Exclusive: Meet The Dragon, Designer Jae Omar’s Latest Creation in Los Angeles
Entertainment industry A-listers from Britney Spears to Zedd are all familiar with the lavish home designs of Jae Omar. The California-based designer draws inspiration from the region’s mountain and desert environments and is known for his modern builds that are inspired by ancient lore and characterized by airy, open floor plans that effortlessly transition to outdoor spaces. His latest work, dubbed The Dragon, follows suit, but the $22 million listing comes with a distinct soul, too.
Set in L.A.’s Pacific Palisades neighborhood, the massive 11,400-square-foot home on Chautauqua Boulevard blends dark and light concepts into a single, striking result. The Dragon sits on nearly a third of an acre with seven bedrooms, each with an ensuite bath, plus two powder rooms for guests. There are many notable highlights, ranging from a double-island gourmet kitchen to the inviting swimming pool. However, some might argue that its pleasant canyon-side views are among its best features.
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Similar to Omar’s Infinity House in Los Angeles, The Dragon has a double-height entryway accented by vertical wooden panels, but the darker, moodier exterior featuring matte-black metal panels, a box-gable roof, and a meandering layout sets it squarely apart.
“As the property was being designed, it became clearer and clearer that this rambling residence resembled that of a dragon ready to take flight,” the designer says in a statement. “That striking visual drove many of the inspired design choices and narrative through lines across the property.”
Natural wood details overflow into the home onto walls and vaulted ceilings, alongside eye-catching stonework. From the atrium, its two-story scale is on full display where the upper levels, plus formal living and dining rooms, are in the line of sight. Floor-to-ceiling windows trimmed with black metal reflect the easy indoor-outdoor flow and allow the garden’s lush foliage to feel like a part of the house. Water is another important element, and in the dining area, a sliding glass door opens to a bookmatched stone waterfall that falls two stories into a plunge pool on the lower level.
“As a stark contrast to the dark and moody exterior of the home, the interiors showcase a bright and vibrant atmosphere that seems to come alive,” Omar says. “The choice of materials used and unfolding of rooms is all extremely intentional, guiding anyone within the home on a journey inside this mysterious yet alluring creature.”
Another dining area sits adjacent to the double-island gourmet kitchen that’s sleekly outfitted with top-of-the-line appliances concealed in the bespoke wood and glass cabinetry. The butler’s kitchen and walk-in pantry are also hidden from view but easily accessible. A second living space at the rear of the home is wrapped in glass doors that glide open to a covered patio. Trees provide privacy from neighboring homes, and a stone firepit sits at the edge of the lawn next to the swimming pool and inset spa. The cross-canyon views extend to the Century City skyline and the Pacific Ocean.
Back inside, the second-floor primary suite faces the rear of the property. The space is designed with an angular frame that includes a bookmatched stone fireplace, a sitting area with a wet bar, custom walk-in closets, a private balcony, and a spa-grade bath. Other creature comforts include a home theater, a bar, a plunge pool, and a fitness room, plus an adjoining steam shower and sauna on the lower level. And for the owner’s cars, there’s a four-car garage.
Should the new owner wish to get off the grounds for a bit, The Getty Villa and Will Rogers State Beach are nearby. Contact David Kramer and Andrew Buss of Hilton & Hyland/Forbes Global Properties, who are co-listing the home with Aaron Kirman and Cindy Ambuehl of AKG/Christies for more details.
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