Surf House in Santa Cruz by Feldman Architecture
A hidden jewel in a coastside Santa Cruz neighborhood, Surf House brings a polished bohemian feel right up to the edge of one of California’s best surf breaks.
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.
Pacific Heights Home Contemporary Remodel by Regan Baker Design
With three children under the age of 5, our clients were starting to feel the confines of their Pacific Heights home when the expansive 1902 Italianate across the street went on the market.
Foster City Affordable Eichler Remodel by Klopf Architecture
Joseph Eichler developed his moderately priced houses for the mass-market starting in 1949. His homes were designed using affordable materials and simple construction techniques.
Oxnard Beach House / Montalba Architects
Oxnard Beach House intended to be a second home and gathering point for family and friends. This beach front house combines intimate interior spaces with expansive ocean views throughout all three levels of the house.
Montalba Architects Completes Construction on Airy Venice Beach Home
Montalba Architects, the Santa Monica-based architecture firm behind notable projects including Headspace’s headquarters, The Row Melrose and multiple Equinox locations, recently completed a Southern California single-family residence designed to meld together indoor and outdoor programs by tethered…
Mandeville Canyon House / Marmol Radziner Architecture
Sited between a canyon road and a hillside in the Santa Monica Mountains, the house uses the footprint of the property to strengthen its connection to the tree-filled site. The Mandeville Canyon House follows the gradual slope…
Skylab Reveals the Newly Transformed W San Francisco, California
Here’s an exciting new hotel project, the W San Francisco, which involved a complete reworking of the hotel interiors by innovative Portland, Oregon firm, Skylab. The design takes its inspiration from the rich history of San Francisco, abstracting elements…
Contemporary Urban Retreat, San Francisco / Feldman Architecture
Perched on a double lot overlooking downtown San Francisco, Urban Retreat’s steep and sloping site served as an inspiration for an inventive modern design. Feldman Architecture set out to maximize the home’s indoor outdoor connection and emphasize…
Pavilion Style House with a Panoramic View of San Jose
Our design team, upon initial visits to the site, aimed to construct a pavilion style house that both made whole the scarred terrain and benefited from the unusually flat land. These conditions encouraged our designers to push…