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SPRING 2023

“The walls of a home are meant to tell the story of a room. Art is a wall exhaling.

It elevates us beyond words and offers us something new every time we see it.”

– Dennis Jarvis, Spyder Surfboards Home is where the heart is, as the saying goes. I’ve been in my house for almost two years now. When I moved in, I stared at the bare walls for hours, waiting for the house to speak to me. I didn’t want to hang anything unless it brought me happiness. At this point in my life, the art I have purchased brings me so much joy—and my house spoke to me about where to hang these pieces. It’s still an evolving process, and I’ll let the house and my heart tell me what’s next. Art is personal, and when you find it, you know it’s meant to be yours.

Dennis Jarvis, pro surfer, surfboard shaper and owner of Spyder Surfboards, has been in our community for a long time. We all know him and his brand.

He’s also a gifted artist and recently opened Gallery 208 in Manhattan Beach.

His work so impressed me when I walked in, as well as the work of artists Harry Knapp, Chip Herwegh and others.

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I now have a wall in my house calling to me! Their art will definitely speak to you too. If you haven’t been to Gallery 208, you need to check it out.

“As artists with deep roots in the South Bay, we wanted to build a space for gathering around art, culture and humanity,” Dennis says. “Gallery 208 is all about bringing people into an arena that sparks curiosity, reflection and ultimately a visceral connection to a piece of art that speaks to the buyer. We are so grateful to the community, collectors and designers who have supported us as we curate stunning art, shows and events that will bring joy to the South Bay for years to come.”

I’m excited and proud to announce that Gallery 208 is the sponsor of our beloved spring issue of Southbay HOME! We are hosting events again this year, and we will be having a private issue release party at Gallery 208. They host open houses every Friday from 5 to 8 p.m., so stop by to view and purchase some beautiful art for that space in your home that is speaking to you.

Congratulations to Gallery 208. We can’t wait to celebrate you and this exciting issue of our publication. On behalf of Soutbay HOME and Gallery 208, thank you to our dedicated readers for always supporting us.

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SECOND LOOK An architectural treasure nestled in the hills of Rancho Palos Verdes caught the eye of Sylvie and David Knotek not once, but twice.

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CREATIVE LOGISTICS A Manhattan Beach homeowner had a vision for her family’s outdoor space. Fair Studio helped her make it a reality.

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WORK OF ART Blending traditional and modern design, a Los Angeles interior designer and architect customizes a Tuscan home for a couple in Palos Verdes Estates with artwork and hints of their heritage.

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FIRST IMPRESSIONS

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DESIGN SHOWCASES The South Bay’s Top Home Professionals

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Check out their work in our beautiful features, moodboards, before-and-after profiles and Design Showcases. We thank them for keeping the South Bay beautiful … come rain or shine!

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ON THE COVER The Knotek residence in Rancho Palos Verdes Photographed by Lauren Taylor

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SECOND L O O K AN ARCHITECTURAL TREASURE NESTLED IN THE HILLS OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES CAUGHT THE EYE OF SYLVIE AND DAVID KNOTEK NOT ONCE, BUT TWICE. WRITTEN BY AMBER KLINCK | PHOTOGRAPHED BY JOE FLETCHER & LAUREN TAYLOR

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ylvie and David Knotek have lived in their newly renovated Rancho Palos Verdes home for roughly two years, but they’ve had their sights set on the house for

well over a decade. “It was 15 years ago that we started looking for properties in this neighborhood,” Sylvie says.

Coastal living and excellent school districts had the Knoteks sold on the South Bay. “To us, Palos Verdes is still like a hidden treasure,” David says.

But their preferred style of home wasn’t particularly common for the area. When they spotted a modern abode overlooking Abalone Cove, they knew they had found something special.

Originally built in 1964 by architect Foster Rhodes Jackson (a protégé of Frank Lloyd Wright), the home’s cubist architectural style exuded an artistic vibe the Knoteks were immediately drawn to. But with two young children—a baby and a toddler—the multilevel property perched on the hillside wasn’t the right fit for their family … at least at that time. They opted for a house with a more traditional layout but never stopped coveting the rare find overlooking the coast.

When the timing was right, they revisited the home and approached the owner with an offer.

A 1967 vintage Airstream parked on the property was included in the sale. The house was theirs, but it would require a lot of work to make it right for their family.

“It was like a piece of art,” David notes, “but a dysfunctional piece of art. Everything was very small, and there were so many different rooms. It was not a functional space.”

They knew they would need to reconfigure the interior of the home, but preserving the legacy of the original architecture was paramount. “We wanted to maintain the authenticity of the original idea but add more functionality,” David shares.

In order to achieve this, Sylvie and David enlisted the help of Robert Sweet, founder, creative director and general contractor of ras-a studio—a design-build firm. Robert and his team added square footage to the kitchen by filling in a rear patio. Natural light pours in through large, thoughtfully placed skylights that additionally give the illusion of higher ceilings.

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There’s not a single missed opportunity for storage. The living room even boasts a built-in

Pacific, the home is surrounded by greenery. Some

bar concealed in the cabinetry. “This was a crawl

of Palos Verdes’ most sought-after hiking trails are

space,” Sylvie notes as she opens the door to

steps from the Knoteks’ property.

the office—just another clever transformation of underused space by the ras-a team.

tains a sense of privacy while still showcasing unobstructed views of the coast. Even the pool,

practical, and that’s what I love. Everything that we

located in front of the house, doesn’t reveal itself

asked for—they delivered,” Sylvie says. “They think

until you’re well past the front gate. “It’s like a

of all these details, and the details really matter,”

hidden treat,” Sylvie says. “You can’t see it from

David adds.

the street.”

the house itself sits on a hill next to a nature

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What’s remarkable is how well the home main-

“They reshuffled it beautifully. They made it so

Every room in the home faces the ocean, but

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preserve. In addition to panoramic views of the

Originally from the Czech Republic, Sylvie and David enjoy providing their friends visiting from

“ W E WA N T E D TO M A I N TA I N T H E AU T H E N T I C I T Y OF THE ORIGINAL IDEA BUT ADD MORE F U N C T I O N A L I T Y. ”

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Europe the quintessential California experience.

The vintage Airstream they acquired with the purchase of the home helps set the scene.

“We completely gutted it. Now it’s our guest room,” Sylvie notes. “All our friends from Europe who come, they want to stay there because the Airstream is such an iconic California thing,” David adds.

The Knoteks are living their own California dream. “We love nature. We go paddleboarding and hiking. We love doing things outdoors, and we have such a great combination of both the ocean and then the mountain basically right behind us,” David says.

Their boys, now teenagers, make the most of the pool and the tiered outdoor areas including a firepit and soccer turf—all of which are new additions to the front of the property. “Nothing was there; it was like a slope,” David notes.

“That’s another credit to [Robert]; they just found a way to make it happen. When we saw the renderings for the first time, we couldn’t believe they could make it all fit,” Sylvie adds.

At first glance, Sylvie and David knew they loved the aesthetic of their modern house on the hill. Robert and his team added the necessary functionality to make it work for their family of four while still maintaining its original architectural footprint. It took time and a lot of creative vision, but the Knoteks knew what they wanted. And they were willing to wait for it. ¢

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OBJECTS & CONNECTIONS ARTIST AND CRAFTSMAN CHIP HERWEGH ASSEMBLES A NEW APPROACH TO LIFE AND WORK. WRITTEN BY KAT MONK | PHOTOGRAPHED BY JL CEDERBLOM

One day approximately six years ago, Manhattan

college, when he realized that an office job was

Beach native and local custom furniture maker

not for him. Chris Poindexter, a friend since his

Chip Herwegh no longer felt a connection with his

Mira Costa High School days, helped him get his

life. For Chip, connections are at the core of who

first job as a set dresser on a television series.

he is—whether making a connection with objects,

Soon he became a prop maker and a set builder,

his art or old friends. In need of a shift, he adopted

and he joined the Local 44 union for craftspeople.

a new mantra he refers to as PMA—positive mental attitude—and made some big changes.

His wife at the time said, “Chip, I don’t think you

classes at Cerritos College. “Cerritos College has

are living your best life.” In agreement, he checked

the best woodworking department in the state of

himself into a rehabilitation center. After doing

California at almost 20,000 square feet,” he shares.

work on himself, he amicably left his marriage,

His focus was on Arts and Crafts Greene & Greene

started focusing on his art and is now “straight

furniture and architecture showcased at the

edge”—a subculture of the hardcore punk scene.

famous 1909 Gamble House in Pasadena.

