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Design Recipes: Master modern old-world charm with these tips

Wood elements help to add warmth to an space highlighted by a wood burning fireplace.

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By Cathy Hobbs

As the old saying goes, what’s old is new again. This certainly applies to home decor and interior design. One moment a trend is hot, then goes out of style, only to return. Certain styles are also timeless. The expression “oldworld charm” can be interpreted in different ways, but it typically signals a design that is classic and timeless. One way to create a look that is fresh and relevant is to modernize these elements. Here are some top tips.

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1427 Kenwood Road1427 Kenwood Road

Very clean 2bed/2bath (easy modification to a 3 bedroom) single-level home with mountain and city views. Enjoy the Mesa lifestyle with vaulted ceilings, an updated kitchen, living room fireplace, and dual-pane windows/sliders. The kitchen features a stainless steel Viking stove and dishwasher. The second bedroom is over-sized, as it was previously two bedrooms. The spacious backyard features a large deck and natural landscaping. This backyard is ready to be trans 329 San Ysidro formed into a paradise. There is plenty of room for lawn, fruit trees, jungle-gym, trampoline, and more. Towering over Offered at $3,250,000 the backyard is a gorgeous oak tree providing wonderful shade over the deck. This home is located on a very quiet, tucked away cul-de-sac at the end of Kenwood Road. Attached 2-car garage with interior access. OFFERED AT $998,500

1547 Shoreline Drive Offered at $7,995,000 1553 Shoreline Drive Offered at $3,495,000

Enjoy complete privacy on this fabulous ~1 acre Montecito estate. Resting at the center of this property is a charming 2,300+ sq. ft. Craftsman style home originally built circa 1912. Today, it features modern amenities, and still retains its rustic charm. Located in MUS.

Rare ocean front estate on the Mesa! This spectacular 4bed/4.5bath ultra-luxury property boasts ~5,100+ sq. ft. of living space resting on over 1/2 acre of prime California coastline. Enjoy unparalleled ocean views from every corner of this contemporary home. Must see in person!

Very clean 2bed/2bath (easy modification to a 3 bedroom) single-level home with mountain and city views. Enjoy the Mesa lifestyle with vaulted ceilings, an updated kitchen, living room fireplace, and dual-pane windows/sliders. The kitchen features a stainless steel Viking stove and dishwasher. The second bedroom is over-sized, as it was previously two bedrooms. The spacious backyard features a large deck and natural landscaping. This backyard is ready to be trans 329 San Ysidro formed into a paradise. There is plenty of room for lawn, fruit trees, jungle-gym, trampoline, and more. Towering over Offered at $3,250,000 the backyard is a gorgeous oak tree providing wonderful shade over the deck. This home is located on a very quiet, 1/2 acre ocean front lot! This is a once in a life time opportunity to purchase tucked away cul-de-sac at the end of Kenwood Road. Attached 2-car garage with interior access. a vacant piece of ocean front property OFFERED AT $998,500 located in one of Santa Barbara’s most desirable neighborhoods. Build your dream home to the exact specifications that you desire. Panoramic ocean views! The Richardson Team

1547 Shoreline Drive Offered at $7,995,000

1553 Shoreline Drive Offered at $3,495,000

Enjoy complete privacy on this fabulous ~1 acre Montecito estate. Resting at the center of this property is a charming 2,300+ sq. ft. Craftsman style home originally built circa 1912. Today, it features modern amenities, and still retains its rustic charm. Located in MUS.

Rare ocean front estate on the Mesa! This spectacular 4bed/4.5bath ultra-luxury property boasts ~5,100+ sq. ft. of living space resting on over 1/2 acre of prime California coastline. Enjoy unparalleled ocean views from every corner of this contemporary home. Must see in person!

East Mesa Ocean View Home!

