Carlsbad Beach Home Cool teal and gray tones echo the nearby colors of the beach. This small 8' x 10' dining room needed space saving ideas. The custom built-in bench was designed with hidden storage drawers underneath. This seating style eliminates the extra 24” one needs to pull out chairs from a standard dining table set, thus creating more space. The seat cushion and pillows were also custom designed. Italian dining chairs are lightweight and easy to move around. Fine Art photography by Roy Kerckhoff.	Carlsbad Beach Home Kitchen remodel featuring glass backsplash tile, Kelly Wearstler pendant lighting, quartz countertops and custom Roman Shades. Quartz, an engineered stone, was selected for the countertops due to its sleek aesthetic, durability and low maintenance. The concrete, apron-style sink serves as a focal point below the main window. An unexpected dash of color in the orchid adds a creative spark to an otherwise monochromatic theme. The vase is made from mango wood, an Eco-friendly material.	Carlsbad Beach Home The center island was expanded 18” from the original island to allow for extra seating and food prep space. The design was curved for aesthetic reasons and to minimize potentially dangerous sharp corners in this high traffic area near the back door. Now that their granddaughter was coming to visit frequently, this became more of a concern as the countertops were about head-height for her. Adding curves to smaller rooms also adds the illusion of space. Construction by Elevation 92
Carlsbad Beach Home Fireplace gets a remodel with slate stacked stone, reclaimed mantel, designer rug and cozy recliner. The white faux wood fireplace frame was removed and replaced with slate stone tile that reminded me of the nearby ocean. It sparkles when the light hits and has a nice texture and pattern without being too flashy. A simple fireplace mantle was custom made from reclaimed wood, which was stained to match the built-in buffet in the nearby dining room. Fine Art photography by Roy Kerckhoff.	Carlsbad Beach Home A challenge with small spaces is that everything counts, both aesthetically and functionally. It is difficult to get away with a partial redesign as everything can be seen in one glance. In addition to being a small living room, it is open to the kitchen and dining room, so all three rooms are seen together, which can be overwhelming. Space-planning and decluttering are key. Proper scale is of utmost importance, as is color, shape and layout. Also, monochromatic themes open up the space more.	Guest Bathroom Glass accent tile reminiscent of the nearby ocean waves. Porcelain Italian wall tile, which looks like linen cloth, was selected and applied vertically on the shower wall for an unconventional layout. A shower niche was created and accented with the same glass backsplash seen throughout this small bathroom.
Carlsbad Beach Home Master bath remodel featuring Kelly Wearstler Sconces, concrete sinks, quartz countertops, wall sculpture and Italian tile throughout. Separate niches were created for both the tub and shower area using the same herringbone backsplash glass tile. Construction by Elevation 92	Carlsbad Beach Home Italian porcelain tile was used throughout this guest bathroom, which also functions as a powder room for visitors. The sink serves as a focal point with it’s unique design and chiseled edges. Continuity is created by using the same color charcoal sinks throughout the home, however, each one is a different design. The glass backsplash tile has shades of green, gray and aqua, colors also seen in the artwork for this bathroom and fabrics in the nearby dining room. Construction by Elevation 92.	Custom Succulent Wall Art A living succulent art piece was custom designed for the front porch wall of this home located near the beach. The frame was created using reclaimed railroad tracks from a hundred year old station in Ramona, a mountain community in East San Diego County. The frame was stained in a semi-transparent gray color to minimize the orange undertones seen in the natural wood. A variety of plants were selected which would thrive in the Western exposure and add a contemporary beach theme to the exterior.
Carlsbad Beach Home New bed linens provide a clean backdrop to this latest addition of artwork in the Master Bedroom. The number 4 is symbolic and has personal meaning for the clients, which made it an obvious choice, aesthetically, spiritually and from a feng-shui perspective. The art frame was selected for it’s casual and unpretentious design, which keeps the focus on the art. Fine Art photography by Roy Kerckhoff.	West Hollywood Modern Purple accent wall adds unexpected pizzazz to this white and gray contemporary living room.	San Diego Modern Condo Original contemporary art, by Jennifer Aos, brightens up this sleek and neutral downtown condo. When color is limited to one dominant location, it creates a natural focal point. Only small amounts of color are repeated sparingly throughout the living and dining areas.
San Diego Modern Condo One-of-a-kind vintage glass vase and decorative books soften the hard lines of this architectural glass table. It's important to add unique elements to any room in order to personalize the home.	San Diego Modern Condo Gray accent pillow with a touch of mid-century modern appeal. Soft gold fabric detail sits across from the chrome and glass cocktail table, adding an unexpected and welcome mix of metallic tones.	Venice, CA Eco-Friendly design was the objective with these bamboo kitchen cabinets, which are a trending material in sustainable home design.
Los Angeles Office Lobby Psychiatrist's lobby area was designed to be a relaxing and comforting atmosphere for patients.	Los Angeles Home Blue and aqua are emerging trends this year, as well as contemporary art, Ikat fabrics and mid-century modern pieces.	Los Angeles Home Orchids, organic lines and bamboo floors add Feng Shui balance.
Pasadena Mid-Century House Gray sectional with red and orange accents which highlight the client's personal art collection. Modern mirrored wall sculpture pays homage to the mid-century modern art and design movement.	Pasadena Mid-Century Modern Home Orange accent wall adds life to this mid-century home. Clients wanted an eclectic approach, mixing antiques with modern.	Marina Del Rey Beach Home With the intense sunlight of Los Angeles beach cities, this client desired a luminous and breezy atmosphere.
Ramona Mountain Retreat Metallic kitchen backsplash and amber pendant lights add just the right amount of color to an otherwise neutral kitchen.	Rancho Mirage Contemporary Home This large contemporary dining room, which was surrounded by built-in fish tanks, needed some bold edgy artwork to be noticed in this 10,000 square foot home.	Rancho Mirage Contemporary Home Black marble and stainless steel table were selected for durability, flexible use and elegant modern style. Red accent wall and glass bowl echo the modern art. This desert home was custom designed without a single right angle.