People who refer to themselves as straight edge

skate decks. He is co-owner of Gallery 208 on

be vegan or vegetarian.

Manhattan Beach Boulevard in Manhattan Beach with Dennis Jarvis, who owns Spyder Surf shops.

day I just realized this is how I take care of my

“The reason to have a gallery is to have a platform

body.” Although he acknowledges that addiction

for artists so that their art can make a connection

is different for everyone, Chip was ready to close

with a potential buyer,” says Chip.

the door and start the next chapter of life.

A few years ago Dennis and Chip became

After making other people’s art for decades,

collaborators, helping each other with their art

it was time for him to focus on his own. At his

processes. After setting up an installation in El

woodworking shop in the arts district on Cypress

Segundo together, the spark ignited and it was

Avenue in Hermosa Beach, Chip started to focus

just a matter of time before the two opened a

on new creations—from start to finish. After

gallery. Almost 400 people came through Gallery

coming up with a concept, he puts it on paper and

208 during its opening weekend in January.

then builds it himself. “I love going into my shop and working all day,” he adds.

He has displayed his art at various South Bay art

From modern to abstract, the gallery will showcase established as well as emerging artists.

The goal is to have new shows every four to six

galleries and shows including ShockBoxx, Resin,

weeks, including a few solo shows and themed

El Segundo Art Walk and CA 101. “Though he

group shows.

works in three dimensions, his goal is to ultimately

“There are so many artists in the South Bay.

collapse the distinction between painting and

Every day people come in to the gallery and

sculpture, blurring the boundary between the

want to show their art,” says Chip. Now the artist

two,” notes Chip’s website.

offers others a meaningful space to make a

Chip’s path as an artisan was defined after

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These days Chip’s art takes on classic fins and

refrain from drinking, drugs and tobacco and may “I quit and never looked back,” he explains. “One

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At age 39, Chip retired from Hollywood in search of refining his craft. He began taking

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Creative Logistics

A MANHATTAN BEACH HOMEOWNER HAD A VISION FOR HER FAMILY’S OUTDOOR SPACE. FAIR STUDIO HELPED HER MAKE IT A REALITY. WRITTEN BY AMBER KLINCK | PHOTOGRAPHED BY SHANE O’DONNELL

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n an oversized lot nestled on the corner

palms and a thoughtful selection of tropical green-

of a quiet Manhattan Beach cul-de-sac,

ery, providing a sense of privacy without blocking

Patricia van Hanswijck de Jonge and her

the light. “I wanted to transform the pool area into

husband, Peter Johnstone, found their

a light, fresh [space] with lots of tropical plants

new home. With plenty of outdoor space, the

and a streamlined, modern-yet-organic feel,”

possibilities were endless when it came to creating

Patricia says.

a true oasis for the family of five. But they had a lot of work ahead of them.

“The house was heavy in Spanish features when

Spanish style house, the trick was to implement

says. “Saltillo tiles covered all the floor areas inside

materials that felt modern but timeless.”

The family ditched the Saltillo tile in exchange

The dark blue hues and dense vegetation sur-

for hardwood floors throughout the interior and

rounding the pool extinguished the natural light.

limestone by the pool. “We chose limestone for its

“It was very dark,” she notes. “Like a pond.”

clean and modern aesthetic,” Patricia says. “It’s a

But the potential was clear of what the space

natural stone and feels so lovely on bare feet.”

could be, and Patricia had a plan. Kelsey Fair, lead

Patricia and Peter opted to add a large bar

designer and cofounder of Fair Studio, helped her

and seating area off the pool. “My husband is an

bring that plan to fruition. “Patricia is extremely

Aussie and loves his barbecue,” Patricia shares.

creative,” Kelsey says. “Clean lines, a tropical

“And we love entertaining, so this was a must. We

palette and character were all operative words we

used black-and-white encaustic tiles to add some

built the design around.”

funk to the bar.”

Large overgrown trees were replaced with

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coastal modern,” Kelsey points out. “With a

we first bought it about six years ago,” Patricia and out.”

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All the while, the team kept in mind the home’s Spanish architectural roots. “Patricia’s style is

The whole space is a vibe: serene yet playful.

The whole space is a vibe: serene yet playful. It’s equally as ideal for relaxing with a book as it is for hosting friends and watching the kids splash around in the pool.

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It’s equally as ideal for relaxing with a book as it is

elegant maisons de maître are covered in these

for hosting friends and watching the kids splash

tiles—antique ones of course.”

around in the pool.

Living in France and Switzerland prior to

Inspiration can come from anywhere, whether

moving to Manhattan Beach no doubt influenced

or not you’re aware of it. For Patricia, it wasn’t until

Patricia’s design choices throughout the prop-

after the pool renovation was complete that she

erty. “Integrating the patterned cement tile in

noticed the space shared a similar aesthetic to a

the courtyard changed the entire feeling of how

famous print she’s owned for roughly 20 years.

you are welcomed and entertained in the home,”

“I only realized later that I was clearly inspired

by Slim Aarons, the 1970s American photographer

Kelsey points out.

These decisions can make a huge impact on

who captured lifestyles of the rich and famous.

the overall project—much like the right material

One of his most popular images, Poolside Gossip,

choices can make or break a desired aesthetic.

hangs in our living room and features the pool of

“Kelsey helped turn my vision into a reality,”

the iconic Palm Springs Kaufmann Desert House

Patricia says. “She helped with the execution and

designed by the legendary architect Richard

the selection of the right materials. If you have

Neutra. I have always loved clean and simple lines;

never designed an outdoor space, you just have

they are timeless.”

no clue about materials and you need someone to

The pool area makes a statement, but the main

help you with that.”

focal point of the home is the courtyard. “The

Transforming their home into what it is today

courtyard is a space unto itself. It’s the center

was a major project—one the Johnstone family

of the house; you can see it wherever you are,”

did piece by piece. Every thoughtful decision

Patricia says. “I wanted to transform the courtyard

made their home more uniquely theirs—a reflec-

into a green oasis. We chose black-and-white

tion of their taste and lifestyle. Nothing compares

encaustic tiles for the flooring to tie the courtyard

to a home that showcases the personal choices

in with the bar area. I fell in love with them during

of its residents. ¢

our stay in France, where the floors of the old

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A WARM WELCOME PALM SPRINGS DESIGNER MICHELLE BOUDREAU TAKES CUES FROM THE DESERT FOR A POOL HOUSE TURNED GUEST CASITA. WRITTEN BY JENNIE NUNN PHOTOGRAPHED BY CK SHOWHOUSE PHOTOGRAPHY

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MICHELLE’S DESIGN HACKS Check Your Surroundings Palm Springs—once a preferred hideaway for

“Ensure that the colors work

Hollywood’s elite set, from Elvis Presley to Marilyn

with the environment.”

Monroe—is home to some of the finest examples of mid-century architecture and design. At the

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“Study the light from dusk to

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dawn. Sunlight varies in warm

she transformed into a cheery private casita and

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guest suite.

ent locations, making colors

“It was dated and untouched,” explains Michelle.

appear differently.”

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“If you are using multiple

door lifestyle in privacy. They envisioned colors

colors, ensure that they work

that reflected the essence of Palm Springs.”

nicely together. I stay away

Playing off colors found in the natural des-

from jarring and bright colors

ert surroundings, Michelle appointed the space

in a home since that is a sanc-

with greens, blues, pinks and even black. “I was

tuary of happiness and calm.

inspired by the lush landscaping of the prop-

There are no rules with color.

erty,” she recounts, “the variations of the green

It is a nice way to express your

palms and plants, and the dusty pinks of the

personality and an easy way to

surrounding succulents and warm tones of the

reinvigorate a space.”

desert mountain sunsets that can be viewed from

“I WAS INSPIRED BY THE LUSH LANDSCAPING OF THE PROPERTY, THE VARIATIONS OF THE GREEN PALMS AND PLANTS, AND THE DUSTY PINKS OF THE SURROUNDING SUCCULENTS AND WARM TONES OF THE DESERT MOUNTAIN SUNSETS THAT CAN BE VIEWED FROM THE FLOOR-TOCEILING WINDOWS.”

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the floor-to-ceiling windows. Black brings in a contrasting edge. I wanted the color palette to be refreshing and inspiring as well as calming and comfortable.”

