Lugo Design is a studio dedicated to California modernism and residential design. We believe in collaboration, essential aesthetics, and ideas that create meaningful impact. Our goal is always the same: to ensure every project reflects our very best.

Pete Lugo

Principal Designer

Lynn Lugo

Interior Designer

Our Process

Every home begins with a story: Your Story.
Here's how we turn that story into a home:

  1. 01

    Listen to Your Story

    We begin with a conversation, not a floor plan. We want to understand:

    • How you move through your day
    • When you wake and when you rest
    • Who starts the day first—and why
    • The rituals, habits, and small moments that matter most

    These details become the foundation of everything that follows.

  2. 02

    Define the Program

    Next, we gather what we call “the program.” Yes, it includes:

    • Room counts
    • Square footage
    • Functional needs

    But more importantly, it asks: What spaces do you naturally gravitate toward? Where do you connect, recharge, or spend time as a family? The goal is a home that reflects your rhythms, not just a list of rooms.

  3. 03

    Study the Land

    Then we turn to the site itself. We carefully study:

    • Sun orientation and natural light
    • Slope, grade, and topography
    • Existing trees, views, and rock formations

    Instead of placing a house on a lot, we design a home that belongs to the land—rooted in its character and context.

  4. 04

    Weave Emotion and Practicality

    This process is both deeply personal and highly considered.

    Lynn plays a central role in the listening and discovery stages, bringing intuition, empathy, and a refined sensitivity to what makes a house feel like home. Together, we make sure:

    • Everyday practical needs are met
    • Emotional, sensory, and relational aspects of “home” are honored

    It's about how the home feels as much as how it functions.

  5. 05

    Invite You to Dream

    Once we understand you and your site, we invite you to dream without limits:

    • How do you want your home to feel when you walk in the door?
    • What experiences do you want it to hold over time?

    We explore possibilities openly—then guide you toward what's both inspiring and achievable.

  6. 06

    Design, Refine, and Craft

    From there, we shape the design and interiors with intention:

    • Each decision is deliberate
    • Each space has a clear purpose
    • Each detail connects back to your story and your site

    The result is not a template, but a home as unique as the people who live in it—crafted through collaboration, care, and a deep respect for both you and the land.

Crafted With Intention,

Driven by Your Story

We're not just designers — we're storytellers.
Get in touch to start your story.
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