Interior Design
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Palo Alto – Southgate Neighborhood Whole House Remodel with Design Loft
Weekly Diary of Palo Alto Wholehouse remodel
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Santa Clara Project Demolition and Plan Changes
The homeowners recently purchased a 1950’s ranch home with 3 beds 2 baths 1,284 sq ft. in Santa Clara. They wanted to add a Master Suite so they can have 2 master suites available as an additional master suite when their in-laws visit.
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Beware of the Designer who enforce their vision on You
Michael and Cindy discuss how homeowners hire architects or interior designers who looking out for themselves and not the client, you the homeowner. Watch so your project doesn’t get hijacked by the architect or designer you hire.
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5 Simple Pleasures for 2016.
1. It’s Not Marble. Quartz are the most popular countertops today. My favorite brand is Caesastone. They are like Apple’s iPhone. They make the best looking material everyone else is just an imitator for now. However, they better look out because Dekton and Neolith will probably starting taking over the next decade since they use digital…
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Noe Valley Modern Row House
This was a project I worked on in Noe Valley. This design was amazing. The place was like a showroom. Obscure glass barn doors
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Bright Windowless Bathroom – Modern Scandinvian
How do you design an interior bathroom to overcome a lack of natural light while making it look like a spa for your in-laws/grandparents and unexpected guest who enjoys bringing over a beerzooka to a wine tasting party.
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Modern Scandinavian Kids Bath
Show notes: “Rubber duck duckies. Joy oh joy.” Children’s bathrooms can be fun, functional and chic while protecting it from destruction from young rambunctious boys. I will show you how effective design is integrated into modern living. I hope I made this bathroom safer because boys will be boys even if they are in their…
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Architecture, Decor, and Design Idea Cheat Sheet
Going online can be a time sink. This cheat sheet will save you time. I have narrowed down publications and websites which I fund useful when researching what décor, architecture, landscaping, and interior design you like. Short List, aka Mike’s Hack: This is when I just need to stay on top of things quickly. I…
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Modern Scandinavian: Palo Alto Remodel Overview
In this video, I talk about bringing the natural beauty of the outside to be reflected inside the home. The layout and the flow of the house, lighting design with both natural light (windows) and artificial (LED) critical in creating a warm mood for the home. Natural light and access to outdoor air will influence…
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