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Nature/Nurture (After Otto Herbert Hajek), 2012. Walnut treated with brie wax. By RO/LU. For Sale $3,800.

“We took a fair bit of influence from American Arts and Crafts houses, particularly in L.A., but with everything, I like to have a very Brisbane-centric end product,” says Wrightson.

Grove media cabinet

Architect Fareez Giga believes custom cabinetry and shelving was not substantially more expensive than buying quality furniture, and advised to solicit multiple bids before selecting a millwork provider.

The mudroom, outfitted in custom oak millwork, connects the garage to the entry hall.

A detailed shot of one of the custom storage pieces designed by Berg, a sideboard against the dining room wall under the circular interior window. The floors throughout are the main source of pattern in the minimalist palette, and they are white oak laid in a herringbone arrangement.

The orientation of the home captures the sunrise and moonrise over the water.

The doors are Fiberglass ThermaTru.

The screen of thin white slates also acts as a privacy shield, as the home is right on lot lines.

The simple wood exterior can be customized based on the owner's wishes.

Working with his father, Anton designed and built a custom loft for the boys in the upstairs addition.

Gently graded steps covered in pine needles wander through the home’s L-shaped garden, designed by landscape architect Michael Van Valkenburgh. A

“The roof overhang extends the living space,” says Boyer, so the deck becomes a spot to entertain visiting friends and family. The couple have been working to restore the surrounding land, as well.

On the home's east side, the overhang created by the second story volume shades the front door while still allowing morning light into the bedrooms.