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36 CULTIVATED
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54 A COTTAGE
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The renovation of an original
beach bungalow yields flair and
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70 FIESTA FORWARD
A Rolling Hills interior designer
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84 RANCH GOALS
Three-time Olympic gold medalist
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104 ORGANIC ORIGINAL

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INSIDE
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35 FIRST IMPRESSIONS 94 AT HOME
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98 Q&A
Evolution & Legacy
WARMER NIGHTS
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114 MEDIA
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brighter color palettes, garden and landscaping ideas, and
plenty of alfresco inspiration. 78 ESSENTIALS AND…
This issue is no exception. All of our featured homes cele- Table Manners
brate the best of indoor and outdoor living. We’re especially 129 DESIGN SHOWCASES
excited to share the new ranch home of Olympian Kerri Walsh 80 CURB APPEAL The South Bay’s Top
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imbues beauty—an impossible feat for ungainly
conventional billboards. Perched on the second
and third floors of a stunning new home by
Brent Coert of The (W)orkshop, the living wall—
designed by Habitat Horticulture—wraps around
two sides of the house with a sculptural design
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design and colorful plants.
“This is not just for this house; this is for the
neighborhood,” says Brent, who worked with
plans from architect Brett Buchmann. The
archetypal green space is as much a painting as
it is a natural element in this neighborhood void
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owners of this impressive house.
Carole Wagner Vallianos and her husband,
Peter, have been Manhattan Beach residents for
34 years. “After living in a traditional Spanish
home in the Tree Section, we wanted to be
able to walk to restaurants and shops in town,”
says Carole.
They considered many lots on which to build,
but one day they stopped by the contemporary
house to see the construction. “Since we’ve
retired, we weren’t considering a modern home;

however, it became more emotional for us bor-UCLA Medical Center, but she remains
as we envisioned life in this cutting-edge chair of the board of the Richstone Family
space,” says Carole. Center. These milestone changes triggered
The two had extraordinary internation- a desire to find a home that would accom-
al careers. After working as an attorney, modate their new lifestyle yet provide space
Carole transitioned into a State Department for their collection. “We collect what we like,
position that took her to many diverse and and we’re more into collecting than decorat-
developing nations including Turkey, India, ing,” says Carole.
Bosnia and Cypress. Although all of the finishes were not
Peter’s work also took him on an inter- installed when Carole and Peter first toured
national path, so both were constantly the house, the extraordinary attention to
engaged in a global perspective politically, detail and the high level of quality through-
fiscally and aesthetically. As a result, Carole out all facets of the house was evident.
and Peter have amassed a large and diverse The open floor plan included high ceilings,
art collection that represents the depth and incredible light and stunning products in a
breadth of their travels. modern, elegant space.
Carole has retired as CEO at Los Ange- The remarkable staircase is intended to
les Biomedical Research Institute at Har- mimic folded paper as it floats through

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the three-story house. Poured concrete floors with
radiant heat on the first floor are as practical as they
are beautiful, while wide-plank French white oak
floors with a custom stain grace the second and third
floors. Furniture-grade cabinets are found through-
out the house and are a distinct element in the
refined kitchen.
“Linear ceiling lights pierce the house and create
a subtle but individual custom element,” says Brent,
who envisioned the inventive detail.
There are multiple outdoor living areas, and the
third floor decks provide tremendous space and
views. The front deck overlooks Manhattan Beach
Boulevard and the pier, while the back deck has a
floating wall and ceiling that create a “room.”
Carole and Peter made only a few changes in the
final finish selections and room uses. The huge slab
of Carrara marble with the waterfall edge creates a
kitchen island that floats in the room like a piece of
sculpture. The classic wood-paneled library doubles
as a media room when a large screen drops down
over the expansive bookshelves.

Brent and Peter worked to create a master-
piece statement with the living room fire-
place. The white onyx is lit from within so that
not only is the fire alight, but the onyx glows
softly and it frames a see-through firebox
that’s visible both indoors and out.
Throughout all of the carefully considered
spaces, Carole and Peter imbued each room
with pieces from their collection for an eclec-
tic and layered composition. Contemporary
Native American Inuit sculptures mix seam-
lessly with the Oriental rug and grand piano
in the living room, while Mies van der Rohe
Barcelona chairs float in the family room near
a large Warhol lithograph.
“Lola” is a life-sized contemporary Parisian
sculpture that stands near the traditional din-
ing room table and chairs. Carole’s collection
of copper pots fits perfectly in the sophisti-
cated kitchen, while the family’s expansive
collection of books is equal to the number of
paintings and sculpture.
In total, it’s a masterful contemporary
house filled with treasures that spark the
imagination and interest of both the owners
and their guests. The expressive living wall
visible to the neighborhood is merely an
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Two years. a dinner party) began in New Orleans While I love the vintage tile bathroom, I
with an estate purchase of a service for would love a modern shower.
Who else lives here? 12 of Spode India Tree. This has expand-
Just me. ed to include other services from Royal Neutrals or color for your
Crown Derby. These contrast nicely with a preferred palette?
How would you describe the style collection of dinnerware from Shearwater I’m not a neutral kind of guy. Color, pat-
of your home? Pottery in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. tern, texture is reflected in my collection
The Spanish Colonial Revival style Harden Founded in 1928 by Peter Anderson of textiles. Fortuny pillows and vintage
Gatehouse was designed by architect through the present-day Shearwater Kantha quilts adorn a daybed designed by
Gordon Kaufmann and built in 1929 by Pottery has produced art pottery of excep- Flemming Busk that functions as a sofa. An
Frank Vanderlip’s sister, Ruth, and her tional quality. antique Scottish paisley shawl contrasts
husband, Eddie Harden. It was to be the But nothing tops an expanding collection sharply with vintage Hawaiian barkcloth
entrance to a grand estate to be built on of Sascha Brastoff Surf Ballet dinnerware. draperies. A striking pre-1920s Navajo
Portuguese Point. The original landscape This multi-talented dancer, performer, cos- rug from the Ganado region is found in
design was by Frederick Law Olmsted. Errol tume designer and artist became a leading the kitchen, and vibrant midcentury rugs
Flynn was a frequent guest of the Hardens ceramics designer in the 1950s from his from Morocco are found in the bedrooms.
along with other film stars of the era. West Los Angeles studio. A traditional beaded Delaware bandolier
bag of my own making hangs in the living
Did you employ any help with its Minimalism or the more the merrier? room. Two 1920s British Colonial pull-up
interior design? The more the merrier, please! chairs covered in 1960s silk chinoiserie add
The eclectic interior design is my own. It additional color and interest.
reflects my love of eccentric things.
“THE ECLECTIC INTERIOR DESIGN IS MY OWN.

IT REFLECTS MY LOVE OF ECCENTRIC THINGS.”
A favorite room in the home? Any special attachments to a piece of art What will NEVER make it’s way into
The living room with fireplace and high in the home? your home?
vaulted ceiling that easily transforms into a My favorite work of art is a painting by La-Z-Boy recliners and big, puffy furniture!
dining room accommodating 15 guests. Aaron Sheppard featuring a neon element.
If you could live anywhere else in the
So you like to entertain? How about the furniture? world, where?
I moved to California from New Orleans. I I adore my midcentury German glass tiled Havana, Cuba. The creative energy of this
had a magnificent 1850s pied-à-terre in the mosaic coffee table with hairpin legs. It’s city is palatable. I love the tropical climate
Black Pearl neighborhood in Uptown New resting on an outstanding vintage angora and lush gardens. Havana, “the Paris of
Orleans. My neighbor, artist and bon vivant mohair Tulu rug from Turkey, a gift from the Caribbean,” shimmers with unparal-
Tim Trapolin, entertained nightly with din- the owners of Amadi Carpets in Beverly leled beauty.
ner parties—often with live music. Hills. The Tulu rug is visually luxurious and
It was a wonderful reminder of the par- active. I also love my vintage Paul Frankl What keeps you living here?
ties given by my mentor Sylvia Gallagher rattan bamboo furniture that creates Situated on the bluffs overlooking the
in Shreveport, Louisiana. She was an artist expanded seating in the living room. One Pacific Ocean with an unobstructed view
who played an important role in the studio other favorite is a 1960s bronze lamp of spectacular sunrises and sunsets, this
pottery movement of the 1960s. I enjoyed by James Mont, an East Coast design- property and its ever-changing panorama
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The renovation of an original beach bungalow yields flair
and confidence in this 1922 Redondo Beach Craftsman.
WRITTEN BY SUZANNA CULLEN HAMILTON

PHOTOGRAPHED BY SHANE O’DONNELL
A
uthenticity is often aspired but rarely achieved. For
South Bay real estate agent Alison Clay-Duboff and her
husband, Ken, the renovation of their 1922 Craftsman is
as genuine and original as its owners.
Alison’s zest for life is mirrored in the Ferrari-red quartz island
that anchors the kitchen, while Ken’s wry humor is cemented in
the master bathroom’s glossy red plumbing pipe. Throughout
their thoughtfully considered renovation, Alison and Ken relied
on a shared past of being native Angelenos and inveterate inter-
national travelers as they crafted their home with both comfort
and panache.
Although Alison and Ken own the Redondo Beach home,
the paramount residents are their Bouvier des Flandres dogs,
Argus and I.V. The “Boos” bound for the original front door with
the same exuberance as their owners, and their bold physique
matches the strong design aesthetic shared by Alison and Ken.
The house is now a spectacular renovation, but the path to the
rehabilitation was not as straightforward.
With children from previous marriages, Alison and Ken raised
their blended family while living in a four-bedroom townhouse
near the ocean. “As empty nesters, we had plenty of space and I
didn’t see any reason to move,” says Ken. However, Alison’s verve
won Ken over with the promise of “finally having a space that’s
ours,” she says.

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WE’RE FINALLY
home. ”

Alison and Ken toured the original-condition Craftsman, but it was
already under contract. “Additionally, a builder told us that it was
riddled with problems and we should run for the hills,” says Ken. No
longer considering remodeling, they headed to Italy for a conference.
While abroad, Alison received a call that the contract had fallen
through; however, she had to confirm the purchase within two weeks
or it would put it on the open market. Alison was prepared for tough
negotiations, but her energy and tenacity sealed the deal.
“From 6,000 miles away, I arranged for the townhouse to be painted
and the floors refinished, and I flew back to list it,” Alison says. She im-
mediately sold the townhouse and met the two-week condition clause.
The Craftsman had good bones with lots of natural light, but the
quirky floorplan was changed to accommodate larger open living
areas and additional space for the master suite. Installing new floors
and using gallons of crisp, white paint on newly opened walls, the
interior of the house soon felt clean and fresh. After quickly renovat-
ing one bathroom and bedroom, they moved into the house while the
renovation continued.
They kept the original fireplace constructed from long red bricks,
since it’s both a focal point and a room divider that breaks up the
deep, shotgun-style house. “We updated the hearth with a solid slab
to give it a cleaner edge, but the fireplace is a piece of history we
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The living room is eclectic with inviting white linen kitchen wall–a reminder that the beach is only a few
upholstery framing a cowhide rug. A vintage French blocks away.
Bergere chair and antique side tables add patina to The master bedroom is a cocoon of simplicity. The
the room, while a large Buddha rests peacefully amidst raised beam ceiling creates a barn-like effect, but the
Native American-inspired throw blankets. all-white palette keeps it peaceful.
Original French doors lead into the intimate din- The master bathroom embodies the humor of this
ing room where crown and door moldings frame the couple. Alison didn’t like the shower floor tiles, so she
space. Initially a pantry niche occupied one end of the ripped them up and “let the dogs walk in wet cement
dining room, but they closed it up to give the dining so that their paw prints are always with us,” she says.
room clean lines and provide more space for the mas- When the contractor threw out an old sewer pipe, Ken
ter bedroom. installed it in the bathroom so that “it looks like an
A vivid, Venetian-style glass chandelier hangs over oversized glossy red stripper pole, but it’s our 21st-cen-
the large circular table surrounded by sleek, colorful tury nod to the original plumbing,” he adds.
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The kitchen is simple and powerful in both layout Beverly Hills natives, moving a few blocks east of the
and materials. The red island countertop commands ocean into an original bungalow with their Boos has
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designs she conceived. “I’m a classicist, so I love residence in Palos Verdes Estates. “The whole rug, $183, Cadiz stool in black-and-white zigzag,
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used as is. Painting this bench blue instead of Lutyens three-seat bench, $795 and Elle
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unsubdued—personality.” teakwarehouse.com. Hamamlique organic

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“The Lutyens bench is inherently bohemian. tables and shades of blue] make something diamond indoor/outdoor rug, $149, and pale
Its signature scrolling seat back directly that seems stiff and old-fashioned, cool blue batik pouf by Filling Spaces Designs,
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When Rolling Hills–based interior designer

