raili's projects range from the uber-cool Kelly Slater Surf Ranch, the historic Richland hotel, Surfline headquarters and Peninsula Point Tennis Club, to her mainstay residential projects located throughout the country.

Raili's team is made up of creative and organized design professionals with projects featured in top design publications including Architectural Digest, House Beautiful, Domino and Dwell. She is also featured in Magnolia Network's "Point of View" as well as "Beach Cottage Chronicles." Her book " Surf Style at Home" will be available April 2024.

Raili CA Design

can advise on
Furniture and home decor selection and placement
Floor plan layout
Stores and brands to consider
Styling (surfaces, sofas, beds, walls etc.)
Paint/wall treatments and drapery/window treatments
Cabinetry and built-ins
Fixtures, finishes and trims
Construction and remodel ideas
Exterior design
Career advice for aspiring designers
Guidance / second opinion for professional designers

Why a 1:1 Consultation?

Whether your project is a gut renovation or a room in need of a refresh, Raili CA Design can guide you in creating a fully-realized space that you'll love living in.

You can show your space over video, put together a presentation with photos and/or links to walk through over screen-share, or simply chat and take notes. The time is yours to use however is most helpful for you.

The countless decisions of home design tend to be time-consuming and costly. Booking an Expert consultation makes the process easier – and more fun!