Michelle added a unique twist on an ordinary medium. “One of the details I pulled through the design was inspired by the original pegboard material,” she says. “I updated this element by creating large perforations in the woodwork to nod to the prior detail for a modern update.”

She designated space for a kitchenette using a perforated wood decorative screen panel. A banquette upholstered in soft velvet added hints of glamour and sophistication.

To maximize space and function, Michelle removed the door access from the main house to expand the bathroom and added a floor-to-ceiling glass slider as a private entrance for guests. She repeated patterns to make the space cohesive. “I pulled the round element of the perforated panels into the dimensional shape of the tile in the bathroom,” she explains.

Michelle says of the renovation, “I love that I have been able to keep the integrity of the original mid-century architectural details and shapes and use them in a new, updated way.” ¢

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nce their last child moved away to attend college, longtime Palos Verdes residents Rajiv and Archana Shah were ready for a fresh begin-

ning in a new home. “We had lived in Palos Verdes for 20+ years and had no desire to leave,” explains Rajiv. “We enjoy the sense of community in Palos Verdes, the proximity to the ocean, the climate and the air quality.”

They found the ideal lot in Palos Verdes Estates containing a single-family residence built in 1957.

It boasts expansive views of the Santa Monica Bay and Queen’s Necklace from Redondo Beach to Malibu. The couple knew they wanted to start anew and make it their own.

“It was old, and the floor plan was small. It made more sense from both a design and fiscal perspective to rebuild,” Rajiv says. “We wanted a contemporary home that would maximize the view.

Because family is very important to us, it needed to feel like a family home. We envisioned casual elegance that was warm and welcoming to family and friends. Archana is an artist, which influenced our vision of creating a more neutral palette that would showcase the art and furnishings.”

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an open floor plan, and modern furniture, light-

beams in the kitchen], and it’s evolving to today’s

ing and accessories. At the recommendation of

time. We’re still going to have a lot of traditional

a friend, they tapped Los Angeles architect and

elements, but we’ll pare it down so we’re mod-

interior designer May Sung, AIA, of SUBU Design

ernizing the interior. We can still play with a lot of

Architecture.

drama in terms of fixtures and color,’” shares May.

“We appreciated May’s unique ability to

current needs, they didn’t want to compromise

design,” says Rajiv, who also viewed May’s portfo-

on sophistication or functionality. “They said, ‘We

lio on Houzz. “That is what convinced us she could

are downsizing but upgrading,’” explains May.

make our vision for our home a reality.”

“They wanted a modern, lush interior where they

May, who typically designs both architecture

would be able to use silk, velvet, mohair and luxury

and interiors, was tasked with modernizing the

materials. They were drawn to European brands

existing space. She needed to blend Rajiv and

like Minotti [for the living room, primary bedroom

Archana’s styles and incorporate rich colors from

and library furniture], Dedon exterior furniture and

their Indian heritage—such as red and saffron—as

Bocci light fixtures.”

well as personal artwork and collected pieces. “I’m

In the living room, May outfitted the space with

calling it ‘PV-terranean” because stylistically Palos

a custom stone fireplace mantle and surround by

Verdes has developed a unique Mediterranean

Impression in Torrance; an Andersen sectional sofa

aesthetic,” says May.

and Song coffee table from Minotti; a colorful oil-

Some of the elements she added to the exterior

couple purchased from a sculptor on one of their

lanterns. “Because it’s so traditional on the outside,

trips to India.

villa that you inherited [with a coffered ceiling and

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include a mahogany wood door and modern I said to them, ‘Think about this as a European

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Although the couple was scaling down for their

integrate the architecture with the interior

“Spirituality is important to us, and we wanted a place for a statue of Ganesha [a Hindu deity]

“I always believe you need to bring your client’s personality and their story. There are a lot of subtleties in each room. It works together.”

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and Buddha,” says Rajiv. “We also wanted spaces to display Archana’s artwork,” which was a central component of the design.

“Her artwork rotates,” points out May, “and it’s almost like she’s painting for the house and creating art depending on the mood. I always believe you need to bring your client’s personality and their story. There are a lot of subtleties in each room. It works together.”

Moments of refined bling, personal touches and drama are woven throughout the home. In the dining room there’s a custom table with sculptural legs that Archana had made in India, a framed tapestry from India and light mocha-hued dining chairs by Minotti. The kitchen is home to a bronze mirror-wrapped hood, Aston counter stools by Minotti and a molten glass branch-like “16” chandelier by Bocci. The primary bedroom features a Creed bed and Leslie armchair by Minotti and a playful Bocci “87” pendant recalling squiggly noodles or stretched pasta.

But the space with deliberate wow factor is the powder room, with floor-to-ceiling antique mirrored tiles procured in India, a custom leather Nero Marquina vanity, and an “84” Bocci handblown glass pendant with copper mesh baskets that casts a rose-hued glow. “It’s very different than the other rooms in the house,” says May. “I always like the idea of the powder room as an element of surprise.”

The completed design—replete with a putting green, living wall and cozy but modern outdoor living room with a fireplace for nightly sunset viewing—has surpassed their expectations. “I love how much drama there is and how we were able to create their vision and maintain the integrity of the traditional elements,” adds May. “They love it, and they tell me their kids love it too. They actually think it’s cool now to come home.” ¢

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FROM TUSCAN TO TIMELESS This Mediterranean-style home checked all of the boxes. It had great bones, was in a great location and had tons of natural light. The problem is that it was built in an old-world style, so the finishes made it feel dark. We touched virtually every inch of this home, but one of the biggest transformations was in the kitchen where we refinished the stained cabinetry, replaced travertine floors and removed the dark brown tile that was literally everywhere—even on the range hood. We didn’t want to make the home something it wasn’t, so we honored the original architecture but aimed to create a fresher, brighter and more updated version of the home’s former self.

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G I V E BAC K

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“YOU REALIZE WHAT YOU’RE DOING IS CHANGING THE TRAJECTORY OF THEIR LIVES. YOU BECOME TRANSFORMED ALONG WITH THE FAMILY RECEIVING A HOME.”

As executive director of entertainment advertising

he’d ever done: build a home for a family in need

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in Mexico. Dick looked her in the eye and said, “I

Elmore Miles knows how to rock the latest fashion

want you to promise me you’re going to take your

trends on the red carpet. But in truth, she’s most

family and you’re going to build a home.”

comfortable in a pair of jeans with a paintbrush in her hand, building homes in Mexico.

her to Mexico and build a home during a weekend

With A Mission, an international service-based

in July. Then she reached out to the Youth With A

community, when she was 18. From a Youth With

Mission ministry Homes of Hope.

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Though Homes of Hope was the parent organi-

in the Tenderloin neighborhood of San Francisco

zation, Chrissy’s team needed a name. After a long

and felt called to serve there.

night of brainstorming, a dear friend suggested

“I thought I was gonna live and die there,” she says. At that time in the ’90s, the area was home to several Cambodian refugees who lived in

Miles of Hope, “because what if this goes on for miles and miles?”

At the time, they had no idea they would

extreme poverty. She and a couple of her compan-

go back for a second summer. The initial build

ions ran after-school programs for teenagers to

in 2012 started with just one house. The only

keep them off the streets, such as hip-hop classes,

requirement to join is a desire to serve others.

tutoring and Friday night Bible studies.

Their community has grown so much that they

“When you’re confidently walking in what you feel you’re supposed to be doing with your life, fear disappears.”

Eventually, Chrissy left San Francisco to attend the University of Nations and later moved to the South Bay. Little did she know how important the work she had done would be to her future.

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assemble a team of South Bay families to go with

Chrissy first became acquainted with Youth

“We were doing something,” Chrissy adds.

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How could she say no? Chrissy worked to

build five houses per summer, for a total of more than 35 houses in 11 years.

“You realize what you’re doing is changing the trajectory of their lives,” Chrissy says, “You become transformed along with the family receiving a home.”

The transformation is instant. In parts of Tijuana the million-dollar ocean view is the same, but the

Through her work in the Tenderloin, Chrissy

homes are drastically different. Though residents

became acquainted with Dick and Pat Eachus—

own the land, they often live in cardboard struc-

leaders of the Youth With A Mission San Francisco

tures with dirt floors. Most are families of five or

base. Years later she received the news that Dick

more living on $60 USD a week.

was dying of throat cancer. Chrissy, now with

“We make it a point on the very first day to

a husband and two kids, took the trip to San

unpack as much of this family’s story as we can,”

Francisco to see him one last time.

