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5 Designers Share Their Secrets For Achieving California-Cool Style

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March 12, 2020

There’s a reason why California style is loved by more than just those who live by the beach. Natural wovens, earth tones and crisp white linens emulate a “go with the flow” sensibility. Even if you’re miles from the shore, you can take inspiration from this laid-back aesthetic no matter where you live. We sat down with five West Coast designers and asked them their must-haves for bringing California-cool style home.

Think Light & Bright

“Bright, sunny spaces with neutral foundations exude a classic California version of coastal vibes,” says Los Angeles-based designer Stefani Stein.

Photographer: Tessa Neustadt; Jenna Peffley (headshot)

Designer: Stefani Stein

Add A Splash Of Drama

“California isn’t only about minimalistic neutrals though. An eclectic aesthetic has long been synonymous with California’s fun-loving lifestyle. While current interpretations are a bit more toned down than the likes of the great American artist Tony Duquette, his influence certainly still lives on today.”

Photographer: Dan Arnold

Designer: Stefani Stein

Master The Mix

“Laidback luxury brings that subtle mix of glamorous refinement and effortless California living.”

Photographer: Jenna Peffley

Designer: Stefani Stein

Get Moody

“A bit of black can be a more dramatic take on neutral interiors and just the right amount of edge for infusing your space with that California-cool feel.”

Photographer: Dan Arnold

Designer: Stefani Stein

Go Green

“Earthy hues abound. Try using a palette inspired by nature in your home.”

Photographer: Tessa Neustadt

Designer: Stefani Stein

Opt For Curated & Casual

“The best way to channel your inner Californian is to put on some Jack Johnson, take a few ocean air filled deep breaths and remember that home decor is not that deep,” says Hermosa Beach-based designer Kate Lester. “Your home should always be a direct reflection of the people who live there and Californians embrace this concept really well. Turn an oversized still of your favorite surf movie into art and pair it with a vintage ladder you found at a flea market on your first date with your spouse. Keep it simple, but make it meaningful.”

Photographer: Shannen Norman; Amy Bartlam (portrait)

Designer: Kate Lester

Embrace All Of The Light

“California style is casual, curated and always secondary to a lifestyle that brings the outdoors in. Californians have a natural-born obsession with the outdoors, so when building a home natural light is key. Our mantra is: ‘When in doubt, add more windows,’ and I think it’s a good one. Adding windows and door transoms help the natural light flow throughout the home and make it instantly brighter and more welcoming.”

Photographer: Amy Bartlam

Designer: Kate Lester

Go For High-Low

“I think that universally California style is this really strange mixture of accessibility and aspiration. I always say that Californians embrace a high-low culture, and a lot of that is reflected in our decor vibe. Gorgeous waterfront homes are often adorned with custom upholstery and commissioned art, while the inhabitants are often most proud of the funky, one-of-a-kind vintage wood bench they found at the Melrose Flea Market.”

Photographer: Amy Bartlam

Designer: Kate Lester

Achieve Livable Luxury

“We like to call it ‘livable luxury’, and it means high-quality comfy sofas (in machine-washable fabrics), vintage rugs that can take a beating and woods that are washed, bleached and distressed. ”

Photographer: Amy Bartlam

Designer: Kate Lester

Embrace The Blues

“Blues are synonymous with California culture, but while most people tend to lean towards turquoise and seafoam when they want to bring in a California vibe, I tend to go bigger. I much prefer the crisp contrast of a bright white and a deep navy (Benjamin Moore’s Hale Navy is the color in this kitchen) or black. Just because a room is coastal-inspired doesn’t mean it should be a snoozefest sea of pastels without any contrast. Darker colors anchor a space and create a visual depth that allows natural textures and materials to pop.”

Photographer: Amy Bartlam

Designer: Kate Lester

Keep It Comfortable

“My favorite thing about designing a space in this style is creating an inviting room for people to really live in,” says L. A.-based designer Breegan Jane. “The overall sensibility is that nothing is too precious. Get cozy on the couch, use the throw blankets… live in this space and choose the pieces that will let you do that comfortably!”

Photographer: Ryan Garvin

Designer: Breegan Jane

Get A Green Thumb

“Outdoor living is one of the biggest draws to the California lifestyle, so bringing the outdoors in is a must for this type of design. Houseplants like cacti, succulents and snake plants are great for adding that indoor/outdoor element to any space. Rubber trees are another great choice since they don’t need much light and are easy to take care of.”