Client Testimonials

"This woman is MAGICCCCC! And I can't recommend her enough. $ well spent! Why: -I've followed her in IG for a while and LOVE her design. She took my space and suggest the right amount of Raili funk to warm it up -She works within your limitations and makes suggestions to that extent (pieces you want to keep, personal style, budget for, goals) and can recommend specific pieces -Is a ton of fun to chat with ... biggest suggestion: take pictures of space so you can screen share"
Ashley B.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"My one hour consultation with Raili was fantastic in every regard. I came prepared and she delivered on every level. She saved me HOURS of searching and wondering what could be best for my space. Not only am I excited about how my project will turn out, I’ll definitely be back to use this service again!"
Candice W.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"My consultation totally exceeded my expectations! It was so helpful and fun, amazing how much advice and ideas I got in the 55 minutes. I left the meeting feeling great about all the design decisions Raili helped me with! Definitely prepare a detailed list of everything you want advice on, in order of importance. List more than you think you will have time for, because we actually quickly went through my main design questions I had. Definitely will do another consultation again. Thank you Raili!"
Colleen W.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"WOW, Raili was phenomenal. We have a midcentury project and we were stuck on the kitchen layout and style, wanted it to fit the house but not be stuck to midcentury. Feel like she quickly smoothed out the rough edges, gave us great suggestions on color, cabinet design, lighting and backsplash designs, everything really. Told her it felt like she pulled a paintbrush over the whole design and made it look good. She's the real deal, and the nicest to boot! Really love her style."
Karen B.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"Wow!! Mind blown, what an amazing experience with Raili. The consultation far exceeded my expectations and was a valuable investment for making the right decisions in our design decision. Fun, enthusiastic, prepared and creative are just some words I’d use to describe Raili’s approach to the hour long consultation. Myself and my wife would not hesitate to recommend or consult again."
Stephen W.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"Prior to my appointment, I was a little on the fence about whether or not I wanted to spend this much for a consultation. It was well worth it! Raili was extremely helpful in helping me to create a cohesive look for a few rooms in my house. She gave me some fresh, new ideas for all the areas I needed help with and was able to incorporate her signature style. On top of all this, she’s super easygoing and very pleasant to talk with. It’s like talking to a friend. So glad this service is available!"
Daniel T.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"It was awesome. I’ve been a big fan of Raili’s for years and use her for inspiration constantly in my home. I’ve been stuck on my girls room for over a year on what to do in there so I convinced my husband to allow me to do an hour zoom through here with her. Within about 10min she understood my style, while incorporating the girls request of pink without being too girly. It was awesome and I’m so excited to do their room now. We had about 20min go look at my closet and laundry room too. Thanks!"
Brittany B.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"My Meeting was Amazing!!! Raili was so helpful, knowledgeable and extremely creative!!! I’m looking forward to talking again soon and watching our plan come to life!!!"
Denise A.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"Raili was so helpful and had great ideas for my space! The zoom consultation process was easy and straightforward. I can't wait for my next meeting with Raili and moving forward with my project."
Kathleen M.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"Raili is so helpful and professional. She has wonderful ideas and really helped me work through the design for my home remodel. I highly recommend Raili!"
Dawn I.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"Raili was great! I just needed a quick consultation on an exterior project and this was just the platform to get her advice!"
Shelley B.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"Raili was great! We got so much done in 1 hour!"
Laura Z.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"Raili was awesome! She helped with both exterior and interior questions and had the coolest ideas. She provided paint colors, sources, layout advice and even landscaping suggestions. We accomplished everything I hoped for and more in a short period of time. I’m so glad I contacted her. She was a pleasure to chat with. I wouldn’t hesitate to contact her again in the future."
Erin M.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"I did a 25 minute consultation with Raili for my master bathroom renovation and it was amazing! She got right away what the design aesthetic I was going for & what I needed to do to bring the design across the finish line. I had been working on the design myself for the past 3 months and had everything outlined with diagrams, dimensions, photos of the space, chosen materials and open questions I had to help me finalize. Raili helped get me across the finish line and I'm excited to get started!"
Caryn D.
1:1 Mini Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"Raili was so great to talk with! We did a mini session and she exceeded my expectations. I only intended to focus on one area of my living room, but we were able to quickly cover that, and she was able to take the adjoining areas into consideration. She showed me examples in her own house so I knew what she was talking about. I will definitely be signing up for more sessions as I progress through the rest of house. I highly recommend!"
Lindsey O.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"Raili is AMAZING! I wasn't sure how much we could cover in an hour but she really knew how to make every minute count. We blew through the layout for all the common areas in the house including the cabinetry, finishes, and even light suggestions. I never felt like I had to keep the convo moving, she 100% handled that and maximized every minute. My head is still spinning a bit from all the information she dropped in such little time!"
Carol L.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"My 3rd design experience with Raili and I learned so much and got so much finalized to really finalize my space!"
Caryn D.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"I have followed Rali on Instagram for years and I especially love her kids rooms. I finally pulled the trigger and hired Rali for a one hour consult. She MORE than delivered. She came up with an amazing concept for the room and we shopped together online and all I need to do now is purchase everything. It was the best experience and I am so excited to have an awesome room for my son. She was full of resources, cool ideas, and super fast! I’ll be hiring Rali again for my others son’s room."
Shannon R.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"Worth every penny! Raili hit the ground running with creative ideas for our home, both inside and out. She was so kind & patient with my haphazard input and very generous with her feedback, suggestions and time. She is tippy top of the heap and I would steal her for my entire project if I could. Thank you, The Expert, you added a real superstar to your roster🌟🌟🌟"
Shannon L.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"Raili is the best! She helped me so much! I can now see my project come to life! I’m so excited to speak to her again!"
Denise A.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"Wonderful- really enjoyed Raili- she has great ideas to freshen up my dated kitchen- will implement many of them!"
Lena V.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"FANTASTIC!!! Raili is so good! It’s my fourth time and I can’t believe how fast she helped me make decisions! I would highly recommend her to anyone!"
