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While the building's bones and floorplan remain the same, the interior has a sophisticated new look designed by Steve Hermann, an award-winning interior designer and e Inn's former owner. Hermann sold the property in July but stayed on to complete renovations. e Inn's new team brought in Nina Chiappa, known for high-end residential and hospitality projects, to add the finishing touches. Lilian's restaurant is a glamorous space with dark green velvet banquettes, decorative treillage latticework, and Barovier sconces. e wood-paneled Bing's Bar features exposed beams, an overhead liquor rack reminiscent of an old English pub, and a marble bar. e lounge has green velvet couches and chairs, and burl wood coffee tables. << ranchandcoast.com 62 NOVEMBER 2023 RANCH & COAST MAGAZINE TOP Architect Lilian Rice (left) with employees on The Inn's steps MIDDLE Aerial of The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe in 1925 BOTTOM View from The Inn in 1924 looking east as the Civic Center commercial block was taking shape HISTORICAL PHOTOS: COURTESY OF RANCHO SANTA FE HISTORICAL SOCIETY