Naturalwalls had the pleasure of employing a traditional decorative plaster technique called “Stuc Pierre” for this exquisite update by Premier General Contractors of a historic home near the Langham Hotel in one of Pasadena’s most prestigious neighborhoods. Stuc pierre was traditionally used in Europe to emulate the look and feel of hand carved stone moldings… Continue Reading
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Historic Manor in La Canada Flintridge
Naturalwalls installed waterproofing, lath, natural hydraulic lime (NHL 3.5) and lime wash to this century old manor. NHL is the perfect exterior material for historic buildings such as this where it’s important to maintain a vapor permeable exterior surface. NHL exterior stucco allows water vapor to “breath” out of the walls reducing the chance of… Continue Reading
Cal Tech Bungalows
Naturalwalls had the privilege of installing waterproofing, lath, natural hydraulic lime (NHL 3.5) and lime wash to the exterior surfaces of seven historic Spanish Revival bungalows that were moved to make way for the Chen Neuroscience Research building. The project was completed in 2020 so we’ve had time to watch how the bungalow walls are… Continue Reading
Limewash & Tadelakt
We installed limewash and tadelakt lime plaster throughout this house near LAX. Thanks to the impeccable taste of the clients and the variegated, matte surface of the lime the result is both eye-catching and soothing. Not an easy balance to pull off but well worth the effort.
Limewash in Pacific Palisades
Naturalwalls was hired by Kim Gordon Designs to limewash the interior of this stunning house. Limewash creates a subtle, matte surface that has the soft feel of natural surfaces without upstaging the architecture and design. Naturalwalls also installed a unique linear plaster finish on several accent walls that flow from the outside to the inside… Continue Reading
Tadelakt in Silver Lake
Naturalwalls artisans have completed extensive tadelakt and micro-topping floor installations in four bathrooms at this classic Spanish bungalow in the Silver Lake neighborhood of Los Angeles. The client and architect have impeccable taste which you can see in the gorgeous combination of materials and decorative elements. Construction was masterfully directed by Curt Kaplan of Lotus… Continue Reading
Double Helix in Pasadena
The spiraling staircase is the showstopper on this project. We framed and lathed the underside of the double helix shape and then applied white clay on all walls and ceilings. The soft fluidity of the clay is a perfect compliment to this project by Bilden Corp.
Aged Lime in Beverly Hills
We applied lime stucco and lime wash to this beautifully appointed, traditional home in Beverly Hills by Landry Design Group. This project is a stellar example of how natural materials can be used to create surfaces with patina and interest that age gracefully.
Historic Bungalow Restoration at Caltech
We have spent the better part of the last year working on this project for Caltech. Seven historic bungalows were moved from one side of campus to the other to make way for the new Chen Research Center. Naturalwalls was hired by Eagle Restoration Inc. to install the exterior waterproofing, lath, natural hydraulic lime scratch… Continue Reading
Corrugated Fireplace – Hollywood Hills
This modern fireplace surface was formed using traditional methods that included cutting a custom shaped profile knife and integral color lime plaster finish.
Modern Fireplace in Atwater Village
We installed new lath and gypsum base plaster to reshape this fireplace in Atwater Village. Lime plaster finish.
Tadelakt in Atwater Village
Naturalwalls installed waterproofing, lath, cement substrate and tadelakt finish in 4 bathrooms for this remodel in Atwater Village. The clean lines and minimal look that properly installed tadelakt can achieve is a unique quality of this amazing old world process.
Traffic at Beverly Center
Naturalwalls had the pleasure of collaborating with Clayworks plasters and their North American rep Patrick Allard of Ecowalls on this stunning installation in the Beverly Center. The finish material is custom pigmented clay plaster with a colorwash.
Minimalist Bathroom Los Feliz
Naturalwalls used a cement polymer micro-topping for this project. We think the result is pretty sweet! Design/Build – Alex J. Marrazzo.
Glossier
You’ve probably heard about the cosmetic company Glossier by now. It seems that every pop-up shop they open has a line going out the door and around the block. Naturalwalls had the privilege of applying American Clay “Forte” plaster to the walls and ceilings of their new shop on Melrose Place. Forte is a much… Continue Reading
Country Cottage
Naturalwalls had the pleasure of collaborating with the multi-talented Justina & Trevor Freel of Rose Thicket Botanical Design House on a charming space at the 2017 Pasadena Showcase House. They specified three custom clay plaster colors for the interior walls and ceiling. This project is also featured in the current issue of Traditional Home Magazine.… Continue Reading
Wood and Plaster in Silver Lake
Check out this gorgeous piece of work by Delta Design Build and Naturalwalls. Wood and natural plaster love each other!
