$60K L.A. Backyard Transformation By A Pro Designer | Replace This Space | Architectural Digest

Designer Erick Garcia heads to Los Angeles for a $60,000 dream backyard renovation in the first episode of Replace This Space. Julie Sariñana, known best for her popular fashion and lifestyle account Sincerely Jules, sensed the backyard of her Spanish-style home in Los Angeles had the potential to better suit her aesthetic (and entertain her large family!) That’s when Erick, in partnership with CB2, stepped up to design and deliver a backyard that checked all of her boxes.


CB2 products featured in the video: 
Breton Metal Sofa
Travertine Coffee Table 
Breton Black Metal Chair
Form Cement Fire Pit
Tambor Table Large
Tambor Table Small
Porto Medium Cream Ceramic Hurricane 
Edison String Lights
Boka Black Low Planter / Bowl Small 
Natural Lunar Planter Large 
Natural Lunar Planter Small 
Muse Coupe Cocktail Glass
3x3 White Pillar Candle
3x9 White Pillar Candle 
Ray Whitewash Acacia Round Bar Tray 
Drift Reactive Dinner Plate Grey 
Drift Reactive Salad Plate Grey 
Whitney Amber Cooler 
Whitney Amber Double Old Fashioned Glass 3

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Hosted by: Erick Garcia
Featuring: Julie Sariñana
Directed by: Lisa Romagnoli
Producer: Alyssa Marino
Edited by: Phil Ceconi
Graphics by: Léa Kichler 
Post Production Manager: Stephanie Cardone

Production Manager: Morgan Winters
Production Coordinator: Daniella Resto

Director of Photography: Remsen Allard, Olivia Kuan
Field Producer: Zair Montes
Camera Operators: Justin Machnik, Minmin Tsai
Audio: Kari Barber
Gaffer: Gary Briggs 
Production Assistants: Josh Crowe, Melissa Brogan
Covid Officer: Julie Rasmussen, Carla Nora

Lit, Inc. Agency, Representative for Erick: Tu Tran
Brand Manager, Sincerely Jules: Meghan Luce


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[rneustel]

Since I live in the desert in Arizona, I understand the need to reduce water usage, and a green lawn uses a ton of water. This landscape will be much better for the environment, plus it will be easier and less time consuming to maintain. I do miss green lawns, but I’ve really come to love the desert and a Mediterranean landscape. I think this guy is literally an an artist!!

[mnels]

It is gorgeous but I wish they could have done a few evening shots, I bet it is such a wonderful inviting space with the lighting.

[kayleyhanson]

This is gorgeous! I think people don’t realize how discouraged people are from having grass in their yards in LA, especially if you’re remodeling. We’re always in a drought!! This yard makes way more sense for the location of the house and looks beautiful

[youpeach]

I think he's smashed this, I understand people saying about the grass etc but he's done this extremely well to suit what she wanted!

[katscandance]

Am I the only one that liked the “dirt” that everyone seems to hate? When I went to this restaurant/farm in Mexico they had the dirt as well and it just looked so natural and complimented all the desert plants! It looks like a beautiful little oasis

[mmclennon]

This is my first time seeing Erick or hearing about him, and I am so impressed. This is one of the most thoughtful and well explained yet succinct design makeover videos I’ve ever seen. I appreciate that he thinks about the details how how she’s going to live in the space, but isn’t hokey about it or glossing over the details like some designers I’ve seen do.
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[daedalus]

People complaining about the grass, but this setup is 100x more practical for the climate and way more sustainable.

[trueleaves]

I prefer the before over the after, more greenery and calming.

[Talisastory]

This is GORGEOUS!! I love the care shown to balance both the aesthetic and sustainability aspects of this redesign . And good riddance to that grass! From the comments I can definitely see how ubiquitous people think lawns and grass should be and don’t realise how much labour and experimentation (and legislation!) has gone into making useless water hungry lawn grass seem like standard greenery. This is a wonderful time to reframe your ideas for the good of future design and home building.

[HFDZ]

Style you see in Spain and Italy. Really natural and effortless. Not trying too much but at the same time the vibe at night is classy.

[NinaPeanutbutter]

Tbh not having grass in California is a great idea, it makes it so you can save a lot of water.

[youllbealright]

Lol, I liked the backyard much more the way it was before. I prefer grass and in general more green.

[Kforaesthetik]

I don’t mind him getting rid of the grass. I mean, sis did have an intense gopher problem!☺️☺️ I think the design was innovative and exotic. I loved the result and that bougainvillea will grow beautifully over time!✨

[psssssstlook]

I was a bit suspicious of getting rid of the grass because I think greenery calms the eye and the soul but seeing how the furniture was placed. And the landscape was shaped it turned out really nice. I love the pink flower on the wall of the house. It really gives the whole space a Mediterranean touch and the pergola is a beautiful add on!!

[amberspriggs]

I’m down with no grass, especially to preserve water, but i just wish there was a type of “floor” like brick, stone, something! besides just dirt, looks unfinished

[MinhMinhD]

Wow I LOOOOVE hearing him explain his process and how he thinks about design. So thoughtful!! Can’t wait for more episodes. Please continue this series!

[nathalye]

I love how Erick doesn't limit himself in design! So inspiring! He vibes with his clients and always makes their vision come true! Loved this backyard <3

[HipyoTech]

With $60k I'd get a down payment on a house..

[alexandrakennedy]

Loving this interior designer and the Latino/a representation! I love SincerelyJules and being able to see how she works with this designer to complete her backyard look was super inspirational! Keep these videos going AD!