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The boldly cantilevered home rises to a prow-like peak, prompting some neighbors to nickname it “the ship.” The 3,875-square-foot house sits on 3.7 newly tamed acres. “When we first saw the place, there were mounds of earth and wild vegetation everywhere,” says Fabian. “We needed a tractor to clear it away. Now we enjoy walking around outside, and our dog, Lina, loves it.” The landscaping, like many of the less technical aspects of the restoration, was done by the couple.

Floor Plan of Roberts Creek Family Home by September Architecture

The rear facade showcases the deep-set metal window boxes Tyler created for the home.

Tyler created steel window boxes with depth to help filter sunlight and protect the glass from rainy weather.

The second-level bathroom is adorned with a decadent shade of green tile and wall-and-ceiling paint, linking the space to the lush landscape.

Tyler fabricated the metal stair rail, which contrasts with the brick flooring in the entry, the wood stair treads, and the concrete flooring of the living area.

The kitchen showcases stainless steel counters created by Tyler, a metal fabricator. The greenery from the outdoors pours in through the large windows, creating connection between the interior and the exterior.

The team created an open floor plan for the interior, where the kitchen opens to the dining and the living areas. Concrete flooring lends a soothing quality to the rooms, where there's a built-in concrete bench that also acts as a plinth for the fireplace.

A variety of trees, including cedar, fir, maple, hemlock, and redwoods, tower right around the exterior of the home, which features a wraparound covered terrace. "There was a desire to filter sunlight and demarcate the area,

Lisa, a landscape designer, spent many months creating the land around the house. "There are typical West Coast perennials, including salal, sword fern, and oregon grape, and we planted a large selection of native, drought tolerant, food producing perennials,

From their first conversation with Giga, Janey emphasized the importance of shelving for her book collection.

Architect Fareez Giga believes custom cabinetry and shelving was not substantially more expensive than buying quality furniture, and advised to solicit multiple bids before selecting a millwork provider.