Chrissy says. Last year one of the family’s daugh-

“He knew me very well. He knew what he was

ters had cancer. Three times a week, the family

doing,” Chrissy says, laughing. During the dinner,

would walk 30 minutes to the bus stop just so

Dick told Chrissy about the most impactful thing

they could get her chemo treatments. In the Miles

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of Hope budget, there was enough money to purchase the family a car.

Working alongside the families to build the home, the South Bay kids on the team are also significantly impacted. The children form friendships with the kids whose houses they are building. In between moments of painting walls and hammering roofs, you’ll find kids who come from two different worlds bonding over the universal language of soccer.

“Those relationships have been transformative for them,” Chrissy says. The children on the inaugural builds are teenagers now and have started a club at Mira Costa High School to fund the home builds: Mustangs of Hope.

Many consider having a place to call home a human right. “In the course of a weekend, we take these families from floor-level poverty into the middle class,” Chrissy says. “There’s a place for them to sleep at night and dream about the future.”

The organization lives up to its name. The hope it gives these families will go on for miles and miles. ¢

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The Horowitz family has the right idea. We live in Southern California; this is how we should all utilize our backyards.

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D E S I G N ER ’ S C H O I C E

ON THE TOWN EDITED BY JENNIE NUNN

When she’s not in her studio or on-site working on retail, residential and landscape projects in Manhattan Beach, Playa Vista and beyond, El Segundo–based interior designer Julia Newman—owner and head designer of Julia Adele Design—shares her local go-to design resources and places to recharge and reset.

EATS Le Pain Quotidien in Manhattan Beach has the best gluten-free bread: the super seed bread. I pair this with a cup of hot lemon and ginger tea. I also love weekend brunch at Café Wild, where I can sit by the beach and enjoy their traditional full English breakfast.

Main Street in El Segundo also has great options. Chef Hannes Restaurant has an ever-changing menu, and I also love the new Brazilian spot Tapizôn. I highly

WELLNESS I go weekly to Pilates on Main and work with Niccole and Ellena. I swear by them. I feel like I undo all the stress of the week. On weekends, I like taking the dogs to the Ranch Trail in Palos Verdes—you really notice the season changes there—and the sand dunes in El Segundo. And Terranea Resort in Palos Verdes is gorgeous. The spa and the pool have incredible views of the ocean. I tend to draw inspiration from nature, so I gravitate toward local parks, beaches and hiking trails.

I like the lymphatic drainage massages at Touch Institute Los Angeles. Trilogy Spa in Manhattan Beach also has fabulous services and ambience.

SHOPPING I adore cooking for friends, and over time I have made a list of cookbooks from {pages} a bookstore that I like to gift including Plenty by Yotam Ottolenghi and Sababa: Fresh, Sunny Flavors From My Israeli Kitchen by Adeena Sussman. And the Kai Skylight candle from Tabula Rasa is always a hit.

Lightopia is fantastic. Lighting design is my weakness. The Cambre Linear chandelier by Kelly Wearstler for Visual Comfort Studio is one of my favorites. I love it because it encapsulates that transitional style so perfectly—not quite traditional nor modern … somewhere in between. I also like the Melt pendant in gold by Tom Dixon. The color and shape just glow whether the light is on or off.

I absolutely love The Beautiful Bed Company and their Harriett Spindle bed and the Gwendoline Spindle bed for kids rooms. They have stunning designs as well as custom builds. The beds have a traditional feel in great colors. ¢

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hen it came time to find their family home in Redondo Beach, homeowners Chris and Jennifer Scanlan were laser-focused on

a very specific street. “We lived just two streets over and always said if something opened up on Avenue A, we would jump at it,” explains Chris.

“We had always loved Avenues A, B and C—but A in particular. We loved how the street would have a party for the holidays [Fourth of July and Halloween] and wanted to be a part of that. It’s a great walking street with less through traffic and wonderful neighbors.”

Later, when a house finally came up for sale on Avenue A, they knew they had to have it even though it didn’t quite fulfill all their needs. “We looked at existing homes and didn’t find anything that suited our family,” recalls Chris. “So we bought the lot and decided to build new.”

After admiring a home in Manhattan Beach’s Tree Section done by Tyler Krikorian of Krikorian Construction and interior designer Noelle Isbell of Noelle Interiors, they hired them to design their own dream home for their two sons and two cats, Socks and Gizmo.

“We travel to Kauai a lot and have always loved the look and style of island homes,” says Chris.

“We would stay in Hanalei Bay every summer since the boys were born and wanted a home that had a laid-back island feel—not like a museum. We knew it needed to be rugged and livable with style, where we could get sand on the floor and have indoor-outdoor living spaces come together.”

The 5,203-square-foot, five-bedroom, fivebath home was designed by Douglas J. Leach of Douglas Leach Architecture in Redondo Beach and landscape architect Rob Jones of Jones Landscapes. The Scanlans knew they wanted their new home to include a few key elements: a lush, resort-like backyard with plenty of space for guests; dedicated office space; and a fully finished basement with a game area, TV lounge, wine room and gym.

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“The kitchen is one of my favorite spaces because this is where family and friends all come together.”

“I wanted a basement to take advantage of the land and have more livable space for ‘fun areas’ in the home,” says Chris. “And we wanted the backyard to feel like an escape to a tropical paradise.”

After initially meeting with Chris and Jennifer, Noelle devised a plan replete with inspiration from the architecture and careful consideration of their lifestyle. “They wanted a coastal farmhouse vibe with a clean palette, and they were really open and allowed us to get creative,” says Noelle. “They wanted to create a home that allowed their kids to grow and have happy memories. We focused on organized storage and durable finishes since they have two boys. They have a lot of friends and enjoy entertaining. We detailed every inch with our heart and soul to create a joyful energy that

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is carried throughout the home. There are layers of wood trim moldings, wallpaper accents, decorative fixtures, handmade tiles, custom furnishings and window treatments. Every detail was implemented with intention to be there.”

To set the tone of the front porch, Noelle chose a playful, graphic, blue-and-white Cement Arc concrete tile by Clé. “It was about engaging guests as they come in,” she says. “We arranged the tile to create a pattern that resembled birds. I love creating an organic influence and happy energy.”

In the entry she continued the same tile on the floor and designed a custom credenza flanked by a pair of Fiona large table lamps by Thomas O’Brien for Visual Comfort. She also added a woven wallpaper, Chevron Chic by Phillip Jeffries, and a large-scale photograph entitled Under MB Pier II by Hermosa Beach photographer Brent Broza of Broza Photo.

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“We love this piece,” says Chris. “The artwork really frames the entry and provides depth and color.”

come together,” Noelle says. “I wanted to achieve

also have a cat door and knew how easy it was to

an inspiring space to enjoy every day.”

create,” she says. “It’s a charming touch.”

Every detail of the design was precisely exe-

The laundry room is appointed with Oh Joy! pin-

The serene, primary bedroom adjacent to an

cuted. The kitchen is lined with a 10-foot soft blue

wheel tiles by Clé. Turquoise-hued cabinets include

outdoor veranda is another design highlight with a

island with an “X” design as a wink to the coastal

a designated cubby with a cat door that serves as a

Noelle Interiors custom bed, nightstand and swivel

farmhouse style. “The kitchen is one of my favorite

concealed storage space for the litter box—a design

chair. The fireplace is clad in floor-to-ceiling MADE

spaces because this is where family and friends all

feature Noelle borrowed from her own home. “I

Modern field tiles by Ann Sacks. “I think the tile

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was interesting to us at first, but we stuck with it and love it,” says Chris.

and we would select from her narrowed options.”

“We would not change anything,” says Chris.

The backyard is another family hub with a bar

“Every day we live in the home it feels so bright,

He adds: “Everyone who sees the home com-

wrapped in a wave-like patterned concrete tile

open and homey. It’s extremely livable, and the

ments on the interesting design. Noelle did a great

(Gem Elope by Kelly Wearstler); hand-forged

indoor-outdoor spaces flowing together are real

job narrowing down options, and we could choose

light fixtures by The Urban Electric Co.; a grilling

assets since we love being outside. The backyard

from a small sample of two or three choices. She

station; a TV for sports-viewing parties; and an

is an oasis.” ¢

pretty much had full reign to run with her creativity,

outdoor fireplace and seating area.

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means having open communication at all times.

