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The conversation pit was another idea central to Dudik’s early dream. It’s complemented by a semi-circle window and a skylight for views of the mountains and the stars.

The central courtyard presents an idyllic setting for private al fresco dining.

Neutral terrazzo flooring and plaster walls offer interest and texture in the upper level bath.

Before Ester Bruzkus Architekten transformed the top-floor apartment into a cozy home for a Berlin couple, the empty apartment had floor-to-ceiling windows on two sides and exposed concrete walls on the other sides. Rather than create a series of conventional rooms that would close off the sense of openness, a single millwork box was positioned away from the walls to make rooms between it and the existing walls.

The prominent Los Angeles modernist designed the post-and-beam residence—dubbed the Kubly House—for the original owners in Pasadena, California.

The primary bedroom on the ground floor shows off the couple’s antique Indonesian furniture and enjoys a view to the beach through a native amate tree.

Lutron Sivoia automatic roller shades in a custom valance were mounted to the window mullions, which were also painted Benjamin Moore “Wrought Iron.” The sofa is the Kasala Venice five-piece modular sofa tucked up against bespoke cabinetry by Beechtree Woodworks.

The pool is framed by angular concrete paths reflecting the natural geometry of the site.

Architects Ernesto Cragnolino and Krista Whitson designed and built an efficient four-bedroom home for their family in Austin.

The essence of this 1950s kitchen was recreated with modern-day appliances and additional counter space.

Architect David Montalba renovated a 1970s bungalow for Janette Sosothikul in Oxnard, California, a beach town midway between Malibu and Santa Barbara.

Architect Fred Fisher’s California residence recalls family memories of la dolce vita.

Reclaimed wood and lofted shelving trims the master bedroom.