For a young Manhattan family recently transplanted to Northern California, the L.A. design firm Commune breathes new life into a historic Berkeley home

Commune Design has beautifully reimagined the interiors of this 4,700 square-foot historic craftsman home in Berkeley Hills, California.

Even the pros can't resist a good DIY

Working with Commune Design, director Anthony Russo resurrects a remote early-1900s cabin outside Los Angeles

Renovation of a ten acre vacation compound in Northern California, including a main house, originally built in the 1930s, two tents and two cabins. The goal was to enhance the interiors with handcrafted millwork and furniture pieces by local artisans, as well as a large selection of objects and furnishings, ultimately creating an elevated camping experience for a family of six.

Glendale, California. 2013...

For a young Manhattan family recently transplanted to Northern California, the L.A. design firm Commune breathes new life into a historic Berkeley home

Our intent was to blend a variety of inspirations within the original hundred year old historic cabin. We looked at Swedish and French chalets, Japanese and Shaker design details all through the framework of utility and function. Every bit of space was utilized creating places to stash gear and organize clutter for a weekend trip... All materials and furnishings were transported down a narrow canyon path by pack mule or hand built wheel barrow.