Nestled into a vineyard ridge in Healdsburg, California, the Vineyard Weekend House is a stunning contemporary retreat designed by Sutro Architects in collaboration with interior designer Claudia Juestel, founder and principal of Adeeni Design Group.
Discover Mill Valley House in Marin County by Yamamar Design. This eco-friendly home features sustainable materials, optimized daylighting, and blends seamlessly with its natural surroundings, providing a serene and inspiring refuge.
Project: A Rejuvenated Circa 1980 Modernist House Architecture: Mark Brand Architecture Interior Design: Mark Brand Architecture in collaboration with Applegate Tran Interiors Lighting design: Luminae Souter Location: Portola Valley, California, US Photography: Christopher Stark Photography San Francisco-based Mark Brand Architecture was hired to rejuvenate a circa 1980 modernist house clad in deteriorating vertical wood siding. From
Situated on a long, narrow lot in Venice Beach, Los Angeles, The Goodman Residence by Abramson Architects is a single-family home that expertly balances privacy with Southern Californian indoor-outdoor living. This unique design divides the property into two distinct areas, creating a dynamic interplay of solid and open spaces that both protect privacy and invite natural light.
Our clients selected a rural south facing wooded site with a clearing on top of a knoll for their retirement home. We chose to abandon an existing driveway in favor of keeping the knoll as open space for a court yard garden for the residence.
The Cohen Residence, designed by Abramson Architects, is a unique single-family home in Los Angeles that serves as both a creative workspace and a family haven. Built for screenwriter Etan Cohen—whose Hollywood credits include Tropic Thunder, Madagascar, and Get Hard—this residence reflects his approachable, playful personality while catering to the needs of his busy family.
Ranch Redo transforms a classic ranch‑style house in Culver City into a modern yet timeless family home. Moreover, ras‑a studio approached the renovation with respect for the original character while introducing contemporary comforts. Consequently, the result is a warm, inviting space that blends indoor and outdoor living.
This 7,500 square foot house was created in the Pacific Palisades Riviera neighborhood with views of the Pacific Ocean. The project began as a major renovation of an existing Spanish Mediterranean style home. As options were explored, it became irrational to renovate to the level of acceptable design that the clients aspired for.
