Distinctive Heritage Pieces

A small handcrafted wooden table in a woodworking shop, with a workbench and tool wall with various tools and hats in the background.

Japanese low oak ottoman with brass insets for the Cabin House. Made in South Africa.

What makes a space feel lived are room pieces that have soul, permanence and a story. These are the one of a kind objects that make a space come to life.

I’m incredibly proud to work with talented craftsman across a range of disciplines to create original pieces for the projects I’m involved with. Whether it’s custom cabinetry, distinctive cork wall panels, a raw pine dining table, bespoke Spanish front doors, or custom Japanese lamps, the process of creating pieces with talented makers is something I most look forward to on each project.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a shelf with white bowls, a small sculpture, and glassware including cups, wine glasses, and tumblers on black countertops.
A rustic wooden side table against a colored tile wall, holding a vintage table lamp with a beige shade, a decorative metal teapot, and a glass vase with white hydrangeas. A blanket or throw is draped over a chair or bed to the right.

Monterey Bedroom Side Tables for Casa Desierto

Monterey style furniture was designed in California around the 1930’s; popular for it’s distinctive rough finish, this furniture style was often found in Spanish homes. Finding original Monterey pieces in great condition that are also of size, are hard to come by, and often don’t work in today’s spaces. For example, Monterey beds of the 30’s were built for a different generation of people, who were smaller and required less bed space. In order to achieve the Monterey look, we partnered with a local craftsman in Los Angeles to recreate Monterey interior doors, beds and nightstands. These pieces together enable a home to feel cohesive and of a different time.

Raw Cork Dry Bar Panels for The Cabin House

Portugal derived hemp that was made in Cape Town, South Africa by Wiid Design, the dry bar wall is made from three cork panels that give the bar depth and contrast, not to mention the incredible cork smell that captivates you as you pour a cocktail.