The Bellwether of Belvedere
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The Harris family rests easy on their new back patio abutting the Belvedere lagoon. The first order of business for this green remodel was to reconnect the house with its surroundings.Photo by: Todd Hido -
The living room. Ninety-five percent of the timber (including ipe, redwood, Douglas fir, and eucalyptus) for the external and internal framework was either salvaged or sustainably harvested. Low-VOC paint coats the walls.Photo by: Todd Hido -
After purchasing the house from an elderly neighbor, the Harrises hired architect Christopher C. Deam to help bring their sustainable visions to life. The house was practically gutted.Photo by: Todd Hido -
The large expanse of windows that now surround the house feature remote-operated awning and roll shades by Mechoshade and Eastern Awning.Photo by: Todd Hido -
When the Harrises bought their house in 2003, it was strangely sealed off from its stunning setting. Christopher Deam opened the house up to the lagoon and nearby Mount Tamalpais in the distance.Photo by: Todd Hido -
In the master bathroom, all boundaries between inside and outside and public and private are virtually eliminated. The dark tiles are by Ann Sacks.Photo by: Todd Hido -
What was once a boat room now serves as a home office. The engineered bamboo floors are from Eco Timber. The modular shelving and storage systems are by Vitsoe.Photo by: Todd Hido -
In the foyer, Deam left one surprise: The neon-pink guest bathroom is hidden behind heavy, dark-gray walls.Photo by: Todd Hido -
Architect Deam created the dining table from a fallen elm tree.Photo by: Todd Hido -
Julie enjoys her new kitchen with son Emerson. She wanted to conceal as many appliances as possible, so Deam disguised the Sub-Zero refrigerator and Miele dishwasher with panels from Downsview Kitchens that match the cabinets, giving the kitchen a clean, uncluttered appearance.Photo by: Todd Hido
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