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New stone walkways, laid in a swirling pattern, surround the 4,600-square-foot house.
The house centers on a courtyard, complete with slate pavers, a dogwood tree, and rock gardens.
Much of the concrete and metalwork for the multilevel, L-shaped terrace had to be redone. The Pantagruel picnic table is by Dirk Wynants for Extremis; the 1966 Adjustable Chaises are by Richard Schultz for Knoll.
A Voido rocker by Ron Arad for Magis sits by the outdoor shower, also new.
All four zones open up to covered cedar-lined decks, which maximize California’s great landscape and cooling cross breezes.
"The panoramic that wraps the house differs significantly on each side, such that the perception and experience of the place changes dramatically as one turns and moves around," add the architects.
Studio Otto Felix opted for a Light Steel Frame system to minimize site impact and eliminate the need for concrete or bricks.
The home appears to float above the natural pool, adding an element of whimsy.
Beyond the living room and deck, a natural pool filled with koi fish serves as a unique focal point of the tropical garden.
On the roof terrace is a casual chair and planter, which helps make this space a lovely spot to relax and soak up the Australian sunshine.
Untreated-timber floor planks provide contrast against the black-painted elements and furnishings in the covered patio.
"Seen from the lagoon, the result is a memorable composition. Such an unusual form could feel out of place without its references to the distinct local typologies of barns and fruit-packing sheds," says Olmesdahl.
Robust and low-maintenance metal mesh—which offers both solar and privacy control—has been chosen for the screens.
The spacious pool area is peaceful and private.
The outdoor space fully enables indoor/outdoor living.
“The pull-out drawer at the rear is a very large and sturdy storage space that can actually support my weight (although a bit scary) and was intended to be just stowage space really,” he says. “Once it was installed and we pulled it out, we discovered it was a great height for sitting at. And then the idea of a rather elaborate outdoor kitchen came up.”
The wraparound backyard is lush and private with a large sun-filled patio.
Flooded with natural light, this property offers a true indoor-outdoor living experience.
The central atrium is a popular, defining design feature of all Eichler homes.
The house is located in an area between the open moorland of Bodmin and the wooded valleys of the south, widely regarded as the one of the most beautiful and pristine areas of Cornwall. It is two miles from Lostwithiel, an area with plenty of boutiques, antiques shops, and restaurants. It is also conveniently situated eight miles from the seaside town of Fowey.
Residents can view many forms of wildlife up close from the decked terrace. Spacious enough for a table and chairs, it is the ideal spot to rest and relax.
"There are several trees planted within the deck," Dunin explains. "As they grow, they will create separate intimate areas and provide additional shading and privacy."
A look at one of the bedrooms.
The pools were added in the 1980s by the current seller.
The cap for the fireplace was so massive it had to brought in by helicopter.
The pool connects the complex with its breathtaking beachfront setting.
The elongated feeling of the pool is balanced by the surrounding circular deck.
The guest quarters are located in a separate structure with a cylindrical base.
Meals can be had al fresco in the indoor/outdoor patio. The concrete/pebble floors are used both inside and outside the home to tie both spaces together.
The villa features a strong sense of both Mediterranean and tropical vibes.
Private balconies provide unobstructed views of the surrounding landscape from each bedroom.
A covered balcony is located off of the bedrooms on the upper floor.
As the screens move throughout the day, the outdoor space can either stay enclosed or upon up to the landscape, further enhancing the seamless connection between indoors and outdoors.
The main living spaces open directly onto a grand exterior patio shaded by wooden screens.
At the back of the house, a glazed wall slides open to connect with a spacious green terrace.
A backyard garden.
The roof hangs over the patio to provide shelter from the intense sunlight.
"The homeowners hoped to transform their lot into a unified, beautiful, indoor-outdoor oasis linking their home, yard, and a new backyard shed in a designed experience where every detail would come together to compose the many smaller sub-spaces into an integrated whole," notes the design firm.
Concrete pavers line the new hardscape, which steps up to a deck built of ipe wood. Ipe wood has also been used for the built-in benches and fencing.
In 1982, UNESCO declared the beaches of General Villamil as having the second-best climate in the world.
The bi-fold glass wall opens up to, and celebrates, the pool house's natural setting.
Modern pool house exterior. Designed by JBellessa Design. Indoor-outdoor living
"I want the members to feel completely comfortable and not want to leave,
"Situation and activities outside are framed using various square windows that lead to different directions and views. This various openings allow unique interactions with neighbors and people passing by," the architects note.
The wood-slatted louvers to provide shade from the setting sun and a breathtaking view.
The pavilion overlooks the 60-foot long lap pool which was built into the hillside with a stunning roughhewn exposed stone ledge.
A wood-stacked wall adds texture.
Attached to the pool is a single pitch steel-framed pavilion with an outdoor kitchen and dining area. The shelter provides additional outdoor living space for the family to congregate.
Ample space for guests includes a refurbished 1976 “Texas Motel” Airstream—and the family has plans for additional guest quarters in the works.
"The design separates public and private space by a covered, but external walkway," note the team. "By juxtaposing these positions, the house acts like a camp—retreating to the tent to sleep and living under the tree canopy outside—a universal gathering space connected by landscape rather than built form."
The patio space helps connect the home to nature, allowing guests to enjoy a taste of Mediterranean indoor/outdoor living.
A peaceful corner of interconnected outdoor space.
The owners encourage native plant growth by consulting with Sigmetum, a team of botanical architects based in Lisbon.
The rectangular edges of the whitewash rooftop terrace is perfectly integrated into the surrounding nature.
The home integrates many sustainable practices, including using solar energy to heat water.
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