Brian's place is a tiny gem in a neighborhood of birds and trees and apartments. The studio itself is designed with an ease of use, and is perfect combo of openness and uncluttered touches. We found nothing lacking in kitchen or bath setup. The studio had wonderful air temp control, and made it easy for my daughter and I to compromise on the 'indoor climate' (I wanting to continue to bake my soggy Oregon bones in the heat, and she wanting to keep that cool glow!) The courtyard setup with treeside table and chairs was perfect and let us enjoy the gorgeous southern California light and air in the warm temperatures. The neighborhood itself is very quiet, though busy business streets 4 blocks away. Brian was thoughtful and quick to respond to a question we had, and I imagine he would be so with any question, serious or light.