Photo: Heather Banks © 2018 Houzz
Eclectic bathroom photo in Austin

Inspiration for a coastal home design remodel in Portland Maine

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Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional dark wood floor enclosed dining room remodel in Atlanta with beige walls

Photo: Heather Banks © 2015 Houzz
Transitional staircase photo in Austin

Designed By: Richard Bustos Photos By: Jeri Koegel Ron and Kathy Chaisson have lived in many homes throughout Orange County, including three homes on the Balboa Peninsula and one at Pelican Crest. But when the “kind of retired” couple, as they describe their current status, decided to finally build their ultimate dream house in the flower streets of Corona del Mar, they opted not to skimp on the amenities. “We wanted this house to have the features of a resort,” says Ron. “So we designed it to have a pool on the roof, five patios, a spa, a gym, water walls in the courtyard, fire-pits and steam showers.” To bring that five-star level of luxury to their newly constructed home, the couple enlisted Orange County’s top talent, including our very own rock star design consultant Richard Bustos, who worked alongside interior designer Trish Steel and Patterson Custom Homes as well as Brandon Architects. Together the team created a 4,500 square-foot, five-bedroom, seven-and-a-half-bathroom contemporary house where R&R get top billing in almost every room. Two stories tall and with lots of open spaces, it manages to feel spacious despite its narrow location. And from its third floor patio, it boasts panoramic ocean views. “Overall we wanted this to be contemporary, but we also wanted it to feel warm,” says Ron. Key to creating that look was Richard, who selected the primary pieces from our extensive portfolio of top-quality furnishings. Richard also focused on clean lines and neutral colors to achieve the couple’s modern aesthetic, while allowing both the home’s gorgeous views and Kathy’s art to take center stage. As for that mahogany-lined elevator? “It’s a requirement,” states Ron. “With three levels, and lots of entertaining, we need that elevator for keeping the bar stocked up at the cabana, and for our big barbecue parties.” He adds, “my wife wears high heels a lot of the time, so riding the elevator instead of taking the stairs makes life that much better for her.”

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Example of a large trendy master light wood floor bedroom design in San Francisco with beige walls and no fireplace

We maximized storage with custom built in millwork throughout. Probably the most eye catching example of this is the bookcase turn ship ladder stair that leads to the mezzanine above. © Devon Banks

Photo: Heather Banks © 2015 Houzz Design: Brandi Hines
Minimalist dining room photo in Austin

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Mid-sized beach style galley dark wood floor open concept kitchen photo with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula and subway tile backsplash

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Eclectic kitchen photo in Atlanta

Photo: Heather Banks © 2015 Houzz
Transitional kitchen photo in Austin

Photo: Heather Banks © 2015 Houzz
Transitional kitchen photo in Austin

Photo: Heather Banks © 2015 Houzz
Photo of an eclectic landscaping in Austin.

Garage to mudroom conversion of this 1940's home creates a great new space in NWDC. Includes custom built-ins with lots of storage.
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