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What does a roof deck look like when every part of the roof, even areas deemed uninhabitable and structurally weak, is utilized and optimized?
This large midcentury home on the edge of Presidio National Park in San Francisco had an incredible location and views. But the original roof deck suffered from poor design detailing that had rendered it a leaking, deteriorating mess. Even worse, the previous owner had covered three roof areas surrounding the deck with river stones, structurally overloading the building and endangering its occupants.
We removed the river stones and everything else down to the framing. An expertly detailed drainage and waterproofing system underlies everything above. The deck and access stairs are surfaced with durable and refined porcelain pavers. The guardrail is made from custom stainless steel supports with clear, low-iron, laminated glass spanning between for an unobstructed view. Heated seats make watching the chilly fog roll in through the gate comfy.
Planting and greenery surround the deck. The type varies depending on structural conditions- a deep planter sits on top of a structural wall, sedums in shallow soil occupy the strong edges of the surrounding rooftops, and faux grass turf fills out the middle in areas that can’t support the weight of wet soil.

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What does a roof deck look like when every part of the roof, even areas deemed uninhabitable and structurally weak, is utilized and optimized?
This large midcentury home on the edge of Presidio National Park in San Francisco had an incredible location and views. But the original roof deck suffered from poor design detailing that had rendered it a leaking, deteriorating mess. Even worse, the previous owner had covered three roof areas surrounding the deck with river stones, structurally overloading the building and endangering its occupants.
We removed the river stones and everything else down to the framing. An expertly detailed drainage and waterproofing system underlies everything above. The deck and access stairs are surfaced with durable and refined porcelain pavers. The guardrail is made from custom stainless steel supports with clear, low-iron, laminated glass spanning between for an unobstructed view. Heated seats make watching the chilly fog roll in through the gate comfy.
Planting and greenery surround the deck. The type varies depending on structural conditions- a deep planter sits on top of a structural wall, sedums in shallow soil occupy the strong edges of the surrounding rooftops, and faux grass turf fills out the middle in areas that can’t support the weight of wet soil.
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Winner of NKBA Bath in the Small Bath Category.
Custom designed vanity in a 48" area includes total
organization in a small area. The vanity is a lesser depth with a bump out for the sink area making it less massive in the small space.
It has 3 narrow draws for make-up and a woman sundries. 1 slightly higher draw for bottles and creams, shaving cream a deep draw with a socket and storage for a hair blower, brushes, hair implements and a built in hamper.
The Robern curved reccess medicine cabinet with lights, 2 side cabinets are mirrored inside out, includes adjustable glass shelves, radio, plugs and a defogger to prevent steam from the shower fogging up the glass.
Notice there is a crown molding running around the ceiling in marble, which supports the mirrored ceiling without using unsightly metal moldings for support.

