Upon acquiring the property, the homeowner faced a compact backyard dominated by a neglected lawn that offered little usability. The ambition was not only to enhance the outdoor space's utility but to inject it with vibrant aesthetics and dynamism through the hardscape. To bring this vision to life, we embraced a palette of colorful materials, choosing multicolored concrete, pavers, and tiles that introduce a playful yet sophisticated charm. Further creativity was applied in the design through the use of curvy lines that flow organically throughout the space, leading the eye and inviting movement. Beach rocks were thoughtfully embedded into decorative bands, adding a tactile and visual texture that complements the curvilinear approach. This strategic combination of color, texture, and form transformed the backyard into a visually stimulating and highly functional outdoor living area.

Kitchen - kitchen idea in Chicago with blue backsplash and glass tile backsplash

This beautiful gong has its own handmade striker. Fill your home with the deep resonating tones in a meditative space.
Inspiration for a large contemporary living room remodel in Phoenix

The garden is a laboratory where the Aoyagi's enjoy growing rare California native plants, particularly those hyperlocal to the northeast of LA. This Gooseberry grows in the deep shade of the Coast Live Oak and Hackberry.

Inspiration for a contemporary living room remodel in Houston

Shawn Maestretti
Home design - mediterranean home design idea in Los Angeles

Paige Duncan

Inspiration for a modern garage remodel in Los Angeles

Food Forest Garden

THE SETUP Our journey began with a familiar face — Alicia had previously transformed the client’s mother’s home, establishing a trusted relationship that naturally led to this personal project. The client desired a kitchen that truly reflected her own style while facilitating seamless entertaining. Design Vision: The original kitchen, segregated from the dining area by a wall, hindered the flow of interaction and space. Our client envisioned a unified area where she could engage with guests in both the kitchen and dining room simultaneously. Moreover, the space lacked a central island, relying instead on a floorplan anchored by cabinetry in a u-shaped layout. Design Objectives: Open up the space for an airy design conducive to entertaining large gatherings Modernize the kitchen to be both stylish and functional Integrate the design with the home’s new black-framed windows and doors Relocate the cooktop to a central position to enhance usability and interaction Design Challenges: Removing the wall between the kitchen and dining room would necessitate the rerouting of existing HVAC ductwork that services the upper floor Limited pantry space in the existing kitchen The existing u-shaped layout of the kitchen restricted functionality and storage options Insufficient space for wine storage The client desired a raised-furniture look for the island, but without showing a new downdraft vent THE RENEWED SPACE Design Solutions: We added a second HVAC unit to the upper floor and rerouted the existing ductwork in that wall Created tall pantry pullouts on either side of the fridge to maximize dry goods storage Designed a long island to facilitate cooking stations and dining moments Created a stylish open display cabinet for wine Engineered a dual-design island with a footed floating aesthetic on one side, and a full floor reach on the other to conceal the new downdraft ventilation. Paired with the newly opened adjacent dining room featuring a wet bar, the kitchen has become a stylish and highly functional space for cooking and entertaining. Following a large baby shower hosted by the client (which seamlessly accommodated an 80-person gathering!), it is clear that the new design not only meets but exceeds the needs for hosting and everyday living. This project was a harmonious blend of the client’s vision and Alicia’s innovative design solutions, resulting in a kitchen that truly embodies personalized elegance and functionality.

Inspiration for a transitional home bar remodel in Dallas

Custom designed, hand-carved ceramic tile garden bench.
Small eclectic patio photo

Arts and crafts kitchen photo in Chicago

Jennifer McKenna Photography
Example of a mid-sized farmhouse u-shaped light wood floor eat-in kitchen design in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, blue backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and no island

We carry beautiful decorative luxury, designer soap dispensers and soap dishes. Liquid soap dispenser pumps that will be sure to keep your hands clean and make your bathroom look great. A decorative soap dish can serve multiple purposes in your bathroom or kitchen. It will help maintain your countertops and showers clean, while adding a touch of style and beauty. If functionality is of concern, you can find wall-mounted soap dispenser or foaming soap dispenser that will meet your needs and add a pop of color to your mini home spa at the same time. We also offer many wall mounted soap dishes and holders. If you need to save countertop space, look no further than a wall mount soap holder. To add that pop and talking piece to your bathroom, consider lotion dispensers or soap dishes with Swarovski crystals.

Designer Brent Knoll Knoll Landscape Design Miami Bamboo Retreat/Landscape Design Brent and his bamboo
Example of an island style home design design in Miami

White Oak Edge Grain Butcher Block

Bathroom floor - 12 X 24 gray neutral tile. A small, odd shaped & outdated bathroom, gets a renovation & makeover to become a luxury guest bathroom...Sheila Singer Design

Dimensions: Diam:25 cm | 9,8” H:30 cm | 11,8" The allure of Mexico’s Giant Crystal Cave was the inspiration for NAICCA Pendant Light, a single pendant that represents the legend of crystal origins. The aged brushed brass structure and the Quartz crystal diffuser merge together to brighten any home decor, filling the room with a strong yet peaceful atmosphere. See more: https://cutt.ly/QnfHn3A