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Each of the the home's three bedrooms frame striking views of the 26-acre rural property.
Each of the the home's three bedrooms frame striking views of the 26-acre rural property.
Treehouse Shed by Gardner Architects LLC is part of a masterplan that manages stormwater, creates a habitat for indigenous species, and embraces the neighboring trees—thereby preserving the quality of the community.
Treehouse Shed by Gardner Architects LLC is part of a masterplan that manages stormwater, creates a habitat for indigenous species, and embraces the neighboring trees—thereby preserving the quality of the community.
Outside, there are almost 1,400 square feet of Ipe decks in addition to terraced patios that wrap around a pool and spa, offering plenty of outdoor entertaining spots to enjoy the views.
Outside, there are almost 1,400 square feet of Ipe decks in addition to terraced patios that wrap around a pool and spa, offering plenty of outdoor entertaining spots to enjoy the views.
Multiple outdoor living spaces and a wraparound deck emphasize indoor/outdoor living.
Multiple outdoor living spaces and a wraparound deck emphasize indoor/outdoor living.
A look back at the deck that wraps the living and dining room wing, and cantilevers into the canopy. The stainless-steel railing doesn’t impede sightlines.
A look back at the deck that wraps the living and dining room wing, and cantilevers into the canopy. The stainless-steel railing doesn’t impede sightlines.
A redwood deck, easily accessed from the living areas, is a nice spot for alfresco meals or outdoor hangs, with views overlooking the hills and city lights.
A redwood deck, easily accessed from the living areas, is a nice spot for alfresco meals or outdoor hangs, with views overlooking the hills and city lights.
A spacious deck beautifully frames dramatic canyon and city views.
A spacious deck beautifully frames dramatic canyon and city views.
A new rear addition at both levels added much-needed space to the master suite (above) and created an extra bedroom/office with deck access (below).
A new rear addition at both levels added much-needed space to the master suite (above) and created an extra bedroom/office with deck access (below).
The addition carves out a cozy seating area with a natural sight line to lake views. The custom railing is steel.
The addition carves out a cozy seating area with a natural sight line to lake views. The custom railing is steel.
"Even in March and April, on a sunny day, we can open up those doors and eat outside in the sun," says Denise.
"Even in March and April, on a sunny day, we can open up those doors and eat outside in the sun," says Denise.
The kitchen is outfitted with Henrybuilt cabinetry and Heath Ceramics tile on the backsplash. Modern matte black can lights by Cedar & Moss illuminate the bar.
The kitchen is outfitted with Henrybuilt cabinetry and Heath Ceramics tile on the backsplash. Modern matte black can lights by Cedar & Moss illuminate the bar.
The Smiths’ new cabin, designed by Risa Boyer Architecture and completed in 2020, sits in the same spot as their previous home, on five acres on Mount Veeder, in Northern California. Somehow, the red chicken coop, which is constructed of wood, survived the fire with the chickens still alive inside.
The Smiths’ new cabin, designed by Risa Boyer Architecture and completed in 2020, sits in the same spot as their previous home, on five acres on Mount Veeder, in Northern California. Somehow, the red chicken coop, which is constructed of wood, survived the fire with the chickens still alive inside.
Architect Kengo Kuma designed a floating, transparent structure supported by very thin steel columns. Transparency was a common design goal for the entire project.
Architect Kengo Kuma designed a floating, transparent structure supported by very thin steel columns. Transparency was a common design goal for the entire project.
Mahogany decking continues onto this balcony, while a full-length slider makes it easy to fill the indoor spaces with fresh air. Curtains from The Shade Store provide privacy when needed.
Mahogany decking continues onto this balcony, while a full-length slider makes it easy to fill the indoor spaces with fresh air. Curtains from The Shade Store provide privacy when needed.