Design Focus

May 2015

Please note the before photo of this room with the client's furniture who 'donated' the home to the philharmonic for use for the run of the project. This was then removed, and the room transformed for 'the show'. I was able to have all my changes to the room approved, included adding a ceiling design detail to the coffer that I had drawn, and then had reproduced in flexible resin molding to look like wood. Once this was applied to the ceiling, the flat and raised portion of the upper ceiling was painstakingly silver leafed, and then glazed to soften the silver with a dilute warm gold. The wood molding was similarly leafed and gilded, giving the ceiling much needed height. The walls were then treated with a metallic plaster finish. Once completed, it was taped off and a stripe effect was created by applying a pearl overlay in between the taped striped off areas. This provides the illusion of height and grandeur to the previously dark room. Banded draperies were added to the doors to provide additional height, and to obscure the wood framing of the doors, thereby maintaining the light, opalescent ambiance. A tall mirror was designed for one corner of the room to provide reflection of the romantic 1/3 life 'Joie de Vivre' sculpture at the far end by noted sculptor Richard MacDonald. A Lucite base table table by Century floats a beautiful burl dining table top with ample seating for ten. All white chair upholstery takes on a new look with chair 'runners' created of opulent silk, able to be changed to fit the season or occasion of the moment, with creative table settings to coordinate. A regency style Baker lacquer bar in the corner is the perfect size, once opened, to provide table side drink and wine service, beautifully reflected with the low voltage, lighted interior. Custom deco art and seascapes provide just enough color to play off the pearlescent walls without overwhelming the diners as they enjoy their meal with the reflection of sparkling crystal overhead. After dinner, the trickling fountain and lovely walkways of the exterior passages beckon for an after dinner stroll, or drink in the cozy seating area. The cost amount was the donation amount we spent to complete the room with purchased goods at special discount, discounted and donated labor, and loaned product. Had goods been purchased, the value of the room at wholesale cost plus 20% mark up would have been approximately $56,000.00

$21k

Irvine, CA

Aug 2014

This remodel involved all new granite, tile and stain in the kitchen, all new hardwood flooring throughout, modification to ceiling and soffit lines, niche pop outs for custom built in cabinetry in the dining area, fireplace area in the family room, master and guest bath remodels, and a new fireplace facade in the family room. We provided new or re-upholstered furniture for the living room, dining room cabinetry, family room re-upholstery, and new draperies for the family room and master bedroom. The entire home was re-painted and provided a 'face-lift' Costs noted represent all design fees for specification of goods and project overseeing, however, contractor fees for product and installation are not included in these costs.

$85k

San Clemente, CA

May 2012

This was a full home remodel in Newport Coast. Design Focus was responsible for all CAD cabinetry and interior architectural drawings, hardware and plumbing specification, tile and stone specifications, paint and specialty finishes, and drawing of all detail designs including iron doors, grates, paneling, inlay tile and stone design and the like. Our budget was primarily design fees, tile, window coverings, finish flooring furnishings, finish plumbing and accessories, Construction level product was purchased by the contractor.

$315k

Newport Coast, CA

Jun 2011

Design Focus was hired to work in concert with the chosen contractor to complete this full remodel and expansion. We were to complete all interior specifications for tile, stone, cabinetry and fireplace design, specifications and design of all tile and stone detail, selection of all finish hardware and plumbing throughout and to consult on construction issues. Once this phase of construction was complete we designed the interior furnishings and drapery and procured the furnishings, drapery, accessories and art to complete the home. The stated budget includes the portion of product purchased by Design Focus. It is not representative of the total project budget.

$315k

Newport Coast, CA

Jan 2011

We were called upon to provide furnishings, window treatments, and carpet for this 3,850 square foot semi custom home, with a final set budget . We provided custom faux finishes in two areas in addition to the requested items, as well as outdoor furnishings for the newly completed exterior, which we consulted on, all for the stated budget limit. (The exterior landscape, pool and hardscape budget was independent of our budget)

$200k

San Clemente, CA

Nov 2008

The design of this home included refurbishment of existing, and new flooring, replacement of existing wood railings with glass, new limestone fireplace facade, a full kitchen remodel, new tile and stone in 3 baths, new wood stairs to lower level, paint and carpet throughout, lighting, new furnishings throughout the main level, and drapery. The costs noted do not include stairwell wood materials and labor, cabinetry, glass railing cost or electrical cost as those vendors charged the client direct.

$160k

Perris, CA

Sep 2006

We completed the original interior architectural interior design for this home, and then were called back 10 years later for a 'facelift' that included columns, decorative molding embellishments and stair skirting, fireplace facade changes, nano doors, new marble staircase treads and risers, as well as new or refurbished furnishings throughout the main level of the home. The cost noted represents all goods purchased by Design Focus (furnishings, drapery, fireplace, tile, etc), however, this does not represent the total construction cost of the remodel budget.

$300k

Laguna Hills, CA

Nov 2012

These clients chose to provide a full 'uplift' for their home. We had assisted with a kitchen, and master suite remodel a few years prior, with drapery treatments here and in the family room. For this phase, all new carpeting throughout was included, new paint, full remodel of three bathrooms, and the bonus room, and partial or all new furnishings and drapery for the living dining, family and bonus rooms, the upper level bedrooms, and new art and accessories throughout.

$140k

Wellington, OH

Mar 2012

This was a full remodel. The client's purchased a home, and Design Focus provided all the conceptual remodel drawings for the clients. Once a selected layout was chosen, we enrolled the services of an architectural firm with whom we work to incorporate the plumbing and engineering within our shell. We provided specification of all interior and exterior materials, including lighting, front door design, cabinetry,including bath and kitchen design, and tile and stone design. The clients live in another state, and have chosen not to complete furnishings and window coverings until they move to CA full time.

$53k

Dana Point, CA