Solana Beach Serenity Posted on Jan. 5, 2017 A modern version of the quintessential beach cottage was designed by the team at Stephen Dalton Architects, who worked in tandem with the luxury custom estate builders at Murfey Construction to bring the homeowners’ vision to life in coastal Solana Beach. Open-plan design is the over-arching theme…
Haute Hostess Gifts Posted on Dec. 1, 2016 Get ready for the social whirl this holiday season by stocking up on perfect hostess gifts for those festive get-togethers, cocktail parties, dinners, and gift exchanges. This ceramic stoneware baker from Skyros is not only pretty but practical. Handcrafted in Portugal, it can go safely from the…
Kern & Company Designer Susan Spath designs a new location in the Ranch Posted on Nov. 22, 2016 Susan Spath, principal interior designer and owner of Solana Beach-based Kern & Company, has opened a new Rancho Santa Fe showroom in the heart of the village, on the corner of La Granada and Paseo Delicias. Showcasing…
Setting the Table Designers create delicious holiday tablescapes Posted on Nov. 1, 2016 Hacienda Chic Designer Ashley Astleford of Astleford Interiors sets a table to reflect her passion for bold, Mexican design. “My dining table is solid cherry wood, passed down from my grandmother. The side chairs are a twist on the ‘Ghost Chair,’ and…
The Great Outdoors Summer is the time to make the most of outdoor living, where blue hues keep things cool, contemporary is making a comeback, and all-weather fabric rules as the go-to material for any style. “The trend in outdoor is all shades of blues and grays — beige is out — and Sunbrella is…