Do we offer brush outs? Yes, we do! Brush outs are a great way to help you decide which colors to choose. Click here to learn more.

Click through to read about our exterior painting client Nat Harry's new book, Spirits Distilled

A look back at the process of choosing colors for with Cass Morris for our client Nat Harry's Oakland stucco home.

Learn more about the process we follow for residential interiors and the care we take to protect before we paint, in the video on this page

Based in Alameda, Buestad Construction has proudly contributed to the growth of local community resources for 75 years. 

What is the “Color of the Year” and why is it relevant? Is there just one? Under the heading of nothing is as simple as it sounds, there are multiple answers to these questions.

We sat down with interior designer Vaughan Woodson and architect Rebecca Amato and asked them to share with us how they collaborate.

An extraordinary midcentury multi-level “treehouse” in the Oakland hills, built, and later updated, by AIA gold medal architect Joseph Esherick.

If you like to nerd out on architecture like we do, click here to learn more about “Victorian-era” homes in Alameda and a recommended walking tour!

As much as we love helping our clients improve the look of their existing cabinets, there is nothing like the beauty and resilience of factory-finished. Click here to read more about the pros and cons of restoring vs. replacing in our resource guide. 

Design innovatrix Noz Nozawa went all out with a palette of colors that are kin to 2023 Color of the Year, Viva Magenta, if not including it, in her inter-stellar contribution to the 2023 San Francisco Decorator Showcase home. Click through to read more!

We love this cabinet refinishing project so much. The color choice by LMB Interiors is just perfect! Click through to view the portfolio and access the link to Laura's blog post for before and after images and more of the story of the whole house transformation.

A clean, bright palette reflecting lots of light! Arana provided painting services for the kitchen and two bathrooms in this lovely Alameda home. Design and construction by HDR Remodeling.

When Dina Bandman Goldstone needed a painter to handle the high gloss ceiling and pristine white trim she envisioned, she called Arana... Click here to read more!

Interior designer Anastasia Faiella was nominated for Designer of Distinction for this project: a beautiful San Francisco Victorian combining modern decor and vintage architectural details.

Another breathtaking bathroom remodel in Alameda with HDR Remodeling. We love how the right paint color on the walls showcases the richly hued green tile.

If you are wanting to clear your space because you have an interior paint job coming up or are preparing to move into a smaller space, the principles that professional organizers use and the tips they provide can be a helpful resource. Click here to learn more!

With this recent exterior paint job, performed by Arana Craftsman Painters, this lovely Oakland home went from white-and-brown to shades of blue with hints of green, and gray trim.

With the holidays coming, we thought we would ask some of our favorite interior designer colleagues for their current favorite “coffee table” books, that they or you might enjoy actually reading in cozy nooks.

I am an idealist. I believe that heart and intention come first. Our lives and business are intentionally centered around enhancing home, family, and community.

My Mother’s surname is Arana and I am Ernesto Perez Arana. I originally come from Guatemala, but I often say that I was born again in San Francisco, Dolores Park to be exact.

KJM Interiors makes a bold yet subtle statement inside her Piedmont home

Concierge Home Management - Estate management for primary and secondary homes in the Bay Area, CA

In this newsletter, we included a sweet (and maybe a little nostalgic) recipe for the whole family to enjoy — if you canned your summer cherries per our instructions, open the jar now for Thanksgiving!

We love the gorgeous and unusual Farrow and Ball paint color that this family chose, with the guiding hand of Laura Martin Bovard and LMB Interiors.  Choosing to paint kitchen cabinets not white is a big deal, a bold move, and yields lovely results. 

A thoughtful and thorough blog post by Landscape Architect Suzanne Arca covering a wide variety of topics such as pruning, root disturbances, fertilizers, and watering methods.

Is the transition to solar truly as green as it intends to be? What is the intent vs. the impact of changing over to green technologies? And who actually gets to take advantage of green technologies and practices?

A highly-detailed Victorian exterior painting project that involved no less than ELEVEN different paint colors! Our team lovingly restored and carefully painted each tiny detail of this fantastically ornate Alameda gem.

An extraordinary midcentury multi-level “treehouse” in the Oakland hills, built, and later updated, by AIA gold medal architect Joseph Esherick.

Painting is as much about the process a painter uses as the painter themselves! At Arana Craftsman Painters, we leave little to chance because we follow a tried-and-true set of steps.

This historic home in Alameda which was once a boarding house boasted tons of original details. Click to find out more about these unique finds! 

Over a decade ago Arana Craftsman Painters had the pleasure of providing painting and staining services as part of this groundbreaking eco-conscious renovation project.

Our complete guide will help you on how to strip wood finishes to find that beauty. 

Cabinet painting is the easiest way to create a major change in your kitchen without demolition, dust, and downtime. Learn more about transforming your kitchen in this post!

We recently interviewed a number of prominent Bay Area interior designers on their favorite shades of white for painting interiors. 

We asked Kevin Mond, co-owner and VP of HDR Remodeling, to describe the process, costs, and range of options around Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs).

From our Blog. The White Album - What white does one of our favorite Interior Designers Mead Quin recommend?

This Arana annual webinar explores Color Trends and Colors of the Year for 2022. Perfect for Interior Designers, discerning Homeowners and General Contractors contemplating your next amazing project!

Updated for 2022! In this webinar, Arana includes some of the most creative wallpaper and color trends. Wallpaper is one of the best ways to personalize a room. Its sole purpose is to breathe life into a space and make it feel like your own. 

Updated for 2022! In this webinar, Arana discusses how we go about doing your painting project utilizing an ECO Friendly process, environmentally friendly materials and the tools involved. We're all about safety for everyone involved without sacrificing beauty or durability.