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Trancas House / Lorcan O’Herlihy Architects

Trancas House, Malibu / Lorcan O’Herlihy Architects

Originally designed in 1985 by Lorcan O’Herlihy for his parents, Trancas House was tragically lost in the Woolsey fires that devastated Malibu in November 2018. Determined to rebuild, the owners enlisted Lorcan O’Herlihy Architects [LOHA] to design a new residence that would not only honor the home’s history but also incorporate fire-resistant and climate-conscious elements.

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Berkeley Research Group / OTJ Architects

Founded in 2010, Berkeley Research Group (BRG) is a global consulting firm whose multi-disciplinary specialists partner with leading organizations to resolve disputes, improve corporate performance, and help meet critical financial objectives.

Eureka Valley Residences / Knock Architecture and Design

Eureka Valley Residences / Knock Architecture and Design

Eureka Valley Residences by Knock Architecture and Design is a remarkable single-family home expansion that maximizes both space and views. By expanding upwards and downwards, the residence takes full advantage of its urban setting. This vertical growth allows the homeowners to enjoy breathtaking cityscapes from multiple levels of their home.

Three Gables House / Aidlin Darling Design

Three Gables House, Napa Valley / Aidlin Darling Design

Perched on ten acres in the hills overlooking Napa Valley, this rural homestead was designed for a family of three seeking a more peaceful life away from the city. After a wildfire destroyed Aidlin Darling Design’s original, mid-construction design, the family was determined to rebuild the modern, resilient home that embraced the agrarian vernacular of the father’s European roots.

Canyon Drive House / Lorcan O'Herlihy Architects

Canyon Drive House / Lorcan O’Herlihy Architects

The Canyon Drive House by Lorcan O’Herlihy Architects is a creative response to Los Angeles’ housing challenges. Developed under LA’s Small Lot Subdivision Ordinance, the project is designed to offer compact, affordable homes for first-time buyers while maintaining the character of the city’s neighborhoods.

Moon Gate ADU / Cover Architecture

Moon Gate ADU / Cover Architecture

Unlike the typical layout on a residential lot, the Moon Gate ADU is situated at the front of the property. The primary 1961 ranch-style home sits at the back, perched near a ravine overlooking Hahamongna Watershed Park. Wang designed two contrasting forms—the ADU and an adjacent storage unit—that intentionally differ from the main house.

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