Willem Racké Studio

09/23/2026

Excited to have our work featured on House Beautiful thanks to Jay Jeffers who restored this century old Italian Renaissance-styled Bay Area residence into “deeply personal home that feels both historic and completely alive.”

More specifically, our work included the painting the green cabinet with the portrait of the family’s beloved dog Otis, the blue strie finish in the study and the outside front door columns and molding details that were treated to look like old stone.

Article by Melanie Yates
📸Sam Frost

09/17/2026

Another ambitious commission for the studio: a private library ceiling in Sausalito, inspired by the dome at the 🏛️

Bringing that level of visual effect into a home takes patience and precision: layer after layer, every shadow and light point is considered, with the mathematical precision required to create a true dome illusion on a flat surface.

Follow to see the final result!

09/09/2026

Repeat. 🦺🎨

08/18/2026

Our Nashville project with the incredible ALEXIS BANKS HUMISTON is featured on House Beautiful ! This article did a great job explaining our work and dedication to the craft. I am feeling very proud of our team!✨
Photos by: Jenna Peffley

08/14/2026

Current project at the studio: working on a floral design for an entire room. This one is going to require 4 painters on site!

08/06/2026

“We went through something like 12,000 color samples to get this.” Beyond thrilled to see our hand-painted work with Summer Thornton on this Cabo San Lucas retreat home project featured in Galerie Magazine 🌴

📸 annieschlechter

08/04/2026

Welcome to my studio where all the magic happens ✨
Expect more behind-the-scenes action and a closer look at decades of craftsmanship working with creative minds and decorating spaces from private homes to remarkable spaces around the world. Follow along for more insights and inspiration :)

08/02/2026

We worked with Summer Thornton on finishes for the amazing home in Cabo San Lucas.

Defined by a bold palette, artworks, and collectible design, this home by Summer Thornton stands out for its use of color and texture

06/22/2026

Kendall Wilkinson's team was in for a show and tell session last week.
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05/01/2026

Working on a project in Hawaii for Philpotts Interiors. Cream Venetian plaster.