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For over four and a half decades, Castro Lighting has been the epitome of the fusion of skilled craftsmanship, enduring design, and commitment to innovation. Since its foundation in 1978, the brand has become a beacon of excellence, radiating a luminosity that transcends mere functionality to become an integral part of the interiors it adorns. Illuminating residences, hospitality retreats, and commercial spaces with a refined touch of luxury and timeless sophistication, Cast

Sonoma Cast Stone is at the forefront of a design revolution, where contemporary concrete has emerged as a signature element in luxury interiors. No longer confined to utilitarian uses, concrete is now the medium of choice for architects and designers seeking to merge raw beauty with refined sophistication. And no one pushes this boundary further than Sonoma Cast Stone. As pioneers in high-end architectural concrete, Sonoma Cast Stone was the first to reimagine this ancient

Nestled in Northern California’s wine country, Sonoma Forge draws inspiration from a legacy of industrial artistry—where the glow of foundry fires and the rhythm of hammer on anvil forged more than just metal, but a heritage of craftsmanship. Today, that tradition lives on in a bold, contemporary collection that speaks directly to the evolving language of luxury design throughout the home and even onto the grounds. Sonoma Forge has become a standout in the world of high-end

One of many new builds and renovations completed for Theorem wine estate in Napa Valley, the structure Richard Beard Architects designed to serve as the vineyard’s private tasting room and special event venue—known as The Old Barn —is a faithful reinvention of the namesake, 19th-century livery shed that once stood in its place before falling into disrepair and eventually collapsing in a storm. Photo documentation of the original barn’s shape and materials palette—it was a c

A major renovation reimagines a historic 3-acre country estate in Minnesota. A new floor plan layout and interiors modernize the home with a contemporary look and flow for a young California family. The sprawling, serially remodeled historic house on the shore of Lake Lydiard had dim, disconnected interiors that blocked the sightlines between rooms. The mismatched styles of five successive renovations over the last century left the expansive 8,945-square-foot house feeling sm

Perched atop a wooded slope, The Roost residence overlooks one of Maine’s lakes with filtered views of nearby mountains. The 2,520-square-foot house was designed as a year-round retreat for a large extended family. To maximize the use of available footprint—the home sits within a conservation easement and the buildable footprint was severely limited—a two-story porch was designed on one end of the building volume to provide several overlapping features including a sheltered

Serenity and calm were the central themes guiding the renovation of a classic home situated on a 360-foot, west-facing lakefront property on Lake Washington. Undertaken by a newlywed couple, they embraced the home’s potential with enthusiasm. Working together with the design team, the goal was to transform the property while preserving architectural integrity. The renovation process involved a comprehensive redesign that redefined the home’s interior layout. The kitchen was r

Diamond Spas , Inc. manufacturers stainless steel and copper spas, swimming pools, glass walled pools and spas, swim spas, energy efficient portable spas, cold therapy pools, water features and luxury custom indoor and outdoor bath fixtures built to client specifications at our facility in Colorado. Diamond Spas has one of the best pool and spa engineering teams in the industry. We have the ability to fabricate multiple pool and spa seating arrangements, waterfalls, water fea

On the fourth floor of Marylebone Square—Marylebone village’s first new-build development in half a century—sits The Rossetti, a 5,000-square-foot penthouse that encapsulates everything essential to luxury London living. Named after Christina Rossetti, the Victorian poet who once called Marylebone home, The Rossetti comes with its own first edition of her poems, a gesture that speaks to the thoughtfulness pervading every detail in the penthouse. The numbers tell part of the

Emma Hayes is a celebrated New Zealand-based design firm known for its bespoke textiles that grace beautiful spaces across the globe. With showrooms in New Zealand, Australia, the USA, and beyond, the brand is a favorite among residential and commercial interior designers and specifiers. Emma Hayes, the Founder and Creative Director, draws much of her inspiration from her home base in New Zealand, incorporating the landscape's patterns and textures into her designs. Every pi

In the heart of downtown Sonoma, just steps from the historic plaza, Enclos stands as a masterclass in how design, cuisine, and sustainability can converge to create an experience that transcends dining. Conceived by internationally acclaimed designer Jiun Ho for client Leslie McQuown of Stone Edge Farm Estate Vineyards & Winery, the intimate 30-seat restaurant reimagines a restored 1870 Victorian home as a sanctuary of what Ho calls “slow luxury” a design philosophy rooted