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The lone window in the office looks over a leafy green tree.

The garage-studio reflects the palette of the main house, if not the specific architectural style.

The steps and exterior are lined with Finnish brick; a mix of vertical and horizontal patterns add visual interest.

The curved wall is just as pleasing of a detail when experienced on the inside of the writer's studio.

Are's car collection can be viewed and enjoyed by passersby through plate-glass windows.

While most garages don't feature windows, architect Vatn wanted to show off the homeowner's incredible car collection.

The unique design of the garage and studio references the curved architectural ornamentation of the main home.

A curved staircase brings an organic touch to an otherwise linear design.

Lekien designed a built-in concrete vanity for the bathroom, creating a minimalist aesthetic for the space.

The cabinet doors are by Sarah Sherman Samuel for Semihandmade on Ikea boxes. The finish style is a modern take on traditional beadboard with cleaner lines and wider spacing.

White Dome Pendant lights from Allied Maker hang above the Caesarstone quartz island. The waterfall edges provide a clean, modern look.

Brass panels decorate the back face of the island, drawing in Sarah's personal metal touch. Wood counter stools from The Citizenry provide the perfect wood accent which connects to the warmth of the wood ceiling above.

A 36" matte white Cafe Appliance range with metal hardware is paired with a dramatic marble backsplash and concealed range hood with a drywall surround.

The large pantry allows all the food to be in one place, visually out of the way, yet still super convenient to the rest of the kitchen.

With the help of California Closets, the homeowners maximized every square inch of space with shelving, drawers, and a countertop area for placement of various small appliances like a microwave, coffee maker, and tea kettle.

Previously, a small bathroom was located off the kitchen space. By relocating the bathroom elsewhere in the home, this freed up space for a large walk-in pantry where all the food and clutter could hide, and even the fridge.

The warmth and softness of the wood ceiling is brought down to the cabinets with elegant touches such as the brass island panels, wood counter stools, and wood hardware.

Paired with white, the wood ceiling is no longer an eye sore but a touch of warmth in this subdued and serene kitchen space.

The entrance from the dining room to the kitchen was opened up considerably with an arched expression, creating a much better flow and unifying the two spaces.