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The San Francisco, California, home that Butler Armsden Architects recreated for a young family was originally built at the turn of the century and was added to almost twenty years later. "The house hadn't seen much maintenance in forty or fifty years and was in dire need of repair,

"The curved surface of the west facade, with its ribs, visualises a gentle rhythm and softens the black building," says Sudo.

Exposed beams and French oak floors enhance the home's warm and inviting aesthetic.

Mirrored walls wrap around the ensuite bath, complete with an oversized soaking tub.

Well-preserved frescoes line the hallway that connects the home's upper-level bedrooms.

Capped with high ceilings, the living room overlooks the popular Sao Pedro Tower square.

A handcrafted wood-and-metal staircase adds whimsical, modern flair to the historic apartment, creating a sense of floating space.

Known as Jai Alfama, this time-capsule home comes with exposed beams, ornate tin-glazed azulejos, and moody vibes.