Photographer: Ryan Garvin

Designer: Breegan Jane

Layer, Layer, Layer

“Layering is the key in achieving the comfortable and well-balanced look of a California Cool space. By layering various colors, textures, materials, textiles and even furniture pieces, you create a depth, warmth and sophistication in the space.”

Photographer: Ryan Garvin

Designer: Breegan Jane

Shop Local

“Incorporate handmade and original items! Unique pottery, local art or woven baskets can help create a curated look and the slight bohemian touch found in this style. They key here, though, is less is more. Find a few pieces you love but work to keep the space minimal and clutter-free.” One of the  benefits of hiring a Wellesley Interior Designer is they already have a good relationship with the best suppliers.

Photographer: Ryan Garvin

Designer: Breegan Jane

Never Say “No” To Neutrals

“A color palette of tans, whites, beiges and touches of wood for warmth will set the tone for the space. Whites are always an easy way to rest the eyes and make things more expansive.”

Photographer: Ryan Garvin

Designer: Breegan Jane

Embrace Earth Tones

“A soothing and natural color scheme lends to that Cali-cool aesthetic,” says L.A.-based designer Joyce Downing Pickens. “Lean towards colors inspired by nature: greens, tans, blues, creams and any natural wood tones.”

Photographer: Amy Bartlam

Designer: Joyce Downing Pickens

Let The Outdoors In

“With the indoor-outdoor living sensibilities in California, I always make sure the outdoor furniture flows with the indoor furniture. They shouldn’t feel like a complete departure from each other. Choose furniture that feels cohesive indoors and out.”

Photographer: Amy Bartlam

Designer: Joyce Downing Pickens

Create An Entertaining-Friendly Space

“In California, we very often entertain at home (as opposed to, say, New York City where everyone goes out), so the layout is imperative. It absolutely must focus on optimal seating for group settings and feel comfy and cozy for a relaxed get-together.”

Photographer: Amy Bartlam

Designer: Joyce Downing Pickens

Try Something Unexpected

“We don’t take ourselves too seriously here, so incorporating something funky and unexpected into your design is a great way to infuse the California feel in your home. My favorite way to do this is with a unique sconce/light fixture or accent chair.”

Photographer: Amy Bartlam

Designer: Joyce Downing Pickens

Keep It Natural

“Layer your home with vintage textiles, aged woods and woven fibers for that laid back California vibe. Keep it natural and comfortable.”

Photographer: Jeff Mindell

Designer: Joyce Downing Pickens

Pay Attention To The Details

“We love to add small details to make a home feel collected, and this is a great way to incorporate your personal style,” says Seattle-based Kelie Grosso. “A special door knocker, cut wild flowers or a favorite piece of artwork in watery blues, greens and whites can add that California-cool feeling to any space.”

Photographer: Haris Kenjar

Designer: Kelie Grosso

Draw Inspiration From Your Surroundings

“We love to use color in bathrooms — especially watery blues and greens which feel fresh all year. This bathroom vanity in Benjamin Moore’s Fiji, brings just the right amount of sophisticated cool for grown-ups and kids alike.”

Photographer: Jim Henkens

Designer: Kelie Grosso

Don’t Forget The Bedding

“Washed linens and crisp cottons are always appropriate and appreciated at the beach — we love to use both in abundance! Low maintenance fabrics are perfect for creating a California-cool vibe, no matter where you live. We especially love the washed Irish linens from Holland & Sherry, and white cotton or linen sheeting is always welcomed by our clients.”

Photographer: Jim Henkens

Designer: Kelie Grosso

Wow With Wovens

“Natural woven materials are the first thing we pull when putting together a scheme for a project with a California vibe. We love McGuire and Palecek furnishings for this reason — everything is handmade to the highest standard and has a beautiful lightness to it. We love to use dining chairs, bar stools, artwork and accent tables with woven materials to add lightness and keep the sophisticated yet casual mood going strong.”

Photographer: Haris Kenjar

Designer: Kelie Grosso

Create A White Envelope

“White paint for the win, always, in California! The light is so good on the West Coast that we wouldn’t dream of using any other hue to compete with the natural beauty surrounding us. We love Benjamin Moore’s White Dove, Simply White and Decorator’s White — all go-to’s again and again for their natural, bright whiteness!”

Photographer: Haris Kenjar

Designer: Kelie Grosso

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The Best California Cool Interior Design Ideas

I’m so excited to share my California Cool interior design ideas with you today, and doubly excited that the trend is finally taking Australia by storm. How do I know this? Well, because I have clients asking me to execute this look in their home. That’s always a surefire sign that a particular style is gaining momentum.

