residences
Founded in 2001, IBID has transformed over 120 homes in the entire Bay Area.
[ Très Chartreuse ]
Reinventing a bungalow bathroom with Wabi Sabi wood accents, a custom design for a Florence Knoll look-alike vanity and an assertive Heath tiles statement.
Photo credit: Bénédicte Lassalle.
Construction: Adam Arrington.
Location
Oakland
Year
2025
An 1800s house turned duplex is converted back into a single family home, following two principles: bathing the kitchen in Northern light and creating a seamless connection with the family’s outdoor oasis.
The oversized Northern windows and French door offer luscious views of the family farm. Natural fir, brass accents combined with soft pistachio green cabinets and raspberry cream wainscot create a tranquil, modern and zesty atmosphere. The foyer, restored to be the main entrance features the original 1800s front door and a moody off black staircase.
Photo credit: Muffy Kibbey.
Location
Alameda
Year
2017
A sustainable remodel brings crisp modernity to an art collector's home.
Our most sustainable project features local materials, energy savings improvements, low VOC finishes and antique furniture. The sharp contrast of the floors and off-white walls is the ideal canvas for a large and flavorful art collection.
Photo credit: Leslie Williamson.
Construction: Northwall Builders.
Architect: Backen, Gillam and Kroeger
Location
Atherton
Year
2008
Antique deep wood tones and new honey fir create a warm palette highlighted by a profusion of whites
in various textures and shades
Large openings allow the kitchen to be flooded with natural light. Fir ceiling and floors counterbalance the brightness of the space, complemented by the contrast of jet gray and chalky whites. In other rooms the antique mahogany panelling cohabits with crisp concrete and hot rolled steel details. Custom sconces by Kip Mesirow adorn the walls throughout the house.
Photo credit: Muffy Kibbey.
Construction: Jetton Construction.
Location
Oakland
Year
2015
Transforming a blank canvas into a dramatic landscape, we created a new narrative - layering dark and light, soft and bold, linear and floral. The design emerged from the subtle tension of materials and textures, allowing space for the expression of tenderness in every room. A bold and sensual home, yards away from the Pacific - you can hear the ocean roar.
Location
Outer Sunset, San Francisco
Year
2023
Carefully curated artifacts mix with contrasted minimalism in this San Francisco loft. Work done while at Nicole Hollis.
Location
San Francisco
Year
2007
A retro kitchen remodel that combines functional space with vintage look, featuring mint green cabinets and streamline design appliances
Photo credit: Suzy Clement.
Construction: DConstrux.
Location
Alameda
Year
2013
Like a favorite blazer jacket, marine blues and tarnished copper tones play a classic harmony
in this remodeled kitchen and bathroom addition located near UC Berkeley
A reoriented cooking and prep area provide functional work flow and vista, new cabinets are tailored to integrate seamlessly with old woodwork.
Photography: Muffy Kibbey.
Construction: Jetton Construction.
Location
Berkeley
Year
2013
European vintage leather furniture and soft minty whites give a romantic twist to this neo-classical mansion.
Location
Alameda
Year
2015