Collection by Hilary Williams
An outdoor fireplace and courtyard create what Twohill calls a distinct “territory” between the main house (right) and the new addition while maintaining privacy for both dwellings. “The courtyard is particularly important because the family loves being on the ground,” he says. The stools are from Martin’s furniture company.
An outdoor fireplace and courtyard create what Twohill calls a distinct “territory” between the main house (right) and the new addition while maintaining privacy for both dwellings. “The courtyard is particularly important because the family loves being on the ground,” he says. The stools are from Martin’s furniture company.
The original Jones & Emmons floor plan from 1964.
The original Jones & Emmons floor plan from 1964.
The home spreads out from a courtyard garden in a shape that resembles a hand traced on a sheet of paper. The structure of each “finger” nods to the traditional gable-sided barns that dot the area.
The home spreads out from a courtyard garden in a shape that resembles a hand traced on a sheet of paper. The structure of each “finger” nods to the traditional gable-sided barns that dot the area.
Likewise, the guest bathroom boasts Fireclay tiles and Kohler fixtures.
Likewise, the guest bathroom boasts Fireclay tiles and Kohler fixtures.
The bathrooms were modeled after Japanese ryokans. Here in the main bathroom, muted Fireclay tiles clad the shower, which features a built-in bench and Purist fixtures from Kohler.
The bathrooms were modeled after Japanese ryokans. Here in the main bathroom, muted Fireclay tiles clad the shower, which features a built-in bench and Purist fixtures from Kohler.
Both Carlos and Whitney love coffee, but trips to the cafe were limited in the pandemic, so they got an AnZa machine in concrete.
Both Carlos and Whitney love coffee, but trips to the cafe were limited in the pandemic, so they got an AnZa machine in concrete.
Viewed from the entrance, the kitchen is a streamlined composition thanks to sleek concrete countertops by Caesarstone and Basis cabinet fronts by Reform. There’s a contemporary induction cooktop, fridge, and wall oven by Dacor. Viso counter stools by Muuto pull up to the island, embellished by a Linear pendant light by Kuzco above.
Viewed from the entrance, the kitchen is a streamlined composition thanks to sleek concrete countertops by Caesarstone and Basis cabinet fronts by Reform. There’s a contemporary induction cooktop, fridge, and wall oven by Dacor. Viso counter stools by Muuto pull up to the island, embellished by a Linear pendant light by Kuzco above.
A Rope Sofa by Normann Copenhagen defines the plush, inviting living room. Pearl oak hardwood floors by Hallmark Floors stay true to the subdued palette. Behind, the dining room features a Pedestal marble table and Neutra chairs from Casa Quieta under the Mori pendant from RBW. A Molekule air purifier hums quietly.
A Rope Sofa by Normann Copenhagen defines the plush, inviting living room. Pearl oak hardwood floors by Hallmark Floors stay true to the subdued palette. Behind, the dining room features a Pedestal marble table and Neutra chairs from Casa Quieta under the Mori pendant from RBW. A Molekule air purifier hums quietly.
A modern rug by Nordic Knots sets a muted stage for the Lena coffee table by Hedge House. The teak Grooves TV cupboard is by Ethnicraft.
A modern rug by Nordic Knots sets a muted stage for the Lena coffee table by Hedge House. The teak Grooves TV cupboard is by Ethnicraft.
Samples and swatches from Reform, Fireclay Tile, Concrete Collaborative, and Backdrop create a tactile collage.
Samples and swatches from Reform, Fireclay Tile, Concrete Collaborative, and Backdrop create a tactile collage.
Rodney from RF Design, which specializes in IKEA kitchens, helped the couple create elevations that allowed them to spec out appliances, countertops, and fixtures. They tired a few different options before landing on the final design, which privileges low, wide, deep drawers.
Rodney from RF Design, which specializes in IKEA kitchens, helped the couple create elevations that allowed them to spec out appliances, countertops, and fixtures. They tired a few different options before landing on the final design, which privileges low, wide, deep drawers.
Now, views permeate the entire home. Out on the patio, a sectional sofa from Neighbor and a coffee table from Zachary A. provide a chic gathering space. Hardwood floors from Hallmark run throughout.
Now, views permeate the entire home. Out on the patio, a sectional sofa from Neighbor and a coffee table from Zachary A. provide a chic gathering space. Hardwood floors from Hallmark run throughout.
Before: Rear exterior.
Before: Rear exterior.
Carlos Naude and Whitney Brown enjoy the outdoor dining area with their son, Rico, and dog, Mona. Kinto table settings complete the tableau.
Carlos Naude and Whitney Brown enjoy the outdoor dining area with their son, Rico, and dog, Mona. Kinto table settings complete the tableau.
An inviting entry nook—now featuring an Album surfboard and Cultiver towels—welcomes guests to the house.
An inviting entry nook—now featuring an Album surfboard and Cultiver towels—welcomes guests to the house.
Backdrop’s After Hours, a soft charcoal hue, gives Carlos Naude and Whitney Brown’s home in Woodland Hills, California, sleek curb appeal. Lund Sconces by Kuzco Lighting punctuate the exterior, and the streamlined garage doors are by Amarr.
Backdrop’s After Hours, a soft charcoal hue, gives Carlos Naude and Whitney Brown’s home in Woodland Hills, California, sleek curb appeal. Lund Sconces by Kuzco Lighting punctuate the exterior, and the streamlined garage doors are by Amarr.
For the backsplash, Nwankpa Gillespie chose a cream zellige tile from Cle. The warm, textural flooring is a herringbone-pattern terra-cotta brick.
For the backsplash, Nwankpa Gillespie chose a cream zellige tile from Cle. The warm, textural flooring is a herringbone-pattern terra-cotta brick.