Modern kitchen with green cabinets, white countertop, stainless steel oven, kettle, stand mixer, and a sink with a brass faucet.

OUR DESIGN
SERVICES

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intentional design for living well

Our design services are thoughtfully crafted to remove overwhelm, bring clarity to your vision and guide you through a seamless and organized process.

Whether you are building a new home, renovating an existing space, or reimagining a single room, our studio offers a level of expertise and care that ensures your home feels complete, cohesive and deeply personal.

Modern bathroom vanity with a double sink, large mirror, gold wall sconces, a towel ring with a white towel, and wooden cabinets.
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FULL-SERVICE DESIGN

Our full service design is ideal for clients with large-scale projects who are looking for expert guidance in furnishing, new construction or renovation/remodel projects. We collaborate with architects and builders to create a seamless experience in creating spaces that are beautiful, intentional, and fully custom. We oversee the entire process, from concept to final styling. The end result is an effortlessly refined home tailored to your lifestyle.

  • New Construction

  • Renovations / Remodels

  • Full Furnishing

  • Space Planning / Floor Plans

  • Project Management

  • Installation & Styling


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FURNISHINGS & DECOR

Sourcing from our curated list of craftsmen and trade-only vendors, we thoughtfully curate and select all interior furnishings, fixtures, window coverings, bedding, pillows, artwork, and accessories for your desired rooms. We will take care of the ordering process and manage your items through installation.

  • Flat Fee by Room Designs

  • Home Visit or Virtual Consultation

  • Floor plans

  • Moodboards & Samples

  • Product Sourcing

  • Ordering

  • Installation & Styling Options


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THE RENOVATION EDIT

A defined-scope service for homeowners who have a vision and are ready to build but are in need of expert guidance and design documentation to do it well. We review your existing plans, resolve any gaps in your selections, and deliver a complete, contractor-ready package with precision and clarity.

  • Renovations / Remodels

  • Spec Book Development

  • Space Planning / Floor Plans

  • Renovation Process Guidance

  • Implementation Support at Hourly Rate


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DESIGN CONCIERGE

A focused 90-minute working session with Nicole — available in person in San Diego or via Zoom nationwide. Bring your floor plans, your material selections, your unanswered questions. It's an opportunity to get an experienced eye on your project and leave with a clear sense of direction.


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your project timeline

Our design process is built on clarity, providing a structured yet effortless path toward a completed home. We oversee each detail with meticulous care, from technical planning to final styling, to create a space that feels both beautiful and deeply personal.

Our Four-Phase Design Process

Phase I: Onboarding

  • Initial Site Visit
  • Scope Development
  • Proposal Acceptance
  • Design Questionnaire
  • Preliminary Budget & Timeline
  • Design Discovery

Phase II: Design

  • Sourcing & Design Development
  • Design Presentation I
  • Client Feedback
  • Design Presentation II
  • Design Approval
  • Budget Review

Phase III: Documentation

  • Construction Drawing Set
  • Spec Book Development
  • Detailed Plans & Elevations
  • Millwork & Cabinetry Details
  • Design Binder Approval

Phase IV: Design Implementation

  • Procurement
  • Product Tracking
  • Deliveries & Inspection
  • Site Visits
  • Project Installation
  • Final Walk-Through

Phase I: Onboarding

  • Initial Site Visit
  • Scope Development
  • Proposal Acceptance
  • Design Questionnaire
  • Preliminary Budget & Timeline
  • Design Discovery

Phase II: Design

  • Sourcing & Design Development
  • Design Presentation I
  • Client Feedback
  • Design Presentation II
  • Design Approval
  • Budget Review

Phase III: Documentation

  • Construction Drawing Set
  • Spec Book Development
  • Detailed Plans & Elevations
  • Millwork & Cabinetry Details
  • Design Binder Approval

Phase IV: Design Implementation

  • Procurement
  • Product Tracking
  • Deliveries & Inspection
  • Site Visits
  • Project Installation
  • Final Walk-Through

A thoughtfully designed home changes the way you live.

La Côte Design creates layered, intentional homes designed around the way you gather, unwind, entertain, and live every day.

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A dining room with a wooden table and six matching chairs on a beige rug. Large windows with white curtains in the background. A gray cabinet on the right and a potted plant near it. A chandelier hangs from the ceiling.
Modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a tile wall with a blue and white mosaic pattern, a glass-enclosed shower, a vanity with bottles, and brass fixtures.
Sample tiles of various shapes, colors, and materials arranged on wooden flooring, including a patterned rug with fringe on the left.
A two-story house with white stucco walls, red-tile roof, and arched doorways, featuring a front porch and balcony surrounded by palm trees and desert landscaping.