The clients initially planned to demolish their Rancho Park home for a 2-story rebuild but faced challenges with high costs and unrealistic bids. They opted instead for an interior refresh, transforming their 1950s bungalow with inspiration from Charles Rennie Mackintosh's design philosophy. Inspired by Mackintosh's iconic armchairs, characterized by vertical slats and checkered lattice backrests, the front half of the house unfolds as a series of meticulously crafted vignettes. The living room, with three existing windows reminiscent of vertical grids, becomes a focal point with custom millwork walls echoing geometric precision. A new quarter-framed archway introduces rhythm and fluidity, gracefully concealing an undesired stepped ceiling condition. Preserving the original pinewood floors while incorporating large format terrazzo tiles in the dining nook enhances the design with added layers.The client's preference for a soft, mushroom neutral palette in the living room transitions boldly into a darker green kitchen and a teal blue bathroom. Gridded casework geometry accentuates architectural lines, creating a seamless flow between spaces. The attention to detail, custom millwork, and geometric precision result in a unique and layered interior.