HELENA: “The work I do is very specialized, and difficult to build. A good deal of my aesthetic derives, i suppose, from my long association with John Lautner, some 23 years, so if you know his work, you can imagine a bit of what I do. I build only one or two projects a year, and sometimes none at all, so for me, as for most architects, you really live to see the work built.
“I've known Robin for over 30 years, through his long association with John, as well. So I know what he's capable of. And I always recommend him to my clients, for his aesthetic sensitivity to my design. I know he'll do the work as it should be done. He is a real perfectionist. He takes real pride in his work. He loves a challenge. He loves one-of-a-kind projects, as Lautner's often were. He's conscientious and loves his work, and that is rare to find these days.
“I've seen other builders make choices that actually hurt the design, and sometimes I've even had to prevail on the client to have things redone to make it right. And of course, re-dos cost money. But Robin makes the right choices. And that's why I keep recommending him to my clients. I know he'll do the job right.”
ROBIN: I've been fortunate to work on twenty of
Mr. Lautner's projects—repairs, remodels, architectural restorations, and new construction. Including the restoration of the Harvey Residence, the first Lautner home I ever saw. Believe me, there's nothing better than that.
You can see images of our most recent collaboration (the Harvey House restoration, for Mitch Glazer and Kelly Lynch) by clicking here.
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