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Notes on homes, objects, memory, and the
beauty of a life well lived.

Santa Barbara is back! You can feel it in the air. People are taking to the streets to safely enjoy all that our beautiful home has to offer – including the food. I’m itching to make it back to some of my favorite local spots; and, sure, Santa Barbara is known for its delicious dining, […]

An Interior Designer’s Guide to Santa Barbara

Design

Every year, Pantone releases its highly anticipated “color of the year” – sending scrapbookers and interior designers alike straight to their mood boards, brainstorming the different ways they can incorporate this happy hue into their work. From kitchens and bedrooms to elevated powder rooms, here are a few tricks of the trade on incorporating Periwinkle into your home…

Feeling Veri Peri: Styling the Pantone Color of the Year

Design

As we settle into the new year, we’re taking note of a few trends starting to roll back around. At Rincon Road, we’re after the kind of spaces that foster a deep connection with our clients’ past and present – a unique timelessness that doesn’t come and go. However, we’re happy to see some trends […]

5 Timeless Trends for 2022

Design

As we leave the pandemic rethinking past norms, leaning into strong values, and embracing change while demonstrating resilience – we are incredibly grateful for everyone who opened their doors to Rincon Road. With 2022 on the horizon, December is the perfect time to slow down and reflect on what we accomplished this year. Enjoy some […]

A Year in Review

Design

As fall leaves give way to Christmas trees and chillier nights, we’re headed inside – spending more time with our families, reflecting on another year coming to an end, and preparing for the downhill slide of festivities as we welcome 2022. Between food and family alone, we are reminded of what we’re thankful for. Whether […]

Holiday Traditions From My Family to Yours

Living

Capturing the essence of old California with confidence and ease, Iron and Resin is a reflection of the rugged spirit of the untamed American West. It’s no wonder that founder, Thom Hill, knows the better side of life – whether he’s surfing, riding motorcycles, or on any other adventure that begins where the pavement ends. […]

The Road is Home: Rincon Road with Iron & Resin

Living

If you’re anything like me, you’re familiar with Vogue’s “73 Questions” and Architectural Digest’s “Open Door” videos. In one (seemingly) effortless shot, your celebrity of choice gracefully floats through a series of questions that (of course) aren’t scripted. RECREATING OUR OWN VERSION From Michael Kors to Taylor Swift and Sarah Jessica Parker, the viewer is […]

“73 Questions” with Melinda Trembly

Design

Trading her small-town roots in Carpinteria for Los Angeles, Heidi’s name continues as a trailblazer in one of the nation’s most popular design scenes. But look a little closer, and you’ll find her story starts a lot closer to home.

In Conversation with Heidi Merrick

Living

If you live and breathe interior design like I do, you know a little inspiration and direction never hurt anyone. I’ll confess, I’m not usually one to share my styling secrets, but I like you, so I’ll let you in on a few…

Take It From Me: 5 Tips From an Interior Designer

Design

As an Interior Designer, I get asked a variety of questions. Most are about kitchens and baths. Some are about organization and storage. A few are about the market. The most critical question in 2021, however, rarely gets asked. HOW LONG DOES SOMETHING TAKE? Of course, all jobs are different and this timeline serves as […]

A Sign of the Time(line)s

Design

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