By relocating the front door to the side elevation and siting a new detached garage, thereby creating a courtyard entrance, we were able to open up the interior layout substantially, allowing the creation of an expansive living/kitchen space with bow window looking out to the private backyard. Two bedrooms and a luxurious second floor bathroom complete the simple residence.

A number of years later, the need for a first floor bathroom and future bedroom became necessary, so we designed a one-story addition nestled in the rear with access to the home’s patio and views up the hill to the dramatic setting beyond.