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Designing for disaster

With severe weather events now more common than ever, the world is adapting. Real estate platforms have incorporated climate risk assessments into listings alongside their reviews of nearby schools; home insurance companies are changing their policiesto account for new vulnerabilities; and homeowners, architects and designers are seeking new ways to fortify homesagainst disaster.

Designing for disaster
Home Front Build
The story of Home Front Build is one of roots ...

Distinguished by a profound commitment to historical preservation and sustainability, Home Front Build embodies a philosophy rooted in attentive listening and thoughtful design. With an in-house team comprising framers, finishers, masons, and more, the firm seamlessly integrates design and construction processes, garnering recognition as the best construction firm by “This Old House.” Home Front Build passionately preserves southern California’s architectural legacy by adapting existing homes while honoring their distinctive character.

The story of Home Front Build is one of roots and revivals

Premier Design Firm CarbonShack to Open Showroom in Los Angeles

Creative, Beautiful & Sustainable Interior Design Offerings that Celebrate Nature, and Inspire Clients to Do the Same

Soft Opening: Summer 2022, Grand Opening: Oct. 6, 2022

Steve Pallrand – ecopreneur and founder of the design firm Home Front Build (HFB) – and his team have launched CarbonShack, a new design firm that explores the seen and unseen natural world through luxurious interiors and singularly unique home furnishings. With a mission of inspiring homeowners to be stewards of the environment, the team understands that green design will only be successful if it prioritizes both beauty and efficiency in its creation of stunning home environments. To that end, Pallrand, who has long specialized in green architecture, building and renovating homes to exceed sustainable building requirements, is opening a showroom of interior products to showcase their holistic approach to home design that seamlessly integrates beauty, comfort and environmental impacts. The grand opening is scheduled for October 6, 2022 in Los Angeles.

The Best Cities For Design Inspiration: 11) Los Angeles California- Inspiration Score: 6.379 / 10 + A Local Perspective From Stephen Pallrand - Founder of Home Front Build & CarbonShack

Los Angeles contains examples of almost any American architectural style you can think of, though it’s best known for its Spanish Mission Revival, Craftsman, and Art Deco structures. It’s an aesthetically eclectic city, with notable buildings including the gonzo Al Struckus House, the elegant skyscraper 777 Tower, and the Late Moderne style Burbank City Hall.

Mansion Global, March 2022

Mansion Global, March 2022

Global supply chain delays are continuing to plague the U.S. home-building industry. A surge in demand for new housing, coupled with closures and delays in factories and transportation hubs brought on by the pandemic, mean that the materials most commonly used in home construction are in short supply. According to the housing market research firm Zonda, 90% of American home builders surveyed said that their business had been impacted by supply issues.

The L.A. ‘granny flat’ built for climate change: Take a look at the eco-chic inside

The L.A. ‘granny flat’ built for climate change: Take a look at the eco-chic inside

Most people would have sent the wood to a landfill. But for sustainable builder Steve Pallrand, founder and principal designer of the L.A. firm Carbon Shack Design, the dilapidated barn’s redwood siding was the impetus for what came next: an 888-square-foot zero energy accessory dwelling unit, or ADU.

Aspire Design And Home, May 2021

Two decades in the design industry have led Greg Roth to design commercial and residential spaces with an artful sense of color informed by his career in architecture, interior and graphic design. Sticking with his Southern California roots, you can find Roth’s designs in the most soothing, airy, and transformative of spaces. Greg is the Senior Interior designer for not one, but two firms, CarbonShack and Home Front Build, and his designs can be found up and down the Western Coastline. Take a peek into these bespoke interiors for this week’s Designer Friday, Greg Roth.

Mansion Global, April 2021

Mansion Global, April 2021

Over the past year, homeowners have been rethinking the functionality of their homes. Pandemic lockdowns have turned houses and apartments into places of work, learning, and entertainment, and creating a dedicated office space is more important than ever.

Some renovators are finding that working remotely creates opportunities to transform formerly sterile work areas into offices that are bright, personalized and inspiring places. And appearing on camera for video meetings means people are giving particular thought to design choices, from lighting to furnishings to wall color and decor. Here’s how homeowners are approaching their home office upgrades.

Convo By Design® Podcast, April 2021

What Every Designer Must Know About Sustainable Design

With that, today you are going to hear from Steve Pallrand, founder and principal designer of Home Front Build, a design/ build firm with wellness and environmental design at the core of their work. In another life, I hosted a show called The Green Detective. I know this subject and I don’t agree with everything, and you will hear that in my conversation with Steve. But, it’s important to note that we don’t have to agree about everything to agree that the changes for greater environmental consideration in design is important, and necessary. Are you subscribing to the podcast, if not, please do so you get every episode automatically when they are published. You can find Convo By Design everywhere you find your favorite podcasts and now, you can find us on DesignNetwork dot Org, a destination dedicated to podcasts, all things design and architecture so make sure to check it out.

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MyDomaine, March 2021

Without a doubt, the kitchen is the most hardworking spot in your home. Whether you're making the most of the square footage in your galley kitchen or luxuriating in a palatial chef's kitchen created just to your specifications, maximizing space is still a must. Cabinetry has long been the go-to for corralling and concealing all your cookware, but increasingly, trends are turning back toward an even older convention—shelving.

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