Apr 18, 2022 | read more
This year’s Houzz Home Survey reveals that homeowners want design options offering more flexibility within the existing footprint of their homes. Searches for TV armoires with pocket doors, queen Murphy beds, and nesting side tables have increased on Houzz, all of which create dual-use rooms by creatively hiding when not in use. Swivel accent chairs […]
Jun 15, 2020 | read more
Since Shelter-In-Place orders were given by many cities, counties and states in late March and early April due to the COVID-19 pandemic, you may have already been quarantined together at home with your family or partner for some time. You might have run into some challenges in working effectively from home and maintaining your interpersonal […]
Jun 20, 2019 | read more
Ever been to a mid-century Moroccan bazaar? That’s the feeling we created for an underutilized San Francisco loft. To see how we transformed an empty space into a sumptuous home by mixing global style with midcentury modern flair, read on! When you compare the after at top with this before photo, the change is quite […]
Jan 28, 2019 | read more
When the weather outside is cold and rainy, don’t you just want to curl up with a good book? Since we’re deep in the winter months here in Northern California, today I’m sharing how to create a cozy reading nook in your home. Customize for the Perfect Fit Here in what I like […]
Sep 24, 2018 | read more
Don’t you just love the breezy, open feeling of a residential loft? What most lofts don’t offer is built-in storage, and if there’s one thing that every city-dweller needs, it’s storage for their personal items. Looking at one of my favorite examples, a San Francisco loft that won a Design Excellence Award, here’s how you […]
Dec 24, 2014 | read more
For this series on Loft Design, we’ve been discussing how to get the best use of your space by creating zones. Let’s wrap up this series with this final discussion on how to create a guest bedroom that doubles as additional living space. Many homes have dual-purpose guest bedrooms, and it can be difficult for guests to feel comfortable […]