Before and After

Many of Ernesto Santalla, PLLC’s—formerly Studio Santalla—most exciting projects include renovations and redesigns of existing interior spaces. These before and after photos highlight just how stunning these transformations can be.

The remodel of this Washington DC loft opened up the space, seen here in this renovation before and after
The before and after of this open and airy luxury Washington DC loft renovation by Architect and Interior Design firm Studio Santalla

See how the use of exposed ductwork and custom designed minimal & modern furniture transform this loft into a clean contemporary space.

Before and After of French vacation townhome renovation by Washington, DC architect and interior design firm Ernesto Santalla, PLLC
before and after of French luxury vacation home remodel left ancient roof beams exposed

Ernesto Santalla, PLLC— formerly Studio Santalla— orchestrated the amazing transformation of this 800 year-old house in Provence, France, restoring it into a chic in-town vacation home.

Before and after of luxury Watergate Apartment renovation by Washington DC architecture and interior design firm Ernesto Santalla, PLLC
before and after of Watergate residence transformed into a contemporary open plan home.

The opening of the kitchen and addition of iconic, architect designed classic furniture transformed this Watergate condo into an clean and luxurious space.

Before and after of Arlington, VA condo renovation for two retired women combining households.
before and after of Arlington, VA condo renovation by Washington, DC Architect and Interior Design firm Ernesto Santalla, LLC

Downsizing your living space doesn’t mean downgrading your style! Ernesto Santalla, PLLC— formerly Studio Santalla— helped these retirees combine households to create something even better!

before and after of the restaurant at Flint Hill Public House & Country Inn renovated by Washington, DC architect and Interior Design firm Ernesto Santalla, PLLC
before and after of the pub at Flint Hill Public House & Country Inn, renovated by Ernesto Santalla, PLLC

Ernesto Santalla, PLLC—formerly Studio Santalla—took the country out of William Waybourn’s Flint Hill Public House and Country Inn and transformed it into a must-visit bed & breakfast and restaurant for the area.

French vacation home renovation before and after by Washington, DC Architect and Interior Design firm Ernesto Santalla, PLLC
The before and after transformation of the fireplace in this french vacation home by architect and interior design firm Ernesto Santalla, PLLC

The restoration of this ancient home included the removal of previous ill-advised additions, including this stone fireplace.

In this before and after, a dark, confined kitchen is opened up to the airy living space, by Washington, DC architect and interior design firm Ernesto Santalla, PLLC
Before and after: The once dark and cramped kitchen of this contemporary loft is now open and airy

A dark, disfunctional kitchen was transformed from a realtor’s checklist of amenities into a streamlined and functional modern eat-in kitchen.

Before and after: Before the renovation by Ernesto Santalla, PLLC, this Washington, DC kitchen was cut-off and cramped
Before and After: Now featuring an open kitchen with multipurpose island, this DC condo is much more functional

Reworking a small kitchen opens it up the living room, maximizing the efficient use of space in this open plan apartment.

Before and After: Before the fireplace was removed, this DC loft was chopped up and dysfunctional
Before and After: Upon completion of the renovation, this contemporary DC loft is open and airy.

Opening this chopped-up industrial loft to the expanse of windows bathes this clean and modern space in natural light.