LA PRADA RENOVATION
LOS ANGELES, CA
(Realtor write-up) Flooded with incredible natural light this 1910 California Craftsman offers everything you have dreamed of in a home! A grand entryway with old world charm greets you upon entering. A spacious living room with original built ins flows to an inviting dining room with French doors opening onto the wrap-around deck. A cook's kitchen with all new appliances leads to the laundry room and quarter bath. A spacious pantry for all your gourmet spices completes the kitchen. All three bedrooms are located upstairs. A fresh ensuite bathroom with a double sink vanity, spacious shower with additional closet space, complete the bedroom. Each of the remaining bedrooms have balconies with views of the hills of Highland Park. Tastefully updated while maintaining its original charm, no expense was spared! Amenities include new bamboo wood floors throughout, new 4 Ton HVAC system, all new electrical and plumbing, new roof, freshly painted inside and out. The interior of the garage has been drywalled and has a lovely maple wood paneled wall. Perfect for a home office or art studio or just parking for your car. Long driveway offers additional space for parking. Conveniently located to such hot spots as Triple Beam Pizza, Highland Park Bowl as well as the Gold Line and just minutes away from DTLA, Pasadena the studios in Burbank. Hurry this is a great opportunity to own a truly special turn-key gem in one of LA's most desired neighborhoods!
MULLEN AVENUE RENOVATION AND ADDITION
LOS ANGELES, CA
(Realtor write-up) Nestled in Windsor Hills among rows of character homes find a recently renovated Spanish bungalow restored with modern touches + crafted with old world charm. The living room is adorned by barrelled ceilings + a large picture window shedding light on the fireplace. Archways gracefully lead you through the open floor plan to find a dining area perfect for hosting. The oversized 3-seater island enjoys ample counter space and storage built into both sides. Drool over the pinterest-worthy kitchen cabinetry, Calacatta gold marble counters and white GE Cafe appliances! All three bedrooms are spacious + bright, the master suite with an en-suite bath w/ a soaking tub + dual vanity. French doors lead to a private patio, perfect for sneaking quiet morning moments. Upgrades include new water/waste lines, new electrical wiring + HVAC system. Close to Crenshaw Line and convenient to SM, Culver City and DTLA!
DORRINGTON AVENUE
WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Total gut and renovation of a newly renovated 3 bed 3.5 bath ultra private home located in the desirable West Hollywood neighborhood. Fully furnished with a pool and guest house. Centrally located just steps away from Craigs, Cecconi’s, Alfreds, & the Pacific Design Center.
VALERIO RENOVATION AND ADDITION
LAKE BALBOA (LOS ANGELES), CA
(Realtor write-up) Gorgeous Remodeled Mid-Century Home in Lake Balboa. 3 Bedrooms 2.5 Baths with 1571 Square Feet of Living Space with a Spacious Open Floor Plan with Recessed Lighting and Designer Touches. Large Island Kitchen with Extra Prep Sink, Quartz/Marble Style Countertops with Full Tile Backsplash, Stainless Steel Appliances, Plenty of Cabinet Space and plenty of room for enjoying the Breakfast Bar. Large Walk-in Pantry with Washer and Dryer leading to the Garage. Dining Area with Sliding Glass Door that leads to the New Slate Back Back Patio. The Master also features a Sliding Glass Door leading to the back patio, Walk-in Closet with quiet glide Barn Style Closet Doors. The Master Bath features Dual Sinks, a Separate Tub and Shower with Custom Tile. The other 2 Bedrooms share a “Jack & Jill” Bathroom with Dual Sinks and Custom Tile and Countertops that match the Kitchen and Master Bath. Finished Single Car Garage with New Custom Epoxy Flooring and Additional Storage, Fully Landscaped with Decorative Plants and Sprinklers for Low Maintenance and Economy. Perfect for Entertaining. Everything is Complete Quality with all the comforts of a Brand New Home!
GILMORE RESIDENCE
WOODLAND HILLS, CA
Major remodel of an original condition single family residence in the upscale neighborhood of Woodland Hills. Walls removed to create a more open plan. All new windows, exterior doors, new kitchen and baths.