Our client, alongside the talented LaneyLA

My favorite process is picking our partners who

team, envisioned a home that would take full

get to work with our clients: the designer, archi-

advantage of the surrounding elements. Natural

tect and consultants. This process shapes the

lighting, the South Bay beach air and unlimited

style of the home along with any fun details we

sunsets are welcome throughout every level.

want to include.

WHAT UNEXPECTED FEATURES DO YOU

TELL US ABOUT YOUR TEAM.

LIKE TO ADD TO BATHROOMS?

I proudly stand by our team. They have a bal-

Doors are incredibly underrated and under-

anced combination of talent and creativity.

utilized inside a master bathroom. A lot of our

Something that often surprises people is that

homeowners have early-morning meetings and/

80% of our team is female. I handpick our team—

or drives. Usually these mornings begin by step-

from project manager to social media/creative.

ping into their master bathroom. Although the

I believe that a mix of hard work and ambition

master bath usually has a wall or something that

goes a long way. You can be yellow/blue, male/

separates their sleeping area, noise will still travel

female, even cat/dog—I will always look at your

and run the risk of waking their significant other.

work ethic over everything else.

all parties in the room. Who doesn’t love starting

WHAT CONSIDERATIONS DO YOU MAKE

the day in a good mood?

FOR YOUR CLIENTS’ PETS? Pets are important; pets are family. Many of our

WHAT SETS YOUR FIRM APART?

team members have pets at home. I have a pup

Our process. We are with our clients from con-

named Bruce. Understanding that our pets need

cept to land acquisition, design and comple-

to be taken into consideration is very important.

tion, as well as ongoing maintenance for years

Keeping a home pet-friendly is almost the same

to come. No one in our area is doing anything

as kiddy-proofing. We custom cut and install

like this.

doggy doors to our homeowners’ liking. Plus we offer alternatives, such as air-sealed entries or

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WHAT KEEPS YOU MOTIVATED?

doggy smart doors. Our beautiful beach house

Easy: our clients. Every client has a different vi-

in Hermosa, pictured here, is very dog-friendly.

sion of their dream home. We love bringing that

The owners specifically requested custom doggy

to life for them. We pride ourselves on having

gates on each floor to allow their furry ones to

a close relationship with our clients, and that

comfortably settle in.

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Adding something as simple as a door benefits

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MOLLY LEE INTERIOR DESIGN Molly Lee 4117 Via Solano, Palos Verdes Estates 310-505-2639 molly@mollyleeinteriordesign.com mollyleeinteriordesign.com @mollyleeinteriordesign

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fireplaces, pizza ovens, good lighting and plants.

This is our home that we have lived in for five

It should feel just as cozy as the interior of your

years. We have done pretty extensive work

home, whether it’s your balcony overlooking the

throughout. I was able to experiment, have fun

ocean or your expansive yard with a pool. Size

and let my true self come through in my design.

doesn’t matter.

It’s laid-back yet polished and fits our family perfectly. I love using my own space as a platform to

WHAT DO PEOPLE TEND TO NEGLECT IN

explore and push the envelope. No rules here—

THEIR HOMES?

that’s where the magic happens!

Lighting. Sounds weird, but think about when you approach a house and the lighting is per-

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fect—the trees in the yard are up-lit, the art is

Listening is key. I like to have a discussion about

highlighted properly, the stairs are backlit, there

what elements attracted clients to their house

are outdoor sconces. They all play a huge part

in the first place, and then I make sure those are

in completing the package of your home. It can

highlighted and utilized. Often it’s as simple as

be pricey, so remember that when creating a

showing clients different ways to lay out a room

budget. Great lighting is not something that

that they may have never previously considered.

jumps out at you; it’s more of a feeling. It’s worth

Your home has to be livable, but I also believe in

the cost to have a beautiful lighting design and

having nice things. Those two ideas can coexist.

fantastic fixtures.

throw a ton of patterns and layer multiple tex-

ASIDE FROM DESIGNING HOMES, WHAT

tures in a minimalistic house—although maybe I

BRINGS YOU JOY?

encourage them to do window treatments in an

My 8-year-old son, Charlie, my husband, Eric,

interesting color, or some tasteful wallpaper in a

and having friends and family that live around

bathroom. Minimal doesn’t have to mean boring.

the corner. I love animals and have two dogs, Rick and Stan, and a horse, Hugo. Being around

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animals grounds me; it is my favorite thing to

This is the perfect climate to think of your out-

quiet my mind. Life is a balancing act, so I try to

door space as an extension of your inside living

remember that as I’m juggling baseball equip-

area. Coordinate your outdoor furniture with

ment, fabric samples and a dog or two. I’m very

what is happening inside, choose performance

grateful for the life I have cultivated and hope

fabric and liven up the space. Add rugs, fire pits/

that reflects in the way I live each day.

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I love pattern and color, but I’m not going to

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C&C PARTNERS DESIGN BUILD Patrick Cunningham, AIA, & Michael Cunningham, GC 508 N. Pacific Coast Hwy., Redondo Beach 310-322-0803 info@candcpartners.com candcpartners.com @candcpartners

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homes in Los Angeles’ most established and

After 20 years of living on an ocean-facing

exclusive neighborhoods—from Palos Verdes

property with no direct ocean views, it was time

and the South Bay to Beverly Hills.

for a change to the existing home of our clients.

Brothers Patrick and Michael founded C&C

With the challenges of the city ordinance

Partners in 1987, forming a family-oriented,

height regulations and the intent to completely

residential design-build partnership that can

recreate the journey up to the residence,

take a project from concept to completion

the design team—Patrick Cunningham, AIA,

entirely in-house. This guarantees a seamless

Josette Murphy, founder of About:Space, and

transition from the initial design to final

landscape designer Jim Matsuo—identified how

construction of your custom dream home! All

to transform this home into a uniquely beautiful

our team members understand their role, which

yet functional open home. By mixing pitched

is to optimize each homeowner’s experience

and flat roofs, interior vaulted ceilings added to

and produce a one-of-a-kind home that truly

the experience of space.

manifests your unique vision.

home, built by Michael Cunningham, GC, has

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a semisubterranean attached two-car garage.

Like the cliché, we can talk about family and

The main level that serves as the primary living

our team in the same sentence. Our C&C

quarters features an open-concept great room

Partners team is next level. Each individual

that interfaces with the front and backyard

plays a significant role in the process of

via vanishing sliding doors. The home also

designing and building custom homes. We

includes a primary suite, guest room, two home

have been fortunate to have people working

offices and laundry room, with custom millwork

with us for 30+ years, and those who have

designed by Boudreau Construction.

recently connected with us fit right in! From architects and project managers to estimators

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and supervisors, we have one fun, hardworking

C&C Partners Design Build is your custom

bunch. When our conference table is not full

home concierge. We are an elevated version

of plans or trace paper, you can find us sitting

of the one-stop shop. C&C is the preferred

together enjoying some charcuterie and

architectural/construction firm for custom

cheers-ing to another good week!

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This 3,500-square-foot transitional-style

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WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE SOURCES OF

Located a few blocks from the Hermosa Beach

INSPIRATION IN YOUR WORK?

Strand, this modern custom home sits on a

We draw our inspiration from our passion for

moderate-sized lot previously occupied by a

architecture, travel, innovation and culture. As

duplex. Understanding the challenges in dealing

architects and designers, we are fortunate to be

with zoning restrictions and the Coastal Commis-

able to exercise our creativity on a daily basis.

sion, the clients decided to completely demol-

We educate our clients while also encouraging

ish the existing structure and build their forever

them to share their ideas—which enables us to

home from the ground up. The floating staircase,

create a product that truly exceeds their expec-

centrally located and adjacent to the main entry,

tations and expresses their desires. Balancing

allows for a subtle separation of the kitchen and

creativity and analysis is a significant process

dining areas from the family room while offering

of every design. The journey of developing and

an open floor plan. The main living area, which

selecting the right design identity for each client

includes high ceilings and a beautiful sliding

requires a series of design studies—from hand

track door that disappears into a pocket, creates

sketches to 3D modeling.

an indoor-outdoor experience where they can enjoy the ocean view.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE FEATURE TO A home office used to mean that you simply

Novum Architecture, Inc. is a boutique architec-

turn a bedroom into an office and call it a day.

ture firm dedicated to creating the best innova-

And maybe in some cases that still applies.

tive yet practical, cost-effective design. We’ve

However, now that more folks are working from

developed a multidisciplinary team ready to

home, really understanding the elements of

take on projects of any shape, size or style. Our

design and incorporating them into a functional

success is based on the long-term relationships

space where you can be comfortable, produc-

we have built with our clients, developers, con-

tive and professional at the same time is key.

tractors and professional consultants. We take

That might mean that a ground-level office with

pride in the detailing that comes with design.

much natural light and ventilation opens into a

We use the latest 3D software, which allows our

courtyard or zen garden that creates fluidity and

clients to truly understand the relationships be-

productivity while you’re working from home—

tween the structure and spaces and how they

not to mention an awesome background during

work together to allow for a more fluid design.

online meetings.

