Nestled in a picturesque
San Francisco neighborhood known for its Victorian-style streets, this two-story home dating back to 1974 was renovated by
Studio Terpeluk . Surrounded by private gardens and lush greenery, the so-called
Redwood House was originally designed by architect
Albert Lanier .
At the request of the couple of owners, the renovation aimed to
increase the area of the residence without losing the original DNA of the construction, characterized by angular geometries, interiors in redwood and external patios. As a result, a new guest suite was added, a home office, a bar and a TV room –
thus increasing the total area from 210 square meters to 299 square meters .
The living spaces have been opened up to maximize views and dialogue between the interior and exterior. At the main entrance, an
intimate courtyard paved with precast concrete and a redwood
deck welcomes guests. Redwood surfaces and structural elements complete the welcoming interior landscape: from the sloping roof beams to the partition walls and built-in shelves.
Marked by the pink sculpture by Chinese artist
Wanxin Zhang , the living room is completed by sweeping views of the city. A library also shelters the desk, where the walls of books reach the ceiling.
"Color was a recurring theme in the owners' exquisite and eclectic art collection. This perfectly matched my interest in mid-century Italian design and its bold use of color. We collaborated with our friend and designer
Beatrice Santiccioli to enrich the project with a tailor-made color language".
On the middle floor, the guest suite with private sitting area is directly accessible from the entrance courtyard. The master bedroom and a large pastel-hued bathroom also open up to city views.
Finally, on the lower floor, a media room and a home office space with a kitchen benefit from the abundant natural light that enters through the windows. By extending the concrete floor and indoor living space towards the surrounding landscape, Studio Terpeluk
preserved its connection to the neighborhood and
maximized access to daylight .
Italian landscaper
Monica Viarengo , wife of architect Brett Terpeluk, designed the project’s outdoor areas with the goal of creating a
green haven that changes as you move around the property.
The garden’s color palette is natural and highlights the local flora. – with tones ranging from orange, yellow and blue, providing a glimpse of the vast Californian coastal landscape.
