A decorative motif since past Egypt, the black-and-white checkered level appears successful Masonic temples, the colonnade of the Grand Trianon astatine Versailles, and countless early-20th-century American homes. The signifier subtly introduces a consciousness of amusive and whimsy portion adding extent and dimension—checking each the boxes of thoughtful, timeless design.
A Southern California Classic
Richard Yohon | Sotheby’s International Realty – Los Feliz Brokerage
Dating to the precocious 1920s, this seven-bedroom Los Feliz residence combines classical elegance with modern flair and a stylishly minimalist palette.