Coleman’s well-designed studio felt like a beautiful and healthy dose of tranquil away from Los Angeles’ vibrancy and freeway chaos – the former of which we happily indulged in, the highways less so. The studio itself is light-filled, modern, minimal and has all the essentials you’d need to live there for an extended period of time, including access to great coffee and food within walking distance in this beautiful Highland Park neighborhood.
What’s less obvious from Coleman’s AirBNB listing is that Coleman and his studio are exemplars of the original founding spirit of AirBNB: finding communion, a roof and human engagement in a practical, transactional economy – something that has become increasingly rare to find.
The other thing we did not anticipate was Stella, the pea hen, that has patiently adopted Coleman and his abode as her dwelling as well. It was a delight watching Stella contemplate the sunset each evening before she swiftly made her way up the tree.
We would happily stay at Coleman’s studio again. It would be our pleasure!