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Tour this cool round house with minimalist details in Northern California

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Feldman Architecture has reimagined this minimalist house that is tucked away in Los Altos Hills, a town in Santa Clara County, California. This geometrically unique, 5,103 square foot structure is called “Round House”. This original dwelling, built in 1965, was one of a few similarly shaped homes built in California in the 60s.

Soon after moving in, the family of four recognized the inefficiencies of their new home – low roof eaves awkwardly obstructed the otherwise spectacular views. The original structure, referred to as the “doughnut house,” had an open-air courtyard in the center. It “was really interesting and very awkward at the same time,” said Steven Stept, Partner-in-Charge. The public living areas faced the private wooded hillside, while bedrooms opened onto sprawling, exposed views of Silicon Valley.

DESIGN DETAILS: ARCHITECT Feldman Architecture GENERAL CONTRACTOR Baywest Builders LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT Variegated Green LIGHTING DESIGN Tucci Lighting STRUCTURAL ENGINEER BKG Structural Engineers CIVIL ENGINEER Lea & Braze Engineering, Inc. GEOTECHNICAL CONSULTANT Romig Engineers Inc ARBORIST Urban Tree Management

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The project team set out to craft a respectful enrichment of the home’s original form, focusing on a site-sensitive response to the steep, challenging plot.

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Perched atop a precipitous site, the structure has 180-degree views with a deck that runs around its perimeter.

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The original central courtyard, once open-to-sky, transformed into the kitchen – an appropriate gesture for an aspiring baker and a family of food enthusiasts.

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A Japanese style of charred wood siding, called Shou Sugi Ban, seamless concrete floors, crisp curved white walls, and minimalist interiors let the colorful and dramatic views speak first.

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Beyond the imaginative design and technically skilled execution, the home, at its core, is a vessel for experiencing the ethereal beauty of the surroundings.

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In the kitchen, a large circular skylight floods the space with natural light, creating a makeshift sundial that illuminates different sections of custom curved casework throughout the day.

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What We Love: This uniquely shaped home underwent a complete transformation to open and modernize the design. Perched on a hillside, this impressive home takes full advantage of its surroundings and adapts to challenging site conditions to create a singular residence. By incorporating sustainable materials in the design, the house emphasizes its connection to nature and health in its design.

Tell Us: What design features in this minimalist house transformation in California do you find most appealing? Let us know 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 magnificent lakeside barn house with sweeping views over Donner Lake and Tour a delightful Northern California mountain home with farmhouse flavor.

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Above: The rounded exterior of this house is clad in Black Accoya from Delta Millworks.

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An outdoor deck is strategically carved out at the intersection of the living room and kitchen – framing sprawling views of the South Bay.

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EXTERIOR FACADE BEFORE THE RENOVATION

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PHOTOGRAPHER Adam Rouse

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KrissyB
1 year ago

Stunning remodel and those views!!