Hillsborough, San Mateo County
Hillsborough Luxury Interior Designer
Kenneth Bordewick — The Billion Dollar Designer — serves Hillsborough's most distinguished estate families with bespoke ultra-luxury interior design on the San Francisco Peninsula.
Ultra-Luxury Design Services
Legacy Estate Restoration
Thoughtful restoration and updating of Hillsborough's historic Peninsula estates — balancing architectural heritage, multi-generational family history, and the contemporary luxury standards that today's UHNWI owners require.
New Construction Estate Design
Complete interior design for new Hillsborough estates from the architectural planning phase through final installation — including custom millwork programs, stone selection, bespoke furnishings, and curated art placement.
Luxury Wellness Design
Private biohacking suites featuring infrared sauna, cold plunge, red light therapy, hyperbaric oxygen, IV therapy, cryotherapy, float tanks, and private performance gyms — integrated seamlessly into the estate.
Historic & Estate Restoration
Meticulous restoration of historic mansions, heritage estates, palaces, and landmark properties — returning them to their original grandeur while integrating contemporary luxury standards. From original plasterwork and period millwork to structural stone, frescoes, and authentic period materials, Kenneth Bordewick honors the past while elevating each property to its highest possible expression.
Frequently Asked Questions
What distinguishes Hillsborough from neighboring Peninsula luxury markets?
Hillsborough is the only incorporated community on the Peninsula with no commercial zoning — it is purely residential, purely estate, and deeply private. The architectural quality of its homes is exceptional, with many significant properties designed by major Bay Area architects of the early to mid-20th century. This gives the Hillsborough commission a heritage dimension that distinguishes it from the newer construction-oriented markets of Atherton or Los Altos Hills.
Does BHLI work with families on multi-generational estate transitions?
Absolutely. Some of Beverly Hills Luxury Interiors' most rewarding work has been guiding families through the transition of a historic estate from one generation to the next — honoring what the previous generation created while establishing a design vision that speaks to the current owners' lives. Kenneth Bordewick handles these commissions with exceptional sensitivity and tact.
What architectural styles are typical in Hillsborough?
Hillsborough's stock is predominantly early-to-mid 20th century: Colonial Revival, Spanish Colonial, French Norman, Tudor Revival, California Mediterranean, and Period Revival styles from the 1920s through the 1950s. Post-war ranch houses and a growing number of contemporary new constructions complete the architectural picture. Kenneth Bordewick works fluently in all of these vocabularies.
How does Beverly Hills Luxury Interiors handle art curation for Hillsborough estates?
BHLI provides comprehensive art advisory and curation services as an integrated part of the interior design process. For Hillsborough clients with existing collections, we work to honor and enhance the current holdings while identifying works that elevate the overall environment. For clients building new collections, Kenneth Bordewick provides access to international galleries and auction specialists.
What is the typical Hillsborough project scope and timeline?
Full estate projects in Hillsborough typically encompass 8,000 to 18,000 square feet across the main residence and ancillary structures, with project timelines of 18 to 30 months. BHLI provides dedicated project management throughout. Contact kenneth@bhli.us to begin a confidential discussion.
Commission Your Hillsborough Estate
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