Top Property: Woman designer builds upscale home in Mar Vista

LOS ANGELES - Our first visit to the Mar Vista neighborhood on the west side of Los Angeles exceeds expectations and not just because it was built and designed by a woman. In the male-dominated industry of home building and design, Gladkov is making her mark in Los Angeles.

11900 Westminster Place is an extensive remodel on a hilltop cul-de-sac with views of downtown LA and Century City. 

The founder of Halton Pardee + Partners, Tami Halton Pardee, leads Marla Tellez through this 5,500 sq. ft. 5 bedroom, 6 bathroom warm contemporary home that is the work of Katya Gladkov. 

For her latest project, Katya chose a smooth stucco façade and, inside, an indoor outdoor open floor plan that is filled with inviting natural stones and incredible attention to detail.

Details like the hidden-below-the staircase walk-in wine cellar and a closet designed specifically to house and protect the outdoor decorative pillows.  Yes, a closet just for the pillows. 

The master suite is elevated with high ceilings, a fireplace and more city views.The backyard is an entertainer’s oasis with a pool and spa, firepit, outdoor kitchen and plenty of room to roam. 

Asking price for this designer home built by a designing woman: $5,450,000.