Welcome to our first ever S+P BEFORE + AFTER!!
These Marin clients had decided to downsize from a larger house that never quite felt like “them”, in order to fully remodel and create a home that truly reflected them as a family. Lucky for us, since they happen to be the coolest family ever, with beautiful taste to boot! They asked us to make this house their happy place, with a light, airy, contemporary cottage vibe, incorporating layers of texture and raw materials. They also requested some unique found and traveled objects throughout, which allowed us to introduce many S+P rugs, textiles + accessories from our travels.
In order to give the house a slightly more cottage-y feel without compromising the modern aesthetic, we added tongue + groove boarding on select walls and ceilings. Since the family was downsizing and in dire need of storage, we designed custom built-in cabinetry pieces throughout the house, including a wall to wall unit in the breakfast nook with glass panels to display their many eclectic accessories + dishware. In order for them to take full advantage of Marin's year-round beautiful weather, we turned the otherwise-forgotten side yard into a large private bluestone patio, complete with a fire pit, latticed pergola/outdoor dining room, BBQ station, and wrap-around bench seating.
One of our favorite parts of working on this home was getting to commission and incorporate custom pieces from local artists and makers, including an intricate art-piece-turned-barn-door by Aleksandra Zee, a stunning cloud-like pendant by The California Workshop, and the client’s existing 8’ x 10’ painting by Zio Ziegler.
We put our heart and soul into making this family’s dream a reality, and the result is one of our favorite projects to date. Check out the journey below from start to finish!
Photo Cred: Robert Vente, Fiona Burr + Johanna Vente
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A big thank you to everyone who collaborated on this project!
Construction by Leimer Construction
Landscaping by Elliot Land Management
Cabinetry + Casework by Leonardo's Casework + Design
Window Coverings + Upholstery by Laurie Soldmann Custom Interior Sewing
Painting by Kala Painting Mill Valley (Laoufi Kala)
Tile by Tony's Tile and Stone
Electrical by Andrew Moore
Plumbing by Neil Thorpe
Absolutely beautiful! Such a beautiful change full of light!