Paradise Beneath the Palm Trees

This exotic, yet contemporary home is located on an island in an exclusive locale near the Philippines. This home was specifically developed by Mrs. Faria who worked in collaboration with others. The home breathes openness and a sense of freedom and heightens the sense of pure serenity.

Originally envisioned as a resort where couples could spend their honey-moons for a hefty fee, the owner of the island property loved it so much that he made it his own home to live in permanently. It features an amazing pool and scenery. Living beneath the palm trees is a luxury that many of us can only dream of.



The only way for the owner of this home to go to and from his residence is by boat or via helicopter and there is a personal helipad on the residence, hidden just behind the pool area and disguised amongst the palm trees and fauna. One would never even assume that this was a helicopter landing area unless you were told.

As we examine the indoor design, you can see how the decor matches the general color scheme and even the coloring of the wooden tables matches the general “feel” of the jungle-type environment that the home’s outdoor is similar to.

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One thing is for sure: if you happen to be a millionaire, living in a place like this must be breathtaking.

The finishing touches are how normal, ordinary things become wonderful pieces of greatness.

For example, if you were to look on the far side of sequins, a ballerina’s complex tutu is simply an apparent unitard. Removing that secret dash of his one extra special ingredient, the gourmand chef’s chicken tastes rather like one thing you prepare for dinner any normal traditional night. A similar thought can be made via the aforesaid chef analogy for your home style – the limited details like trim and molding will build all the distinction within the overall look and feel of your personal paradise .

Once upon a time, molding was an installation nightmare that engulfed the foremost bold designers. Materials were significant, tough to manage, and still required to be fit, painted, cut, and positioned – by no means a task for the typical house owner to undertake. Today’s materials eliminate a number of those challenges, creating molding and trim installation an exquisite homemade task that’s not very time overwhelming. However before busting out the seal gun and your hammer/nails, there’s some preparation involved and a good book on this subject can help.

molding2Molding and trim are both functional and decorative, and after being installed, the details are eye appealing and add significantly to your decor, while hiding joints from your walls, floors, ceilings, windows, doors, etc. Molding is available in several different materials that can widely vary based on its finish and price.

Molding and trim work is not limited to the interior of your house, as finishing touches are also needed outside, too. Outdoor molding will enhance your house’s curb appeal, and with a plethora of options, it is quite simple to find what suits your house and personal decor style.

San Francisco-primarily based studio De Meza Architecture completed the Pacific Heights Penthouse venture in collaboration with interior designer Jenn Kesteloot.




The architects completely remodeled the interior decor of this huge 2,500 square foot top floor (penthouse) apartment unit found in a 1925 built development in Pacific Heights, which is an affluent community in San Francisco, California.

Pacific Heights Penthouse by De Meza Architecture as quoted:

“A total interior remodel of a prime floor unit in a stately Pacific Heights building originally constructed back in 1925.

The remodel integrated the building of a new elevated roof deck with a customized spiral staircase and “penthouse” connecting the unit to the outdoor room.

The unit has 2 bedrooms, a den, 2 baths, a powder room, an updated residing and dining spot and a new open kitchen.

The style highlights the dramatic views to the San Francisco Bay and the Golden Gate Bridge to the north, the views west to the Pacific Ocean and the City to the south.

Finishes include custom stained wood paneling and doors during, engineered mahogany flooring with matching mahogany spiral stair treads.

The roof deck is completed with a lava stone and ipe deck and paneling, with frameless glass guardrails, a sizzling gasoline fire pit, irrigated plant containers, and  even an artificial turf puppy park.  Oh, and don’t forget the solar heated cedar hot tub for lots of fun in the sun!”