Female, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indigenous owned
Laguna Beach, CA
At the heart of Hawk & Co is a collaborative, inclusive design process whereby the studio's signature opulent minimalist aesthetic is melded with clients' individual stylistic preferences. Ultimately, the goal is to enhance a luxurious, decadent and indulgent lifestyle with timeless, well-designed exterior architecture and experiential interiors accented by custom furniture, flawless finishes and top tier accessories.
Beyond the physical manifestations of the design process, Hawk & Co is most proud of the relationships it has cultivated with its A-list clientele, who have graciously described the creative process of working with Hawk & Co as "exquisite", "thoughtful ", and "captivating".
The Hawk & Co moniker pays homage to principal, Summer Jensen’s Hawaiian family roots. The ka‘io, Hawaii’s native hawk whose radiance inspired the ali’i, or chiefs, to adopt it as a royal symbol. The noble reference is a fitting one. It matches Jensen’s dedication to her design sensibilities: contrasting light and shadow, exquisitely meticulous attention to detail and a deference to the natural environment. She feels, “Mother nature is the greatest artist”. And with her bird’s eye view and overarching eye for intuition of a client’s understanding and trust, Jensen is in a design stratosphere all her own.
Known for inventive problem solving, astute project management and unparalleled client service, Hawk & Co's work transforms the built environment into emotionally engaging spaces by reinterpreting geometric hierarchy and seamlessly incorporating experiential, interactive technology. Sumptuous and provocative, the result of Hawk & Co's creative process strikes an iconic balance of minimalism and opulence.
Initially, Summer’s career focused on hospitality design. She was captivated by the excitement of creating hotels, restaurants, high-end retail shops, and night clubs into all-encompassing and fantastical experiences. She gained acclaim for her ability to use spatial aesthetics to immerse guests and customers in lavish and theatrical wonderlands.
In 2009, Summer went on her own and founded Hawk & Co, working primarily with high profile residential clients while integrating the functionality and gravity of her hospitality design expertise. Summer has worked with a multitude of architects including, Richard Meier and Associates, Gensler Architects, Shubin Donaldson, Mark Singer, Brandon Architects, and CJ Light, and have been credited with creating some of Southern California’s most opulent and luxurious homes.
2022 Grand Award - Golden Nugget Awards
2022 Best Home +8,000sf - Golden Nugget Awards
2022 Best Home 6,000-8,000sf - Golden Nugget Awards
2022 Fantini Design Award winner
2022 CA Home + Design - Best Residential Build
2022 Robb Report "Home of the Week"