Silver lake Custom Retreat

Private Client | Full-Scale Renovation | White Oak Millwork & Modular Kitchen | 3,700 sq ft | Silver Lake, CA

Tucked into a quiet corner of Silver Lake, this 3,700 sq ft home was fully reimagined with a clean, modern aesthetic and rich natural materials. While the existing structure remained intact, we performed a full interior renovation—removing walls, upgrading systems, and layering in custom craftsmanship throughout. The result is a warm, design-forward retreat that feels intentional in every detail.

Bright, modern, open-concept kitchen with a large island, black bar stools, wood accents, and a large window showing greenery outside.
Interior of a modern home with a partial view of a colorful, patterned wallpaper with plants and butterflies, a wooden railing, and wooden floorboards.
Interior view of a modern entryway with a wooden staircase and decorative wooden room divider, white walls, and contemporary lighting fixtures.
Modern bathroom with pink tiled walls, a white bathtub with black fixtures, a glass-enclosed shower area, and a large window with a green view.

Project Details

Project Name: Silver Lake Custom
Location: Silver Lake, California
Client: Private Residence
Project Type: Full-Scale Renovation + Expansion
Square Footage: 3,900 sq ft
Completion Year: 2022
Architectural Style: Midcentury Modern + Contemporary
Site Type: Hillside Property

Scope of work:

  • Full interior renovation and layout reconfiguration

  • Framing and structural adjustments for improved flow

  • Kitchen replacement with European modular system

  • Custom millwork throughout using solid white oak

  • Lighting, finish, and hardware upgrades in every space

  • Stair, railing, and accent wall refinements

Featured Materials:

  • Solid white oak (cabinetry, railings, paneling)

  • Matte lacquer European kitchen modules

  • Honed quartz countertops and backsplash

  • Porcelain tile and designer wallpaper

  • Brass and matte black hardware

  • Integrated LED lighting and dimmable track systems

Smart Home Systems:

  • Smart lighting controls with programmable scenes

  • Built-in speakers and AV wiring throughout common areas

  • Wi-Fi enabled thermostat and climate zoning

  • Prepared for future expansion into full home automation

Modern open-concept kitchen with a large island, white cabinets, double ovens, colorful teapot, and large window with greenery outside.
Interior view of a modern home with white walls, wooden flooring, and a decorative wooden and floral room divider. There is a skylight and a staircase with wooden steps in the background.
Entryway with wooden stairs, a wooden decorative screen, and a white door in a modern home.
Modern bathroom with pink tile accents, a white toilet, a built-in bathtub with black fixtures, a walk-in shower with a glass divider and black showerhead, and a window with greenery outside.

Design Highlights

Design Highlights

  • Modular European kitchen system with matte lacquer fronts

  • Custom white oak paneling, railings, and built-ins

  • Warm neutral palette with textured wallpaper and brass accents

  • Architectural lighting for stairwells, hallways, and niches

  • Open, breathable layout tailored to the home's natural light

Construction Highlights

  • Selective demolition and structural framing upgrades

  • Seamless integration of modular kitchen systems

  • Precision installation of custom white oak components

  • Upgraded electrical and lighting infrastructure

  • Floating stair system with engineered supports

Modern kitchen with white cabinets, a kitchen island, bar stools, and large windows showing greenery outside. Colorful floral wallpaper on one wall and wooden accents.
Interior view of a modern home with a wooden staircase, a colorful floral-patterned wall, and white walls and ceiling. Natural light streams in, illuminating the space.
Interior entryway with wooden stairs, a modern wooden slatted partition, white walls, and ceiling, with a door and a gold-colored wall-mounted light fixture.
Modern bathroom with pink tiled walls, a walk-in shower with black fixtures and a glass partition, a white toilet, and a large bathtub with black fixtures next to a window showing greenery outside.