Westridge House, Portola Valley, California / Richard Beard Architects
Backed by the dramatic landscapes of California’s scenic Portola Valley, the Westridge house embraces its natural setting with an elevated take on the rural vernacular.
California
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.
Crosby House / Nakhshab Development & Design
The Crosby House pays homage to the original mid-century era style of architecture infused with today’s modern elements: post and beam construction, multiple atriums to bring in natural light, floor-to-ceiling glass
Grand View Residence by Hsu McCullough
The Grand View Residence was designed as a retreat with the layout considering the location of two existing, significant mature trees at the front yard
Hazel Road Residence, a Renovation and Addition to a 1950s Home in Berkeley, CA
This 1950’s house was long in need of an upgrade and expansion to capitalize on otherwise ‘good bones’ and to satisfy the needs of a family with young children.
Grand View Oak Residence by Hsu McCullough
The Grand View Oak Residence has five bedroom, five bathrooms as well as a powder room while also offering multiple rooftop decks with magnificent views of the Pacific Ocea
Forest Vacation Home by Faulkner Architects in Truckee, California
Faulkner Architects recently completed Forest Vacation Home, a new 4,500-square-foot, four-bedroom residence.
Blue Oaks Residence / Richard Beard Architects
The structures are simple and straightforward, reminiscent of the ranches, farms and vineyards that typify the Anderson Valley north of San Francisco.
Creative Office for Zoom / Anacapa Architecture
This objective of this project was to transform a tired 1970s-era building into a vibrant and creative office for international video conferencing experts, Zoom. Located near downtown Santa Barbara, the split-level building had been haphazardly remodeled over…
Theorem Winery, Calistoga, California by Richard Beard Architects
Theorem Winery is located west of downtown Calistoga, California, within the Diamond Mountain appellation in Napa Valley. Eschewing the ubiquitous large winery venues focused on handling hundreds of guests at one time, Theorem is designed as an…