A Classical Entrance in Brentwood – Part 2
The finish plaster has been applied to the traditional ashlar stone installation that we introduced in our last post. All of the elements were hand formed in our studio or shaped in place. This project has been a particularly interesting challenge that combines architectural history, traditional materials and classical skills into a beautiful result. Take… Continue Reading
A Flamingo in Eagle Rock
Naturalwalls was called in to create a bright color scheme that the usual stucco blends weren’t able to capture. Most cement based exterior stucco is limited to a range of earth pigments that keep the color options fairly sedate. This particular client was looking for weathered “flamingo pink” over a base of sea foam green.… Continue Reading
Beverlywood Charm
Naturalwalls applied custom colored American Clay finishes to the interior of this beautifully updated home in Beverlywood. The warm surface of the clay walls acts as the perfect compliment to the gorgeous Moroccan tile, charming architectural details, and wrought iron light fixtures throughout. Architect: Lewin Wertheimer Interior Design: Danielle Eber … Continue Reading
Clay Plaster featured in The Los Angeles Times
A concise and beautiful article on the benefits of natural wall finishes was published this weekend in the Times. American Clay and Jill’s Paint, two companies that we love, are both mentioned. Yeah! http://www.latimes.com/home/la-hm-mudwall-20150418-story.html
Modern Bathroom in Santa Monica
Here’s a beautiful way to construct a bathtub enclosure. The walls, ceilings, shower floor and surround are all finished in custom colored limestone plaster and sealed for water and stain resistance.
Moroccan Color on the Venice Canals
Step through the gate of this walled compound on the Venice Canals and be transported to the colorful streets of Marrakesh. The owner/designer of this project hired Naturalwalls to finish the surfaces of her remodeled home with Clay and Lime plasters to replicate the vibrant, powdery surfaces of traditional Moroccan architecture. Historical side note:… Continue Reading
Limestone Plaster Shower and Bathroom in Calabasas
Natural limestone plaster was used in this gorgeous minimalist bathroom in Calabasas. Monolithic shower to bathroom surfaces create a calming, zen inspired atmosphere that only natural stone plasters can achieve. No grout lines needed!
Earth Chapel in the Hollywood Hills
Naturalwalls is close to the completion of a project in the hills that we are quite proud of. Scott Nelson was commissioned to design and build a “super adobe” structure for an adventurous and artistic friend who was looking for a way to construct a unique backyard studio. It was decided to use the system… Continue Reading
12 Benefits of Natural Plaster Wall Systems
1. Interior humidity and temperature regulating for a more comfortable environment 2. Increased energy efficiency 3. Healthier interior air quality due to lack of toxic off-gassing and neutralization of VOC’s (volatile organic compounds) 4. Mold and mildew resistant 5. Vapor permeable walls for fresher interior air 6. Negative ion producing for a calm environment 7. … Continue Reading
Dana Point Contemporary
Naturalwalls completed an installation of American Clay in an eye popping contemporary on the coast. We used natural mica flakes in the mix to get a spectacular surface that complements the flair of this house beautifully. The interior design is by Cheryl Windom of Windom Interiors. The builder is Grady O Grady. This sink… Continue Reading
Rolling Stone Interview with Bryan Cranston: “Anything that comes to me is a gift”
Movie stars aren’t always known for down to earth personalities and humility, but Mr. Cranston exhibits both in this recent interview. He has this to say about gratitude in life “…with no money and a tremendous amount of misdirection, it’s nearly impossible to feel elitist or entitled. Anything that comes to me is a gift.”… Continue Reading
Hawk & Trowel magazine interviews Scott Nelson on natural lime plasters.
Hawk & Trowel magazine interviewed Scott and other industry professionals in an article entitled “Venetian Plaster: Lime vs. Synthetic”. Many people in California think of Venetian Plaster as the smooth, glassy finish that is obtained with multiple layers of natural lime putty and marble dust. The term can actually refer to a wide variety of… Continue Reading