The garage volume was excavated into the hillside, and the experience of approaching the house occurs along a lushly landscaped path along the side of the garage and arriving in the courtyard before entering the interior space of the house.

These diagrams illustrate the sequence of building the three different volumes for this steep hillside. The initial volume involves carving a garage into the hillside at the street level. The second volume is dedicated to the public areas of the house, while the third and final volume, located at the top, houses the private spaces.

The deliberate segregation of these distinct spaces creates a smooth flow between the street and the home.

Floor Plans

The living room flows seamlessly into the kitchen and dining areas.

The private spaces are located above to capitalize on the expansive view of the mountains and ocean. These volumes shift in response to the unusual geometry of the site in relation to the street to create visual interest and opportunities for terraces.

The master bedroom looks out at the ocean while appearing to be nestled in the hillside

Large expanses of windows enhance this sensation.

These bold volumes were expressed in varying shades of neutral stucco cladding to express their solid mass and differentiate them from one another. These neutral tones stand in further contrasts to the lush native landscaping on the surrounding hill.