In LA, 50s garage becomes ideal backyard home with precise built-ins

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  • Опубліковано 2 гру 2024

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  • @nopenadaOG
    @nopenadaOG 7 місяців тому +44

    OBSESSED with how they approached adding natural light. 🎉❤

    • @kirstendirksen
      @kirstendirksen  7 місяців тому +23

      Yeah, the apartment building next door was really blocking a lot of natural light, but they managed to maximize exposure on the other side. When inside you had no sense of the apartments looming above.

  • @sashastarshanti3599
    @sashastarshanti3599 7 місяців тому +36

    I absolutely love this beautiful space. The gardens too... I have gleaned inspiration from this piece, thank you all.

  • @searchingfortruth619
    @searchingfortruth619 7 місяців тому +41

    This is one of the most creative uses of space I've seen. Truly amazing and inspirational. Ranks among one of your best videos. I just wish we got to see the bedroom and other areas in more detail.

  • @dianehinson2170
    @dianehinson2170 7 місяців тому +20

    So well designed. Making the most of a small space.

  • @carolz5090
    @carolz5090 7 місяців тому +9

    Kirsten, I LOVE THIS HOME. So many innovative solutions to light, storage, function and privacy as well as being beautiful. Bravo!

  • @jonchalk3855
    @jonchalk3855 7 місяців тому +6

    Love the warmth of the varnished plywood. The "hidden" windows are a great idea.

  • @blueman5924
    @blueman5924 7 місяців тому +10

    Seriously, this place eclipses so many others with it’s unique features and all that beautiful plywood. 👍👍

    • @thomasschafer7268
      @thomasschafer7268 7 місяців тому

      😅😅😅schöne Fenster. Und bei den Preisen wird euch allen schlecht. Bodentief. Keine Schwelle. Was ist denn bei einem Unwetter mit dem Wasser?

  • @TEPO--
    @TEPO-- 6 місяців тому +1

    Wonderful, in so many ways !
    I appreciate the use of "privacy" windows/lights wells towards the condos, terrific lighting. The "Soltice" windows are FAB. As a nod to the ancient Maya, Aztec, Stonehenge, etc. Solstice, eclipses and the unique phases of the moon both acknowledged and celebrated by such a lovely approach. A delightful space of vissionaries, creatives to enjoy solo moments of relaxtion and inspiration and or gathering for the joys of sharing.
    Wonderful, thatnk you.

  • @nopelindoputraperkasa5869
    @nopelindoputraperkasa5869 7 місяців тому +8

    Nice sharing vidio..! Very inspiring and useful🇮🇩😍👍👍

  • @ChristineC-nk5fd
    @ChristineC-nk5fd 7 місяців тому +4

    Awesome place. Sense of peace surrounds one. Thank you for the visit ❤

  • @briangarrow448
    @briangarrow448 7 місяців тому +13

    This reminds me of a house I looked at buying about 30 years ago. It was built by the local Carpenters Union Apprenticeship Program in conjunction with the area Plywood Manufacturers Association in Grays Harbor, Washington. The home was built in the 50’s and had that kind of styling and had a huge amount of built In cabinetry. The other thing I remember about the home, which was an estate sale as the original owner had passed away and the family had moved out of the area, was a poster I noticed on one bedroom wall. It was an original Beatles concert poster that had been a prized possession of the teenage girl who grew up in the home back in the early 60’s. I didn’t buy the house, or the poster, and I wonder who owns the home today.

  • @colortura
    @colortura 7 місяців тому +4

    Kirsten another amazing video. I think my favorite videos are the garage conversions and the ADU's. These home designs seem normal. I'm not really into extreme designs. More videos like this please.

  • @wtogspedersen860
    @wtogspedersen860 7 місяців тому +7

    Amazing build. ❤️

  • @dameanvil
    @dameanvil 7 місяців тому +1

    - [00:43] 🏡 They transformed an old garage into a multifunctional home.
    - [01:08] 🌞 They designed the building to bring in light from every side while maintaining privacy.
    - [01:26] 🚽 The bathroom features a skylight and clerestory windows for natural light.
    - [02:00] 🎉 The space is designed for hosting parties with a dynamic layout and ample room for guests.
    - [02:24] 🌳 The sloped ceiling was strategically designed to block views from a nearby condo and maintain privacy in the garden.
    - [03:59] 🌅 The "Solstice Windows" align perfectly to let sunlight in during the summer solstice.
    - [05:24] 🎥 The space includes a drop-down screen for movie screenings, adding to its multifunctionality.
    - [06:00] 💡 The space serves as a creative hub, inspiring writing and filmmaking.
    - [07:05] 🎨 The built-in furniture minimizes clutter, letting the woodwork serve as art.
    - [08:11] 🍷 Functional features like hidden wine racks and movable coffee tables enhance convenience.
    - [09:35] 🐾 A small door allows pets like dogs or cats easy access to the outdoors.
    - [10:38] 🛋 The space's dynamic flow caters to various activities, from movie nights to creative sessions.
    - [11:22] 🌿 Living in the peaceful space has encouraged a slower pace of life and increased patience.

