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A California home blends Japanese zen with organic modern details

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Designed by Brandon Architects this stunning contemporary home located in Dana Point, California blends Japanese details with organic modern materials. The design of this house has multiple layers as it reflects the homeowners’ individual interests as one. Inspiration for this design was drawn from Frank Lloyd Wright and Japanese elements.

The organic modern features begin right at the entry, a courtyard complete with a pond and stepping stones to the oversized pivot front door. This entry leads directly to a wall of windows on the exterior, where the indoor-outdoor experience shines.

DESIGN DETAILS: ARCHITECT Brandon Architects BUILDER Patterson Custom Homes INTERIOR DESIGN Dawson Design Group LANDSCAPE Modern Zen Group

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This dwelling boasts 8,423 square feet spanning across two levels with an elevator. In addition to its three bedrooms, four-and-a-half bathrooms, two offices, and library, the home also has several amenity spaces such as a media room, wine room, game room, gym, and a recovery room that houses a cold plunge and sauna. There is also a 2,338-square-foot garage.

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What We Love: This striking dwelling takes its cues from both 21st-century modern and Japanese aesthetics. Referencing a wabi-sabi ideal, organic materials were employed to gracefully transform this home into a wonderful living experience. Using a less-is-more approach for the design of this residence, the project team was able to create an inviting sanctuary that will stand the test of time.

Tell Us: What are your overall thoughts on the design of this home? Would you change any details in the design if this were your own home? Please share your thoughts in the Comments below!

Note: Take a look at a couple of other amazing home tours that we have featured here on One Kindesign in the state of California: A serene home merges with its breathtaking setting of Carmel by the Sea and Inside an elegant urban farmhouse with whimsical details in Venice Beach.

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The soft furnishings are a continuation of this organic modern style blended with Japanese elements. Inspired by the rammed earth walls’ color palette, earthy tones are predominantly implemented in the finishes and materials. A nod to Japanese heritage is strong in the owner’s retreat, with minimalism, a connection to nature, and even the traditional Japanese soaking tub.

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Rammed earth walls from the great room continue through to the exterior, adding another layer of indoor-outdoor connection and organic elements to contrast the metal and glass.

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This dwelling looks out to sprawling views of the Pacific Ocean and local beaches.

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PHOTOGRAPHER Manolo Langis

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Moi
1 year ago

Perfection 🤩

tony
1 year ago

Are these entry walls rammed earth? I like wide spaces and connections with the exterior, really nice design

Josh
1 year ago

Nice kitty cat.