The Backyard Blog
Happy June! Even though we still have 21 days until summer officially begins, it feels like it’s already here. Eating dinner on the veranda, having a pool party, entertaining friends–this is the season to make the backyard a useful space. So, we’ve put together some of our backyard designs (and tips) for inspiration! S’more Summer […]
Coastal Design Done Right
As a design firm located in a beach town, we end up doing a lot of coastal design. Bringing a bit of the seaside into a home can mean elegance and relaxation, but it can also turn into a conglomerate of mismatched bobbles and rustic signs, which doesn’t always evoke that serene seashore feel. Coastal […]
The Three Most Common DIY Design Mistakes
After 18 years of design experience, our team knows what to do when it comes to making a house into a home…but, that also means we know what NOT to do. Sometimes we get called into a project after a client realizes they might just be in over their head. They’ve put in time, sweat, […]
Sprucing Up for Spring
Blooming flowers, breezy afternoons, buzzing bees—spring is here! And, with it comes the urge to do a little cleaning, get rid of the dust and let the sunshine in. After beating the rugs and scrubbing the baseboards, you might be thinking your space needs a little sprucing—so here are a few simple ways to add […]
Elegant Coastal
Whenever we receive a new project that begins with an empty house, it gives us the opportunity to really envision a design that’s fresh and new. With so much open space, this next project definitely enabled us to dream a little! These clients asked for a coastal style and, while most people might picture a […]
Mid-Century Restored
Sometimes the houses that have something unique to offer are the ones with a bit of history behind them. So, when our client had the opportunity to restore his childhood home he took it, ready to create new memories within an updated design. While some houses allow you to fill them with the style of […]
Friday Favorites
Somehow this Friday Favorites is all about warm weather wear and a tropical paradise. After a couple of chilly weeks in California, it just goes to show where my heart is—I’m ready for breezy, warm days! Keep reading to see some summery faves… The Sundress Living in San Diego, we see sunshine most of the […]
More Than Just a Pretty Pool House
When you live in California, sunny days and poolside weather shine down on us most of the year. So, why not take advantage of the easy breezy sunshine with a backyard haven? This next client did just that with a pretty pool house that dazzles. Of course, this poolside bungalow is more than just a […]
Friday Favorites
It’s that time again—Friday Favorites are here! I thought I’d share something close to my heart as a homemaker and an interior designer…ambiance! Whether I’m revealing a design to a client for the first time or walking into my own home after a day of work, the lighting, the scent, and the sounds can make […]
Friday Favorites
One of my favorite things about friendship is sharing–swapping recipes, telling each other about a good sale, even sharing product reviews. I like to think that those of you who take the time to visit this blog are a part of a community and that makes us friends! So as friends of mine, I’d like […]