#yucca street

[artdecodude]

On December 7th, 2023, the Art Deco Society of Los Angeles will go before the City of Los Angeles Cultural Heritage Commission to try & get this building Landmarked. Looking at these photos it’s difficult to see why it would get turned down but we’ll see… Photos taken March 2023.

[robertpallesen]

Blue Beaked Yucca, Portland, OR © Robert Pallesen

[f-ngrl]

2023.03.12 gist.the.artist 어제 콘서트 너무너무 재밌었고 정말 행복한 하루였습니다 !! 정말 열심히 했고 앞으로도 더 열심히 활동하면서 좋은 모습 보여드릴게요!! 항상 잘챙겨주시는 토일이형 너무 감사드리고 덕분에 이런 좋은 기회를 경험했네요 ㅠ 혼자서는 절대 경험 못할 날들을 보내고 있는거같아요 ㅎㅎ 어제와주신 모든 분들 다시 한번 감사드리고 앞으로도 더 멋진 행보로 보답하겠습니다. 사랑합니다 ❤️ @toil1204 감사해여 형🥺 📷 @parohgraphy

[witeksphotosofwroclaw]

Plants on Świdnicka St. - Wroclaw, Poland.

[archiveofaffinities]

Las Vegas, Fremont Street early 1950s, Mushroom clouds in the west from aboveground testing of nuclear devices at Frenchman and Yucca Flats by the Atomic Energy Commission

[oldshowbiz]

Rainbow Studios. 6272 Yucca Street.

[fragrantblossoms]

Edward Ruscha. Mock Up #17 (South West Corner of Yucca Street and McCadden Place), 1971. Gelatin silver print, glassine, pigment, pencil, and ink on board.

[csny]

Alaska: Igloo, Kodiak bear, Iditarod sled dog race, Denali

Hawaii: pearl harbor, pineapple

washington: Space Needle, apple, mt st helens, rainier national park

oregon: roses, lighthouse, crater lake, oregon trail, hiking

california: redwood tree, white water rafting, gold, golden gate bridge, silicon valley, yosemite national park, wine country, sierra nevada mountains, hollywood, joshua tree

nevada: silver, las vegas strip, hoover dam

idaho: gemstones, potatoes

montana: rocky mountains, glacier national park, grizzly bear, bison

wyoming: yellowstone national park, old faithful geyser, bucking bronco

utah: great salt lake, zion national park, skiing

arizona: lake mead, grand canyon national park, montezuma castle, turquoise, saguaro cactus

new mexico: pueblo, yucca plant, carlsbad caverns

colorado: rocky mountain national park, columbine flower, elk

north dakota: oil, wind energy

south dakota: crazy horse memorial, the badlands, mount rushmore

nebraska: chimney rock, bald eagle, train

kansas: tornadoes, dodge city, sunflower

oklahoma: tomato, wheat, osage shield

texas: cattle, prickly pear cactus, oil refinery, the alamo, NASA Johnson space Center

Minnesota: lake of the woods, wolf, deer

iowa: prairie grass, corn

missouri; Hog, gateway arch

arkansas: razorback hog, banjo

louisiana: crayfish, mardi gras, jazz music

wisconsin: dairy

illinois: Willis tower, tractor, lincoln

michigan: copper, iron ore, automobile manufacturing, motown

indiana: Car

ohio: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, tires

pennsylvania: street mill, liberty bell

new jersey: constitution

maryland: blue crab

virginia: mount vernon

north carolina: wright brothers national memorial, tobacco farm, great smoky mountains national park, appalachian mountains

south carolina: fort sumter

georgia: peanuts, peach

florida: oranges, kennedy space center, alligator, everglades national park

alabama: cotton, civil rights movement

mississippi: magnolia

tennessee: country music

kentucky: horse racing

west virginia: coal

new york: apple tree, financial market, statue of liberty

massachusetts: american revolution

vermont: maple syrup

new hampshire: fall colors

maine: acadia national park, moose, lobster

And don’t make me repeat it!!!!!!!

[enriquemzn262]

Best street food where you live?

That would be butifarra

It’s a type of sausage made out of pork, which is eaten at room temperature and with lemon, and usually accompanied with a type of yucca pastry called bollo de yuca.

[syngoniums]

More Street View in Onion Creek. I was having a hard time locating the original yuccas, so I went back yesterday to pinpoint the spot. I was one street off.

