Design Shoji was founded in 1982
by the husband-and-wife team of Brian Consterdine and Wren Okasaki. Working together to find solutions to each client’s unique needs keeps us always thinking about new ideas and possibilities. What if…?
As a general contractor, Brian’s focus has always been on building Shoji doors that last. Premium materials, special construction techniques, and heavy-duty hidden hardware are all use to create a shoji installation that’s dependable and easy to use.
SELECT AWARDS
1st Place, Window Treatments, “Batiked Shoji Screens” 1998 ADEX Awards for Design Excellence, Design Journal, Los Angeles
1st Place, Kitchen, Bath & Utility Rooms, “Bay Window” project, 1985 International Design Competition for Window Treatments, W.E.S, Chicago
1st Place, Sleeping Rooms, 1985 International Design Competition for Window Treatments, W.E.S., Chicago
Commendation, “Shoji screens – Window Systems” 1984 Roscoe Awards, Resources Council Product Design, New York
SELECT CLIENTS
SPECIFIER / CLIENT
Delta Marine Industries, Inc. / Gran Finalé
Martel / Marriot Hotels
The Hillier Group / Berlitz International
Ehrlich Rominger / Pacific Bell Headquarters
KQED Television Station / KQED Studio
Franklin Design / Mandarin Oriental
Sylvia Stevens & Assocs. / Crystal Harmony Cruise Ship
Hayner Hoyt / Turning Stone Casino
Valerie Clark Ints. / AT&T Headquarters
Islander & Sons / See’s Candy Headquarters
Neiman-Marcus Store Des. / Neiman-Marcus Headquarters
Hoover Assocs. / Allstate Insurance
Macy’s Store Design / Macy’s (7 stores)
C Gomez Design / Toyota Corporation
RTKL / Hospital, Saudi Arabia
RCI / Quivera Winery
Angotti & Reilly / Miyako Hotel
Midglen Assocs. / Fukisushi Restaurant
Mahlum Nordfots McKinley & Gordon / Hospital, Washington
Commercial
SPECIFIER / SITE LOCATION
Lawson Tyrrell Construction Co. / St Thomas, Virgin Islands
Harry Fischman Design Inc. / Sag Harbor, NY
Standage Construction / Newport Beach, CA
Scene III Designs / Chicago, IL
Bayfair Ltd. / Martha’s Vineyard, MA
Stephen Miller / Palo Alto, CA
H D Litton Ints / Naples, FL
David Maudlin, Arch / Washinton DC
Billy Francis Associates / UN Plaza, NY
Firenza Design / Anchorage, AK
C Gomez Int Design / Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico
Graham-Con & Assocs. / Maui, HI
Desin / Winnipeg, Canada
Tokerud & Byrd / Houston, TX
Marcy Elsbree, ASID / Atheron, CA
SRM Design Group / Long Island, NY
Interiors by Julie Fletcher Inc. / Denver, CO
WR Gann Co. / Boise, ID
Alessandro Lambertini, Arq / Miami, FL
Residential
However, our greatest delight is in hearing from our clients over the years…
“We have 9 screens... and they look and work just as well today as over 15 years ago. They are often praised by friends and guests [for] their sturdiness and functionality. As for us, we never tire of them. Thank you for such quality and the mindful craftsmanship that you put into them. They are very much appreciated.”
–Mark & Marian, CALFORNIA
“Your screens have been wonderful; after more than 25 years, they still look stunning.”
– Bob, CALIFORNIA
“We have had our shoji since 1997. They are just wonderful! We have them throughout the house in the bedrooms, hallway, family room and kitchen. They are used everyday but still look brand new. They don’t show any weakness; … everyone compliments us on the doors. You just don’t get this kind of craftsmanship; it’s very rare…”
– George and Leah, CALIFORNIA
“[In 2013]… you designed and installed 4 sets of doors for us – a closet, a media center and two room to room sliding doors. Every new guest at our house mentions the simplicity and beauty of these doors and panels. In one room they look like an art decoration; then when moved cover the door and pass-through openings. We realize how much we now take their ease of use, their elegant design and their craftsmanship for granted; it was a house guest who again raved about them that reminded us what a great job you did and how much we enjoy them. Thank you!”
