Michael has cousins and nephews, the Johnsons, who are multigenerational “South Bay souls.” They have been extremely generous showing what she calls “true South Bay love” in helping them plant roots in the community-a magical place they call home. While not a South Bay native, Alexandra had a connection through her husband, Michael, whom she met in 1996 in the French Alps. She admits finding the balance between marketing, creating and family life is challenging-although she jokingly suggests the store offers “some relief” from the family demands of being a mother and a wife. The Hermosa Beach store, her first business, debuted in 2019. Her philosophy is “less is more.” Ultimately, she believes furniture should be functional or purposeful, thus positively contributing to the room. It’s also where she cultivated an appreciation for natural art, or “making something from nothing,” as she says.Īlexandra strives for unique signature pieces that both make a statement and complete the feel of the space. He taught her woodworking and how to produce something original from what they found. Her desire to create designs developed during this formative time. She spent most summers as a young girl with her grandfather in the South of France living off the land. Even her mother’s ability to craft a beautiful, delicious meal transports her back to France as she still remembers the flavors in vivid detail. Born and raised in the quaint town of Senlis, France, just outside Paris, Alexandra grew up surrounded by historical monuments, museums, ancient architecture and France’s rich culture.
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