Set beneath the towering Santa Ynez Mountains, and along 20 picturesque miles of meandering shoreline and rock-covered coast, lies the tranquil seaside community of Santa Barbara – a place of bounty and enchantment. The magical Ritz Carlton Bacara Resort is nestled between the ocean, the city and vast stretches of wineries and farmland. Taking cues from the abundant, yet unspoiled surrounding geography, serenity here is easily achieved. Guests are welcomed into a lobby of old-world elegance, adorned with finely-tailored, plush furnishings forged from washed wood and stone. Metallic and glass accents in the atrium modernize the space, seamlessly combining the natural with the refined. Illuminated accents in the bar sparkle like sunlight by day, and glamour by night. References to the ocean and its rocky cliffs are captured throughout the property, while the use of subtle colors, the interplay of organic and geometric patterns and sculptural art forms – an abstract nod to the local history of woven basketry--reflect the area’s attraction as a true respite for artists, surfing legends and the social elite, alike.

HBA’s international presence, depth of experience, and detailed industry knowledge enable its designers to identify interior design trends at their source, make definitive predictions about new directions and innovations, and influence design standards at a global level. HBA’s ultimate objective is to add value, raise standards and enhance the brand of a projects owner and operator. HBA/Hirsch Bedner Associates Partner Kathleen Dauber brings extraordinary design experience, outstanding communication skills, and infectious enthusiasm to her position as Partner. A partner since 2010, Kathleen has continued to mentor and guide the Los Angeles design staff to uphold the high level of quality and communication required for successful project completions.