How to Get a "California Casual" Interior in 2024
Nothing says “effortless” like California design, so how can you achieve this laid back look? Take it from the pros: You don’t have to live near the ocean to capture this beloved design style. Your home space is just a refresh away from a coastal inspired living.
With an emphasis on comfort and relaxation, California design is organic and welcoming. These spaces evoke a “lived in” feel. Here’s an overview of this coveted interior style and how to welcome it into your home space:
A Brief History
California design is famously cozy and inviting. Notes of this style emerged around the 1940s alongside architecture from the area’s early Spanish settlements. Key characteristics include indoor-outdoor spaces, rustic charm, neutral tones/pops of color, natural materials, and thoughtful decorative elements.
Today, the California design style is widely recognized. This casual, yet refined look lives primarily along the state’s famously long coastline, through San Diego, Malibu, and further north toward San Francisco.
Let’s take a look at this design style through a handcrafted furniture lens:
1970s Los Angeles: The Schulte Chair
Inspired by Jeanerret’s modern geometry and 1970s Los Angeles, the Schulte chair combines raw elements and a refined silhouette. Its white oak base and premium suede finish creates a unique, relaxed modernity. Utilize this piece as a colorful accent chair or display its gorgeous angles as a matching set.
Shown with Capital Navy leather upholstery, or customizable upon request
A Touch of Bohemian: The Bungalow Sofa
Inspired by smooth, carefree living, the Bungalow is a memorable must-have. Crank up the record player and unwind on plush cushions framed by sophisticated wood detail. This memorable silhouette captures California’s famous boho-chic style with a subtle vintage feel.
Shown with white oak wood and Capital Verde leather upholstery, or customizable upon request
California Comfort: The Goldenrod Sectional
The Goldenrod is the next California classic. Thoughtful details cultivate clean lines, shelter arms, an anchored plinth base, and a supremely-inviting tufted seat. This substantial seat ensures there’s always room for one more in your west coast inspired indoor-outdoor space.
Shown with Jewel Sand nubuck leather upholstery, or customizable upon request
Made For Wear: The Baby Rex Chair
With a vision of spirit and accessibility, the Baby Rex chair is intentionally fresh. Natural materials welcome the sculptural effects of its exposed wood frame. This style’s unique hair on hide upholstery evokes the subtle feeling of California living: charming, rustic, and casual.
Shown with Light Brown Heather Hair on Hide upholstery, or customizable upon request
The One For Victory Way
California roots and vintage details are the foundation of ONE FOR VICTORY. Crafted from a curated selection of premium materials, our collection reflects a deep understanding of modern proportions and fine tailoring. Each piece is built by hand and uniquely fashioned for livability.
Enjoy the enduring beauty of California design through a One For Victory lens.Browse our collection for more unique styles, or contact us for special orders and collaborations.