  • @Brian-nt1hh
    @Brian-nt1hh 7 місяців тому +10

    ADU units, done properly will be a godsend to owners/renters/leasors

    • @Atom_Atomic
      @Atom_Atomic 7 місяців тому +5

      I live in an ADU, and love that I don't have to share walls, and get to live in a cute older neighborhood. Everything is energy efficient as well. My place is where my landlord's old unattached garage was, and fits in with the vibe of the neighborhood.

  • @kyrie2516
    @kyrie2516 7 місяців тому +4

    What an amazing space developed from an old garage. Beautiful design the built in hidden spaces make this a comfortable home. I want the interior design plans if they are available! ❤😅🎉

  • @loriturner609
    @loriturner609 7 місяців тому

    I come here to collect ideas and inspiration for my future home build… and this one was a treasure chest! The LIGHT! The built ins! Such a pleasant place to live.

  • @peterjensen1455
    @peterjensen1455 6 місяців тому +1

    Exceptionally creative.

  • @RealSalica
    @RealSalica 7 місяців тому +4

    I absolutely love it ! And the chairs look great , I don't know why he is not happy about them . With a Murakami n the wall😍

    • @kirstendirksen
      @kirstendirksen  7 місяців тому +2

      Good catch on the Murakami. Nico and I also loved the chairs. Didn't dig to find out why he didn't like them.

  • @kendraicu
    @kendraicu 7 місяців тому +5

    Amazing Space!!!!! 😇Thanks!!

  • @veronherrera
    @veronherrera 7 місяців тому +4

    love everything on this project

  • @raimonda6653
    @raimonda6653 7 місяців тому +1

    Very magical place ! ❤

  • @zounds13
    @zounds13 2 місяці тому

    This may be my favorite of all of the places you've featured.

  • @bonilla2022
    @bonilla2022 7 місяців тому +1

    WOW, looks like it's in the city. Amazing space.

  • @pamsmith7369
    @pamsmith7369 7 місяців тому +1

    I want that eclipse window!
    Love it!

  • @skyeseaborn1170
    @skyeseaborn1170 27 днів тому

    Great episode! Thank you!

  • @budgetaudiophilelife-long5461
    @budgetaudiophilelife-long5461 7 місяців тому +2

    🙋‍♂️🤗THANKS KIRSTEN 😎 A UNIQUE BUILDING…MAXIMIZING SPACE 💚💚💚

  • @levekonline
    @levekonline 7 місяців тому +11

    Loving this black cat skunk looney tunes moment

    • @kirstendirksen
      @kirstendirksen  7 місяців тому +3

      Ha. Good summary of that moment. It was super odd for me to be so close to a skunk and really no one else, except Nico, seemed that bothered by it. I guess it's a common thing in that neighborhood.

  • @ClareMartini
    @ClareMartini 5 місяців тому

    Fabulous and innovative design, love this

  • @ricromrec
    @ricromrec 2 місяці тому

    Really like the way this unfolded…

  • @1_viewer
    @1_viewer 7 місяців тому

    Nice space. The garden is lovely too.

  • @ehall6136
    @ehall6136 6 місяців тому +1

    Are you able to share the dimensions and or a floor plan? What a cool place!

  • @Here_Today_
    @Here_Today_ 7 місяців тому +1

    Well done!

  • @murraywagnon1841
    @murraywagnon1841 7 місяців тому +1

    Nice space!

  • @salscycleshop3416
    @salscycleshop3416 7 місяців тому

    That's Beautiful!!

  • @janegardener1662
    @janegardener1662 4 місяці тому

    This is really nice. Reminds me of an Airstream, but bigger.

  • @micheleboschert175
    @micheleboschert175 7 місяців тому

    Excellent design.

  • @susanr5546
    @susanr5546 6 місяців тому

    Excellent design!

  • @messenger4969
    @messenger4969 7 місяців тому +1

    very nice!

  • @bdmenne
    @bdmenne 7 місяців тому +1

    Dope place!

  • @cygnusrays
    @cygnusrays 7 місяців тому

    Utilitarian art! Love it❣

  • @Pieterseboy
    @Pieterseboy 7 місяців тому

    love love love love!!!!

  • @billger5710
    @billger5710 7 місяців тому +1

    nice to see some creativity and unique response to the site vs pre-fab which can be cool but not as creative or warm.

  • @dews3340
    @dews3340 7 місяців тому +5

    So nice.... From the Ozarks USA drinking free fresh spring water 💦 this morning 🌄🌄

  • @sharionboyd9364
    @sharionboyd9364 6 місяців тому

    So very beautiful

  • @knottytoob
    @knottytoob 7 місяців тому +2

    AHAmazing!

  • @larrypilcher3791
    @larrypilcher3791 7 місяців тому +3

    The diner bench would be a little too hard long term.

