Residential Portfolio

Chameleon Paintworks Inc. interprets the stylistic desires of our clientele. We will reduce or enhance the critical mass of any project—from a personal environment to a public or municipal building—with creative, strategic applications of Venetian plasters, paint, wallpapers, color systems, home detailing and much more, including estate management!

Santa Monica Canyon

Hotel washroom interior with washing basin and towel

Modern home with bright pool and garden.

We started with a color consultation, applied all painted finishes. Our work also included stain work, wallpapers, stone restoration, overall house detailing.

Start to finish: 1 month

Location: Santa Monica Canyon

Hollywood Blvd

Joe Nicoletti, working on a Moroccan Villa, Hollywood Blvd

We were commissioned to transform all the surfaces, textures, colors, repairs and upgrades to this 1929 Moroccan villa. Applications included wallpapers, Venetian plasters, metallic and specialty coatings. Installations of pergolas, silk carpets, all-custom drapes. We also furnished subcontractors such as electricians, plumbers and a pool contractor. We received the property in complete disrepair and neglect.

Start to finish: 13 months

Location: Hollywood

Lachman

What originally started out to be a bespoke paint and venetian plaster project turned into an ongoing estate management project. Once we completed all the paintwork, wallpaper and venetian plaster, we were asked to maintain and upgrade the estate as time went on. This involves hiring quality subcontractors for every trade, coordination and communications to have the house presented as camera-ready at any time. It's great to be of service for such wonderful clients!!

Start to finish: 8 years

Location: Pacific Palisades

Granville

We proposed, as an alternative to building a new home, an idea to expand the existing Brentwood Ranch style home. We reinvented the flow of the space, organized, purged, reappropriated furnishings, bought additional furnishings, full paintwork, full repairs, full restoration. We opened up doorways, laid tiles, removed fireplaces, installed a beautiful Al Fresco outdoor kitchen area to be used all year round. Tremendous amount of reorganization involving this 40,000 square-foot property. We created numerous points of interest throughout the property, meandering pathways to multiple adventurous vignettes. The owner enjoys a far less cluttered lifestyle and mentally benefits from all the dedicated spaces that we created for all of his personal interests. This is a very satisfying and fulfilling project.

Start to finish: 1 year initial completion

Location: Brentwood

Elkins

Modern interior of kitchen with hanging chandelier

Modern bathroom sink with round mirror and minimalist design.

Modern bathroom corner with a large mirror and stone-textured walls.

Modern living room with a large sectional sofa and open kitchen.

Modern bathroom with wooden vanity and large mirror.

Modern bathroom with glass shower and built-in niche.

A garden with various succulents and cacti on a sunny hillside.

Modern kitchen with pendant lighting and dark wood cabinets.

Outdoor staircase lit with warm garden lights at night.

Outdoor nighttime scene with vertical pillars illuminated by ground lights.

A softly lit garden path at night with trees and shrubs.

Night view of a cozy backyard pool with ambient lighting and a slide.

Modern bathroom vanity with a large framed mirror and wooden cabinets.

Modern bathroom with large mirror and stylish lighting fixtures.

Modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets and a central island with a black bar stool.

Cozy outdoor seating area illuminated by soft garden lights at night.

Modern bathroom with sleek black design and large bathtub.

We were invited to do a total makeover and remodel: indoor & outdoor demo, redesign all spaces, lighting, paint, plaster, finishes, material purchase, furnished all labor, including a general contractor as we acted as a fiduciary and designer on the owner's behalf.

Start to finish: 7 months

Location: Brentwood

28th Street

Luxury landscape design of the tropical summer garden.

Dimly lit outdoor seating area with wooden lattice walls and string lights.

A nighttime outdoor scene with illuminated plants and a building with string lights.

A dark house glowing warmly from lit windows at night.

Cozy outdoor gazebo with a fireplace and hot tub surrounded by greenery.

A lush green garden pathway with dense foliage and trimmed grass.

A dimly lit house glowing warmly at night amid surrounding darkness.

Eerie glowing purple and orange lights illuminate a spooky, abandoned setting.

Aerial view of rooftops surrounded by green trees.

A cozy house with string lights reflecting on water at night.

An ever-evolving personal residence and studio: designed all spaces, lighting, paint, plaster, finishes, material purchase, furnished all labor. A constant labor of love.

1998 to today

Location: Santa Monica

Erienprise

Cozy vintage living room with antique furniture and warm lighting.

Illustration of a courtroom scene with a witness giving testimony.

Statue overlooking a grand staircase with a chandelier in an ornate interior.

Cozy room with a chaise lounge, warm lighting, and arched windows.

Sculpture of a woman with a spherical element behind her.

A white torso mannequin stands on a table against a patterned backdrop.

Curved staircase with wrought iron railing and stone walls.

Small dressing area with mirror and wooden bench.

We were invited to restore this Moorish villa while interpreting the client's specific desires to express themselves colourfully. All finishes were applied in a bespoke manner after creating samples and consulting with the owners. Including in our scope of work was metal refinishing and patina along with applications of plasters, and extreme house restoration and detail.

Start to finish: 8 months

Location: Hollywood

Carolwood

Historic stone villa with a central fountain under a twilight sky.

Elegant vintage bathroom with wooden cabinetry and brass accents.

White building with a bell tower and arched entrance.

Elegant living room with classic furniture and wooden ceiling beams.

Intricate ceiling panel with floral and geometric designs.

We were commissioned to completely restore all the painted finishes in this beautiful 1926 George Washington Smith Italian villa. Extensive research and care went into working with Designer Frank Pennino to complement and enhance the existing architecture. Our involvement included a complete start-to-finish ballroom design, which included building the beams, soundproofing in-between the beams, design and stencil. We were assigned multiple themed rooms where the art of the painted finish was paramount. Applications included gold leaf, Venetian plasters, French polish, stenciling, staining, lacquering, wall glazing, clay painting. I had the pleasure to hire and work along with some of the best artistic talents globally. This remains to this day one of my favorite landmark homes. We were encouraged to spare no expense and to execute the restoration with 100% carte blanche!

Start to finish: 2 years

Location: Holmby Hills

Robertson

Cozy room with drums, soft lighting, and a bed.

Cozy living room with vaulted ceiling, white furniture, and warm lighting.

Modern black wall with colorful stone accents and orange flowers in front.

A quaint garden with potted plants outside a small house.

Bright living room with modern furniture and large windows.

We were invited to transform this bland ocean view guesthouse cottage. This transformation included bathroom and kitchen redesign, putting faux beams in the living room, planting two sustainable gardens, along with lighting design and furniture purchases. An interesting, fun project—the owners were grateful that we reinvented the space.

Start to finish: 6 months

Location: Summerland

Aberdeen

Ornate ceiling with intricate designs above red walls and candle sconces.

Empty room with wooden ceiling beams and a fireplace.

Intricately painted wooden ceiling beams in a historic room.

Empty room with wooden ceiling beams and arched windows.

A lush garden with tall palm trees and stone structures.

Red-walled room with black floor, windows, and sconces.

We were invited to restore this Moroccan villa, a one-of-a-kind architectural marvel. This historic landmark home had everything from a large backyard atrium to prohibition rooms, to a Lazy Susan garage turntable floor. We were responsible for restoring all the paintwork and the woodwork as original. It was the most memorable project because a few people felt paranormal activity. Nevertheless, we finished the job successfully.

Start to finish: 4 months

Location: Los Feliz

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