…exterior-mounted hot water heater. The beautiful original architectural details of this home were preserved, such as the linear stacked stone and clerestory windows. In the entry foyer, the ceiling height…

…home was built as an entertaining oasis. Highlights include a sizable pool, outdoor living room, floor-to-ceiling windows and scenic doors (Marvin Signature Ultimate Lift and Slide Door) to connect the…

…to the landscape. Entry to the steep site is from above and you descend through dense native trees, along a winding path where you are presented with an entry porch…

…doors are opened. Flat ceiling was also removed to expose the huge space under the high pitch roof. High ceiling keeps the habitable space cooler especially when it’s 6 meters…

…new floor plan layout. The original dwelling had 8′ high ceilings and a chopped-up floor plan with several small rooms and narrow hallways. The goal of the new design was…

…home begins with a great first impression, featuring a soaring 18-foot ceiling in the entryway along with a custom staircase. Custom moldings can be found on every wall. Continue inside…

…ceiling light fixture is from Kichler Lighting. Grounding this space is an area rug from Loloi Rugs. Above: The floor stain is a custom 50/50 mix of Minwax Classic Gray…

…three bathrooms, as well as a newly renovated 1,100-square-foot guest house with two bedrooms and one bathroom. A garage/barn with a stone patio and porch is also on this idyllic…

…one wall featuring stacked stone and the other is a white wall with a dramatic floating staircase — both extends to the white oak ceiling. The pair of walls continue…

…The open Living, Dining, and Kitchen spaces of the home feature a vaulted, painted tongue-and-groove ceiling and painted wood and steel trusses. Above: The contemporary Kitchen features dark wood cabinetry,…