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From the Bay Area of California and beyond, Nick Noyes Architecture emits that coastal California vibe. From a sophisticated marble clad bathroom to a backyard comprised of string lights, everything is simple, clean and with a purpose. The Sea Ranch Residence off of the beach cliffs nearby has a contemporary Cape Cod feel with those California…

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Feldman Architecture always has something beautifully green up their sleeves– and this time it is their lovely 2 Bar Home in Menlo Park, California. An open plan for this home was of importance along with the green elements of a new and functional space. The overall structure of this house is based on perpendicular bars that…

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San Diego might not be the ultimate hotspot for all things cultural, but the few restaurants, shops and areas that are available are home runs. Super El Camino (the newer, bigger sister to the original El Camino) is situated in Downtown San Diego on a quiet corner where the only thing worth noting is the neon…

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Coastal California homes are arguably some of the most beautiful in the United States, and Maienza-Wilson Interior Design + Architecture certainly exceeds those expectations with their not only gorgeous, but LEED certified home in Montecito. Not to mention this Butterfly Beach residence is LEED Platinum certified– which is an extremely high achievement in any design standard….

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Located in the charming Banker’s Hill neighborhood of Downtown San Diego, this little gem of a restaurant is a cozy space that’s situated on a quiet corner of this trendy area. The overall aesthetic of the space is a warm and rustic, industrial type space that really plays on the older parts of San Diego’s history….

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Nestled in the heart of Downtown San Diego’s Little Italy, Craft & Commerce is the perfect hotspot to getaway if you want some lunch time libations or an evening full of classic cocktails with an urban twist. It’s one of our local go-to spots in the neighborhood– and we have to say that the design by…

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LEGO’s are a favorite past time for many of us as children, and with all of the latest building block inspired projects, furniture pieces, architectural bridges and more popping up– it was only a matter of time before a hotel popped up too. What makes better sense than a LEGO hotel right next to California’s very…

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Google of course boasts some of the most innovative, tech-savvy spaces in today’s office designs, but the laid-back California style of their Venice location has us swooning. Google’s Venice, California office is a great example of well executed design by HLW Design. Located in the Los Angeles beach town, Google’s office is one that promotes a…

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Coastal homes can sometimes get the rap of being a bit too themed with the water, or decidedly mistaken as a ‘vacation only’ type of home. This Dani Ridge home by Carver + Schicketanz Architects is located in the mountainous area of Big Sur with the coast on one side and a beautiful landscape surrounding all…

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Asymmetry isn’t always something that’s welcome with open arms especially when it comes to home design. But back in the late 60s, architect John Lautner had a great idea for the Walstrom House in Santa Monica that is still a timeless piece of architecture today. The interior and exterior structures are composed entirely of wood, with…