The Google pictures above date from 2009 and 2007. The original plant was well established 15 years ago (the house was built in 1979), though it lost its largest trunk at some point, and continued to decline from there. The house itself was demolished between 2015 and 2018 (2017, if property tax assessments are correct), which resulted in the last trunk being beheaded. It's still hanging on, though! I've taken two of the offsets home to give them a chance in a less hostile environment.

[dieletztepanzerhexe]

i finally got my cousin today to take my beautiful giant yucca to his flat. i have “obtained” this magnificent 2,5 m tall yucca in 2021 from the street (technically it wasn’t stealing - a year prior i met the yucca’s owner and she told me i can have it if i want, because she had to move and her new place was too small).

this summer i brought her outside my building so she could get more sun but then in autumn i didn’t have enough energy to bring her back to my apartment, because she’s reaaaaaaaaally heavy so it’s not an easy task. honestly i have no idea how did i manage to move her at all. so before the temperature dropped below 0 i brought her to the basement, where she has spent the last month. in the darkness...

here she is on the snow!

i’m very happy that i found her a new home. i love her, she really makes any space look like a jungle, she’s one of the most glorious plants i’ve seen (she’s a bit distressed after all the things that happened to her and doesn’t look her best in the photo, but she will heal quickly) but i just can’t own too many plants (and too big for that matter). i didn’t want to just give her away to any random person from f4(3b00k or something. I want to still be able to see her from time to time!

[robertpallesen]

Yucca, Portland, OR © Robert Pallesen

[f-ngrl]

바라클라바 REMIX (Feat. 스트릿 베이비, 제네 더 질라, 스키니 브라운, 카키, cwar, 김감전, 래원, 캄보, 던밀스) - 제이씨 유카, dnss | [DF LIVE]

Balaclava Remix (feat. Street Baby, Zene the Zilla, Skinny Brown, khakii, cwar, ksmartboi, Layone, Kambo, Don Mills) - Jayci yucca, dnss

[tonytomeo]

Down On The Corner

Yucca elephantipes at Taco Bell in San Luis Obispo in 1968. Down on the corner, or at least next door to the western corner of Olive Street at Santa Rosa Street in San Luis Obispo, Creedence Clearwater Revival stopped at Taco Bell, supposedly about the second of August of 1968, on their way from Palo Alto to Santa Monica. They were famous for such horticultural songs as ‘Run Through The Jungle’,…

[oldshowbiz]

Here’s Looking at You: Yucca Avenue and Vine Street

[modernarchitecturefirminla]

Custom Luxury Home Designs for Los Angeles’ Diverse Landscapes

Los Angeles’ diverse landscapes—from sun-kissed coastlines and rugged hillsides to urban areas and arid deserts—offer unique opportunities and challenges for custom home design. At Dean Larkin Design, we specialize in creating bespoke luxury homes that embrace these unique environments and enhance the quality of life for their inhabitants. Our approach combines innovative architectural solutions with sustainable practices to meet the specific needs of each setting, ensuring that each home is a perfect blend of form, function, and environmental awareness.

Commonly Asked Questions about Designing Custom Luxury Homes in LA

We design luxury homes in all types of landscapes. We have projects in progress in Joshua Tree, with its sandy landscapes full of protected yucca trees. We have done many urban projects, like our remodel of a condo once belonging to Robert Wise. The Swallow Project we completed with Bradley Bayou was set amidst the hills found in the Bird Streets of LA. With such variety, we hear a lot of questions about how we handle the different challenges, and today we will answer some of them. In upcoming articles, we will discuss these questions in more depth.

What are the benefits of custom home design?

Custom home design is the only kind we do. Our clients appreciate working with us as a team to allow tailored solutions that meet specific lifestyle and aesthetic preferences. Our goal is to ensure that every element of the home is created for the homeowner’s needs and desires, so they get wowed every time they come home.

How does landscape influence the architectural design of a custom home?

The landscape significantly influences architectural design by dictating the structural foundations, materials, and overall aesthetics. We also want to showcase the best views from the rooms most occupied by the homeowners, and this can mean unique orientations, panoramic windows, or unique lighting arrangements.

What sustainable practices are best for building in diverse Los Angeles climates?

Sustainable practices include using locally sourced materials, solar panels, and rainwater harvesting systems. We also make use of passive lighting and cooling systems among other things. These methods reduce the ecological footprint and enhance the energy efficiency of homes across varying Los Angeles climates.

