This article was originally written by Kathryn M. and published by DWELL.com
This one-bedroom home offers classic tongue-and-groove ceilings, beveled subway tile, and built-in cherry cabinetry.
A recently listed bungalow in the Los Angeles neighborhood of Highland Park takes its perch upon a terraced hillside lot. Originally built in 1910, the 750-square-foot home was gut renovated by its current owners to maximize interior space and incorporate chic new finishes. As an additional incentive, the property comes with approved expansion plans that clear the way for a larger structure or backyard ADU.
Built in 1910, this renovated bungalow is sited on a sloping lot between Palm View Drive and Lewis Street in Highland Park. Several terraced sections provide areas for gardening or entertaining in the front and rear yards.
Accessible from the front porch, French doors opens into the living area, which is complete with a vaulted tongue-and-groove ceiling and a built-in desk along one side.
The vaulted living area offers a reading loft and a vintage-style fireplace, while the two-toned kitchen comes with WiFi-enabled appliances and a beveled tile backsplash. Custom cherry built-ins complement the original tongue-and-groove ceiling, as do the bamboo floors that run throughout the home. Other features include Velux solar-powered smart skylights, a water filtration system and softener, as well as a custom California closet system.
The desk extends to meet a bench with storage underneath. The cherry built-ins complement new bamboo floors and wood trim.
A closer look at the wraparound desk.
The living area features a vintage-style fireplace and sliding glass doors leading to a rear patio.
The .12-acre lot is straddled between two streets, offering terraced gardens in the front and rear yards. A shady rear patio is accessible from the living area and kitchen, while the front porch offers mountain views. The $799,000 listing also comes with approved plans for an extension of the current residence. Keep scrolling to see more.
Another view of the living area reveals a ladder that leads up to a small loft.
The loft offers space for a cozy reading nook or additional storage.
Just off the living area, the kitchen features two shades of cabinetry and a white backsplash made of beveled subway tile.
The kitchen offers ample cabinetry, along with high-end Thermador appliances. A skylight illuminates the space with natural light.
Sliding glass doors open up to the back patio, where a staircase leads up to terraced vegetable gardens and fruit trees.
A look back toward the living area. The bathroom is tucked into a corner straight ahead.
The bedroom is located on the opposite side of the kitchen.
A painted tongue-and-groove ceilings offer a muted aesthetic, while windows provide natural light from two sides.
The front porch looks out on views of the surrounding hills and San Gabriel Mountains in the distance.