reduce | reuse | reimagine

every great design begins with an even better story

VINTAGE CABIN

A very unique Topanga cabin retreat. Formerly a leased ADU, the owners had us convert it to a short term rental while aiming for a minimal carbon footprint.


We outfitted the entire cabin: platform bed, retro/vintage furniture, rugs, patio set, couch, vintage bar set, and more for an incredibly low cost by — focusing on sustainability + sourcing as many items as possible from architectural salvage, estate sales, thrift shops...


This pragmatic approach is not only beautiful and bespoke, but ELEVATES your BOTTOM LINE!

BEFORE + AFTER

ADU FARMHOUSE

From no bookings to nearly booked-solid each month.... a small two "room" ADU studio. UPCYCLED & DESIGNED to be a short term rental while focusing on a minimal Carbon Footprint.


We furnished the entire studio: sheets, platform bed, custom headboard, bistro table, golden flatware, plants, artwork, outdoor furniture, et cetera for an incredibly low cost — by focusing on sustainability, and sourcing as many items as possible from architectural salvage + thrift shops.


This pragmatic approach is not only beautiful and bespoke, but INCREASES your PROFITS!

BEFORE + AFTER

seeing is believing

a picture is worth a thousand words

empty room
furnished room in vintage theme

OPEN CONCEPT CAN BE DAUNTING

here we created cozy and inviting vignettes that add personality and charm while maximizing flow and function.

WORK WITH WHATCHA GOT...

this incredible original feature wall that had been sorely neglected. we sanded it, stained it + turned it into a focal point.

lonely dressing room lights at low position in empty room
retro desk turned into a vanity with rectangle mirror under dressing room lights, red velvet cushion seat

DESIGN CONSTRAINTS ARE OPPORTUNITIES

Viewed differently, constraints are ingenuity enhancers. They push us to be both creative and strategic.

front deck with weathered dining chairs
front deck elevated with white acapulco chairs, side table and green pillows

FIRST IMPRESSIONS MATTER

with just seven seconds to try and sway a potential guest, the human mind figures out what it wants fairly quickly.