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fixtures from Aerin, and both the natural steel entry
console and coffee table from Croft House, bring depth
and character to the space. "I find that these finishes
create a beautiful patina over time," says Vasquez.
Several vintage pieces and the armchairs by renowned
designer Pierre Jeanneret—placed at the heads of
the dining table—lend the apartment a European
flavor. Meanwhile, she adds, "The natural materials
were intended to convey the location—laid-back and
environmentally-conscious present-day California.
The tactile materials were intended to convey the
vibe—glamorous old Hollywood with a touch of
Parisian elegance."
Brendan Ravenhill lighting and a unit from Sunbeam
Vintage that perfectly fits on the wall between the
living room and dining room are just a portion of the
home's curated collection. "The client was extremely
receptive to my ideas, and getting to utilize local
designers and vintage stores felt rewarding," says
Vasquez, who makes a point of supporting local
sources whenever, noting this seems even more
important now. Artwork also adorns the spaces for a
more refined and personalized touch, such as sketches
by Alberto Puras from Galerie Michael Bargo in the
bedroom, and a photograph by Smith's friend Luke
Gilford in the dining room. In sum, Vasquez says,
"The space felt very Old World to me, and I wanted
to capture the glamour and sophistication through a
modern and updated lens." kerryvasquez.com
"When I first visited the home, THE
ENTIRE APARTMENT was painted
a rather dreary beige. I immediately
knew the cheapest and easiest way to
SHOWCASE THE ARCHITECTURAL
elements would be to paint everything
MY FAVORITE WHITE."
