Westwood Condo - Master Bedroom in progress

Master Bedroom

My Westwood condo remodel is coming along wonderfully. Here is a sneak peak at the progress. 

 Here is a computer rendering image of the master bedroom that I put together to show my client. I always start by creating a color scheme in the room, then I pick out individual pieces to show my client to see if we are going in the right direction. Once the client approves the pieces I put them together in a photoshop rendering to show them what the finished product will look like. I always leave some wiggle room when it comes to swapping out pieces.

For example when we started purchasing furniture, we ended up going with a different bed from RH.

Today was an important day for furniture installation, the custom bed from restoration hardware arrived. The bed is the Grayson sleigh bed in charcoal, the quality of the upholstery is wonderful and the bed fits beautifully in the space. It works perfect with the tall dramatic linen drapes and chunky braided wool rug. 

I cannot wait to purchase the rest items and the bedding as well as the decorative pillows to complete the look!

Westwood Condo Project

Latest Project!!

For the past 9 months I have been working on a wonderful project in Westwood.

It is a complete condo remodel which I have designed from start to finish, here are some pics of the progress.

Cannot wait for the final professional pictures when it is complete. We are now in the process of finishing up the kitchen, ordering furnishings, lights, rugs, and accessories. The feeling is blend of masculine modern with traditional warmth. I've added texture with finishes and character through the furniture and accessories.

Picture of the living room fireplace wall. This linear gas burning fireplace is surrounded by a split-face travertine, underneath the floating hearth is covered with a custom smooth plaster. The floors are Acacia hand scraped wide plank hardwood, and the paint is "stone ground" from Farrow and Ball. Here is the first piece of furniture in the house, a new take on a mid century modern chair from Crate and Barrel. 

Being a corner unit this linear burning fireplace is the largest size we could fit. It is controllable by the hand held iPad lutron system where it can easily be turned on and off. Perfect for a chilly fall night. 

Here is a shot of the master bathroom. It was a complete remodel and features custom rift cut oak cabinets with a honed limestone square countertop. The tile in the shower is a honed French Limestone large tiles 12" x 24" to make the shower appear large. We chose a clear glass for the shower and kept with the theme of square fixtures throughout. 

All of the fixtures in the shower are top of the line, a overhead Kohler rainhead, Santec trim for the showerhead and thermostatic valve, and a hans-grohe handheld shower head . The sink is a ceramic white square sink from Kohler.
My client wanted a clean and simple look that was masculine, a "hotel" look. 

Read my latest article in LA Centric September/October Issue

LA Centric:

Read my latest article as interior design contributor in the new September/October issue of LA Centric. This article is all about bringing nature into your interior by utilizing succulents in design.

An incredible opportunity to write for such a great publication!

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Check out my article! July/August issue of LA Centric

LA Centric

I was so honored when I was asked to be the interior design contributor for LA Centric Magazine. It has been such an amazing experience and I am so thankful to be a part of this incredible magazine.

LA Centric is an online and print magazine.

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Organic and Contemporary

      Organic contemporary spaces are soothing, and subtle, and clean. Here are some inspiration photos I found that utilize these characteristics.

      In my own personal designs for clients I like to use natural organic looking materials in modern forms. Honed limestone and travertine are beautiful to use for surface materials, natural stone has such character and authenticity, I like to use natural honed sealed limestone for my countertops, and rectangular staggered tiles for my showers with minimal grout lines.
   
     Walnut is a beautiful wood to use for custom veneered cabinets if you can match the veneers, you can create a beautiful backdrop for your kitchen. Walnut has a natural ash color in it that is beautiful and looks beautiful in its natural state. If you want a simple no patterned slab cabinet , rift cut oak is the way to go.

Spring!

Spring is here. Succulents are incredible, and maybe one of the only plants that doesn't perish when I care for it. So naturally they are my favorite.

Here are some custom arrangements I created. These pieces are great to use on consoles, dining tables, and coffee tables as a focal point. It is also a great way to add some color to a space.

