Modern kitchen with wooden cabinets and a central island, two black bar stools, large windows with natural light, plants, and a view of a garden outside.
Interior of a living room with a slanted ceiling featuring a skylight skylight. There is a purple velvet sofa with a decorative pillow, a small white marble coffee table with black objects on it, a black vase with dried decorative plants, and wooden
A bedroom with a wooden headboard, two windows with linen curtains, and skylights on the ceiling. There are pillows and a blanket on the bed, with a nightstand to the side holding a vase with dried flowers and a glass of water.
Living room with large sliding glass doors opening to a balcony, a black sofa with throw blankets, a round black side table with a mug, a wooden dining table with chairs, and framed artwork on the wall, with natural light streaming in.
Modern bathroom with a white freestanding bathtub, green marble surround, large window, wooden slat wall with towel rack, and a glass shower enclosure.

WHERE NOSTALGIA MEETS MODERNITY

Linette Dai Design is a boutique interior design studio with offices in Laguna Beach and Los Angeles, serving clients throughout Southern California from Orange County to Los Angeles County. We offer full-service interior design for new construction, renovations, and furnishing projects — architecturally grounded, highly personalized homes for discerning homeowners

While the firm’s work often draws from memory, travel, and a reverence for the architecture of the home, it is always considered through the lens of modern living—exploring how design supports rituals, restoration, and connection. These foundations are imbued with character through bespoke detailing, artisanal craftsmanship, and a thoughtful sensitivity to light and mood.

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  • Living room with a green curved sofa, a stone fireplace, a large wooden-framed window, a vintage chair, a side table with flowers, and a wooden ceiling with skylights.
  • A room with a purple velvet armchair, a standing lamp, and a wooden shelf. Large glass doors reveal a balcony with wooden railing and a potted tree outside. Curtains are drawn to the sides of the doors, and the room has a patterned carpet.
  • A wooden bookshelf with three shelves holding decorative objects and books. The top shelf has a black vase and a metallic bowl. The middle shelf contains a striped ceramic vase, a figurine, and books. The bottom shelf displays a black sculpture, a blue book, and a brown book. To the left, there are purple flowers in a green vase.
  • A bedroom with a bed covered by a yellow checkered bedspread, green headboard, window with brown curtains, and a balcony door with a view of trees.
  • Empty shower with a glass door, a built-in bench, a small vase with flowers, and a soap dish, with neutral-colored walls and floor.
  • A cozy corner with a mid-century modern wooden armchair upholstered in white fabric, a plaid throw pillow on it, a floor lamp with a wooden base and white shade, a textured wall with tree mural, hardwood floor, and part of a white round rug visible in the foreground.
  • Bathroom with a marble sink, pink tiled wall, gold fixtures, a mirror, and a decorative wall sconce.
  • A dining room with a wooden table and six matching chairs, a sideboard with candlesticks and a bowl of fruit, wall-mounted lights, a framed abstract artwork, a large mirror, and hardwood flooring.
  • Interior view of entryway showing wooden front door with glass panel, a small table with a plant in a dark pot, and a wall-mounted mirror reflecting the plant. Light-colored walls and wooden flooring.
  • A display shelf with an assortment of glassware including martini glasses, wine glasses, and decanters, alongside a green vase filled with yellow flowers, against a textured wall.
  • A modern kitchen with sage green cabinets, a window with beige roman shade, a black countertop, and brass hardware. On the counter, there are fresh vegetables, vases, and a cutting board with chopped vegetables. A brass kitchen faucet is above the sink.
  • A kitchen scene featuring a light blue kitchen island with gold knobs, a dark countertop, and open shelves with dishes. There's a basket of apples on top of the island, next to an open cookbook. The background has wall-mounted shelves with vases and bowls, a window with a shade, a couple of wall sconces, and a brass and white ceiling light fixture.
  • Pink and yellow wall with wooden and fabric hooks, a yellow mesh bag hanging from one hook, and a white appliance with neatly folded towels on top.
  • Laundry room featuring a window with pink, yellow, and orange tiled walls, beige cabinetry, pink towels on the counter, a washing machine, bottles on the window sill, and a woven rug on the floor
  • Made bed with yellow and black pillows, an open book, tortoise shell glasses, and a checkered blanket, with a textured purple and brown bed frame.
  • Living room with white curtains, a modern chandelier, a beige velvet armchair, a black coffee table with books and a decorative vase with branches, a cozy round white sofa with cushions, a patterned rug, and a wooden chair with a woven seat.
  • Living room with fireplace, oval mirror above mantel, beige curtains, floor lamp, wooden chair with woven back, round black coffee table with decorative shells and books, vase with branches, and patterned rug.
  • A modern bathroom vanity with a beige marble countertop and backsplash, wooden cabinetry, and three stacks of folded mauve towels underneath. There is a small white tray with bathroom essentials, a soap dispenser, a toothbrush holder with toothbrushes, and jars. The wall behind has a mirror, and there are two decorative wall sconces with white shades and bronze accents. A painting of a woman with blonde curly hair is partially visible on the left side.
  • A minimalist and modern interior space featuring white walls, polished concrete floors, and a reception or display area with a marble and wood pedestal showcasing a black sculpture, with shelving and a staircase in the background.
  • Modern dining area with a black round table, black chairs with white fur cushions, a vase with reddish flowers, and a chandelier with white globe lights. White curtains and large windows flood the space with natural light. The room features a minimalist design with a mix of wood, marble, and metal textures.
  • A corner of a room with a brown leather sectional sofa, a white wall with a wall-mounted lamp, and wooden shelves with books, decor items, and a rooted plant on top.
  • Living room featuring a window with a geometric patterned valance, a wall-mounted lamp, a framed portrait on the wall, a plush sofa with throw pillows, a small side table with a glass, a patterned area rug, and a beanbag with a blanket.
  • A black coffee table with a decorative tray containing decorated stones and a small rolled-up scroll, with a large black vase holding a bare branched tree behind all of these items. In the background, there is a light-colored textured sofa with two pillows, one beige and one brown, and a wooden slat wall.
  • Bathroom with a green marble countertop, gold-tone faucet, wooden wall panels, marble wall sconce, and a large mirror reflecting shower fixtures and a hanging light
  • Modern bathroom with a green marble countertop, wooden cabinetry, a flower arrangement, and wall-mounted light fixtures.

