Besides working with the site's incline of the site, the corner window unit was the primary challenge. Because of its delicate construction, everything had to be perfect. The frame on the exterior of the window is made of aluminum, and has a gutter underneath to catch any runoff water from the window. The interior has a teak frame with a roll-down shade and lighting on the lip above the desk. "It was a very careful construction," says Mitchell. "It involved a lot of work, and a lot of help from the builders and the contractors. The collaboration on that aspect was great."
This outbuilding on the edge of Griffith Park sits atop a hillside, creating an inspiring workspace for a Hollywood writer. It also serves as a guesthouse.