The Little-Big House – Revisited

This LA property was converted from a cramped shack to an airy and bright home. Architects Annie Ritz and Daniel Rabin heavily altered the layout to maximize space, natural light and airflow. Named The Little-Big House by the clients, the project involved gutting the interior of the property and reorganising the rooms to create the illusion of greater space. “We took on the task of transforming a cramped, poorly sub-divided 1960s house into an open, hip, hillside home,” – Annie Ritz and Daniel Rabin

The selection of finishes create a light scandi feel, with hints of colour and fun geometric patterns. Walls and ceilings were painted white, while a wood floor links the living spaces together. Shelving installed high up helps to keep clutter out of the way. The kitchen area features a marbled countertop and splash back, with cupboard fronts in a very pale vintage green. From here, a sliding glass door provides access to a small patio.

“Built-ins, a textural fireplace and custom seating helped to distinguish each living zone and give the open space definition,” said Ritz and Rabin. The fireplace consists of the subtle yet beautiful Rombini tile by Mutina designed by Ronan and Erwan Bourollec. Adding subtle textures throughout a home adds depth and layers. This little gem showcases the cleaver ways on how to create a spacious feel from a small space.

Photography is by James Elliot Bailey