The SOBU Loft

Husband and wife designers Laleh and Alessandro recently completed a top to bottom renovation of a 3-story loft located in the vibrant and artistic 4th Street neighborhood of Berkeley, California. The SOBU loft embodies the couple's unique aesthetic, honed over a decade of helming their design brand SOBU, named after their kids Sofia and Bruno.

By combining each of their specialties in architecture and design, Laleh and Alessandro have created something truly magical. The SOBU loft is designed with an emphasis on natural materials, warmth and brightness with a bit of artistic nuance thrown into the mix.

The loft is furnished with pieces designed exclusively by Laleh and Alessandro as well as one-of-a-kind creations by designers and makers showcased at the couple's Oakland showroom. Collaborations with local woodworkers and craftspeople as well as artwork from their personal collection can be seen throughout the space. Paintings by Alessandro and photography by Laleh are also on display. All aspects of this renovation were meticulously planned and executed by the couple.