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James Perse
James Perse
When he’s not at work, Perse lives a low-key life with his wife and two sons in Malibu.
Architect: “To me, Luis Barragán is the end-all, end-all. I’m obsessed with how he can put powerful elements into a natural landscape and define the space with his courtyards, walls and water features. But you can’t take it too seriously. It’s really about the concepts that get you going.”
Night out: “We’re moviegoers. Cinépolis in Westlake is fantastic — there are full loungers, you sit there with your feet up, and they bring food to you.”
Vacation destination: “For me, it’s all Mexico. My wife loves Paris. So it’s an amazing contrast.”
Restaurant: “Malibu Farm on the pier is really good. But the choices are limited.”
Food: “Pizza.”
Doughnut shop: “Bob’s Doughnuts in the farmer’s market. But because we live in Malibu, sometimes we just go to the supermarket and get Entenmann’s classic chocolate doughnuts.”