San Marino based clients were interested in developing a property that had been in their family for generations. This was an exciting proposition as it was one of the last surviving bayside double lots on the scenic Coronado peninsula in San Diego. They desired a holiday home that would be a gathering place for their large, close- knit family. San Marino based clients were interested in developing a property that had been in their family for generations. This was an exciting proposition as it was one of the last surviving bayside double lots on the scenic Coronado peninsula in San Diego. They desired a holiday home that would be a gathering place for their large, close-knit family. Facing the Back Bay, overlooking downtown and the Bay Bridge, this property presented us with a unique opportunity to design a vacation home with a dual personality. One side faces a bustling harbor with a constant parade of yachts, cargo vessels and military ships while the other opens onto a deep, quiet contemplative garden. The home’s shingle-style influence carries on the historical Coronado tradition of clapboard and Craftsman bungalows built in the shadow of the great Hotel Del Coronado which was erected at the turn of the last century. In order to create an informal feel to the residence, we devised a concept that eliminated the need for a “front door”. Instead, one walks through the garden and enters the “Great Hall” through either one of two French doors flanking a walk-in stone fireplace. Both two-story bedroom wings bookend this central wood beam vaulted room which serves as the “heart of the home”, and opens to both views. Three sets of stairs are discretely tucked away inside the bedroom wings. In lieu of a formal dining room, the family convenes and dines around a beautiful table and banquette set into a circular window bay off the kitchen which overlooks the lights of the city beyond the harbor. Working with noted interior designer Betty Ann Marshall, we designed a unique kitchen that was inspired by the colors and textures of a fossil the couple found on a honeymoon trip to the quarries of Montana. We set that ancient fossil into a matte glass backsplash behind the professional cook’s stove. A warm library with walnut paneling and a bayed window seat affords a refuge for the family to read or play board games. The couple’s fine craft and folk art collection is on prominent display throughout the house and helps to set an intimate and whimsical tone. Another architectural feature devoted to family is the play room lit by a dramatic cupola which beacons the older grandchildren and their friends. Below the play room is a four car garage that allows the patriarch space to refurbish an antique fire truck, a mahogany launch boat and several vintage cars. Their jet skis and kayaks are housed in another garage designed for that purpose. Lattice covered skylights that allow dappled sunlight to bathe the loggia affords a comfortable refuge to watch the kids swim and gaze out upon the rushing water, the Coronado Bay Bridge and the romantic downtown San Diego skyline. Architect: Ward Jewell Architect, AIA Interior Design: Betty Ann Marshall Construction: Bill Lyons Photographer: Laura Hull Styling: Zale Design Studio

The main entrance to this two-bedroom, compact condominium puts you underneath the rustic veranda of an old-world, enclosed patio. All the bustle of the street outside disappears as you are sheltered by a rustic Spanish courtyard where 80 year-old olive trees keep company with the trickling water of an aged fountain.

San Marino based clients were interested in developing a property that had been in their family for generations. This was an exciting proposition as it was one of the last surviving bayside double lots on the scenic Coronado peninsula in San Diego. They desired a holiday home that would be a gathering place for their large, close- knit family. San Marino based clients were interested in developing a property that had been in their family for generations. This was an exciting proposition as it was one of the last surviving bayside double lots on the scenic Coronado peninsula in San Diego. They desired a holiday home that would be a gathering place for their large, close-knit family. Facing the Back Bay, overlooking downtown and the Bay Bridge, this property presented us with a unique opportunity to design a vacation home with a dual personality. One side faces a bustling harbor with a constant parade of yachts, cargo vessels and military ships while the other opens onto a deep, quiet contemplative garden. The home’s shingle-style influence carries on the historical Coronado tradition of clapboard and Craftsman bungalows built in the shadow of the great Hotel Del Coronado which was erected at the turn of the last century. In order to create an informal feel to the residence, we devised a concept that eliminated the need for a “front door”. Instead, one walks through the garden and enters the “Great Hall” through either one of two French doors flanking a walk-in stone fireplace. Both two-story bedroom wings bookend this central wood beam vaulted room which serves as the “heart of the home”, and opens to both views. Three sets of stairs are discretely tucked away inside the bedroom wings. In lieu of a formal dining room, the family convenes and dines around a beautiful table and banquette set into a circular window bay off the kitchen which overlooks the lights of the city beyond the harbor. Working with noted interior designer Betty Ann Marshall, we designed a unique kitchen that was inspired by the colors and textures of a fossil the couple found on a honeymoon trip to the quarries of Montana. We set that ancient fossil into a matte glass backsplash behind the professional cook’s stove. A warm library with walnut paneling and a bayed window seat affords a refuge for the family to read or play board games. The couple’s fine craft and folk art collection is on prominent display throughout the house and helps to set an intimate and whimsical tone. Another architectural feature devoted to family is the play room lit by a dramatic cupola which beacons the older grandchildren and their friends. Below the play room is a four car garage that allows the patriarch space to refurbish an antique fire truck, a mahogany launch boat and several vintage cars. Their jet skis and kayaks are housed in another garage designed for that purpose. Lattice covered skylights that allow dappled sunlight to bathe the loggia affords a comfortable refuge to watch the kids swim and gaze out upon the rushing water, the Coronado Bay Bridge and the romantic downtown San Diego skyline. Architect: Ward Jewell Architect, AIA Interior Design: Betty Ann Marshall Construction: Bill Lyons Photographer: Laura Hull Styling: Zale Design Studio

