Posts tagged interior design
10 Things to Know Before Your Remodel

Talking about what to expect in a remodel is one thing…but then, it’s dangerously easy to compare the remodel of your dreams to the stuff you see on television.

There are, in fact, some things to know before you remodel. Yes…your project is still happening—your dream WILL come true! You just want to be prepared so that day-one of demolition doesn’t kick off a harried sequence of events.

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What every designer wants you to know about Waterproof Wood

Yes you read that right. Waterproof wood! How is this possible? In simple terms, there is a special coating on the surface of the wood that makes it waterproof. In technical terms, “ A hydrophobic sealant is applied to the top of the hardwood veneer which protects the plank from water damage. Also, the testing found that due to the thickness of the veneer, combined with the SPC waterproof core, water will evaporate before damage occurs to the veneer or subfloor.” The official term for the material is H2O Waterproof Hardwood. Here we will go into a few of the most commonly asked questions about this amazing flooring!

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6 Professional Tips on How to Style Your Shelves

Have you ever looked at a well designed home and thought “How does this look so beautiful and why can’t I do that?” Well, as designers, we are here for you! Having a well designed space starts and ends with the details. Because we believe that beautiful shelves play a big part in showcasing the design of your home, we have compiled a short list of tips to help style the shelves in your space. By the end of this article, you will be a pro, and if you need a little more guidance, don’t worry, we have some tools to help!

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The 6 (Emotional) Steps of Surviving a Remodel

Remodeling your home can be a huge commitment. With over a decade of experience under our belts, we’ve noticed that there’s a wild roller coaster ride of emotions that come along with rip, tear, and rebuild of our client’s spaces. If you, too, are considering a new space, here’s what you can expect: from start to finish.

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How We Did It: Powder Bath Pop with Wild Wallpaper

Your powder room is an essential part of your home. It’s a room that both you and your guests will definitely use, so it’s important that it looks exactly how you want. If your powder room is outdated, then it’s time to freshen up where you freshen up! Here are our hacks for making the most of your powder room.

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Creating a High Contrast Kitchen Remodel

Move aside, tone-on-tone…it’s all about high contrast in this Santa Luz kitchen remodel. See how we used CoreTec, Cleaf and Quartz contertops to create a piano-inspired space for our music teacher clients!

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Spanish Resort Style Master Bath Remodel

Spanish-inspired graphic tile makes its way to this Resort Style Master bathroom remodel complete with soaking tub, oversized countertops and some creative and unconventional design materials. See how it all came together here!

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Why Hire a Savvy Team: 6 Reasons to Consider

Savvy Interiors Owner and Designer Susan Wintersteen is shedding light on the 6 reasons why you'd want to hire a Savvy Team of Contractors for your design or remodel project. Believe us when we say it will save you time, money and headaches! 

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2018 Color of the Year: Office Remodel for the Whole Family

Reclaim the unused formal sitting area in your home and create a space that the whole family can utilize. In a recent Del Sur remodel, we introduced Sherwin Williams 2018 Color of the Year: Oceanside, to bring a bright and modern punch to an otherwise dreary space.

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What is Spanish Modern?

Every late 90s early 2000's builder seemed to love the California Tuscan aesthetic, expecially in Southern California. Those homes are now approaching 20 years old. Here's how we tackled those architectural nuances with what we've dubbed as 'Spanish Modern' style. Patterned graphic tiles, earthy textures and reclaimed wood pull this space from dated to dreamy.

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How we did it: Shiplap Shower

Thinking outside the box never looked so good! We used THIS unconventional outdoor material to make a waterproof, bathroom-ready SHIPLAP shower! Accented with gold fixtures, graphic pattern floor tile and our favorite warm grey colored vanity, this space comes together with clean, classic charm and really opens up a previously dark and cramped space.

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