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An arbor-covered deck looks out over an oval rain garden planted with a mix of flowering native plants.

Designed to follow universal design principles, this Santa Monica prefab home by Connect Homes delivers modern and environmentally friendly design on a budget.

A view of the main entrance, which appears nestled within the trees. The minimalist exterior is clad in wood and surrounded by stones, creating a Zen-like retreat.

Although remodeled in 2018, the home retains much of Kaeser's original design, including an entryway patio built around a large oak tree. The home's low-rising wood and stone facade, now restored, is a nod to Wright's Prairie House design style.

Landscape Design by Land Morphology

Front Elevation

A gravel trail winds through greenery into the entryway of the home, reinforcing the parklike nature of the site.

"The H-shaped plan and outbuildings create an assemblage of forms that celebrates the site and creates a continuing sense of surprise," Epstein adds.

Whitney designed a living wall with a large round mirror for the side garden, where the rescue beagles nap in the sunlight.

A stone path provides access through the internal courtyard, connecting the various ground floor spaces.

Brunswick, a suburb of Melbourne, has a strong manufacturing presence, and vibrant art scene, and strong Mediterranean ties with many Italian and Greek residents.

California pepper trees, grasses, and sage are low-maintenance, low-water plants that also are low-allergen.

The Bogarts’ front porch is flanked by a green wall and decorated with raised planters from Restoration Hardware.

A pair of David Sutherland chairs sit beside an iron table by Arteriors.

Sun loungers are integrated into the roof terrace, which features timber decking and lush landscaping.