From 1950’s Teardown to Contemporary Standout
The house is built onto an upslope lot, therefore the main living spaces which open onto the backyard are located on the upper floor which is accessed via a short run of stairs. To make the rather compact space appear more spacious, double doors were substituted for the original single width opening. A glass banister and a picture window above the door provide see-through surfaces. The chandelier which hangs from the newly vaulted ceiling adds a dramatic touch to this entryway. .