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and through the middle of the lot a small ravine ran, innocently
dry most of the year, but with the capacity to become a running
stream under heavy rains," Beard says. These characteristics led
the architect to choose the northern side of the lot. "The whole
composition is one of unfolding and layering."
Organized in one level, this home, which includes a pool
house, has a roughly H-shaped plan. The five bedrooms are
situated in the longer leg of the H, while the main living space
is in the middle. "The most important aspect of the layout is the
marriage with the outdoor spaces," says Beard. "The climate is
wonderful, and it's a quiet site with south facing views. The house
and adjacent landscaped spaces and courtyards are arranged
so you are always connected with the outside, no matter where
you are. It's quite Zen in a way."
The peaceful, warm and relaxed atmosphere is an all-day
invitation to enjoy the views, which are revealed and framed in the
different living spaces. Made by Vita Pehar, the lighting design
complements and subtly highlights the soft color and material
palette made of oak, fir and cedar. Dauphine sconces by Circa
adorn the entry hall, while Caravaggio pendants by Lightyears
were installed in the kitchen. In the master bathroom, the team
opted for Opus sconces by Waterworks.
"THE MOST
IMPORTANT
ASPECT OF THE
LAYOUT IS THE
MARRIAGE
WITH THE
OUTDOOR
SPACES,"
SAYS BEARD.