80TH STREET WEST - GROUND UP NEW HOUSE
ANTELOPE ACRES (LANCASTER), CA
(Realtor write-up) Gorgeous Ranch Style Single Story Home Located on a Large Lot Featuring 4 Bedrooms & 4 Bathrooms. This Gorgeous Home Offers an Open Floor Plan, & Two Master Suites, Spacious Kitchen Features an Oversized Island with a Garden Sink, an Abundance of Cabinets for Storage, Stainless Steel Appliances with a Hood Range, Quartz Counter Tops, & a Large Utility Room with a Large Pantry. Formal Dining Room that Opens to the Family Room & a Guest Bathroom with Dual Sinks. Two Master Suites, One on Each Side of the Home. Both Master Bedrooms Offer a Large Walk-In Closet, Dual Sinks with Quartz Counter Tops, & an Oversized Custom Tile Shower with a Bench. Two Additional Oversized Bedrooms with Ceiling Fans & a Walk-In Closet. Indoor Laundry Room & an Attached Two Car Garage. The Backyard Features a Covered Patio, & an Above Ground Pool. Bring All of Your Toys, RV's & Animals.
SOMERSET DRIVE RENOVATION AND ADDITION
LOS ANGELES, CA
(Realtor write-up) Spanish casita in Crenshaw Manor. A covered patio hugged by an arch and adorned with Saltillo tiles welcomes you. Inside a new picture window sheds light on a living space adorned with a decorative fireplace, open to both kitchen and dining. The formal dining area or the custom island offer the perfect place to sip your coffee and scan your fav blog before work. Stretch your arms and saunter down a bright hallway leading to four private bedrooms, lined with a side-by-side laundry closet + character built-in cabinetry. The newly built deck is the perfect place for al fresco dining at sunset. French doors to the deck from the master make it a sweet retreat, complete with a walk-in closet and an en-suite bathroom with a deep soaking tub. New HVAC, plumbing, electrical + more. Convenient to DTLA, Culver City, Mid-City + SM!
DEVONWOOD ROAD RENOVATION
ALTADENA CALIFORNIA
Total renovation of a mid-century ranch house in Altadena California. Featured in Dwell Magazine Destinations (On-Line), "Home of the Day" in the Los Angeles Times, "Estate of the Week" in Haute Living Magazine, sold by Sotheby's International Real Estate.
ALTADENA CALIFORNIA Total renovation of a mid-century ranch house in Altadena California. Featured in Dwell Magazine Destinations (On-Line), "Home of the Day" in the Los Angeles Times, "Estate of the Week" of Sotheby's International Real Estate. Photo by Susan Pickering.
Front entry. Photo by Susan Pickering
Front entry. Photo by Susan Pickering
Front entrance
Master bedroom deck. Photo by Susan Pickering
Happy accident, exterior lighting throwing the "Bubble" motif on the walls at night.
Rear of house at dusk. Photo by Susan Pickering.
Rear of house. Photo by Susan Pickering.
Rear lanai. Photo by Susan Pickering
DEVONWOOD ROAD RENOVATION TWO
ALTADENA, CA
(Realtor write-up) Stunningly reimagined & remodeled single level mid-century modern perched high above Altadena on a quiet cul-de-sac street with gorgeous views of Pasadena and downtown Los Angeles. This 3 bedroom, 3 bath home spread over 2,241 sq. ft. of living space was extensively remodeled by the current owners and features a large living room with vaulted ceilings that share with an adjacent formal dining room. Both rooms are backed by a spectacular covered patio opening toward the view and the spacious, flat grassy lawn. The open floor plan flows into the gourmet kitchen, equipped with newer appliances including a 6-burner gas Thermador range with double ovens and a Viking Refrigerator. Other special touches include quartz countertops, subway tile backsplash, farm sink, custom wood cabinets, center island and a comfy breakfast nook. The large master suite features a separate home office, large closet and an exquisite master bath. The two guest beds are both roomy and the two additional baths have also been remodeled continuing the design motifs accented in the kitchen. Easily accessible, but very private, the home offers the best of all worlds; easy access to Old Town Pasadena, but equally accessible to the quiet majesty of the San Gabriel Mountains soaring just to the north.
BRIGHTON AVENUE RENOVATION AND ADDITION
BURBANK, CA
(Realtor write-up) Fresh landscaping + new concrete pavers lead to an entry framed by white board + batten siding and stucco. Inside find an open floor plan, the living room adorned w/ a decorative fireplace w/ white brick + a warm wood mantle. Indoor/outdoor flow is abundant w/ sliding doors from the living room to the deck which steps down to a sprawling yard. The curated kitchen features custom cabinetry, floating shelves and SS Thor appls. Designer pendants shed light on marble countertops atop the 4-seat kitchen island w/ extra storage built-in. Barn doors off the living space reveal an in home office. In addition, enjoy 2 spacious guest bedrooms and a true master retreat with sliding doors to the deck and an en-suite bath with a deep soaking tub! Share drinks + laughs with friends under the stars in one of the multiple outdoor entertaining spaces.