ABOUT OUR APPROACH

Located in Laguna Beach & Los Angeles, CA. We design architecturally grounded interiors that evoke atmosphere, express individuality, and resonate on an emotional level.

We design architecturally grounded interiors that evoke atmosphere, express individuality, and resonate on an emotional level.

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WHAT CLIENTS ARE SAYING

  • Interior of a bedroom featuring a bed with a yellow checkered bedspread, green headboard, a bedside lamp, fresh flowers, and a window with sliding glass doors leading to a balcony with a tree outside. Project Located in Brentwood, Los Angeles, Ca.

    "I catch myself saying 'Oh, isn't our house beautiful?' — even 6 months later"


    Linette and her team were a dream to work with. Well-versed in all things design and reconstruction along the journey of our project. The vision and conceptual part of the project was fun and exciting. She brought lots of ideas and opinions, while also ensuring collaboration and incorporating our own aesthetic. She helped locate and recommend a contractor, paid multiple site visits to ensure proper progress, and answered our many questions about the process. When we changed our minds on certain furniture pieces after some had already been purchased, she was unbothered and even helped facilitate the resale. The home has been featured in the NY Times and Architectural Digest!

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    Holly T.

    Los Angeles, CA

    BRENTWOOD TREE HOUSE
  • A modern kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a kitchen island with a marble countertop, black chairs, large windows with a garden view, and a brick wall. Project is a Cliff May renovation located in Rancho Estates, Long Beach, CA.

    "If you want a designer who truly listens, elevates your vision, and delivers breathtaking results, Linette is the one"


    Working with Linette Dai has been nothing short of a dream come true. She exceeded every expectation, transforming our home into something beyond what we could have imagined. Friends and neighbors can’t stop raving about the results—our house now feels like a luxurious resort while still honoring the essence of our beloved mid-century modern Cliff May home. Linette’s attention to detail is extraordinary; she oversaw every aspect of the project with a keen eye and impeccable taste. We were so thrilled with her work that we’ve already invited her back to tackle our outdoor phase.

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    Greg & Debbie M.

    Rancho Estates, CA

    CLIFF MAY RANCHO
  • Kid's private bathroom with light oak cabinetry and playful terrazzo counter top. the project is located in Southern California in Long Beach, CA

    "From the very beginning, Linette was incredibly attentive and truly understood our vision"


    We had the pleasure of working with Linette on our home renovation, and we couldn’t be happier with the results. Her expertise, creativity, and dedication were invaluable in bringing our ideas to life and crafting an amazing design. We are absolutely thrilled with the outcome, especially the bar and the kids’ bathroom—those areas have truly exceeded our expectations. Linette did an outstanding job transforming our vague ideas and preferences into a cohesive design that beautifully incorporates both my and my husband’s tastes. She also played a crucial role in ensuring that our design concepts were seamlessly executed by our contractor. The positive feedback from friends and family continues to roll in, and it’s all thanks to Linette’s hard work and commitment. We are so pleased with the final result and deeply grateful for her help in creating a space that we absolutely adore!

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    Helena B.

    Long Beach, CA

    MIDCENTURY BUNGALOW

  • "Your talent for turning visions into reality is inspiring, and we deeply appreciate the creativity you have dedicated to this project"


    Thank you for your exceptional work and the truly unique designs you brought to the table. We also commend your professionalism, attentive listening, clear communication, and precise management, which made this experience a pleasure. We wish you continued success in growing your business and bringing your extraordinary designs to life. Working with such talented professionals has been a privilege, and we will gladly recommend your services.

    — Nate R.

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  • Kitchen with sage green cabinets, a window with a beige roman shade, a brass faucet, a white countertop, and decorative items including a bowl of vegetables, vases, and a black pot with a lid. Project is located in Pasadena, California.

    "To have our kitchen and dining area showcased in the May issue of Sunset Magazine was the icing on the cake"


    It was a pleasure working with the Linette Dai Design Team. Linette is the consummate professional. She starts by giving the homeowner a questionnaire to understand exactly their likes/dislikes; desired changes/expectations, and overall understanding of the “interior design” process. Based on some ideas my husband and I had saved, the Dai Design Team redesigned our dated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home into a 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom, and 1  powder room glamour home! Linette worked closely with the contractor to ensure the design elements were properly aligned. This was especially challenging because our project happened during the Covid Pandemic! We wanted interior design concepts that were classic, yet modern. I think the Dai Team accomplished that. I wouldn’t hesitate to use the Linette Dai Team again.

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    Linda H.

    Pasadena, CA

    GREEN IS THE NEW NEUTRAL

  • "I explained my vision, and it was executed beyond expectations"


    Linette did a wonderful job with the color schemes, materials, design, and coordination of deliveries.  She worked seamlessly with our workers and brought in other professionals when needed. Thanks to a team of experts, my house is now a lovely home that I'll consider a refuge now and always.

    — Rosa M.

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