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The renovation didn’t change the structure of the home.

Framed by floor-to-ceiling glass, the bright blue front door adds a pop of color to the facade.

Located in Long Beach's Los Cerritos/Virginia Country Club neighborhood, the duplex occupies a 7,306-square-foot lot.

The firm preserved that asymmetry by extending the roofline on one side and tucking the new kitchen and dining room underneath it.

Exterior of Joseph Eichler's residence in Atherton

A sun-filled dining area awaits just steps from the kitchen.

Low-maintenance landscaping, including Florida natives and succulent plants, spans across the front yard, offering a warm welcome upon arrival.

The anchoring brick fireplace demarcates the living room from the kitchen.

Original details can be found throughout the 2,304-square-foot residence, including the clerestory windows and stone fireplace in the main living room.

From street view, the remodeled home—now sporting a sleek black exterior—appears to only be one level.

The first task at hand was to open up and vault the ceilings. The architects added floor-to-ceiling windows, which allowed the home to take full advantage of its amazing views.