The artistic spirit of this home is evident from the moment you walk through the door. The walls of every room are lined with original paintings and contemporary prints, with tapestries adding a sense of boho-chic to the bright, airy spaces. The host’s use of natural materials, carefully sourced artisan furniture, and thoughtful design come together to create a space that’s as aesthetically pleasing as it is inviting. Brush past the trailing houseplants and curl up on the couch with a book borrowed from the overflowing shelves, or ascend to the rooftop terrace to look over the neighbourhood's palm trees and painted houses – it’s pretty enough to make anyone crack out the watercolours. As you may have guessed from the carefree California style, this home is just a twenty-five-minute walk from Venice Beach, and a short walk will bring you to any number of coffee shops, cute boutiques, and incredible eateries.

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