Boutique Chic! Our client expressed the need for his space as ‘my own hotel when I visit home’. Due to the hustle and bustle of daily work and travel, our client wanted his space to exude a lux boutique hotel vibe when he visited. Customized wall applications and furniture emphasizes a tailored appeal and classic details. The space is monochromatic with textures and gold accents for play. Although this space is rich and dramatic, it is delightfully juxtaposed with a feeling of comfort in style.

The Colts Neck home's incredible foyer had very tall, narrow windows that created a very grand, elegant, and formal atmosphere once you entered the house. To encapsulate that look, we created long side panels with 12" puddles on the floor to keep the mood elegant and grand. By including the puddle, the family shows affluence as they are able to have beautiful fabrics just flowing all over. On top, we added a unique item: a top swag with a balloon bustle over it to tie the area together.

This coastal home located in Lake Las Vegas makes for the perfect retreat from the hustle and bustle of The Strip. With calm, neutral tones and beach-like accents throughout this sprawling layout, this home emits an essence of serenity and relaxation in the desert.

Weave a common thread through any room with accents that share similar colors or construction materials. Yellow and metal décor pop and lock up this bold, bustling area.

This urban backyard oasis features 3’ by 3’ bluestone flagstone with blue-chip joints that seamlessly set the stage for backyard entertaining. In order to achieve greenery all year long, we planted Boxwood, Rhododendron, Arborvitae and Pachysandra. And, in the hopes of creating privacy in a bustling Chicago neighborhood, we installed a wood privacy fence, Japanese Maples, a Birch and a Spruce tree.

These busy parents wanted a retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Melissa chose calming blues and greens to create a coastal-like getaway. The bathroom was also designed to accommodate a wheel chair.

This coastal home located in Lake Las Vegas makes for the perfect retreat from the hustle and bustle of The Strip. With calm, neutral tones and beach-like accents throughout this sprawling layout, this home emits an essence of serenity and relaxation in the desert.

These busy parents wanted a retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Melissa chose calming blues and greens to create a coastal-like getaway. The bathroom was also designed to accommodate a wheel chair.

Cool colors, inviting textures, and playful patterns were our secret ingredients. As you step inside, you’ll be greeted by a symphony of blues, greens, and refreshing neutrals. The space feels like a tranquil escape, a breath of fresh air in the heart of the bustling city. Every room tells a story and invites you to explore, relax and indulge in the beauty of life’s sweet moments.

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional enclosed dark wood floor family room remodel in DC Metro with blue walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

With inspiration going back to antiquity, the ancient French farmhouse, or the vast bustling kitchen of chateau, our Range Hoods collections vary from the simply elegant to creations of intricate beauty, ranging in scale and style from delicate and understated to grand and majestic.

This urban backyard oasis features 3’ by 3’ bluestone flagstone with blue-chip joints that seamlessly set the stage for backyard entertaining. In order to achieve greenery all year long, we planted Boxwood, Rhododendron, Arborvitae and Pachysandra. And, in the hopes of creating privacy in a bustling Chicago neighborhood, we installed a wood privacy fence, Japanese Maples, a Birch and a Spruce tree.

Bedroom - contemporary medium tone wood floor, gray floor and vaulted ceiling bedroom idea in Austin with white walls

This 80's style Mediterranean Revival house was modernized to fit the needs of a bustling family. The home was updated from a choppy and enclosed layout to an open concept, creating connectivity for the whole family. A combination of modern styles and cozy elements makes the space feel open and inviting. Photos By: Paul Vu

Two chairs create a peaceful retreat for this client away from the bustle of a busy household. Candlesticks are Belgian silver. Piece over the fireplace is an antique French carved panel.

These busy parents wanted a retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Melissa chose calming blues and greens to create a coastal-like getaway. The bathroom was also designed to accommodate a wheel chair.