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Built in 1933, this Bauhaus-inspired home was designed for the family of well-known composer and pianist Henry Cowell by the renowned master architectural firm Morrow & Morrow, a few years after Irving Morrow designed the architectural components of the Golden Gate Bridge.

The open kitchen and dining area has floor-to-ceiling glass windows and doors, and a light shelf that helps bounce in sunlight. The bathrooms feature custom glass and porcelain tile.

Project Name: Greenville Escape

Comprised of wood, glass, and cement, the 1964 effortlessly blends into its lush landscape.

The director prefers mid-century modern design. Having dreamed of living in Philip Johnson's glass house as a child, he found the style hard to come by abroad. "We don't have it in Europe; it's almost impossible to find,

Expansive windows in the kitchen frame views of the nearby forest and meadows.

In the shower, the Japanese porcelain tiles are all a slightly different finish, creating a shimmering effect. "It feels like movement," says Andrew.

Skylights above the mudroom and in the en suite shower let in plenty of natural light in unexpected spaces.

The cabinets are made from a super-matte laminate product called Fenix that’s ultra durable and fingerprint resistant.

The backsplash is made of large cement tiles that were sawed into smaller pieces and rearranged to give a mottled look. An appliance garage hides the "non-sexy things you want to put away," laughs Andrew—the blender, the toaster, and so on.

Madison Park

In the master bathroom, a matte Ove tub from Wetstyle is one of Maca’s favorite getaways. The angle of the custom window, designed with a minimal frame to maximize the view, mimics the roofline.

Modern bathroom fixtures are paired with rustic, natural materials.

A clawfoot tub was installed beneath the window and can be seen from the bedroom. The semi-enclosed shower room is lined in white subway tile while sage green penny tiles cover the floors.

The master bath features a rounded, freestanding bath.

Master bath wet room with views of trees.

Inspired by the sea and sand, Richard and Jackie Willcocks chose blue and orange joinery colors for their 1,140-square-foot prefab. The modular home is by New South Wales company ArchiBlox.

Now, the sizeable kitchen is an exceptional blend of old and new. The original floors, coffered ceiling, and windows are joined with IKEA cabinets with Semihandmade fronts, and Vermont-sourced Danby marble counters.