These wonderful clients came to me with a drawing of the exact piece they envisioned for their empty dining room wall. My role was straightforward: bring their vision to life and ensure the piece looked like it had always been part of the home, seamlessly matching the existing historical plaster and its soft, organic edges.
Custom frame.
Translated the arch from their drawing into a precise, real-life structure.
Sourced a walnut countertop and matching veneer doors for a cohesive look.
Reinforced the 9-foot shelves with 14-gauge steel to prevent sagging.
Applied plaster in a style that seamlessly blends with the existing finish throughout the house
WEHO: Custom Display for a Ukrainian Family's Cherished Keepsakes
I had the privilege of collaborating with an amazing Ukrainian family to design a one-of-a-kind display for their treasured heirlooms. Together, we created a piece that combines the timeless beauty of 16-gauge steel with brass plating, custom glass shelving, and an aged mirror backing. The design not only showcases their keepsakes but also enhances the room's ambiance by reflecting light and opening up the space, perfectly framing the window within the wall.
Concept design and planning
Steel welding and fabrication
Brass plating for a refined finish
Sourced 3/8” custom glass shelving
Antiqued mirror backing for added depth and elegance
Full installation
Formerly Cafe Birdie located in Highland, Park. Los Angeles, Ca.
Worked closely with owners to elevate the interior ambiance, seamlessly integrating indoor and outdoor spaces, and crafting bespoke elements like a parklet patio.
Designed and built custom tables and booth dividers.
Developed and cost-estimated unique tile patterns, collaborating with local suppliers to execute an exquisite outdoor tile design.
Revitalized interior and exterior with updated floral and plant decor.
Exclusively designed and handcrafted pottery, utilizing locally sourced, high-end materials.
Selected and installed lighting to enhance atmosphere consistency.
Enhanced decor with custom-designed cushions and carefully chosen accessories to fit the mood.
SPECTRL collaborated closely with Body Dada to repurpose a retail boutique into their second dance studio in Silverlake. The transformation involved solving creative challenges to craft a space conducive to wellness.
Designing and installing a custom-built cubby system in the changing room.
Constructing a U-shaped floating curtain track.
Arched entryway.
Soundproofing.
Conducting general aesthetic enhancements
Appointed as the lead designer for a prominent LA firm, tasked with integrating digital textile printing into their luxury home and apparel lines. During my tenure, I transitioned across departments to both design and supervise production across all facets of the business. Including design and construction of retail interiors.
A design and build rooftop pergola. A cladded Redwood ceiling and minimal design. Highland Park, Ca.
Employed Wabi Sabi aesthetics, Japanese metaphor and some creative double-problem solving solutions in this Highland Park Sushi Restaurant.
Discover the art of transformation with SPECTRL’s bespoke interior wall coverings. Specializing in Wainscoting, Fluting, and Reeding, we bring the grandeur of a richer, more decadent era into your home or business. Each piece is meticulously waxed, aged, burnished, and polished to achieve an Old-World finish that embodies opulence and craftsmanship.
Yakisugi: The Art of Charred Wood
Discover the timeless beauty and resilience of Yakisugi, a traditional Japanese technique of preserving wood by charring its surface. At SPECTRL, we embrace this ancient method to deliver distinctly durable, fire-resistant, and eco-friendly wooden finishes that enrich modern spaces with a touch of tradition.
Traditional techniques blended with modern interior design aesthetics.
Liquid Metal can be sprayed on just about any surface and buffed to a metallic finish. Various patenting agents can be added as the main ingredient is finaly ground metal powder.
Venetian Plaster and Roman Clay are eco-friendly wall finishes that use natural ingredients like lime, clay, and marble dust. These materials are VOC-free, allowing walls to breathe, which improves air quality and reduces moisture buildup. Their application involves multiple layers that are burnished to achieve a polished or matte texture. Venetian plaster offers a more polished, marble-like finish, while Roman clay provides an earthy, soft texture. Both finishes are highly durable and create timeless, non-toxic, sustainable surfaces for any interior.
Exploration in material and functionality. A Mid Century Modern, 70's, 80's aesthetic mixed with current and traditional finishing trends.
SPECTRL was commissioned to design a more enduring pergola structure for a shared patio space in Highland Park, replacing the weathered fabric shade-sails currently in use. The design leverages the area's natural height to symbolize elevated thought and character. Adhering to budget constraints, SPECTRL proposed using combinations of materials like wood with fabric, wood with steel, and wood with plastic, creatively positioned to cast geometric shadows. The project was driven by a vision to nurture communal interactions among Highland Park’s vibrant creative community and included site assessment, 3D renderings, and concept design.
Research and Development
The image creation process involved a series of prompts highlighting SPECTRL's diverse design services.
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