Entry Way

Blue Savoy marble from Coastal Tile lines the floor.

The couple wanted to make sure that their home was distinctive from the other modern properties that were popping up in Venice Beach, thanks to plenty of bespoke features.

The entryway has enough storage for the family of four, with spots for guests.

Near the kitchen a stairwell leads down to the basement and a side patio.

A coat of white paint lightens up the scheme, as do the polished travertine floor tiles.

The goal: create a living space that would be connected to the garden, with great functionality. “They wanted a house they could raise children in, to the point where their children could be teenagers and adult children,” says Dovey. “They were really thinking forward into the future.”

The new mudroom has enough space for all-season gear, including seats to put everything on comfortably. "Sam is passionate about spending time in the mountains, including hiking, rock climbing, and especially skiing,

A solid oak barn door and limestone floors in the utility room continue the material language of the main living spaces.

The couple's daughter reads in the cozy nook just inside the front door painted in a vibrant blue from Benjamin Moore. Of the storage area below, Fredrik says, "In Sweden, there's always a place to sit and take off your shoes. This is a version of that."

Lead architect, Tom Lenchek, opted for simple forms and materials that direct attention outwards, towards the cabin's natural surroundings.

Lead architect, Tom Lenchek, opted for simple forms and materials that direct attention outwards, towards the cabin's natural surroundings.

Simple oak furnishings from Habitat blend with the birch millwork and bamboo floor. The cabinetry, benches, and doors were built by Olivier, who studied design before becoming a filmmaker.

The original A-frame now holds the main living areas, including the kitchen and living room. A stair leads to a lofted bedroom.

Storage was built in all down the hallway, making efficient use of a linear space.

The front door is by Simpson Door Company.

A well-organized entryway leads to a living room that opens to gardens on two sides.

A built-in bench with storage at the entrance is the perfect perch for putting on or taking off shoes.