Carol de Miranda hosts an alfresco spring
luncheon—replete with colorful linens, pieces
from her own personal pottery collection and
meaningful family recipes—guests enjoy an
afternoon with a Mexico-meets-California twist.
WRITTEN BY JENNIE NUNN | PHOTOGRAPHED BY LAUREN PRESSEY
W
hen it comes to designing innovative
tablescapes for dinner parties and
family gatherings, Rolling Hills–based
interior designer Carol de Miranda
(demirandadesign.com) leaves no
detail untouched. For a recent alfres-
co luncheon hosted at her own home for close friends,
neighbors and family, the Palos Verdes native and mother
of two conceived a casual, California take on the tradition-
al eggs-and-bacon brunch with a nod to rustic, Mexican
décor and recipes from her mother, who lived in Spain
during college.
“Spring brunches can sometimes be predictable with
lots of pastels, and I wanted to mix in some interesting
elements to give it a twist,” says Carol of the vibrant
table layered with rattan chargers; multi-colored, striped
sarape-inspired linens; blue-and-white serving bowls
from Mexico; and purple, green and blue-hued vintage
decanters and modern vases. “I have always loved collect-
ing hand-painted pottery, plates and bowls from Mexico,
Spain and my travels. I also feel so fortunate to have been
given many beautiful pieces for my collection from family
and friends. I was inspired by the rich colors of the plates
and pottery and love to mix vintage and new and make
interesting vignettes. It doesn’t all have to match and be
from the same place.”
Carol used a combination of family recipes including chile
con queso and guacamole passed on from her mother, a for-
mer full-time Spanish teacher, and salads including couscous
with feta, peas, tomatoes, olives and carrots, and broccoli
with chicken, cayenne pepper and pine nuts. The University
of the Pacific graduate who studied interior design at UCLA
also offered guests a signature cocktail: a Paloma.
For dessert, Carol served a fresh fruit tart. “I think it’s
fun to incorporate your own personality and family recipes
when you are entertaining—and make it personal,” says
Carol, who also topped the wooden dining table from
Restoration Hardware with dark pink peonies. “My mother
studied in Spain, and we grew up with a lot of Spanish and
Latin cuisine. Her guacamole and chile con queso are just

Mom’s Guacamole
Serves 8-10
8 avocados
2 tomatoes, diced
2 red onions, diced
1 whole bunch cilantro, chopped
4 tablespoons siracha hot sauce
a squeeze of lime to taste
salt to taste
In a large bowl, mash avocadoes. Add tomatoes,

onions and cilantro and mix all together. Add siracha
hot sauce, a squeeze of lime and a pinch of salt (or
desired amount) for taste. Transfer to serving bowl
and serve.
Note: If refrigerated, place avocado pit in mixture
and cover. Placing the pit in the mixture prevents the
avocado from turning brown.
Chile Con Queso

2 cans diced chiles
2 cans evaporated milk
1 cup flour
6 eggs
1 cup cheddar cheese
1 cup Monterey jack cheese
1 container salsa (mild or medium)
In a 9”x13”x12” casserole pan or Pyrex dish, layer 1 can

of chiles in bottom of pan. Sprinkle 1 cup cheddar and
1 cup Monterey jack on top of chiles. Repeat with a
layer of chiles and a layer of cheeses.
In a blender, blend evaporated milk, flour and eggs.
Pour the mixture over the chiles and cheese even-
ly. Bake at 350º for 45 minutes or until completely
cooked. Remove from oven and salsa over the top of
the casserole. Place back in the oven for 7 minutes.
Remove from oven and let cool for 20 minutes before
serving. Can be served hot or cold.
Paloma cocktail
2 ounces blanco or reposado tequila
½ ounce lime juice
grapefruit soda
salt for rimming (optional)
If desired, rim the glass with salt. Fill the glass with
ice and add the tequila and lime juice. Top it off with
grapefruit soda.

“Spring brunches
can sometimes
be predictable
with lots of
pastels, and I
wanted to mix in
some interesting
elements to give
it a twist.”
two of my favorite recipes.”

From creating a specific plan-ahead chart
to using unexpected objects as vessels for
flowers and combing local flea markets and
thrift stores for design ideas, Carol offers the
following expert tips, recipes and inspiration
on how to recreate the look.
THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX

“Flowers are always a great way to bring in
color and life to entertaining. I enjoy thinking
of different ways to display flowers and used
my vintage collection of glass decanters. I
love the 1950s blue and purple Jim Beam de-
canters. The colors play off the hand-painted
pottery and plates and add a vintage feel.”
MAKE IT PERSONAL
“Incorporate something fun and interesting
from your personal collection to create a
theme for your event. Go to flea markets
and thrift stores to collect vintage china,
glassware and silver.”

CREATE A THEME
“Tie in a fun signature drink to go with your cuisine to make
a memorable experience for your guests.”
CONSIDER THE TABLE LINENS

“Get creative with linens. They do not have to match. Use
different linens to add color and interest to your table. Think
of alternative options other than napkin rings. You can col-
lect things such as shells, beads or ribbon. I chose colored
ribbon in varying bright shades to tie it all together.”
PLAN AHEAD
“Rather than doing everything last-minute, create a chart
and do a little each day leading up to the party. That way
you can add finishing touches as needed.”
MIX IT UP
“Mix and match. Don’t be afraid to mix old and new. I chose
the new beaded glasses from Pier 1 Imports and mixed them
with a modern, faceted vase I bought at Pavilions and my
collection of vintage decanters. Vintage pieces always add
a wealth of uniqueness and a bring a personal element to
the décor.” ¢

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GARDEN SUPERINTENDENT The South Coast Botanic Garden follows that it won the All-American Rose Selections
TANYA FINNEY AND SENIOR organic gardening practices and keeps their honors in 1965. This is a classic, long-stemmed
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REIKO UCHIDA TACKLE THE Here are their picks: need room for this one.
THORNY ISSUE OF ROSES …
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This grandiflora rose is a bright hot pink! This Another strong performer in our garden, this
AND WHERE TO PLANT. grows into a large, bushy rose with beautiful, rose is a hybrid tea with the fragrance and large
huge flowers. blooms of an old-fashioned rose. The large, pink
The South Coast Botanic Garden’s central flowers on this rose remind us of peonies with
featured rose garden is currently undergo- WALKING ON SUNSHINE AND JULIA CHILD their abundant cut petals.
ing a major renovation. Many of the strongest When looking for a yellow rose, these two
performing roses in the South Bay area will be floribunda roses are sure to please. Both RAINBOW KNOCK OUT
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WRITTEN BY ELIZA KRPOYAN

T hree pairs of brown, pint-sized cowboy
boots rest at the entrance of Casey
Jennings and Kerri Walsh Jennings’
newly built Manhattan Beach home. The
boots belong to their two boys, Joey and Sundance,
and their daughter, Scout. “I have some Western
roots,” explains Casey, who was born in Las Vegas,
Nevada. “My dad is a cowboy still to this day.”
The Jennings’ two-story, five-bedroom home is
adorned in a neutral palette. Throughout most of
the house is a natural, wide-plank wood floor, which
Kerri describes as being as warm as sunshine. The
walls in the entry, hallways and office are accented
with white wainscoting.
In the kitchen, the white ceramic subway tile
backsplash complements Caesarstone countertops.
All the cabinets were custom-built 1¾ inches higher
than normal to comfortably fit the couple’s height
and the family’s lifestyle.
Casey and Kerri prepurchased their home from
builder Jim Obradovich, whose plans were to
develop the house and sell it. When Casey asked if
he could purchase the home in advance, Jim said,
“Money talks.”
“I liked him already,” admits Casey. They met to
discuss building the spec home, and after getting
to know each other, Jim crumpled up the blueprints
and said, “Here’s the architect, here’s me, let’s sit

“It’s all of these
little things that add
up to a feeling of a
loved environment.”

down. What do you guys want?”
Among their list of must-haves was a large living space where the
family can congregate for games, eating and watching movies. One of
the greatest features of this property is the big backyard, where the
family can play soccer, work out and, of course, play volleyball.
“It’s important to have space in life—metaphorically and in reality,”
says Kerri, who grew up on an acreage of land in Saratoga, California.
“Now our kids have a place to go play and explore.”
Another request was a Western-style fence in the front yard and on
the balcony. Jim agreed to the customizations. “It was really nice of him
to let us do that,” Casey says, “because I don’t think that was normal.”
Jim’s wife, Karen, also helped pick out all of the tiles and surfaces. “We
lucked out with good people,” Casey affirms. “Jim and Karen built the
house so, so well,” adds Kerri. “They put in so much heart and integrity.”
Once the foundation was complete, Casey and Kerri enlisted Suzanne
Ascher of Waterleaf Interiors, who has lived in Manhattan Beach for 22
years. Suzanne and her right-hand on the project, Diana Richardson,
went to work on planning every space of the home.
Suzanne’s philosophy with this and every project is to understand
the needs, wants and lifestyle of the clients. Her goal is to bring it to
fruition in a format that makes aesthetic sense, while never compromis-
ing function.
“I’m not interested in the latest trends,” she says. “I’m happiest if a
project is timeless, never hinting its date of birth. There are many factors
that come into play when working in a family’s home. I try to consider
the present architecture, individuals’ wants, taste, lifestyle and any heir-
loom pieces the family may want to honor.”
For the Jennings family home, Suzanne opted for a soft and durable
color scheme including oatmeal linen and shades of grey, white and pale
blue. “We infused more intense color and character with accessories
that are easily interchangeable,” she says.
In the master bedroom hangs a piece of art that spells “happiness”
in jumbled letters—a Christmas gift from Casey to Kerri. Kerri surprised
Casey with a heart embedded in the shower tile.
“It’s all of these little things that add up to a feeling of a loved environ-
ment,” says Kerri. “There’s nothing more important than a family’s home
and the love that’s inside it. The materials inside are just that—they’re
materials—but they signify a lot. That’s the fun part of expressing per-
sonalities and a shared vision.”
Suzanne’s design harmoniously brought together sentimental
pieces with entirely new furniture. “The art that is Western or movie-
oriented reflects what we love—what we love together and what we

love individually,” adds Kerri. “It’s our lifestyle hang- is a silhouetted photo of Casey and two of his
ing on the walls, and it’s in every touch.” brothers. “Every year I take a camping trip with my
Growing up, Casey spent his summers around brothers,” explains Casey, who set up his camera to
horses and cows in northern Nevada where his uncle capture them in the middle of the desert. “Not ev-
had a ranch. Zion, Utah is also a special place for Ca- eryone can make it all of the time. Three of us made
sey. It’s where his father would take him and his four it on this last trip to Zion.”
older brothers camping. It’s also where the movie While collaborating on art, Casey was reminiscing
Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid was filmed. on family photos from the camping trip. The shot of
This is one of Casey and Kerri’s favorite movies and Casey and his brothers caught Suzanne’s eye. “I love
also why they chose the name Sundance for their it! We’ve got to make this work,” she said. In agree-
son. Cool Hand Luke—an original poster of that film ment, Kerri said, “Let’s blow it up!” Suzanne took the
and also another favorite of the couple’s—hangs in photo to Manhattan Beach-based artist Jeff Carson.
the office. The finished product of three men wearing cowboy
Among Kerri’s favorite pieces of art in the house hats hangs to the right of the fireplace.

On the opposite side, an image of a horse’s
face peering through her tousled mane comple-
ments Casey’s photo. “Both these pieces have a
mysterious feeling to them. You don’t realize what
you’re looking at until you look a little deeper,”
says Suzanne.
In reference to the home’s Western inspiration,
Casey says, “It’s all connected. Though the seed
was planted in me when I was a kid, it’s now Kerri
and I and our kids.”
Casey describes his favorite aspect of their home,
saying, “It’s our roots, our careers, our children’s
interests and all of our healthy lifestyles wrapped
into one special place.” ¢

