The Duplex project on Indiana Ave in Venice has broken ground and is under construction. The residence is the first by the Be Sane Group whose goal is to build sustainable projects that promote good health in all of its aspects. The project will also put an emphasis on sustainability with water reclamation, solar energy generation and the latest technologies for air purification and minimization of harmful EMF's. "A Sane Home enables you to live healthier and longer through new building technologies and programs that connect body, mind and soul to nature through its elements – earth, water, air and fire."
Coolidge and Rubens Residences to be on Dwell 2016 Home Tour
The recently Completed Rubens Residence and Coolidge remodel have been selected to be on the 2016 Dwell Home Tour in Mar Vista on Sunday, June 19, 2016 between 10 AM and 4:00 PM. If would like to attend or see more information and photos, CLICK HERE.
Meridian House installs Rainwater Catchment
As water becomes a more limited resource, the Meridian House has installed a 500-gallon rainwater catchment system. The system was installed by Water Recycling Systems with a grant from the City of Santa Monica. The system moves the Meridian home one step closer to Net Zero.
See Meridian House on "Real Homes" on the W Network
The W Network has just launched "Real Homes"- a new program that visits interesting homes and interviews those that live in them. You will see some amazing houses and hear about what works and what doesn't in this short video (NOTE: Meridian House is up first): https://vimeo.com/136819661
Meridian House on KTLA Channel 5
In anticipation of the Modern Home Tours, Gayle Anderson interviews the Architect of the Meridian House, Thane Roberts, to discuss the features of the House for the KTLA Morning and Afternoon News. Here is the link: http://ktla.com/2015/09/10/modern-home-tours/
Meridian House Featured in LA Daily News
The September 3, 2015 Issue of the LA Daily News has an article (click to open) that features the Meridian House as one of several on the upcoming Modern Homes Beach Cities Tour. For those wishing to go on the tour, you can get a $ 5 discount off the ticket price by using the Discount Code "ROBERTS". If you attend, I hope that you will make time to come visit us at the Meridian House in Ocean Park.
House on Modern Homes Tour
The Meridian House has been selected to be on the 2015 LA Beach Cities Modern Homes Tour. The Tour is scheduled to take place on September 12, 2015 from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. It will feature homes in the following beach cities- Santa Monica, Venice, Hermosa Beach among others.
The total cost of the tour for all homes will be $ 30.00. Click here for more information.
Ruben's Residence nears Completion
The Ruben's residence that began construction in February is slated for completion in early August, a little over 7 months after construction began. The 2,500 SF residence opens to a pool in its side yard for afternoon sun and will have a semi-private garden/patio in its front yard for morning light. The design prioritized a connection to outdoor activities and natural light for this new family's first home.
Ground Breaking for Rubens Residence
The official ground breaking for the new residence on Rubens Ave. took place last week 3 months after the project as submitted for permit. The expected "build out" period is 6 months.