STx Home Studio

07/25/2026

When porcelain imitates nature, magic happens. 🌊🌿
If you want the dramatic, high-end look of exotic onyx without the fragile maintenance of natural stone, look at these two powerhouse large-format tiles standing up in the studio today.
We have the Exotika Collection by MSI on display—featuring Exotika Oceano on the left and Exotika Verde Vivo on the right. Photos honestly don't do these high-gloss polished surfaces justice; under our lights, the depth and glass-like shimmer look just like backlit precious gemstones. ☀️✨
Here is how these two statement pieces can completely anchor a space:
• 🌊 Exotika Oceano (Left): Deep ocean blues mixed with soft cream and taupe veining. It brings an instant, soothing luxury feel—ideal for a primary bathroom wet room, a dramatic walk-in shower feature wall, or a chic modern fireplace surround.
• 🌿 Exotika Verde Vivo (Right): Luminous sage and jade green layered with warm copper and tan veining. Green marble and onyx tones are having a massive design moment right now. Pair this with warm white oak vanities and brushed brass hardware for a spa-like retreat that feels grounded and rich.
No matter where you are in your project roadmap, the STx Home Studio team is ready to step in right where you need us:
• 📦 DIY-ing it? You can order these exact large-format 24x48 porcelain tiles and finishes directly from our studio floor.
• 🛠️ Just need an installer? Tap into our trusted handyman pipeline to handle your tile accent wall or shower refresh with zero stress.
• 📐 Ready for a total transformation? Work side-by-side with our designer Ranferi for a complete, custom room remodel.
• 🏡 Building from scratch? Partner with our full-scale custom home studio to guide your entire build from the initial blueprints down to the final trim.
• 💼 Realtors, let's close more deals together: Bring your clients straight into our showroom! Whether you need fast, trusted handyman estimates to clear an inspection report or want to give a buyer a design consult to see a fixer-upper's true potential, we are here to help you get your deals seamlessly across the finish line. 🏡💼✨
• 🛠️ Contractors & Builders, let us do the chasing: Join our Trade Partner Program! Stop driving across town chasing down materials. We act as your back-office sourcing team, leveraging our vendor network to get the exact products you need at highly competitive pricing, delivered straight to your jobsite whenever possible.
Stop by the studio to see how these glazes catch the light in person, or send us a DM to start building your space!

07/23/2026

Great class today. Great presentation! We definitely learned a lot. Thank you Nichole Aguero - Loan Officer NMLS #1630375 & Chris Moss!

07/23/2026

Let’s go lunch 🍗

07/23/2026

✈️🚗 Save the Date – Wings & Wheels 2026! 🚗✈️

Get ready for one of Pleasanton's favorite events! Join us for Wings & Wheels on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the City of Pleasanton Municipal Airport.

Spend the day exploring an exciting display of aircrafts, classic cars, muscle cars, and custom rides while enjoying local vendors, family-friendly activities, and more. There's something for everyone to enjoy!

🏆 A special thank you to our generous sponsor, Lillian R Cashmer Insurance Agency for partnering with us to make this event possible & help recognize the outstanding vehicles featured at this year's show with awards.

🚘 Have a classic, muscle, or custom ride? We'd love to have you join the show!

🔗 Register your vehicle here: https://forms.gle/c2F6vSxyg7iCJM2a8

Bring the whole family for a day of aviation, amazing vehicles, shopping with local vendors, and community fun. We look forward to seeing you at the Pleasanton Municipal Airport this September!

07/22/2026

Texture that transforms a space. 🌿🌊
If you’re tired of flat, sterile surfaces, look at the depth in this collection. We have the Iridescent Isles™ glazed porcelain wall tile collection by Daltile featured today alongside a real-world look at how its rich, speckled glaze comes alive when installed
Instead of standard, uniform tile, this series brings an artisan, handcrafted feel with a metallic-look edge that catches light from every angle. ☀️✨
Here’s how to bring this exact look into your home:
• The Vertical Stagger running these 2x9 tiles vertically creates an immediate feeling of height while highlighting the subtle variations in color from tile to tile.
• The Earthy Contrast: Notice how the teal (Seaweed) glaze pairs with the raw, chiselled stone vessel sink and matte black wall-mount fixtures. It strikes the perfect balance between organic texture and sleek modern design.
• Color Palette Play Whether you want the oceanic depth of Harbor blue, the earthy calm of Seaweed green, or soft neutrals like Seashell and Cove, these glazed finishes give any wall a rich, moody soul.
No matter where you are on your renovation roadmap, our studio is built to step in right where you need us:
• 📦 DIY-ing it? You can order these exact Daltile glazed tiles and finishes directly from our studio floor.
• 🛠️ Just need an installer? Tap into our trusted handyman pipeline to handle a fast bathroom or kitchen tile update with zero stress.
• 📐 Ready for a total reset? Work side-by-side with our designer Ranferi for a complete, custom room remodel.
• 🏡 Building from scratch? Partner with our full-scale custom home studio to guide your entire build from the initial blueprints down to the final trim.
• 💼 Realtors, let's close more deals together: Bring your clients straight into our showroom! Whether you need fast, trusted handyman estimates to clear an inspection report or want to give a buyer a design consult to see a fixer-upper's true potential, we are here to help you get your deals seamlessly across the finish line. 🏡💼✨
• 🛠️ Contractors & Builders, let us do the chasing: Join our Trade Partner Program! Stop driving across town chasing down materials. We act as your back-office sourcing team, leveraging our vendor network to get the exact products you need at highly competitive pricing, delivered straight to your jobsite whenever possible.
Stop by the studio to see how these glazes catch the sun in person, or send us a DM to start building your space!