Actually, I should point out that the clients who have come to me wanting this look don’t usually know that their style is California Cool at first. They come to me, as a client did this week, declaring themselves a bit coastal, a bit Scandi, a bit boho and a bit Mid-Century. And often they don’t know which style they should adopt.

Here’s the good news: you can adopt all four. Because that’s what California Cool is in a nutshell; a glorious blend of coastal, bohemian and Mid-Century design – with a little Scandi thrown in for good measure! It’s the coming together of so many awesome interior design styles, and it really allows for a lot of freedom in your style choices.

I’ve been in the thick of doing a lot of contemporary luxe and Hamptons styles in homes of late, so I’m really looking forward to rocking more of this design in properties across the country in the months to come.

These California cool interior design ideas might have you realising that you too, are indeed, a lover of this style. So scroll on through as we examine imagery from across the web, along with my tips on pulling off Cali cool design at your place.

I’ll see you in the comments at the end of the post.

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Cali Cool Mixes Four Popular Design Styles

As I already mentioned above, what makes California Cool interior design so amazing is that it’s a blend of four popular design styles that you already know and love. They are, in no particular order:

  1. The organic, rustic vibe of Coastal
  2. The laidback eclectic nature of Bohemian
  3. The muted, airy and minimalistic feel of Scandinavian
  4. And the vintage, character-packed style of Mid-Century

What makes California Cool even better is that you can control what dosage of the four design styles mentioned above you want in your space. And because there are so many different design influences at play, it really creates an interior that feels unique to you. Have a look at the rooms in this post and you’ll be able to find the four styles above reflected in the spaces, I promise!

It’s also really important to ensure you have the Mid-Century influences at play here. So many people will understand that blend of boho and coastal (it’s so popular at the moment). But Cali Cool is not that. It’s the Mid-Century pieces that really make it interesting and give the rooms a sense of story.

You’ll Love the Subdued Colour Palette

The California Cool interior design ideas you’ll see reflected in the images here are all quite neutral in colour. That’s not to say the spaces are boring by any means, but they definitely steer clear of bold colour statements.

White does the bulk of the heavy lifting when it comes to colour. And you know how it is with white; there are at least a thousand different shades of it. So get mixing all of those together and make sure you introduce other neutrals like cream, beige and soft grey into the mix too.

It’s not an all-white affair though. You’ll notice that brown and warm orange tones are present as well. They tend to be represented through materials like leather and timber though, rather than hanging a loudly coloured artwork on the wall.

Black is also showcased, but in rather small doses. Overall Cali Cool is a very warm scheme, cooled down only by the occasional pop of green in indoor plants, or very muted blue accents in accessories.

The room below is the perfect example of the kinds of blue accents you can bring in to create a sense of balance between warm and cool.

There’s a Wonderful Medley of Textures

Because the colours are so neutral, the rooms that rock California Cool design really amp up the texture. The spaces not only celebrate a medley of different materials, but there’s a great balance of hard and soft at play too.

Harder materials like timber, leather and ceramics sit alongside softer ones like wool, linen and velvet. What’s also so fantastic about the textures is the way they’re showcased. A chair, for example, can feature a wonderfully coarse woven rattan detail on the back and seat section, with curved gloss timber arms.

This isn’t simply a neutral scheme with layers and layers of material. It’s more of a celebration of texture and how it can be applied to a room in interesting ways.

The bench seat at the end of the bed in the image below, for example, is a nice illustration of my point; it’s not a stock standard straight-edge piece of furniture. It has a hand-crafted feel to it. The dining chairs in the post are much the same.

both images above via emily henderson

The Style Feels Curated Over Time

I love the idea behind California Cool interiors; that the rooms look (and usually are) built over time. It’s not a brand new feel. Rather, it’s a story that develops over the course of years, really allowing you to put your own stamp on it and celebrate your keepsakes and memories.

There’s absolutely a vintage story to be told here. Have a look through the images in this post and you’ll see that a lot of the rooms have furniture that looks one-of-a-kind. They have art that looks like it was collected on travels overseas. And there are decor pieces that look like they’ve been picked up at a market or second-hand store.

It’s this coming together of new design and pre-loved design that makes Cali Cool so full of depth and interest. And for those of you who have collected trinkets and treasures on travels, there are so many ways to work them into the mix.

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Not a fan of second hand furniture?

Don’t worry. It’s not absolutely essential that you pack in a flea market find. It’s just important to understand that there is a quirk at play in the rooms. It’s not all from the latest furniture store catalogue.

