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.
A total of 4935 sqft of living space (per the builder) is masterfully designed and features the Main Residence at 4260 sqft with 5 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms, a Guest House/ADU at 520 sqft with a kitchen…
This two-unit residential building proposes an alternative to conventional building strategies found throughout San Francisco. At the front elevation, a modern bay window is employed, contributing to the scale and rhythm of the more traditional bay windows…
To celebrate the 1923 brick building’s natural, industrial character Blitz designed a comfortable work/meet environment that is elevated and approachable. Timber ceilings and exposed brick walls are complemented by a lush finish palette and lots of greenery,…
Set in the mountains between Sonoma and Napa, this weekend home is just 10 minutes from downtown Calistoga, but it seems much further removed. Our involvement with the project began early. Familiar with the valley and the…
Built in 1903 and bought in 2001, the original house was dark and closed off, with no view to speak of. So the couple enlisted Ross Levy of Levy Art + Architecture to blow the roof off
The Point Reyes Residence was constructed with the vistas in mind and every single room is oriented toward looking across the water and at the world outside.
Being a beachfront home, this project required materials with a high resistance to salt air in order to resist decay and not degrade unnecessarily over time.
A light-filled family home in Rustic Canyon, a Pacific-coast facing canyon nestled in between Santa Monica and Pacific Palisades, in Los Angeles, California. The area is heavily wooded and lush with vegetation, including coastal live oaks and…
The Desert Palisades residence is located in the last hillside enclave of Palm Springs, newly open for development and slotted for architecturally significant homes. From siting to floor plan to finishes, all design decisions are made with…