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How long at this current home?
Originally purchased the lot in 2006 when Any special attachments to a piece of art in
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2009 when we had our second son. Tore it A painting by Darren Waterston that my hus-
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smaller! After 18 months of building with Dave
Valenzuela of Lane Design+Build, we moved Neutrals or color for your preferred palette?
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Thanksgiving and Christmas! color … lots of blue and grey accents. I really
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Who else lives here? niture so you can have fun with pillows, rugs
My husband and three sons. and accessories.
How would you describe the style of What should every home have and why?
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Did you employ any help with its Never say never!
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SPARSE IT FEELS but I especially love the living room because it If you could live anywhere else in the world,
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After centuries of Native Americans and cottages of the late 1890s to the 1930s—they’re concurrently creating an interesting linear
European settlers occupying Southern very livable with a quality that says, “You’re on downtown. Redondo is the most suburban
California, single-family homes comprise the permanent vacation!” of the Beach Cities, but things are evolving.
Beach Cities we know today. However, the Manhattan Beach has changed significantly, so
massive influx of people in the 21st century DN: Any structure that incorporates a unique there aren’t many old-school pockets. The big
is causing planning boards, architects and quality of form, space and ambience that question for the Beach Cities can be summed
residents to consider the past and contemplate reflects the functional, technical, social, up by Ogden Nash: “Progress may have been
the future of this high-occupancy area. environmental and aesthetic considerations of all right once, but it went on too long.”
Noted South Bay architects Dean Nota, Doug the place deserves preservation.
Leach, and Keith Johnson and Miles Pritzkat DL: Manhattan Beach and Hermosa are
of Pritzkat & Johnson discuss the issues with What is the proclivity of people toward very similar in aesthetics, with a big influx of
Southbay HOME contributing writer Suzanna historic preservation in the South Bay? beach plantation and contemporary homes—
Cullen Hamilton. particularly near the water. North Redondo still
DN: Redondo Beach has the most aggressive has a fair amount of Mediterranean.
Does the South Bay have an approach to preservation, but there is an
architectural legacy? absence of leadership in the other Beach Cities How about in Palos Verdes? Will those larger
on this issue. In large part residents see their parcels of land mean that some of those homes
Dean Nota: Several architects of distinction properties as investments, and protection will be renovated rather than torn down?
left marks on the South Bay, including John often involves the limitation of property rights.
Blanton, Richard Neutra, Ray Kappe, Michael So that carries financial consequences for DL: Existing homes in P.V. that have
Rotondi and Pritzker Prize-winner Thom property owners. architectural merit are normally preserved and
Mayne. There is a lineage of modernism that is renovated rather than torn down, but smaller
unique to Southern California. DL: Real estate values have skyrocketed so homes built in the ‘50s are likely to be torn
much that building costs are secondary to down and replaced.
Pritzkat & Johnson: Early modernists such land costs. Therefore clients are apt to tear
as R.M. Schindler, Frank Lloyd Wright down existing houses in order to achieve more PJ: Some areas of P.V. have an art jury that
and Cliff May also created South Bay modern amenities and styles. reviews the plans prior to renovation, to ensure
houses that integrated lifestyle with the strict design standards.
environment–a common thread that binds PJ: While Redondo Beach has incentivized
their architectural legacy. historic preservation, little is done to inform DN: With the 2012 destruction of the Moore
owners about specifically what can and cannot Residence designed by renowned mid-century
Doug Leach: South Bay architecture is be done. As a result, it falls on the property architect Lloyd Wright, my impression is that
constantly changing and a cyclical process. owner to determine preservation. there is little appreciation for preservation
Styles get overdone, and clients seek over real estate development economics in P.V.
something fresh and new. Is there an evolution of South Bay architecture and elsewhere in the South Bay. Building code
since the second half of the 20th century? inflation, zoning restrictions and real estate
Are there certain South Bay architectural market conditions dictate that tearing down is
elements that should be preserved? DN: Until the 1980s little quality work was the only logical approach in these economic
constructed in the South Bay, but there’s situations. In the absence of any preservation
PJ: The natural light in the South Bay is been steady improvement in both design and process, it’s teardown time.
magical, so architecture that eliminates barriers construction. Ray Kappe and John Blanton
between indoors and out is preferred. That created terrific architecture, but Blanton’s On the other end of the South Bay, will multi-
said, we have a special place for the best work was destroyed in Manhattan Beach. family housing increase in overcrowded
simple beach Michael Lee and Robert Sweet worked for me Hermosa Beach and Manhattan Beach?
and now produce excellent projects.
PJ: As long as developers can make money
Do you identify different architectural styles doing it, the trend is not going to change.
between the various Beach Cities?
DL: Developers will always opt for the most
PJ: Hermosa Beach has retained its “bohemian” units possible given what the zoning allows.
Beach City past while
DN: There is a crisis in housing affordability and
sustainability, and the single-family, detached
home is outmoded for a sustainable future.
Regional planners, planning commissions and
city councils must unite and guide.

Speaking of affordability,
are your clients considering other
areas as a result of skyrocketing costs? What emphasis is put
on landscaping and outdoor
DN: Hermosa and Redondo are replacing living? rooms is critical to the overall home
Manhattan. design, so we encourage our clients to hire
DL: Outdoor living is a critical component, landscape architects.
PJ: The increasing load of property tax payments but occasionally the landscape suffers, as it’s
based on a purchase price means that a new the last piece of construction, and sometimes Do South Bay residents appreciate quality
homeowner could be paying exorbitant taxes clients run out of money. finishes and interiors as they relate to the
while an older neighbor pays the equivalent of comprehensive whole?
an electric bill. As a result, younger people are PJ: Utilizing exterior spaces and outdoor
taking on fixer-uppers and going smaller.
Do you believe certain styles should be

eliminated from the South Bay vernacular?
DL: Various styles will come and go, but

there has been a movement away from the “An indoor-
outdoor li fest yle
Mediterranean style.
permeates the
DN: Good architecture transcends styles, so
clients seek modern solutions that fit the lot
proportions of the South Bay sites.
PJ: There is always a demand for timeless South Bay, so

features that give
architecture, but the chunky developer-
Mediterranean has gone for good!
On the flip side, what products or features do

you think will stand the test of time? flow and ease
PJ: Houses designed with classic materials and to a residence
will always
quality construction that optimize the features
of the site while also enhancing and nurturing
be valuable
the lifestyle of the inhabitants will endure.
DN: Well-composed, minimal forms and
architectural
spaces that capture a unique aspect of the site
executed with timeless materials will endure.
DL: An indoor-outdoor lifestyle permeates

the South Bay, so features that give flow and
elements.”
— Doug Leach
ease to a residence will always be valuable
architectural elements.

DN: My
clients understand
the value of interior lighting, materials
and furnishings, so I aspire to a collaborative such as ceilings.
approach between architect, owner and design
consultant. PJ: South Bay owners like an open concept
floor plan with maximized views. Providing DL: Very few
PJ: Designers think from the inside out, so we interior air quality is important, so air request LEED certification, but
require our clients to have an interior designer conditioning is now a frequent request. solar panels are a frequent request.
so they end up with the best products. Recent energy codes require an abundance
I sense the move toward “green” building of insulation–something many older homes
Regarding the use of space and features, what in the community. Is LEED certification are lacking.
aspects of a home are important to owners? important to your South Bay clients?
What’s the best advice could you give
DN: Home sites are limited in space, so the DN: Everyone says they want sustainability, someone moving to the South Bay?
open floor plan offers the illusion of space. but few understand the commitment. High-
Subtle methods such as half-walls, level maintenance mechanical and electrical DL: Planning codes are different in each Beach
changes and ceiling height can define rooms, equipment costs, as well as the complexity, City, so pick an architect and contractor who
while quality craftsmanship, materials and inhibit most from engaging. The greenest have vast experience in that city.
space organization drive client priorities. square foot that you build is the square foot
that you don’t build. PJ: Build on the best location you can afford,
DL: Capitalizing on views is important to and understand the regulations of that city.
clients, so the open floor plan accommodates PJ: There are increased costs with green
maximizing volume and views. We now features, and LEED requires certification from DN: Keep it simple and build what you need. ¢
include air conditioning in every home to a third party–something most clients don’t feel
address comfort, air quality and allergies, the need for. However, they are interested in
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“Curated by Alan Hess, this is the fourth scholarly exhibition at the PVAC
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“Organic architecture” is a term coined by Frank Lloyd Wright that
describes his philosophy that “form and function are one.” Tenets of this
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integrated and evolve from the site while also having an interrelated com-
position in both interior and exterior design. As a result, building materials
indigenous to the site area, lines that follow the geography and built-in
furnishings are hallmarks of this design style.
Aaron G. Green was an internationally renowned architect whose career
began as an assistant to Frank Lloyd Wright and continued for more than
60 years while developing a portfolio that included residential, commercial,
industrial, municipal, religious and urban designs. Green was born in Missis-
sippi in 1917 and received his architecture degree from The Cooper Union—a
most prestigious architecture and art school. After working for Wright as an
apprentice in the Taliesin Fellowship, Green continued working with him for
more than 20 years both as an employee and through their joint projects via
Taliesin Associated Architects.
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“THE EMPHASIS IS ON THE
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE
INSIDE AND THE OUTSIDE

AND SOFTENING
THE BORDER.”

designed his own projects separate from those
with Wright. In 1959 he designed the Anderson
Residence in Rancho Palos Verdes, and it remains
a textbook example of organic architecture. With
an emphasis on local materials and embodying a
Japanese aesthetic, the house follows the lines of
the rugged Palos Verdes cliffs.
Remarkably, the house remains in pristine con-
dition—both in terms of architecture and interior
furnishings. Nationally renowned photographer
Maynard Parker took photos of the Anderson
Residence soon after its completion, and those
photos now reside in the permanent collection of
The Huntington Library. When the house was pho-
tographed in 2016 by Lance Gerber, it proved that
very little has changed since the house was built
and it’s been well-preserved.
The sharply gabled roof is anchored by a mas-
sive stone fireplace, while exquisite redwood walls
and cabinetry are constructed to furniture-grade
standards. Dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows offer
spectacular panoramic ocean views. The open
floor plan flows throughout the interior and spills
onto the pool terrace, where the area visually
drops off into the ocean–a fluid creation designed
long before today’s “infinity” pools. The elongated,
pentagon-shaped pool subtly mimics the rooflines
of each wing that frames it.
The interior furnishings of the three-bedroom,
two-bathroom home are minimal in number but
maximal in luxury. Built-in sofas with a pair of strik-
ing Japanese gilt- and paint-decorated screens
above each anchor the living room. The master
bedroom cabinetry is of the same caliber as the
kitchen furniture-grade cabinetry, and both are
plentiful but not distracting from the views. Each
room opens to the outside, so the flow of light and
air is as fluid as the floorplan itself.
“The emphasis is on the relationship between
the inside and the outside and softening the bor-
der,” says Andrews.
As part of annual fundraising, the Palos Verdes
Art Center will raffle the Anderson Residence as
the grand prize of the 2017 Palos Verdes Dream
House Raffle. The sale of 77,000 raffle tickets
permits the PVAC to expand educational and out-
reach programming while also providing architec-
tural and artistic education through the interest
generated about the house.
“The exhibition and raffle are about the empha-
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strives to engage and educate people about all areas of the arts. Exhibition, edu-
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offers a multitude of classes for all ages and ability levels, while the gift shop fea-
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Each year the PVAC strives to bring nationally renowned creators to broad
audiences. The integration of an educational exhibit with a period, authentic home
as a raffle creates a tangible experience that both teaches and engages. The PVAC
has elevated Palos Verdes to new heights with the Aaron G. Green and California
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Coastal
Collaboration
A former Chicago–based
couple seek design help
and reimagine their home
in Manhattan Beach to fit
their every need.
WRITTEN BY JENNIE NUNN

F
or former Chicago residents Mary and Brian
Gaede, a move to warmer weather in a state like
California was always on the wish list. “We kind of
hit the wall on the Chicago weather,” says Mary,
a native of Ann Arbor, Michigan, and managing
director for a middle-market finance firm. “We wanted the
LA weather, but we didn’t want the LA scene.”
But there was one slight problem. They didn’t know where
to begin searching. So Mary looked to the one person she
knew who lived in the area for advice and insight: her cousin,
Erin Hedrick, founder of Erin Hedrick Design.
“We’d never even been to Manhattan Beach and ended up
looking at houses here mainly because Erin lived in Manhat-
tan Beach and recommended it as family-friendly,” recalls
Mary. “Besides Erin and a couple friends of friends, we truly
knew no one here when we moved.”
Using Erin’s recommendation for a Realtor, they flew out
from Chicago one weekend to begin the house hunt. Yet the
Gaedes didn’t anticipate placing a bid on a house the first
weekend they visited the area.
“We saw this house the first day we came out to look and
fell in love with it,” recounts Mary of the 3,750-square-foot,
three-story, four-bedroom home with a wink to Cape Cod-
style architecture. “We especially loved the light in the house
and the open feel with all of the windows and high ceilings.
While we never expected to do so (and are not usually im-
pulsive people), we signed the papers to buy our house on
that visit. It was a scary time, but there’s definitely no looking
back. We’re so happy to be here.”
Although the house was large enough for the couple and
their growing family (they now have three children), it didn’t
exactly fit their design aesthetic. “When we first moved in,
the entire house was painted the same cream color so there
was not much ‘personality’ to the rooms,” explains Mary. “We
lived with it like that for a few years, and we did little things
over time like changing out light fixtures.”
When it came time to enlist help from an interior design-
er, Mary once again called upon Erin, who had previously
worked in the film and as a pastry chef. “Their house was
really the biggest project I had ever done, and it jump-
started my career,” says Erin, who helped reconceive the
fresh, coastal-inspired home gradually, room-by-room, with
new paint, wallpaper, refinished floors, artwork, accessories
and fabrics.
Erin continues, “It was a dream, and I feel very lucky that
I was given the opportunity and that they trusted me. We
have 24 cousins on that side of the family, and our friendship
has definitely grown.”
In the light-filled living room, Erin used some of the

couple’s existing pieces from their home in Chicago, includ- are darker. Mary is kind of traditional, but she likes hints of
ing an all-white painting by artist Sally Ko that hangs above modern. She wanted to keep it coastal and keep every-
the fireplace. They reupholstered a chair from their former thing kid-friendly, playful and sophisticated at the same
home with a custom fabric and added a touch of glam to time. It’s bright and airy, and you feel good when you walk
the space with a pair of tall mercury glass hurrricanes by in. It’s not cluttered, and everything has a purpose.”
Regina Andrew and a metallic suede and hemp area rug by Down the hall in the formal dining room (used primarily
Serena & Lily. for special family gatherings and holidays), eye-popping
“Mary was really wanting it to flow and for all the color hues of coral are juxtaposed with dark wood accents. A
in the house to be consistent and to blend,” says Erin. “For framed, oversized sea fan serves as a focal point above
the walls, we deviated from this one grey shade of paint the sideboard topped with a giant clamshell and planted
in varying strengths, so some rooms are lighter and some with succulents.