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MAISON LUXE Carrie Quinn 138 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach 310-372-5552 sales@maisonluxehome.com maisonluxehome.com IG: @MaisonLuxeHB FB: @MaisonLuxe

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WHAT OUTDOOR ELEMENTS ARE POPULAR?

We had the pleasure of designing our client’s

Our customers are loving our outdoor rugs and

beachfront home in Hermosa Beach. He

fabrics for the exterior spaces of their homes.

requested a comfortable, casual design that

We have a great selection of rugs that come in

incorporates natural textures and stone. We used

many styles, shapes and prints and are a great

a contemporary coastal palette of stone, white-

outdoor accessory. Our vendors are consistently

oak wood floors and bright white walls. The main

creating great outdoor fabrics that are versatile

living space is cozy with a fireplace, coffered ceil-

and loved by clients.

ing and panoramic ocean views complemented by natural elements: an antique elmwood sofa

WHAT ARE SOME ACCESSORIES YOU’RE

table, iron mirrors and hammered copper lamp.

LEANING TOWARD THIS YEAR?

Beautiful, unique textiles were used in various

We love the accessories for sale in our store.

corners of the home, from custom pillows to

One of our specialties is faux plants—perfect

woven rugs. The wood surfboard is a custom

for brightening up a space. They pair perfectly

piece created by a local shaper, and the paint-

with our wide selection of planters. We have

ing above the seating area is a one-of-a-kind,

faux branches that can be added to any room to

ink-and-gouache drawing that ties together the

spruce up the area while being low maintenance

contemporary elements of the home. The velvet

and bringing outdoor elements inside a home.

swivel chairs are a standout, luxurious touch.

We have lots of organic wood bowls and

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We also carry a wide range of simple but stun-

Maison Luxe is a full-service interior design

ning glass vases, which add a touch of contem-

firm and gift store in Hermosa Beach. We have

porary to any home. There are so many great

served our South Bay clients for nearly 20 years.

options that fit everyone’s taste. Our store also

We offer complete design services from styling,

has handmade and organic pillows—a must for

staging and remodels to new construction. What

any home to give it a cozy, unique feel.

sets us apart is our retail store, where clients

While we have accessories for the home, we

enjoy our fabric library, sit on our furniture and

also offer stunning accessories for ourselves. We

upholstery, and purchase home accessories—

carry Julie Vos jewelry, made of imported semi-

from candles to throws. Stop by to hear about

precious stones, handset in 24k gold plate over

our design services, purchase a gift or say hello!

nickel-free brass and sealed to prevent tarnish.

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planters that are great to add a natural aesthetic.

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ARCHER BUILDING GROUP, INC. Ben Archer 707 Torrance Blvd. #100, Redondo Beach 310-602-1492 info@archerbuilding.com archerbuilding.com @archerbuilding

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specifications and plans. We often hear “you’re

This brand-new Spanish stunner is a very special

so organized!” from clients, and a lot of that has

project—we had trouble picking just four photos

to do with the way we can present information.

to share! Check out our Instagram for more.

It never takes the place of face-to-face contact,

We worked closely with Joseph Spierer Archi-

but it does streamline the process and make

tects and DISC Interiors to marry this modern

everything easy to find at the touch of a button.

California Spanish home with traditional charm.

We were involved in this project from day one

WHAT ARE CLIENTS LOOKING FOR WITH

of design. Because the client brought us into

HOME AUTOMATION?

the design process off the bat, we were able

The main components people are looking

to value-engineer this home—bringing costs in

to automate are lights, window treatments,

line with budget and allowing us to brainstorm

thermostat and TV/media. The most important

creative modes of construction and make the

feature is that it is user-friendly. There are a lot

project collaborative from the start.

of comprehensive systems out there that are

This home has some unique qualities that made it extra fun to build. We used reclaimed

becoming standard installations for most of our new homes.

out the living spaces and tons of archways to

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add traditional style and warmth. The stackable

COLLABORATION.

Kolbe doors that lead to the logia, casita and

It’s absolutely invaluable! The components of

pool area take advantage of south-facing natural

your building team are like parts of a body, and

light. Our craftsmanship is in the details: seam-

we each do our part to make the whole project

less transitions between floor styles, different

work. Creating a solid team that works well to-

design materials melded together, and custom

gether is the most important part of a successful

finish work and cabinetry throughout. To top it

project. Our favorite projects are those where we

off, our clients were a joy to work with!

are involved for months prior to the first hammer being swung. We offer input to the owner and

HOW DO YOU HELP CLIENTS STAY UPDATED?

design team on the cost and constructability of

I’ve always wanted to say this: We have an app

a project during the design phase in order to en-

for that! We invested early on in a personal-

sure that expectations are set properly and then

ized cloud-based app that provides real-time

met. In turn, we also invite the design team out to

updates to clients for all aspects of their projects:

the project site regularly during construction to

budgets, photos, billing, schedules, changes,

ensure the vision is being met.

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beams and tongue-and-groove ceilings through-

DESIGN SHOWCASES 2023

REANEY DESIGN COMPANY Mary Hocking 121 6th St., Manhattan Beach 310-344-6062 info@reaney-design.com reaney-design.com @reaneydesigncom

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them with the client’s practical use and aesthetic

The homeowners of this project are longtime

pleasure in mind. We have great relationships

clients and dear friends. We have collaborated

with architects, builders and contractors.

on many projects including second homes in Washington, D.C. and Denver.

Though every room in the house was

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touched, the kitchen/family room remodel was

Currently we are working on an apartment in

the most impactful. The formal dining room wall

New York City, a large condo on Ocean Avenue

was removed, enlarging the kitchen to include a

in Santa Monica, two kitchens, and homes in

welcoming, well-stocked bar and casual din-

Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach and Palos

ing area. The breakfast nook was turned into

Verdes. We have a major remodel in Palm

a baking station with its own sink, dishwasher

Springs in the planning stages. All but two of

and ovens. Windows were relocated or re-

these projects are for clients we have worked

moved completely to allow the kitchen to be

with many times over the years.

centered around a simple hood and dramatic book-matched stone wall. The island includes a

DO YOU LIKE TO MIX VINTAGE FINDS WITH

raised bar and a social corner sink—which allows

NEWER ITEMS?

two cooks to prep together, thus the name. The

Our style always first reflects our clients’ aesthet-

kitchen is the soul and gathering place of our

ics, tastes and lifestyles. Our website shows a

homes, and this kitchen is all about gathering.

variety of our projects. Whether classic, coastal personal pieces, incredible lighting and comfort-

Just like this featured project, we work with all

able, interesting furniture.

our clients to create interiors that are sophisticat-

It’s important to note that furniture is some-

ed, unexpected, personal and timeless. Inspira-

times as collectible as art. When you buy a Knoll

tion comes from clients’ personalities, dreams

piece or a Hanz J. Wegner piece—new or vin-

and comfort as well as from the architecture of

tage—they become part of what you pass down

the buildings themselves. We like to work with

to the next generation. They are investments as

natural materials and modern, iconic and often

well as items that give you pleasure to live with

vintage elements, furniture and art. Each project

daily. Fine furniture is timeless. Art is timeless.

has its own unique feel but is similar in attention

We like to mix vintage treasures, art collections,

to detail and understated luxury. Kitchens and

beautiful objects, furniture and lighting to delight

bathrooms are one of our specialties; we design

and improve the quality of our clients’ lives.

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or mid-century, all include a creative mix of art, TELL US ABOUT YOUR FIRM.

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LANEY LA 725 Cypress Ave., Hermosa Beach 310-870-7175 yes@laney.la laney.la @LaneyLAinc

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of missing its soul. We think of it as an open hand

Recognized for its scalloped concrete walls,

and an open ear—one that lets go of authorship

this residence features concrete massings that

and pride and listens closely to the voices of

anchor every elevation. Like cliffs carved from

others who have valuable contributions to offer,

water, the scalloped walls are etched with the

regardless of their formal role.

faint grain of the formwork that shaped them.

