Nestled in the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains, the House of Horns overlooks San Francisco Bay. Here, an inherited ruin—a half-built “Spanish Style” foundation—became the canvas for a new vision. Instead of erasing what existed, the architects wove it into a fresh composition of rhythms, forms, and materials that respond to the land and the sky.
When the owner acquired this three-storey Toronto house, its 1960s studio vibe felt outdated and cramped. Consequently, WILLIAMSCRAIG Design gutted the interior to craft a warm, adaptable home for a recently widowed parent and two pre-teen children. The result highlights family togetherness and private retreats, while forging a strong connection to the garden.
Finally, the interior structure uses composite columns and beams with bolted connections. As a result, we can disassemble and reuse them later. We minimized material types and repeated low-tech details to keep construction clear and adaptable. Therefore, anyone can understand and modify the building over time.
Ka’anche House sits in Todos Santos, Baja California Sur, within a residential development centered around a shared urban garden. This green space guides both the home’s placement and its design. As a result, the house maintains a constant visual and functional connection to the landscape.
Nestled on a steep, wooded site, Night Song Bridge House bridges a ravine in a remote valley. Its design reflects the red clay of the land and the hush of nocturnal life. Moreover, this retreat lifts its upper level into the treetops while anchoring its lower level in concrete.
Perched on a forested hillside above a shallow bay in the San Juan Islands, the Henry Island Guesthouse offers a compact, thoughtfully designed escape. By responding to the site’s rugged terrain, reusing materials from the main residence, and prioritizing a seamless connection to the landscape
Perched at 6,300 feet in Utah’s high desert, The Periphery House offers a quiet retreat just outside the Grand Staircase–Escalante National Monument. Built by Locus Studio over four years, this two-bedroom home balances rugged exposure with thoughtful design.
Casa Velia maximizes a tight footprint of just 60 sqm by embracing simple geometry and thoughtful design. Consequently, the home feels spacious despite its limited size. Moreover, each area benefits from high ceilings and strategic material choices that connect interior and exterior.