Enjoy ocean and island views from this 3bed/2.5bath 2,105 sq. ft. East Mesa home resting on a flat, usable, and manicured 10,000+ sq. ft. lot. Located down a long driveway, well off the street, this gorgeous Cape Cod style residence sits behind a private gated entry. This is a very rare piece of property on the Mesa, offering an incredible amount of outdoor space! This home is 1/2 acre ocean front lot! This is a once in a life time opportunity to purchase ideal for entertaining guests, summer BBQ’s, and playing sports on the spacious lawn. As you walk through the entry “Dolphin a vacant piece of ocean front property Door’’ you are immersed into the Santa Barbara lifestyle with light pouring through the windows, beach accents throughout, located in one of Santa Barbara’s most and ocean views from the living area, primary bedroom, and newly upgraded deck. Washington Elementary School District. Attached 2-car garage and circular driveway. desirable neighborhoods. Build your dream home to the exact specifications that you desire. Panoramic ocean views! The Richardson Team

Mike Richardson, Realtors 1806 Cliff Drive Santa Barbara, CA 93109

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1. Do use wallpaper as an accent wall. 2. Do use wallpaper in spaces where you wish to incorporate graphics and color. 3. Do blend an inspirational wall color with wallpaper to create a cohesive look. 4. Do use wallpaper to help add height or elongate a space. 5. Do use wallpaper such as grass cloth to add texture.

DON’TS

1. Don’t blend different patterns of wallpaper in the same space. 2. Don’t place big wallpaper prints in small spaces such as bathrooms. 3. Don’t overlook an opportunity to use wallpaper in creative ways such as on a ceiling. 4. Don’t assume that wallpaper has to bring in an element of color or pattern. Wallpaper can bring a sense of calm and neutrality to spaces as well. 5. Don’t be afraid to go bold and make an inspirational state or create a focal point using wallpaper.

Cathy Hobbs, based in New York City, is an Emmy Award-winning television host and a nationally known interior design and home staging expert with offices in New York City, Boston and Washington, D.C. Visit her website at cathyhobbs.com.

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3375 Foothill Rd #134 3/2 11-3 $1,945,000 This updated 3BD/2BA penthouse unit is an entertainer’s dream. Floor to ceiling glass doors showcase the ocean, island and main polo field views.

Village Properties Claudia Schou 805-403-7053 # 02134548

samarkand

315 Stanley Dr. 3/2 1-4 $2,475,000 First Open for this sweeping mountain view and meticulously-remodeled home, where indoor-outdoor perfection and easy California living is at its best.

Village Properties 805-637-7772 # 01717947 Darcie McKnight, Thomas Dabney & Pam Shalhoob

Carpinteria

1112-1118 Linden Ave. 7/6.5 1-3 $3,595,000 Very rare opportunity to purchase a newly formed 4unit condominium development.

Village Properties Justin Corrado 805-451-9969 # 01356799

san antonio Creek

4599 Camino del Mirasol 4/3 11-1 $2,795,000 Peace, Privacy, & Views at the end of a cul-de-sac in the desirable Rancho San Antonio! Ideal for indoor/ outdoor living with room for pool or ADU.

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Carpinteria

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Carpinteria

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sUmmerland

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Carpinteria

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Carpinteria

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syCamore Canyon

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VentUra

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east side Upper

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VentUra

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Carpinteria

3375 Foothill Rd #134 3/2 1-3 $1,945,000 This updated 3BD/2BA penthouse unit is an entertainer’s dream. Floor to ceiling glass doors showcase the ocean, island and main polo field views.

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mesa

1539 Cliff Drive 3/2.5 1-4 $3,295,000 Ocean/island views from this 2,100+ sq. ft. East Mesa home resting on a flat, usable, and manicured 10,000+ sq. ft. lot. Located down a long driveway, well off the street, Cape Cod residence. Gated entry. Very rare Mesa property. Mike Richardson, Realtors Kyle Richardson 805-680-3131 # 01902531

downtown

1701 Anacapa St 26 Tree-top views from this Downtown home in the beautiful Villa Anacapa community. Close to downtown shops, restaurants and parks! 2-4 $899,7502/2

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east side lower

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mesa

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samarkand

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east side lower

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san antonio Creek

4599 Camino del Mirasol 4/3 11-1 $2,795,000 Peace, Privacy, & Views at the end of a cul-de-sac in the desirable Rancho San Antonio! Ideal for indoor/ outdoor living with room for pool or ADU.

Village Properties David Magid 805-451-0402 # 01964710

east side upper

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syCamore Canyon

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12-2 $5,450,0005/6

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