Project category: Single-Family

This project is a studio for two artists wishing to create a new work space while minimizing the impact of any new construction on the natural landscape of their property. Conceived as a “bridge” spanning a small arroyo adjacent to … Continued

Perched on a hillside, this open yet intimate home opens up towards a canyon with glass pocket doors and cantilevered decks. Three sides of the living space virtually disappear, suspending the space among the eucalyptus grove and allowing the house … Continued

Sited on a long, linear oceanfront lot, this home maximizes views of the beach and mountains while providing privacy from neighboring houses. The four-bedroom, five-bathroom house is organized around a central garden with a guesthouse that contains the garage, and … Continued

Perched on a mountain top with expansive northwest views, this 10,500 SF house gently responds to the natural typography and steps down the hill. Each level spills out onto an exterior patio with massive glass pocket doors, creating a seamless … Continued

This custom house is designed to maximize the views of the San Diego Bay while responding to the steep canyon on which it is located. This goal was accomplished through the incorporation of a 35’ long light-filled atrium that acts … Continued

Perched on a steep hillside in La Jolla, the site’s steep slope presented the challenge of maximizing views while creating usable outdoor space with a structure that is essentially floating above the hill. The house takes advantage of its difficult … Continued

The Goldfinch home acts as a gateway to the canyon, gently stepping down and opening up towards the natural landscape. The house is organized around a central courtyard, with floor-to-ceiling glass pocketing doors providing a seamless transition between indoor and … Continued