In the case of this special project, we are

Through large, pocket doors and double-height

grateful for the many hands and voices that

spaces, there is a sense of expansion within as

made an impact in bringing to life every detail

the home unfolds into a landscaped, outdoor ter-

including the construction team at Silicon Bay,

race and pool. With its panoramic ocean views

the concrete craftsman at Dave Shaw Concrete

and echoes of that element within its walls, the

& Block, the doors and windows from Otiima,

architectural language of this structure speaks to

and the photography of Roger Davies. Every

a beauty shaped by the impermanent.

successful project is thanks to the summative work of many contributors. This project is no dif-

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ferent and all the better for it.

design studio driven by the conviction that great

WHAT ARE SOME OF THE MOST IMPACTFUL

architecture can inspire the best in humanity—

WAYS THAT ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN MAKES

moving those who experience it, shaping neigh-

A DIFFERENCE IN HOW WE LIVE?

borhoods and impacting the way we steward

Architecture, when it is at its best, is something

our environment. We specialize in residential,

that doesn’t just augment a lifestyle. Rather, it

commercial and interior design projects along

reveals the beauty in everyday moments. For

the West Coast and have a global roster of

example, one’s morning coffee ritual can be aug-

teammates from Canada to South Africa. Our

mented by a home’s orientation toward eastern

studio has been recognized by the 2022 AIA Los

light and western views. In every season and at

Angeles Residential Honor awards and the 2022

every time of day, there is a changing interplay of

Dezeen Longlist.

natural light and shadows on wood paneling and textured concrete that is timeless in beauty and

HOW DO YOU APPROACH COLLABORATION?

temporal in its elusiveness. These dynamics are

Generous collaboration is an intrinsic component

what transform a space and elevate a lifestyle in

of our process; it is at the core of our creativ-

a way that is difficult to put into words.

ity. Without it, a design may be elevated and an architectural process rigorous, but it runs the risk

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Laney LA is an award-winning architecture and

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RAS-A STUDIO 310-937-1760 | 2507 W. 190th St., Redondo Beach ras-a.studio | @ras_a.studio

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New deck areas and a pool are folded into

Nestled on a hillside overlooking Abalone

the entry sequence, creating a courtyard-

Cove in Rancho Palos Verdes is a modernist

like space that integrates into the hillside.

residence, originally built in 1964 by architect

Landscaping with native and regionally

Foster Rhodes Jackson—a protégé of

appropriate plants ties the home together with

Frank Lloyd Wright. The project brief was

the surrounding natural context.

to sensitively bring the home into the 21st century with a complete renovation and

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addition while preserving its architectural

We are a boutique design-build studio that

language and showcasing the home’s

believes in good design and getting our

incredible hillside perch overlooking the

hands dirty. With a multidisciplinary team

Pacific Ocean.

of architects, designers and contractors, we

the framework for the project, which consists of strategic interior and exterior interventions. Additional square footage was discretely added without changing the scale of the home. The kitchen was expanded, and a dining area was added by filling in an underutilized rear patio.

An existing crawl space was dug out and converted into habitable space, expanding

from conception through construction.

HOW DID YOU GET YOUR START? At a small architecture firm in Beverly Hills 20 years ago. Wanting to be closer to the beach, I then went on to work at Dean Nota Architect in Hermosa for about seven years before eventually branching out on my own.

the lower level living quarters. The previously

HOW MUCH OF YOUR JOB IS ACTUALLY SOLVING CLIENTS’ PROBLEMS?

compartmentalized upper level was opened

We look at every project as a problem to solve

up, maximizing the views of the Pacific.

and come up with a specific solution to that

Constrained by zoning height limitations,

problem. The end product is a holistic result

the existing low ceilings of the upper level are

deriving from the site (physical constraints,

punctured with a series of oversized skylight

existing structures, zoning, sunlight, etc.), the

wells, which add volume and natural light

client’s program, budget and the context or

throughout—they also act as quasi thermal

locale of the project.

chimneys, helping to passively cool the home.

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provide complete services—taking a project

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The original cubist form provides

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CAROLINE BURKE DESIGNS AND ASSOCIATES Caroline Burke 1020 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Suite #210 Manhattan Beach 310-546-6862 zuly@carolineburkedesigns.com carolineburkedesigns.com IG: @carolineburkedesigns FB: Caroline Burke Designs & Associates, Inc.

DESCRIBE THE PROJECT.

DO YOU LIKE TO MIX VINTAGE FINDS

We were given the opportunity to create an

WITH NEWER ITEMS?

amazing men’s grill for the prestigious Rolling

I love to mix vintage pieces with contemporary

Hills Country Club. We studied men’s lounges

upholstered furniture. The vintage pieces add a

and bars all over the world and worked with

history and a grounding element to the design.

several of the club’s members in order to

I love vintage art, rugs and wood furniture

create a space that is masculine, comfortable

pieces as well as accessories. The right balance

and works perfectly with the rest of the

of old and new creates perfection.

country club. This area will also have the ability to create a new income stream for the club. We

WHAT DO YOU ENJOY DURING YOUR

hear from the members that it is a great place

TIME OFF WORK?

in which to hang out.

When I am not working, I spend time with friends locally, and we rotate with dinner

Caroline Burke Designs has been designing

parties. My mother and sisters now live on the

beautiful, comfortable homes for 17 years. Our

Gulf Coast of Florida, so I try to spend most

office and studio are located in Manhattan

holidays there with my extended family. I travel

Beach. In general, most of our clients are in

whenever I get a break, as I am a huge believer

the area between Manhattan Beach and Palos

in learning about other cultures. I absolutely

Verdes. However in the last several years we

love to see architecture and interiors all over

have had clients who have convinced me to

the world. My daily life is fairly consumed with

work on homes out of the area. They have

interior design, but I do hope to take French

done extensive research on interior designers

classes this year to brush up on my language

and told us that the level of detail we provide is

skills. I also have a desire to understand French

what they want. These partnerships have been

and Italian wines better, so maybe some wine

working well as there is a mutual appreciation

tasting is on the horizon!

for detail and beautiful design quality.

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family and friends. I have a close group of TELL US ABOUT YOUR BUSINESS.

DESIGN SHOWCASES 2023

CC ZIPPERT DESIGN Christine Zippert 1700 S. Catalina Ave., Suite 203, Redondo Beach 310-483-9845 hello@cczippertdesign.com cczippertdesign.com @cczippertdesign

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more comfortable. Interior design is a constant

Our featured project showcases a moody

balance between beauty and function, and of

Spanish revival in Palos Verdes Estates nestled

course a little pixie dust for good measure.

in a eucalyptus grove and full of character. We wanted to create an escape that would transport

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our clients to a coastal Spanish town brimming

Our full-service studio works on everything from

with romance and relaxation. We drew inspira-

new construction to whole-home renovations to

tion from bright, sunny estates in Menorca and

furnishing and decoration. No matter the scope,

boutique hotels in coastal Spanish towns. The

we have a real passion for architectural and

palette makes the balconies feel like extensions

decorative arts history and the little details that

of the rooms and the nearby eucalyptus seem

make a home feel authentic. This passion shows

part of the design. We balanced the existing dark

up in the interior architecture we develop for

Spanish woods with playful greens and teals that

new homes as much as it does in the thoughtful

you would find in those coastal areas. Most of

sourcing we do for furnishing projects.

and mixed with vintage, antique and contempo-

WHAT HOME TREND ARE YOU LOVING?

rary artisan-made pieces that create a collected

Over the past many years there have been

look where historic charm and contemporary

trends toward slow living, and the pandemic

forms happily intermingle.

reinforced these ideas. The concept of slow furniture or slow architecture has been slower

HOW DOES INTERIOR DESIGN MAKE A

to be adopted because we’ve all gotten used to

DIFFERENCE IN THE WAY WE LIVE?

the price of fast furniture and the cost benefits of

As interior designers, we approach your home

mass production.

from the inside out. We put a lot of thought into

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Lately we’ve had more and more clients ask

how each space will be used, who will use it,

to take it slow and do it right—investing time

how it flows from one room to another, how to

to develop highly detailed interior architectural

maximize square footage. We also think about

drawings and opting for custom pieces perfectly

the emotional side of things: How do you want

suited to their space. One client recently asked

to feel when you walk into a space? Should it

us to change window and door specifications to

be calming, fun, beautiful, an escape? Defining

ensure their home wasn’t following the trend du

these questions helps us decide what rules we

jour. We were very happy to oblige. So perhaps

can break, where we can have some fun, and

our favorite trend in architecture/decoration is

how we can make a home feel bigger, better and

not following trends at all and just doing it right!

