Relive Classic Hollywood Glamour at This New Beverly Hills Bungalow

Amanda Leigh and Taylor Hahn of House of Rolison have introduced their latest renovated property to the market, a Beverly Hills Post Office neighborhood residence priced just under $6 million. This follows their successful revamping of two other notable homes late last year: a Spanish-Mediterranean property in Coldwater Canyon, currently listed at $4 million, and a 1930s Hollywood Hills house that was quickly acquired by Sabrina Carpenter for approximately $4.4 million. The current listing is a transitional, character-filled residence that exemplifies the design/build duo’s innovative approach, featuring a new dark gray facade and several hidden doorways. Originally constructed in the early 1950s, the property was acquired by the design team seven months prior for $3.2 million. The meticulously re-imagined showpiece now comprises a main house spanning over 3,800 square feet across multiple levels, offering four bedrooms and five bathrooms. The interior design emphasizes creamy tones complemented by hardwood floors, wood-paneled accent walls, elevated ceilings, and custom designer lighting throughout. Additionally, there is a detached two-car garage with a guesthouse above it, which includes one bedroom, one bathroom, a living/dining area, a kitchenette, and a private balcony. Key features on the main level include an open-concept great room that seamlessly integrates a formal dining area with a living room. The living room is distinguished by a red brick fireplace and a vaulted wood-beam ceiling with a skylight. An adjacent family room, featuring French doors that open to an outdoor entertaining terrace, connects to a marble-clad kitchen. This kitchen is equipped with bespoke cabinetry, an eat-in island furnished with carved wood stools, high-end stainless steel appliances, and an adjoining breakfast nook. The upper level houses a luxurious master suite, which includes a fireplace, a private balcony, and two showroom-style closets. The en-suite bathroom is designed as a spa-like retreat, offering dual vanities, an oval soaking tub set within a marble platform, and a spacious two-person shower. The residence also features a lower-level entertainment area and a wine cellar. Outdoors, the nearly quarter-acre grounds are landscaped with a built-in barbecue area and an irregularly shaped swimming pool, providing expansive views of the city lights and surrounding canyons. Claire O’Connor and Sam O’Connor of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties share the listing. #BeverlyHills #LuxuryRealEstate #HomeRenovation #HouseOfRolison #ModernDesign #CaliforniaHomes #InteriorDesign #RealEstateMarket

This article highlights a modern Paradise Valley home, a collaboration between RMB Luxury Real Estate, Tomecak Design, and Bellflower Design. The initial architectural inspiration for the home came from Mark Tomecak, whose Serbian background influenced a simplistic and European modern styling. Debra Richardson, the interior designer at RMB Luxury Real Estate, designed a floor plan that prioritizes a spacious, family-friendly residence with extensive indoor and outdoor entertainment options. The core focus of the design team was to maximize every square foot to create a modern-marvel entertainer’s dream home. A key design priority was to emphasize the stunning sunsets and views of Camelback Mountain. This was achieved through the incorporation of ten-foot-high sliding doors that open on both sides, creating a seamless transition between the interior and exterior spaces. The home was sold during the drywall stage, allowing the buyers to provide input on the finishes. Lead designer Richardson employed a palette of pure whites, soft grays, and bold blacks, while secondary areas featured softer, warmer tones. The new homeowners desired a residence that matched the high-end features found in luxury properties in the Los Angeles area, particularly seeking the flexibility to transform the space into a 'swanky nightclub' for entertaining. To meet this request, an intricate sound system with multi-colored LED lighting was installed both inside and outside, creating a dynamic visual and auditory experience. The exterior entertainment area is lavish, featuring a 70-foot pool, a 12-person jacuzzi, and various seating arrangements. Key design elements and resources used in the home include Arizona Tile for kitchen countertops, island, fireplace accents, bathroom tiles, and outdoor flooring. ET2 Contemporary Lighting provided fixtures for the entryway, dining room, and primary bedroom, while Modern Forms supplied kitchen lighting. McKenzie Custom Built Cabinets crafted the kitchen cabinetry. RH Modern furnished the living room with couches, accent tables, and rugs, and the bedrooms with beds and dressers. Sherwin-Williams paints were used for the walls, and Simplicity Home Automation was responsible for the LED lighting system. The flooring in the living room is Arizona Tile’s Super White imported porcelain, complementing the RHM furniture. The finished home was well-received, even earning approval from reality television personalities Tarek El Moussa and Heather Rae Young during a tour, who praised its finishes and clever design. #ParadiseValleyHome #ModernDesign #LuxuryRealEstate #EntertainersDream #InteriorDesign #OutdoorLiving #ArchitecturalDesign #HomeAutomation #CustomFinishes

