California cool

As we neared the top of the winding, picturesque road to shoot Lauren Conrad's house in the hills, the first thought to strike us was the breathtaking views over the Pacific Palisades.

How to get this unique and welcoming feel of Californian homes for your own one? Here are some characteristic features of such homes.

Recently Ly+Alan took a trip to Northern California to hang out with Ly's family and explore what Northern California has to offer. Of course they were not there for months at a time so they didn't have time to do everything. But one of the things they did do was drive on Highway 1 by the ocean. Alan had never driven on it before so it was a new experience for him. Ly had, of course, been up and down highway 1 multiple times and still got car sick from the curvy roads. This time Ly+Alan…

Cali-cool has been popular in Southern Cali for years, but this trend has started to expand toward the East. Check out this blog for some easy tips to get started. #calicool #home #homeinterior #interiordesign #designinspo #inspo #inspiration #dreamhome

Venture beyond the big cities to discover California's coolest small towns.

In this home tour, we’re taking a stroll through a stunning home with a distinctive Mediterranean allure in Hillsborough!

Every detail of this rental appealed to Lauren Meichtry, the designer behind Elsie Home, from the high ceilings, wainscoting, built-in benches off the fireplace, green marble countertops in the kitchen, to the ocean view from the primary bedroom.

Domino on Instagram: “When Mark and @blythe.harris initially toured their home, it was anything but love at first sight. They immediately vetoed the rundown…”

This new build in Santa Rosa was transformed with special touches and beautiful, family-friendly furnishings.

Our house made it on Apartment Therapy! You can read the full article here. Here is a little teaser (and some of the images) …. “My husband and I bought our house when I was pregnant with our first-born nine years ago. It was a foreclosure and previously owned by someone who was trying to […]