Harvest Season at LMB Interiors
If you’ve been following my writing for any time at all, you’ve likely picked up that I am a big believer in ceremony and rituals, which is why I love Fall. With the crisp air and lengthening nights, it seems made for lighting candles, gathering in circles, and honoring the quieter, more reflective rhythms of life. There’s something timeless and a little bit magical about it: echoes of ancient harvest festivals, seasonal rituals, and the kind of “witchy” reverence for nature that feels both grounding and inspiring. I begin every project with a blessing: for the highest good of all, for the home to speak to me, for the clients to feel trust and love for what we do. Why not? It always facilitates a smoother project and almost always a happy outcome. My batting average has only gone up as I’ve raised my vibration by staying joyful, intentional, and having a can-do attitude, so I’m sticking with it!
Fall is also the season when we’re reminded that we’re not separate from this life. The same way the trees release their leaves, we are invited to release old beliefs and patterns. I no longer buy into the story that kept me stuck for so long: the one that says we’re individuals, wandering alone and aimless, held hostage by fear. That’s especially dangerous in a field like design and construction, where there are a thousand details that could keep you up at night. Ritual, connection, and intention keep me grounded, and keep the work a lot more fun.
Rebekah, Jett, and me enjoying a meal at Rebekah’s restaurant, Wood Tavern.
Speaking of fun and connection (as well as of letting go), we just sent Jett off to another year at Cal Poly. Here we are with her Auntie Bekah at Wood Tavern the night before she left. Moments like this make me realize how much we have healed the family lineage. My own send-off to college was somewhat of a lonely, solo journey, being the first in a couple of generations to go to college, while my parents were nowhere in sight. Seeing how our family, including Jett’s brother, Dane, has supported her to step out into this phase of her life is a true testament to the value of family and community. When Jett went off to college, it felt like everyone in our lineage who didn’t get to go themself was there in spirit.
Behind the Scenes at LMBI
Our team has been in full photoshoot hustle mode: sourcing, styling, and collaborating with some of our longtime vendor friends to capture new projects. Clients often tell us they love seeing the “under the hood” part of the process, so here’s a little peek.
Some snapshots from our recent photoshoot, including Scott Bovard hanging art, Laura and photographer Lauren Andersen of SEN Creative framing a shot, and Jason Jackson assisting with lighting.
Our most recent shoot was a Craftsman Bungalow in Alameda. It’s wonderful when we time the completion of a project with a photoshoot but it comes with some risk. We love to complete the project through to the finish line but for some, the art and accessories can be so personal. It is always our hope we select art the clients will purchase because we really do pick it for them so it’s a little bit of a heartbreak when they don’t.
Gorgeous pieces curated from Art & Antique Exchange. If you hurry down there, you might be able to find them still available for purchase. Photos by Eyecatcher.
Thankfully, we have amazing vendors who support us in our endeavors, including the talented duo, Rob and Gaetan from Lost Art Salon in San Francisco, to curate some incredible pieces from their ever-evolving collection. Not only are they both very talented painters, but their vintage art collection, along with their own original art, is unique and one of our favorite local resources.
Our artist and vendor friends Rob and Gaetan from Lost Art Salon in SF who generously loaned us some works for a recent photoshoot. They recently expanded into another gallery where they are unfurling old collections of large-scale art, and we were given a sneak peek. Rob Delamater on the left and Gaetan Caron on the right are painters, themselves. Photos by Laura Martin Bovard.
We also leaned on the stunning resources of Dolby Chadwick Gallery with our lovely curator, Sierra, and the kind men Kevin and Howard at Antique & Art Exchange to bring soulful, layered artistry into the mix. It’s always such a joy to collaborate with partners who share our passion for beauty, provenance, and storytelling through objects.
Sierra Nguyen of Dolby Chadwick Gallery. Photo by Laura Martin Bovard.
At the same time, several of our in-progress projects are moving into exciting phases. Design plans are crystallizing, furnishings are on their way, and our clients are beginning to feel the magic of witnessing their visions take shape. This is the harvest season in action: all the seeds of intention planted months (and sometimes years) ago are ripening into beauty, comfort, and soul-filled spaces.
More Behind the Scenes
Tudor Renovation: Upper Lakeshore
Our Tudor renovation with Amato Architecture is moving right along. As with any major remodel, there have been a few surprises. Foundation issues, a permit that took longer than expected, and a few missing dimensions on the as-builts. Thankfully, our seasoned and resourceful clients are rolling with it. Amato is keeping a close eye on the details while our team holds the aesthetic vision. Before long, we’ll be moving into the furnishings phase: our favorite part of a whole-house extravaganza like this.
The brilliant minds at Amato Architecture: Rebecca, and project lead Claire. Photos by Laura Martin Bovard.
The Adult Playroom: San Francisco
Yes, you read that right. This project is every bit as fun (and technically complex) as it sounds. Working with Sidell Pakravan Architects, we’re creating a soundproof room with ceiling-mounted apparatus, highly technical lighting details, and even a secret door. Our contractor, Blue Zone Builders, has risen beautifully to the challenge, and walls will be closing up soon!
Exploring the engineering and Ketra Lighting system behind our adult playroom project in San Francisco, with our project lead, Nicole, our contractors Blue Zone Builders, and architects from Sidell Pakravan.
Bringing It Home
For me, design isn’t just about pretty things. It’s about creating homes that carry energy, history, and soul. Fall reminds me that transformation takes time, that beauty unfolds with patience, and that rituals, whether morning blessings, seasonal reflections, or photoshoot days with our creative partners, are what keep this work alive and meaningful.
And in case you missed it on our Instagram shares, we were honored to have our Super Eichler project featured in Diablo Magazine. You can see the full article here.
The September 2025 Issue of Diablo Magazine, featuring our Super Eichler reimagining in Walnut Creek.
Ready to refresh your home for the season? Book a discovery call with me by clicking here. Fall is the perfect time to set your home up for cozy winter living, begin dreaming into a spring renovation, or even schedule an interior paint refresh with our talented friends at Arana Craftsman Painters.
Written by Laura Martin Bovard.
