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PROJECT MONARCH BAY REVEAL // BEFORE + AFTER

May 12, 2023 by blackband Filed Under: Before & After, HOME REVEALS Leave a Comment

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CALIFORNIA DREAMIN’

In search of sunshine, our international clients found paradise in Southern California — they just needed a proper vacation home to host their visits. After a few years of planning, designing, and managing a full-scale renovation (through a global pandemic), our in-house renovation and design team made that dream a reality. Modern lines and crisp finishes now define the open floor plan for a fresh take on bright and airy coastal living with European touches.

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PROJECT MONARCH BAY

A BLACKBAND RENOVATION

 

THE SCOPE

Project Management • Interior Design • Architectural Details • Material Specification • Custom Furnishings • Structural Engineering • Full Remodel Services • Exterior Design • Landscape + Hardscape Services

 

THE TEAM

Interiors + Renovation: Blackband Design

Architecture: Stand Architects

Photography: Ryan Garvin

EXTERIOR

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COASTAL CURB APPEAL

With ocean views and neighborhood beach access topping the list of pros for this fixer upper, the homeowners wanted to lean into coastal farmhouse style for the full beach house experience. As the transformation photos show, this meant an extensive makeover from the outside in. We teamed up with architect Steve Stand to revamp the structure adding gable rooflines to the front facade. Various shades of light gray brick brightened the overall exterior with accents of weathered wood and steel frames defining windows and doors. Lush landscaping completed the vision of a well-nurtured, lived-in home.

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A PEEK INTO THE PROCESS

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From the initial planning and visioning, to demolition, rebuilding, and beyond, our team is onsite managing every aspect of the renovation. We are the eyes and ears for our clients (especially in cases like this when they live out of town), and communicate the progress to keep them as involved in the decision-making as they want to be.

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Rows of textured landscaping fill the front yard in a contemporary, linear fashion. Olive trees establish the European ambiance, succulents thrive in the California climate, and hedges provide natural privacy for the front courtyard. 

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Every California vacation home needs a vintage convertible to cruise the coastline.

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ENTRY

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IN WITH THE NEW

Steel-framed French doors open to a wide entry hallway. Streamlined soffits define the nook from the walkways and a double-sided fireplace feature wall separates the main living space.  

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LIVING

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LAYERS OF LIVING

Once a formal sitting area, this new great room layout cultivates connection between the lounging, cooking, and dining spaces. One major challenge stood between the open concept and actually making it happen — a load-bearing wall spanning the length of the living room and housing appliances in the kitchen. Working with the architect to engineer a solution, we were able to remove the wall in exchange for two supporting pillars integrated into the island design. A smooth white ceiling and pocketing glass doors completed the makeover with modern elements.

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A PEEK INTO THE PROCESS

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Symmetry was a driving force in the design process. We expanded the back sliding door opening to mirror the new multi-panel slider in the front of the house. Now both ends of the living room connect to the outdoor spaces — a calming courtyard and a backyard oasis.

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With the new open layout, we had the opportunity to design a double-sided fireplace feature wall disguising the structural support and adding warmth back into the room. With a plaster finish wrapping all around, this accent wall engages the entry yet creates a cozy end cap to the living space.

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KITCHEN

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A CLEAN SLATE 

The dated kitchen got a clean and classic refresh. We reoriented the layout, opening up two sides and actually closing off another. The new separation allowed for a large refrigerator system, temperature-controlled wine storage, a China cabinet to display serveware, and a walk-in pantry to keep extra kitchen essentials tucked away — while creating a hallway to an office beyond. Utilizing the perimeter of the kitchen for the main appliances freed up space for more open connections between the dining and living.

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Bright and white materials cover the kitchen for the ultimate fresh and clean feel. New cabinets with a crisp finish maximize storage in the reworked layout while the custom stainless steel hood makes a statement over the range. Bulletproof sintered stone countertops made to resemble marble offer a beautiful backdrop for kitchen creations and clean up easily when recipes go awry.

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A second island extends the kitchen into the living room. Its large, sleek surface and counter stools bridge the cooking and entertaining spaces by creating a central space to gather.

