Los Angeles Beach - 1 Bedroom Flat

An inviting, eclectic living/dining/office space was the result of this transformation from austere open space to a little Bohemian gem.

Just a block and a half from the beach, the views into massive jungle palms with a hint of the ocean ahead allowed this little cozy nest to feel both magical and safe.

 

Los Angeles Beach - AFTER

In addition to the dark walnut floors and dark doors, the beautiful home and pool were set below a dense canopy of extremely tall and majestic red oak and maple trees preventing

 

Los Angeles Beach - BEFORE

sunlight, despite ample windows in the home on all sides. My challenge was to bring light into this living space and maintain the integrity of the original construction and look.

 

…UNDER CONSTRUCTION …

doorways and allow a more organic, open feel in the more formal boxlike walk-through room. Likewise, Louis XV occasional tables (and statement pieces upstairs such as metal inlaid commodes) were chosen for their curved forms, lightness and ornate designs.

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