THE BUILDERS
SRL CONSTRUCTION STEVE LARKIN
643 Cypress Ave., Hermosa Beach 310-505-6541 | info@SRL-construction.com | srl-construction.com DESCRIBE THE FEATURED PROJECT.
The backyard is accessible from the entire east
Behind the private gates of Rolling Hills, Sad-
side of the house, no matter which room or area
dleback is a contemporary take on the ranch
you are in. There is a grassy yard for their dogs,
house. The design of the home echoes the
a bright blue pool with stunning views, horse
owners’ Brazilian roots and modern aesthetic.
stables and corral area. The owners took advan-
Located on over an acre of land with panoramic
tage of the detached guest quarters above the
ocean views from Malibu to the Port of Los An-
stables by making it into a home office.
geles, this home is stunning. Upon entering the home you feel the warmth of the sunlight coming through the Hope’s steel sliding door system. The living area has mahogany tongue-and-groove high ceilings, and you are naturally led to the patio, backyard and pool. The transition from the wide plank white French oak floors to the exterior California limestone is perfection for the open concept of this home. Equipped with two kitchens—a modern
TELL US ABOUT YOUR FIRM AND THE SERVICES YOU OFFER. We are a full-service general contractor providing turnkey operations. A South Bay resident since 1971, owner Steve Larkin has great insight into the unique and modern beach lifestyle that is sought after here. Steve has a genuine connection with each client and project. His attention to detail, work ethic and relationship with other trades is unparalleled.
art. The sleek, modern kitchen is equipped
WHAT IS THE MOST VALUABLE SERVICE YOU OFFER CLIENTS?
with an Island wrapped in quartzite slab with
Steve’s insight after 20 years in the industry is
a custom wood bar accent. The stainless-steel
the most valuable service we offer. Working
appliances and natural stone floors complete
in the Beach Cities typically confines one to a
the modern vision. The Brazilian kitchen is
limited footprint. The current trend of an open
American and a Brazilian—both are pieces of
equipped with a French La Cornue range and
floor plan in the modern home increases the dif-
pizza oven. The tile floor is a fun mosaic pattern
ficulty of the build by the beach. There are ever
breathing life into this contemporary take on a
increasing structural requirements, new energy
traditional Brazilian cozinha.
codes and other nuances that are simplified by
Down the floating staircase, the basement level is dedicated to entertaining with a wine
having Steve as your general contractor. His approach is hands-on, proactive and he always
cellar, bar, home theatre, gym, attached spa with
finds creative solutions that lead to a more ef-
soaking tub, dry sauna and treatment room.
ficient, high-quality build.
SOUTHBAY HOME I 2017
155