Tag: home design
Back to the Basics
Industrial design elements like wood beams and steel bring a touch of urban edge to modern homes.
By Lisa Hallett Taylor
Those exposed beams and concrete...
Thinking Outside the Box
From house replicas to creative sculptures, Laguna mailboxes transcend the traditional.
By Sharon Stello
In this artsy town, even the mailboxes are masterpieces: Animal shapes from...
Design Tips for Creating Calm Spaces at Home
It’s no secret that Laguna Beach has a reputation for being a tranquil place. For those of us who are lucky enough to call...
Form Meets Function in the Foyer
Like any first impression, the entryway is crucial; it’s the defining moment for your home. But while chic decor is sure to impress visitors,...
Get Cozy With the Latest Designs for Fireplaces and Fire Pits
Even when you live in a warm climate like Laguna’s, you’ll find both indoor fireplaces and outdoor fire pits incorporated in homes of all...
Habitat: Arch Beach Heights
Once a remote location with poor accessibility, Arch Beach Heights was all but completely ignored after its subdivision in 1911. At one point, the...
Habitat: Tree Streets
The “tree streets” neighborhood in north Laguna Beach boasts historic architecture that housed some of the city’s early residents. You can still find one...
Habitat: Temple Terrace
Close to the city’s conveniences, Temple Terrace residents enjoy the best of Laguna Beach. Located just below Bluebird Park, where many locals gather for...
Metal Goes Mainstream
From support to star, this versatile material is being used in all new ways.
Section by Katherine Duncan
Long implemented in homes for utility—from large-scale architectural...
Home Design: The Great Indoors
Make your interior spaces as naturally beautiful as Laguna’s outdoors.
Section by Vicki Hogue-Davies
The city’s inherent beauty—its sparkling ocean, sandy coves and colorful hillsides—makes it...