- Interior
High in the hills of Trousdale, where Beverly Hills opens up to the sky and nature, lies a home where mid-century architecture and modern, earthy sophistication embrace each other. Here, Arya and Michael Martin, the creative forces behind OSKLO, have created a home that feels as intimate as it is sculptural, a place where warm tones, iconic vintage finds and handmade Los Angeles furniture in white oak and walnut form one harmonious story.
From the moment they entered the property, the designers knew this house was unique. Built in 1966 by George Varnum in collaboration with architects Benton & Parks—contemporaries of Hal Leavitt and Richard Neutra—it exuded a rare purity. The post-and-beam structure, flat roof, exposed steel accents, and circular glass section by the pool formed the basis for a respectful restoration in which as many original elements as possible were preserved. From the stonework to the wrought iron details, history was given a new stage. 
Yet this is not a house that remains trapped in a single style. OSKLO deliberately opted for an eclectic approach in which different design movements from the 1960s subtly come together. Italian modernity shines through in the lighting fixtures, Hollywood Regency lives on in the bar, while British influences à la David Hicks are visible in the custom-made furniture. The living room and TV room feature elegant lines that reference Pierre Cardin, Achille Castiglioni and Arne Jacobsen. 
From the stonework to the wrought iron details: history was given a new platform
Central to the project is the Trousdale Collection, a bespoke furniture line that reflects its surroundings: the rugged mountain panoramas, the soft light filtering through mature pine trees, and the earthy tones of the landscape. Made in Los Angeles and crafted in white oak, walnut, mohair, shearling and titanium chrome, these pieces, such as the DeGaulle Sofa and the Ariana Chair, bring a sculptural calm to the interior. Iconic works by Jean Prouvé and Jean Royère interact effortlessly with them. 
Outside, a Japanese garden provides a calm counterpart. Grasses suggesting moss and four bonsai pines frame the view and bring a meditative quality to everyday life. With its light oak floors, organic limestone fireplaces, silver-toned travertine and elegant colour palettes, from soft pastels to warm earth tones, this home is a celebration of materiality and balance. A home where architectural heritage, personal memories and contemporary refinement come together in a rare poetic way. 
Photography by Douglas Friedman
Text by Elke Aerts