This William Wurster renovation project was carried out by Butler Armsden Architects, and is situated on a wide, high street in Pacific Heights, San Francisco, California. This revival home was originally designed by William Wurster and built in 1939, the interior is now a wonderment of contemporary design infused with unique artwork that adds character to this revival. The client purchased this home to serve as a west coast outpost for his family who live primarily in New York but maintain homes around the world. The design was informed in part by a reading of “In Praise of Shadows” by Junichiro Tanizaki and became a synthesis of the early Wurster aesthetic, with a new palate of natural, pure and casually beautiful materials, punctuated by a global collection of art and objects.

This island counter top is basalt with a chipped edge.

The sectional in this family room is the “Voyage Immobile Modular Sofa” from Roche Bobois. The artwork featured on the wall is by Alexander Calder from the client’s own personal collection.

The flooring features large oak planks with a coarse finish in an oyster color throughout the house. The orange club chairs were designed by Tobia Scarpa.

The wooden fingers are a custom piece by Thierry Martenon.

This stunning powder room features a shallow and rectangular sink by Alape.

The chairs seen in this sunroom are the Happy Chaises by Antonio Citterio for Flexform.

Photos: Courtesy of Butler Armsden Architects