Californian Homes

Aalso Architects and HYCArch turn a single-story Spanish-style residence into an idyllic haven for aging in place.

Matt Helders of the Arctic Monkeys has a penchant for throwback film and design; interior designer Corinne Mathern used it to revive an L.A. classic.

To renovate the suburban California residence, interior designer Cathie Hong introduced a color palette that evokes the family’s tropical heritage.

Built by local modernist architect Bernard Zimmerman for celebrity clothier Leland Zeidler, the 4,400-square-foot home features glass-enclosed spaces that frame views of the...

Situated blocks from Abbot Kinney Boulevard, the boxy residence at 659 Broadway Street features three levels and a large rooftop deck.

John Kleman and Georgianna Salz-Kleman create the house of their dreams with hard work, strategic planning, and the right opportunity.

After a devastating blaze, a Napa Valley couple rebuild with durability in mind.

A Los Angeles family shares lessons they learned from renovating during a turbulent year.

A sculptural timber staircase, airy spaces, and a state-of-the-art chef’s kitchen define this Eagle Rock residence.

The 750-square-foot home, aptly named Stop Making Sense, recalls the chunky proportions of David Byrne’s iconic gray suit.

In a field of flowers in Sonoma County, Tru Form Tiny plants a 364-square-foot house that’s packed with storage, style, and charm.

On a remote hillside in wine country, a Los Angeles couple build an energy-efficient prefab with stunning views.

636 Waverley’s “ribbon” of concrete defines bright, pleasant spaces while providing weather protection.

Feldman Architecture reimagines a 1960s residence that hovers over a nature preserve in California’s Bay Area.

Massive concrete pendants and an organic blend of Texas limestone, board-formed concrete, and cedar are only some of the surprises in this Newport Beach home.

Risa Boyer designs a tiny, light-filled cabin for a retired couple after a devastating fire.

Featured in Monacelli’s new book, “Master of the Midcentury: The Architecture of William F. Cody,” the 1963 Shamel Residence was emblematic of postwar Palm Springs.

Architect Max Kuo transforms a back house and garage into a white-gabled duplex for a diverse mix of residents.

Woods + Dangaran’s exacting restoration of the Moore House captures the spirit of California modernism.

Cleverly repurposing an existing garage, this flexible space in Santa Monica, California, allows the pair to work, recharge, and host family and friends.

Productora and Part Office revitalize an Elysian Heights home with bright metal siding and a sawtooth roof.

Built atop the footprint of a home constructed during World War I, Pink House by And And And Studio captures the essence of California living.

The principles of the Wonderland Park community and the owner’s interest in renewable energy inspired this transformation by Assembledge+.

For her cheerful, butterfly-roofed house, designer Susie St. John thinks ahead with an entry ramp and wheelchair-accessible halls and showers.

Levy Art & Architecture transforms a disjointed Marina-style house into a laidback lookout on Ocean Beach.

GLUCK+ builds on the language of iconic design with a family home in the Hollywood Hills.

An easy construction process reduces any drama for a couple in California.

After buying a decrepit property in the peaceful California desert, designer Kelly Kai turned it into a chic destination rental.

Working Holiday Studio’s Carlos Naude and Whitney Brown strike out to transform a lackluster house during the pandemic.

Alloi Architecture + Construction revives an outdated residence with sustainable features and a reworked layout.