pacific palisades
INTERIOR DESIGNER
ALL ABOUT DESIGN STUDIO
All About Design is a premium full-service interior design studio that delivers refined interiors, inspired by timeless architecture and honest materials, to PACIFIC PALISADES business and home owners.
AADS creates bespoke spaces for elevated living, dining and working.
If you are dreaming of a high-end, vintage-eclectic, and boutique hotel inspired, art-forward home, hire an experienced designer, specialized in creation of authentic timeless interiors, and who also is an expert in creating collected spaces.
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.
pacific palisades
interior designer
ABOUT US
All About Design Studio is a full-service interior designer delivering refined interiors inspired by coastal architecture and timeless materials. Our interior design firm creates bespoke spaces for elevated living.
If you are dreaming of a high-end, vintage-eclectic, and art-forward home, find a designer experienced with working with local architects and builders, specialized in art curation, and is an expert in curating collected, authentic interiors.
At All About Design Studio, we believe that a space—whether a private residence or a public venue—should reflect personal history, daily life, and a sense of absolute comfort.
Founded by Alla Carrasco, our studio brings over 18 years of specialized hospitality expertise to every project. Alla has spent nearly two decades designing boutique hotels and restaurants, crafting environments that seamlessly balance operational precision with high-end luxury.
Today, we bring that same curated, guest-centric lens to both our commercial and residential design services.
In Pacific Palisades, where natural beauty and architectural variety coexist, we collaborate with clients to thoughtfully restore, rebuild, or reimagine their spaces with care and creativity. Our designs harmonize the region's stunning coastal landscape with refined, upscale aesthetics, resulting in functional, visually captivating living and dining environments.
Whether you are launching a new boutique hotel or restaurant concept, starting residential construction, navigating the aftermath of recent wildfires, or looking to refine your private interiors, our full-service design studio offers clarity, warmth, and intention at every stage.
We recognize that thoughtful interiors shape the way we live and interact, far beyond a space's appearance.
From commercial hospitality destinations to private sanctuaries, we customize our approach to promote well-being and cultivate a deep, personalized sense of comfort and belonging.
Love the vibe of your favorite boutique hotel?
Let’s bring that five-star resort feeling into your primary suite or guest house.
With 18+ years of hotel design experience, we know exactly how to make your home feel like a permanent vacation.
Vetting the Designer
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Full-Service Project Management experience: A large-scale estate renovation is complex. All About Design Studio is a full-service firm that provides architectural detailing, contractor coordination, and procurement management (tracking furniture, shipping, and art installation).
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With more than 18 years of experience across high-end hospitality projects, the founder of AADS - Alla Carrasco brings the precision of large-scale hotel design to every commission. Having contributed to award-winning destinations including Hotel Figueroa (Los Angeles), SLS Hote (Beverly Hills), she understands how exceptional environments are conceived, detailed, and executed — from initial vision through construction administration and final installation.
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All About Design Studio has demonstrated their Portfolio Diversity. Designing a variety of hotels and restaurants in the past, taught Alla, the founder of All About Design Studio that her team can break away from a single standardized aesthetic and truly capture a unique, client-driven style.
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All About Design Studio specialized in Art Curation, Art Placement & Art Lighting. A contemporary art collection needs deliberate wall space, intentional sightlines, and gallery-level balance. Look for a designer with experience in art curation who can plan layouts that let massive or eccentric pieces breathe.
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Specialty Lighting: Art and vintage pieces require museum-quality lighting. All About Design Studio has expertise in layered lighting—using warm dimmable LED art washes, UV-blocking glazing for windows, and recessed or surface mounted fixtures that won't cause glare on canvas or damage vintage textiles. All About Design Studio has relationships with high end lighting designers and art curators.
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All About Design Studio brings Vintage & Eclectic Sourcing Expertise. A high-end vintage style should look "collected over time" rather than purchased from a catalog. All About Design Studio has relationships with antique dealers, custom upholsterers, and vintage sources.
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Material Authenticity: Eclectic contemporary design thrives on texture and material blending. All About Design Studio is highly capable of mixing period pieces with clean, modern architectural backdrops.
Elevate your Coastal Living:
luxury home renovations
Imagine waking up every day in a room inspired by your favorite luxury resort.
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With our deep roots in boutique hospitality design, we specialize in turning primary suites, outdoor spaces, and guest houses into world-class retreats.
We look forward to designing your dream space soon—
please share your project goals with us.
malibu california
At All About Design Studio, we believe that a masterfully designed space is more than just a structure; it is a seamless reflection of personal history, curated experiences, and a profound sense of comfort. Founded by principal Alla Carrasco, our studio brings over 18 years of elite, award-winning international hospitality expertise to the coast of Malibu. Having spent nearly two decades defining the aesthetics of boutique hotels, high-end restaurants, and exclusive nightlife venues, Alla infuses every project with a rare guest-centric lens that harmonizes coastal natural beauty with refined, upscale luxury.
