A peaceful backyard sanctuary featuring a crackling fire pit surrounded by comfortable seating, paired with a gently cascading stream over natural stone, creating the perfect setting for relaxation and connection with nature.

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The treefull front garden includes an IdealMow Meadow retaining a steep slope to a petite turf grass lawn. Floating concrete stairs traverse the hillside. The permeable driveway bands allow stormwater to permeate to reduce runoff and support foliage.

During the January 2025 LA Fires, wood fences were one of the top 2 sources for home ignition, according to a CAL FIRE + IBHS after-fire assessment. Should the wood fence here ignite, this metal portion would not transfer fire to the home.

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Removing foliage and adding ember resistant materials under the home's eves created patio seating from a walkway. The homeowers delight in the mix of natural and river rock - and being able to host more friends. The metal furnishings are non-combustible and can stay put on red flag days.

Countertop is Caesarstone Taj Royal quartz. Solera 3218C Single bowl 18 gauge Stainless Steel sink. Pfister Venturi single handle pull down sprayer kitchen with a Spot Defense in Stainless Steel. Backsplash is American Olean, Color Appeal 3x6 glass subway tile in the Oxford Tan.

California native Oregon Grape provides another perfect complement to the Spanish tile doorway.California lilac brings its soft blue blooms in early spring. Once they fade, Oregon grape steps in, producing otherworldly blue berries.

While they miss the architectural beauty of the Eucalyptus, the garden feels more private and green as succession trees take hold. The Engleman Oak in the corner was planted before the loss of the Eucalyptus. The native Elderberry had nearly attained full size by the time it failed.

Roll up storm shutters provide the ultimate in security and storm protection for your home or business. These hurricane shutters attach above the window, roll up and store in a discrete enclosed box when not in use. You can lower them with either a hand crank or by the push of a button, and they lock in place for the ultimate storm protection. They also provide you with an extra layer of defense against crime and also reduce your energy costs year round. Specially designed to provide maximum strength and insulation from sun, storm, heat, noise, and weather extremes, our Carolina rolling shutters are the very best available.

Bespoke motorized impact screens custom-engineered for arched architectural openings. Operating in the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ), this kinetic shielding provides deployable Category 5 defense while seamlessly retracting to preserve the estate's custom archway sightlines. A masterclass in integrating NOA-certified security without compromising complex, high-end architectural design.

The al fresco dining space sits between the Zone 0s of the home and the office. The homeowners love hosting dinners here. Because human-made materials are the most easy-to-ignite and flammable fuels on any property, the fabric umbrella and cushions are stored when not in use.

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The home's ember resistant Zone 0 is not visible from the street. The gravel band at the curb was added to facilitate safe travel through the sidewalk free space to a nearby elementary school. When viewed with wildfire-ready eyes, it serves as an ember resistant buffer between the garden and two high-power fire-fuels: trash bins and cars.

Seamless integration of custom motorized roll-down impact screens. Designed to protect expansive outdoor living spaces, this dual-purpose kinetic shielding provides Category 5 HVHZ wind-load defense and daily UV control at the push of a button. The housing and tracks are architecturally integrated to completely disappear when retracted, ensuring the estate's uninterrupted sightlines are never compromised.

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