The adjacent family room is the “main hub” of the house
for family meals, playtime and relaxing. It features a cabinet
by Oly Studio, a large sea urchin, a group of small prints
by Driftwood Interiors in Australia, and an ikat-patterned
“Adaline” hand-knotted rug by Serena & Lily. A built-in bench
by Coastal Cabinets with pillows in a batik-inspired “Seya”
design by Quadrille acts as storage for toys and games.
“I’ve always loved fabrics, and I’m kind of obsessed with
them,” adds Erin. “I just feel like pillows and the drapery
complete the home. Definitely with pillows—that’s where I
like to layer.”
Upstairs, the resort-like master suite—admittedly one of
Mary’s favorite rooms—is fashioned in soft grey, white, camel
and navy tones, with a shell chandelier by Made Goods,
a bed from Williams Sonoma Home, a rug by Madeline
Weinrib, artwork by local artist Tricia Strickfaden and an
overscale photograph of the Manhattan Beach Pier by local
photographer Bo Bridges. Careful attention to detail was
also carried through each of the children’s rooms, including
whimsical, blue-and-white Pirate wallpaper by Little Choux
and hand-painted artwork by Mary’s friend, Eva Linden.
The backyard, now one of the top hangouts for basket-
ball, entertaining, grilling and watching movies, needed a
complete overhaul. “It was all concrete and had a small patch
of grass, and it was not functional,” says Mary. “The kids
always ended up with scraped knees. It was not very usable.”
To help with the redesign, the Gaedes enlisted the
expertise of landscape architect Rob Jones of Jones Land-
scapes and founder and lead architect Anthony Laney of
Laney LA, Inc.
“It was small, dark, damp and overgrown and didn’t feel
like a spot you wanted to hang out in,” says Anthony, who
spent months designing the outdoor oasis complete with
AstroTurf; a basketball hoop; a built-in bench flanked by two
planters; and a designated seating area with TimberTech
wood composite, a modern fire table, trellis and grilling area
with a Wolf barbecue grill and refrigerator. “The grass was
dead, and the concrete slab isn’t the best for playing on.
What’s so wonderful about the turf is it’s always green, and
it doesn’t need to be watered. We used a synthetic infill that
both holds down the turf and makes it feel dense.”
Now the backyard, outfitted with Restoration Hardware’s
Biscayne Luxe sofa and a pair of Ciel Lounge chairs for
family dinners and get-togethers with friends, is the most
popular “room” in the house. “When you walk back there,
you think, ‘Where did the world go?’” says Anthony.
“Our goal was to create a really comfortable space,”
adds Mary of the final design. “Every inch of our house is
used. I feel very blessed how it all worked out. I can’t imag-
ine ever leaving.” ¢

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DESIGN
SHOWCASES
THE ARCHITECTS THE BUILDERS 168 SARA BALOUGH
DESIGN/FREIGHTHOUSE
130 MICHAEL LEE 150 ARCHER BUILDING SARA BALOUGH
ARCHITECTS, INC. GROUP
MICHAEL LEE BEN ARCHER & MELANIE ARCHER 170 ABOUT:SPACE, LLC
132 PRITZKAT & JOHNSON 152 ZIGRANG 172 EDENLA INTERIORS
ARCHITECTS CONSTRUCTION JAMIE RODDY
MILES PRITZKAT & TIM ZIGRANG
KEITH JOHNSON
THE OUTSIDERS
154 SRL CONSTRUCTION
136 JOSEPH SPIERER STEVE LARKIN
174 JDS OUTDOOR DESIGNS
ARCHITECTS, INC. JEFF STIMPFIG & ANA STIMPFIG
JOSEPH SPIERER 156 RICHARD HAYNES
DEVELOPMENT 176 ENVIROSCAPE LA
134 LANEY LA RICHARD HAYNES
MIKE GARCIA
138 KKC FINE HOMES

KIM KOMICK THE DESIGNERS
158 KATE LESTER

DESIGN/BUILD
INTERIORS
KATE LESTER
140 C&C PARTNERS 160 NORMAN DESIGN

PATRICK CUNNINGHAM &
MICHAEL CUNNINGHAM
GROUP
PHIL NORMAN
142 RAS-A, INC. 162 KCM INTERIORS

KIMBERLY COLLETTI
144 CUSTOM DESIGN &
CONSTRUCTION 164 WATERLEAF INTERIORS
JILL JOHNSON &
146 DENTON SUZANNE ASCHER
DEVELOPMENTS |
DENTON BUILD GROUP 166 VON HEMERT
148 BCI DESIGNS +
INTERIORS
SIA MOZAYANNI, FLOYD ELWELL,
ASSOCIATES SUZY HALL
EDITED BY LAURA WATTS

PHOTOGRAPHED BY SIRI BERTING, SHANE O’DONNELL & LAUREN PRESSEY
SOUTHBAY HOME II 2016 129

»DESIGN SHOWCASE 2017

THE ARCHITECTS
MICHAEL LEE
ARCHITECTS,
INC.
MICHAEL LEE, AIA
2200 Highland Avenue
Manhattan Beach
310-545-5771
info@mleearchitects.com
mleearchitects.com
DESCRIBE THE PROJECT YOU FEATURED. good architecture and all of its various compo-
James Residence: This 3,500-square-foot, nents gives us great satisfaction.
single-family residence sits at the top of the
DESCRIBE THE VERNACULAR OF
historic sand dune that created the Manhattan
YOUR PRACTICE.
Beach Sand Section. This prominent perch gives
We are primarily a custom residential design firm.
the house unusually dramatic views stretching
We specialize in private homes throughout the
from Palos Verdes to Santa Monica, and the four-
LA Basin and Southern California, with some of
level home is designed to maximize those views.
our newer projects being in Newport Beach and
The kitchen, dining and living rooms com-
Santa Barbara County. Our belief in the basics of
prise the “great room” on the top floor, and the
good design enables us to design successfully in a
bedrooms and garage occupy the middle levels.
range of styles. We also do multi-family residential,
In the basement, a “man cave” with a frameless
small commercial and restaurant work, along with
glass wine cellar, a home theater and an outdoor
interior design and construction management.
spa complete the program. A wood-and-steel
Design/build has been a very successful formula
switchback stair connects the four levels around
for us on numerous projects.
a floating fireplace and saltwater aquarium, and
a skin of bleached Cumaru clads the building WHAT MAKES YOUR FIRM UNIQUE IN
in beautiful wood. THIS INDUSTRY?
We look at every project with fresh eyes and
WHAT IS IT ABOUT THIS INDUSTRY THAT
as a chance to design a unique and exciting
CAPTIVATES YOU?
building that will enhance the lives of its inhabit-
Working in architecture is challenging given the
ants. We carry this enthusiasm forward through
huge range of skills and responsibilities that an ar-
the design and construction process, and we work
chitect must take on. However, this is what makes
diligently to assure that our projects exceed our
being an architect so rewarding. An architect
clients’ expectations.
must solve problems in an aesthetic way, engineer
projects cost-effectively, guide them through the WHAT IS THE MOST VALUABLE SERVICE
byzantine municipal approval processes, and then YOU OFFER TO CLIENTS?
coordinate the construction and finishes of those Our belief in good design, and our under-
projects. Having an understanding of all aspects standing of what it takes to create lasting
of the design process and a deep appreciation for quality architecture.

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THE ARCHITECTS
PRITZKAT
& JOHNSON
ARCHITECTS
MILES PRITZKAT &
KEITH JOHNSON
306 Vista del Mar, Suite A
Redondo Beach
310-375-7700
info@pritzkatjohnson.com
pritzkatjohnson.com
DESCRIBE THE FEATURED PROJECT. another contemporary project that just received
This contemporary design is located in the Up- planning department approval from the city of
per Avenues of South Redondo Beach. Because Palos Verdes Estates—another “expansive glass
it was a new construction, we could design the with great views” type of project. We also have
home how the owners requested instead of a project we are working on with developers in
working around existing conditions. Lots of light Manhattan Beach that is under construction that
was essential, so large panes of glass were used has a unique theme to the exterior … pictures
along with an open floor plan. The owner want- will be in an upcoming issue of Southbay HOME
ed a lighter palette for the house, so we decided and our website in the near future.
on stainless steel for the roof and the visible
WHAT IS THE HISTORY OF YOUR COMPANY?
flashing along with a smooth, light stucco and
In 2005, after collaborating at another firm,
natural anodized aluminum doors and windows.
we decided to form our own practice. Our firm
The house was built to entertain! There is a large
consists of two experienced, licensed architects.
roof deck with 360º views of the Pacific, Palos
Both of us are involved in every project in some
Verdes Peninsula and the snow-capped mountains.
capacity from start to finish. We think this is the
TELL US ABOUT YOUR FIRM AND THE best way to maintain the integrity of the design.
SERVICES YOU OFFER. Having been in business for more than 12 years
Pritzkat & Johnson Architects provides clients this summer, we feel we have brought a timeless-
with a high level of design and technical exper- ness of classic architecture to the people in the
tise. We believe each client deserves a unique coastal areas of Southern California and hope to
design solution based on their specific needs. continue to do so for many years to come.
With more than 40 years of architectural experi-
WHAT IS IT ABOUT THIS INDUSTRY THAT
ence, we design distinctly creative yet functional
CAPTIVATES YOU?
spaces that are appropriate to the natural and
When our clients decide to start the design
built environment of Southern California.
process, it signals the beginning of one of the
WHAT ARE SOME OF THE MORE INTERESTING most unique endeavors in the human experi-
PROJECTS YOU ARE WORKING ON? ence: the shaping and customizing of your own
A well-known architect, Cliff May, designed a surroundings. Going on that journey with our
home in Rolling Hills that our clients recently clients by designing and delivering distinguished
moved back into after an extensive remodel. We homes that combine a high level of artistry and
kept true to the original design intent while mak- functionality—no matter the style or scale—is a
ing it more functional for our clients. We have truly gratifying experience.


THE ARCHITECTS
JOSEPH
SPIERER
ARCHITECTS,
INC.
JOSEPH SPIERER
707 Torrance Blvd., Suite 100
Redondo Beach
310-876-8761
joe@calarchitect.com
calarchitect.com
DESCRIBE THE FEATURED PROJECT. DO YOU HAVE A NO-FAIL FORMULA FOR

ADDING A TOUCH OF “COZY” TO HOMES?
Creativity, aethetics and efficiency were key
The current trend in homes is to have large,
in the design of this custom Redondo Beach
wide, open spaces. These spaces can be great
home. Although the site was small, a great deal
for parties or large family gatherings. The down-
of thought and planning went into this design.
side is that if the space is too large and open,
The Cape Cod style feels right at home at the
it can feel cold and cavernous. To remedy this,
beach. Upstairs, four unique bedrooms and
material choices can make the space feel homey
three bathrooms line the perimeter, maximizing
and can help define separate functions. Varying
light. The lowest bedroom ceiling is 11 feet tall,
ceiling heights and using wing walls and col-
which helps create an open feel. By combining
umns can also help create a sense of calm.
the kitchen, dining, family and play rooms, we

have created a great room that spans the entire
RE-THINKING OR BRAND NEW?
length of the home. With 12 large windows, it is
Both are great! Designing within the constraints
bathed in light throughout the day. The details
of an existing home results in interesting
were given individual attention by general con-
design challenges. Meeting these challenges
tractor Archer Building Group.
takes creativity and an ability to rethink the
HOW DOES BEING DETAIL-ORIENTED space. Remodeling an existing house may be
ENHANCE YOUR WORK?
more cost-effective, especially if there are
The details become the most important part
areas that need little renovation. On the oth-
of a design after the initial vision is established.
er hand, ground-up construction has fewer
We pride ourselves on consistently producing
restraints. The sky is the limit when it comes to
a well-detailed set of documents. If properly
style, function, massing and even location. Start-
detailed, the contractors bidding the project will
ing from nothing, we realize our clients’ dreams.
be able to base their pricing on the same scope,
and the client can compare apples to apples. As WHAT IS THE MOST VALUABLE SERVICE YOU
a result, the selected contractor is much more OFFER CLIENTS?
likely to complete the project without an excess The process we call Pre-Design, which occurs
of the dreaded “change order.” The more de- before the pencil even touches the paper. We
tailed the plans, the more smoothly bidding and encourage our clients to approach us during
construction will go, and the better the design escrow or in the very early stages of project
will turn out. discussion. Pre-Design can save clients a great

deal of time and money.

