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10.15.2021 | DIGS.NET 81 M A R K E T fledged kitchen, including a built-in barbecue, sink and appliances. ‹is room is smartly set apart from the interior and backyard by sliding glass walls; so even when weather dips you can dine al fresco, cozy from the room's built-in heater and the flames flick- ering nearby in the stone-decked fireplace. "Inspiration for the space came from the family's love of entertaining and enjoyment of the California sunshine," notes interior designer Alexis Vitale of Seventh Street Interiors, who along with firm co-founder Tiffany Lauer designed this and other spaces in the home. ‹e residence has been carefully oriented towards elevated, at-home living, circa 2021, with designated spots for sleep and work, as well as studying, exercising and gathering. "You're all together, but everyone still has their own spaces," explains Arre- dondo Epeneter. ‹ere's a cheerful office with built-in cabinetry on the first floor, for instance, and when you head upstairs, a dedicated play room for kids with lots of storage. ‹e master suite is a parents' dream, from the expansive walk-in closet to the chandelier master bathroom with a soaking tub in its center. Waking up in the bedroom is aided by sunlight pouring in from the balcony and fresh coffee brewing at the butler's kitchen in the lounge. "‹e owners wanted a relaxed, inviting space with a touch of elegance off their bedroom, and we gave them just that by adding marble tiles and a cozy fireplace to curl up to and relax," Vitale says of this unique space, which is separated from the bedroom and balcony by dual glass walls. Creating a home where one could entertain grown-ups was just as important as having a kid-friendly one. "When the home- owners were designing and building the home," says Arredondo Epeneter, "they wanted to make sure it would work perfectly for different usages." She recounts a recent party, where the home was transformed: lit aglow, with doors open to a magical fresh- air setting with wine tastings and live music. In addition to a dedicated wine room for storing favorite vintages for such get-to- gethers, the home has plenty of guest parking along the street. "I always remind people that there's a big difference between a spec home and a custom built home," says Arredondo Epeneter, whose background is rooted in high-end residential construction and design. ‹is home is the latter, created as a lifetime family residence for its homeowners, who carefully thought out its every detail, from the authentic hardwood floors to the double-insulated walls, and the flourish of special features for making the most of this charmed California setting. "You don't feel like you have to go anywhere, because everything is right here," she says of the home, adding with a chuckle: "I don't know if I'd ever leave." P R E S E N T E D B Y Denise Arredondo Epeneter DRE #02056263 of Silver King Brokers 310.343.3789 List Price $5,675,000