Where California Ease Meets European Elegance.

Project Details

Project Name: California Calm – Surčin
Location: Surčin, Belgrade, Serbia
Year: 2025
Project Type: Residential House
Design Style: Modern, Contemporary, Rustic-Elegant Fusion
Client Origin: Los Angeles, California
Color Palette: Soft beige, white, natural wood, black and gold accents
Materials & Textures: White marble, bleached oak, American walnut, MDF, warm textiles, and light metal finishes
Key Features:
- Spacious kitchen designed for functionality and elegance
- Custom bathrooms tailored for each household member
- Open-concept layout with natural light and calm, welcoming tones
- Subtle rustic and oriental details (textured rug, greenery, natural fibers)
- Blend of California casual warmth and European design precision
Design Goal:
To create a serene, light-filled home that reflects California’s relaxed lifestyle while maintaining the craftsmanship and elegance characteristic of European interiors.
Challenges:
Balancing modern minimalism with warmth and comfort, ensuring the space felt both luxurious and deeply livable — a sanctuary that you’d never want to leave.
Signature Approach:
Mind Interior Design’s philosophy of blending contrasting influences — in this case, California ease and European refinement — to craft timeless spaces that feel effortlessly elegant and personally meaningful.

Where California Ease Meets European Elegance

When a client from Los Angeles relocated to Surčin, their vision was to bring the warmth and relaxed spirit of California living into a refined European setting. Designed by Mina Jevdjenović of Mind Interior Design in 2025, California Calm beautifully blends California ease with European sophistication—creating a serene, modern home that radiates light, comfort, and timeless charm.

Design Philosophy

Mina’s design philosophy for this home centered around balance—the effortless warmth of California interiors paired with the detail and craftsmanship of European design.

The palette is built around soft beige and white tones, grounded by black and gold accents that add contrast and structure. Natural materials such as white marble, bleached oak, and American walnut bring texture and depth, while clean lines and uncluttered forms emphasize calm and simplicity.

Every space was designed to feel inviting yet composed, reflecting a lifestyle that values both ease and elegance.

Key Features

Kitchen: The heart of the home—spacious, functional, and luminous. Every inch was custom-planned for flow, with marble surfaces, tailored cabinetry, and discreet storage that maintain visual purity.

Living Area: Open and filled with natural light, the living space captures the comfort of California interiors, enhanced by European precision in detailing and layout.

Bathrooms: Custom-designed for each household member, featuring white marble, soft lighting, and minimal hardware for a refined, spa-like experience.

Details: A subtle oriental-inspired rug, muted textiles, and organic greenery lend the interior warmth without breaking the clean aesthetic.

Challenges and Solutions

The main challenge was to design a home that felt modern and minimal while preserving a sense of cozy livability.

By layering neutral tones with natural textures and soft lighting, Mina achieved a space that feels serene yet vibrant. Every material and finish was chosen to bring a sense of calm and harmony—proving that luxury and comfort can coexist seamlessly.