the week PENDING SALE 615 Del Dios, San Clemente, CA Listing Agents: Coldwell Banker Realty
Amysue Baker CalRE# 02163607
Jennifer Fisher CalRE#02004352
5 Bed I 3 Bath I 2926 Sq Ft
Ideally positioned at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in Rancho San Clemente, this exceptional residence sits on a rare, oversized lot , offering privacy, space, and an extraordinary resortstyle setting. The backyard is designed for both relaxation and connection, featuring a custom saltwater pool with slide, sunning shelf, waterfall , spa , built-in BBQ island, firepit , half basketball court and sprawling lawns
Bold Living
BY ALICIA VENTER
The spring cleaning is done, and now it is time for summer renovation. With sweeping mountainside views and the California sun as regular amenities, a creating a home that leans into a natural theme can make it truly stand out and shine. From utilizing natural woods in creative ways to lightweight textile layering, here are three easy ways to transform a home.
Natural Woods
When used for furniture, flooring or structural beams, natural woods offer a balance of resilience and character that pair well with most colors. On the practical end, most woods are incredible durable and can withstand significant wear and tear. Furthermore, it can be refinished with a few hours of sanding and a fresh coat of oil. Unlike
synthetic alternatives, natural woods do not easily peel, chip or degrade over time.
Natural woods are also more eco-friendly than plastics or metal — a trait that is ever-popular in a place like Orange County, where the city offers rebates for renewable energy.
Natural wood furniture can be on the pricier end in comparison to laminate or particle board products. For a more affordable way to utilize natural wood in the home, look for smaller home items like dishes, cutting boards, storage and organizers. Bringing warmth, durability and natural texture into a living space, these simple natural wood products can transform the home.
Lightweight Textile Layering
In interior design, lightweight textile
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layering is the secret to making a room feel finished without feeling heavy or cluttered. It is a technique that uses multiple thin, breathable fabrics like linen and loose-weave cotton to create visual depth, texture and comfort without adding physical heat or bulk.
In Orange County, where higher temperatures and intense sunlight can make summertime harsh, lightweight textile layering can create visual coziness of fabric without the heat-trapping weight of heavy velvets or wools.
For example, instead of having a single heavy curtain, people can use a base layer of sheer linen or lightweight voile, which allows natural light to filter in while maintaining privacy, alongside a secondary, slightly more opaque panel on top that gives such as a loose-weave cotton that gives them control over the room’s brightness.
On a sofa, drape a thin, open-weave cotton throw over a smooth leather or linen sofa, adding a pop of texture and protects the furniture without being
as cumbersome as a thick quilt. Similarly, on the bed, start with crisp cotton sheets, add a lightweight coverlet and finish with a gauzy muslin or waffle-knit runner at the foot of the bed.
Maximalism and Contrast
Millennial Gray is becoming less popular as people return to maximalist home designs. Bright colors alongside heavy contrast are great tools to bring life to a home in Orange County, where historic preservation and rapid modern development exist side by side.
Pairing deep mahogany or oak trim with high-gloss jewel tones like green or blue or vibrant modern art prevents homes from feeling static.
A person doesn’t need to paint all the walls in their home, however, to get a maximalist look. These bold design elements in a home start with small, high-impact changes, like adding a patterned vintage rug to the living room or swapping out a generic overhead light for a sculptural, oversized fixture.