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THE ARCHITECTS
LANEY LA
13110 Hawthorne Blvd. #A, Hawthorne
310-870-7175 | yes@laney.la | laney.la
DESCRIBE THE FEATURED PROJECT. TELL US ABOUT YOUR EDUCATION AND

This young family of five, like many residents CERTIFICATIONS.
in Manhattan Beach, live in their dream home. Anthony Laney graduated summa cum laude
Unfortunately, their backyard was a nightmare. from the University of Southern California. He
It was dark, damp, overgrown and harkened to won 17 commendations and received the Amer-
an era of oversized wicker furniture and cheap, ican Institute of Architects Medal and Studio
flaky stone. Still, they had aspirations of cre- Design Award upon graduation. He quickly
ating an inviting and attractive outdoor living became a licensed architect in California and
space—a private family retreat. So they hired Hawaii and received his NCARB certificate. In
Laney LA and Jones Landscapes to transform addition to leading his studio, Anthony teaches
their space into something special. The Architect’s Sketchbook at USC for graduate
Though the yard is small, it can now host a and undergraduate students.
major party. Guests are drawn to the anchoring
outdoor kitchen, complete with a custom trellis HOW DO YOU ACHIEVE A THOROUGH
as the backdrop. The palette is calm and refined; UNDERSTANDING OF YOUR CLIENTS’
grey limestone pairs perfectly well with the grey NEEDS AND DESIRES?
wood trellis. The heart of the yard is an open fire To truly understand the values of our clients, we
pit with a large stone border, ideal for plates and take a three-pronged approach to the pre-de-
glasses. The limestone slab was cut from a single sign process. First, we lead our clients through a
piece to avoid unsightly seams in the corners. detailed lifestyle interview. Second, we leverage
We specified outdoor furniture from Resto- hand-picked inspiration images to draw out
ration Hardware and styled the space with a our client’s unique taste profile. And lastly, we
bright, textured aesthetic. We installed a special always explore multiple design iterations, espe-
trainers turf, to allow the space to double as a cially during the early stages of design. Our cli-
sports court for the children, who are already ents find this process to be truly enjoyable. More
accomplished athletes. importantly, this effort leads to a home that is
nuanced, thoughtful and deeply personal.
TELL US ABOUT YOUR FIRM AND THE
SERVICES YOU OFFER. WHAT ARE SOME HIGH-TECH TOUCHES
Laney LA aspires to create work that matters. We YOU OFFER?
believe in championing the dreams of our South All our projects can be reviewed in 3-D on our
Bay clients by creating spaces that celebrate their clients’ iPhones and iPads, allowing them to
unique lifestyle. Laney LA is a boutique archi- explore the nuances of different design options
tecture studio dedicated to bringing world-class and have the most current versions at the tip of
design services to the families of the South Bay. their fingers.

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THE BUILDERS
KKC FINE HOMES

KIM KOMICK
3216 Manhattan Ave., Suite E, Hermosa Beach
310-372-6027 | tracy@kkcfinehomes.com | kkcfinehomes.com
DESCRIBE THE FEATURED PROJECT. Construction. I specialize in building luxury beach-

Located in the Sand Section, this project was front homes in Manhattan Beach and Hermosa
designed as a collaboration with Jon Starr and Beach. My father and his brothers started building
myself. Our vision was to create the ultimate beach in the area in the 1950s under the direction of my
life experience. It features beautiful board-formed grandmother. After graduating from college and
concrete walls inside and out, reclaimed wood spending six years working for real estate devel-
inside and out along with brushed aluminum and opers, I started my own construction company
Corten tiles. And as a bonus, this beautiful con- in 1991. Since that time I have built more than 100
temporary home will require little exterior main- homes in the neighborhood. I build both custom
tenance. Inside this home is all about the massive homes for clients and for speculation. I have also
views. The reclaimed wood ceiling in the kitchen built several commercial buildings in the city.
is the perfect contrast to the stark white cabinets. My honesty and integrity have earned great
The whole house is a contrast of the rustic and the respect in the community. In 2015 I was received
modern. The back deck has a full kitchen and the into the hall of fame as a distinguished alumni of
only fireplace. Visit my website for some awesome Mira Costa High School, receiving awards from
drone video by Klein Creative Media.
the California legislator and the county of Los
WHAT ARE YOUR FIRM’S AREAS Angeles for alumni who have used their education
OF EXPERTISE? and experiences to excel in their chosen profes-
I am an expert in coastal construction, primar- sions and make positive contributions to society.
ily building homes in the Sand Section and walk I have worked closely with city staff in shaping
streets. Most of these homes have basements and the city and ensuring that it maintains its beach
three or four floors. Having grown up at the beach lifestyle and identity while creating a modern and
and building homes for more than 20, years our beautiful landscape.
specialty is sharing the beach lifestyle with our cli-
HOW DO YOU INCORPORATE SIMPLICITY
ents—creatively incorporating fun outdoor spaces,
INTO YOUR WORK?
surf storage, showers, rooftop pools and outdoor
There is nothing simple about simplicity. To make
entertainment in a stress-free environment.
a contemporary home look simple and clean takes
TELL US ABOUT YOUR BACKGROUND. hours of precision detailing and planning to offset
I am the sole owner and president of KKC Fine the imperfect nature of constructing a home with
Homes, KKC Development, Inc., and Kim Komick lumber and concrete.


DESIGN/BUILD
C&C PARTNERS
PATRICK CUNNINGHAM, AIA
& MICHAEL CUNNINGHAM
1601 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite #160
Hermosa Beach
310-322-0803
patrick@candcpartners.com
candcpartners.com
DESCRIBE THE FEATURED PROJECT.

that is so important to our clients. Beyond the
This 6,400-square-foot, French country-style
elevated level of service our team provides—
home was designed and built by the brother
as well as increased efficiency, the ability to
team of architect Patrick Cunningham and
focus different minds on the same problem and
general contractor Michael Cunningham.
mutual support—they make it possible for us to
Presenting an old-world stone façade with
concentrate solely on the design and construc-
traditional arched roof dormers and a dis-
tion of our clients’ homes.
tinctive slate hip roof, this chateau-inspired
residence exudes a rustic warmth throughout WHAT ARE YOUR FIRM’S AREAS
its expansive interior. A gothic-style arched OF EXPERTISE?
doorway opens into a high-ceilinged living Architecture. Construction. Landscaping.
room, featuring a large precast stone hearth Interior design. We are an all-inclusive design/
and a sweeping curved staircase with detailed build firm, and our crew of specialists pro-
iron banister. vides expertise in all aspects of planning and
The outsized country kitchen boasts a construction. Committing to the creation of a
family-style island that stretches 18 feet and custom home is a huge undertaking. Our clients
includes a custom-made, 4-foot stone have peace of mind knowing that when they
farmhouse sink with three faucets. Exposed have a question or concern about any part of
dark wood beams, finished concrete floors, the process, they can make one phone call and
hand-made La Cornue range and authentic it will be answered. We keep our eye on the big
wood-burning fireplace complete the room, picture, guiding our clients through each stage
but a detour through the walk-in pantry of development, while our team handles all the
transports you to the second “dirty” kitchen, many details of custom residential construction.
perfect for use during large events.
WHAT IS YOUR #1 MUST-HAVE IN
Additionally, the spacious 12,400-square-
YOUR WORK?
foot lot cradles a large backyard containing a
A structured process. We have developed a
fire pit, built-in barbeque island with pergola,
proven, team-oriented approach to custom
pool with family slide and spa, and a de-
home architecture and construction that has
tached, 575-square-foot guesthouse.
helped us deliver exceptional, one-of-a-kind
WHAT IS THE MOST VALUABLE SERVICE homes, time and time again. Our 15-step de-
YOU OFFER CLIENTS? sign/build process is a seamless system that
Teamwork. We have a dedicated staff of ex- takes our projects from concept to completion
ceptional individuals who are passionate about with minimal complications, allowing us to de-
their jobs and about working together. Though liver on time and on budget repeatedly. When
we are a medium-sized company, our system we all work together as a unit, we can deliver
allows us to offer the services of a much larger something extraordinary that our clients can
operation while retaining the personal touch enjoy for a lifetime.


DESIGN/BUILD
RAS-A, INC.
2507 W. 190th St., Redondo Beach
310-937-1760
ras-a.com
DESCRIBE THE FEATURED PROJECT. dirty. Having a multidisciplinary team of archi-

Located on a long and narrow lot in Manhattan tects, designers and contractors, we are capable
Beach, the solution is a long and slender build- of providing complete services—taking a project
ing that is arranged around a courtyard. Carved from conception through construction.
out of the southern interior side of the lot, the
WHAT IS INTERESTING ABOUT WORKING
courtyard becomes a large outdoor living space,
ON HOMES IN THE BEACH CITIES?
which brings sunlight into the core of the house
We love working on projects in the Beach Cities
and allows the interiors to spill outdoors.
because it is the perfect setting to explore the
The original house, a nondescript stucco box,
relationship of light, space and a connection to
was hand-demolished to the foundations and
the outdoors. Our climate allows us the op-
external framing. Its footprint and silhouette
portunity to create buildings that truly blur the
are recycled into the new design and finished in
boundary between the inside and outside, which
smooth troweled white stucco, which is in sharp
exemplifies California modern living.
contrast to the dark, charred cedar that clads
the new portions of the house. Bricks from an WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE
old patio on the property are repurposed into ARCHITECTURAL STYLE?
an outdoor fireplace and grill. The interiors have Aside from being modernists at heart, we try
concrete flooring, maple stairs, walnut casework not to have any preconceived notions of style
and ceilings of hemlock, which match the sauna. or a particular formal quality when design-
A passive solar design, consisting of operable ing—rather, we define a problem and then
windows and ventilating light wells arranged design a specific solution to that problem. The
to take advantage of constant ocean breezes, end product is a holistic result that relates
keeps the house cool in the summer without the to the project’s site (physical constraints,
need for an A/C unit. A hydronic radiant floor existing structures, zoning, sunlight, etc.), the
system provides clean heat for the house, in- client’s program and the context or locale of
cluding the outdoor patio—allowing year-round the project.
use of the courtyard.
DESCRIBE YOUR CLIENTS.
TELL US ABOUT YOUR FIRM AND THE Our clients tend to have a common creative
SERVICES YOU OFFER. thread and share in our design approach. The
We are a boutique design/build studio that design process really becomes a collaboration
believes in good design and getting our hands influenced by the uniqueness of each client.

PHOTOGRAPHED BY JOHN MOERY PHOTOGRAPHY

DESIGN/BUILD
Custom Design & Construction with Bailey (dog) and Zoe (cat)
CUSTOM 2001 E. Mariposa Avenue
DESIGN & El Segundo

310-815-4815
CONSTRUCTION Info@VisitCustomDesign.com
VisitCustomDesign.com
DESCRIBE THE FEATURED PROJECT. nicely. The rest of the kitchen design fell into
Even though this project is a more traditional place from there.
design style, its light, neutral color palette rep- As the project started coming together and
resents the beach lifestyle of the South Bay. Our our clients were able to visualize their dream,
relationship with this family started when they they trusted us to add the adjacent bathroom
attended one of our complimentary educational remodel as a finishing touch. In keeping with our
seminars to learn more about the design / build light and warm palette, we selected ocean blue
approach to remodeling. They were looking travertine for the floor and installed a comple-
to add on to their south Redondo home in a mentary tile wainscot comprised of hand-made
manner that would allow for seamless transition ceramic crackle tile accented with Lunada Bay
between their indoor and outdoor space. Selenium Silk blend glass mosaic tile. However,
Our homeowners wanted something that felt the piéce de résistance is the frameless shower
light and warm, and they were looking to open up enclosure with a wave-cut top.
their floor plan. We wanted to design around the
existing, beautiful, hand-painted cove molding
SERVICES YOU OFFER.
but still give the home a completely new look. We
Custom Design & Construction’s design / build
started with the accordion doors, allowing their
philosophy encompasses every aspect of a home
yard to be a picturesque backdrop. We used a
remodeling project. We combine architecture,
composite decking material that gives you the
engineering, interior design, project management
feel of natural wood without the maintenance.
and financing into a coherent whole. Because we
The kitchen is the heart of the home to this
design what we build and build what we design,
family. They wanted a space that was elegant,
Custom Design & Construction delivers unsur-
warm and clean—a place to host Sunday bar-
passed value—job after job, time after time.
becues. The island countertop is natural quartz
called Corteccia Leather Slab—a lively cream WHAT IS THE MOST VALUABLE SERVICE
and blue green quartzite with striking linear YOU OFFER CLIENTS?
striation. The leathered finish presents a unique One of the largest differentiators between us and
texture while retaining the stone’s natural color. the other design / build firms in the South Bay is
We selected a polished slab of Madre Perla—a that we are able to offer in-house financing. Many
classic natural quartzite—for countertops. Not of our clients have found this to be beneficial as
only are the colors complementary, but the oftentimes it allows them to complete their entire
leather and polished textures play off each other project at once instead of in phases.


DESIGN/BUILD
DENTON
DEVELOPMENTS
| DENTON
BUILD GROUP
KEVIN LANG
562 Meyer Lane
Redondo Beach
310-776-5939
kevin@dentondevelopments.com
dentondevelopments.com
DESCRIBE THE FEATURED PROJECT. trust, providing timelines that strictly corre-
This home is one of a two-unit development spond to payment schedules so our clients
in South Redondo Beach with views of the can anticipate the next milestones in their
ocean, the Queen Palms of the Avenues and home’s completion and always see the end
a view of the Palos Verdes Peninsula. These in sight. Forming strong relationships with
reverse floor plan dwellings were consciously architects, planning departments, engineers
designed and built to make the interiors feel and subcontractors allows us to preemptive-
spacious yet intimate. It was important to lay ly seek solutions to obstacles before they
out the rooms in a way that made moving become problems. Building a custom home
around the home feel instinctive and relaxed, is like buying a luxury car; you want to enjoy
which can sometimes be a challenge with spending all that money instead of stressing
three levels. out about it.
The goal of the finish selections was to
WHAT ARE YOUR FIRM’S AREAS
blend the simple elegance of modern design
OF EXPERTISE?
with the coastal influence of the location. The
We specialize in the complex. We bring a
polished gold kitchen finishes, walnut dove-
harmonious process to construction that is
tailed drawer boxes and carefully curated
commanding and conclusive.
tile selections established the detailed look,
while the technology we installed completed HOW MUCH WILL IT COST TO BUILD
the sensory experience. Crestron systems MY HOUSE?
throughout control shades, audio, lights, This is our favorite question. If someone gives
alarms and security cameras. We are extreme- you a concrete answer right away, be skepti-
ly pleased with how this build came together. cal. There are a lot of variables in arriving at a
price. The main components are lot location,
architectural design and quality of finishes.
SERVICES YOU OFFER.
Accurate and honest estimating is the most
We are a full-service construction and real
estate development firm. This company was important thing in construction. The final
established and has evolved from a love of price is why we do so much preparatory leg-
materials, formation and invention. We are work before hand.
fascinated by new technology in the building As an owner, you may consider having your
sector and are always interested in providing contractor involved as early as your architect.
our client with the most up-to-date options. A contractor will keep an eye on the budget
Most important are our clients. When we and will be able to give you a running estimate
started out, we wanted to streamline the con- of the construction timeline and let you know
struction process and make building a home how minor architectural adjustments can drasti-
fun for our clients. We do that by establishing cally affect budget and timeline.

