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"This residence exemplifies midcentury-modern design, blending form and function with timeless elegance, all while being minutes from Beverly Hills,

The entrance now has a new glass front door and bespoke casework.

“They gave us so much storage there are still empty cabinets,” says Kirsten.

“The kitchen feels like a European coffee shop,” says Kirsten. “The way they were able to open up walls and maximize views was really exciting.” Nani Maquina stone wraps the island.

“It’s wonderful to wake up every morning in a space made for you,” says Paul.

Paul’s favourite spot to stand is in the kitchen looking west through the dining room windows, “I turn my head to the right and see the ‘Mr. Miagi’ tree.” The other direction, he can see through the glass to the living room where Anna Siem’s large painting hangs.

The L-shaped kitchen offers original features, including walnut cabinetry the current owners had refinished during the renovation.

The overhanging third floor shades a private outdoor spa—complete with an open-air shower and a plunge pool—which is located off the master bedroom and bath.

The 1960s home sits nestled on an elevated lot in Pasadena's popular San Rafael Hills neighborhood, encompassed by mature Eucalyptus trees and lush vegetation.

Floor plan of Hamilton House by Kazuo Umemoto, renovated by Sonya Lee

Fort Greene Townhouse floor plans

The original brick wall is made of a sand-lime mix; in front of it sits a sofa by Robin Day for Habitat. In the study, a Louis De Poortere rug, from a collection inspired by the 1960s, evokes Farnley Hey’s early years. The Yorkstone flooring has been well varnished over time. The seating unit is by Robin Day and the side table is by Oliver Bonas.

The use of green mosaic tiles in the bathroom is a "polite homage" to the balcony's original green mosaic floor tiles.

Nestled among mature trees and thick landscaping, the historic home offers a peaceful oasis conveniently located between Philadelphia and New York City.

Floor Plan of Serrahima Apartment Renovation by Forma Arquitectura

Throughout the home, Kebony wood trims the new energy-efficient windows, which are set in their original rough openings but larger span for fewer visual disruptions.

Wittman House floor plan