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Inspiration from Joseph Eichler's take on California modernism can be found throughout the interiors, including the clean lines and post-and-beam structure in the living room.

Beyond the striking facade, the interior stair was preserved in place. The original radiused walls and curved brass stair railing were period elements the homeowners were eager to keep intact during the renovation.

A sleek slatted screen matches the proportions of the wall of glass blocks it replaced.

The kitchen is accessed via the main entrance hall, down three steps made from a dark timber that echoes the cherry wood cabinetry. The stairs are framed by green slatted cabinets finished in Jewell Beetle paint by Little Greene.

The new kitchen features green kit kat tiles, a terrazzo-effect rubber floor, white cabinetry, and cherry wood veneered cabinets. The client originally wanted teak cabinets, but 4 S Architecture recommended using cherry wood instead as it is more sustainable but has the same warm tones as teak. “We couldn’t get behind teak as a product so we used FSC certified European cherry that has less air miles than American cherry,” explains architect Julia Hamson. “The client was really pleased with the result.”

The home went through an 18-month renovation period.

Instead of creating a super modern house, the archways and materiality brought warmth and character.

The glass-enclosed dining space, which is part of the new renovation, looks out onto the backyard and pool.

The powder bathroom features a custom stone sink and white oak vanity base built by the homeowner.

Wooden beams show off the 18.5-tall ceiling in the master bathroom.

White oak casework compliments the master suite.

The stairs are one of the best parts of the renovation and were assembled on-site, stretching from basement to the top floor.

The curvature keeps the home cozy as it breaks up the open-concept main spaces. In the family room, there is a fluted concrete fireplace.

Calacatta Superwhite Quartzite and white oak decorate the kitchen, as well as (

While brick is what was expected for the neighborhood, Mandel used a brick shingle for the extruded extension that occupies what was originally the side yard.

This home's different roof heights required a customizable, flexible building component to make the drawings a reality.

"The wall paneling and railing at the entry required very close collaboration with metal and wood fabricators,

“Most spaces, you’re looking outside. I love pretty much every angle,” said Sara. “The views created are of the property, the trees and nature. It’s really neat to see the outdoor environment change when you’re inside this house. You can see the leaves, whether they’re green or it’s fall or they’re completely gone because it’s winter.”