ON THE COVER Historic Wonder: A perfect marriage of past and present, this quaint Santa Monica cottage’s cozy exterior is et with a sleek, contemporary interior for marvelous modern day living presented by Charles Pence and John Hathorn of Pence Hathorn Silver at Partners Trust.
Here, a conversation with David Montalba, FAIA, SIA, LEED AP, proves that when it comes to restaurant design, presentation is not just about the plate. It’s an absolutely crucial component of the dining experience as a whole—and the restaurant itself.
If not looking for it, one might zip right past 13107 Boca De Canon Lane. The pale green house on the corner seems to blend into the foliage waving in the gentle winds that blow through Mandeville Canyon. Despite the three-car garage and large, wide driveway that offers visitors a space to park, there is little about the home’s exterior that hints at what’s found within. But push through the wooden gate in the stucco wall, walk down the wide stone slabs and open the large wood-framed glass door and like Alice dropping into Wonderland, surprises await.
