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:
commercial
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
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
WE OFFER A VARIETY BESPOKE DESIGN SERVICES IN LA AREA AND BEYOND
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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.