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Rock-and-Roll

We love this kitchen and living room for the bold choices in finishes and the comfort of materials. We added a powder to the kitchen as there was not a bathroom on this floor. 

The shape of the kitchen was narrow, so we grabbed the angled portion of the space and created a banquette to allow for a proper table. The large island provides extra seating and a place to work or talk while someone prepares the meal. 

We love the powder with the zelige tile, geode pendants, concrete sink with brass faucet and dark green paint by Farrow & Ball. 

The living room has two of the same sofas to make sure everyone has a cozy spot and to create symmetry. We took accessories, plants and pillows to ensure the two sides were not perfectly a reflection of the other. 

mill valley gem

The owners of this stunning home entered into the reconstruction of a small bungalow early into the project. I was thrilled to design the house with them from this point. They are an active, fun family who love to entertain and enjoy their time relaxing and playing at home. 


STAYCATION

Mill Valley Victorian

The 5000+ square foot Victorian home built in Mill Valley in the late 1800's sits in a canyon on a hillside with expansive gardens and heritage Redwood trees.

As with any remodel, paint, floors, lighting, and great vendors, are key ingredients to a beautiful, functional outcome. We painted all the interior spaces and the exterior white, which was emotionally and physically challenging, as the existing woodwork was original and stained. However, this design choice made the house less heavy for this San Diego family of six. 

The ebony solid stain on the floors created a fresh, powerful contrast to the white walls, which highlighted the intricate existing details. We added custom built-in cabinets and benches made to honor the heritage wood work to support the storage need of a family of six.

The homeowner had incredible vintage french light fixtures that added a special feeling to the entire home (look closely at the dining chandelier and sconces). Matched with design elements like hides, mohair, leather, and velvet, and over-all eclectic aesthetic  was accomplished. Adding in vintage andirons and some more industrial pieces helped make this home feel unique. 

One of the smallest rooms, that I think is a stand-out, is the powder room. This room was a complete makeover as it lacked the charm and details of the rest of the house (it must have been an add-on in the 80's). By adding wainscoting, a new vintage style trough sink, vintage faucets, industrial pendants, wallpaper on the ceiling and the warmth of a sheepskin rug, we transformed this space into a piece of jewelry. 







VICTORIAN LOVE AFFAIR

Mill Valley Ridge

The client for this lovely project is a self-made woman in real estate. After years of helping us find their dream homes, it was her turn. Every bit of this remodel is an expression of her -- colorful, textured, open and full of possibility. 

BOHEMIAN RETREAT

Novato Family Haven

What a fun project this was -- every surface of this home was touched and turned into an intentional home for a sweet and active family of 5 (plus a kitty). Our client craved a soft palette that would stand the test of time. 

FAMILY HAVEN

Tiburon Luxury Home

This modern, new construction home took a few years to take from raw land to a stunning private home in Tiburon, CA, but it was worth every minute.


HOME AND A VIEW

Ross in Color

I love the color we were able to add into all aspects of this home. Our client loves blues, pinks, brass, florals and geometrical shapes. They are an active family and the built-in table and bench offers a place for their girls to create art, play games and read. This floor of their home houses the kitchen, dining, living and family rooms in a loft-like expanse, so creating defined spaces was important. 

LIVE IN COLOR

Modern Farmhouse #1

We sold this home to a family who was leaving a gorgeous home in Brooklyn, NY. It was a match made in heaven as the Watermark faucets are from the "Brooklyn 31" collection. 

The Great Room has giant ceilings, and so much light that it feels larger than its 2,800 square feet. The concrete floors with radiant heat are cozy and great for sliding on in your socks. The indoor/outdoor fire place is another element to connect the outdoor patio to the interior space. 

The house was designed for easy entertaining, with a walk-in pantry snuck in between the refrigerator and range. 

We prefer to use natural materials when possible, so the Calcutta marble, wood floors and concrete floors, custom steel windows and doors, and wood paneling throughout the house interior, add warmth and texture. 

The bifold doors, when open, offer a special cantilevered effect where the house is "floating" on the far right side of the Great Room.

BROOKLYN MET A FARM

Modern Farmhouse #2

The new owner's purchased mid-build and with their wise insights, we completed the home with what I consider to be a "dream team."

And the best part of building this gorgeous home was the friendship I gained with the kind, loving, and all-around special family who purchased it. 

We designed and built this home and the new owner worked with the interior designer, Tinneke Triggs on the furnishings and decor.

The space has great flow, and yet maintains a sense of deliberate areas for intentional living. We love the stair tower as it was a logistic solution to make the interior wider (the lot was narrow with lots of set-backs) by using that front region of the home for the stairwell. 

Squeezing in the bike room with its exterior access (it looks like a garage, but is a small room tucked under the stairwell) created a beautiful facade that broke up the otherwise long vertical lines in the front and could have reduced the curb appeal.

MODERN FARM

Marin Treehouse Remodel

FREEDOM TREEHOUSE

Sausalito Bungalow Remodel

I've always loved a bungalow with a view of the sea. I jumped on the opportunity to co-create a renovation with a fabulous real estate agent come design/builder, Tyler Stewart, that honors the original architecture and design intention of this home. Our design goal was to manifest a feeling of relaxed chic space with an open-concept.

BUNGALOW BY THE SEA

CONTEMPORARY CALM

This complete spec remodel was a delight to transform for our entrepreneurial repeat clients. The spaces were large and filled with light. The views always beckoned us to take a moment to breathe during our busy days filled with the dust and noise of construction.

Truckee Transformation

We took a very dated cabin and created cozy spaces for our client and her daughter to enjoy year round.

CABIN IN THE WOODS

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I had the honor to consult with dynamic-duo builders Tyler and Ben Stewart. I love working with these two as they are fun, focused and open to ideas. Tyler is also a talented real estate agent in Marin County. You can find her at tyler-stewart.com.

This house has everything a family could ask for with its large open spaces, and a place for teens or guests to gather. 

Since this house was remodeled for spec, we needed to design a home that would feel inspired and unique without worrying our choices would be tired in a few years.

I love the mixtures of classic and on-trend finishes, which are easy to integrate a blend of casual elegance. This house feels like a retreat I'd never want to leave. 

FAMILY PLAYHOUSE

Tiburon Triple Bath Remodel

Our client had three bathrooms for their guest bedroom/media screening floor, and we decided to repeat the foundational elements in each room to keep the feeling and look cohesive, clean and simple. 

TRIPLE THREAT

hillside transformation

This Mill Valley home was a total transformation from traditional to transitional. The owners needed a complete redesign of their home.



THE MINIMALIST

spanish flavor in mill valley

The owner of this sweet home in downtown Mill Valley is a creative, hardworking, single mother who was fun to collaborate with on the remodel. She knew what she liked and how she wanted to live in her home.

https://www.marinmagazine.com/location-location-the-perfect-mill-valley-home/

SPANISH FLAVOR

Drake's Cove

A large hillside home for a young couple that allowed their extensive family to come and enjoy time together while having their own spaces to retreat to for rest!

COVE ON THE HILL

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