Relax in modern style with this versatile modular sectional sofa that is fully adaptable to your needs. The Manacor is a custom made piece of furniture crafted by the world-renowned Spanish manufacturer Famaliving. This sectional has the capability to be a left or right hand facing sectional with a quick swap of the sections. Seperate the two sections and have a setup for two individual seating sections or add the ottoman at the end for additional seating. The two sections can also be easily pushed together to form a bed perfect for friends or family. The Manacor can come upholstered in a wide variety of multi-colored and patterned fabrics. The frame of the Manacor is crafted from pine wood and MDF construction making it very durable. All Fama products use a webbing system for suspension and support instead of the old spring design that will sag over years to come. Attached to the bottom of the sofa is are brown finished wooden square leg supports that allow the sofa to maintain its low profile look.
Dimensions: Customizable
We deliver Nationwide!
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Famaliving San Diego
401 University Ave,
San Diego, CA 92103
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Add stylish, whimsical design to your living room with the Josephine modern sofa. It’s so stylishly made with graceful curves that we won’t be surprised if every guest you entertain will end up asking you, “Where did you get that sofa?” The Josephine is a custom made piece of furniture that’s constructed by the world-renowned Spanish manufacturer Famaliving. The combination of round and straight lines in its design offer a stylish unique look that is truly one of a kind. It can come upholstered in leather or in a wide range of colored and patterned fabrics. The frame of the Josephine is strong and crafted from pine wood and MDF, making it very durable for long-lasting use. Like all Fama products, this sofa uses a webbing system for suspension and support instead of the old spring design that will sag over time. You’ll also have the option of using chrome-finished metal or black-finished wooden legs supports for the bottom, which allow the sofa to have it low profile look.
Dimensions: 94.5"W x 43.3"D x 36.2"H
We deliver Nationwide!
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Famaliving San Diego
401 University Ave,
San Diego, CA 92103
Questions? Ready to purchase?
Tel. 1-619-900-7674
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The steep hillside lot had been developed with a single-family residence (1965), which was at the maximum area for local zoning; therefore, the only way to enlarge the residence was to add a basement. During the cost analysis process, it became clear that supporting the house while creating a basement – and then substantially remodeling the remaining structure – would require far more effort and treasure than to replace the house entirely.
Located just over one mile from the San Andreas Fault, the Owners tasked the design team to find a superior solution to the “Life Safety” standard required by Code. The team combined advances in seismic analysis and building technology to create for the owners one of the most seismically resilient houses built in the US.
The newly designed house takes full advantage of the potential of this beautiful site. The home centers on large public rooms opening to outdoor spaces and the use of natural light. On the top level, the kitchen and family room sit side-by-side creating a shared space, with an expansive floor-to-ceiling folding door system allowing the rooms to open completely to the south-facing upper terrace and garage roof deck. An outdoor cooking area supports both family dinners as well as large gatherings of friends and family. Also on the top level, a living room and lounge area open to a large deck cantilevered high above the ground and oriented to the northern views. The feeling of being “in the trees” enhances the connection to the impressive landscape.

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The West Town GreenStar Retrofit is a historic landmarked two-flat in Ukranian Village that was converted to an efficient, healthy, and modern single-family home, while keeping interior and exterior historic character details. Special emphasis was put on indoor air quality and indoor-outdoor connections. The design focuses on non-toxic materials, good ventilation, low energy and water use, and the biophilic health advantages of light and views of nature. The kitchen, work, and family zones have views of the sun-filled south garden, an oasis in the urban environment containing native plants and fruit trees, rain garden, vegetable garden, chicken coop, apiary, and a patio. Outdoor connection and daylighting are also optimized through the skylight on the top level which spills light down the staircase. The energy strategy began with thorough retrofit insulation and air sealing, and included high performance windows and doors, solar thermal (hot water) and solar photovoltaic (electricity production) systems which support electric vehicle (EV) charging and high-efficiency smart lighting and appliances. HVAC is supplied by a combination of radiant heat, mini-split heat pumps, and a conditioning energy recovery ventilation system (CERV).

A wine cellar that literally takes your breath away when you walk through the door. The Barrel ceiling with custom forged staves takes you inside the barrel. The Waterfall racking on both sides gives dimension to the room with a wine barrel as the focal point. The lighting valance around the room supports the lighting which illuminates that warm glow. A cork floor provides a unique look as well as protection for those bottles that may accidentally fall. The back of the custom door was completely covered by corks. The pull out computer drawer supports the computer inventory system attached to the individual metal wine tags attached to the racking. Photo taken by Inviniti Cellar Design

The steep hillside lot had been developed with a single-family residence (1965), which was at the maximum area for local zoning; therefore, the only way to enlarge the residence was to add a basement. During the cost analysis process, it became clear that supporting the house while creating a basement – and then substantially remodeling the remaining structure – would require far more effort and treasure than to replace the house entirely.
Located just over one mile from the San Andreas Fault, the Owners tasked the design team to find a superior solution to the “Life Safety” standard required by Code. The team combined advances in seismic analysis and building technology to create for the owners one of the most seismically resilient houses built in the US.
The newly designed house takes full advantage of the potential of this beautiful site. The home centers on large public rooms opening to outdoor spaces and the use of natural light. On the top level, the kitchen and family room sit side-by-side creating a shared space, with an expansive floor-to-ceiling folding door system allowing the rooms to open completely to the south-facing upper terrace and garage roof deck. An outdoor cooking area supports both family dinners as well as large gatherings of friends and family. Also on the top level, a living room and lounge area open to a large deck cantilevered high above the ground and oriented to the northern views. The feeling of being “in the trees” enhances the connection to the impressive landscape.

