Inspiration

A large glass roof and removal of many internal walls, opens the old Victorian house to a flood of daylight.

Front deck and facade

Case Inlet Retreat

Helen Street by mw|works

Protected by an overhang, and floating above ground level, this tertiary space is known in traditional homes as the "engawa." To sustain a unified look throughout, the floor and ceiling are clad in ipe wood.

On the patio, an infinity pool overlooks the Pacific Ocean below. A low profile fire pit is paired with shorter succulents to maintain a direct view.