Tim Barber Architects has reimagined this 1930s Spanish bungalow in the heart of Los Angeles, California’s Miracle Mile, a dreamy, tree-lined street. This 3,000-square-foot residence offered the convenient walkability the homeowner sought, but lacked the homey allure they craved after world travels. Alongside Scribe Studio, the team was commissioned to reimagine the home, adding light, function, and unequivocal charm.
This residence is part of a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ). Our work focused on balancing new design elements with key historical features, introducing new plumbing, lighting, and millwork throughout to complement existing windows, wrought iron railings, plaster details, and trim.
DESIGN DETAILS: ARCHITECT Tim Barber Architects INTERIOR DESIGN Scribe Studio CONSTRUCTION Osinoff General Contractors
Outside, exterior doors and windows were upgraded to improve energy efficiency while reflecting the existing historical profiles. In the rear courtyard, a new ADU (replacing the existing garage) features a bedroom/living room, a bath, and a kitchen. Now, this earthy, artful retreat reflects the homeowner’s love for global travel and history – with a splash of the unexpected.
What We Love About This Home
This Spanish bungalow blends historic charm with modern updates, creating warm, inviting living spaces that feel both timeless and refreshed. Thoughtfully reimagined, the home balances preserved architectural details with added light and improved function. From the reimagined living spaces to the spa-like owner’s bathroom, every detail reflects an appreciation for craftsmanship, artistry, and layered design.
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Downstairs, the architects transformed the kitchen into a bright, open-concept space with a breakfast area, flanked by a new pantry, compact bar, and laundry room. They advocated to retain the dining room’s intricately carved wood ceiling, inspiring a statement piece adorned with a bold new paint color – alongside a divine collection of global artwork.
Upstairs, the owner’s bathroom is the star of the home with raised ceilings, heated flooring, and memorable materials, including a marble-clad soaking tub and brass shower enclosure, all beautifully selected by Scribe Studio.
PHOTOGRAPHER Harris Kenjar
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