July 4th, 2008
Aint Life Grand?
A year ago at this time, and throughout last summer, our Modello team had their hands full fulfilling multiple orders for a large hospitality project. The architectural firm that was handling the design and decoration of the new Grand Del Mar resort in North San Diego chose a wide variety of Modello patterns to highlight and accentuate the Moorish theme. Besides a ceiling border that went in each of over 300 guest suites, there were many public areas, particularly ceilings, that were treated with custom-fit frames and medallions. Oh, to have a total decorative budget in the millions! I just recently had professional photographs done, and here are a select few-

This retail promenade is one of my favorite spaces. All the natural light really reflects on the gold leafed medallions.

I LOVE the colors used in this downstairs hallway. You can see how the patterns were designed to perfectly fit and confirm to the curved ceiling spaces.

This long hallway by the meeting rooms features multiple recessed ceiling spaces that are framed by a highly ornamental border. The gorgeous uplighting really serves to highlight it!

There are also some villas (for sale) on the property that got some fabulouse coffered ceiling treatments. Here, a cast of thousands (almost) from a local decorative painting contractor, Shauna Decker, works to complete the ceiling in a very tight deadline before the grand opening.

And they made it! You can see more photos here.
Final photography by Gary Conaughton.
July 7th, 2008 at 2:41 pm
What a wonderful project Shauna! Beautiful Work. I Love the colors and all the different designs you incorporated throughout.
Job well done!
Susan
July 8th, 2008 at 6:54 am
An absolute joy to behold. Well done all.
July 11th, 2008 at 2:43 am
Beautiful! and I love your banner very colorful which is something I like!
July 11th, 2008 at 9:52 am
Wow, this is pretty spectacular. Beautiful browsing.