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the upholstery is custom-designed by our studio

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EDEN LA INTERIORS Jamie Roddy 1209 Manhattan Ave., Manhattan Beach 310-376-0033 edenLA@edenLA.com edenLA.com @edenlainteriors

DESCRIBE THE PROJECT.

WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE SOURCES OF

The clients bought this house just after we fin-

INSPIRATION IN YOUR WORK?

ished their last one! The wife was very trepida-

Our clients and their loves, quirks, stories and

tious because the architecture is very masculine,

histories are our #1 source of inspiration. I studied

early 2000s, and modern with multiple levels on

cultural anthropology at the graduate level, so

each floor and cherry wood/concrete accents.

infusing our clients’ personalities and perspec-

Her husband convinced her to go along with the

tives is an essential part of my process. Every hu-

move by saying, “But we have Jamie! She’ll make

man is beautifully unique, and their home should

it perfect for us!” And so we did—a full cosmetic

reflect that.

overhaul throughout, and now it’s a light and bright beach modern home for five. The family is

IN WHAT WAYS DO YOU THINK OUR HOMES

extremely happy there.

IMPACT OUR MENTAL HEALTH? In every conceivable way! Our homes are a

WHAT DO YOU WANT POTENTIAL CLIENTS TO

reflection of our mental states, and it works

KNOW ABOUT THE SERVICES YOU OFFER?

both ways: When a space is harmonious and

We offer full remodels or new construction

filled with only items that bring us joy, our mind

design, but we also take on smaller jobs. If you’re

is given free rein to follow suit. If your “sanctu-

wanting a primary bedroom overhaul or a guest

ary” doesn’t please you, it is more challenging to

bath redone, we can help. We’re taking on more

maintain a harmoniously joyful state of mind.

hospitality work these days, so hit us up for any restaurants, boutique hotels or fun businesses

HOW DOES YOUR BUSINESS GIVE BACK?

you’re working on.

Oh, we love giving back! We sponsor a baseball

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recently volunteered our time and resources

HOME AND GARDEN FEATURES.

to completely remodel the teachers lounge at

Hot tip: Plants have been our secret weapon

Hermosa Valley School, and now we’re doing

since we started EdenLA in 2009. If your place

the same for Robinson Elementary in Manhattan

needs a little life, bring a plant home. If you’ve

Beach. Our teachers deserve the love! Also,

got two black thumbs or travel constantly, hit

kind of a big deal: We’ve begun a collaboration

us up for the most realistic-looking silk plants.

with Mercy Beyond Borders, and 10% of all

Another great investment is water features in

our proceeds this year are going to their

outdoor spaces. I love the sound of running

initiatives to save girls from forced marriages

water to create a zen, calming environment for

in terribly impoverished areas. Look them up at

everyone in the family.

mercybeyondborders.org.

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team in the Hermosa Little League. We TELL US ABOUT SOME OF YOUR FAVORITE

DESIGN SHOWCASES 2023

KONNI TANAKA INTERIOR DESIGN Konni Tanaka 2325 Palos Verdes Dr. West, Suite 207 Palos Verdes Estates 310-265-3632 info@konnitanaka.com konnitanaka.com @konnitanaka

DESCRIBE THE PROJECT. This spectacular new home by Tomaro archi-

hung traditional textiles, as well as furniture and lighting featuring traditional details, add a subtle

tects is built for a wonderful young family who

touch of exoticism. Wall finishes can evoke the

deeply appreciate classic design. Louis Tomaro

atmosphere of faraway places, creating a setting

created a beautiful façade of public rooms with

for furniture or décor from the region. Plants na-

arched doorways opening to an expansive ocean

tive to the region or locally made planters are a

view. We designed luxurious drapery of Cowtan

great way to reflect a geographical location.

& Tout textiles to frame the arched doors, with wallpaper livening up the walls.

Mixing bright, bold, classic motifs and modern

WHAT KITCHEN TRENDS ARE YOU SEEING? We see demand for items that are big on func-

art, we achieved a vibrant energy throughout

tion and statement. Some clients opt for colored

the home. In the living room, artwork—including

appliances in colors like yellow or black. Steam

a Takashi Murakami print—is displayed in a tradi-

ovens, modular cooktops, 20,000 BTU wok

tional setting, while across the grand entry foyer

burners and workstation sinks are all popular. To

a modern dining setting is centered in a classic

house their appliances, our clients are delighted

wallpapered room.

to have appliance cabinets and hideaway coffee

The soaring 25-foot-high entry foyer’s circular ceiling holds a 7-foot-diameter chandelier of

bars. For wine lovers, wine walls are an epitome of function and beauty.

room chandelier were made by an Italian com-

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pany whose chandeliers grace public halls and

We are passionate about helping people have

residences throughout Europe. On a sunny day,

unique, fulfilling lives through the use and enjoy-

the crystals create a delightful burst of rainbows

ment of their homes. After defining our clients’

across the walls.

desires, styles and budgets, we collaborate with them, designing millwork, lighting, furniture and

HOW CAN WE ADD TOUCHES FROM

window treatments. Backlit stone, hand-hewn

FARAWAY PLACES TO OUR LIVING SPACES?

stone and metals are possible finishes for state-

Items from special lands—some with historical

ment features. For furnishings we have turnkey

stories—add to any décor. They breathe person-

décor packages to reduce time and expense,

ality into our homes, connecting us to places and

as well as custom furnishings for specific designs.

people by weaving us into their stories. Wall-

In all projects, we strive for a design that keenly reflects our clients’ lifestyles and personalities.

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crystal and Murano glass. This and the dining

DESIGN SHOWCASES 2023

BLANCHARD FUENTES DESIGN BUILD 4064 Via Valmonte, Palos Verdes Estates 310-750-6733 info@blafudesign.com blanchardfuentes.design | @blanchardfuentesdesign

DESCRIBE THE PROJECT.

product, where each informs the other with a

Extensive remodel of a ’60s era, two-unit resi-

slight lean toward progress. We build the proj-

dence on a half-lot in North Manhattan Beach.

ects we design, considering a hands-on

Our project began in the fall of 2019, working

approach as central to our mission.

closely with the owners and city planning to rehab the existing structure while elevating a

HOW DOES ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN MAKE

neglected corner lot property with thoughtful

A DIFFERENCE IN THE WAY WE LIVE?

design choices. Essentially three disjointed levels,

Architecture, as we see it, does its job quietly

efforts focused on a series of new stair flights

and in the background—though we feel its pres-

to reunite the floors and their new program

ence each time we engage it, even when we’re

elements. The stairwell, as the central design

unaware. The calculated proportions of a space,

feature, was designed to collect natural daylight

the crafted detailing of its features and the way

from above and softly diffuse it to spaces below.

daylight reaches its corners are all examples of how design can create impact.

tle, simple finishes of white oak and petra grey

Architecture activates our civic spaces, en-

porcelain with rose gold fixture accents. White

riches our institutional settings and promotes the

plaster and anodized aluminum were chosen as

daily well-being of our families at home. It has

exterior finishes for their clean, understated pres-

the power to generate, transform and inspire and

ence. The garage door was designed as a flush

does so at its most basic level without splashy

panel and clad in cedar with the building address

announcement. Architecture is durable and resil-

recessed into it, as a lone, ornamental indulgence

ient. It bridges time periods and doesn’t go out

to an otherwise minimalistic shell.

of fashion. It was good then and is still good now.

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day for the human condition with its influence

Blanchard Fuentes Design Build is a full-service

wide-reaching and felt in many forms—from

architectural firm aiming to create uniquely

the comforts of home to our engaging busi-

crafted buildings and spaces, exploring the rela-

ness spaces, halls of justice and higher learning

tionship between site, surface, user experience,

academies. It houses the arts and enlivens our

material application and contextual relevancy.

sporting arenas and transportation hubs while

Our projects range in scale from residential work

offering solitude and reflection in our places of

and interiors to select commercial projects and

worship. Architecture is all-encompassing.

Above all, architecture gives selflessly each

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The kitchen and baths were rethought in sub-

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FI N A L O F F ER

“WE SHAPE OUR HOMES, AND THEN OUR HOMES SHAPE US.”

PHOTOGRAPHED BY LAUREN TAYLOR

— WINSTON CHURCHILL

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