Homes that are full of purely brand new things always lack a bit of character, a bit of a story. Even when I work with design clients I’ll do my best to include some things they already have and showcase their mementoes or family photos.

So, at the very least, go through some of your packed-away keepsakes and have a think about how you could work them into your room. There’s also a craftiness to some of the art pieces, so if you’re creative in that respect you could make a wall hanging or something similar for your walls.

The wall hanging in the image below is all sorts of magic, don’t you think?

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Imperfection and Quirk is Celebrated

California Cool interior design loves weird stuff. It adores a furniture piece that isn’t perfect. And it loves a bit of a WTF moment in art and decor.

You could proudly display a hand-me-down rocking chair in a living room. You could embrace a tapestry or odd 3D object over your headboard. Or you could even have mis-matched lamps on your bedside table. The magic comes from embracing odd moments. Don’t be afraid to have a bit of a play.

It’s not just the pieces themselves that give rules the finger. It’s also the layout and configuration of spaces. They abandon the notion of formality and symmetry. Things at different heights are fine. Objects not centred on walls are encouraged. Sofa and armchairs don’t have to be placed in a configuration that makes sense. The relaxed look is essential.

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The Style is So Accessible Locally

There are so many stores that stock pieces that perfectly reflect the California Cool interior design ideas you’re looking at in this post. It’s just that so many of them won’t stock everything you need to pull off this vibe.

West Elm and Brosa, for example, are the go-to stores for all of that Mic-Century stuff. Norsu Interiors and RJ Living have a lot of the simple but chic Scandi gems. OZ Design does great coastal furniture and decor. And then brands like Uniqwa and La Casa Vita stock the bohemian goods.

Honestly, I never advocate getting everything from the one store anyway. The Cali Cool style is a look that evolves over time so do a little furniture and decor grazing at a number of stores and build the look up as you go. And as already mentioned, hit the markets or pick up something special from a boutique during a road trip adventure. California Cool is all about the eclectic.

I’ve got a mood board for you below that has some great California Cool design finds for you to shop. 

Shop the California Cool Mood Board

I’ve hand-selected a few of my fave California Cool interior design ideas from local suppliers so you can get a bit of this style at your place. All the links for the products you see are listed below. Time to ‘add to cart’!

My top bargain buy is the divine bedside table above from BIG W (it’s only $49!). But there are loads of goodies to explore, so I hope you see something you love. Starting from top left and moving across:

Ariana Framed Print Artwork | Wood and Ceramic Table Lamp | Arrow Cushion | Oat Cushion | Mud Cushion | Brass Tabletop Planters | Olympic Rings Coat Hanger | Rattan Bedside Table | Tribal Pattern Rug | Ethan Queen Size Bed | Aleah Printed Pasta Bowl | Fabric Wall Hanging | Solum Brass and Black Side Table | Mara Throw | Modern Lucas Armchair | Brown and Orange Petal Pot | Cream Striped Basket

Hopefully you found some great ideas above from the Cali Cool mood board. This style really does afford you the ability to mix and match a lot of different style finds.

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What do you make of Cali Cool Design?

I know so many of you are probably already rocking that blend of coastal and boho at home. It’s such a popular trend at the moment. Hopefully this post has inspired you to take that vibe and introduce a little more age and character. Bringing in the Mid-Century pieces also gives it a bit more depth and story, so I’m confident you’ll be able to make this look work at your place.

I’d love to hear your thoughts on this design style in the comments below.

🌞 California! Mini guide to California interior style

Today, few people try to make a house in any one style - too thoughtful interiors look like a lifeless shop window. And when you fill your apartment yourself, Scandinavian furniture, a Moroccan rug and a vintage chest of drawers can easily be combined in it.

Nevertheless, we are sure that knowing the basic principles of different interior schools is useful: it helps to better understand your own preferences and inspires change. Therefore, we are launching a series of materials about world interior design schools and trends. Let's start with California 🤠

California style is a mixture of Spanish colonial architecture and modernism

It appeared in the huge villas and hotels that sprawled along the Pacific coast in the early 20th century.

The legacy of the colonial Christian missionaries. After the discovery of America, the Spanish government decided to convert the local population to Christianity; for this, missionary settlements were organized on the coast.

And modernism appeared after the Second World War. The main starting point can be considered the pilot project Case Study Houses. This project was launched by the magazine Arts and Architecture - they commissioned the most famous architects of the time to develop the layout of a modern house. It was assumed that after the war such simple and affordable housing would be in great demand. Some houses were actually built on the west coast, but this project gained the greatest popularity thanks to the famous photographs of Julius Shulman.