–Philip, CALIFORNIA
"The shoji bifolds allow the light in, and eliminate the need to open them fully. The diversity of your shoji screen is invaluable to my design."
–Julie, DENVER
"The screens are perfection. You really can't believe how nice it is. The client is VERY, VERY happy."
–Shirley, KANSAS
"The clients installed the screens and were very pleased with the quality of the product. One of them lived in the Orient for over twenty years and could not have been more pleased, especially with the ambience it created. I hope to have a client with similar needs in the future. Thank you again for your kind service with this order."
–Benigno, COLORADO
"The doors arrived in good shape. They are absolutely beautiful and perfect. I installed the bathroom door and lock and it is magnificent."
–David, CALIFORNIA
"The shoji panels are beautifully crafted. Thank you very much."
–Helen, CALIFORNIA
"As promised, I am returning my comments on how the shoji screens worked out. From the start, the shoji are well made and beautiful. They worked out esthetically and gave me the environmental mood I wanted. Now to the sound. The shoji screens are definitely a plus to the listening environment. After weeks of listening and tweaking the system I finally got everything to "balance" out. You must understand that an audiophile is never satisfied, but I am very satisfied with your shoji screens and will be for years to come!"
–Morgan, CALIFORNIA
"The doors are up and really look great. Thank you!"
–Bob, WASHINGTON, DC
"I just wanted to take a minute and thank you so much for your patience and attention in getting my work done. The finished product is sensational and adds wonderful detail to the room. I also appreciate the expediency with which you were able to deliver the screens. Thank you and I hope we get the chance to work together again."
–Daryl, ILLINOIS
"Cream always rises to the top. Your workmanship, selection of wood and finish were tops! It was a pleasure installing this job!"
–Ben, CALIFORNIA
"Thanks so much for your help. We are very pleased with the screens!"
–Kathy, ALASKA
"The sliders dividing the bath from the bedroom have held up extremely well. Your workmanship is excellent and we've enjoyed these for so many years."
–Beverly, CALIFORNIA
"Despite all of the extra efforts that were needed to please this client, I wanted to let you know how beautiful your product is in the designed space. The client is thrilled. The panels are breathtaking and I wanted to thank you and your staff for all of your time and attention to detail. I look forward to working with you again in the future."
–Tiffany, VIRGINIA
"A note to say "thank you" for the beautiful custom-made shoji screens...they make the room look larger, the color and design are just beautiful and the size is perfect!"
–Kay, CALIFORNIA
“My clients are very pleased with the final outcome of the shoji ceiling gridwork installation. The light is diffused beautifully.. .what a wonderful way in which to ‘camouflage’ fluorescent lighting in an artistic manner. Thank you both very much for all of your assistance."
–Marcy, CALIFORNIA
"I just wanted to let you know that the shoji arrived yesterday. They are absolutely beautiful and absolutely perfect. Thank you so much for your help and service. I hope to work with you again in the future."
–Diane, HAWAI’I
"We had an excellent carpenter install your beautiful shoji screens. We love them and have received so many compliments. The screens have such fine workmanship and we are so proud of them."
–Louis, TEXAS
"The client says she keeps it in the open position all day, closed at night. She is totally thrilled with it. Thanks for helping us get here!"
–Joyce, OREGON
"Good news. I replaced the shoji material with minimal damage to the wood framing. Your instructions on how to perform the replacement are very good. Thank you for your fine product and support. I admire the craftsmanship of the shojis that I worked on."
–Richard, CALIFORNIA
"I wanted to say 'thank you.' The shoji came out great. They arrived Thursday, were installed the same day, and the clients were able to move in over the weekend. The shoji really make the whole place look good and went in without a hitch. Thank you again and we look forward to working with you again soon." –Mary Ann, TEXAS
"The shoji installed in the bathroom are gorgeous...absolutely beautiful. I'm very pleased with your work and the way they turned out. Just lovely. Thank you again."
–Margo, CHICAGO
“Hi, I just finished the installation of the shoji panels today. Everything went together fine for a great looking installation. I'll admit I wasn't sure of how they would go together -- but your system made it very easy. Thanks for making it easy for my work to look good.”
–Rick, WISCONSIN