Campo Loft is surrounded by lush vegetation atop a mountainous hillside.
Sited on a triangular plot, Barnhouse Werkhoven enjoys a small front yard with sun in the afternoon, and a rear garden looking out to the fields.
Architectural designer Sebastian Mariscal and project manager Jeff Svitak created a house in Venice, California, for Michael and Tamami Sylvester. Known as Dwell Home Venice for its role as an exemplification of modern architecture, the house is an homage to indoor-outdoor living. Photo by Coral von Zumwalt.
Kranbuehl landscaped the previously forested backyard with a “grass terrace” and masonry walls, so that the exterior felt of a piece with the interiors. Trees and hedges still stand on the perimeter to create natural screening from the neighbors.
Scrubby Bay sleeps up to 14 guests. Annandale offers plenty of activities, from farm experiences to hiking and biking.
The three-level residence—the basement includes a wine cellar and media room—is joined by a petite, companion carriage house.
The existing stone walls of Candlewood Lake House were painted a deep black and matched with a new standing-seam roof.
Concrete walls support the living space and elevate it from storm surges.
It took Selin + Selin Architecture approximately nine months to build Kim Smith’s modest new home, which he originally envisioned sited on the property’s old granary.
The 5,200-square-foot retreat is designed to look like a cluster of old barns upon first glance.
Large sliding glass doors open onto a backyard retreat complete with a fire pit and swimming pool.
From a different perspective, the home appears more transparent and open to the water.
Love Eichler homes, but not interested in taking on an extensive renovation? This 1957 model may be for you. Located in San Rafael's lower Lucas Valley, this 1,805-square-foot midcentury home is completely remodeled and modernized.
The young and busy family (the couple have twin teenage girls and a toddler) also runs their equine business from the property’s stables.
Corrugated Cor-Ten steel clads the entryway that connects the two cedar-clad wings.
The house sits within a field of trees.
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Brandon and Amy set up different workstations in the living area.
The bright and airy master bedroom features expansive glazing and has a high ceiling with exposed beams.
A place of unspoilt nature, the island property spans approximately 1.6 acres.
The double-height living space is anchored by a wood-burning stove by Lopi in the corner. The large east-facing window on the far wall floods the room with magical morning light. All the windows and doors are by Quantum.
High Desert House is composed of 26 freestanding, concrete columns that look like rib bones.
Jody’s favorite spot is outside on the deck. “I spend most of my time there. We’ve got two braais, and I braai just about every night,” he says, using the Afrikaans word for barbecue. “It’s not about the food for me,” he adds, “It’s about standing around the fire.” The platform sofas were designed by Scott, the dining table is by James Mudge Furniture Studio, and the Hee lounge and dining chairs are by Hay.
Completed in 1953 by architect Harry Nakahara, this home sits at the end of a cul-de-sac in Berkeley Hills and was specifically designed to take advantage of the panoramic views of the Bay Area bridges, city skyline, and Mount Tamalpais. The majority of the home's original features—including the layout, finishes, and light fixtures—are still intact, while specific updates to the kitchen have been made.
The home exterior was recently sandblasted and painted with a ship-grade, high-gloss industrial paint.
East Lake House, designed by Robert Young Architects, features two structures to capture sunshine and breezes from all angles.
Make sure your kitchen fits seamlessly with the rest of your home. A good entertaining space should have a look that's consistent with the overall design, so use finishings, colors, and other elements that compliment the rest of the space.
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