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The architect, Charles Bates, designed the home for his own family.

Brick floors and teak built-ins run throughout the 1960 Bates Residence, which is wrapped in floor-to-ceiling glazing.

Jewel tones and floral prints define the drawing room’s furnishings, which were sourced from around the world. The room’s centerpiece is a large double-face fireplace finished in handmade olive-green ceramic tiles. In the evenings, a champagne cart rolls through the room and a pianist plays in the background.

The renovated ’50s home has Japandi interiors, an original brick fireplace, a pool, and prime access to the high desert landscape.

Perched on a forested hillside, the cedar-clad house conjures up tree house vibes with organic materials, double-height ceilings, and an elevated deck.

The glass-encased house frames views of its rocky site, the surrounding jungle, and the nearby ocean at Playas del Coco.

Architect Charles P. Winter designed this 6,500-square-foot home with a series of patios, half levels, and skylights that soak up views of the surrounding forest.

Surrounded by a wild apple orchard, the revamped 1800s residence is a slice of pastoral bliss, complete with a converted barn.