The artificial lighting system consists of two lamps and two spot lights, all in warm colors and at low intensity. These lights can be used individually depending on the mood in order to complete the overall atmosphere.

Image © Erhard Pfeiffer

Built in 1998, the 2,800 sq ft house was lacking the charm and amenities that the location justified. The idea was to give it a "Hawaiiana" plantation feel. Exterior renovations include staining the tile roof and exposing the rafters by removing the stucco soffits and adding brackets. Smooth stucco combined with wood siding, expanded rear Lanais, a sweeping spiral staircase, detailed columns, balustrade, all new doors, windows and shutters help achieve the desired effect. On the pool level, reclaiming crawl space added 317 sq ft. for an additional bedroom suite, and a new pool bathroom was added. On the main level vaulted ceilings opened up the great room, kitchen, and master suite. Two small bedrooms were combined into a fourth suite and an office was added. Traditional built-in cabinetry and moldings complete the look.

Michele Lee Willson Photography

Photo credit: Don Bloom

Dawkins Development Group | NY Contractor | Design-Build Firm

Photography by Living Maui Media

Asian influences in this bath designed by Maraya Interiors. Carved stone bathtub, with ceiling plumbing, behind the tub is an open shower with green Rainforest slabs. The shower floor features pebbles, contrasting with the natural slate floors of the master bath itself. Granite stone vessel sinks sit on a black granite counter, with a teak vanity in this large bath overlooking the city. Designed by Maraya Interior Design. From their beautiful resort town of Ojai, they serve clients in Montecito, Hope Ranch, Malibu, Westlake and Calabasas, across the tri-county areas of Santa Barbara, Ventura and Los Angeles, south to Hidden Hills- north through Solvang and more Louis Shwartzberg, photographer