“As a luxury Los Angeles architect, my mission is to design homes that not only push the boundaries of aesthetics but also embrace the unique environmental and cultural characteristics of each location. In Los Angeles, every landscape tells a story, from the dynamic coastlines to the serene deserts. Our designs are crafted to reflect this diversity, ensuring that each home is a personal sanctuary that enhances the homeowner’s connection to their surroundings. We are committed to using sustainable and innovative solutions that cater to the evolving needs of our clients while respecting the rich tapestry of Southern California’s landscapes.” — Dean Larkin, AIA, Founder of Dean Larkin Design

How can indoor-outdoor living be optimized in different Los Angeles landscapes?

Indoor-Outdoor living is part of the Dean Larkin Design DNA. We blur the lines between inside and outside with features like retractable glass walls, loggias that feel like they are part of the home and the landscape, and transitional flooring that extends from inside to outdoor living spaces, tailored to each unique landscape from beaches to city rooftops.

What are the zoning considerations for building custom homes in various Los Angeles areas?

Zoning considerations involve understanding local regulations on building height, setback requirements, land use restrictions and much more. Navigating these rules with a knowledgeable architect is crucial to project success and compliance.

How can water conservation be integrated into luxury home designs in Los Angeles?

Water conservation can be integrated through low-flow fixtures, drought-tolerant landscaping, and greywater recycling systems. These features are often used for sustainability in luxury homes, especially in arid regions like Los Angeles.

What are the best security features for luxury homes in various settings?

Security features include high quality doors with technological capabilities, advanced surveillance systems, automated gates, and reinforced safe rooms. Smart security technology allows for real-time monitoring and alerts, providing peace of mind in any location.

What technology is essential for modern homes in desert environments?

In desert environments, essential technologies include automated climate control systems and passive cooling features, energy-efficient appliances, and smart home systems that monitor and adjust to temperature changes for optimal comfort and efficiency.

What are the key considerations for designing a custom home on Los Angeles’s coast?

When designing a coastal home in Los Angeles, architects must consider factors like salt air corrosion, high winds, and flood zones. Proper material selection is one important factor in assuring structural integrity to withstand a coastal environment while maintaining aesthetic appeal. Design for coastal properties may include corrosion-resistant materials and designs that enhance natural ventilation to leverage the sea breeze.

How do architects ensure privacy in hillside homes while maximizing views?

To ensure privacy in hillside homes, our designers utilize strategic landscaping, innovative window treatments, brise soleil, and orientation techniques that shield interiors from outsider’s eyes while optimizing the best panoramic views of the property’s unique surroundings.

How does the architectural style differ between coastal and hillside homes?

Coastal homes often feature open, airy designs with ample natural light to reflect the seaside atmosphere. Hillside homes can also have open designs and may incorporate more rugged, earthy materials and expansive windows to capture dramatic hill views.

Hillside homes offer the opportunity to use surrounding landscapes to create privacy and a serene indoor-outdoor design.

What are the unique challenges of building custom homes in urban settings in Los Angeles?

Urban home building faces challenges such as limited space, high noise levels, and strict zoning laws. Some solutions we find effective are soundproofing, running water features, vertical design strategies, and maximizing natural light to create a sense of openness. We also have been known to change the orientation of the home to assure the best views and implement barriers like brise soleil to act as attractive sight and sound barriers in the front yard.

How do you incorporate natural elements into urban home designs?

Natural elements can be incorporated into urban designs in many ways. Rooftop gardens, living walls, and large windows or glass doors that connect the interior with the natural world outside, even in dense urban settings.

Work With Dean Larkin Design for a Custom Contemporary Home Made For Your Unique Needs

Embracing Los Angeles’s varied landscapes, Dean Larkin Design’s architecture firm crafts luxury homes that are as unique as their settings. Whether it’s a beachfront haven, a hillside retreat, an urban sanctuary, or a desert oasis, each project is designed with the utmost attention to detail and sustainability. By integrating cutting-edge technology, incorporating indoor-outdoor living, and adhering to local zoning laws, we ensure that our custom homes are not only beautiful and functional but also environmentally responsible and perfectly tailored to the needs and desires of their owners.

Blog is originally published at: https://deanlarkindesign.com/custom-luxury-home-designs-los-angeles-diverse-landscapes/

It is republished with the permission from the author.