Feldman Architecture designed this beach house refuge that brings a polished bohemian feel right up to the edge of one of the best surf breaks in Santa Cruz, California. The homeowners were well-versed on the nuances of the site and dreamt of a home that fit naturally and sustainably into its beachy, eclectic locale.
Subject to a 100-year geologic setback requirement as well as the CA Coastal Commission, a site-sensitive solution that respected both the coast and the community became a design focus. Monterey Cypress (locally salvaged) also acts as a focal point of the home’s design – the exterior is clad with board and batten slats, setting up an exterior and interior palette present throughout this 4,490 square foot home. Waste in the milling process and trunk use was minimized by holistically integrating every level of wood grade into the design.
DESIGN DETAILS: ARCHITECTURE Feldman Architecture INTERIOR DESIGN Commune Design LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT Ground Studio CONTRACTOR RJL Construction STRUCTURAL ENGINEER Strandberg Engineering LIGHTING DESIGNER Tucci Lighting ART CONSULTANT Allison Harding SAWYER Arborica
Additional natural materials used throughout this home include soapstone, plaster, concrete, and unlacquered copper and brass, which were chosen for their propensity to patina with time, particularly in the salt air.
A conceit based on a ‘professor who surfs’ provided inspiration for interiors filled with a number of commissions from a long list of artists, artisans, and designers including Stan Bitters, Tripp Carpenter, Tanya Aguiniga, Doug McCollough, Alma Allen, BBDW, Sam Malouf and Nakashima Workshops; mixed with custom upholstered seating, vintage furnishings, found objects and lots of books. The goal was to achieve spaces that feel free-spirited but intellectual, casual, and highly practical yet fully considered.
Above: In the entry foyer of this beach house refuge, a niche is lined with beautiful Josef Frank fabric for Svenskt Tenn.
What We Love: This beach house refuge provides a family of surfers with an idyllic escape in an amazing location. A boho feel can be found throughout this home, adding a relaxed feel with a touch of whimsy. We are especially loving the fantastic indoor-outdoor connection and the wonderful outdoor living spaces that encourage relaxation time in the great outdoors with magnificent ocean views.
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The main living spaces were designed to maximize an indoor/outdoor connection, seamlessly transitioning from the intimate front courtyard to the warm and open great room and kitchen, finally opening onto the back patio overlooking the sea.
Above: The dining room furnishings are custom walnut.
Above: In the living room, Gerrit Rietveld chairs are by Cassina covered in Hermès wool. The blue sofa is by Vincent Van Duysen for Arflex. The cocktail table is custom by Alma Allen, while the vintage floor lamp is by Paavo Tynell. In front of the fireplace is a brass fire screen by Tanya Aguiñiga.
Large sweeping doors open to connect the living space to the spacious back deck, which is fitted with an in-ground hot tub and outdoor kitchen, perfect for entertaining visiting family and friends.
Above: On the deck, the lounge chairs are from PLANEfurniture, while the ceramic stools are by Sunja Park for Commune.
Above: Highlights of this kitchen include soapstone countertops, a Wolf Range, and Vola plumbing fixtures. The counter stools are by BDDW. This space extends out to the deck for outdoor entertaining.
Above: In the children’s bedroom, the headboards are covered in a Josef Frank linen for Svenskt Tenn. Grounding this space, the carpet is by Christopher Farr.
Above: Hanging on the wall above the bed is a textile sculpture by Kira Dominguez Hultgren. Grounding this bedroom space is a Kaleidoscope rug by Commune for Christopher Farr.
Above: The guest bathroom features exquisite tile in Commune for Exquisite Surfaces. The plumbing fixtures are by Vola.
Above: An interior courtyard features a show-stopping custom tile fireplace by Stan Bitters. The outdoor sofa is by Ten10, while the lounge chairs are by Garza Marfa.
Above: The surf board room opens into an interior courtyard.
Above: With jaw-dropping views of Monterrey Bay, patio furnishings include chaise lounges by Concreteworks.
PHOTOGRAPHER Joe Fletcher + Stephen Kent Johnson
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