I went to an antique mart and found this gem, a Coca Cola crate from the 30's, perfect vintage find. I love the natural aging of the this wood and the color.

Here is an arrangement I made with many small succulents and filled in the soil with preserved moss. For this arrangement I used a vintage marble bowl from India. 

That time of the year....already?

To survive the holidays, and the inevitable splendor that comes with spreading holiday cheer....here are some images from a recent PDC trip which throughouly inspired me for ideas for a clients home...maybe it will do the same for you!

Great mix of contemporary and organic

Love the chandelier, great use of wrought iron and geometry

The real thing, very nuetral, natural, and refreshing...

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Romantic

Petrified wood stump incredible piece to add in a room for something special...

Love the clean lines juxtaposed on this hand hammered base.

Orange you Glad...

 With fall around the corner, and Halloween just a month away, it is time to celebrate orange. Orange has the ability to lift our moods, and add that pop to any room.

These orange Hermes boxes are a great contrast of the neutral bone console.

These chairs are beautiful in this room, a subdued orange that adds warmth and character to the room.

Jonathan Adler pillows, great additions and inexpensive.

I will take them all..amazing kitchens

Because I love to cook Italian food, and love to eat it even more, I am one who longs for a gorgeous kitchen. Growing up my mother learned to cook from her Italian grandma who was an amazing chef who came to America by herself, a single mother, and raised two very successful boys on her own barely speaking any English. Such an inspiration!

Growing up in Connecticut, every Sunday my mother would go to her Grandmothers house and she would teach my mother a new Italian dish. Today, my mother has passed down this tradition to my family, still using the cookbook from my Grandma, with her scribbled Italian notes! I am so lucky to have such an amazing teacher who fills every recipe with the most important ingredient...LOVE!

(You can always tell when a meal is made from the heart)

Here are some of my ideas of a dream kitchen, I have to say number one is cape cod: traditional carrera marble 2" thick butcher block counters, white subway tiles (preferably Barbara Barry white subway tiles from Anne Sacks) white painted cabinets (uppers seeded glass), and beautiful french oak wideplank floors....heaven.

This is the happiest kitchen, it is so inviting. Love the freshness.

Love these pendants.

On the surface...it matters.

There is nothing like a beautiful antiqued French Oak floor, old terra cotta tiles, or a beautiful white carrera marble. Surface materials are a beautiful thing, especially when they look like they have existed in their home forever.

Here are some of my faves:

1. Beautiful French Antique Oak Herringbone Floors

2. Wide plank barn style floors

Romantic antique limestone fountain, tre chic.

Nothing like a beautiful marble checkered floor...

Chic and Fresh for Spring

Here is a board for a clients house in Santa Monica: The look is fresh, chic, and organic with a contemporary twist.

Just a few tidbits from the room

Floorplan:
 

Sofa: Tailored, and just the right blending of modern and traditional

Linen Graphic Pillows: Mixing graphic textures on soft fabrics like linen, help to create a sense of depth and softness to the room, it also pics a hint of color

 You have to have a soft piece in the mix as well, love the prayer beads as well
they are gorgeous draped over an accessory.

Bookcase: Recliamed wood in a contemporary design, great architectural piece:

Metallic Cowhide Rug: Love this look it has just the right amount of fun

Succulent photos: Grouping of four: This picks up the subtle colors in the pillows and lamp and adds a natural soothing feeling, bringing the outdoor in

Crackled Glass Lamp:

Horn Coffee Table: This table is so special, it has a top made from horn (no animals hurt promise!) and the base comes in a gold and silver leaf finish.

 



Metal bead chandelier: an industrail material in a traditional for.

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Chair with nail heads and interesting arm:
 

 

Bring in the oxygen with this beautiful fig tree: I like placing these in woven baskets. Here is a great one from Pottery Barn, it is oversized which plays with the scale of the room.