Denise A.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"Raili is the Best! She is so helpful, creative and easy to work with!I have had four consultation with her and she always helps me so much! I would highly recommend her to anyone!"
Denise A.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"I had a great experience working with Raili. In a 25-min session we covered everything I wanted and more. Raili had great ideas - things we never thought of after working on our project for more than a year. She saw opportunities and possibilities right away, in places where we felt stuck. I will be booking additional sessions - it's a great use of time and money, yielding ideas that will have a big impact on how we approach our project. Grateful to have access to this level of expertise!"
Sarah R.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"I couldn’t speak more highly of Raili! Raili is so easy to work with! She is amazing! Raili has helped us so much! Our house is almost done and she has made it better then I could of dreamed of! Raili is truly the best!"
Denise A.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"Raili is fantastic! She was really helpful, had great suggestions, and left me excited to redesign my room. I only wish I had booked more time!"
Annie W.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"At first I was unsure of how much we could cover in just a mini session but it exceeded my expectations. I received so much great information and Raili kept things moving along so I could get the best ideas in my slotted timeframe. I am excited to put her ideas to work in my home and can't wait to do another session for future projects. Highly Recommend!"
Andrea F.
1:1 Mini Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"I really enjoyed my meeting with Raili! She gave me great ideas and covered a lot in our session. It was so helpful to get another perspective on our home. "
Katie M.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"Raili was AMAZING! She helped us with layout + design ideas for a full remodel. We had so many questions and she addressed them all and more. We left our consultation feeling excited + prepared. Thank you Raili! "
Shamsah H.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"Wow, what a great speed design date. We covered a ton of space. Rali really helped me focus on where to spend and where to save. Impact and modernizing our 2004 new purchase. Worth every penny, thank you! "
Marilyn D.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"Raili gave great suggestions for our the spaces we discussed. She definitely gave that special and/or really important idea that wasn't coming to me and was able to confirm some instincts I’ve been pondering for a while. "
Roshanna B.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"Nina was beyond helpful providing ideas and resources for our project. She was so friendly and we walked away with a clear vision. We would book with Nina again for any future projects "
Cathy P.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Nina Hayes, Lead Designer
Verified by The Expert
"Raili was amazing! She helped create a vision for my space in a short amount of time! I feel so lucky to have her expertise and her ideas in my home. I got off the call excited to start implementing all her ideas."
Courtney B.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"Just finished my third session with Raili for our new build. She's got so many ideas and she's able to help me visualize in a way that I can't do on my own. Right down to specific colors, fixtures, and styles and vendors. It's such a relief to have this resource as there are just too many decisions to make on my own. I was feeling overwhelmed and unsure of so many elements before our call, and now I feel like I have a solid set of options and concrete ideas that I can build upon. Thanks Raili!"
Sarah R.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"Raili is wonderful. She is warm, easy to talk to, and gets down to business. We did a mini session and we were able to accomplish so much. She reviewed some inspo pics I provided and gave me an overall vision for my space and helped me pick out exact fixtures, colors, etc. I was having decision fatigue and she helped me to move along. I will definitely be booking additional sessions with her for other spaces. "
Emily D.
1:1 Mini Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"This is my third (yes third) consultation with Nina. She is FANTASTIC! Project 1 - a blank slate. I had a vision for what I was after. She was encouraging and helped me dial it in while adding killer suggestions. Project 2- I really needed some inspiration & to see the existing space with new eyes. She offered up great ideas & screen shared visuals . She helped me set a course & feel less overwhelmed. She’s quick, energetic, positive and oh so creative! I’ll be booking again. "
Kristin B.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Nina Hayes, Lead Designer
Verified by The Expert
"Nina is amazing. She is a kind, gracious, and talented designer. She helped us with so many choices. 100% recommended!!"
Caleb C.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Nina Hayes, Lead Designer
Verified by The Expert
"Raili was wonderful. She was able to give answers to all the questions I had and more. She looked at the pictures I sent over and gave great suggestions considering my situation and budget. I was agonizing over so many decisions and now everything is clear. Excited to implement all her ideas. I would love to talk to her again."
Julia B.
1:! Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"So much valuable info in a short amount of time. Very efficient and helpful. Will definitely call Nina again. "
Tana A.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Nina Hayes, Lead Designer
Verified by The Expert
"Sooooooo HELPFUL!!! I learned so much! Thank you!"
Jill B.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Nina Hayes, Lead Designer
Verified by The Expert
"I really appreciated the advice & recommendations from Nina. I was apprehensive showing my home to a professional designer but Nina was lovely. I am excited to move forward with her suggestions. "
Angela H.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Nina Hayes, Lead Designer
Verified by The Expert
"She was fabulous! I was able to come to a conclusion on a decision in 30 minutes that I had spent countless hours thinking over."
Rachel R.
1:1 Mini Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"I am so happy we used Nina for our expert. She was so great, knowledgeable and really understood what we were looking for. ! I can't wait to apply her ideas to our space. Couldn't recommend her more! "
Brooke D.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Nina Hayes, Lead Designer
Verified by The Expert
"Raili is as good as they come. Gifted, talented, skilled, warm, fun, funny, and kind. 100% recommend."
Jared F.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"Building a new home is exciting, but also overwhelming. Raili provided input from the early planning phases from floorpan and layout to the placement of our home on the lot. We're now doing finishes, along with fun touches, room-by-room. I leave each meeting more confident, and with tons of ideas and resources. Consults with Raili are a magical blend of fun and creativity grounded with practical realities like budget and where to spend it. Each session has paid off exponentially. So grateful!"
Sarah R.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"We are blown away by the leaps we've made on our project in just 1 hour discussing it with Raili! She is kind, thoughtful, creative, straightforward and will help you get your project on track quickly and effectively!"
Yoni G.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Raili Clasen, Principal
Verified by The Expert
"Perfect. Hayley showed up prepped for the conversation and busted right into sharing fun ideas for the 3-5 different areas of our home we're refreshing and designing. By the end we felt excited and validated, and are totally ready to start executing on a couple of different interior deco/design projects - bringing it all together with more personality and style. Exactly the brainstorm session and confidence boost we needed as a couple"
Donald N.
1:1 Video Consultation- with Hayley Alder, Lead Designer
Verified by The Expert

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