With its diverse landscapes and progressive design culture, California has long been a fertile ground for innovative architecture and interior design. From coastal retreats in Malibu to desert homes in Joshua Tree and modern residences in Los Angeles and San Francisco, these projects reflect a deep connection to climate, light, and lifestyle.
Explore all architecture and interior design projects from California published on HomeWorldDesign—spaces that blend function, creativity, and the spirit of the West Coast.
Whipple Russell Architects once again prove their mastery of hillside sites with Hutton Drive 2641 House. By literally cutting into the rear slope, they craft a home that feels both expansive and intimately connected to Southern California’s natural…
Nestled within the gated Vintage community of Indian Wells, Serenity House by Whipple Russell Architects transforms code‑driven constraints into an immersive desert retreat. Excavated into two sun-drenched levels, this home balances minimalism with curated art and engineering marvels—offering…
When the 2018 Woolsey Fire swept through Malibu, it left behind charred landscapes—and an unusual opportunity to redefine residential design within strict fire‑rebuild regulations. Klopf Architecture seized that chance with the Malibu Glass Box House, transforming an…
Perched atop a narrow, hourglass‑shaped ridge in Los Angeles, Summitridge House emerges as a harmonious dialogue between site, form, and experience. Conceived by architect Marc Whipple in collaboration with interior designer Troy Adams, this four‑level residence navigates steep…
Nestled into a once‑overlooked parcel beneath established Mission Hills homes, Casa Susana by Nakhshab Development & Design embodies a labor of love. Conceived by Soheil Nakhshab alongside his brother and father, this residence completes a private trio of…
Tucked into a verdant hillside, Linda Flora House by Wolcott Architecture captures the essence of California living through its seamless fusion of indoor and outdoor spaces. By weaving warm wood, natural stone, and expansive glazing into the home’s fabric, the…
Perched on a steep Beverly Hills ridgeline, 1414 Donhill Drive by Whipple Russell Architects transforms a once‑forbidding hillside into a serene, five‑level home that embraces its topography. Rather than impose a monolithic block, the design cascades down the…
Set against the dramatic foothills of the Santa Rosa Mountains in Palm Desert, California, Bighorn House by Whipple Russell Architects transforms an arid landscape into a lush, water‑focused retreat. Inspired by the client’s childhood memories of desert visits,…
Perched on a secluded, concave plateau, AN Residence emerges as a sculptural statement by Vincent Van Duysen. Although it greets visitors with a closed, introspective façade, the house unfolds into a series of colonnades that frame sweeping canyon…
