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The rock outcropping in the backyard of this house in Victoria, British Columbia, influenced the design of the home’s addition.

Under the extension of the A-frame is the dining area and a large sofa for gathering. According to Pablo, the family gathers there in all weather. "Listening to the rain on the roof and in the trees is a wonderful experience," he notes.

The terrace is a favorite gathering place. The house is positioned facing south to get the most sun exposure.

The bathroom is clad in blue penny tile, and natural light pours in to illuminate it all. “It’s almost a spa-like experience,” says Khoi. The tiles are from Bedrosians.

In the primary bedroom, built-in storage is ship-like and not particularly plentiful. “I’d rather live in 850-square-feet by the ocean and see the sunrise every morning than in 3,000-square-feet in the suburbs,” Caleb says.

In a guest bedroom, the “Olivia” pendant from West Elm.

The kitchen is composed of stainless steel, from the cabinetry fabricated by Barcelona company Timblau, to the counters and backsplash, the latter given a mirror polish for contrast to the former’s patina on the surfaces. The boxes were brought in on a crane and then the group put them together in place. “The kitchen shouldn't be a closed dirty area of the house,” says Jon. “But [rather] the heart.” Fitting, as social life in the Basque culture revolves around eating together.

The home has retained much of its historic character, including its original wood floors and doors.

Sliding doors by Quantum were made to look like the original panes that couldn't be saved, and they lead to a fire pit outside.

In the dining room, enlarging the window opening brings more light and connections to the exterior, while a new wet bar creates opportunities for entertaining. The table is custom, and chairs and rug are from CB2. The pendant lights are Design Within Reach.

Extra-wide concrete pillars help to support the studio at its core.

Sharon and Mike Matas work at large wood table in the studio while their daughter plays.

Each family member received a batch of modular pine-wood furniture elements to distribute around the house.

Skylights allow for sun to reach the inside of the home, while providing views of the sky and wildflower roof.

"The marble was chosen to complement the tones of the timber floors,

View into the open-plan kitchen and living room in the bungalow's newly built back end. "T