LEMONA AVENUE RENOVATION AND ADDITION
LOS ANGELES, CA
(Realtor write-up) 4 bedroom Mid-Century Ranch-Style home is literally everything you have been looking for! Upgraded, remodeled and expanded, this home boasts great natural light, open-plan design, spacious living and dining areas, brand new kitchen with peninsula, stainless appliances, large owner's suite with walk-in closet, another large closet in a 2nd large bedroom, separate laundry room, deck, yard with seating area, wonderful landscaping plus irrigation system, fruit trees, succulents and more. Specialty materials are everywhere including quality hardwood floors, quartz counters, custom tile-work, designer lighting. Systems include with copper plumbing, tankless water heater, upgraded electrical service with newer panel, newer roof. Wonderful location on quiet cul-d-sac street. Don't miss another fantastic quality home by Willisland Design.
LINDA VISTA AVENUE
PASADENA, CA
(Realtor write-up) This stunningly re-imagined, modern and completely updated home is located on a tree-lined street in the heart of the beloved Linda Vista neighborhood, one of the most sought-after areas in Pasadena. Environment-friendly landscaping and a flagstone path greet the entry. The first level, with open floor plan, features a light-filled, spacious living room and dining room, guest bathroom and a stunning cook's kitchen. Highlights are wide-plank, hardwood flooring, plantation shutters, stainless steel appliances including a Bertazzoni stove, a large center island, quartz countertops and abundant cabinet space. The entertainment possibilities think summer barbecues and pool parties are endless with immediate access to an expansive outdoor space, featuring a sparkling pool and dining and seating areas. The finished two-car garage could also be converted to a pool house. On the second level, one will find vaulted ceilings in all three bedrooms and a delightful, west-facing balcony. The generously sized master suite features dual-vanity pedestal sinks, shower and a large soaking tub. There are two other bedrooms, and an additional full-sized bathroom with double-vanity and bathtub.
RHODA RENOVATION AND ADDITION
ENCINO, CA
(Realtor write-up) Amazing Encino Park home. This exquisitely designed home offers a modern open concept floor plan. Step into the foyer which leads you to an open living area, dining area, then to the expansive center island cooks kitchen. Features: Amazing glossy white soft close cabinets, Marble backsplash, smooth surface Quartz counters, stainless sinks & stainless appliances. Adjacent is a convenient walk-in pantry with loads of storage. Opposite is an open family room that accesses a spacious yard with a covered patio. There are 4 bedrooms 3 baths. One bedroom would make a great office with its double pocket doors and closet. The beautiful large master suite has a modern touch. A magnificent walk-in ceramic tiled shower, dual vanity with Quartz counters, plus a walk-in closet. Other features include: New recessed lighting, New Milgard vinyl windows & sliders, New HVAC, New roof, New tank less water heater, beautiful new engineered hardwood floors, new custom moldings, Easy access to the 101 freeway. Close to schools, parks, Ventura Blvd, Trader Joes.
COMSTOCK CONDOMINIUM
BEVERLY HILLS, CA
(Realtor write-up) Total gut and renovation of a large condominium overlooking the Los Angeles Country Club. This rare 3 Bed/3 Bath unit with an outdoor living area has been fully rebuilt with no expense spared. The re-envisioned floor plan (1845 SF interior plus 150 SF exterior balcony) offers a unique layout with two master suites and two walk-in closets with custom cabinetry, as well as a third integrated custom closet system. Both master baths feature walls clad in honed Italian Statuerietto marble as well as custom floating vanities and rain head showers. The third bedroom can also be used as a study with views of Los Angeles Country Club fairways. An expansive open layout kitchen includes an integrated Sub Zero refrigerator and Wolf appliances with custom cabinetry and honed Italian Calacatta Gold marble throughout. Floors are covered by exquisite European White Oak wide plank. Located on LA’s Golden Mile in a highly sought after location, "The Comstock" is located at the heart of it all; walking distance to Beverly Hills, Century City, Holmby Park, and UCLA.
KENSINGTON AVENUE
ANGELUS HEIGHTS, CA
Exterior house renovation and facelift of a historic house in the Victorian area, Angelus Heights. All new siding and windows, new roof.
