RESIDENTIAL MURAL
Teeming with Life
Casa Linda Apartments · La Jolla, California
34' × 10' · 3D sculptural relief, exterior
THE PROJECT
An ocean above and below the waterline
Teeming with Life was commissioned as part of a renovation of Casa Linda Apartments' pool courtyard, designed to create a more modern and luxurious environment.
Located within walking distance of the ocean, the property inspired an ocean-themed 34-foot mural that turns the courtyard wall into a coastal scene above and below the waterline.
DAY AND NIGHT
Nothing here is completely still
The mural changes with the environment around it. As the sun moves across the courtyard, shimmering surfaces catch the light and the sculptural relief creates shifting shadows.
It looks different throughout the day, moving from the bright, seemingly still world above the water into a quieter world that is, in fact, teeming with life.
DESIGN & MATERIALS
Built to last outdoors
The mural was built on an existing painted cinder-block wall, which was power washed, primed and base-coated. Foam boards were attached to create the sculptural relief, then finished with exterior-grade stucco for a natural sand texture.
Smooth stucco created the surface for the underwater scene. Exterior-grade paints were used throughout, and the whole mural was finished with a high-quality exterior sealant for long-term protection.
“She wasn’t just trying to meet my expectations. More importantly, she was holding herself to her own high standards and wasn’t going to accept anything shy of perfection!”
— Mike, owner, Casa Linda Apartments
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