Apartment Therapy takes a look at an amazing example of a mid-century modern home in Los Angeles.

Paging through the slideshow, I’m struck by how the changes in depth and texture and the attention to detail show how an open-plan design, even a busier, more complicated one like this, can be warm and inviting.

Sure, some of the color choices don’t age well (although I think alot of that comes from the age of the fabrics), but those could easily be changed out for more modern selections without killing the vibe.

The architect and owner is Ray Kappe — I’ll have to look up some of his other work when I get the chance.