Davis Ink Has Gone North! Construction Preview, La Rosa Lounge, Santa Rosa

We are so excited to see another project come to life. Check out what is happening on the construction site!

Phase one of the back bar. Check out that amazing ceiling detail!

Phase two of this awesome back bar. How beautiful is that reclaimed wood!

We cant wait to cozy up in front of this fireplace!

Check out that beautiful reclaimed wood on this ceiling!

Beginning of a beautiful custom upholstered art wall!

Can you guess where this gorgeous concrete tile will be going?

How gorgeous is she! Amazing work by Adam/Viral-One www.viral-one.com

Two is better than one! Another beautiful piece by Adam/Viral-One www.viral-one.com

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www.larosasantarosa.com

Davis Ink and Residential Interior Design

With all these new and exciting projects going on over here at Davis Ink, we try to always find a balance in keeping a nice variety going on. We most recently completed work on a residential project in Del Mar, CA and couldn't be more thrilled to see it featured in Newport Beach Magazine! 

Check out the amazing article below: 

DESIGN DUO BEHIND DAVIS INK

Expect the unexpected when the design duo behind Davis Ink revitalizes a living room.- By Somer Flaherty

“We are known for approaching design in an open-minded and unconventional way,” says Davis Krumins, half of the design duo of Newport Beach-based Davis Ink. His other half is his wife Andrea, and together they’ve been creating unique spaces for a decade. The pair believes in approaching each project as an opportunity to push boundaries while still adhering to a philosophy that design should be practical as well as aesthetically pleasing. For Davis, interior design is all of the things he loves bundled in one profession—architecture, furniture design and art. He and Andrea bring a background rooted in award-winning nightclub design to an outside-the-box perspective on residential living room design. The key to designing a space, they explain, is to know who will be utilizing it. “Design should be based on the way you live, work and play. There is no one way of doing things,” Davis says. “When designing a home, the most important thing is to understand who is living in the space.”

NBM: A living room can be a large area to design; what should readers keep in mind when creating the space?

DK: Don’t question your decisions that will work as a whole. The first thing completed may often look awkward—you have to avoid second-guessing and it will all fall into place. Look at yourself and the things you like to do and incorporate your personality into the space because it is an extension of who you are.

NBM: What’s the one living room item to splurge on?

DK: Lighting! It is the most effective way to manipulate the personality, mood and feeling of an environment. Lighting is also a way of highlighting important features and bringing attention to “wow factor” elements.

NBM: What about a design element that’s easy to incorporate on a budget?

DK: Color is the easiest way of making significant change on a limited budget. Art, living green pieces, water features and fire elements can also create a huge impact in a cost-effective way.

NBM: Color choice is very strong in your design; any tips for choosing a color palette?

DK: Color is a personal thing.

For people who want a sexy and romantic environment, we recommend rich neutrals such as grays, charcoals and warm whites. We like to break this up with splashes of moody color—deep reds, blues and maybe some funky purple accents.

We prefer to bring out most of our color through accessories, furniture and art.

NBM: If you’re completely re-doing the living room, what should you purchase first?

DK: Furniture first, as this will set the mood for things to come. I prefer to start with seating such as sofas, lounge chairs and ottomans. The first step is to determine what the space is going to be used for—for example, deep low sofas with soft textured fabrics and pillows are excellent for relaxation, reading or intimate conversation.

NBM: What about a living room that is just undergoing a small update?

DK: Paintings, sculptures, water features, vases, mirrors and rugs.

Source: http://newportbeachmagazine.com/250/

Want Davis Ink to add some "wow" to your personal space? 

Area 51 Ultra Lounge: Before and After

Area 51 Ultra Lounge, located in San Diego, CA turned out to be a beautiful transformation! Here's a look at the before and after. 

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After

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If you just can't get enough of Area 51, check out our facebook page for more photos!

https://www.facebook.com/davisinkltd

Construction Preview: Davis Ink's New Office & Showroom Space

Things have been going so well at the job site that we just couldn't wait to share some sneak peeks with you, enjoy! 

Custom Graffiti Art and Reclaimed Wood In The Showroom  

 Let There Be Light! Illuminating Our Office

The Giant Chalkboard 

The Head of The Table in The Conference Room

.....Keep an eye out for opening date details, and the launch of the online showroom for those near and far! 

This Summer...Your Child Can Learn Interior Design from the Experts at Davis Ink LTD!

We are very proud to announce the newest addition to the full range of services offered by Davis Ink, an exclusive summer camp where children can learn Interior Design straight from the experts! 


The exploration of Interior Design teaches students to question, make choices, work collaboratively, and gain a better understanding of the world around them. We encourage students to explore options in Interior Design while learning how to stay within the project budget.

