PHOTO BY: BRAD NICOL An ocean view penthouse with a bird's eye view of the coastline. Eco friendly furnishings, natural textiles and organic rugs provide a perfect Zen retreat.
PHOTO BY: BRAD NICOL White fabric poufs provide extra seating for guests and are low enough to preserve the ocean view.
PHOTO BY: BRAD NICOL A modern white metal side table with a fun organic shape.
PHOTO BY: BRAD NICOL A collection of eco-friendly materials, organic textiles and vintage accoutrements.
PHOTO BY: BRAD NICOL A natural driftwood sculpture rests on the handmade, maple coffee table and complements a collection of organic objects.
PHOTO BY: BRAD NICOL One of a kind artwork by Masami Tsuchikawa fashioned from hand thrown clay disks that capture the calming energy of the ocean air.
PHOTO BY: BRAD NICOL A custom made sectional with natural latex cushions is a perfect companion to the organic wool rug and toss blanket.
PHOTO BY: BRAD NICOL A custom made table of chrome and maple is perfectly sized for this compact space.
PHOTO BY: BRAD NICOL A delicate chandelier made up of tiny light bulbs and wire reminds us of stars strung together in the sky.
PHOTO BY: BRAD NICOL A wall of mirrors virtually expands the entertaining area.
PHOTO BY: BRAD NICOL Tillandsia plants make a perfect centerpiece for beach front dining.
PHOTO BY: BRAD NICOL Maple cabinets and natural granite pair with stainless steel hardware in this petite modern kitchen.
PHOTO BY: BRAD NICOL Cable system track lighting illuminates the natural stone counters and floors.
PHOTO BY: BRAD NICOL Natural wood, rattan and stone accessories make this modern kitchen lively and fun.
PHOTO BY: BRAD NICOL A primary bedroom outfitted with eco-friendly finishes in leather, rattan, maple and wool.
PHOTO BY: BRAD NICOL Custom commissioned artwork that is reminiscent of an under water world.
PHOTO BY: BRAD NICOL A custom wall hung console tucks away electronics and compliments the deep wood bed frame.
PHOTO BY: BRAD NICOL Antique stone pottery and a dollop of moss are the perfect home to this indoor bromeliad.
PHOTO BY: BRAD NICOL A sophisticated palette of light and dark marble complements the bright white plumbing fixtures and sleek track lighting.
PHOTO BY: BRAD NICOL A glazed and polished star fish adds a pop of black against the maple table top.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL Sarah believes that houseplants are an absolute necessity! For the dining room table, she selected a cast concrete bowl with a geometric form paired with sun loving succulents.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL Elegant white leather canteliver chairs with sweeping chrome arms designed by Mauro Lipparini.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL A creative space with a custom sofa in wool felt, side tables made of natural maple and steel and a desk chair designed by Mauro Lipparini. Sculpture by Renae Barnard.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL Desktop treasures! An antique inkwell repurposed as a tiny vase, pencils for sketching and a collection of geodes.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL There is nothing sweeter than a heartfelt note from a child! Personal effects pair effortlessly with mineral specimens.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL A painting by Ruben Vincent and vintage German studio pottery filled with Huckleberry branches inspires calm energy in this creative studio nook.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL Sarah loves collecting unique handmade ceramics! When she found this little blowfish by artist Sarah Whyte, she knew it needed to live by the ocean. The cut stems are white Veronica/Speedwell, a carefree perennial.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL The fluid abstract formations of a painting by Ruben Vincent are calming and complementary to the aquatic-inspired arrangements of Huckleberry branches and brunia albiflora.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL A hand-woven sculpture by Renae Barnard floats above a custom wool felt sofa bed.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL A antique brass trinket dish collected from a flea market in Paris, gold-rimmed agate coasters and a mid-century brass conch shell repurposed as a container for white-flowered brunia, also called Brunia albiflora or Berzelia albiflora.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL Inspired by the nesting habits of sparrows, Renae built this work from wire, thread, yarn, rope, lamp cords and an assortment of other collected materials.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL Artwork by Renae Barnard. Cumulous, Wire, sash cord, cotton clothes line, wool yarns, fleece, and linen, 30 x 48 inches.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL A detail of gorgeous poppy pods on the maple and steel side table.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL A vintage ram no less lovely with age. Poppy pods fill a handmade vessel.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL A tidy studio bookcase keeps favorite books close at hand. A painting by Abby Sin, sculpture, ceramics and antiques lighten and brighten the display.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL A civil war era glass bottle, a fiber sculpture of a hound by British sculptor Jennifer Cruz, a vintage mid-century rabbit specially prized for his drippy-glazed eye.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL A mixed media painting by Abby Sin reflects light and energy into the sun filled studio space. The little ceramic ram is filled with brunia albiflora.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL A concrete bowl of succulents shares space with an antique ceramic stoneware piggy bank by British sculptor Gabriel Oliver.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL A tiny guest bedroom suffering from inadequate floor space, required some serious problem solving! The bed and nightstands were custom made to make the tight quarters feel light and livable.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL A sculpture by Renae Barnard was made by hand twisting delicate strands of paper into rope. The rope is then formed into a dimensional shape and secured with tiny metal pins.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL Sarah designed tiny live-edge Oak slab nightstands, mounted with concealed hardware. The hand carved marble vessel holds flowering Kalanchoe of the Jade family.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL Sheer drapery in solution dyed acrylic built to last the test of time, it's subtle horizontal stripe mimics the horizon. The hand woven wool rug is a flat pile, perfect for a sensible study.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL An ebonized platform bed keeps the primary bedroom low and lean. Washable bed linens and a natural wool area rug make keeping things clean easy.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL White king protea are uncommon and more expensive than other varieties (colors) of protea. That said, just a few will do! And- in this case they are simply paired with Monstera leaves.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL Articulating bedside lamps make night time reading a breeze. Elegant natural linen bed things are casual and comfortable.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL A luxurious natural wool headboard adds warmth and depth to the deep neutral palette.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL A breathtaking piece of vintage German pottery acquired via Denmark. Believed to be made in the 1970s by Dümler & Breiden keramik.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL A small concrete pot holds spiky green balls called Dianthus barbatus. Handmade ceramic turtles in green and gold glazes by Carol McDonough.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL Vintage rattan coffee table ottomans pair perfectly with a sleeper sofa from Linea and light weight linen sheer drapery.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL A hand made wooden bowl in the shape of a seashell is the perfect home to a potted plant.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL Salvaged “live edge” wood was used to fabricate these custom book shelves.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL Hand crafted paper wings by fine artist Susan Hannon complete the space.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL An organic wool toss blanket adds warmth and visual interest.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL Fresh and fun colors come to life in the open air media room. The locally made sectional sofa was designed to fit the homeowner's specific desires, made of all natural, non-toxic materials, handmade in California.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL Sarah worked closely with one of her favorite furniture makers to select the perfect wood specimens for the media room tables.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL High gold pincushions (Leucospermum) are long lasting flowers of the Proteaceae family.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL A 1979 painting by Milly Ristvedt provides an energetic backdrop to a conversation group made up of chartreuse wool felt chairs designed by Patrick Jouin.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL Sarah worked closely with one of her favorite furniture makers to select the perfect wood specimens for the cocktail tables in the media room.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL Sarah selected lightweight cast stone pottery and feathery olive trees to frame the ocean view. Potted rosemary, sage and thyme provide year round herbs to the adjacent kitchen.
PHOTO BY: STEVEN DEWALL Mint, cilantro, parsley, sage, oregano and thyme co-mingle in light weight concrete pottery.