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The deck is constructed from standard, treated 2x6s from the hardware store. The oak tree in the center of the deck provides the family with shade and cooler temperatures through the humid summers, and protects from the rain as well.

Architect Orlando Denardi and husband Arthur Machado (pictured with their cat Theo) bought their São Paulo, Brazil apartment in 2021. It was a lucky find: a penthouse with two floors across 125 square meters, and with a dedicated outdoor space.

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Floor Plan of Stealth House by Specht Novak Architects

The greenhouse top as seen from the driveway. The garage and former basement level of the original building has been transformed into new living quarters: a small guesthouse for when family and friends visit.

The sod roof is angled to create a sweeping elevation on approach and is planted with grass tussocks cut from the hillside during construction. “The tussocks camouflage the house, melting it into the landscape,” explains architect Kate Brown.

The IWI is easy to compress and allows flexibility of use both inside and the outdoor space around it, being respectful of its surroundings.

Madison points out that the pod concept would make it easy to add an extension if necessary. “We see it as a house that can grow with us—and that we can pay for as we go along.”

Nestled amongst native Araucaria trees, the cabin and its three elevated decks were carefully sited so as not to disturb any existing trees, which are protected by Chilean law. "This area is the only place on the planet where the Araucaria pine grows,

In the primary suite, a walk-in closet leads to a moody bathroom with a concrete sink.

A custom table designed by Jones features a pull-out bench on one side and 1C dining chairs by Room B on the other; the Globo pendant is by Viso.

Fong maintained the agricultural vernacular of the original farmhouse with vertical wood paneling, a new metal roof, and expansive glazing.

The Ramseys finished the pool after they moved in. Although Alterstudio had also designed a cabana, the couple decided not to build it in favor of keeping more outdoor space. Chairs and lounges by Loll join an umbrella by California Umbrella.

Sleeping nooks that look like the grooves in a block of cheese.

The upper cabinets and display shelves in the kitchen are home to some of homeowner, Barrett Jackson's creations.