Watching movies at home with your friends and family has long been an important part of our social lives. Imagine that, with our help, the sound and picture can rival that of a commercial theater. The comfort of your own living room is far greater than that of a typical theater. The fridge is much closer. Whether you are needing a simple surround sound system or a fully engineered and dedicated private theater…we are the director.

Anne Matheis

Inspiration for a large tropical open concept limestone floor living room remodel in Hawaii with white walls and a media wall

This foyer was the greeting to a luxury condo which was the home to a family of 4 as well as a place to entertain business associates. Our client requeted timeless design with Asian antiques and contemporary art. WE worked together from the construction of 2 condo units into one home. Extensive mill work maximized storage.This beautiful chandelier was imported from France. Kaskel

Inspiration for a formal and loft-style porcelain tile living room remodel in Chicago with yellow walls

After Photo: This family needed to redesign their living room to coordinate with the adjacent dining room which was full of vibrant artwork and Asian pieces they had collected over their many years of traveling. The dining room had a lot of color going on in it so it was important to pull in color to the living room. However, it needed to be done in a more subtle way so that the two rooms wouldn’t compete or clash when it came to color. The walls in the two rooms were both painted a warm neutral in order to connect the two rooms rather than separate them. Although the amethyst color primarily used is soft and calming, it also lends a sense of fun when you pair it with a fun pattern! Gold accents add to the Asian flair in the adjacent dining room as well as add a little extra sophistication to the living room. Silk drapes add a great finishing touch!

It was important that we separated the living room and dining room without making them feel cut off from one another. We created an easy flow from one space to the next.

Home design - asian home design idea in San Diego

Bedroom - zen master bedroom idea in San Diego with beige walls

Converted screened in lanai to a garden dining space. Custom designed etched glass table with open pedestal and imported Italian dining chairs. Floor is locally milled eucalyptus, wall covering is natural fiber.

In June of 2015 an amazing sudden summer storm hit our area with violent winds, rain, and tornados. In the aftermath, my clients found, on top of losing 30 or so trees on their property overall, one had actually struck their home, piercing the roof in their great room. The great room was the very last room in their house that we hadn't done a complete overhaul in. Sure, we had tweaked it, purchased a few pieces of furniture, reworked the layout, but the colors and design were much the same as they had been for decades. Since things needed to be repaired and painted already, it was decided to jump in with both feet and totally rethink the room, change almost everything, and add architectural details that seemed to be missing in the original design from the 1980's. So not only were the color palette, rugs, and furnishings changed, but some very important architectural interest was added. For instance, a new, more elegant post was added at the back of the space, visually connecting the downstairs with the loft above. Also, three beaded beams have been added across the vaulted ceiling, as well as a large chandelier, giving warmth, light and visual heft to the peak and upper corners of the room. The fireplace was given a total facelift as well. New original artwork, which had inspired the palette for the space, is now highlighted inside a custom panel over a beautiful new mantel and fireplace surround. Even though this project started with something quite unexpected and scary, my clients tell me that the results are something that they just love and enjoy whether at home just the two of them, or entertaining extended family and friends. Photos by Laura Kicey

Details and excellent craftsmanship are of utmost importance in a small space where everything is seen "up close".
Trendy patio photo in Charlotte

The Natsume Basin, or cleansing basin, is an important part of the ceremonial tea garden process. You dip the bamboo ladle or “dipper” (hishaku) into the basin to clean your hands before entering the tea house.

The new front garden, one month after installation. Stone, mixed with gravel, provides important negative space.
Photo of a mid-sized asian partial sun front yard gravel landscaping in Charlotte.

Design ideas for a contemporary landscaping in Delhi.