The front of the home features a large covered carport, accessed via the paved, U-shaped driveway. Soaring trees surround the property, enhancing the overall sense of privacy.
RJ Guillermo and Francis Aquino outfit their 1951 L.A. home with a backyard oasis—and roughly 350 potted plants.
Before: The newest owners of this 1885 Prospect Heights brownstone wanted to convert it into a duplex in a remodel that finished in 2020. “This neighborhood has extra deep lots that allow you to do amazing things with extensions,” says Kaplan.
Solomon Troupe Architects designed this 430-square-foot backyard bedroom suite for the owners to retreat to when their family comes to visit.