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The house scales an uphill lot, with views to the west.
Concrete walls run parallel along the side lot lines,
forming the side walls of the house and continuing
beyond to contain a protected garden.

The main floor sits at a garden level. It contain the
common spaces, beginning with a view balcony at the
front of the house that extends from the living room,
back to a large, kitchen/dining area that opens to rear,
outdoor living spaces.

Sloping roof planes hover above, and are contained
between the longitudinal concrete walls. Strategic gaps
or fissures were formed between roof and walls to
illuminate the walls with natural light. Large glazed
openings in the front and rear of the house create
transparency between indoor and outdoor spaces.
Additional rooms are situated on the floor below. A
roof deck is inserted at the top of the house and
functions as a con... more

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Styles:
Modern, Urban
Location:
Berkeley, CA, USA
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