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84 DIGS.NET | 4.19.2019 M A R K E T R E A L E S TAT E | 7 1 7 1 0 T H S T R E E T S ince then, the home has remained a classic California Modernist beach structure, complete with a dramatic juxtaposition of angles and curves, plenty of glass and one of Killen's trademark's—a touch of eclecticism. Its eye-catching looks aside, the home's design was rooted in pragmatism, for Killen always insisted on capturing the best views and light, and chose Modernism as the way to get the job done. After several owners, in 2014 the home came into the possession of homeowners who knew great architecture, and saw that Killen's design, after so many years, could do with a refresh. "I was respectful of Pat's work," says one of the homeowners, a client of real estate agent Beth Morrissey. Morrissey reached out to Pat Killen, who recommended Daryl Olesinski, a former associate at his firm Studio 9one2. Olesinski, along with fellow designer Martina Linden (their firm is O+ L Building Projects), made changes that would smartly enhance the original home. "Having worked for Pat Killen for a few years," says Olesinski, "I knew Pat very well, and respect his position in the architecture of the South Bay." "Clearly this house had a great pedigree and a strong sense of line and massing," Olesinski explains. "With that said, the current owners wanted a bit more from the house, and wanted to use the building in a different manner than the original design allowed for." Included among Olesinski and Linden's work was the installation of pocket doors to further mesh indoors and out. Modernizing the fireplace. A portion of the ceiling was raised so that it followed the curve of the roofline. e beige exterior was updated to a soft gray, and the yard was dramatically overhauled. More changes were made and in the end, says Morrissey, who witnessed the before and after, the house had morphed into an updated version of a classic work of beach architecture. "Daryl wanted to keep the remodel aligned with Pat's original vision," says Tyler Krikorian, general contractor for the project, whose specialty is high- end custom homes. "I followed his lead with everything, and I feel it was executed very nicely." When one walks into the glass-front foyer, one enters a meditative and sunlit space that feels not unlike a gallery. e curving staircase, a Killen trademark, is a focus point. Approaching the second floor, one is treated to sweeping ocean views—a panorama that's uplifting at first sight. "I remember very intense days at work," says the homeowner. "I would come home and sit on one of the terraces and disconnect. Look at the ocean and reflect on life. It's an incredible place." Spanning five bedrooms and approximately 4,300 square feet, the home embodies a central Killen design principle: "e way we live, with our contemporary lifestyle, people want open spaces, and they want it all to flow together," he said in

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