circa studio 8
kitchen bath & interiors
interior design
kitchen & bath design
interior architecture
san diego california
kitchendesigninteriordesignbathdesign
kitchen bath & interiors
residential
a few things we are working on!
Scripps Ranch, San Diego, California
Hall Bath Remodel
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Mike K
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Client Objective:
Award winning creation of a clean, organic, and naturally soothing environment while still having a bit of a modern and classic look.
A cumbersome door between the vanity and shower area was replaced by a pocket door to increase traffic flow. New custom vanity for daughters was added to give them their own space. A dryer and grooming center was added between them for their usage. One piece builder grade tub shower was replaced along with the linoleum flooring, Better and appropriate lighting was added with new cool mirrors.
Client Objective:
To reface for the second time, but the cabinets were really not in good enough shape to do so. New cabinets with quality wood interiors and doors were selected based on quality and investment. Pale grey and a reflection of the ocean were the objectives alongside of clean and to brighten up the kitchen. Cabinets had to marry well with the new wood flooring.
Del Mar, Torrey Pines, San Diego, California
Worn Kitchen gets Pale Grey Dream Renovation
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Now that our adult children have left the “nest” my husband and I decided to give a facelift to our kitchen. We knew we wanted something simple and Cindy Ryan guided us through the process to the point of finding beautiful Shaker cabinets made from her Cabinet Showroom. She spent a lot of time helping us select just the right color, counter tops and the layout and design of our plans. She collaborated with others, on the measurements and plans which were precise and complete. We love our cabinets that Cindy helped us select!
Del Mar California
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Scripps Ranch, San Diego, California
She loves Traditional and he loves Craftsman Style​​
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We started the daunting task of remodeling our kitchen six months ago and were very fortunate to have the services of Cynthia Ryan with Circa Studio 8 as our designer. Cynthia's level of attention to detail is extraordinary. We were initially overwhelmed with the number of decisions that needed to be made. Cynthia was extremely patient and walked us through the journey of these decisions one by one. She educated us on every issue and variation of each decision. Cynthia interviewed us and took note on everything we wanted in our new kitchen. She then drew up the design of our kitchen showing each elevation and measurement. These plans became the true blueprint that allowed the contractor, cabinet maker, painter, counter installer and lighting expert to provide viable bids and were used to make essential decisions. Cynthia Ryan was a constant source of support, education and guidance. She is highly skilled in visualizing the outcome of a design well in advance and was thus able to guide us around possible problem areas. Ms. Ryan is a very strong and passionate client advocate who quickly stepped in to provide us with encouragement to take the time needed to make necessary decisions in spite of the pressures being expressed by busy trade persons.
In conclusion, we would highly recommend Cynthia Ryan with Circa Studio 8 to assist anyone who is contemplating a kitchen or bath remodel. Her experience, professionalism, ability to work with others, and extensive training were the major reasons for the success of our kitchen remodel. We are thrilled with the outcome and absolutely love our new kitchen!
Bill and Katie G
Scripps Ranch, San Diego CA
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Client Objective:
She loves Traditional Style and he loves Craftsman Style. so how to meet in the middle? The answer was a Shaker style kitchen with Traditional elements. clean and simple for him but classic enough for her. Marble countertops, traditional scones, set the tone. Glass cabinets give her the east coast style she loves. The original desk area was replaced by a 'Barmoir" where they can entertain friends. With a lot of entertaining and not wanting a hood in the way a flush ceiling vent was the answer. A new window was added and circulation of air greatly improved.
Poway , San Diego, California
Shabby Chic Primary Renovation
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Client Objective:
She loves a Rustic Shabby Chic Style so to have this Primary bedroom match up with other previous renovations many things had to line up. A new Closet with shelves that they really wanted. A new bed, and a new custom built in to store clothes and just a small TV as they are only occasional TV watchers and did not want anything bigger than the TV they have. Reading lights at each end of the bed because they are big readers.
Terrasanta, San Diego, California
Natural Bath Remodel with Wet Room and Custom Vanity
Cynthia is a gem and knows her stuff. She is very good at listening to the clients wants and needs, working them into the budget and giving different options ranging from just what you asked to pushing you a bit to explore other trending designs, no matter what your style is. Cynthia helped re-design the layout in our master bathroom. We got more usable space, storage and had the design elements I asked for.