PHOTOGRAPHED BY NALALIA KNEZEVIC PHOTOGRAPHY

DESIGN/BUILD
L to R: Frank Klutka, Malinee Bea Ettinger, Steva Nikolic,

Shelley Hudson, Igor Micic, Sal Kaddorah, & Omar Al-Darraji
BCI DESIGNS + 312 S. Catalina Avenue, Suite A, Redondo Beach
ASSOCIATES 310-902-2774 | Malinee@bcidesignsinc.com

BCidesignsinc.com
DESCRIBE THE FEATURED PROJECT. TELL US ABOUT YOUR FIRM AND THE
This is our new “HOME”—our studio. When SERVICES YOU OFFER.
we all decided to come together to form BCi We offer a holistic approach to our clients.
Designs + Asssociates, we all agreed that we When you walk through our doors you’ll find a
wanted to create a space that would showcase designer, an engineer, a general contractor, a
our work and invite people into a world of pos- project manager, subcontractors and an interior
sibilities and hopefully inspire people to unleash designer all under one roof. We’re a real team,
their own imagination. The studio is an example and there’s really no aspect of any job that can’t
of the process. This began with our imagination, be done by our team.
was brought to life by the hands of our build WHAT MAKES YOU AN EXPERT IN
team and was personalized by the people within YOUR INDUSTRY?
the walls of the space. We feel that it’s a com- Someone once told me, “Experts are expert at
plete and cohesive vision sprinkled by the ideas telling you how things have been done—they are
that inspired it. It takes you outside the ordinary. not experts in telling you how to do things dif-
HOW DO YOU INCORPORATE SIMPLICITY ferently than what’s been done in the past. That
INTO YOUR WORK? really made me reflect on our roles as designers
Oftentimes people mistake simplicity for plain. and builders. So we try not to be experts in what
I see it more as being natural. So when I’m we do. Instead we listen to our clients, let them
designing, I try to implement things that look tell us what their dreams, ideas and frustrations
and feel natural. The most beautiful and simple are. From there we lend them our experience
colors, interactions and structure can be found and insights so that together we can create the
in nature. best possible home and spaces for our clients.
Between the team, we have more than 100 years
WHAT IS THE MOST VALUABLE SERVICE
of experience in the industry.
YOU OFFER CLIENTS?
A true collaboration from start to finish: design, WHAT’S YOUR #1 MUST-HAVE IN
planning, engineering, building, all the way YOUR WORK?
through to finishes and furniture selection. Balance.

PHOTOGRAPHED BY WELDON BREWSTER

DESIGN/BUILD
THE BUILDERS
ARCHER BUILDING GROUP

BEN ARCHER & MELANIE ARCHER
707 Torrance Blvd, Ste 100, Redondo Beach | 310-602-1492
ben@archerbuilding.com | archerbuilding.com
TELL US ABOUT THE PROJECT. the complex engineering makes it a very exciting
This Redondo Beach home remodel included an en- and challenging build. We’re also finishing up a
tirely new kitchen, living room, dining area, outdoor commercial tenant improvement in North Torrance
deck, patio, pool, waterfall and complete exterior consisting of approximately 8,200 square feet of a
face-lift. Our client wanted an indoor/outdoor living cosmetics office, warehouse, breakrooms and re-
space for their growing family, complete with stack- strooms. This project has a cool, modern, industrial
able doors and a “spool”—a pool large enough to feel, and we’re thrilled with the outcome. Another
accommodate a cannon ball with the features of a project we’re working on is a Redondo Beach home
spa. We worked with Dannielle Albrecht Designs to remodel that took the entire house down to the
create a peaceful and functional space. We love this studs. It will be a beautiful home for a beautiful
final product! family. We also are just finishing up two large home
remodels on the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Stay tuned
DESCRIBE YOUR FIRM. for photos in upcoming South Bay HOME issues!
We are a local, family-owned company based in
Redondo Beach with a professional, experienced WHAT IS THE MOST VALUABLE QUALITY
crew of superintendents, project managers and YOU OFFER CLIENTS?
assistants. We pride ourselves on excellent Organization. Construction is a very complex
management of our subcontractors and trades- process and requires forethought, organization
people to build the best product available. We and endless multitasking. Our cloud-based system
really shine in new construction and large residen- allows all of our employees, vendors and clients to
tial remodels where our communication, organiza- access job information wherever they are. They can
tion and big-picture thinking has an opportunity review schedules, documents and photos related
to take hold. We also handle mid-sized tenant to their project immediately. Clients are constantly
improvements, particularly office spaces that wowed by our high level of detail from the moment
recreate a homey feel. they see our clear, detailed bid.
ARE YOU CURRENTLY WORKING ON WHAT’S YOUR #1 MUST-HAVE IN YOUR WORK?

OTHER PROJECTS? Without question, the Archer Building Team is our
One of our current projects is a new 4,600-square- #1 must-have. When a client hires us, they hire not
foot custom home in the Portuguese Bend area only Ben and Melanie, but they also hire our project
of Palos Verdes. This area was previously deemed managers, superintendents and our assistants. We
“unbuildable” by the city due to the constant shift- are a team through and though; we pride ourselves
ing and settling of the soil. The amount of concrete on communicating with each other as much as we
and steel we poured into the earth combined with pride ourselves on our communication with clients.


THE BUILDERS
ZIGRANG
CONSTRUCTION
TIM ZIGRANG
2550 A Via Tejon
Palos Verdes Estates
310-375-3626
timzigrang@gmail.com
zigrangconstruction.com
DESCRIBE THE FEATURED PROJECT. TELL US ABOUT SOME OTHER PROPERTIES

The project is a total remodel of a mid-century YOU’RE CURRENTLY WORKING ON.
home that was built in 1960 and occupied by We are very multidimensional. Today we were
the original owners until 2015. It also happens working on a large home in Manhattan Beach
to be my own home. My wife and I were very that is a traditional coastal home, a Spanish
excited to purchase this property, as there were home near Torrance Beach, a Tuscan house
multiple offers. We assured the former owner we overlooking Trump Golf Course and a modern
would get the great “bones” this home had but home in Palos Verdes Estates. We have experi-
bring it into the future as far as design, comfort ence in all type of architecture.
and efficiency.
WHEN DID YOU START YOUR BUSINESS IN
The house was stripped to the studs, the
THE SOUTH BAY?
kitchen enlarged, rooms rearranged and all new
I started my company in 1981 while a business
finishes installed. A pool and other outdoor
student at USC. Doing small jobs through
spaces were added to a once overgrown yard.
college helped pay for tuition. After school I
The end result is what we call “Palm Springs
worked in the private sector for a few years, but
glam!” It’s a fun space that makes you feel like
I always yearned to be working for myself doing
you’re on vacation every time you come home.
something creative. In 1988 I started Zigrang
TELL US ABOUT YOUR FIRM AND THE Construction by myself. Over the years as we
SERVICES YOU OFFER. grew, we took on more and more employees.
We primarily are a construction company, but Some of these employees have been with us for
we help clients create a team by recommending more than 25 years.
architects or designers who will fit well with the We are proud that we have created an envi-
owners’ desires. With a team approach, we can ronment where our employees care about how
better manage costs, schedule and desires for projects are run and completed as much as I do.
our clients. We also have many of the needed We believe each project is special, and these
trades in-house, so there is no need to wait for a buildings are going to be around for a long time
subcontractor to have an opening in their sched- with my name attached.
ule to get to our job.

PHOTOGRAPHED BY DANIEL EMILIO MACHUCA

THE BUILDERS
SRL CONSTRUCTION
STEVE LARKIN
643 Cypress Ave., Hermosa Beach
310-505-6541 | info@SRL-construction.com | srl-construction.com
DESCRIBE THE FEATURED PROJECT. The backyard is accessible from the entire east
Behind the private gates of Rolling Hills, Sad- side of the house, no matter which room or area
dleback is a contemporary take on the ranch you are in. There is a grassy yard for their dogs,
house. The design of the home echoes the a bright blue pool with stunning views, horse
owners’ Brazilian roots and modern aesthetic. stables and corral area. The owners took advan-
Located on over an acre of land with panoramic tage of the detached guest quarters above the
ocean views from Malibu to the Port of Los An- stables by making it into a home office.
geles, this home is stunning.
Upon entering the home you feel the warmth
SERVICES YOU OFFER.
of the sunlight coming through the Hope’s steel
We are a full-service general contractor provid-
sliding door system. The living area has ma-
ing turnkey operations. A South Bay resident
hogany tongue-and-groove high ceilings, and
since 1971, owner Steve Larkin has great insight
you are naturally led to the patio, backyard and
into the unique and modern beach lifestyle that
pool. The transition from the wide plank white
is sought after here. Steve has a genuine con-
French oak floors to the exterior California
nection with each client and project. His atten-
limestone is perfection for the open concept of
tion to detail, work ethic and relationship with
this home.
other trades is unparalleled.
Equipped with two kitchens—a modern
American and a Brazilian—both are pieces of WHAT IS THE MOST VALUABLE SERVICE
art. The sleek, modern kitchen is equipped YOU OFFER CLIENTS?
with an Island wrapped in quartzite slab with Steve’s insight after 20 years in the industry is
a custom wood bar accent. The stainless-steel the most valuable service we offer. Working
appliances and natural stone floors complete in the Beach Cities typically confines one to a
the modern vision. The Brazilian kitchen is limited footprint. The current trend of an open
equipped with a French La Cornue range and floor plan in the modern home increases the dif-
pizza oven. The tile floor is a fun mosaic pattern ficulty of the build by the beach. There are ever
breathing life into this contemporary take on a increasing structural requirements, new energy
traditional Brazilian cozinha. codes and other nuances that are simplified by
Down the floating staircase, the basement having Steve as your general contractor. His
level is dedicated to entertaining with a wine approach is hands-on, proactive and he always
cellar, bar, home theatre, gym, attached spa with finds creative solutions that lead to a more ef-
soaking tub, dry sauna and treatment room. ficient, high-quality build.

THE BUILDERS
RICHARD
HAYNES
DEVELOPMENT
RICHARD HAYNES
2615 Pacific Coast Hwy., Suite 100
Hermosa Beach
310-379-1724
rhaynes@elwoodcapital.com
ElwoodCapital.com
DESCRIBE THE FEATURED PROJECT. TELL US ABOUT YOUR OWN HOME!

This contemporary home project was a 2,000- I do not own a home! Since I am a full-time real
square-foot Manhattan Beach beauty. Our main estate investor, I analyze everything in numbers.
focus was to showcase the stunning views of the Turns out, the cost-benefit analysis says it is better
Pacific Ocean and iconic Manhattan Beach pier. to be a renter in the South Bay and own income
The home is meant to be an escape allowing the property throughout Los Angeles. So I am a
homeowner to really connect with the beach and tenant paying rent in Hermosa Beach, and I am
quaint downtown Manhattan Beach, offering a a landlord who owns income property in Los
seamless indoor/outdoor lifestyle. The 25 feet Angeles and the South Bay.
of bi-fold doors and glass-filled top floor are the
highlights of the home. It is really unlike anything DO YOU SEE YOURSELF AS AN ARTIST?
else in the heart of Downtown MB. By no means am I an artist, but the description
given to poker’s no-limit Texas Hold’em being
WHAT STORY DOES THIS SPACE TELL? an art and a science really resonates with me
This home was built to park your car on a Friday (players need to know the numbers/odds
afternoon and throw away the keys. The location along with reading their opponents). My job
and home truly embraces the South Bay lifestyle is to constantly judge the artistry of a home
of walking to the beach, restaurants and enter- in the form of costs to deliver the highest
tainment. You have everything you need within possible returns to our investors in the form of
a 10-minute walk, being in the heart of the city’s resale value and managed expenses.
Sand Section.
TELL US ABOUT SOME OTHER PROPERTIES
TELL US ABOUT YOUR FIRM AND THE YOU’RE CURRENTLY WORKING ON.
SERVICES YOU OFFER. Town homes in the Manhattan Beach Sand
Our services allow for local South Bay investors to Section and a new day care center in South
diversify their portfolios into real estate develop- Los Angeles.
ment—more specifically, real estate in their own
backyard that is familiar and an investment they VINTAGE OR BRAND NEW?
can easily understand. As we earn their trust Vintage. You just can’t recreate timeless homes
here in the South Bay, it allows us to take them with charm.
to locations all over Los Angeles to earn the best
risk-adjusted returns during each real estate cycle.

