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5 ABOVE: Perched in the exclusive Bird Streets neighborhood of the Hollywood Hills, the 6,000-square-foot Bluejay residence was completely re-imagined to maximize the site's sweeping Los Angeles views while reflecting the homeowner's trendsetting lifestyle. The open-plan great room includes a living area and a long wraparound bar that is made for communal seating and entertaining. Behind the bar, a vertical stainless steel wine refrigerator extends all the way to the ceiling, thus providing a seamless way to solve for the lack of a wine room in the home. The LED lighting underneath the countertops echoes the mood of the pool yet again uniting the indoor and outdoor spaces. "Great architecture does more than just work—it transcends itself, its occupants, and its environment." –Dean Larkin a r c h i t e c t u r e FACING PAGE TOP: The master suite was relocated to the main level to integrate more fully into the entertainment complex of the home, likewise taking full advantage of the pool. A covered seating lounge with a custom-designed outdoor sofa bed extends the sleeping area outside, where the continuation of the bedroom's stained walnut ceilings and floors also blurs the lines between the inside and outside. FACING PAGE BOTTOM: While the property sits directly on the street, a walled-in entry sequence creates a sense of drama and privacy while setting the tone for the rest of the space. The limestone pathway, lit from underneath, appears to be floating as it entrancingly guides the way to the front door. Photographs courtesy of Dean Larkin Design

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