We recently had the need for a designers input for our kitchen remodel and Cynthia was my go-to.
Terrasanta, CA
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Relationship: Client
Project Price Range: $10,000 - $49,999​​
Client Objective:
Kimberly requested a natural and soothing retreat where an over large vanity was removed to make way for a 'wet room', and new cabinetry. New countertops, lighting, tile, and plumbing were added. Space Planning, a wet room and cabinetry were the main requests along with a relaxing zen style. Client supplied her own tile and paint.
College Area, San Diego, California
New Built in to hide many things!​​
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Christine Y
Relationship Client
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Client Objective:
Downsizing can be very challenging. For Christine she desperately needed file cabinet space, shelving and a few places to store a few holiday dishes and other items that her kitchen could not store. There was also a very outdated A/C unit that the building would not allow to be removed. So we custom created the built ins and covered it. She now has use of the cabinet for taller items that are hard to store in a condo. She was not wild about the existing grey floor but did not want to change it, but we made it work with pale grey painted cabinet built ins and she loves it!
Scripps Ranch, San Diego, California
Well traveled Bachelor Pilot with Specific International Taste​​
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While traveling, my brother asked me to find someone to design and oversee a remodel of his Master Bath for his lakefront condominium. I was lucky enough to discover Cynthia and her talents through a friend.
At our initial meeting she listened very closely to what my brother and I had discussed concerning many issues he had with the bath. Cynthia took notes and inquired about my brother's lifestyle and taste. She returned later and presented extremely detailed and accurate CAD drawings of the space, along with visual aids and samples, that helped us understand how the remodel would appear.
Together we selected a stone counter slab which has a vein cut. Not an easy piece to work with. However, in connecting functionality with sophistication, she brought the bathroom to completion with a subtle richness that far exceeded our expectations! Without being to overly masculine or feminine, the bathroom shows great style and luxury. My brother loves it! Our favorite feature is a "waterfall" shower that Cynthia designed specifically for him, which he looks forward to using when he returns home from travel or just after working out!
It is a pleasure for me to write this recommendation for Cynthia, and I do so with total honesty and satisfaction! I would highly recommend her!!
Maureen and Joe S.
Scripps Ranch, San Diego CA​​​​​​​​
Client Objective:
A well Traveled bachelor military and commercial pilot desired fresh towels every shower that could be easily accessible, counter tops were increased to fit his height, and removal of broken tub combo shower. this was replaced by a soaking roman bath fixture and bench complete with hand sprayer that reflected international flight career. Shampoo niche was added to keep things neat and orderly.
Washington DC
Young Couples First Place Together​​
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Client Objective Newly engaged and ready to tie the knot this couple with a limited budget needed furnishings for thiri first place together.
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We love out new place and we are within walking distance to work!
C and M
Washington, District of Columbia​​​​​​​​
Ocean City Maryland Beach
80's Beach Condo catches a new updated wave
coming soon
A Few Other Reviews
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Verified Review
Cynthia will be helping us with our kitchen and bathroom updates. She gave us great ideas from the beginning and I can't wait to see to see her final design lay out and materials!
Debra
San Marcos, CA
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Cynthia helped us long distance to Bermuda with our French Style Study. We acquired all of our goods here on the island saving us money in taxes and freight! Cynthia worked with us on the Design and sourcing of the materials, as we have some vendor limitations to the island.
We could not be happier with the result and hope to have her design another room for us in the future!
Mary C.
Island of Bermuda​​
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Interior Design Verified Review
We just hired Cynthia and she has been absolutely fantastic. Very responsive, professional and knowledgeable. She is doing a great job to try and balance out design styles.
-Marcia
College Park, MD​​​
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Interior Design Verified Review
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As good as they come.
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Cynthia is everything you want in a Designer. She is creative, responsive, and meticulous. She will do as much or as little as you want. Her guidance through my remodeling of my bathroom has been above and beyond. This was not my first time at the rodeo but this experience of remodeling was made so much better because of Cynthia.
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Susan G.
Washington, DC
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