Firmness . . . Santa Cruz’s historically eclectic Pleasure Point neighborhood has been evolving in its own quirky way for almost a century, and many of its inhabitants seem to have been around just as long. They cling to the relaxed and funky seaside character of their beach community with an almost indignant provinciality. For both client and architect, neighborhood context became the singular focus of the design; to become the “poster child” for compatibility and sustainability. Dozens of photos were taken of the surrounding area as inspiration, with the goal of honoring the idiosyncratic, fine-grained character and informal scale of a neighborhood built over time. A low, horizontal weathered ipe fence at the street keeps out surfer vans and neighborhood dogs, and a simple gate beckons visitors to stroll down the boardwalk which gently angles toward the front door. A rusted steel fire pit is the focus of this ground level courtyard, which is encircled by a curving cor-ten garden wall graced by a sweep of horse tail reeds and tufts of feather grass. Extensive day-lighting throughout the home is achieved with high windows placed in all directions in all major rooms, resulting in an abundance of natural light throughout. The clients report having only to turning on lights at nightfall. Notable are the numerous passive solar design elements: careful attention to overhangs and shading devices at South- and West-facing glass to control heat gain, and passive ventilation via high windows in the tower elements, all are significant contributors to the structure’s energy efficiency. Commodity . . . Beautiful views of Monterey Bay and the lively local beach scene became the main drivers in plan and section. The upper floor was intentionally set back to preserve ocean views of the neighbor to the north. The surf obsessed clients wished to be able to see the “break” from their upper floor breakfast table perch, able to take a moment’s notice advantage of some killer waves. A tiny 4,500 s.f. lot and a desire to create a ground level courtyard for entertaining dictated the small footprint. A graceful curving cor-ten and stainless steel stair descends from the upper floor living areas, connecting them to a ground level “sanctuary”. A small detached art studio/surfboard storage shack in the back yard fulfills functional requirements, and includes an outdoor shower for the post-surf hose down. Parking access off a back alley helps to preserve ground floor space, and allows in the southern sun on the view/courtyard side. A relaxed “bare foot beach house” feel is underscored by weathered oak floors, painted re-sawn wall finishes, and painted wood ceilings, which recall the cozy cabins that stood here at Breakers Beach for nearly a century. Delight . . . Commemorating the history of the property was a priority for the surfing couple. With that in mind, they created an artistic reproduction of the original sign that decorated the property for many decades as an homage to the “Cozy Cabins at Breakers Beach”, which now graces the foyer. This casual assemblage of local vernacular architecture has been informed by the consistent scale and simple materials of nearby cottages, shacks, and bungalows. These influences were distilled down to a palette of board and batt, clapboard, and cedar shiplap, and synthesized with bolder forms that evoke images of nearby Capitola Wharf, beach lifeguard towers, and the client’s “surf shack” program requirements. The landscape design takes its cues from boardwalks, rusted steel fire rings, and native grasses, all of which firmly tie the building to its local beach community. The locals have embraced it as one of their own. Architect - Noel Cross Architect Landscape Architect - Christopher Yates Interior Designer - Gina Viscusi-Elson Lighting Designer - Vita Pehar Design Contractor - The Conrado Company

Robert Szczypinski
ストックホルムにある高級なヴィクトリアン調のおしゃれな家の外観の写真

Bois brulé et pan de toiture brisé minimisant l'impact du volume de l'extension
他の地域にあるラグジュアリーな小さなビーチスタイルのおしゃれな家の外観 (緑化屋根、下見板張り) の写真

Nantucket Home with pool
ボストンにあるビーチスタイルのおしゃれな家の外観 (マルチカラーの外壁、ウッドシングル張り) の写真

この「志摩の小庭いかだ丸太の家」のプロジェクト全体のを１枚のシートにまとめています。
他の地域にある小さな和モダンなおしゃれな家の外観 (縦張り) の写真

ボルドーにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなビーチスタイルのおしゃれな家の外観 (ウッドシングル張り) の写真

Tim Street-Porter, photographer
ハワイにあるトロピカルスタイルのおしゃれな木の家の写真

Custom build project. Located on Johns Island SC. Home is located on a 14 acre estate on the marsh, view of Kiawah river.
チャールストンにあるラグジュアリーなビーチスタイルのおしゃれな家の外観の写真

La VILLA 01 se situe sur un site très atypique de 5m de large et de 100m de long. La maison se développe sur deux étages autour d'un patio central permettant d'apporter la lumière naturelle au cœur de l'habitat. Dessinée en séquences, l'ensemble des espaces servants (gaines réseaux, escaliers, WC, buanderies...) se concentre le long du mitoyen afin de libérer la perspective d'un bout à l'autre de la maison.

他の地域にあるトロピカルスタイルのおしゃれな家の外観の写真

Extension d'une maison de ville en milieu bâti contraint.La facade et la toiture sont en bardage zinc noir telle une coquille protectrice. La façade abritée est en bardage bois.

オークランドにあるコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな家の外観の写真

グルノーブルにある高級な中くらいなラスティックスタイルのおしゃれな家の外観 (下見板張り) の写真

ヒューストンにあるラグジュアリーなモダンスタイルのおしゃれな家の外観 (縦張り) の写真

La VILLA 01 se situe sur un site très atypique de 5m de large et de 100m de long. La maison se développe sur deux étages autour d'un patio central permettant d'apporter la lumière naturelle au cœur de l'habitat. Dessinée en séquences, l'ensemble des espaces servants (gaines réseaux, escaliers, WC, buanderies...) se concentre le long du mitoyen afin de libérer la perspective d'un bout à l'autre de la maison.

Re roof at residential home
デンバーにある高級な中くらいなモダンスタイルのおしゃれな家の外観 (下見板張り) の写真

モンペリエにある高級な中くらいなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな家の外観の写真

ストラスブールにある高級な中くらいなモダンスタイルのおしゃれな家の外観の写真

ボストンにあるビーチスタイルのおしゃれな家の外観 (ウッドシングル張り) の写真