Jeff McNamara
Large elegant gender-neutral dark wood floor and brown floor walk-in closet photo in New York with white cabinets and flat-panel cabinets

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.”

Example of a transitional white tile alcove shower design in DC Metro with white cabinets, gray walls and gray countertops

This bedroom was designed for a sweet couple who's dream was to live in a beach cottage. After purchasing a fixer-upper, they were ready to make their dream come true. We used light and fresh colors to match their personalities and played with texture to bring in the beach-house-feel. Photo courtesy of Chipper Hatter: www.chipperhatter.com

Cottage master gray floor freestanding bathtub photo in DC Metro with black cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink, white countertops and recessed-panel cabinets

Builder: John Kraemer & Sons, Inc. - Architect: Charlie & Co. Design, Ltd. - Interior Design: Martha O’Hara Interiors - Photo: Spacecrafting Photography

Modern Man's closet with sliding doors
Example of a mid-sized minimalist men's reach-in closet design in Los Angeles

This home was featured in the January 2016 edition of HOME & DESIGN Magazine. To see the rest of the home tour as well as other luxury homes featured, visit http://www.homeanddesign.net/dream-house-prato-in-talis-park/

Powder room - contemporary gray tile and mosaic tile powder room idea in New York with gray walls

Madeline Harper Photography
Example of a large farmhouse master porcelain tile and gray floor freestanding bathtub design in Austin with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, a drop-in sink, quartz countertops, a hinged shower door and white countertops

Our designer has achieved a stylish look by combining dark cabinets and light-colored marbles.

Elegant ceramic tile kitchen photo in Dallas with ceramic backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Example of a classic patio design in Los Angeles

Inspiration for a transitional bathroom remodel in New York

Living room - 1960s living room idea

Jennifer Mayo Studios
Small beach style l-shaped vinyl floor and gray floor eat-in kitchen photo with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, turquoise cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island