This stunning 1960s midcentury ranch house was re-imagined by DesignARC, located in the community of Montecito, Santa Barbara County, California. Inspired by another project by the architect, the homeowner’s desired a fresh take on their out-dated, well-worn residence. Originally from Toronto, Canada, the couple is at ease in urban, loft-like spaces. Here, they wished to create a pared-down dwelling that could become their home.
The objective of this renovation project was to completely re-configure the floor plan beneath the existing roof. Spaces were organized to create a harmonious flow throughout the interior spaces. The main priority was to connect all spaces to the outdoors. On either side of the living room, pocket sliding glass doors create an open-air breezeway out of what was once a dark and secluded room. Continuous ridge skylights flood the center of the house with natural light, further blurring the lines between indoors and out.
The minimalist palette consists of essentially three materials: smooth-trowelled plaster, cementitious panel, and fumed-oak floors. With a color scheme of “one white” paint, the interior provides a neutral backdrop to the vibrant relationship the family enjoys with the outdoors, and the mild Santa Barbara climate.
Above: The doors see through the entryway to the lush backyard on the other side and let a lot of light into the great room.
What We Love: This midcentury ranch house features a beautiful new interior layout that focuses on indoor-outdoor living. The new floor plan offers a harmonious flow and bright and airy living spaces, conducive to family living. Overall, the architects did a fabulous job of re-imagining this home to its full potential.
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Note: Have a look at a couple of our favorite midcentury home tours that we have showcased here on One Kindesign: Mid-century modern home gets a stunning transformation in Michigan and Chic midcentury modern renovation surrounded by woods in Seattle.
Above: In the living room, the sectional sofa is from Poliform. The floors are fumed wide plank oak.
Photos: Jim Bartsch Photography
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