This contemporary one-story home in Los Altos was designed for a small family unafraid of color, resulting in a residence that feels playful, modern, and welcoming. Clean lines and an attached garage define the exterior, while expansive glazing fills the home with natural light and frames strong connections to the surrounding landscape. Indoor–outdoor living was central to the design, with main living spaces opening seamlessly to the backyard. Inside, a vibrant yet balanced material palette and dynamic spatial flow create distinct zones for gathering and daily life, making the home both expressive and highly livable.
Since this striking contemporary home is situated on a corner lot, the owners requested we locate the garage facing the intersection to create privacy for the house. Given this prominent location, we used standing seam metal and unique surface treatments to make the garage an object of architectural interest.
The asymmetric gable of the garage is repeated in several different locations on the front, side, and rear elevations, framing views to the exterior. On the interior, these same forms translate into vaulted, light-filled spaces with wall-to-wall and floor-to-ceiling windows and custom linear skylights providing balanced natural light and views throughout the day.
At the rear of the property, the master suite creates a west-facing courtyard anchored by a shimmering lap pool that provides both exercise and visual calm for the homeowners.
Set on an upsloping corner lot in Los Altos, California about 10 feet above street level, this three-level grand Craftsman has a commanding presence.
The exterior palette features durable and attractive cement fiber shingle siding, natural stone accents, and both natural and painted wooden trim elements. The house also presents an extensive set of windows, drawing in an abundance of natural light and allowing outward views to the wooded site.
The interior design mixes both formal and rustic elements together per the client’s request. Elegant millwork complements more textural elements, such as stain-grade headers and a rough stone fireplace.
Overlooking the bucolic rolling foothills of Stanford University's pasture land in Portola Valley, California, this project afforded a unique design opportunity in terms of views and architectural character.
The relatively demure front facade fits in well with the traditional mid-century neighborhood.
The rear facade shows no such restraint, organizing about a 1.5 story great room and kitchen whose 15-foot tall windows and reverse shed roof capture the verdant greenery beyond the rear fenceline.
Expansive overhangs shelter outdoor activity areas while reducing heat gain on the glazing line.
Inspired by Santa Barbara’s distinctive flavor of Spanish revival architecture, this whole-house remodel and addition transformed a nondescript cottage into a distinctive Mission-style courtyard home.
This contemporary design was developed around an interior courtyard, with sliding aluminum doors, a decorative rainscreen, and other intricate details.
This contemporary home includes Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired details such as triple windows, deep overhanging eaves, and prominent indoor/outdoor spaces.
Sited on a corner cul-de-sac lot, this stately L-shaped building has separate wings for bedrooms and living areas, abundant natural light, and a gracious covered patio.
This Eichler-inspired contemporary home has large windows and low-slung roofs with deep eaves as well as improved insulation, hydronic heat, and other “green” features.
This striking home features a dramatic gable roof and ample windows and balconies that overlook surrounding oak and redwood trees.
With a crisp exterior featuring front and rear covered porches and an airy interior plan, this stately home feels both classic and contemporary.
This Japanese-inspired design includes an outdoor walkway that connects all the rooms and is sheltered by a dramatic cantilevered roof above.
This family-friendly home includes lofty ceilings, dazzling light fixtures, and extensive use of glass to create an open and bright atmosphere.
This contemporary take on classic Craftsman style features intricate millwork, playful tile and wall colors, and distinctive light fixtures.