From concept to completion, we dedicate our full-service luxury interior design expertise to the discerning tastemakers of Malibu:
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For Malibu Homeowners: We partner with residents who demand that their private sanctuaries echo the sophisticated, effortless ambiance of their favorite boutique hotels. Whether you are navigating a new build, managing the sensitive aftermath of recent wildfires, or executing a custom remodel, we craft a custom estate that promotes well-being and embodies your ultimate lifestyle.
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For Boutique Hotel & Restaurant Owners: When launching an upscale venue, you need an experienced leader who understands both operational choreography and signature aesthetics. We provide comprehensive commercial solutions, including brand-standard concept generation, custom millwork, bespoke lighting, and premium commercial-grade material specifications to make your venue a standout destination.
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For Luxury Real Estate Agents & Brokers: We act as your secret weapon during high-stakes escrow negotiations. If you have a buyer who loves a location but struggles to envision a property's hidden potential, our studio steps in to bring a fresh, high-end vision directly to life. We map out rapid design concepts and cosmetic transformations, turning a hesitant buyer into a confident owner.
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For Premier Builders & Developers: We serve as a strategic partner to maximize square footage, leverage supplier discounts, and elevate high-end interior assets that accelerate multi-million dollar property values and evoke immediate emotional connections from the market.
Whether your goal is a residential sanctuary or a commercial landmark, our studio delivers clarity, warmth, and intention at every phase—managing everything from procurement to construction administration with the highest level of craftsmanship.
Ready to Bring Your Vision to Life?
Let’s discuss how we can transform your space. Book a session with leading Los Angeles interior designer Alla Carrasco today.
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 surrounding areas
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:
commercial
design services
ALL ABOUT DESIGN STUDIO OFFERS FULL-SERVICE INTERIOR DESIGN SOLUTIONS FOR THE COMMERCIAL AND HOSPITALITY SECTORS
PROJECTS WE DESIGNED IN THE PAST:
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Studio's principal Alla Carrasco brings extensive 18+ years of design experience and expertise in Hospitality Design creating Award-winning hotels, restaurants & nightlife projects.
See her Commercial Design Portfolio she generated while she worked for leading Hospitality Design companies in Los Angeles, and her Linkedin profile BELOW
residential
services
ALL ABOUT DESIGN STUDIO OFFERS VARIETY OF RESIDENTIAL SERVICES
• FULL SERVICE DESIGN {RENOVATION & NEW HOME DESIGN
• FULL HOME FURNISHING & DECORATION
• BATHROOM REMODEL
• KITCHEN REMODEL
• VACATION RENTAL DESIGN
• DESIGNER-FOR-A-DAY
• VIRTUAL-DESIGN (E DESIGN)_
• DESIGN CONSULTATION
SEE IN DETAIL BELOW
ALL ABOUT DESIGN STUDIO services
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full service design
& renovation
CREATED FOR
Busy professionals who want a hands-off, highly personalized design experience — where every detail is taken care of from start to finish, saving time and avoiding costly mistakes.
SERVICE INCLUDES:
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Concept creation.
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Tailored budget creation
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"This or That” client interview & following meetings
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Comprehensive design presentation
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Comprehensive design drawings package (plans elevations, custom furniture or cabinetry, ceiling plan, power plan)
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Selection of all finishes, furnishings, fabrics, lighting, window treatments, accessories, and artwork.
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Access to custom and to-the-trade options
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Procurement, tracking, and storage coordination.
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Full-service white glove installation.
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Seamless communication: weekly design-progress meetings.
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Vendors management and communication (millworker, upholsterer, wallcovering installer, etc)
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Contractor coordination with AADS preferred contractors and project management.
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Final furniture and furnishings + accessories installation.
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Photoshoot coordination.
ALL ABOUT DESIGN STUDIO residential services
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full service
furnishings & decor
CREATED FOR:
Those looking for a full-service design plan without the added cost of procurement and installation.
This option keeps the integrity of our creative process while offering flexibility and savings—ideal if you're comfortable managing the final steps yourself.
SERVICE INCLUDES:
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Tailored budget creation
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This or That” client interview & following meetings
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Comprehensive design presentation
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Selection of all finishes, furnishings, fabrics, lighting, window treatments, accessories, & art.
5. Hyperlinked shopping list
6. Referrals for local installers
7. Furniture and art installation guidelines
8. Seamless communication.
ALL ABOUT DESIGN STUDIO residential services
3
bathroom design & remodel
CREATED FOR:
Busy professionals who want a hands-off, highly personalized design experience — where every detail is taken care of from start to finish, saving time and avoiding costly mistakes.
SERVICE INCLUDES:
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Bathroom Concept creation.
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Tailored budget creation
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"This or That” client interview & following meetings
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Comprehensive design presentation
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Comprehensive design drawings package (plans elevations, custom cabinetry, ceiling plan, power plan)
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Selection of all finishes, furnishings, lighting, window treatments, accessories, hardware, and artwork.