AGNES AVENUE RENOVATION AND ADDITION
LOS ANGELES, CA
(Realtor write-up) At the end of a secluded cul-de-sac in North Hollywood, this upgrade, remodeled, and expanded 4-bedroom, 3 FULL bathroom 1,658-SqFt Mid-Century Atomic Ranch-Style home with detached 2-car garage is just what you’ve been searching for! Welcome to a wonderful space boasting perfect natural light flowing throughout the open-floor plan and highlighting the quality bamboo floors, quartz counters, excellent custom tile and even a George Nelson dining room fixture. The spacious living room with adjoining dining areas opens to the brand-new kitchen featuring a center island with breakfast bar, built-in stainless-steel appliances, and mint tile backsplash. The large primary suite includes a luxurious walk-in closet plus en-suite bath. Conveniently, this home includes a separate laundry room providing additional storage. From the recent year of 2016, updates have been throughout to include copper plumbing, upgraded electrical, a tankless water heater, a new automatic awning, plus an automatic gate opener. Outside, the fully fenced landscaped yard is enhance by a great deck, extra seating space, happy succulents, irrigation system, fruit trees, and much more. This gem is nearby to NoHo West, Ralphs, Kohls, local parks, popular dining and has easy access to the 5 Freeway!
CABOT STREET RENOVATION
FROGTOWN (LOS ANGELES), CA
(Realtor write-up) This charming bungalow located in the Elysian Valley has everything on your wish list. Hardwood floors throughout, new HVAC system, upgraded electrical, tankless water heater, new windows and much more. An open floor plan ties the living space, dining area and kitchen together. The fresh new kitchen features quartz counter tops, stainless appliances and custom cabinetry. A smart bathroom has a double sink with marble counter top, porcelain & glass tile. French doors open from the bedrooms onto a beautiful garden. A mature walnut tree lends a sense of tranquility to this expansive setting complete with pergola, fire pit and raised garden bed. This is truly California living at its best! What a perfect extension of the interior living space! Offering the best of all worlds: biking & running paths along the revitalized LA River, annual Frog Town Art Walk, conveniently located to Downtown, Silver Lake & frwy access.
LINDARAXA RESIDENCE
ALHAMBRA, CA
(Realtor write-up) Beautifully updated California cottage in a quiet North Alhambra neighborhood. Vintage charm of yesteryear with tasteful upgrades to enhance today's family life. Highlights include: * Hardwood Floors * Central Heat & Air * Formal Living Room with handsome Batchelder tile fireplace * Wood framed arched doorway leads to Formal Dining Room * Family Room with French doors to backyard * Contemporary eat-in kitchen with quartz counter tops, double sinks & stainless appliances * All three bedrooms feature en-suite bath & walk-in closet * California Basement * Custom stainless steel screens for doors and windows * Spacious backyard with sparkling pool and dining pergola * Garage doubles as pool house/office/playroom.
VISTA RESIDENCE
VENICE BEACH, CA
(Realtor write-up) This beautifully renovated Venice home on a quiet walk street 2 blocks from the sand. Enjoy the sea breeze, and views of ocean, mountains, and city on the 500 sq ft roof deck with built-in grill. An airy, contemporary home boasting floor-to-ceiling windows, artisanal accents and white oak hardwood floor to highlight the naturalness of beach living-eclectic by nature, tamed by modern aesthetics. The 1st floor, an open-floor plan that extends seamlessly into the front deck and yard, a powder room, and dream kitchen with Viking appliances. A custom-made walnut and stainless steel staircase connects to the 2nd floor, with master suite overlooking the picturesque walk street-the railings designed by Earl Newman, famous for his P. O. P. and Abbot Kinney Festival posters - a fireplace, his and her baths, and 2 additional bedrooms, bathroom & laundry. 2 parking, solar power and sunsets over the ocean!
CRESCENT RESIDENCE
BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Major renovation on a large house in Beverly Hills. The challenge was to create a large room for events and not see any of the structure. We hid wide flange beams under the floor and in the celling. Large NANA Wall doors (48 feet of them) and a totally new kitchen.
LANARK RESIDENCE
LAKE BALBOA (VAN NUYS), CA
These were five houses bought in the late 1970's early 1980's as investment properties. They have been rental properties since then and were quite run down. Our challenge was to bring them into the 21st Century. We added 600 square feet to each house, upgraded all the systems, all new windows, doors, kitchens and bathrooms and got a lot of bang for the buck on a limited budget in this up and coming area of the San Fernando Valley. This house was singled out as the "Home of the Day" in the "Hot Properties" section of the Los Angeles Times.