PHOTOGRAPHED BY AMY BARTLAM

THE DESIGNERS
KATE LESTER
INTERIORS
KATE LESTER
2212 Pacific Coast Hwy.
Hermosa Beach
310-316-3167
info@katelesterinteriors.com
katelesterinteriors.com
DESCRIBE THE FEATURED PROJECT.

challenging) things about creating spaces in the
This project is a Mediterranean-style home in
Beach Cities is that people really want a home
Manhattan Beach. It was custom-built more than
they can LIVE in. They want a home that is luxu-
15 years ago, so the finishes felt dark and a little
rious and unique but also want materials, fabrics
dated. We knew we needed to give the home a
and furniture that will enable them to enjoy an
more current and fresh California Spanish feel
active, coastal lifestyle with their families and
throughout. The end result was a “Spanifor-
pets. At KLI we provide our clients with “livable
nia” look showcasing bright walls, lighter wood
luxury,” and oftentimes this means our gorgeous
finishes and pops of color via curated vintage
designs holding up to sand, sun and lots of fam-
textiles and rugs.
ily entertaining indoors and out!
TELL US ABOUT YOUR FIRM.
HOW DO YOU DISTINGUISH YOURSELF
Kate Lester Interiors is a completely full-service
FROM THE COMPETITION?
interior design firm. We specialize in custom
We believe that spaces can be functional and
home design and are involved in the design/
luxurious. We strive to put our clients first. We
build process from framing to furniture instal-
answer the phone, return emails and visit the job
lation. Our architectural and construction
site. We practice fiscal responsibility and stay
knowledge enables us to work seamlessly with
true to our budgeting. By doing this, we build
all trades and has helped create a brand that is
trust. We are good stewards of time and money
synonymous with luxury, comfort and a direct
throughout the design/build process. Most
reflection of every client.
importantly, we work hard to create a lasting,
HOW LONG HAVE YOU WORKED IN THE positive experience for our clients and a home
DESIGN INDUSTRY? they will enjoy for years to come.
Twelve years ago, after leaving a job in finance, I
WHAT’S NEXT FOR KATE LESTER INTERIORS?
started my journey in interior design. I branched
Brick-and-mortar. This summer we will intro-
out on my own and opened Kate Lester Inte-
duce our retail brand, Kate Lester Home, as
riors in 2010 in Redondo Beach, and have had
well opening our first store in Hermosa Beach.
projects featured in Ocean Home, DailyCandy,
The store will be filled with curated finds and
Romantic Homes, Unique Homes, Kitchens &
bespoke items, as well as the Kate Lester Home
Baths, Southbay HOME and many others.
line of furniture, pillows, rugs, art and acces-
WHAT IS INTERESTING ABOUT WORKING sories. Check our website and social media for
ON HOMES IN THE BEACH CITIES? grand opening details and more information
One of the most interesting (and sometimes regarding the furniture collection.

PROJECT PHOTOGRAPHED BY GREY CRAWFORD

THE DESIGNERS
NORMAN
DESIGN GROUP
PHIL NORMAN, ASID, CID
24540 Hawthorne Blvd., Torrance
310-378-1111 | phil@normandesigngroup.com
normandesigngroup.com
DESCRIBE THE FEATURED PROJECT. FROM WHAT SOURCES DO YOU DERIVE

We were lucky enough to be brought into this CREATIVE INSPIRATION?
project from the ground up. It is a fantastic Our clients bring us some extraordinary proj-
home that demonstrates our firm’s ability to ects, so it is hard not to be inspired by these
design a project from start to finish. The clients journeys, by our clients. I work very hard to stay
travel the Pacific Rim and Europe extensively inspired and to keep my staff inspired. I read
and wanted a sophisticated, classic and cosmo- trade magazines, travel, visit unique buildings,
politan feel. We achieved this look by working in look at my colleagues’ work and have a huge
a mix of materials such as honed black marbles, passion for design. I’ve been a designer for more
Calcutta marbles, polished chrome, warm wal- than 20 years, but I still wake up every morn-
nut woods and dry brush glazes to add softness. ing passionate about what our firm is working
The furnishings were done in our signature style on and the possibilities that we can do better,
of mixing styles and periods, resulting in a very not settle and be more creative. I have a great
unique interior. creative staff and wonderful design library to
motivate me each day.
TELL US ABOUT YOUR AESTHETIC.
We have a classic design aesthetic that pays WHAT TAKES A KITCHEN OR BATH FROM
particular attention to interior architectural de- ORDINARY TO EXTRAORDINARY?
tails. Understanding the interior architecture of a Having a successful plan is a must, followed by
home, along with its key interior decorating fea- superior finishes, great fixtures and researched
tures, is a critical component to our approach. I appliances. I really like sitting down and writing
don’t have a particular look because I really do exactly how you see yourself feeling when in
enjoy being inspired by my clients. It seems that the kitchen and the bathroom. Proper lighting is
each client that partners with our firm speaks crucial—don’t be afraid to splurge on the right
a new design language. I believe the outcome decorative lighting, because it can make all the
should hold a reflection of the client but pack- difference in the project. To invest in luxury is to
aged in a way that pushes them out of their invest in things that will give you happiness in
comfort zone. I don’t use a lot of bold colors but years to come. Design is a not an overnight pro-
trend toward softer, soothing colors that have a cess, and when done right it can be consuming
calming effect. I think after all of our crazy days, and sometimes complicated. The key is not to
we want to come home to a home that wraps settle for just safe. Make it unique and a reflec-
itself around us in a calming way! tion of your lifestyle.


THE DESIGNERS
KIMBERLY & LUNA
KCM INTERIORS
KIMBERLY COLLETTI
715 S. Pacific Coast Highway Redondo Beach
310-735-1991 | kc@kimberlycolletti.com | kimberlycolletti.com
DESCRIBE THE FEATURED PROJECT. many needs required. You want the lighting to
A kitchen always seems to be the heart of the create a peaceful and relaxing environment.
home. This is true for the family living in this resi-
WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE SOLUTION FOR A
dence. It is an active hub, and the sizable island BIG, BLANK WALL SPACE?
is perfect for gathering, serving and dining. The Art can make such an incredible impact. There
adjacent dining table is incorporated around a are so many unique ways of adding interest
built-in bench that can comfortably seat six or
to an otherwise bland area. Family photos all
more. The color palette is light with soft greys
framed and matted identically can make a bold
and white, and it has European oak floors that
impact of symmetry and style. You can also go
warm the airy kitchen.
with an art gallery effect by combining many
VINTAGE OR BRAND NEW? different styles of paintings with various frames.
I like both! I am currently renovating a vintage If you have depth walls can be dressed with
Airstream. The body will stand true to the shelves, and then artifacts of similar content
original design; however, the interiors will be can also be very interesting. Paint, of course, is
very modern with state-of-the art technology. a very easy and cost-effective solution to create
High-gloss cabinetry and ultra-suede ceilings interest that can be either subtle or bold.
will create a very chic interior. WHAT’S YOUR #1 MUST-HAVE IN
WHAT’S KEY TO ADDING SERENITY TO A YOUR WORK?
MASTER BEDROOM? Luna, my canine wonder dog. Music is always
Lighting is so important. You want to layer the on, and popcorn will always be in the pantry. My
lighting so it can function with the many moods children will pop in and out on occasion, as well
and directives of the space. A master suite as Nicole’s children. We have been known to halt
should evoke comfort, safety, serenity and ro- everything for a 30-minute game of HedBanz.
mance. To achieve this you need to incorporate Now that spring is almost here, a ping-pong
ambient lighting (your general lighting) to light table is great for brainstorming and a fun social
up your entire room; accent lighting to feature outlet for the entire team. It is very important
special art pieces and items you may want to to me to bring some of the elements I have at
showcase; and task lighting, which will make it home into the workplace. It helps creativity
easy for reading and writing. The most effective thrive and keeps the balance of work and family
plan incorporates all of the above to meet the in place.


THE DESIGNERS
WATERLEAF
1210 Morningside Drive, Metlox Plaza
Manhattan Beach
JILL JOHNSON &
INTERIORS
310-545-7539 | info@waterleafinteriors.com
SUZANNE ASCHER waterleafinteriors.com
DESCRIBE THE FEATURED PROJECT. hands-on approach assures that all endeavors TELL US ABOUT YOUR DESIGN TEAM
Our featured project is a coastal Craftsman- are perfectly executed and the goals of each We have a very talented group of individuals work-
style home in Palos Verdes Estates with a sleek client are met. ing together at Waterleaf, all trained and educated
transitional interior. Both husband and wife in the field of design. Our team brings a terrific
WHAT SETS YOU APART FROM
are physicians and have very busy lives with sense of style and energy to each and every proj-
OTHER DESIGNERS?
three young boys and a love for entertaining. ect. Our designers include owners Jill Johnson and
Having a retail store connected to our design
Their furniture is sophisticated yet comfortable, Suzanne Ascher and five designers and assistants
studio is so beneficial to our clients. Time
functional and luxurious. The palette throughout as well as back office support staff. We believe that
and again, our clients tell us how helpful it is
the home is neutral with pops of color that work every project is a priority and are honored to be
to be able to see and experience what we’re
seamlessly together. trusted as artists in our clients’ homes.
envisioning for them. Also, since we’ve been in
TELL US ABOUT YOUR FIRM AND our Metlox location for 11 years, we’ve estab- WHAT DO CLIENTS IN THE BEACH CITIES
THE SERVICES YOU OFFER. lished strong relationships with vendors who WANT FOR THEIR HOME?
Waterleaf Interiors is a full-service interior show us all the latest finds in furniture, wall- Many of our Beach Cities clients come to
design firm. We specialize in residential design paper, lighting, bedding and more on a daily Waterleaf for our expertise in creating the
and collaborate seamlessly with architects and basis. Our newly remodeled studio allows us to California coastal look—a casual yet luxurious
all trades—from the design/build process to have samples of everything at our fingertips— style that meets the needs of their busy lives.
furniture installation. We have completed proj- tile, wood flooring, hardware, finishes and every We work with our clients to make every space
ects ranging from homes along the California possible fabric you could ever imagine. Having beautiful, functional, comfortable and durable.
coast to a penthouse in Singapore and a yacht everything under one roof cuts down on time Space is so limited in our area, so we take the
in Puerto Vallarta. Whether the project is one in sourcing and allows our clients to relax and time to get to know how they truly plan to live in
room or an entire home from the ground up, our focus on their projects. their homes and design efficiently for them.


THE DESIGNERS
VON HEMERT
INTERIORS
SIA MOZAYANNI,
FLOYD ELWELL, SUZY HALL
23649 Hawthorne Blvd.
Torrance
310-373-0442
info@vonhemertinteriors.com
vonhemertinteriors.com
DESCRIBE THE FEATURED PROJECT. WHAT ARE YOUR AREAS OF EXPERTISE?

Sia’s clients purchased their home on a very von Hemert Interiors is a fourth-generation
quiet lot adjacent to a golf course. One of the family business. Our longevity has enabled us to
features of the house they found attractive was have unique relationships with artists and high-
the large living room. They have a big family and end furniture brands. We are proud of having a
like to entertain. Her challenge was to have for- team that can take small or large projects from
mal yet comfortable seating for 17 guests after its inception to completion. Our designers are
dinner. She also wanted to incorporate a few professionals who understand the importance
pieces of furniture that her husband couldn’t of being detail-oriented. They know a finished
part with. When she came to see Sia, the client room has many layers, and they pay as much
was overwhelmed with the thought of the room. attention to the scale, balance, color, art and
She wanted to have an aesthetically pleasing accessories as they do to the furniture.
room—yet functional. After interviewing her
TELL US ABOUT YOUR COMPANY’S FOCUS.
clients, Sia had a clear vision of what they want-
The main focus of von Hemert Interiors is to of-
ed for the room. The result is a formal and warm
fer high-end quality home furnishings, window
space that has several cozy seating arrange-
treatments, wall coverings, accessories and
ments, and the overall look and feel is inviting
interior design services. Clients’ needs vary
for the entire family to enjoy for years to come.
from needing to furnish an entire house to those
Sia’s clients and their guests absolutely love it.
seeking that one perfect piece. Our goal is to
WHAT DISTINGUISHES YOU FROM offer comfortable and beautiful furnishings that,
THE COMPETITION? while up-to-date, are classic and timeless.
The trust people have in our firm. It is also the
WHAT IS ON THE HORIZON FOR YOUR FIRM?
almost 100 years of combined experience,
Growth. We understand our clients have a
quality home furnishings and skilled designers.
choice, and there are many products to choose
We travel to Italy and bring back bespoke, hand-
from. We pay close attention to what people
crafted Italian furniture. We also carry a selec-
need and look for in new furnishings. We are
tion of upscale domestic brands. Our designers
proud of our own line of green, handcrafted
are professionals who believe in the art of living
furniture: Compass Pointe.
comfortably and beautifully. They act as von
Hemert Interiors ambassadors who make sure
their clients get the very best furnishings and
personalized service. We understand that
quality and integrity matter to our clients.

