When purchased by the current owners, this 19th century Victorian was an eclectic mix of Victorian details and quirky California Hippie interventions. Remodeling to incorporate more natural light and enhance the flow of the space to suit a more contemporary way of living, the owners also wanted to preserve the unique elements of the existing structure. A double-story space forms the heart of the residence and connects the public living space on the entry floor and more private sleeping quarters on the upper level. Dormers were added to the roof to accommodate more functional space and offer sweeping views of San Francisco. A solid, butcher-block stairway and bridge was built using salvaged floorboards from the existing attic floor. Recycled and salvaged lumber, denim insulation, no VOC finishes and radiant heat floor contribute to the ethos of this former hippie flat.