Three years ago, Brandon was searching for a home downtown as they’re also the chair and associate professor of Gender and Sexuality Studies at the University of California, Riverside, and have to commute every day. Their Realtor, Ashley Novak, found the space, which used to be a department store that was converted into lofts. Brandon was immediately intrigued. 

“The first thing I loved about my home was the balcony,” they explain. “My condo has one of the only balconies in the building, and the balcony gives a New York fire escape vibe, but in LA. You literally climb through a window to go to the balcony!”

That same week, Brandon put in an offer on the 10th-floor unit, which was accepted. Since moving in, they’ve renovated most of the space with the help of interior designer Michelle Fahmy of Haus of Meeshie.

Brandon described the original space as having “too many white walls” and being “drab and sad.” But after the renovation, it’s a super vibrant, happy space. They refer to the home as a “deconstructed rainbow.”

“I love my kitchen, especially the huge island. The kitchen island is a great place for everyone to congregate while they are at The Litter Box (what I call my home),” Brandon shares. 

• All paint colors are Sherwin-Williams
• Dishy Coral SW 6598
• Ruby Shade SW 6572
• Quite Coral SW 6614
• Rejuvenate SW 6620
• Cherries Jubilee SW 6862

LIVING ROOM

• Bookcase — IKEA
• Cabinet — Article
• 3-light Glass Globe Bubble Chandelier — Overstock

• Console — Urban Outfitters
• Chair — Wayfair
• Lamp — Target

• Wallpaper — Lust Home
• Light — Letifly
• Desk — CB2
• Rug — Etsy

• Wallpaper — Spoonflower
• Light — Wayfair
• Paint — Sherwin Williams

• Wallpaper — House of Hackney
• Ceiling Fan — Lamps Plus
• Bench — Tov Furniture
• Spiral Step Ladder — FaceBook Marketplace/ (vintage library ladder)
• Rug — Meeshie/ vintage 

Thanks, Brandon!

This tour’s responses and photos were edited for length/size and clarity.

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