In our 5 week program students will:

·       *Design Project from Scratch

·       *Create Concept Boards and Illustrations

·       *Put together Color & Material Boards

·       *Design Floor Plans, Elevations, & Reflective Ceiling Plans

·       *Complete Conceptual Packet including Renderings

·       *Gallery Showcase presenting Conceptual Packets to friends & family

·       *Guest Speakers in the Hospitality Industry

Students will learn through experiential learning how to explore, create, and present Conceptual Packets in Restaurants, Hotels, Commercial and Residential Design. Students are encouraged to research and explore design outside of class to learn the many possibilities of Interior Design.

For more information or to sign up, please contact:

Andrea Krumins

(949) 723-0975 

andrea@davisinkltd.com

Sneak Peek: Davis Ink Ltd. Takes a Dip In The World Of Custom Cars

Check out our latest creation courtesy of G&D Auto! This labor of love is finally complete and ready to ship. Stay tuned to see how it looks inside our upcoming international project.

Distinctive Nightlife By Design (944 Magazine Article)

Davis Krumins Knows A Thing Or Two About Creating That Certain Something
Written by: Cynthia Lewis

Flavored martinis, an energetic DJ and a glamorous crowd are all common components of a successful nightclub, but the "wow factor" patrons feel when they walk in the door lies in the décor. The 35-foot water feature that spills into the back bar bottle display at Stingaree, the firework light fixtures suspended over tables at Bar West and the wall made of handpicked driftwood from Bali at the recently opened club Universal come from interior design mastermind Davis Krumins.

Aside from EnDev Enterprises, Krumins is the creative force behind the some of the hottest nightspots of Southern California, including Suki 7 in Westlake and the new Kress club at the former Frederick's of Hollywood building in Hollywood. After working at a top restaurant design firm in Los Angeles for several years, Krumins formed Davis Ink Ltd. in 2002. 944 recently sat down with him to find out the design secrets to his success.

944: Interior design involves a lot of artistic talent. Do you have a background in the arts?

DAVIS KRUMINS: When I first started I did a lot of painting and furniture design on my own, so I was sort of an artist. I studied architecture in school with a specialization in modernism. With restaurant and nightclub design you can come up with new approaches. It's a canvas where you can experiment with new things and take it in a completely new direction.
When you are given a project, what is the creative process you go through?
First we have to find out the general needs, goals and requirements of the project, like will the space be formal or casual? What type of food will be served? Nightclub or restaurant? Who will be our target clientele? Once we have determined this information, we can start having fun. Our general goal is to create a space that is totally unique - something completely unexpected. We like to create environments that are funky and bizarre in a good and positive way. We want to create the "wow factor." We start out by throwing out lots of fun ideas. Nothing can be too weird or bizarre during the conceptual process. Once we have come up with these loose ideas we begin to sketch the floor plans and elevations. During this process we play around with fabrics, materials, tile, glass and stone. We are always looking for new products and finding new ways to use them in our projects.

What was your vision behind designing Stingaree?
Stingaree was a very special project for me. This was our first really big job. We wanted to create a space that could function as a restaurant, nightclub and special events venue. We wanted Stingaree to be spectacular and sophisticated, but we also wanted to make sure that the environment had a cool vibe. We did not want the space to be too intimidating or overly formal. We wanted our design to be ultra-modern with smooth high gloss surfaces and sleek, streamlined fixtures. We wanted to use new materials that had never been used before in San Diego.

What was your most challenging project and why?
My most challenging project was Bar West in Pacific Beach; it was also one of the most rewarding. We had a very limited budget and a very short time frame to design and build. Also, the existing building was in extremely poor shape. These limitations forced us to be super creative. We had to come up with very interesting solutions and invent new ways to create the "wow factor." The harshest conditions often produce the best results. I think the job turned out to be incredible.

What are the current trends in interior design?
This is a very fascinating time for interior design. On one hand, minimalist modernism is very popular. On the other hand, highly ornate almost gaudy, Hollywood glamour design is coming into vogue. I have found that the combination of these two seemingly contradictive design languages can produce some very fascinating results.

On a personal note, what's your favorite drink and dish?
My taste in alcohol is quite simple. I prefer a nice red wine like merlot or cabernet sauvignon. I also enjoy beer, especially English stouts and microbrew pale ales. I love food in general. I eat lots of sushi and also enjoy steak, crab and lobster. The New York pizza served at Side Bar is fantastic!

Aside from being a designer, you're also a dad?
My family is awesome. I have an incredible wife named Andrea and two beautiful kids - Maya is 6 and Andre is 10. Little do my clients know that some of our best design ideas originated from the kids. I always take the family to job sites and keep them very involved. You will often see the entire Krumins family at the job site helping out before an opening.

Any upcoming projects?
We have lots of very cool projects coming soon, including a 100-room boutique hotel in Hollywood that will include two restaurants, a bar and a rooftop pool. We have incredible clients that we love working with and see nothing but success in our future.

Any advice for aspiring interior designers?
Have a passion and love for what you do. This can be an incredibly rewarding profession. Don't let the 12-hour workdays bum you out.

Check out Krumins' passion at
www.davisinkltd.com