Judges' Comments
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Project Data:
Completion Date: 8/31/2014
Square Footage: 3500
Building Use: Single Family Residence
Location: Laguna Beach, CA
Project Description:
ELLIS
Our clients wanted to move to a smaller home now that their children had moved out and chose a through lot high on a hill overlooking Laguna Beach and its famous coastline. They were attracted to this property because the ever changing views of the ocean were available from both levels of the existing home. Programmatically, they wanted to live on one level with the master bedroom sharing the top floor with the primary living spaces while guest rooms, an office, and storage are located on the level below. A seamless connection to the outdoors because of the spectacular view was a major driving force behind the design. The palette of materials reflects our clients love of the “stormy skies” they often view above the ocean below. One of the main challenges was deciding where to locate parking and entry. Early opposition from neighbors and the Design Review Board led to a split solution with parking taken from the street below with guests entering from above. Removing the garage from the upper street allowed us to create an attractive courtyard garden entry, overlooked from the kitchen and allowing morning light into the main living spaces. The entryway is reached by a staircase that traverses a water feature before the view is revealed. The garage can be reached by staircase or elevator ensuring that the house will continue to work for our clients as they grow older.
C.O.T.E. | Committee on the Environment
Submitted By: |
McClean Design |
Design Architect: |
Paul McClean |
Associate Architect or Firm: |
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Landscape Architect: |
LA Studio - Larry Steinle |
Owner / Developer: |
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Engineer: |
Structural Engineer - Structures, Inc. Civil Engineer - Toal Engineering |
General Contractor: |
Gallo Builders, Inc. |
Consultant: |
Interior Design - Kristin Nugent |
Photographer: |
Jim Bartsch |
Ellis Residence
Category
Residential Custom