Add the Helsinki to your living space and be amazed at how much it will enhance your home’s decor because of its stylish, modern design. It’s such a beautifully constructed piece of furniture that your guests will ask you, “Where did you get it?” The Helsinki is masterfully crafted by the world-renowned Spanish manufacturer Famaliving. The combination of round and straight pieces offer a stylish unique look that is truly one of a kind. This sofa can come upholstered in a variety of colored and patterned fabrics, including leather. The frame of the Helsinki is constructed with pine wood and MDF, making it very durable for long-lasting use. Like all Fama products, it uses a webbing system for suspension and support instead of the old spring design that will sag over time. Attached to the bottom of the sofa are chrome-finished metal or black-finished wooden leg supports that allow the sofa to maintain its low profile look.
Dimensions: Customizable
We deliver Nationwide!
Visit our showroom at:
Famaliving San Diego
401 University Ave,
San Diego, CA 92103
Questions? Ready to purchase?
Tel. 1-619-900-7674
sandiego@famaliving.com

Wellness doesn't have to mean going somewhere special. At Arden Springdale, it's part of the experience of coming home.
Homeowners can choose from features such as invigorating cold plunges and relaxing saunas, enjoying the colorful raised garden beds, and enhanced air and water filtration systems. These details are designed to support a healthier, more balanced lifestyle without having to leave home to find it.
It's a thoughtful approach to modern homeownership: creating spaces that are more than simply beautiful, they support the way you want to live.

By adding the Opera sectional sofa to your living space you'll enhance your home's decor because this piece of modern furniture takes stylish design to a whole new level. Everyone who visits you will end up asking you where you got it. The Opera is custom made and crafted by the world-renowned Spanish manufacturer Famaliving. The combination of round and straight pieces offer a contemporary unique look that is truly one of a kind. This sofa can come upholstered in a variety of colored and patterned fabrics, including leather. The frame of the Opera is crafted from pine wood and MDF materials making it extremely durable. All Fama products use a webbing system for suspension and support instead of the old spring design that will sag over time. Attached to the bottom of the sofa are chrome-finished metal or black-finished wooden leg supports that allow the sofa to maintain its low profile design.
Dimensions: Customizable
We deliver Nationwide!
Visit our showroom at:
Famaliving San Diego
401 University Ave,
San Diego, CA 92103
Questions? Ready to purchase?
Tel. 1-619-900-7674
sandiego@famaliving.com

Evergreen completed this elegant kitchen renovation in Carmel Valley, starting with comprehensive demolition and electrical upgrades to support modern appliance requirements. We installed dedicated circuits for the professional-grade gas range, built-in microwave, and side-by-side refrigerator, ensuring all connections meet current California electrical codes and energy efficiency standards.
Plumbing reconfiguration centered the island sink for optimal workflow, with new supply lines and properly vented drainage systems. The pot filler faucet installation above the range required additional water line routing through the wall with shutoff valves for safety and maintenance access.
Custom shaker-style cabinetry was installed with precision leveling and European-style hinges featuring soft-close mechanisms throughout. The open shelving units required secure wall mounting with concealed brackets, engineered to support dishware weight while maintaining the floating aesthetic. Full-height cabinets maximize vertical storage and create visual height in the space.
Quartz countertops were templated on-site for perfect fit, with clean mitered edges and seamless integration around the cooktop cutout. The classic white subway tile backsplash extends to the ceiling, installed with consistent grout lines and careful cuts around electrical outlets and the pot filler fixture. The total white creates a fresh, luminous atmosphere enhanced by brushed gold hardware and fixtures that add warmth and sophistication. Three glass globe pendant lights with brass accents provide both task lighting and visual interest above the island. Wide-plank oak flooring grounds the bright space with natural texture, while the connection to the outdoor deck visible through the glass doors embodies the indoor-outdoor flow of Carmel Valley living.

