With the home theatre seeing a lot more action over the last two years, our client knew it was time for a refresh. Their space felt overly traditional and just plain dated. It lacked the glamour and dramatic flair one seeks when viewing cinematic excellence or watching the latest must-see kids movie.
Read MoreA guest bathroom is one of the few rooms that you and your guests will both use. Creating a modern and subtle guest bathroom design only takes a few style tricks to come together! To achieve a striking, organic bathroom that will impress your guests and make them feel comfortable, follow along with this San Diego design-build transformation!
Read MoreHave you been considering an interior design or remodel project for a while? After spending so much time at home, are you fully aware of the flaws in your home and you need it fixed … YESTERDAY. Perhaps you’re finally sick of looking at wallpaper that you never loved in the first place or you simply want functional storage in your kitchen for all the food your family is going through.
Read MoreEvery kitchen redesign and remodeling project comes with its own set of challenges, and this one was no exception. With this particular kitchen in the beach community of Cardiff, located in the North County region of San Diego, California, our task was to take a small space and turn it into a usable, attractive, welcoming, and integral part of the house.
Read MoreTalking about what to expect in a remodel is one thing…but then, it’s dangerously easy to compare the remodel of your dreams to the stuff you see on television.
There are, in fact, some things to know before you remodel. Yes…your project is still happening—your dream WILL come true! You just want to be prepared so that day-one of demolition doesn’t kick off a harried sequence of events.
Read MoreYes you read that right. Waterproof wood! How is this possible? In simple terms, there is a special coating on the surface of the wood that makes it waterproof. In technical terms, “ A hydrophobic sealant is applied to the top of the hardwood veneer which protects the plank from water damage. Also, the testing found that due to the thickness of the veneer, combined with the SPC waterproof core, water will evaporate before damage occurs to the veneer or subfloor.” The official term for the material is H2O Waterproof Hardwood. Here we will go into a few of the most commonly asked questions about this amazing flooring!
Read MoreHave you ever looked at a well designed home and thought “How does this look so beautiful and why can’t I do that?” Well, as designers, we are here for you! Having a well designed space starts and ends with the details. Because we believe that beautiful shelves play a big part in showcasing the design of your home, we have compiled a short list of tips to help style the shelves in your space. By the end of this article, you will be a pro, and if you need a little more guidance, don’t worry, we have some tools to help!
Read MoreRemodeling your home can be a huge commitment. With over a decade of experience under our belts, we’ve noticed that there’s a wild roller coaster ride of emotions that come along with rip, tear, and rebuild of our client’s spaces. If you, too, are considering a new space, here’s what you can expect: from start to finish.
Read MoreYour powder room is an essential part of your home. It’s a room that both you and your guests will definitely use, so it’s important that it looks exactly how you want. If your powder room is outdated, then it’s time to freshen up where you freshen up! Here are our hacks for making the most of your powder room.
Read MoreIt’s not easy being GREEN! When it comes to the furnishings, materials, and surfaces we have in our homes, many corporations are guilty of using chemicals and compounds that can be HARMFUL to us, our kids and our pets. Here’s what you need to know about green washing thanks to green designer Lenora DeMars of 9Ten Design.
Read MoreMove aside, tone-on-tone…it’s all about high contrast in this Santa Luz kitchen remodel. See how we used CoreTec, Cleaf and Quartz contertops to create a piano-inspired space for our music teacher clients!
Read MoreLights, camera, action! Lighting can make a huge difference in how a space looks and functions. Long gone are the days of teeny tiny island pendants and make way for the big, the bold and the bright! Here are our tips for selecting over the counter light fixtures.
Read MoreSpanish-inspired graphic tile makes its way to this Resort Style Master bathroom remodel complete with soaking tub, oversized countertops and some creative and unconventional design materials. See how it all came together here!
Read MoreSo long white on white kitchens, and welcome to the dark side. After a few years of bright whites, we predict that 2018 will bring THIS color trend to walls, cabinetry, wallpaper and more! Giving designer tips and project inspo for incorporating deeper shades.
Read MoreSavvy Interiors Owner and Designer Susan Wintersteen is shedding light on the 6 reasons why you'd want to hire a Savvy Team of Contractors for your design or remodel project. Believe us when we say it will save you time, money and headaches!
Read MoreGraphic tile is all the rage these days. Make sure you're getting maximum impact by using it selectively. We created this Spanish-inspired Glam Bathroom Remodel for a young teen. Breaking down our design approach, all the materials we used, AND a small bathroom vanity design hack!
Read MoreWe could all use a little getaway every now and then, so why not transform one of the underutilized rooms in your home to create a mini-escape? Pour yourself that glass of Rosé, grab a good read, bask in the natural light and temporarily ignore kids, dogs, husbands, and responsibilities. We took this dining room to new heights with a Hamptons meets SoCal inspired classy coastal aesthetic. Read on!
Read MoreReclaim the unused formal sitting area in your home and create a space that the whole family can utilize. In a recent Del Sur remodel, we introduced Sherwin Williams 2018 Color of the Year: Oceanside, to bring a bright and modern punch to an otherwise dreary space.
Read MoreOne of the most important furniture purchases for your home is your living room sofa. Whether you're a family of young kids, preteens, or have grown children, there are several factors to consider to make sure your sofa will be built to last.
Read MoreEvery late 90s early 2000's builder seemed to love the California Tuscan aesthetic, expecially in Southern California. Those homes are now approaching 20 years old. Here's how we tackled those architectural nuances with what we've dubbed as 'Spanish Modern' style. Patterned graphic tiles, earthy textures and reclaimed wood pull this space from dated to dreamy.
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