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Access to custom and to-the-trade options
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Procurement, tracking, and storage coordination.
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Full-service white glove installation.
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Seamless communication: weekly design-progress meetings.
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Vendors management and communication (millworker, window treatment fabricator, wallcovering installer, etc)
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Contractor coordination with AADS preferred contractors and project management.
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Final installation.
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Photoshoot coordination.
ALL ABOUT DESIGN STUDIO residential services
4
kitchen design & remodel
CREATED FOR:
Busy professionals who want a hands-off, highly personalized design experience — where every detail is taken care of from start to finish, saving time and avoiding costly mistakes.
SERVICE INCLUDES:
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Kitchen Concept creation.
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Tailored budget creation
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"This or That” client interview & following meetings
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Comprehensive design presentation
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Comprehensive design drawings package (plans elevations, custom cabinetry, ceiling plan, power plan)
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Selection of all finishes, appliances, lighting, window treatments, furnishings, hardware, plumbing fixtures, accessories, and artwork.
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Access to custom and to-the-trade options
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Procurement, tracking, and storage coordination.
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Full-service white glove installation.
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Seamless communication: weekly design-progress meetings.
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Vendors management and communication (millworker, window treatment fabricator, wallcovering installer, etc)
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Contractor coordination with AADS preferred contractors and project management.
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Final installation.
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Photoshoot coordination.
ALL ABOUT DESIGN STUDIO residential services
5
vacation rental design
CREATED FOR:
Those vacation rental hosts that want to increase their rental revenue, save time & boost ratings.
For a vacation rental hosts that are looking for a full-service design plan without the added cost of procurement and installation (full service also available when we procure and arrange installation for all items).
This option keeps the integrity of our creative process while offering flexibility and savings—ideal if you're comfortable managing the final steps yourself.
SERVICE INCLUDES:
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Creative Concept Design
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Tailored budget creation
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This or That” client interview & following meetings
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Comprehensive design presentation
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Selection of all finishes, furnishings, fabrics, lighting, window treatments, accessories, & art.
5. Hyperlinked shopping list
6. Referrals for local installers
7. Furniture and art installation guidelines
8. Seamless communication.
* Full Service Vacation Rental is available (when we are purchasing and arranging installation of furnishings).
ALL ABOUT DESIGN STUDIO residential services
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virtual or E-design
CREATED FOR:
Those Homeowners or small businesses who want a professionally designed space but prefer a more affordable or DIY approach.
For Individuals who are comfortable with the process of purchasing and installing items themselves.
Anyone looking for functional and inspiring design solutions without the cost of traditional services.
SERVICE INCLUDES:
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Concept creation.
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Tailored budget creation
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"Comprehensive design presentation
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Design floor plan
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Selection of some finishes, lighting, window treatments, furnishings, hardware, plumbing fixtures, accessories, and artwork.
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Seamless communication.
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Hyperlinked shopping list
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Furniture and art installation guidelines
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Seamless communication.
ALL ABOUT DESIGN STUDIO residential services
ALL ABOUT DESIGN STUDIO services
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designer-for-a-day
CREATED FOR:
The client who wants some professional guidance, however, is not ready for a full-service design and has her own ideas and options.
For a small business owner or a residential client that needs a designer for a day to come assess their space, give a professional advice, answer any questions that client may have about your and their existing selections.
Services can be booked 6 hour time blocks. may include, but are not limited to the following...
SERVICE MAY INCLUDE:
2-3 hour, in-home design session
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Up to 3-4 hours of post-design time with a Design Plan sent to you.
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Any notes, drawings or sketches created during the session are sent to the client.
✓ Here are a few examples of what we could achieve in our time together:
- Come up with a room layout and source a few furnishings,
- Tile or stone slab shopping
- Paint colors or Wallcovering selections,
- Space plan for proper flow and function,
- Visit Furniture store and make selections
- Visit Fabric Showroom
- Discuss and come up with a Custom Built In item
- Start a design of a Custom Furniture Piece
... and more
areas we serve
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All About Design Studio serves all surrounding high-end LA's coastal regions: Venice Beach, Marina Del Rey Santa Monica, Brentwood, Pacific Palisades and Malibu.
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All About Design Studio serves the following premier non-coastal luxury areas organized below by geographic regions like The Platinum Triangle & Westside Enclaves: Bel Air, Holmby Hills, Beverly Hills, Beverly Park, Trousdale Estates, Mandeville Canyon.
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All About Design Studio serves the following top-tier LA's inland enclaves offering privacy and luxury include Mulholland Estates, The Bird Streets, Hollywood Hills, Outpost Estates, Sherman Oaks, and Hidden Hills
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All About Design Studio provides luxury design serving the entire LA's South Bay: Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, Redondo Beach, Palos Verdes, El Segundo & Playa Vista.
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.