Pasadena Home Tour

Vibrant Mid-Century
Reimagined
Emily LaMarque , ASID
Emily LaMarque Design Studio
Pasadena, CA 91103
818-571-7448
www.emilylamarque.com
Challenge
The east Arroyo home was purchased in 2011 from the original owner who left it
in immaculate, but original condition. Original also meant dated, and as an interior
designer I had a long list of requirements that I also needed in my own home. It had
to be light and bright, fun and youthful, kid-friendly and easy to maintain, sleek and
modern, and of course, beautiful.
History
To improve upon the floor plan layout, we borrowed space from a large existing den
to create a new powder room, laundry room and master bedroom walk-in closet.
Walls were removed around the kitchen, living and dining rooms to create an open,
family-friendly great room. All existing mechanical systems were replaced and
brought up to date. The garage was refinished to function both as an operable
garage, but also as a sleek, airy home office. Additionally, the entire property was relandscaped to allow for easy, accessible southern California indoor-outdoor living.
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Pops of white, including the white, high-gloss cabinets
paired with durable Caesarstone brighten the space.
Sapele wood floors throughout the home warm up
the atmosphere and the bright, printed shades in
every room add an element of casual fun. Graphic
wallcoverings and artwork add to the modern, youthful
vibe, while clean, modern lines throughout make the
home feel decidedly ‘now’. New and vintage pieces
mix together playfully, and ultimately many of the retro
inspired design-elements reference the home’s original
mid-century date.
By combining comfortable furnishings, striking materials,
simple yet luxurious selections, and a bit of sparkle and
shine, this Pasadena home emanates a fresh, vibrant
design that welcomes laid-back family living.
Resources
General Contractor Dave Gross
Tile Walker Zanger, Ann Sacks, Westside Tile & Stone
Appliances Thermador
Countertops Caesarstone, Pental Quartz
Lighting Solaria Home, Ro Sham Beaux, Global Views, Lumens.com,
Arteriors Home, Vintage
Floor Coverings West Elm, Anthropologie, Global Views, Dash & Albert,
BR111 Wood
Window Treatments Custom by Ilona Draperies, Hunter Douglas
Fabric Osborne & Little, Robert Allen, Kravet, Premiere Prints
Furniture Vanguard Furniture, Serena & Lily, Design within Reach,
Wayfair.com, West Elm, Wisteria, Etsy, vintage pieces.
Cabinetry All custom made by LA Woodworks, Inc.
Paint Vista Paint, Benjamin Moore
Painting Dave Gross General Contractor
Speciality Finishes Wallpaper from Nina Campbell, F. Schumacher,
Osborne & Little, Phillip Jeffries
Flowers/Plants Pots from Potted, Bauer Pottery & Jackalope Pottery
Outdoor Furniture CB2, Grandin Road, HD Buttercup, West Elm, Potted
Bio
Emily LaMarque, a true Southern California style maker, brings a fresh,
yet sophisticated eye to design. She is fueled and inspired by the
relaxed yet glamorous atmosphere of Los Angeles which encourages
the vibrant sensibility infused through much of her work.
Emily LaMarque Design Studio specializes in a full-service design
approach which guides clients through the entire design process
from start to finish. From developing a design vision to seeing
the design come to life, Emily provides a highly customized,
personalized service to fulfill the most imaginative design goals.
With impeccable service and the utmost attention to detail, Emily
guides you through every step of the design process with the
highest level of involvement and execution.
Renowned for her fresh take on color
inspiration and modern chic vibe,
Emily was selected by Town & Country
Magazine as one of LA’s elite up and
coming designers. Emily’s work is
regularly featured nationally in print and
online publications. When she is not
knee deep in swatches and samples,
Emily can be found adventuring
outdoors with her little one, submersed
at a spa, or serving up delectable
design advice on her blog, Design Dish.
Emily LaMarque Design Studio
invites the opportunity to collaborate
with clients and create something
spectacular.
Emily lamarque
ASID
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