The style is based on a lot of white, exposed beams, mismatched furniture and a little boho-chic

California style is a story about a relaxed life on the ocean in a huge sunny house with a chic living room and several bedrooms. These are the same houses of movie stars with huge pools and barbecue terraces.

Lots of white

California houses are very spacious and bright. White walls, curtains and ceiling reflect even more sunlight and make the space even more open.

Architect Katherine Carter, CA Architect Nicole Newkirk, CA Architect Nicole Newkirk, CA Architect Katherine Carter, CA

Wood Beamed Ceiling

Lots of accents, one of the highlights being exposed ceiling beams, wood window frames and doors. They look especially impressive on a white background.

Architect Katherine Carter, California Architect Sally Breer, Los Angeles Architect Rudolph Schindler, Los Angeles

Natural materials

Natural materials are the basis of many interior schools. But in California, wooden furniture, jute rugs, linen curtains and cotton-covered sofas create a special relaxed mood.

Architect Melanie Burstin, Los Angeles Architect Nicole Newkirk, California Architect Kerry Vasquez, Los Angeles

Modernist furniture

Bright and geometric photography blends into California interiors by Case and Study Houses by Juligen Schulman Modern architects are still inspired by these works (look at the pictures).

Architect Jennifer Robin Macdonald, San Francisco Architect Kerry Vasquez, Los Angeles Architect Kerry Vasquez, Los Angeles

Ethnic or boho accents

more relaxed than in other states. Man-made clutter, patterned rugs and bedspreads, fringed lamps all add to the lifestyle.

Architect Kerry Vasquez, Los Angeles Architect Katherine Carter, California Architect Kerry Vasquez, Los Angeles

How to bring California style to a Moscow apartment

Of course, Moscow is not California. But some elements of this relaxed style can add sun and air even to a gray Moscow winter.

1. Rough jute rug

In Californian interiors, you can often find a large jute rug in the living room or bedroom. It adds a marine mood to the room and does not draw attention to itself: it can be safely combined with any bright furniture.

Jute is a rather rough material, but it is pleasant to walk on it barefoot. It is better to protect it from seals and not to lay it in rooms with high humidity (jute absorbs water very well and dries very poorly).

Where to buy: H&M Home has similar rugs in every size and shape.

2. Large plant in a terracotta pot

Large plants in simple ceramic pots will dilute any interior and add freshness. If you do not like unglazed ceramics, you can look for an alternative in one of our selections: first, second, third.

Where to buy: large terracotta pots can be found in OBI, or you can order the right size in the TOKERAMIKA workshop.

3. Spanish majolica

Handmade majolica - a tribute to the Spanish heritage. In Californian homes, it is often used in bathrooms as the main accent. It looks especially impressive when combined with classic dark wood furniture.

Where to buy: beautiful tiles are made in Dymov.Keramika. We at Made use Spanish Dual Gres floor tiles for a Shoreditch style bathroom.

4. Vintage carved wood furniture

Modern Californian interiors benefit from antique furniture. An ancient chest of drawers, a record player or a chair with carved legs - the main thing here is not to overdo it so that the thing looks like a unique decoration.

Where to buy: for vintage, go to the Repeat Story store, to Avito, or to the real world - to the flea market in Novopodrezkovo.

5. American style large upholstered furniture

It is impossible to imagine any California home without large sofas and armchairs with a million pillows. If the size of the living room allows, you can arrange the same luxurious relaxation area at home.

Where to buy: Real American furniture can be found at Restoration Hardware.

California style in the interior

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Magnificent house design in the Californian style

Residential house, lost in a residential area of ​​the city of Pertholsdorf (Austria) looks completely untypical for a modern Austrian house.

This style of home decoration was especially popular on the California coast of the USA in the 70-80s of the last century.

The combination of virgin white, blue and turquoise, as well as the combined pool and garden, help create the illusion of being on the beach.

The facade of the house is decorated in a very unusual way. Only thin slats separate the courtyard of the house and the open parking lot, without disturbing the beauty of the luxurious pool located against the wall.

Huge sliding glass doors connect the chic rosewood kitchen with the home's backyard space. The contrast of the pink kitchen and the snow-white patio looks impressive.

Designer Smertnik Kraut Architekten was able to combine the classic style of the middle of the last century with modernity in an amazing way.

A snow-white table and bright yellow chairs in the shape of tulips, located in the backyard of the house, became a bright accent.