07/22/2026

We love closings at our design studio conference room! Agents call us to book the room for your local closings too! Notary on site!

Congrats to the Torres Family!

In a tough market, we still sell houses! 🏠

07/21/2026

Join us!!! Thursday!

07/18/2026

From concept to reality: Visualizing your dream space.
We have something special on the table today at the studio Choosing a countertop material based on a 6x6 sample can feel like a total guessing game. That’s why we love mapping out real design layouts right alongside our finishes—it lets you see exactly how a stone’s pattern will wrap around an island or flow with your cabinetry. 🏛️
We are looking at four stunning luxury countertop profiles and how they dramatically shift the energy of a room:
Montclair White (Top Left): A beautiful, high-contrast quartz featuring a dense, dramatic web of charcoal veins. It's the ultimate pick for a modern kitchen where you want the island to make a bold, graphic statement.
Calacatta Laza Grigio (Bottom Left): A sleek, cool gray slab featuring a wide, dramatic white vein running straight through it. It brings a crisp, ultra-modern architectural edge that pairs perfectly with minimalist spaces.
Calacatta Arno (Top Right): Elegant, clean, and classic. This profile features a striking gold and warm amber vein structure flowing across a bright white base. It beautifully bridges the gap between classic luxury and contemporary clean lines.
Taj Mahal Quartzite (Bottom Right): A show-stopping natural masterpiece. Unlike engineered stone, this authentic quartzite features a stunning translucent shimmer and tight, crystallized web-like veins that catch the sun like layered ice. ☀️❄️
No matter what step of the renovation or building process you're on, our studio team is built to step in exactly where you need us:
📦 DIY-ing it? Source your premium stone, flooring, and finishes directly through our studio network.
🛠️ Just need an installer? Tap into our trusted handyman pipeline to handle fast refreshes or small tile swaps without the headache.
📐 Ready for a total transformation? Collaborate one-on-one with our designer for a complete, tailored room remodel.
🏡 Building a custom home? Partner with our full-scale custom studio to guide your build from the blueprints down to the final trim.
💼 Realtors, let's close more deals together: Bring your clients straight into our showroom! Whether you need fast, trusted handyman estimates to clear an inspection report or want to help a buyer see a property's true potential, we are here to help you get your deals seamlessly across the line. 🏡✨
🛠️ Contractors, let us do the chasing: Join our Trade Partner Program! Stop driving across town chasing down materials. We act as your back-office sourcing team, leveraging our vendor network to get you the exact products you need at competitive pricing, delivered directly to your jobsite.
Stop by the showroom to see these profiles in person and watch how they shift under the studio lights, or send us a DM to start building your custom design roadmap!

07/18/2026

Where quiet luxury meets raw texture. ✨
There’s a reason natural stone never goes out of style. It just feels grounded. Look at this marble-look bevel brick from Daltile sitting under the studio lights today Photos really can't capture how subtle the veining is, or the premium shimmer the beveled edges give off. Standard builder tile just feels flat and plastic compared to this kind of texture. ☀️
If you’re ready to ditch the basic subway tile, here is how the design world is using this stone right now to create spaces with a serious soul:
• The Modern Organic Kitchen: Run this as a full-height backsplash against honey-toned white oak or matte sage green cabinets. Pair it with soft cream quartz and unlacquered brass hardware for a look that is warm, relaxed, and incredibly high-end. 🌿☕
• The Cinematic Bathroom: Take this tile from floor to ceiling for an instant, striking wet room or shower feature wall. Against deep charcoal or midnight navy vanities, the bright natural stone provides the ultimate architectural anchor. 🖤📐
No matter where you are in your project roadmap, our studio is built to plug in exactly where you need us:
• 📦 DIY-ing it? You can order these exact stone tiles and finishes directly from our studio floor.
• 🛠️ Just need an installer? Tap into our trusted handyman pipeline to handle your backsplash or accent wall refresh with zero stress.
• 📐 Ready for a total transformation? Work one-on-one with our interior designer for a complete, custom remodel.
• 🏡 Building from scratch? Partner with our full-scale custom home studio to design and build from the initial blueprints to the final trim.
• 💼 Realtors, let's close more deals together: Bring your clients straight into the studio! Whether you need trusted handyman estimates to clear an inspection objection report or want to help a buyer visualize a property's true potential, we are here to help you get your deals across the finish line. 🏡💼✨
• 🛠️ Contractors, let us do the chasing: Join our Trade Partner Program! We act as your back-office sourcing team,leveraging our vendor network to get you the exact products you need at competitive pricing, delivered directly to your jobsite.
Stop by the studio to feel the difference in texture yourself, or send us a DM to start brainstorming your space!