EVENING CANYON RESIDENCE
CORONA DEL MAR, CA
(Realtor write-up) Located in the prestigious neighborhood of Shore Cliffs with semi-private beach! Just completely remodeled to the studs, expanded with new second story with both views of the Ocean & Canyon. Gourmet kitchen with central island, Wolf and Subzero appliances, solid wood interior doors, hand distressed birch hardwood floors throughout, custom wrought iron railings and hand fabricated wooden handrails, energy efficient windows. Spacious decks, Porsche Designed BBQ and full outdoor kitchen with Subzero Fridge and much more. The beautiful wood floor & beamed ceilings make this home truly unique and inviting.
WILLAMAN DRIVE RESIDENCE
BEVERLY HILLS, CA
This was a complete gut of a traditional home in the "Flats" of Beverly Hills, this house was untouched since the 1950's. we took out many of the walls using long-span beams and opened up the floor plan. we re-insulated all walls, changed out all doors and windows, all new systems and put in an all new kitchen and bathrooms.
COHASSET RESIDENCE
LAKE BALBOA (VAN NUYS), CA
These were five houses bought in the late 1970's early 1980's as investment properties. They have been rental properties since then and were quite run down. Our challenge was to bring them into the 21st Century. We added 600 square feet to each house, upgraded all the systems, all new windows, doors, kitchens and bathrooms and got a lot of bang for the buck on a limited budget in this up and coming area of the San Fernando Valley.
DEMPSEY RESIDENCE
LAKE BALBOA (VAN NUYS), CA
These were five houses bought in the late 1970's early 1980's as investment properties. They have been rental properties since then and were quite run down. Our challenge was to bring them into the 21st Century. We added 600 square feet to each house, upgraded all the systems, all new windows, doors, kitchens and bathrooms and got a lot of bang for the buck on a limited budget in this up and coming area of the San Fernando Valley.
CAMINO RANCHITO
ALBUQUERQUE, NM
One of the first houses I ever designed,1986, when I worked with Eric Spurlock at Visions in Architecture. (Realtor write-up) Incredible custom home located in Rio Grande Estates. This home features resort like grounds with a beautiful pool on a lush acre lot in the heart of the North Valley. Enjoy the bright and open floor plan with lots of flexible living space. Home has been beautifully updated to include classic hardwood floors, crown molding, a classic white kitchen with stainless appliances and Carrara marble countertops, and a luxurious primary suite bathroom. There is a main floor guest suite with a private living area ideal for multi generational families. Upstairs there are 3 guest bedrooms, a beautiful primary suite, the utility room, and a bonus living area.
SAVE A WARRIOR BASE CAMP
MALIBU CALIFORNIA
Save a Warrior is a fully immersive five day resiliency program for returning veterans utilizing Meditation, Diet, Yoga, Equinine Therapy, Ropes Courses and other training to combat veteran suicide, 100% success rate in over 17 cohorts. Featured in the CNN documentary, "The War Comes Home" with Soledad O'Brien. In planning phase.
http://www.saveawarrior.org/#what-is-saw
Double Sleeping Hut...
Chow Hall...
Single Sleeping Hut...
Meditation Center...
Overview of the Entire Camp and Central Fire Pit...
Overview of the Entire Camp...
ARTIFICIAL ISLAND GUEST HOUSES
BAHRAIN, MIDDLE EAST
These were an exercise to create 6,000 square foot artificial guest houses adjacent to the main new palace for Her Royal Highness, the Princess of Bahrain. We did them both traditionally and ultra-modern.
6,000 Square Foot guest house on a man-made island at the end of a man-made jetty.
6,000 Square Foot guest house on a man-made island at the end of a man-made jetty.
6,000 Square Foot guest house on a man-made island at the end of a man-made jetty. Titanium walls and LED panel entry.
6,000 Square Foot guest house on a man-made island at the end of a man-made jetty.
6,000 Square Foot guest house on a man-made island at the end of a man-made jetty.
6,000 Square Foot guest house on a man-made island at the end of a man-made jetty.
ANGELO ROAD RESIDENCE DESIGN STUDIES
Preliminary design studies for ulta-modern house in Bel Air.
Design studies for house in Bel Air...
Design studies for house in Bel Air...
Design studies for house in Bel Air...