Remarks:
Sitting atop one of Silver Lake’s most architectural streets, this 2006 home published in the LA Times home section was designed by architect Sean Briski. It offers dynamic Silver Lake living on four view-soaked levels. The perfect live-work solution, a large office/studio (or guest unit) is accessed from the street level. Continue down the central staircase to the loft style living spaces. Two bedrooms and a full bath share a floor with the open balcony overlooking the open-plan living area below. A sliding wall separates the family room from the living room: raise it to create one giant activity space for entertaining and family gatherings. The double-height living room can be used to play basketball, or just open the tri-fold glass doors and enjoy the mountain views beyond. On the garden level, the master bedroom with en-suite bath and walk-in closet is enhanced with its own fabulous covered patio. A stroll from the bedroom to the lush landscaping below affords that Silver Lake hills rarity: a large flat yard filled with drought-resistant native plants and shaded seating.
Designed with sustainability in mind, the house is built into the hillside to reduce heating and cooling loads. Polished concrete floors do not require finish replacement, and recycled tire treads are used to screen the insulated glass wall. A rainwater tank is concealed in the garden. With braced-steel framework providing an open interior while meeting the latest higher-seismic resistance requirements, this uniquely thoughtful house quietly sets itself apart from the crowd.
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