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12.15.2017
PHOTOS COURTESY OF MATT WIER
SCANDINAVIAN STUNNER
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artners in both life and business, Ryan Brown and Diego Monchamp of L.A.-based Brown Design Group
(browndesigninc.com) fell in love with a 1960's Hollywood Hills home, purchased it from the original owner, and
then remodeled it down to the studs. eir intention? To work with its Mid-century architectural roots, but also
to design a residence suitable to their family lifesle by creating an indoor-outdoor flow, opening everything to
views of the pool and surrounding hills. "We both have a strong affini for clean, modern design," says Brown. "We also
entertain a lot and have a busy family life, so flow and layout are paramount." Known for their casual, California approach
to design, the pair began the remodel by incorporating 40 feet of sliding glass doors to the rear of the house to open it up
to the pool and to serve as a great feature for entertaining. ey raised the ceiling in the main living area, and infused
the interiors with materials such as wood, tile and bronze; vintage lighting; and a mix of old and new furniture from
favorite designers. ey also used an all-white base color for the interior (Dunn Edwards' Cool December) to spotlight
their vibrant artwork and furnishings. "is being our home, we moved a lot of artwork and accessories that we had
acquired over the years and that all have a story," says Brown. "Our dining table is a solid, 14-foot teak table that we have
had since we met and has lots of great memories attached. We like to be true to the architecture of our projects, and our
own home was no exception. Keeping the interior clean and classic allowed us to use great pieces that really reflect us."
