Pop-up Production

A group of creative minds filled a Laguna Beach abode, design studio and workshop for the kickoff of Arthouse, a monthlong pop-up gallery showcasing the works of Aaron R. Thomas and Stefanie Phan. They’re a dynamic duo: Thomas is an artist and architect, and Phan is a jewelry designer (and former Riviera staffer). And they know how to throw a party. Delights included nosh from Old Vine Café and a s’mores bar with ’mallows from Lulu Bananas—and guests toasted their treats around a firepit at sunset. Most impressive, however, was that their in-home gallery led to the launch of Thomas and Phan’s online shop, arthousesociete.com. Photography by Reza Allah-Bakhshi