Creekside retreat set in a redwood grove gets a stunning modern update

PHOTOGRAPHER Jeff Zaruba

Richardson Pribuss Architects has beautifully reimagined this creekside retreat that was originally built in 1954, situated in Mill Valley, a picturesque town nestled in the foothills of Mount Tamalpais, California.

PHOTOGRAPHER Jeff Zaruba

The residence is nestled in a redwood grove, on a gently upsloping property that is bordered by a creek. The site features a distinctive old wooden bridge that crosses over the creek, while walls of rock carve pathways through the site.

The homeowners, a family of four, wished to maintain the original historic character of the dwelling; at the same time renovating it to today’s modern living standards.

PHOTOGRAPHER Jeff Zaruba

PHOTOGRAPHER Jeff Zaruba

The beautiful flooring on the front porch is reclaimed redwood from the exterior of the original house. There was no stain applied to the wood, just a sealer.

PHOTOGRAPHER Jeff Zaruba

This charming creekside retreat features bright and airy interiors that are illuminated by expansive windows and skylights.

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The spacious chef’s kitchen features soaring ceilings and luminosity thanks to expansive floor-to-ceiling glass doors that provide a seamless indoor-outdoor connection.

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The great room showcases soaring double-volume ceilings with clerestory windows.

PHOTOGRAPHER Jeff Zaruba

The windows throughout this home were sourced from Jeld-Wen Windows & Doors.

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PHOTOGRAPHER Jeff Zaruba