featured designer: mindy laven

I first spotted this adorable Newport Beach cottage in Rue Magazine, and immediately fell in love with its pretty coastal décor. Designed by Mindy Lavin, the dated 1964 old-school layout was transformed to an open and airy updated beach house.

Walls were removed and finishes were modernized to create the perfect home for a young family with three small children. Now the house is opened up from front to back and takes full advantage of the views of the water. Distressed wood floors and a simple gray and white palette are the perfect choices for a home so close to the sea.  

designer Mindy Lavin

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where I'll be sharing the work of my favorite local designers.

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Best of all, this home and others 
like it are featured in this new book!

photo credit: Mindy Laven and Ryan Garvin