Living Room • 3110 Benedict Canyon Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Walls finished in breathable limewash. Main seating covered in rich saddle leather. Metal accents converted to unlacquered brass. A simpler light fixture hangs. A muted, textured rug grounds the space.
These changes create an authentic, grounded atmosphere. Surfaces visibly tell a story of time and interaction. Every element develops character. The room becomes more personal with interaction.
The room changes and deepens with time.
Design Philosophy
The design emphasizes Materiality. Elements are chosen for their inherent qualities and how they age. Temporal Design guides material selection. Surfaces are allowed to develop character over time and through use. This approach builds a deeply authentic and personal atmosphere.
Spatial Narrative
Your eye first lands on the simplified light fixture. You then move to the richly upholstered seating. The textured rug grounds the central living area.
Light Study
Morning light streams through arched doorways, highlighting the limewash's subtle texture. In the evening, softer lamps cast a warm glow, deepening the saddle leather's tone. Unlacquered brass elements reflect varying light qualities throughout the day.
Living Vignette
A hand slides across the smooth, worn leather of the sofa. The low-pile wool rug feels soft underfoot.
Material Palette
Limewash walls: Limewash walls feel soft and show subtle aging.
Full-grain saddle leather: Full-grain saddle leather softens and darkens with use.
Unlacquered brass: Unlacquered brass develops a rich, variable patina.