  • @jws44444
    @jws44444 7 місяців тому +1

    Feels like Frank Loyd Wright that never made it and ended up in his custom trailer.

  • @jetsilla
    @jetsilla 7 місяців тому

    Yesirreee, Kirsten!

  • @nathaliely1839
    @nathaliely1839 7 місяців тому

    very nice

  • @abigailfolowoshele3527
    @abigailfolowoshele3527 7 місяців тому +3

    Wow 🤩 give me the architects address. I need something like this. So satisfying to imagine yourself in there.

    • @kirstendirksen
      @kirstendirksen  7 місяців тому +1

      Here's his website www.colterandco.com/ (email is there)

  • @joanneganon7157
    @joanneganon7157 7 місяців тому

    Very Cool.
    Nicely Done, Sir 🎉
    JO JO IN VT 💞

  • @sr9253
    @sr9253 7 місяців тому

    I wonder how much this cost. Also, does that large window to the yard have a screen?

  • @mex5341
    @mex5341 7 місяців тому

    What was the cost approx?

  • @GreatBunny
    @GreatBunny 7 місяців тому +1

    And this can be yours for the low low price of 2.2 million!

  • @kdizzystl
    @kdizzystl 3 місяці тому

    Is it code?

  • @motionsick
    @motionsick 3 місяці тому

    Thats a good kitty. The skunk is no match for that big boy.

  • @mariajoseribeiro7025
    @mariajoseribeiro7025 7 місяців тому

    Hi miss Kirsten 😎🍹🇪🇺

  • @KArtoaT
    @KArtoaT 7 місяців тому

    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

  • @creolelady182
    @creolelady182 7 місяців тому +3

    I am curious to know how that property is zoned? he renovated the garage into a livable space. which means the square footage has changed. . I wonder if he had to get a variance because of the city's setbacks from the property lines on each side and the front

    • @shastafog2516
      @shastafog2516 7 місяців тому +1

      Lovely use of a old building.
      That mirror on exhaust would always be dirty if you dare to cook.😜

    • @utooboobnoob
      @utooboobnoob 7 місяців тому +2

      @@upshiftgo Los Angeles, as well as other California municipalities, has change their stance and now promote ADUs: "ADUs and MTHs are allowed in any zone that allows for residential use by right and where there is a proposed or existing dwelling unit on the lot. JADUs are allowed in single family zones where there is a proposed or existing single family dwelling on the lot. "

    • @nautilusshell940
      @nautilusshell940 7 місяців тому +8

      Its an ADU accessory dwelling unit. Many california cities are allowing them to be built out into livable space but they likely have a size limit. Having the existing garage likely allowed approval for theirs to be grandfathered in as long as they kept most of the original structure. Its a sort of loophole.

    • @briangarrow448
      @briangarrow448 7 місяців тому +4

      Due to the incredible expense of new housing, many cities are amending zoning regulations to allow smaller mother in law homes to be built on standard city lots. The idea is to offer affordable options to buyers and increase population density in residential neighborhoods. This is a positive step forward in my opinion, but I am sure there are some who hate this trend.

  • @MrPhotodoc
    @MrPhotodoc 7 місяців тому +1

    I like everything except the tree growing through the roof. Growing up in the Midwest I've seen too many trees actually destroy the house.

  • @JP77999
    @JP77999 7 місяців тому

    👍

  • @craigcampbell1843
    @craigcampbell1843 7 місяців тому

    This is basically what I want but a treehouse and the whole west facing wall of the house will be glass.

  • @yvonnehyatt8353
    @yvonnehyatt8353 7 місяців тому

    Thank you for your videos.Please study-Ernesto Sirolli and Daniel Priestley thanks

  • @123Abdoxm
    @123Abdoxm 7 місяців тому

    ش❤🎉🎉

  • @mariahpocahontas4751
    @mariahpocahontas4751 7 місяців тому

    #rhegsvlogbuilders

  • @matureyoungman
    @matureyoungman 5 місяців тому

    nice house to watch a nuclear mushroom from

  • @mrs.manrique7411
    @mrs.manrique7411 7 місяців тому

    Well now I want to watch Jaltäña.
    Watch out for views @Cristhian Barron

    • @kirstendirksen
      @kirstendirksen  7 місяців тому

      His film looks great. And the trailer was cut to a great piece of Bolivian music (I had to cut that because of copyright), but here is the original ua-cam.com/video/iPhhk2Z3E7Y/v-deo.html

  • @heythave
    @heythave 6 місяців тому

    The yellow color of the plywood is nauseating. The walls and furniture could have been a peaceful, concrete grey color, which would have complemented the outside green better. The design could have brought in more light

  • @Fazzrito
    @Fazzrito 7 місяців тому +1

    his toyota is about 30 000 $. Well, yes, he can afford to do such construction.

  • @onrycodger
    @onrycodger 7 місяців тому +1

    Wow! That's Heavy and Far Out there sister....an you got a glimpse of Pe'pe LaPew!😁🦨