All About Design Studio is a premier, full-service interior design firm based in Manhattan Beach California, specializing in design of luxury residential HOMES and estates, VACATION AND short-term RENTAL PROPERTIES, as well as hospitality PROJECTS like boutique hotels, RESORTS, restaurants, wellness SPACES, spas, and thoughtfully curated commercial ENVORONMENTS.
we create spaces that
elevate your environment,
uplift your spirit,
& tell you a story
Founded and led by multidisciplinary interior designer Alla Carrasco, the studio delivers bespoke environments that are as technically sophisticated as they are emotionally meaningful.
With more than 18 years of experience leading design of award-winning hotels and restaurants across commercial and high-end residential projects, Alla brings the precision of large-scale hospitality design to every commission.
Having contributed to award-winning destinations including Hotel Figueroa IN Downtown LOS ANGELES, The Tommie Hotel IN HOLLYWOOD, luxury restaurants LIKE LAVO RISTORANTE in Beverly hills, CAFE FIG in la, and palmilla restaurant in hermosa beach, she understands how exceptional environments are conceived, detailed, and executed — from initial vision TO final installation.
OUR philosophy
beautiful spaces should tell a story,
create lasting emotional connections, and improve the way people live, work, gather, recharge, and experience the world.
OUR EXPERTISE INCLUDES
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custom home design and ground-up new construction
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Whole-home renovations and complete gut remodels
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Smart-home integration, luxury kitchens, spa bathrooms, wellness amenities, & indoor-outdoor living environments
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Boutique hotels, restaurants, cafés, bars, and hospitality venues
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Wellness centers, spas, fitness studios, and health-focused environments
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Luxury vacation homes and high-performing short-term rental (STR) design
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Interior architecture, space planning, construction documentation, and construction administration
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Custom millwork, cabinetry design, lighting design, furniture design, and materials specification
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Turn-key furnishing, art curation, styling, and installation
OUR SERVICES
All About Design Studio provides full-service interior design for residential and boutique commercial spaces from concept to completion in Los Angeles and beyond.
We provide design and project management services for builders and developers as well as Real Estate Agents & Brokers.
Please select the service that best suits your needs:
providing everything You Need on your custom project
From Boutique Hotels
To Bespoke Homes
Our studio is led by a visionary founder with over 18 years of world-class hospitality experience designing elite boutique hotels and restaurants.
We bring this exact same level of resort-style luxury, flawless spatial planning, and high-performance durability directly into your residential renovation.
We specialize in crafting high-end coastal properties — both beachfront and inland — engineered specifically to beautifully withstand the challenges of salt air, moisture and sand.
areas WE SERVE
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ALL ABOUT DESIGN STUDIO is a Los Angeles-based interior design firm serving residential, hospitality, and commercial clients across Southern California and throughout the United States.
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We work with residential and hospitality clients in Los Angeles and surrounding areas, including Malibu, Pacific Palisades, Brentwood, Santa Monica, Venice, Sherman Oaks, Bel Air, Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Hollywood, Culver City, Marina del Rey, Playa Vista, El Segundo, Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, Redondo Beach, and Palos Verdes Estates.
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We are also available for estate and residential projects in San Diego, La Jolla, Del Mar, Solana Beach, Rancho Santa Fe, Dana Point, Laguna Beach, Newport Beach, Santa Barbara, and Big Sur.
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In addition, we welcome second-home, vacation-home, and short-term rental projects in Big Sur, Palm Desert, Hawaii, Montana, Utah, Florida, and Arizona. Each project is shaped by the land’s history, the family’s story, local architecture, the neighborhood, and how the clients use the space.
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For resorts, hotels, and wellness projects, we work with hospitality clients worldwide while following strict brand guidelines and our core design philosophy.
SERVING THROUGHOUT GRATER LOS ANGELES REGION AND U.S.
highlighted project
MANHATTAN BEACH COTTAGE
FULL RENOVATION
(3 BED, 4 BATH, KITCHEN, INTERIOR & EXTERIOR DESIGN)
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ALL ABOUT DESIGN STUDIO
MANHATTAN BEACH, CA
FULL RENOVATION
1840 SF
2018
THE BEACH RESIDENCE PROJECT WAS FINISHED IN 2018 – A GUT RENOVATION OF AN EXISTING BUNGALOW ORIGINALLY BUILT IN 1970.
