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Two architects revamped this ’50s residence, which has tongue-and-groove ceilings, large windows, and a low-slung, matte-black facade.

A simple soaking tub makes for a zen-like bath experience with a view.

A freestanding tub, placed near a window, enjoys a green view as well as privacy.

Stone tile and wood accents in the bathroom.

In total, the estate has nine bathrooms. This one has a spacious sauna and a rain shower.

INAX tile is paired with walnut cabinets by Bellwether Millworks in the master bathroom, which also features Ladena sinks and Purist faucets from Kohler. The tab pulls are from Häfele, the Syncro floor tiles from Century, and the Niveous pendant from WAC Lighting.

Carlos Naude and Whitney Brown enjoy the outdoor dining area with their son, Rico, and dog, Mona. Kinto table settings complete the tableau.

Australian expats Carla and Paul Tucker tasked designer Dan Gayfer with expanding their Melbourne bungalow without adding any square footage. In the kitchen, a soft palette of wood, laminate, and tile created cohesion, impressive considering the clients didn’t see a single finish, color, or material in person prior to their homecoming. The kitchen cabinets were clad in Russian birch plywood, and the countertops were concrete.

Midcentury This Century by D2 Interieurs floor plan

The wall of glass brings in a strong connection to the outdoors.

Now, a walk-in shower and soaking tub are tucked under the roof line.

Skylights placed between the existing eaves fill the new bathroom with light. “That was a moment where we thought that we could tie in our changes to the house seamlessly with the old design,” says Marsh. “When the light goes over the skylight, it creates different shadow lines.”

The vaulted tongue-and-groove ceiling and brick fireplace have both been painted white, a choice that further brightens the open-plan living space.