Artist Palace
Lake Merritt Oakland
“At the time, I was feeling a big shift in myself and wanted me home to reflect this new “Empress Era” I felt I was stepping into. I hired Nathaniel after seeing his work at another friend’s house. I knew that I would need help to really bring my home into a new expression that reflected my own growth and maturity.
One of the challenges I faced was having a very large living area that needed to be multi-functional. I use the area as a living room and an office, and I wanted to keep things as open and spacious as possible.
My home has become my sanctuary. I am able to work and relax in my space and feel nourished by my environment. The furniture pieces that Nathaniel found for my home were things I probably wouldn’t have picked for myself, but somehow match my style perfectly. The pieces he found really helped to ground the space and allow for an elevated feeling with all of my other decor. His suggestion to paint one of the walls in golden tones really magnifies the energy and makes me happy every time I step into the living room. I absolutely love the way it all came together.”
— Inertia DeWitt
Living Room & Office
Client Challenge:
The client was working with an expansive, multi-functional space that felt overwhelming and lacked cohesion. She also wanted to achieve a transformative result while working within a tight budget.
Energy Alchemist Approach:
The space was designed to honor the many facets of her identity—including the artist, event creator, therapist, and musician—allowing each to coexist harmoniously within one environment. Existing items that no longer aligned with her vision were thoughtfully cleared away to create space for new possibilities. Carefully selected statement pieces were introduced to maximize impact, enabling her to stretch her budget further than she had imagined.
Roomstyle:
Rich Textural Empress Estate
Sourcing Key
Reloved
Previously owned items sourced through thrifting, flea markets, or consignment. May also include a client's existing pieces repurposed to serve a new role.
Artisanal
Handmade by an independent artist or craftsperson, with unique character not found in mass production. These pieces may be brand new or previously owned.
New
Purchased new from a retailer or maker and never previously owned. These items are chosen to complement the overall vision of the space.