Before and Afters


I knew when I walked in the doors of this 1910 craftsman home I was in love. I grew up in a Craftsman in Redlands, California built around the same time and it reminded me so much of all the family memories we shared. The character is endless in this home. The owners have lived in it for 40 years, were newlyweds when they moved in and recently celebrated the christening of their first granddaughter.

The transition has been an artistic process. Being that the homeowners have resided in this residence for so long they had quite the collection of one of a kind finds which I love!

We were able to mix in a lot of what they already owned with new treasures. 





All of the mirrors placed on this refurbished mantle have been collected throughout the 40 years of ownership. 

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Can you dig it?

The Parker Hotel by Jonathan Adler

One of my favorite hotels to get away is The Parker in Palm Springs. There is nothing better for a designer than to retreat in such an inspiring place! I love the mix of mid century with contemporary and just plane funky decor. In every corner there is something new and exciting to discover. I would like to give Mr. Jonathan Adler a very strong nod! Thank you...









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Tile Inspiration


I remember the first couple design project I worked on, I was pretty reserved with my tile selections for clients. Tile isn't always cheap and its not something you want to overlook. 

Now Its one of my very favorite stages in the design process. You can really make a room with the right materials. Here are a couple of concepts I am working on right now. 

Enjoy!




Wedding in the woods.

Wedding by M. Swabb
www.MaeganSwabb.com 

When my brother asked me seven months ago to help him and my now sister in law plan their wedding I was thrilled. Then he told me he wanted to host the wedding at a 8+ acre YMCA campsite for three days all the while accommodating 170+ people. I was wondering what I signed myself up for. Did I mention we had a beer budget? I have to admit, nerves weren't the only thing keeping me up a night. I had some serious doubts about pulling this one off. 

With a ton of planning and lots of help from friends and family members the wedding turned out better than any of us imagined.

The very long pathway to the wedding was filled with handmade origami and white paper lanterns to add texture and color, pink kissed ivory roses hanging from trees with rustic rope. 














The Reception was full of organic colors and the smell of fresh mint and rosemary as they lined the tables. 















All and all I must say it was well worth the risk - I would do it all over again. 

 Images by :
Dream Castle Photography www.DreamCastlePhotography.com
+ Chris Swabb www.C-SwabbPhotography.com 
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