A cozy bedroom with a small rectangular window and a luxurious bathroom complete our tour of this house. Elegant and comfortable, it has taken its rightful place in the modern city.

California bungalow-style interior

In films and on the Internet, you have probably seen the interiors of luxurious houses overlooking the bay more than once. This is how Hollywood stars live and rest. So not averse to live each of us. And in principle, this is possible if we take the style of a Californian bungalow as a basis for interior design. It will be amazing and of course interesting!

Style concept
If you want to create an interior in the Californian style, then you don't have to memorize any rules and basics: you need to understand and feel the concept of the stylistic direction. Ultra-modern architecture was considered a classic of the genre: anti-geometry, clear lines, metal and glass… but at some point, without any collusion, Californians got tired of alien structures and decided to return, so to speak, to their roots. Now, Californian style is a colorful mix of eclectic, classic, country and, of course, boho beach style.

To see how it all fits together, imagine the typical San Francisco ranches and long, one-story houses that stood in the hot sun, and whose interior blended seamlessly into the exterior. Now remember what Hollywood bungalows looked like at the end of the last century. Combining these two images, you will get a real California interior style, shaped by Hollywood, but originated far from megacities.

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Colors and finishing materials
In general, the style of the California bungalow is distinguished by a light, natural color scheme, which is always based on white. As in the Mediterranean style, it is customary to use natural colors here. But accents can also be highlighted with mixed shades. For example, the Tiffany color in local application can be very appropriate in such an interior.

Since the Californian style of interior design is rooted in farmhouse decor, like country style, it is best to use natural materials for walls, floors and ceilings. So, the walls can be covered with textured plaster, the floor can be made of plank, and the white ceiling can be decorated with wooden beams or their imitation. Stylish blinds, which were bought in Kazan on the Svetlov website, will also fit here, the main thing is to withstand the color scheme.

Furniture
California bungalow style home furniture is a special topic. Wicker chairs, sofas upholstered in natural, rough leather and modern items, such as the diamond chair, will look good here at the same time. Also, designers often use furniture in the spirit of the 70s for such interiors. Rough wood furniture in country style can also come in handy. In a word, luxury items in this case will be quite appropriate, but they should not interrupt the leitmotif set by the original country and boho styles, because the bungalow is, first of all, a holiday home on the waterfront.

Decor
The decorative content of such an interior can be very diverse. Paintings with beach landscapes, photographs of palm trees in modern processing, posters with films and / or Hollywood actors can be used here . .. Carpets are very often found in Californian interiors. In general, textiles are of particular importance here, and, as a rule, they are decorated with ethnic patterns, as is customary in the boho style. At the same time, no one will forbid you to decorate furniture with real skins. Succulent plants in pots, especially cacti, will also be very relevant. 9one2

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    Coastlands Residence, Big Sur

    Not sure about you, but when I see Coastlands Residence , I feel like I'm in a luxury home from one of those trendy Hollywood movies. with all the rolling hills and the ocean, are breathtaking. Kudos to Carver + Schicketan for this stunning property in Big Sur.

    Mines Road House, Livermore

    A traditional 1950s ranch in the California countryside has undergone quite a tedious renovation to transform it into the amazing house we are now looking at. Project Mines Road House was designed by MacCracken Architects. They have turned it into a true gem of a beautiful Livermore community. How do you like it?

    Modern home with panoramic views, Mill Valley

    If you're looking for , the perfect retreat in California you may have found it. It is located on a 0.5 hectare site in the Mill Valley Hills, offering stunning panoramic views of the canyon and surrounding forests. And while it looks simple and unstylish on the outside, your jaw drops when it's full of color and joy.

    Russian Hill Residence, San Francisco

    Right in the heart of San Francisco. This is where Russian Hill Residence is located. This 5,800-square-foot LEED Platinum home is the work of a talented team of people from architecture studio John Maniscalco. For a $7 million price tag, it has three bedrooms, five bathrooms, an elevator, and more porn design than you might imagine. Absolutely love it!

    Green Themed Lago Vista, Beverly Hills,

    By painting it in shades of green to mimic the surrounding canyon of trees, this is how Aleks Istanbullu Architects managed to make Lago Vista stand out from the crowd. The sculpted house has a small footprint (855 square feet) and is located on Wood Drive in Beverly Hills. It consists of two volumes: the wing is focused on the kitchen, bedroom and bathroom, and the upper part with a large cube, where there is a seating area.

    Definitely a quiet, meditative and earth-friendly retreat, don't you think?

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