This interior painting in Berkeley CA was a comprehensive, design-led transformation spanning nearly every room of the home. Working in collaboration with AND Interior Design Studio for the Brody family, our team delivered a high-end residential painting experience that blended timeless neutrals, bold designer wallpapers, and specialty finishes across three levels of living space. The scope required technical precision, thoughtful sequencing, and deep respect for the designer’s vision, resulting in a cohesive and emotionally rich home environment.
This full interior home painting project unfolded over four to five weeks, allowing each surface to be carefully prepared, finished, and reviewed. Walls, ceilings, trim, doors, fireplaces, and built-ins were all treated with purpose, ensuring each room felt connected yet distinct. From metallic dining room ceilings to serene bedroom palettes, every detail contributed to a refined, elevated result.
Project Overview
Location
Berkeley, CA – San Luis Road, Thousand Oaks Heights
Project Type
Residential Painting Project
Project Duration
4–5 weeks
Project Budget
Approximately $37,650
Project Scope
Full interior painting of walls, ceilings, trim, and doors with specialty finishes
Additional Work
Wallpaper installation and metallic ceiling finishes
Project Scope: Interior Painting in Berkeley CA
Foyer and Adjoining Halls
The entry experience sets the emotional tone of the home. Walls and ceilings finished in Swiss Coffee created a soft, enveloping warmth, while semi-gloss White Dove in the closets reflected light subtly, adding clarity and structure. As natural light shifts throughout the day, the foyer feels calm, open, and welcoming, offering a graceful transition into the main living areas.
Powder Room
This space was designed as a dramatic moment. Deep Desmond black and charcoal wallpaper wraps the walls with visual intensity, while the metallic Liquid Mercury ceiling introduces a soft reflective glow. Light dances across the surface, creating depth and intrigue. The combination feels intimate, bold, and unmistakably designer interior painting project execution.
Dining Room
Walls and ceilings painted in Nimbus establish a tranquil, modern backdrop. Above, the Icy Mist metallic ceiling finish elevates the room with a luminous sheen that shifts between silver and pearl depending on the lighting. The crisp White Dove ceiling molding frames the space, reinforcing balance and craftsmanship through clean architectural lines.
Living Room and Family Room
Swiss Coffee walls unify these gathering spaces with warmth and consistency. High-gloss Super White fireplaces act as sculptural focal points, reflecting light and emphasizing crisp geometry. In the family room, semi-gloss beams and bookshelves add depth and texture, creating a space that feels both comfortable and visually structured.
Playroom and Media Spaces
The playroom was infused with imagination. Swiss Coffee walls provide a calm canvas, while the Star and Branch wallpaper accent wall introduces movement and storytelling. The ceiling in White Dove lifts the room visually, allowing color and pattern to shine without overwhelming the space.
Stairwell, Vestibule, and Upper Halls
Continuity was essential in these transitional areas. Soft neutral walls guide movement through the home, while lighter ceilings enhance vertical flow. The result is a seamless visual journey from level to level, reinforcing the sophistication of this interior wall and ceiling painting work.
Bedrooms
The master bedroom’s Silver Satin walls create a soothing retreat with gentle reflectivity that responds beautifully to morning and evening light. The green bedroom introduces Potpourri Green, offering an organic, restorative atmosphere. In the blue bedroom, careful touch-ups preserved the existing palette while refreshing the ceiling and trim for cohesion.
Office
Swiss Coffee walls paired with clean White Dove closet finishes create a focused yet inviting workspace. The room feels balanced, bright, and intentional, supporting productivity without distraction.
Paints & Products Used
Premium Benjamin Moore Regal Select paints were chosen throughout for their durability, smooth application, and refined finish quality. Flat finishes provided a velvety softness on walls and ceilings, while semi-gloss and high-gloss applications delivered durability and crisp definition on trim, doors, fireplaces, and built-ins. Metallic Studio Finishes were selected specifically for their ability to reflect light subtly, adding dimension without overpowering the surrounding design.
Wallpaper installation was executed with precision, ensuring perfect alignment, clean seams, and long-term performance. This seamless integration of wallpaper installation and painting elevated the project beyond standard interior work.
Why Choose Arana Craftsman Painters?
Every surface was treated as part of a larger story. Our team understands that luxury interior painting is not only about color but about emotion, atmosphere, and trust.
Detail-driven craftsmanship that respects design intent
Proven experience with designer interior painting projects
Premium materials and finishes selected for longevity
Clear communication and professional project management
Result of Interior Painting in Berkeley CA
The completed home feels layered, intentional, and deeply personal. Light moves gracefully across metallic ceilings, settles softly on neutral walls, and highlights architectural details with quiet confidence. Each room transitions naturally into the next, creating harmony without repetition.
For the Brody family, this transformation delivered comfort, elegance, and pride of ownership. It stands as a true example of high-end residential painting, where craftsmanship and design come together to shape how a home is experienced every day.
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