The property at 2027 Laughlin Park Drive in Los Feliz, Los Angeles, listed for $7.3 million, was originally a duplex and has been transformed into a single residence. This expansive home now features five bedrooms, seven bathrooms, and a separate guesthouse. Located in the exclusive Laughlin Park neighborhood, the property offers a blend of luxury and privacy. The interior design emphasizes spaciousness and refined materials. The second floor hosts a formal living room, distinguished by a soaring wood ceiling, which provides a dramatic architectural element. The main floor incorporates a family room that offers views of the backyard, creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living spaces. The kitchen is equipped with stone floor tiles, honed black marble countertops, and variegated wood cabinetry, presenting a sophisticated and functional area for culinary activities. This eat-in kitchen design balances aesthetic appeal with practical utility, contributing to the home's overall luxurious ambiance. The primary suite, also situated on the second level, is designed for comfort and privacy. It includes a spacious walk-in closet, offering ample storage. The primary bathroom is notable for its generous size, capable of accommodating a settee in the center, and features a soaking tub that interrupts a double vanity, adding a unique design element. One of the other seven bathrooms in the residence is appointed with a blue marble shower, further highlighting the use of high-end materials throughout the home. Additional interior spaces include a dedicated office, providing a quiet environment for work or study. The property's outdoor amenities are equally impressive, centered around a pool and spa that serve as the focal point of a meticulously maintained grassy yard. The poolside guesthouse comprises one bedroom and one bathroom, offering flexible accommodation for visitors or a versatile space for working from home. The surrounding verdant landscaping enhances the sense of privacy and seclusion, contributing to the exclusive feel of the property. #LaughlinPark #LuxuryRealEstate #LosFelizHomes #HomeDesign #CaliforniaRealEstate #Guesthouse #SwimmingPool #InteriorDesign #LuxuryHomes

Architect Damon Hills and his partner John Boschen transformed a derelict 1920s California bungalow in Northcote, purchased in 2013, into a modern, light-filled residence they now call the Light Box Home. The original property, a deceased estate, was in an unlivable condition due to neglect and significant odor issues, featuring an asbestos-ridden lean-to and an outdoor toilet. Despite its state, Hills recognized the potential of the house, situated in the desirable Sumner Estate near Merri Creek, an area known for its California bungalows. He appreciated the utilitarian design of bungalows and sought to preserve the home's classic facade while undertaking a comprehensive renovation. The renovation began with exterior modifications, replacing the pressed-metal roof with a corrugated-iron one, which was consistent with the original architectural style. Although constrained by heritage overlay regulations that prevented the addition of bay windows to the facade, the front two rooms, which now serve as the main and guest bedrooms, were retained. A key focus of the redesign was to enhance natural light, as the original house was notably dark. Hills addressed this by incorporating new windows on the sides of the front bedrooms and installing skylights throughout many rooms to maximize light penetration. The rotting blackbutt flooring in the wide hallway was replaced with new blackbutt, and a new bathroom was added behind the guest bedroom. This bathroom features a marble vanity, a luxurious tub, smaller wall tiles, and a herringbone floor pattern, with an innovative wet room design that places the bath beyond the shower to optimize space. The asbestos lean-to was demolished, making way for a new section of the house that includes a third guest bedroom (or study) and a powder room. This new area functions as a transitional space leading to a thoroughly modern living extension at the rear. The design accounted for the property's slope, utilizing it to create a slightly elevated new living section. This elevation allowed for the inclusion of clerestory windows around the top of the kitchen and dining areas, effectively filtering more light into the main living space. The modern kitchen is equipped with Miele appliances, a butler’s pantry, a concealed fridge, three ovens (standard, steam, and microwave combi), and a warming drawer. A notable design element is the oversized island bench with a bespoke linear light fixture above it, which provides illumination and defines the space. The lounge area features a fireplace and a discreetly integrated television that blends into a black background when off. Glass doors open to a north-facing wooden deck, while floor-to-ceiling windows at the back maximize morning light from the easterly aspect. The architect strategically placed larger windows on the northerly and easterly sides for optimal light, with smaller windows on the south and west. The home is fitted with hydronic floor heating and a single split-system air conditioner, relying on excellent insulation for climate control. Hills emphasized the personal challenge of designing his own home compared to client projects, noting the intense scrutiny of every detail. He described the home as a luxurious and spacious sanctuary, a place he looks forward to returning to, even from travel. The postscript details Hills’ observations on visitors' comments, highlighting the unexpected sense of space and the barn doors in the powder room and laundry. His favorite spot is an Arana armchair by Jardan in the living room, facing the fireplace, from which he can view the entire space. His favorite item is "The Mythical Galloping Faun" painting by Jodie Zomer, noting its constant movement and new discoveries upon each viewing. The Arana armchair is also his most sentimental piece, having moved with them through four houses. He expressed a dream of living in a New York City brownstone and described his entertaining style as simple dinners with friends, often concluding with a lemon tart from Babka in Fitzroy. For Hills, home signifies a place of relaxation and unwinding, a special and luxurious space that brings comfort and joy. #HomeRenovation #CaliforniaBungalow #LightBoxHome #ModernArchitecture #InteriorDesign #NorthcoteRealEstate #DamonHills #SustainableDesign #LuxuryHome