The house is fully rehabilitated to high contemporary architectural standards in the spirit of Curtis & Davis’ pioneering embrace of the newest technologies and methods available in architecture at the time in their works.
In this spirit, the south façade, water damaged beyond repair after Hurricane Katrina, was redesigned to be composed entirely of floor-to-ceiling 7’ x 9’ sliding glass panels floating separately from any columns or supporting walls.
Bringing back the overhang as a design feature involved completely rebuilding the home’s roof and further extending it past the previously relocated façade. The resulting overhang restores the original design intent and indoor-outdoor livability of the house while fully concealing the presence of a new steel structural system needed for its support.
Photo by Neil Alexander

A wine cellar that literally takes your breath away when you walk through the door. The Barrel ceiling with custom forged staves takes you inside the barrel. The Waterfall racking on both sides gives dimension to the room with a wine barrel as the focal point. The lighting valance around the room supports the lighting which illuminates that warm glow. A cork floor provides a unique look as well as protection for those bottles that may accidentally fall. The back of the custom door was completely covered by corks. The pull out computer drawer supports the computer inventory system attached to the individual metal wine tags attached to the racking.
Photo taken by Inviniti Cellar Design

Bathroom Remodel/Renovation - Maynard MA
Project: Designed and renovated a kitchen and a full bathroom. We framed a new larger opening leading from the kitchen into the dining room and installed a new support beam and leveled the floors. We updated the electrical panel by installing a 200-amp panel that included a 200-amp grounding system and whole house surge protector.
Bathroom: Vanity is Waypoint 650F Painted Linen cabinets with Dominique Square Bar Pulls by Hardware Resources in Matte Black. The countertop is Cosmos Quartz Calacatta Sponda with a Kingston Brass Courtyard 18-1/4" rectangular ceramic undermount sink and a bathroom faucet by Pfister - Tenet 1.2 GPM Wall Mounted Widespread Bathroom Faucet. The accent wall is Parry Teal Blue 3x8 Fish scale glossy ceramic wall tile by Tilebar. The mirror is Caskill 24 x 36 arch MDF framed black mirror by Kate and Laurel. The accessories for the bathroom are all by Symmons Dia a Towel Bar, Robe Hook, Towel Ring, and Toilet Paper Holder installed. Lights installed are Rod LED Sconces in Dark Bronze by West Elm. The toilet installed is an Eco UltraMax by TOTO.
Custom tiled shower and flooring: The walls are a subway tile in 4x12 white glossy by MSI. The shower floor is Meadowmere Black Hexagon 3" matte ceramic hexagon tile by Tilebar. We installed a corner seat and three corner shelves as well as a threshold by Best Tile. Shower fixtures are by Symmons a Dia pressure balanced shower system with shower head, hand shower, slide bar and hose. The shower door is a DreamLine Enigma Air 56" - 60" W x 76" H frameless sliding shower door. We finished the bathroom off with Level White 1" Hexagon matte porcelain mosaic tile by Tilebar.

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Mercer Island Full-Scale Remodel — Case Study
This full-home transformation on Mercer Island, WA, was completed for a tech couple from California who envisioned turning an outdated property into a functional, high-value residence — and later sold it as a successful investment.
Added Square Footage: 1,283 sq ft
Project Scope
- Full interior reconfiguration — removed existing walls and beams, installed new structural support
- Created an expansive open-concept living room and a massive kitchen with custom built-in cabinetry
- Enlarged the primary bedroom and added a luxury en-suite with oversized shower, walk-in closet, and high-end finishes
- Added a dedicated laundry room, full main-floor bathroom, and a guest half-bathroom
- Installed a brand-new heating system
- Installed a brand-new central cooling (AC) system
Second Floor Addition
- The home originally had no second floor — only an attic
- We built a full second level with a large bedroom, bathroom, hallway, and a walk-in storage closet
- Designed a cozy reading nook with a window seat overlooking the street
Exterior & Garage
- Installed panoramic patio doors opening to a redesigned backyard
- Completed full landscaping and upgraded the garage

