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A small staircase separates the kitchen from the living space. "When you have two young kids, they never leave your side. Suddenly a 1,200-square-foot home feels even smaller,

The shared kitchen and dining space opens to a courtyard. The couple wanted to capitalize on L.A.'s sunny weather.

"We like quartzite because it has the movement of marble but is more resilient,

The owners requested clean lines and a modern appearance for the home's design, with thoughtful considerations for layout and storage.

A pathway leads from the side of the front home to the ADU.

Greg utilized cross-laminated timber to construct the home and for its interior finishes.

Butler Residence floor plan

White subway tiles and a large window over the sink brighten the kitchen.

An energy-efficient TPO membrane covers the living room’s zigzag roof.

A double-sided fireplace shared with the living room warms the deck on cool evenings. Bob sited the house and strategically placed windows to take advantage of shade in summer and solar gain in winter. The outdoor seating is from IKEA.

The sunken living room features a built-in sofa and loveseat.

Bob sits in the entry courtyard with his dog, Goya.

Western red cedar slat panels are paired with a pine ceiling and stained oak cabinets in the kitchen. Model Six Stools by Jeff Covey for Herman Miller line the concrete counter.

A General Electric stereo cabinet and a 1950s chair are among the vintage pieces in the living room.

A breezeway complete with swings connects the front and back decks. “We knew we wanted a covered entry, but we left it open to create a larger outdoor space,” says Scott, who admits to occasionally using the swings himself. Mud guards are built into the Kebony decking to keep dirt from being tracked inside. The teak chairs are by Skagerak.

The back deck features an outdoor shower designed by Scott. Made of stainless steel and brass components, it uses a garden watering nozzle for the shower and foot-wash heads.

The master bedroom is furnished with a rug from IKEA and a Mysa bedframe from Chilton Furniture Co.