That’s right, there are Cougars in Venice. No, I’m not talking about the cat, and while it certainly applies, I’m not referencing hot older women. I’m talking Washington State University alumni in Venice Beach.

I met Chris at The Brig roughly a week ago. He dropped his WAZZU and Edward R. Murrow College of Communication alumni status, and if you know Cougs, we are diehard alum. We talked politics (because that’s how I roll at the bars) and Chris mentioned filming documentaries for his company Engine 7 Films. Tonight we met up tonight to talk documentaries (which I’ll address in my next post), community awareness and Cougar memories.

Anyways, the point of this blog is to talk about architecture. I’ve noticed a ton of rad architecture in LA. It seems everyone makes the most of their tiny spaces. Ok, this space isn’t tiny, but it made me realize I should probably write apartment/architecture reviews while I’m at it. I mean shoot, I carry my camera with me everywhere, I might as well utilize that, right?

Chris lives with his friends and business parters off Abbot Kinney in Venice. Walking through their front gate felt like walking into a jungle. Palm trees, plants and vines hung everywhere. The gardens alone made me envious. Then we walked to the back patio, home to the beach cruisers, coolers, chairs, table, fire pit and lanterns. Full glass doors, high ceilings and a fan gave the room an airy feel. Maybe the open space gets creative juices going? Either way, all I could think was, “This office space is so rad. I must photograph it.”

You can tell a lot about someone by the way they keep their personal space. With so many funky spaces, get ready for more home tours and architecture posts!

What’s your preference for home decor? Minimal? Antique? Modern? What about guys versus girls apartments?

♥ BB

Side note: I’m thrift shopping furniture with my mom this weekend. What are some good places for vintage treasures? This whole “camping in my room” thing isn’t cutting it anymore.