Business Details
Elevate Your Space with Timeless Interior Design
Founded by British-born Livingstone Barrie, our firm merges over 30 years of expertise in residential and hospitality interior design with global real estate knowledge. As a seasoned interior designer and realtor, I specialize in creating spaces that balance timeless elegance with personalized functionality across diverse markets. My career spans international projects from Los Angeles to Dubai, including luxury residences, yachts, and hotel brands like Intercontinental and Mandarin Oriental. Combining design acumen with market insight, I offer clients a unique advantage in property acquisition, renovation, and presentation.Current initiatives include TV program development, home furnishings licensing partnerships, and property flips in Joshua Tree. My work reflects a commitment to human-centric design that moves beyond sterile trends, focusing instead on warmth and lasting impact. As a former Malibu Road Home Owners Association Board member and graduate of acclaimed institutions, I bring structured expertise to every project. Clients benefit from a collaborative approach that prioritizes emotional resonance alongside aesthetic excellence, ensuring spaces evolve with their occupants' needs.
Services
Interior Design
Real Estate Sales
Property Development
TV Program Production
Home Furnishing Licensing
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of international experience across residential and hospitality sectors
- Proven track record with global hotel brands like Intercontinental and Marriott
- Dual expertise combining interior design with real estate market knowledge
- Human-centric approach prioritizing emotional resonance over trends
- Former board member of Malibu Road Home Owners Association
What people say
Warm and inviting designs
Global expertise evident
Attention to detail
Deep industry knowledge
Unique approach combining
Services
Interior Design
Delivering sophisticated interior solutions that harmonize aesthetics with practicality, our service addresses residential and commercial properties worldwide. Specializing in creating enduring designs that adapt to occupants' evolving needs, we blend global trends with local cultural elements. Clients receive comprehensive solutions from concept through execution, ensuring optimal property value and user experience.
Real Estate Sales
Combining market expertise with design insights, our real estate service maximizes property potential through strategic positioning and presentation. Specializing in luxury properties across diverse geographies, we facilitate seamless transactions for buyers and sellers. The integration of interior design knowledge ensures clients achieve optimal market value through targeted property enhancements.
Property Development
Offering end-to-end development guidance from project conception to market readiness, this service leverages 30 years of global hospitality and residential expertise. We identify emerging market opportunities and implement value-adding transformations, as demonstrated in recent Joshua Tree property flips. Our approach ensures developments meet both aesthetic and commercial objectives through strategic design interventions.
People
Livingstone Barrie
Founder & Lead Designer
British-born interior design visionary with 30+ years of global residential and hospitality experience. Recognized for merging sustainability with luxury across projects spanning five continents. Member of Malibu Road HOA and author of design publications.
Questions
What locations do you work in?
We operate globally with primary bases in Los Cabos, Mexico and Malibu, California, maintaining active projects across five continents.
How does the design process work?
Our process begins with a discovery consultation to understand your lifestyle needs and aesthetic preferences before creating tailored design concepts.
What's included in interior design services?
Full-service interior design covering space planning, material selections, furniture specification, and project management from concept to completion.
Do you work with real estate transactions?
Yes, our integrated real estate service helps clients identify suitable properties and optimize them for market success through design.
What experience do you have with hotels?
We've designed for major brands including Intercontinental, Marriott, and Mandarin Oriental across the Near and Far East regions.
