Chris Dorsey Photography © 2012 Houzz

The Kipling house is a new addition to the Montrose neighborhood. Designed for a family of five, it allows for generous open family zones oriented to large glass walls facing the street and courtyard pool. The courtyard also creates a buffer between the master suite and the children's play and bedroom zones. The master suite echoes the first floor connection to the exterior, with large glass walls facing balconies to the courtyard and street. Fixed wood screens provide privacy on the first floor while a large sliding second floor panel allows the street balcony to exchange privacy control with the study. Material changes on the exterior articulate the zones of the house and negotiate structural loads.

Teak balconies from the upper floor's Living Room and Primary Bedroom offer fantastic views of Beverly Hills beyond. Asian inspired wood guardrail detail offers visual interest and incredible shadows throughout the day.

This charming European-inspired home juxtaposes old-world architecture with more contemporary details. The exterior is primarily comprised of granite stonework with limestone accents. The stair turret provides circulation throughout all three levels of the home, and custom iron windows afford expansive lake and mountain views. The interior features custom iron windows, plaster walls, reclaimed heart pine timbers, quartersawn oak floors and reclaimed oak millwork.

Shannon McGrath

Outside entertainment with ocean views to Master Suite. Vertical louvres for privacy to neighbours.

Porebski Architects, Beach House 2. Photo: Conor Quinn

Romanticized balcony with hugging greenery. Pops of color added within pillows and plants. Painted brick to make the space feel a little more spacious and adds a nice texture to the space.

Magic hour on the gloriette / family outdoor living room