Hollywood Hillside Home
Project: Hollywood Hillside Home
Location: Beachwood Canyon, Hollywood CA
Scope: 1800 SF Renovation + Remodel
Status of Completion: Final Completion 2010
Role: Project Architect w/XTEN Architecture
This residential renovation and remodel sits on the top of Beachwood Canyon in the Hollywood Hills. The site has majestic views towards Griffith Park Observatory, the Hollywood Sign, and the neighboring Hollywood landscape. The client wished to preserve the existing programmatic layout.
The design concept was to treat the entire building as one volume. By applying a series of new datum lines in plan/section/perspective, we created a more cohesive exterior architectural expression. All non-structural walls dividing public spaces were eliminated thus revealing a light-filled loft-like space with visual access to multiple levels. An exterior deck, the our sole addition, linked the living room and elevated kitchen area. Existing opening were widened & extended to the floor & ceiling , and equipped with aluminum-framed glass sliding doors to maximize views and daylight.
Awards+Distinction:
2012 Record House, Architectural Record
2011 Merit Award, AIA California Council
2011 Merit Award, AIA Los Angeles
2011 Little Tokyo/L.A. Design Week
2011-12 Archdaily, Dezeen, Designboom, Mark Magazine, + Azure Magazine
