Description
Dive into the artistic world of Los Angeles with *City of Angels*, a captivating showcase that celebrates exquisite homes and gardens designed by the industry's leading architects and designers. This stunning coffee table book features an inspiring array of thirty uniquely styled residences nestled across LA's diverse neighborhoods, blending the city's iconic Mediterranean climate with its vibrant outdoor lifestyle. From the luxurious Malibu beach house by renowned designer Kelly Wearstler to the exotic ranch of Hutton Wilkinson in the Santa Monica Mountains, this book captures the spirit of LA's architectural brilliance. Discover the midcentury modern masterpiece by Schindler, the elegant Pacific Palisades villa designed by Oliver Furth, and experience the vertigo-inducing glass box by John Lautner nestled in the Hollywood Hills. Additionally, delve into the lush overgrown gardens surrounding Richard Shapiro's stunning Hispano-Moorish home in Holmby Hills. Authored by Jennifer Ash Rudick and beautifully photographed by Firooz Zahedi, *City of Angels* is more than just a book; it’s an invitation to explore the harmonious blend of quirkiness, elegance, and Hollywood glamour that defines Los Angeles living. Perfect for architecture enthusiasts and design aficionados alike, this book is essential for anyone looking to immerse themselves in the artistic allure of LA's homes and gardens.