The couple raised the ceiling height in the main room of the bathroom, then lowered it in the shower to create a "jewel box
The couple added a half-bathroom to the main level and replaced the tiling, costing them around $6,600 combined.
RJ and Frances took down the wall to connect the kitchen with the living area, improving the home’s circulation.
In the backyard, the couple added a pergola, greenhouse, and outdoor dining space for $6,000.
Danny envisioned the space between the ADU and the house as an informal place to gather. "It creates a sort of courtyard sensibility, which works for our intergenerational family dynamics."
On a clear day, you can catch a whiff of sea salt from atop the cliffside.
In the primary bath, new tile from Ceramica Vogue Interni and custom cabinetry by Dolan Construction is topped with terrazo-inspired counters from Concrete Collaborative.
The balance of mint green-painted ironwork, plants, pool, and blue sky capture the warmth of the Mérida indoor-outdoor living environment.
Thanks to a 2000 renovation led by Hollingsworth's son, Russell, the home is twice the size of other Neoteric homes, offering 3,865 square feet of living space across two levels.