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.
Los Altos Residence is a 5,360 SF modern house designed by Bohlin Cywinski Jackson. Located in an established Los Altos neighborhood, this single-family residence is a modernist reinterpretation of the Northern California ranch style home
The Eastern tradition and background of the Client finds influence in the material finish qualities of the house. Aspiring to descriptions of shade, shadow and dimness by Junichiro-Tanizaki in his essay, In Praise of Shadows, alcoves of…
Recently completed by Feldman Architecture, Healdsburg House was designed as an open air pavilion to embrace the sweeping views. Metal and glass panels lift to provide seamless connections to the outdoor spaces on both sides of the…
Set in the remote, harsh high desert of California, Sawmill is a family retreat that reflects and weaves into the beautiful, tough, scrubby site. Tough as nails, the house is built to respond to drastic climate variations…
Toro Canyon Residence was designed by ShubinDonaldson, mixing concrete, steel, and glass to create a sophisticated effect. The house is located in Montecito, California, USA. This residence on a 10-acre site is approached via a narrow, tree covered…
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.
Located in Sacramento, California, the Burnett Way Residence is a modern home designed by Serrao Design and Architecture for a young family. The home was conceived as an oasis in the City, an inner focussed courtyard garden home.
Inspired by simple, mid-century modern design. Full-sun and changing light. Panoramic views of Russian River. Walls of windows/sliders. Glorious moon & sun rises. Privacy. No nearby neighbors ever. Wine Country kitchen. Large master. Outdoor shower & hot
Project: Sunset Magazine Offices Architects: RMW Architecture & Interiors Principal in Charge: Terry Kwik Location: Oakland, California, USA Area: 16,800 sq ft Photography: Jasper Sanidad RMW Architecture & Interiors have designed the new Sunset magazine offices in
