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A wooden entrance opens to the lush lot filled with native vegetation and soaring trees.

A spacious, Japanese-inspired garden in the back offers an idyllic setting for entertaining.

Preproduction model with optional features shown.

The clean lines of the Genesis GV80 echo architect David Thompson’s modern home, which is full of sharp angles, contrasting materials, and spatial depth. Preproduction model with optional features shown.

The white marble island in the kitchen creates the illusion of movement against all-black cabinetry.

Small details—like unique hanging lamps, modern chairs with contrasting materials, and built-ins full of colorful items—bring life to the simplicity of the home’s design.

Susan Mitnick approached the interior design concept with one idea: to bring the family together.

A cutout in the roof allows the family to sit together near the pool and watch the stars at night.

Glass walkways allow family members to feel like they’re walking through a grove of olive trees while still being indoors.

Positioned around a fire pit, the outdoor living room provides the Thompson family with a space to relax and connect on the pool patio.

The Laurel Hills Residence and the surrounding palm trees reflect on the surface of the 40-foot-long swimming pool.

A silver Genesis GV80 sits in the home’s driveway, which is split by smaller lines of river rocks. Preproduction model with optional features shown.

The outdoor shower situated off of the master bedroom is enclosed to offer privacy and features a courtyard garden. Michael Arp of Lanoha Nurseries designed the house's landscaping.

A wood-lined outdoor shower adds a modern touch to one of the decks.

An outdoor shower tucked behind a screen off the master bedroom neutralizes this threat. “We thought it sounded great for muddy kids to run up and shower off there,” Coco says.

Bi-fold doors open up a corner of the pool house to connect the internal jacuzzi with the external patio and beach.

A balcony with a private outdoor shower sits just outside the master bedroom’s ensuite bathroom.

The principal bedroom enjoys sweeping views of the Pacific.

A skylight in the kitchen allows the sun the drench the airy space, which is capped with a breakfast bar.