MANHATTAN BEACH IS AN UPSCALE LOS ANGELES COMMUNITY SITUATED BY THE VAST SANDY BEACHLINE. THE HOUSE IS DESIGNED FOR A SMALL FAMILY WITH 3 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHROOMS, LIVING ROOM, KITCHEN AND AN OUTDOOR LIVING AREA.
OWNERS WANTED A HOME THAT IS A CONSTANT REMINDER OF THE BEACH AND INSPIRES CONNECTION TO THE NATURE, HOME THAT IS BUILT USING NATURAL MATERIALS AND ENCOURAGES RELAXATION. YET, THE OWNERS DIDN'T WANT IT TO VEER INTO STEREOTYPICAL BEECH BUNGALOW AND NEEDED A SPACE THAT IS MODERN, FUNCTIONAL AND REFLECTS PERSONALITY OF EACH FAMILY MEMBER.
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DESIGNER USED NATURAL FLATTENED BEECH PEBBLES FLOORING FOR THE OUTDOOR-INDOOR LIVING ROOM, ADDED SAND-COLOR UNFILLED TRAVERTINE AT THE OUTDOOR LIVING SPACE AND ALSO AS FEATURE-WALL IN THE PRIMARY BATHROOM.
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ALL FLOOR AND BUILT-IN CABINETRY IN BEDROOMS, KITCHEN AND TRANSITIONAL SPACES ARE FINISHED IN NATURAL WHITE OAK IN CLEAR MATTE FINISH – TO FARTHER BRING WARMTH AND NATURAL FEEL TO THE ENVIRONMENT.
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THE FAÇADE IS THE FIRST INTRODUCTION TO THE ARTISTIC REPRESENTATION OF THE MODERN BEACH HOME. THE LOWER-LEVEL FACADE WALL IS FINISHED WITH THE BLACK STANDING BEACH PEBBLES, AND THE UPPER LEVEL IS WHITE PLASTER WITH SCULPTURAL PERFORATED METAL BALCONY RAILING: THE CORAL LEAF WAS AN INSPIRATION FOR A PERFORATED PATTERN.
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THE OUTDOOR MATERIALS AND MOTIVES TRANSLATE TO THE INDOORS
AND REPEAT THROUGH-OUT THE SPACE BLENDING INDOORS WITH OUTDOOR
AND INVITING FRESH AIR THROUGH INTENTIONALLY CREATED CROSS-VENTILATION BREEZE.
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HAND-PAINTED MURRAL IN THE LIVING ROOM WAS INSPIRED BU THE DRAMATIC CONTRACT OF THE OCEAN AND SKY DURING STORMY DAY
THE BEACH RESIDENCE PROJECT WAS FINISHED IN 2018 – A GUT RENOVATION OF AN EXISTING BUNGALOW ORIGINALLY BUILT IN 1970.
MANHATTAN BEACH IS AN UPSCALE LOS ANGELES COMMUNITY SITUATED BY THE VAST SANDY BEACHLINE. THE HOUSE IS DESIGNED FOR A SMALL FAMILY WITH 3 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHROOMS, LIVING ROOM, KITCHEN AND AN OUTDOOR LIVING AREA.
OWNERS WANTED A HOME THAT IS A CONSTANT REMINDER OF THE BEACH AND INSPIRES CONNECTION TO THE NATURE, HOME THAT IS BUILT USING NATURAL MATERIALS AND ENCOURAGES RELAXATION. YET, THE OWNERS DIDN'T WANT IT TO VEER INTO STEREOTYPICAL BEECH BUNGALOW AND NEEDED A SPACE THAT IS MODERN, FUNCTIONAL AND REFLECTS PERSONALITY OF EACH FAMILY MEMBER.
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DESIGNER USED NATURAL FLATTENED BEECH PEBBLES FLOORING FOR THE OUTDOOR-INDOOR LIVING ROOM, ADDED SAND-COLOR UNFILLED TRAVERTINE AT THE OUTDOOR LIVING SPACE AND ALSO AS FEATURE-WALL IN THE PRIMARY BATHROOM.
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ALL FLOOR AND BUILT-IN CABINETRY IN BEDROOMS, KITCHEN AND TRANSITIONAL SPACES ARE FINISHED IN NATURAL WHITE OAK IN CLEAR MATTE FINISH – TO FARTHER BRING WARMTH AND NATURAL FEEL TO THE ENVIRONMENT.
