Brian McWeeney
Single front door - transitional concrete floor and beige floor single front door idea in Dallas with an orange front door and beige walls

Children's Bathroom. Photo by: Yorgos Efthymiadis
Powder room - coastal powder room idea in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets and white countertops

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.”

Scottsdale Elegance - Foyer - General View Stairway with wrought iron handrail
Foyer - large traditional marble floor foyer idea in Phoenix with beige walls and a glass front door

Paul Crosby Architectural Photography
Entryway - craftsman entryway idea in Minneapolis

© Vance Fox Photography
Example of a large mountain style formal and enclosed dark wood floor living room design in Sacramento with white walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Example of a classic bathroom design in New York

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional master subway tile marble floor freestanding bathtub remodel in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, marble countertops, a one-piece toilet and green walls

Elegant dark wood floor powder room photo in Minneapolis with a pedestal sink, a two-piece toilet and multicolored walls

Inspiration for a transitional medium tone wood floor and brown floor mudroom remodel in DC Metro with beige walls

The architecture of this mid-century ranch in Portland’s West Hills oozes modernism’s core values. We wanted to focus on areas of the home that didn’t maximize the architectural beauty. The Client—a family of three, with Lucy the Great Dane, wanted to improve what was existing and update the kitchen and Jack and Jill Bathrooms, add some cool storage solutions and generally revamp the house. We totally reimagined the entry to provide a “wow” moment for all to enjoy whilst entering the property. A giant pivot door was used to replace the dated solid wood door and side light. We designed and built new open cabinetry in the kitchen allowing for more light in what was a dark spot. The kitchen got a makeover by reconfiguring the key elements and new concrete flooring, new stove, hood, bar, counter top, and a new lighting plan. Our work on the Humphrey House was featured in Dwell Magazine.

Entryway - large contemporary front yard stone entryway idea in Los Angeles with no cover

Julie Soefer Photography
Inspiration for a transitional entryway remodel in Houston

The architecture of this mid-century ranch in Portland’s West Hills oozes modernism’s core values. We wanted to focus on areas of the home that didn’t maximize the architectural beauty. The Client—a family of three, with Lucy the Great Dane, wanted to improve what was existing and update the kitchen and Jack and Jill Bathrooms, add some cool storage solutions and generally revamp the house. We totally reimagined the entry to provide a “wow” moment for all to enjoy whilst entering the property. A giant pivot door was used to replace the dated solid wood door and side light. We designed and built new open cabinetry in the kitchen allowing for more light in what was a dark spot. The kitchen got a makeover by reconfiguring the key elements and new concrete flooring, new stove, hood, bar, counter top, and a new lighting plan. Our work on the Humphrey House was featured in Dwell Magazine.

Sea-Dar Construction dpf Design, Inc. Rob Karosis
Staircase - traditional wooden curved staircase idea in Boston with painted risers

Inspiration for a small contemporary light wood floor foyer remodel in San Francisco with beige walls and a white front door

Trendy wooden floating open and cable railing staircase photo

The potting shed is a charming glass enclosure with a sink and benches for flower arranging. The Dutch door and mullioned windows reflect the American vernacular architecture of the house.

Carolyn Bates Photography
Inspiration for a timeless slate floor mudroom remodel in Burlington with white walls