CREATING LIVABLE SPACES
A blog about modern design, what we like about it, our inspiration, and our day-to-day job.
Salone del Mobile 2026: A Return to Warmth, Texture, and Sculptural Living
Salone del Mobile 2026 revealed a continued shift toward warmer, more tactile interiors rooted in craftsmanship, texture, and emotional connection. From sculptural furnishings and layered lighting to natural materials and architectural restraint, Milan this year felt less focused on trends and more centered on creating spaces that feel timeless, personal, and deeply livable.
Madrid Through a Designer’s Eye
Madrid is a city that reveals itself slowly through elegant architecture, layered interiors, long dinners, hidden courtyards, and neighborhoods that still feel deeply lived in. After fourteen years living there, many of the spaces, materials, and atmospheres that continue to inspire my work are rooted in the city. This guide is a curated collection of some of my favorite hotels, restaurants, museums, shops, and creative addresses in Madrid.
Sunset Color House
Designed for a young San Francisco family on a fast timeline, this Sunset District home balances bold color, modern warmth, and thoughtful functionality. Rich blues, mustard tones, sculptural lighting, and layered textures create a vibrant yet cohesive environment that feels expressive, relaxed, and deeply personal.
By combining curated furnishings, custom details, and strategic architectural interventions, the project transformed a simple residence into a dynamic contemporary home filled with light, character, and creative energy.
Choosing the Right Countertop: A Guide to Modern Luxury Surfaces
Choosing the right countertop is about more than aesthetics. The material you select impacts how your home looks, feels, and performs every day. From the timeless beauty of natural stone to the durability of modern engineered surfaces like Neolith, Dekton, and Silestone, each option brings its own advantages.
In this guide, we explore the most popular luxury countertop materials, comparing durability, maintenance, and design versatility to help you create a kitchen or bathroom that feels both refined and functional.
Simplicity as the New Luxury in Interior Design
Luxury in contemporary interiors is no longer defined by excess, but by clarity, restraint, and thoughtful design. As modern life becomes increasingly fast-paced and complex, homes that prioritize space, light, natural materials, and simplicity offer a new kind of sophistication: one rooted in calm and intentional living.
This article explores how contemporary interior design is shifting toward quieter, more refined environments where quality, craftsmanship, and timeless materials create spaces that feel both elegant and deeply restorative.
Salone del Mobile 2026 revealed a continued shift toward warmer, more tactile interiors rooted in craftsmanship, texture, and emotional connection. From sculptural furnishings and layered lighting to natural materials and architectural restraint, Milan this year felt less focused on trends and more centered on creating spaces that feel timeless, personal, and deeply livable.