ALL ABOUT
DESIGN STUDIO
IS A PREMIUM
VENICE BEACH
INTERIOR DESIGNER
All About Design is a premium full-service interior design studio that delivers refined interiors, inspired by timeless architecture and honest materials, to Venice Beach home and business owners.
All About Design creates bespoke spaces for elevated living, dining and working in Venice Beach and surrounding areas.
If you are dreaming of a high-end, vintage-eclectic, and art-forward home, STR, boutique hotel or a restaurant, hire an experienced designer, specialized in creation of authentic timeless interiors, and who 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.
venice beach CALIFORNIA
Renovating real estate in Venice Beach with strict architectural review boards and specific coastal regulations requires a seasoned design professional.
Neighborhood-Specific Design Expertise
Renovating a home in Venice Beach, California presents unique neighborhood-specific hurdles, ranging from strict local zoning regulations to the spatial limits of historic beach plots.
The Challenge: Severe Space Limits & Strict Mello Act/Coastal Commission Rules
Venice Beach lots — especially near the historic canals or walk streets - are notoriously narrow and compact. Local property owners must navigate rigorous building regulations, including compliance with the Los Angeles Coastal Zone-Specific Plan and the Mello Act. These rules strictly protect neighborhood character, limit building height, enforce tight setback requirements, and regulate how much of an existing structure can be demolished without triggering massive environmental or affordable housing reviews.
The primary challenge is finding a way to expand a cramped, dark, historic bungalow or cottage into a modern, airy family space without altering its footprint or violating strict city guidelines.
The Venice Coastal Zone Bottleneck
The most critical factor is the Venice Coastal Zone Specific Plan.
This boundary extends roughly 1,000 yards inland from the high tide line, wrapping around most residential properties west of Lincoln Boulevard.
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The Permit Before the Permit: Before the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS) issues a building permit, your project must clear the Director of Planning sign-off to prove compliance with the Coastal Specific Plan.
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The "50% Demolition" Rule: If a remodel involves tearing down more than 50% of the exterior walls or roof structure, it is legally categorized as a "major remodel" or substantial redevelopment. This automatically triggers the requirement for a full Coastal Development Permit (CDP), bypassing standard exemptions and adding months of plan checks and public hearings to your timeline.
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Height Limits and Step-Backs: Standard heights in subareas like North Venice are capped at 30 to 35 feet. Many areas require upper floors to be stepped back 1 foot for every foot of height above 30 feet to preserve neighborhood light and character.
The Design Solution: Indoor-Outdoor Vertical Living
To solve the space problem without violating structural footprints or setback limits, designers rely on biophilic, multi-functional vertical integration. Instead of expanding outward, the architecture maximizes the building's envelope upwards while relying on massive "pocket" or folding glass wall systems to visually dissolve boundaries. By treating tiny outdoor courtyards, narrow side yards, and the rooftop as direct continuations of the indoor floor plan, the home's functional square footage is effectively doubled.
The Material and Architectural Details
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Vanishing Glass Enclosures: Installation of floor-to-ceiling sliding or folding door systems on the main level. When retracted, the living room completely merges with a private, low-maintenance front courtyard.
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Third-Floor Floating Decks: Incorporating a rooftop terrace or an upper-level balcony enclosed with clear glass railings. This expands active living spaces into the open air and preserves views of the coastline or neighborhood without adding forbidden bulk to the building's physical profile.
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Marine-Grade Coastal Materials: To withstand the corrosive Venice ocean air, structures utilize wide-profile steel beams, monolithic concrete slabs, and resilient composite exterior cladding.
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Bohemian Modern Interior Millwork: Light-toned, multi-functional built-ins (like hidden storage beneath stairs and compact wall-mounted furniture) maximize utility. The interior is finished with organic textures—like white oak wood floors and sea-glass accents—maintaining a warm, relaxed beach vibe that respects the area's artistic roots.
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.
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:
ALL ABOUT DESIGN STUDIO 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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BOUTIQUE HOTELS, RESTAURANTS, CAFÉS, BARS, AND HOSPITALITY VENUES **
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WELLNESS CENTERS, SPAS, FITNESS STUDIOS, & HEALTH-FOCUSED ENVIRONMENTS **
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LUXURY VACATION HOMES AND HIGH-PERFORMING SHORT-TERM RENTAL (STR) DESIGN
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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
ALL ABOUT DESIGN STUDIO 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
