Journal
Design notes, written down.
Material guides, install notes, and trend reports from our Lomita studio. Written for designers, contractors, and homeowners navigating a remodel in South Bay Los Angeles.
Buyer's Guide· 3 min read
How to choose zellige for a kitchen backsplash
Authentic Moroccan zellige is the moodiest, most hand-made surface you can put behind a stove, and the most easily mishandled. Here's how to specify, install, and live with it.
April 12, 2026
Buyer's Guide· 3 min read
Marble vs. porcelain slab: choosing a kitchen counter
Marble looks like marble because it is marble. Porcelain looks like marble because chemistry. Here's how to pick the right one for your kitchen, and your tolerance for patina.
March 28, 2026
Trends· 3 min read
What's selling in South Bay kitchens in 2026
The trends we're seeing in Manhattan Beach, Palos Verdes, and Torrance kitchen remodels this year, and the trends that have finally faded.
February 8, 2026