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A PEEK INTO THE PROCESS

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Additional storage space in the pantry houses small appliances, kitchen tools, and groceries in style. The contrasting drawer fronts with breathable cutouts make for functional organization with a market feel. 

DINING

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ALFRESCO INSIDE

The dining room was streamlined with a large steel-framed window (to coordinate with all the new windows and doors throughout the home) welcoming natural light and landscape views. As much as we love decorative ceiling details, this space was simplified to maximize the height of the relatively low ceilings and accommodate the surrounding ceiling structures.

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A little bit of European countryside on the California coast.

— PART 2 TO COME —

PROJECT SAN CLEMENTE RESERVE // KITCHEN BEFORE + AFTER

January 8, 2019 by blackband Filed Under: Before & After, HOME REVEALS Leave a Comment

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This kitchen remodel is one for the books (or for the blog, if you will)!! Once a crowded and dated tract home kitchen, this bright and spacious room is now the focal point of the home. Bonus: we got to work with the sweetest clients!

If you haven't already peeked ahead, scroll on for the "before" picture -- it's a good one!

Interior Design: Blackband Design

Photography: Vanessa Lentine

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At first sight, we knew there would be major changes in store to update this kitchen -- a challenge we were up for! We found great potential in the size of the space and the clients' dream to bring in a brighter palette. Removing the peninsula counter opened up the room allowing for more ways to navigate around the kitchen and into the surrounding living areas. It also freed up the left wall to become home to large appliances without taking up any of the precious square footage. We replaced the existing island with a larger one that offered convenient work space, storage and seating -- three in one! Shifting around the appliance locations and storage allowed us to create a natural flow for our clients to enjoy day-to-day and when entertaining. Moving the stove and hood from the old island to the back wall opened the overhead space for beautiful light fixtures to hang center stage above the quartz countertop. French oak flooring, classic counter stools and textured subway tiles modernized the space while playing up its traditional roots. Finally, fresh paint, watered glass cabinet doors and polished nickel hardware completed the design with a sophisticated touch.

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from the island

layout to the

appliance placement,

we completely changed

the footprint of

this kitchen

 

 

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masking the hood

with the cabinetry

provided a clean

backdrop for the island

to take the spotlight

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the barstools' clean lines and soft leather upholstery fit effortlessly in the timeless space

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progress shot:

after our reno team

reconfigured the electrical

and swapped the sink

and stove top locations

(and all the plumbing and

gas lines that went with it),

we got to see the

new surfaces and materials

come to life --

always an exciting time

in the project

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and, of course, what everyone loves to know: paint picks!

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if you enjoyed this before + after reveal, we'd love if you shared it on pinterest!

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BEFORE and AFTER!

October 20, 2015 by blackband Filed Under: Before & After, Interiors 8 Comments

When we first began working with this Newport Beach client the living room and dining room were flipped and the walls were beige with yellow undertones. Our first step was to select a crisp white paint to lighten up the space. Our second step was to flip the layout of the room, making the living room centered around the fireplace.  

Our objective in this space  was to create a light and livable environment by building on a neutral palette and adding pops of color through fabrics, artwork, and accessories, while layering in dark and light finishes. We wanted the living room to feel casual and still look sophisticated for guests. To showcase the coastal vibe, we layered blues with custom drapery and coral accent pillows to finish the look. For the dining room, a long reclaimed farmhouse table fit the room perfectly and helped lighten up the space. Custom host and hostess chairs carry over the color scheme from the living room. We will be installing a big chandelier to help anchor the dining room area, and bringing in a sideboard in a fun color to add some depth to the space.

The first “before” photos below were taken on our initial visit with the client, before we selected a new paint color and flipped the layout of the rooms. The rest of the before and after photos below were taken on the day of the install, as you can see the paint was refreshed but the space still lacked depth and balance (and of course furniture). We love to see the way a room can transform itself with a little TLC.

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Before & After: Harbor View, Newport

March 5, 2015 by blackband Filed Under: Before & After, Blackband Concierge

Port Margate Before and After

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