Stein and her team are ‘always on the lookout for great vintage items’ and have a storage unit that houses finds until they are selected to be used in a project. Here, accents such as vintage lamps and studio pottery are judiciously placed throughout, and a retro image of Sixties style icon Twiggy, captured by Ronald Traeger for Condé Nast, adds a flash of interest to the pale-walled bedroom
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Forget what you thought you knew about textured walls—these looks are chic, not dated.
Roman Clay: A perennial designer favorite, Portola Paints Roman Clay creates the feel of plaster without the hassle. “I love the subtle movement and lack of uniformity.” says Stefani Stein, who also recommends using a matte sealant “to keep that raw, unfinished feel,” as seen in the room above.
Read More“The interior designer worked with local craftspeople to create a characterful outdoor lounge and ottoman with bulbous cerused-teak feet.”
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Read MoreAny small-space dweller will likely share the same set of design scenarios. Picking a sofa, securing a dining table, optimizing surrounding storage, and sourcing pieces to fit in a tiny place are at the top of the list.
For Los Angeles-based designer Stefani Stein, a narrow, 800-square-foot apartment project in West Hollywood offered a unique design challenge. With the move-in date non-negotiable for her busy clients, the ability to go "custom everything" was off the table. Instead, Stein sourced locally and scoured her favorite stores for fan favorites, applying foolproof design principles in a bid to dispel the small space myths.
Read MoreCompact and clever, this quaint home is full of genius ideas for maximising space.
‘A fun, and sometimes challenging, aspect of many residential projects is striking that balance that unites both clients’ tastes cohesively.’
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Read MoreWhile winter has us feeling cozy and cuddly, we can’t help but dream of checking into a rejuvenating retreat or spending a few days of fun in the sun. Given their champagne taste in all things design, we asked 12 design stars what hot spots they’re fantasizing about right now. From an island surf resort to a luxe hotel wedged in between Colorado’s dramatic canyons and a romantic restaurant in Turks and Caicos, these dreamy destinations have been designer tested and approved. Bon voyage!
Read MoreCuando se comprometieron, la influencer Brittny Ward y el piloto de automovilismo de velocidad Jenson Button se enamoraron de una casa Cape Cod de 436 metros cuadrados en Los Ángeles para convertirla en su futura casa de recién casados. Este tipo de viviendas se caracteriza por ser de una planta, tener una fachada simétrica muy sencilla, tejado a dos aguas y una chimenea central. Aunque por fuera les encantaba, el interior no era de su gusto, pero a la hora de visualizar su futuro hogar tenían opiniones muy distintas de cómo tenía que ser, por lo que acudieron a la diseñadora Stefani Stein para que mediara entre ellos.
Read MoreINDULGING IN GEOMETRY
In this laundry area, Stefani Stein Inc. used detailed, cement tile to craft a compelling design.
Read More“Nori is a rich green named after dried seaweed, but for me it brings to mind visions of camellia leaves in a shady garden. It brings such depth to this dining room.”
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