Midcentury Modern’s effortless style
The Midcentury Modern-inspired home of Eline Hissink and Scott Yasharian in Santa Monica meets the couple’s simple yet exacting standards.
(Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)The steel staircase in the entryway was delivered in three separate pieces by crane and final assembly was done on-site.
(Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)Pivoting walls of glass and painted concrete floors are part of the seamless design of this Santa Monica home.
(Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)Vintage lighting was carefully chosen from Danish Modern designers such as Arne Jacobsen, Verner Panton and Poul Henningsen.
(Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)The size of the bathroom wall was determined by the size of the oval, three-dimensional Heath tiles rather than the other way around.
(Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)The living room area of the Midcentury Modern home designed by Woods + Dangaran.
(Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)A wall of red cedar siding in the living room is a focal point.
(Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)Bedroom with tufted Poet sofa.
(Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)A bedroom showcases the home’s simple, spare aesthetic.
(Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)The homeowners’ appreciation for a clean space shows through in the simple decor.
(Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)A photograph is prominently displayed in an upstairs hallway.
(Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)In the study, the cut of the walnut drawers used to make the Fabricius & Kastholm BO-555 desk is exactly the same as the cut walnut used on nearby cabinetry.
(Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)Flowing sheaths of fabric hang next to the Scimitar reading chair made in Denmark and stitched in Italy.
(Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)The backyard features a deck and a lap pool that was painted a dark blue in contrast to midcentury protocol in order to look more natural.
(Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)Simple decor and abundant greenery highlight the backyard.
(Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)The backyard porch of the Santa Monica home.
(Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)The Florence Knoll dining table in the kitchen is a custom design.
(Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)Floating walnut shelves hold an edited selection of books.
(Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)Scott Yasharian is shown at the Santa Monica home he shares with Eline Hissink.
(Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)Eline Hissink and Scott Yasharian relax in their kitchen.
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