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In the conversation with Alan Scales, Principal at KTGY Group, he discusses the design and challenges of the June Street Collection project, a high-density residential development in Hollywood. Scales explains that the project’s location in a densely built urban area necessitated creative solutions for maximizing space and integrating with the neighborhood’s aesthetic. The design incorporated a progressive Spanish style with stucco exteriors, handmade ceramic tiles, and large custom wood windows. Unique solutions for attic ventilation and rooftop deck drainage were implemented to maintain both functionality and visual appeal. Scales also reflects on the importance of early collaboration with clients and stakeholders to ensure the best design solutions are realized. He emphasizes that pushing for the right solutions from the start and coordinating closely with construction teams can lead to more successful outcomes. Lastly, Scales expresses a desire to reduce reliance on automobiles in urban design, which could significantly impact how communities and homes are planned in the future.

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