The lighting design illuminates the entire space with 3-3/4” low voltage recessed fixtures from Lightolier. To create spaciousness in subterranean areas, wall-washing gimbaled spots brighten large sections of vertical surface for art to be hung. This creates the sense of looking “through” the walls into alternate worlds of color, landscape, and texture. The low voltage downlights have specular trim, which, unlike conventional recessed lighting, diffuses the light evenly. Low voltage lighting requires up to 50% less energy to operate than an equal wattage incandescent bulb. Photography by Jesse R. Borrell and Nicholas Borrell

Coronado Crush is a vacation home designed to feel just as comfortable and dialed-in as a primary residence. Our clients—a large, energetic family—purchased a Coronado retreat with great bones and strong design sensibility from the previous owner, but needed a full top-to-bottom setup to truly make it their own.

This teenage girl's bedroom is a stylish and energetic space that blends soft, feminine touches with a pop of bold color for an exciting yet cozy atmosphere. The primary palette centers around blush pink, creating a warm and welcoming foundation, while mustard yellow accents add an unexpected pop of energy and creativity. Two feature walls are adorned with a subtle watercolor motif wallpaper in blush hues, to create visual interest without overwhelming the room. Artwork and decorative elements like framed prints, motivational quotes, or abstract art in mustard yellow, blush pink, and touches of gold create a personalized feel, bringing the entire room together.

Pairing classic white with bold blue cabinetry adds an energetic zip to this small transitional kitchen. Herringbone marble tile and Pental quartz countertops compliment the overall look while natural rift oak flooring provides a touch of warmth. The Wolf range along with Bosch hood creates the desired focal point.

A family with five energetic kids and a rambling new bloodhound pooch needed a better connection to the outdoors in their terraced hillside home, overlooking the historic Mountain View Cemetery. The steep and disconnected terraces made life outdoors feel miles away. The clients expressed to us that when they thought about going outside, they often didn’t. Now, more functional stairs with generous pauses make a multi-story journey to the backyard easy to do every day. And their tall house and hillside are more integrated with playful twists, turns, and swings that invite the kids (and pup) out to play.

Coronado Crush is a vacation home designed to feel just as comfortable and dialed-in as a primary residence. Our clients—a large, energetic family—purchased a Coronado retreat with great bones and strong design sensibility from the previous owner, but needed a full top-to-bottom setup to truly make it their own.

Design Firm - Lee Meier Interiors This exciting and energetic space was designed for the Cleveland Botanical Gardens but could easily fit into any home. Working with orchids is just one of the inspirations for this space. Barrie and Ashleigh wanted to bring a fun energy with a sophisticated feel to the garden and achieved this by layering prints, fabrics, accessories and art.

Fu-Tung Cheng, CHENG Design • Exterior view of Guest House, House 7 Concrete and Wood House 7, named the "Concrete Village Home", is Cheng Design's seventh custom home project. With inspiration of a "small village" home, this project brings in dwellings of different size and shape that support and intertwine with one another. Featuring a sculpted, concrete geological wall, pleated butterfly roof, and rainwater installations, House 7 exemplifies an interconnectedness and energetic relationship between home and the natural elements. Photography: Matthew Millman

This bold room is a true reflection of the homeowners and their energetic personalities and lifestyle. The intelligence of this design is in the clever use of clean fixed finishes, complimented by bold accessories and color. The neutral shaker cabinetry could be at home in any house. The black granite is a crisp contrast to the blonde maple wood. The glass countertop, the contemporary light fixture and bold paint color are what bring that electric spark into this room.

Example of a transitional home design design in Los Angeles

A new workshop and build space for a fellow creative! Seeking a space to enable this set designer to work from home, this homeowner contacted us with an idea for a new workshop. On the must list were tall ceilings, lit naturally from the north, and space for all of those pet projects which never found a home. Looking to make a statement, the building’s exterior projects a modern farmhouse and rustic vibe in a charcoal black. On the interior, walls are finished with sturdy yet beautiful plywood sheets. Now there’s plenty of room for this fun and energetic guy to get to work (or play, depending on how you look at it)!

Coronado Crush is a vacation home designed to feel just as comfortable and dialed-in as a primary residence. Our clients—a large, energetic family—purchased a Coronado retreat with great bones and strong design sensibility from the previous owner, but needed a full top-to-bottom setup to truly make it their own.

Do you love revamping and redecorating your living spaces? We do too. It’s all the upgrades, big and small, that make a space perfect for you. A fresh coat of paint, a new piece of furniture, a new plant -- small changes or upgrades result in beautiful and bright transformations. We view it as a continuous process that keeps an environment organized, energetic and fresh. The abarnai Home & Studio is the focal point of this philosophy; it is continually undergoing upgrades, small and big, as the seasons change, our inspirations are sparked, and our styles change.

Coronado Crush is a vacation home designed to feel just as comfortable and dialed-in as a primary residence. Our clients—a large, energetic family—purchased a Coronado retreat with great bones and strong design sensibility from the previous owner, but needed a full top-to-bottom setup to truly make it their own.

Coronado Crush is a vacation home designed to feel just as comfortable and dialed-in as a primary residence. Our clients—a large, energetic family—purchased a Coronado retreat with great bones and strong design sensibility from the previous owner, but needed a full top-to-bottom setup to truly make it their own.

Dynamic, energetic effervescence, the Carbonation Flora tile pattern from Artaic’s SPLASH! Collection creates a lively, abstract composition. The effervescent green color palette suits any space, especially a hotel or bathroom.

A family with five energetic kids and a rambling new bloodhound pooch needed a better connection to the outdoors in their terraced hillside home, overlooking the historic Mountain View Cemetery. The steep and disconnected terraces made life outdoors feel miles away. The clients expressed to us that when they thought about going outside, they often didn’t. Now, more functional stairs with generous pauses make a multi-story journey to the backyard easy to do every day. And their tall house and hillside are more integrated with playful twists, turns, and swings that invite the kids (and pup) out to play.

Do you love revamping and redecorating your living spaces? We do too. It’s all the upgrades, big and small, that make a space perfect for you. A fresh coat of paint, a new piece of furniture, a new plant -- small changes or upgrades result in beautiful and bright transformations. We view it as a continuous process that keeps an environment organized, energetic and fresh. The abarnai Home & Studio is the focal point of this philosophy; it is continually undergoing upgrades, small and big, as the seasons change, our inspirations are sparked, and our styles change.

Do you love revamping and redecorating your living spaces? We do too. It’s all the upgrades, big and small, that make a space perfect for you. A fresh coat of paint, a new piece of furniture, a new plant -- small changes or upgrades result in beautiful and bright transformations. We view it as a continuous process that keeps an environment organized, energetic and fresh. The abarnai Home & Studio is the focal point of this philosophy; it is continually undergoing upgrades, small and big, as the seasons change, our inspirations are sparked, and our styles change.