PHOTOGRAPHED BY ELLEN SMILER

THE DESIGNERS
SARA BALOUGH
DESIGN/
FREIGHTHOUSE
SARA BALOUGH
2801 Pacific Coast Highway
Torrance
310-251-1968
sarabalough@gmail.com
sarabaloughdesign.com
DESCRIBE THE FEATURED PROJECT. way with the beautiful embroidered sheers from
This wonderful ranch in Santa Barbara is a sec- Cowtan & Tout. Further softness was added with
ond home and weekend getaway for the clients. Murano glass lamps and handmade parchment
Located amongst waving meadows, the prop- shades that had etched silver leafing. The bed
erty is surrounded by vineyards with mountains is high and layered with textiles, which add to
overlooking in the distance. Roses abound and the richness of the room while maintaining the
birds chirp at this idyllic compound comprised softness and neutral palette we wanted.
of multiple guest quarters and entertaining ven-
ues. Our goal was to make a comfortable, stylish
SERVICES YOU OFFER.
interior while integrating family antiques with
At Sara Balough Designs and Freighthouse, we
the books, porcelains and paintings collected by
strive to bring up-to-date design to meet our
this passionate couple.
clients’ goals—whether it is a kitchen remodel,
WHAT MADE THIS PROJECT PARTICULARLY condo expansion or whole house makeover. We
INTERESTING TO YOU AS A DESIGNER? respond to the clients’ wishes and vision and
First, of course, the challenge of an out-of-town pride ourselves in versatility. Sara’s showroom,
location limits access for walk-throughs and Freighthouse, offers access to previously owned,
second-guessing. Sara did the bulk of her work high-quality and interesting goods.
after only two visits. Secondly, the client had
VINTAGE OR BRAND NEW?
very real and specific desires to be met. Many
Vintage is the new black—haven’t you heard??
family antiques had to find a home. In the end,
Vintage works into a contemporary interior to
the sophistication and taste of this integration
add the contrast that makes things interesting.
is reflected in each room. As Sara says, “A
For most people, vintage adds a sense of history
beautiful interior is always the result of a
and warmth that evokes feelings of home. Vin-
happy collaboration.”
tage doesn’t mean dusty, old or cheap anymore.
WHAT’S KEY TO ADDING SERENITY TO A It adds fun, funk, character and personality—
MASTER BEDROOM? check it out at our new Freighthouse location.
We kept color to a minimum in the master
WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE SOLUTION FOR
because we wanted that incredible Dan
A BIG, BLANK WALL SPACE?
Pinkham painting to carry the room. Softness
A fabulous painting from the California Art Club
and serenity come from the use of fabrics
or Chase Langford will solve just about any wall
and colors. We chose a super-fine wool from
problem.
Donghia for the drapes in the master bedroom
because the fabric is luxurious and rolls beau-
tifully. Light and pattern are added in a subtle


THE DESIGNERS
PHOTOGRAPHED BY NICOLE LEONE
ABOUT:SPACE,
LLC
345 Richmond Street, El Segundo
310-726-0137 | Josette@aboutspacestudios.
L to R: Tecola Robinson, Gay Conlon, Christina Meneses, com aboutspacestudios.com
Josette Murphy (Principal), Cheri Carbajal, Geri Morris
DESCRIBE THE FEATURED PROJECT. these two steps—construction and decorating—are

Our lucky client bought this home as a beach interwoven. We love them both!
getaway; it’s three blocks from the water and
WHAT IS THE MOST VALUABLE SERVICE YOU
a short walk to Downtown Manhattan Beach. It
OFFER CLIENTS?
had good “bones,” but the kitchen was isolated,
Our comprehensive approach to interior design is
walled off from adjacent spaces and awkwardly
unique. For a remodel, a client does not need to hire
laid out. We opened up the kitchen to the fami-
an architect to design the construction changes,
ly and dining rooms, which flooded the top floor
then a decorator to select furnishings and window
with light and views. We also gutted several other
coverings. We excel at both, and this ensures a co-
spaces, replacing outdated finishes and fixtures for
hesive vision throughout the process.
a fresh, current airy feel. High contrast lends a more
contemporary vibe, so we layered dark warm wood WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE SOLUTION FOR A
tones with beachy pale grey, watery blue-green and BIG, BLANK WALL SPACE?
lots of white. Once the remodeling was underway, Fill the wall with wonderful photos that have per-
we turned our attention to decorating, helping our sonal meaning. Frame them cohesively, varying the
client select easy-care and relaxed pieces, and using size; compose them in an unexpected way and cover
artwork they had collected on their travels. the wall almost floor to ceiling “gallery style.” Instant
focal point!
SERVICES YOU OFFER. WHAT DO CLIENTS IN THE BEACH CITIES
We are really good at re-imagining space! We WANT MOST FOR THEIR HOMES?
love the challenge of taking an existing building In a word: “serenity.” And they want someone with
and reworking the floor plan to create something experience to guide them in achieving something
wonderful and totally unexpected. If possible, we amazing! Seriously, so many people are stretched
try to contain the project within the existing house too thin with busy schedules. They crave a home
footprint and find opportunities to make new con- that feels relaxing, personal, balanced and sup-
nections between spaces, or borrow space that is portive of their needs. But they lack time and vision
underutilized. Often this means some remodeling / to put it all together. Home decorating shows and
construction, and our team is adept at the technical ready access to internet resources make it seem like
side of interior design—such as working drawings it’s easy, but it takes time and skill to achieve the
and pulling permits. Usually this also means having serenity most people want when they walk in their
a lot of fun with interior decorating. In our minds, front door.


THE DESIGNERS
EDENLA 350 N. Sepulveda

Manhattan Beach
INTERIORS 310-376-0033
edenLA@edenLA.com
JAMIE RODDY, CEO edenLA.com
DESCRIBE THE FEATURED PROJECT. TELL US ABOUT SOME OTHER PROPERTIES

These clients originally came to me to update YOU’RE CURRENTLY WORKING ON.
one bedroom, but they loved the work and the We’re working with so many great clients right
process so much that we eventually redecorat- now. An almost-teardown remodel of a 1960s
ed their entire home together. We used a lot of beach shack to a contemporary farmhouse; a
soft neutrals to create a warm and welcoming typical Tree Section Spanish manse that’s get-
space, while incorporating treasures from their ting brought into this decade with remodeling
travels for intelligent interest. They are enjoying and adding some unique touches so they can be
entertaining more, and their pride of ownership different from their neighbors; several redeco-
in their beautiful home could not be greater. rating projects; a couple of new home move-ins;
and a custom tufted bar with an LED-lit onyx
top (to name a few.)
SERVICES YOU OFFER.
We offer full-scale interior design—from a new DO YOU HAVE A NO-FAIL FORMULA FOR
ADDING A TOUCH OF “COZY” TO THE
build to a simple or complex remodel, to full
HOMES YOU WORK ON?
furnishing and decorating services.
Ironically, light. As much light and brightness
WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE SOLUTION FOR A we can achieve in the building or remodeling
BIG, BLANK WALL SPACE? process is a surefire way to create a welcoming
Custom art is one of our specialties. We design space. Also, texture, texture and more texture.
the art and then find local artists to create it— Even the most neutral and monochromatic spac-
because of exactly the “big, blank wall space” es can seem delightfully rich and inviting with
that no traditional art fits properly. We’ll use the right combination of materials and textiles.
triptychs or quadtychs or dimensional wood or
DO YOU SEE YOURSELF AS AN ARTIST?
metal pieces, for example. We love a big awk-
Very much so.
ward wall. Bring it!

PHOTOGRAPHED BY DOMINIK WROBLEWSKI

THE OUTSIDERS
JDS OUTDOOR
DESIGNS
JEFF & ANA STIMPFIG
1060 Aviation Blvd.
Hermosa Beach
310-870-7003
info@jds-outdoordesigns.com
jds-outdoordesigns.com
DESCRIBE THE FEATURED PROJECT. closely to our clients’ functional needs, and we
Our clients, John and Cathy Lowell, contacted us implement their aesthetic taste and style into their
through their developer, Robb Stroyke. They asked overall project.
Robb if he knew of a local design/build company
WHAT IS YOUR SPECIALTY?
that could be a one-stop-shop for concepting,
We primarily design and build fully customized
designing, building and installing his large corner
outdoor spaces that have a clean-line architectural
lot front yard on the corner walk street of 16th
approach and less of a free-flowing, natural, tradi-
Street and Hermosa Avenue. Robb got us con-
tional gardening/landscaping approach. Although
nected, and from there we did exactly what John
we do specialize in the installation of plants and
and Cathy were looking for. They both wanted to
landscaping in the final phase of our projects, 95%
maximize this space with multiple rooms and lev-
of our jobs consist of this hardscape style—which
els, which would all serve different functionalities.
always utilizes clients’ outdoor spaces to their full
We did exactly that, incorporating the following
elements: two large concrete couch lounges, one potential. We are all very lucky to live in a place
fire pit, a double-sided outdoor bar with a fire wall, where we can all use our outdoor spaces 365 days
two mirroring entry water features, a large IPE din- a year, which is why we focus so much of our en-
ing deck, a meandering porcelain tiled entry path, ergy at JDS on transforming these outdoor areas
synthetic lawn areas, and surrounding plants and into livable, functioning rooms.
palm trees.
WHAT IS THE MOST VALUABLE SERVICE YOU
TELL US ABOUT YOUR FIRM AND THE OFFER CLIENTS?
SERVICES YOU OFFER. Our ability to visualize our clients’ exterior spaces
JDS Outdoor Designs is an exterior design and and create them into a photo-realistic, 3-D for-
build company offering a full range of outdoor mat that looks so real, it’s hard to decipher these
design and build services ranging from complete renderings from the real thing. This really helps
hardscape makeovers to pool and spa installa- all of the parties involved because our clients will
tions; smaller plant, irrigation, potting and lighting know exactly what the final product will look like
installations; rooftop deck and balcony retreats; before we start the actual build. There are no
and the list goes on. We design and build outdoor surprises for JDS clients, due to our design vision
escapes that connect the inside of our clients’ and this priceless 3-D system we have created
homes to the outside. Small or large, we listen over the years.


THE OUTSIDERS
ENVIROSCAPE
LA
MIKE GARCIA, FOUNDER
2609 Vargas Way
Redondo Beach
310-420-8507
mike@EnviroscapeLA.com
EnviroscapeLA.com
DESCRIBE THE FEATURED PROJECT. WHAT IS SUSTAINABILITY?

The story of mankind has been told through fire Sustainability is living today without borrowing
and water for millennium. We are still intrigued from tomorrow. This requires that we use prod-
by this combination, and this is a signature craft ucts that do not harm the environment, such
exclusively available through Enviroscape LA. as chemical pesticides and herbicides, of which
We specialize in water features, ponds, drip irri- the majority are labeled as carcinogenic. Saving
gation, native gardens and foodscaping (land- water is crucial in making sure future genera-
scaping with fruit trees and veggies as shrubs). tions will have adequate drinking water. And
sustainability saves you money. But sustainabil-
SERVICES YOU OFFER. ity will not be accepted by the masses unless
Enviroscape LA is a full-service landscape con- it is made to be beautiful. Our job is making
struction company serving the South Bay since sustainability beautiful.
1979. After graduating with a degree in environ- WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE SOLUTION FOR A
mental horticulture, I earned a dual landscape BIG, BLANK WALL SPACE?
and tree service contractor license. My company Vertical wall gardens or large pots with
has won numerous awards for best in LA, state vertical plants.
and best landscaping at the international level.
HOW DO YOU HELP CLIENTS KEEP THEIR
WHAT IS THE MOST VALUABLE SERVICE YOU EYES ON THE PRIZE AND NOT GET
OFFER CLIENTS? DISTRACTED THROUGHOUT THE PROCESS?
In times of historic drought, the #1 issue on peo- We put a lot of time into putting together all the
ple’s mind is saving water. For more than three necessary items for our projects, so the day of
decades, we have specialized in designing and installation everything is there and we get jobs
installing water conservation landscapes with done quickly.
native plants and drip irrigation. Our philosophy

TELL US ABOUT YOUR OWN HOME!
of using the best materials and technology en-
My home has been in many magazines, newspa-
sures the longest life of all that we install.
pers and television due to the fact it has many
WHAT’S YOUR #1 MUST-HAVE IN of the sustainable elements people hear about
YOUR WORK? but never see, such as solar power, rainwater
Native plants and drip irrigation save water, harvesting and chickens.
our most precious resource. Clients want water
TELL US ABOUT SOME OTHER PROPERTIES
conservation coupled with beauty. This is a goal
YOU’RE CURRENTLY WORKING ON.
that is very achievable with the right education
We also do commercial and schools. One recent
and artistic talent. Installing drip irrigation saves
project was the completion of the Redondo High
more than 50% water, and native plants practi-
School science pond and waterfall.
cally live on rainwater.

FI N A L O F F ER
“I THINK THAT
WHEN YOU INVITE
PEOPLE TO YOUR
HOME, YOU INVITE
JENNINGS FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHED BY LAUREN PRESSEY
THEM TO YOURSELF.”
OPRAH WINFREY

FIGHTING SHIELD
Southern Highlands
Papua New Guinea
421/2" in height
Circa 1930
M I C H A E L H A M S O N
Museum-quality tradtional art & artifacts from the south pacific
Palos Verdes Estates 310.373.1392 www.michaelhamson.com

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