taste buttressed by knowledge
Private Home Los Angeles
What if the mood of a 1924 Spanish Revival home could come alive through a curated interplay of collected treasures and contemporary art?
What We Did
Within the rich architectural shell of this Spanish Revival house, we approached design with reverence—not renovation. We treated inherited objects and contemporary artworks as inherently precious, arranging them to resonate with the building’s character and drama. Each piece, from vintage textiles to modern sculpture, was given breathing space. We accentuated the home’s moody architecture through thoughtful placement, light, and contextual weight. A standout—this 1940s straw target discovered in rural Arkansas—was elevated into art through a bespoke, linen-lined shadow box crafted by skilled artisans.
Why It Matters
Design becomes meaningful not in its novelty, but in the attention it brings to what already exists. By honoring the collected and the architecture equally, this home becomes an archive of memory and mood. Each object feels seen, each space gains depth—and the result is a home that anchors itself in authenticity. It’s a reminder that sensitivity in inter direction can transform familiar objects into new focal points, and a house of age into a home of presence.
Collection Highlight
We found this straw target from the 1940s in a thrift store in rural Arkansas. The craft of the weaving and binding of the target fascinated us. It felt like an art object, if given the reverence it needed. Working with serious craftsman, we built a linen-lined shadow box to mount the work.
A totally unique piece, that now grabs the attention of everyone who sees it. Sometimes shifting how someone sees something changes the thing completely.