The modern style and simple clean lines of the Monterey platform bed show off the rich variety of Amber’s colors. The expert construction features a craftsman-built frame in solid sustainable bamboo, with softly rounded edges, and turned and tapered legs. The prominent headboard provides a restful surface, angled for good looks and comfortable lounging in bed. Sustainable and earth friendly, Amber is not a surface stain, the color is the result of an innovative new process using earth friendly heat and steam, to entirely transform the solid bamboo material into Amber’s deep color. Variation in grain and color enrich the natural beauty of bamboo furniture and make each piece unique. Slight differences in bamboo shade colors are signs that the furniture has been crafted from solid bamboo and is considered a benchmark of quality. The Monterey platform bed is designed for use with a mattress only, which is supported with a solid bamboo European slat system, eliminating the need for a box spring, and providing constant ventilation for your mattress. Available in Queen & Eastern King. Discover the expert craftsmanship packed into each piece of Greenington bamboo furniture. Greenington furniture is made using an earth friendly, renewable resource harvested from fully sustainable and rapidly growing forests.
Features:
• Crafted in 100% solid Moso bamboo
• No plywood, particle board, or MDF
• Earth friendly, sustainable resource
• 20% harder than Red Oak
• Amber bamboo coloring is achieved through heat & pressure - No stain
• Beautifully finished all the way around
• Solid bamboo slat system, no box spring needed
• Tough metal to metal connecting hardware
• Easy Assembly, no tools required

Complete Hillside Backyard Renovation, El Paso – by GoDesigns
This breathtaking backyard transformation in the historic area of El Paso, Texas, is a shining example of GoDesigns’ vision, expertise, and resilience. Situated on a challenging hillside property, the original backyard installed in 2005 was plagued by critical design flaws that led to a complete failure of the outdoor space. The existing negative edge pool, improperly installed with insufficient grade, drainage, and support, caused massive water loss and structural issues. The consequences were severe — the side rock wall broke in half, the backyard destabilized, and even a portion of the house was compromised.
GoDesigns was brought in to turn crisis into opportunity. During the height of COVID-19, they launched Phase 1 of a multi-phase master plan to restore and reinvent the space. The entire backyard was demolished, including the compromised pool shell. The broken negative edge section was filled in, making way for a reimagined pool design. A new, reinforced pool structure was shot, finished with 5cm tumbled travertine coping, oversized mossrock boulders, new waterline tile, and a premium PebbleTec interior.
Beneath the beauty lies smart engineering: GoDesigns replaced all plumbing and regraded the property, applying subsurface remediation and compaction techniques to ensure long-term stability. A new rocksalt steel reinforced concrete deck was poured, replacing the narrow wraparound layout with a spacious, functional outdoor living area. Now, the family enjoys ample room for chaise lounges, alfresco dining, and relaxing by the existing outdoor fireplace — luxuries they never had before.
GoDesigns didn’t stop there. Advanced drainage systems — including underground piping, box drains, and planter drains — were installed to protect the integrity of the hillside. These systems are integrated into leveled planters that not only beautify the space but also reinforce the structure of the pool and surrounding terrain.
Phase 2 focused on upgrading the patio directly outside the main house, while Phase 3 was the final touch — a lush landscape planting plan paired with elegant outdoor lighting to enhance ambiance and curb appeal.
What was once a scene of despair is now a luxurious retreat — completed in thoughtfully timed phases over four years. Thanks to GoDesigns’ master planning and unwavering commitment, this hillside haven is a true testament to transformation. The clients are now looking forward to their next chapter: the front yard.
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