Big Sur Studio

Originally built to be an artist’s studio above the garage, we transformed it into a fully furnished ADU while preserving its creative roots. Nestled in the same breathtaking Big Sur property as the main home, this unit carries forward the spirit of artistry, nature, and thoughtful design. Furnishings are almost entirely vintage and locally sourced, in keeping with the project’s sustainable ethos. The result is a peaceful, self-contained space that feels connected to the land—and the legacy of creativity it was built on.

Photos by Ellie Arciaga Lillstrom; styling by Hayley Francis.

Custom-built bookshelves in a vaulted Big Sur studio space, styled with curated decor and natural wood finishes by CCG Designs.
Japanese-inspired bedroom in Big Sur designed by San Francisco interior designer CCG Designs, featuring a dark wood bed, decorative screen, antique desk, and built-in bookshelf with curated decor.
Japanese-inspired artist loft bedroom designed by San Francisco interior designer CCG Designs, featuring exposed beams, wood-burning stove, antique desk, and curated vintage furnishings with a forest view in Big Sur.
Artist loft interior designed by San Francisco-based interior designer CCG Designs, featuring a vintage writing desk, wood-burning stove, antique armoire, and Japanese-inspired art in a forested Big Sur setting.
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Custom wood shelving unit styled with Japanese ceramics, vintage books, and sculptural accents in the Big Sur Retreat, designed by San Francisco interior designer CCG Designs for a warm, curated artist loft.
Close-up of a custom wood shelf styled with vintage ceramics, fashion books, and Japanese kokeshi dolls—curated by San Francisco interior designer CCG Designs to reflect thoughtful, globally inspired interiors in the Big Sur Retreat.