"The first time I saw it, it was 1 p.m. on a sunny day, but we still needed to turn the lights on. The main entrance was hidden in a forest of trees. It reminded me of a small village house."
"We divided the house into two parts: one formal, one for family. It's so large and linear that I was able to do that. Cherniavsky also dismantled low ceilings and rebuilt them so they are now 18 to 22 feet high."
"Cherniavsky envisioned the house as a draw for people who like to entertain, so he concentrated his efforts there. Replacing a narrow garage that held barely one car, he created a large circular driveway that can accommodate numerous vehicles."
Developer Maxim Cherniavsky purchased an Encino property in 2015 that felt dark and confined despite its size. He undertook an extensive 18-month renovation costing approximately $2 million, removing 40 Dumpster loads of materials. The project expanded the home to 9,200 square feet and transformed it into a modern, light-filled estate. Cherniavsky designed the space specifically for entertaining, adding a circular driveway, two wine cellars, a catering kitchen, and a redesigned dining room. He raised ceilings to 18-22 feet, installed recessed lighting, and added reclaimed wood flooring. The property now features distinct formal and family living areas and is listed at just under $7 million.
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