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for neutral-colored pieces for the more
oversized furnishings to create a calming
atmosphere, she introduced touches of
vibrant hues through smaller pieces to
bring in some fun.
In the living room, the wall art and cushions
catch the attention while in the adjacent
dining area, an abstract Japanese calligra-
phy wallpaper is the star of the show.
"It was important to make an overall cohe-
sive design throughout the house but give
a distinct character to each room as well,"
says Lundstrom. "The great room plays
off the russet-toned wood beam ceiling by
incorporating warmth into the decor with
N TUSTIN FOOTHILLS, a multimillion-dol-
lar property neighborhood in the
coveted area of Orange County,
this Mediterranean style home
built in 1946 and owned by a
middle-aged couple recently underwent
a transformation led by Esther Lundstrom,
founder and owner of Lundstrom Interiors.
Spread over a single story, the
4,768-square-foot, five-bedroom house
features architectural elements that imme-
diately convinced Lundstrom to work on
this project. Among them are the 14-foot
sloped ceilings, refinished wood beams in
the great room and the atrium, which occu-
pies the center of the home and brings
ample natural light into the main rooms.
The owners' love for color was one of the
main sources of inspiration for this modern
Southern California home set in horse
country. While the interior designer opted
