Surrounded by rolling acres, this courtyard house provides an informal style living experience referencing early California architecture mixed with clean lines and modern amenities. Butler Armsden Architects were responsible for the design of this elegant, timeless home that embraces its site in Portola Valley, California. This contemporary courtyard house was designed to maximize the surrounding views by punctuating […]
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Courtyard home offers a fresh and contemporary aesthetic in California
A striking contemporary courtyard home was designed by Butler Armsden Architects, located on a gently sloping 1.75 acre property in Atherton, California. This home is spread out over two levels, maximizing views of the rolling hills surrounding the site. From the exterior facade you will find a visually pleasant, varied massing and simple wood siding. This […]
Eco-friendly weekend retreat with mesmerizing views over Sonoma Valley
This modern weekend retreat was designed for a family of four and their extended family by Butler Armsden Architects, located in Sonoma, California. Nestled high up on a hillside, this spectacular residence offers sweeping views over the Sonoma Valley. This area was famously christened the “Valley of the Moon” by renowned American novelist, Jack London. As […]
California LEED-Platinum home centered on three living pavilions
This spectacular LEED-Platinum home was designed by Butler Armsden Architects, located on a suburban property in Menlo Park, California. This residence is comprised of 3,542 square feet spread out over three pavilion living spaces. Careful attention was given to the design of the exterior facade, which faces a busy cross street, visible almost a quarter mile on […]
Extraordinary contemporary estate with lavish details in California
This incredible contemporary estate is seamlessly integrated into its surroundings, designed by Butler Armsden Architects, located in the countryside of Atherton, California. The property consists of a main residence boasting 9,655 square feet of living space with five bedrooms, five full bathrooms and two half bathrooms. There is also a guest house on the site, […]
Stunning remodel in San Francisco opens to the outdoors
An existing home of a couple of empty nesters has been given a new life by Butler Armsden Architects, located in the Pacific Heights neighborhood of San Francisco, California. The couple had lived here since they were newlyweds, raised two children and had grown attached to their beloved home. So instead of trading their home in […]
Wurster Revival filled with contemporary art in San Francisco
This William Wurster renovation project was carried out by Butler Armsden Architects, and is situated on a wide, high street in Pacific Heights, San Francisco, California. This revival home was originally designed by William Wurster and built in 1939, the interior is now a wonderment of contemporary design infused with unique artwork that adds character […]
Spectacular St. Helena hillside retreat
Looking for a place to retire in St. Helena, Napa Valley the wine country of California, a couple settled on this secluded but close to downtown shaped lot for the site of their modern retreat. Butler Armsden Architects designed the main house to be set back from the street, separated from the garage and studio […]










