MELDRUM DESIGN BLOG

In the world of architecture and design, we see beyond what is. We see what could be, and we revel in the act of making it so. Here are some insightful and inspiring stories of projects I’ve tackled, lessons I’ve learned, and a little bit of humor to keep things interesting. Because, if you can’t laugh about life and home renovations, then what the heck are we all here for?

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San Diego Modern Coastal Apartments

A stunning transformation of this apartment building into a contemporary heaven.

This client bought a four-unit apartment building in very rough shape. His goal: develop into modern, rentable apartments. Together, we designed and permitted a complete remodel. Read on for more photos of this Modern Coastal historical apartment building!

Remodel RenovationAshley Hopwood FarrarDecember 21, 2016rental apartment, rental property, san diego rental, san diego, airbnb, vrbo, homeaway, apartment buidling, small apartment, tiny apartment, small kitchen, kitchen renovation, small bathroom, bathroom renovation, apartment renovation, coastal, beach style

Tiny Spaces: Why Do We Like Them?

A recent article questions our love of small spaces.

How do Tiny Spaces make you feel? Do you want to stay? Or run away? Recently, The New York Times published a quick and very interesting article that made me think. Why do people like Tiny Houses? Molly Young thinks she has the answer.

Design DIY, Tiny Living, Minimalist LivingAshley Hopwood FarrarAugust 3, 2016small living room, small house, small design, small renovation, tiny house, tiny home, tiny living, tiny space, small living room plan, small apartment, small condo, psychology of small, new york times, the new york times