Modern bathroom by Burdge Architects and Associates in Malibu, CA. Berlyn Photography

Mediterranean home nestled into the native landscape in Northern California.

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Builder: John Kraemer & Sons | Architect: TEA2 Architects | Interior Design: Marcia Morine | Photography: Landmark Photography

The 800 square-foot guest cottage is located on the footprint of a slightly smaller original cottage that was built three generations ago. With a failing structural system, the existing cottage had a very low sloping roof, did not provide for a lot of natural light and was not energy efficient. Utilizing high performing windows, doors and insulation, a total transformation of the structure occurred. A combination of clapboard and shingle siding, with standout touches of modern elegance, welcomes guests to their cozy retreat. The cottage consists of the main living area, a small galley style kitchen, master bedroom, bathroom and sleeping loft above. The loft construction was a timber frame system utilizing recycled timbers from the Balsams Resort in northern New Hampshire. The stones for the front steps and hearth of the fireplace came from the existing cottage’s granite chimney. Stylistically, the design is a mix of both a “Cottage” style of architecture with some clean and simple “Tech” style features, such as the air-craft cable and metal railing system. The color red was used as a highlight feature, accentuated on the shed dormer window exterior frames, the vintage looking range, the sliding doors and other interior elements. Photographer: John Hession

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Custom white painted bathroom. Photo by Liz Taylor.

Design, Fabrication, Install and Photography by MacLaren Kitchen and Bath Cabinetry: Waypoint-Full Overlay with Linen paint Countertop: Soapstone, eased edge detail Shower Floor: Cararra basket-weave tile, Niche: Statuary honed Marble Jam/Threshold/Baseboard: White Carrara Marble

Guest Bathroom. Photo by Clark Dugger