Faux Finishes

 Silver & Gold Metallic Finish

A luxurious and glamorous finish that enhances any space with its shimmering elegance. This technique seamlessly blends silver and gold metallic tones, making it a striking choice for both modern and traditional interiors. Ideal for powder rooms or accent walls.

Faux Malachite Finish

Faux Malachite Vaulted Dome

Hand-painted for the 2018 Pasadena Showcase House, this stunning vaulted dome ceiling features a rich faux malachite finish

 Faux Marquetry

A masterful decorative technique that mimics the intricate artistry of traditional marquetry. This process involves applying different shades of stain to wood, creating the illusion of inlaid patterns and delicate designs without the need for actual wood inlays. Faux marquetry enhances floors, furniture, and architectural details.

 

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Faux Stone Urns

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Restored Main Entrance Urns – Pasadena Showcase House 2023

Originally black, these grand entrance urns were meticulously restored and transformed into an elegant antique bronze finish. Using a variety of metallic paints, I carefully layered tones to achieve a natural, timeworn bronze effect.

 

Accent wall finishes

 

Faux Nero Marquina Marble

This striking black marble finish is crafted using black Venetian plaster and hand-painted acrylic veining to replicate the natural beauty of Nero Marquina marble. Applied to a modern fireplace, this technique achieves the depth and luxury of real stone while offering a seamless and customizable design.

Faux Crema Marfil Marble

Faux Carrara Marble

Faux Blue Pearl Granite Finish

This  finish is designed to replicate the depth and shimmer of Blue Pearl granite. This custom technique was used to match the client’s stovetop hood to their existing kitchen island.

Lime Wash Finish

Lime wash is made from natural slaked lime and mineral pigments, it creates a soft, velvety texture with beautiful tonal variations. Ideal for bedrooms and family rooms. This eco-friendly finish enhances walls with an organic, aged patina, perfect for both modern and traditional interiors.

 

Lime Wash Finish on Brick Fireplace (before after)

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Ombre finish

 

Soft watercolor finish

The master bedroom suite walls were beautifully transformed with a delicate watercolor-inspired finish. Layered glazes in soft blues and earthy tones were  applied to create a serene effect, adding depth and movement to the space.

 

Stone finish

This exquisite faux stone finish is hand-painted to replicate the timeless beauty of natural stone blocks. Each block is individually glazed in a variety of soft, neutral tones, creating depth and subtle variations of stone. Ideal for grand entryways, staircases, or accent wall

 

Faux Stone Finish Fireplace

Stripe finish