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THE FAÇADE IS THE FIRST INTRODUCTION TO THE ARTISTIC REPRESENTATION OF THE MODERN BEACH HOME. THE LOWER-LEVEL FACADE WALL IS FINISHED WITH THE BLACK STANDING BEACH PEBBLES, AND THE UPPER LEVEL IS WHITE PLASTER WITH SCULPTURAL PERFORATED METAL BALCONY RAILING: THE CORAL LEAF WAS AN INSPIRATION FOR A PERFORATED PATTERN.
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THE OUTDOOR MATERIALS AND MOTIVES TRANSLATE TO THE INDOORS
AND REPEAT THROUGH-OUT THE SPACE BLENDING INDOORS WITH OUTDOOR
AND INVITING FRESH AIR THROUGH INTENTIONALLY CREATED CROSS-VENTILATION BREEZE.
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HAND-PAINTED MURRAL IN THE LIVING ROOM WAS INSPIRED BU THE DRAMATIC CONTRACT OF THE OCEAN AND SKY DURING STORMY DAY
Design that uplifts your spirit, elevates your environment, and tells you a story
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OUR SERVICES
01.DESIGN CONSULTATION
Every project begins with a Design Consultation to get to know you, explore your space, style, needs and goals. Whether you’re planning a full-service project, seeking DIY guidance, preparing to sell or exploring our fit, we’ll help you find direction. We’ll discuss your vision and our design process, then within 48 hours we will provide a tailored Scope of Work and Proposal outlining recommended services, estimated design fees and a project timeline—a clear roadmap for transforming your space.
02.FULL SERVICE DESIGN
Designed for busy professionals, our Full-Service Design offers personalized, hands-off experience from concept to completion. We manage budgets, original concept, design plans, finishes, furnishings and custom selections, plus procurement, architect, vendor and contractor coordination. Weekly progress meetings keep you informed while we handle every detail, including white-glove fu installation, final styling and photoshoot coordination — saving you time and helping avoid costly mistakes.
03.FURNISHINGS & DECOR
Our Furnishings & Decor service delivers a personalized design plan with the flexibility and savings of managing purchasing and installation yourself. We create a tailored design concept, budget and comprehensive design presentation, selecting a retail product: decorative finishes, furniture, fabrics, lighting, window treatments, accessories and art. You’ll receive a linked shopping list, local installer referrals and installation guidelines, with clear communication throughout.
04.BATHROOM DESIGN & REMODEL
Designed for busy professionals, our Bathroom Design & Remodel service offers a personalized, hands-off experience from concept to final installation. We manage your budget, detailed design drawings, custom cabinetry, finishes, lighting and hardware, plus procurement, vendor management and contractor coordination. Weekly progress meetings keep you informed while we oversee every detail and white-glove installation—saving you time and helping avoid costly mistakes.
05.KITCHEN DESIGN & REMODEL
Designed for busy professionals, our Kitchen Design & Remodel service offers a personalized, hands-off experience from concept to completion. We manage budgets, detailed drawings, custom cabinetry design, finish, lighting, fixtures and appliances schedules, plus procurement, vendor management and contractor coordination. Weekly progress meetings with client & teams to keep you informed while we oversee every detail through white-glove installation—saving you time & helping avoid costly mistakes.
06.VACATION RENTAL DESIGN
Led by a visionary founder with 18+ years designing elite boutique hotels and restaurants, our studio brings resort-style luxury, thoughtful spatial planning and lasting durability to vacation rentals. Our Vacation Rental Design service helps hosts increase revenue and boost ratings; our service includes a tailored concept, budget, curated selections, linked shopping list and installation guidance. Manage purchasing and installation yourself, or choose Full Service and let us handle it all.
07.VIRTUAL OR E-DESIGN
Our Virtual & E-Design service offers homeowners and small businesses an affordable, DIY-friendly path to a professionally designed space. We provide a personalized concept, tailored budget, comprehensive design presentation, floor plan and curated selections—from furnishings and lighting to select finishes and accessories. With a linked shopping list, furniture and art installation guidelines, and clear communication, you’ll have a plan to bring your space to life at your own pace.
08.DESIGNER-FOR-A-DAY
Our Designer-for-a-Day service gives homeowners and small businesses expert guidance — and a chance to experience working with a designer before committing to a full project. Book a six-hour block to assess your space, refine ideas and explore layouts, furnishings or finishes. Time may include an in-home session or showroom visits, followed by a personalized Design Plan with notes, scope of work or any drawings or sketches created during our meeting — helping you move forward with confidence.