Bobby Berk Headquarters: Conference Room, Call Room, Powder Room & Laundry

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CONFERENCE ROOM

Originally, the space functioned as the family room of the home. But we had plans to turn it into the Conference Room–  a multi-functional creative space that would host team meetings, visits with clients, and maybe even the occasional after-work drink! We started by opening up the space on both ends of the room, by replacing the small French doors that lead to the patio with Marvin doors that would completely open up the entire wall to the backyard, creating an ideal indoor/ outdoor vibe (perfect for Southern California). And on the opposite wall, we swapped out a window for another set of Marvin French doors that open to a small balcony. The dated fireplace also got a brand new look, with a Napolean fireplace from Build with Ferguson and a custom minimal black metal mantel.

With the architectural features in place, it was time to start furnishing the space, starting with the biggest and most important piece of furniture: the conference table. We chose the Viccarbe Trestle Table from Steelcase, a clean-lined table that spanned over 10 feet, giving us plenty of space to accommodate our entire team. We paired it with a matching Bench (upholstered in a Designtex fabric) and a trio of chairs for a casual mix-and-match feel: the Uncino chair, Fronda chair, and Viccarbe Season Chair all from Steelcase as well. Overhead, a minimal Katy Skelton linear chandelier lights things up, and Bobby Berk for Karastan rug brings in a black and white pattern below. For visual appeal, we created a large gallery wall surrounding the fireplace. But to keep it from looking too “busy”, we kept the colors neutral and the artwork limited to more abstract pieces. We choose pieces by Alarah Gee, Michel DeSutter, and Visage 06 by Leigh Wells all from Tappan, along with pieces from Bobby’s collection for Leftbank.

Our favorite feature in the room, however, would probably be the wet bar. We kept the existing footprint of the original wet bar and simply elevated and modernized it – starting with White Calcatta Extra Marble from Daltile on the counter and wall. A simple black Kallista faucet and handy Marvel refrigerator drawer from Build with Ferguson also make it easy to prep a cocktail in this chic and cozy corner (after the work day is done, of course).

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POWDER ROOM

We took our Powder room in a luxe new direction, by bringing in some custom features and special materials. The bespoke custom floating vanity is clad in White Calcatta Extra Marble from Daltile, as well as the shower walls. On the floors, we brought in subtle color though cindered olive zellige tile from Clé, laid in a chevron pattern. Above the vanity, a unique O&G Studio mirror and sconces add a whole lot of interest to an otherwise simple and clean space. Hardware from Kohler, including a faucet, also brings in graphic black touches, as well as a black Baldwin privacy door knob from Build With Ferguson.