ramona
“What’s better than a house where you know you’re not going to keep anything?” our client joked.
Brought in by a developer, our team was commissioned to redesign a property that was essentially unsellable on the open market. Although the home had passed county approvals, it had been improperly built—and a portion of the structure was literally separating and shifting toward the barranca behind it. And that was only the beginning.09
The original 1970s ranch layout presented its own design challenges: a cramped 200 sq ft galley kitchen serving nearly 4,000 sq ft of living space; a tiny dining room that accommodated only six; narrow, dark hallways; just 2.5 bathrooms; and a laundry room inconveniently located in a detached garage.
Working collaboratively with a structural engineer, architect, and builder, our team transformed the home from dilapidated to extraordinary. We reimagined the flow of every room to enhance natural light, functionality, and entertaining potential. The new design featured an expansive open-concept kitchen, dining room, and living space; custom cabinetry to offset the lack of closets; additional bathrooms; and a secondary master suite.
As for the failing living room that was breaking away from the house? After reinforcing the foundation, we transformed it into a luxurious new primary suite, complete with La Cantina sliders framing the sweeping barranca views and a serene, spa-like primary bath. Spanish contemporary influences—such as tadelakt shower walls—added warmth, texture, and authenticity throughout.
The design phase took six months, and the full build was completed in one year—a remarkable revival of a home once deemed unlivable.
services
New Construction Interior Architecture and Exterior Design, Light Staging & Decor
location
Somis, CA
builder
BuildD3
Photographer
Brandon Aquino
"Sophia is unbelievable. She brought my vision to life and made the entire process easy from start to finish. Incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and detail-oriented. Her design sense is top-tier—I couldn’t have done it without her. Highly recommend."
j. zavala
san antonio, tx
"While preparing for a remodel, we engaged Et Sal Interiors—and they were amazing every step of the way. They took the time to understand our vision, our unique needs as a senior care home, and our budget. Et Sal provided everything we needed to complete the remodel and beautifully decorate the home. Everyone who visits is blown away by how warm and inviting the space turned out. Our goal was to create a home where seniors could live with dignity and families would feel welcome and comfortable. Et Sal absolutely nailed it. We’ll definitely be using them again on our next project."
d. brodt
los angeles, ca
"We worked with Sophia on developing a color scheme for our home remodel. She was great to work with, listened to our desires, got a feel for what we like and don’t like, and took photos along the way. She helped us select colors and made suggestions of choices that we likely would not have considered on our own. We recommend her highly!"
s. kerper
camarillo, ca
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starting from the ground up
spaces
that stand the
test of time
From concept to completion we help you with everything to design your new home. We collaborate with architects, general contractor, and subcontractor to ensure a seamless experience. No detail is left unplanned.
breathing new life into your home
Whether planning a kitchen remodel to undertaking an entire house renovation, our turn-key interior design services ensures no aspect is left to chance. We understand the intricacies of the construction process to ensure your remodel stays, on goal, on time, and on budget.
elevating your existing space
For those who do not require construction but still want the help of an expert eye curating a cohesive home, this interior design service is for you. Whether you only require a few spaces or an entire house, our team will find the best furniture and home accessories then manage their delivery and installation.
soulful, elevated
