Foothill Street Presence

Framed by rolling San Marcos hills, the reimagined residence pairs crisp white masonry and dark standing-seam metal roofing with warm timber accents.

Circular Motor Court

A sweeping paver motor court wraps around a central specimen tree, drawing the eye toward the clean gable lines of the front elevation.

Early Dusk Arrival

As twilight settles over the foothills, the home's low-slung silhouette and drought-tolerant landscaping create an inviting sense of arrival.

Twilight Front Façade

Recessed soffit downlights and a backlit address plaque cast an evening glow across the front façade's mix of textured stone, glass, and wood.

Wood-Slat Garage Wall

Thin vertical wood slats seamlessly disguise the two-car garage door, transforming a utilitarian necessity into a warm, sculptural feature wall.

Recessed Entry Pavilion

Set between two gabled wings, a glass-enclosed entry pavilion showcases an oversized wood pivot door etched with subtle chevron geometry.

Open Pivot Threshold

The oversized pivot door creates a dramatic threshold with an immediate glimpse of the custom art-glass partition.

Light-Filled Entry Vestibule

Floor-to-ceiling black-framed sidelights and a high transom window flood the entry vestibule with natural light above a zero-threshold transition.

Vestibule Double Doors

Soft sconce lighting and wide plank wood flooring draw guests through warm wood double doors into the main residence.

Art-Glass Foyer Partition

A custom architectural glass screen with variable opacity and gold-leaf ribbons defines the foyer while offering a veiled preview of the Grand Room.

Grand Room Overview

The new addition opens into a sun drenched Grand Room where soaring vaulted ceilings and wide pathways unite the living, dining, and kitchen zones.

Vaulted Living Lounge

Anchored by a tailored cream sofa and dual ottomans, the living area looks across the open floor plan beneath a central ridge beam.

Sculptural Dining Pendants

A constellation of organic blown glass pendants floats at varying heights above the dining table, bridging the volume of the vaulted ceiling.

Waterfall Kitchen Island

The kitchen centers on a dramatic two-tiered island clad in heavily veined, earth-toned stone with a waterfall edge and integrated dining counter.

Accessible Kitchen Galley

Designed for culinary performance and effortless circulation, the galley workspace pairs sleek taupe cabinetry and brushed brass fixtures with a wide, accessible aisle.

Pitched Clerestory Windows

Angular clerestory windows follow the vaulted roofline above motorized solar shades, linking the bright interior to the timber-lined patio soffit outside.

Cove-Lit Living Soffit

Viewed from the kitchen island, a pitched recess with concealed cove lighting over the media wall mirrors the geometry of the rear clerestory windows.

Indoor-Outdoor Dining View

Expansive glass sliders beside the dining table dissolve the boundary between indoors and out, framing sunset views of the hillside garden.

Covered Patio Lounge

Beneath a wood-slatted overhang and cantilevered umbrella, a sheltered lounge with swivel club chairs extends the living space onto porcelain pavers.

Patio-to-Interior Flow

Looking back from the outdoor eating area, wide open glass sliders create a seamless, level transition into the glowing Grand Room.

Twilight Rear Elevation

Seen from the lawn at dusk, the new addition commands the rear elevation with soaring wood slatted eaves and walls of glass.

Rain Curtain Water Feature

An illuminated dark metal rain curtain fountain adds sculptural drama and the soothing sound of falling water to the rear garden.

Alfresco Dining Terrace

Under the warmth of the tongue and groove wood soffit, separate outdoor dining and lounging zones flank the wide opening to the Grand Room.

Dining-to-Living Perspective

The dining area bridges the kitchen and living room, where illuminated display shelving and the sculptural foyer screen create layered visual interest.

Illuminated Media Wall

A custom floor to ceiling media wall frames a linear fireplace and art television with mirror backed, LED lit niches for the owners' glass collection.

Fireside Conversation Nook

Tucked beside the custom art glass partition, a pair of barrel back leather club chairs forms a quiet sitting area atop a graphic rug.

Luminous Foyer Partition

Viewed from the circulation gallery, the freestanding art glass wall acts as luminous architecture, separating the entry from the living area without blocking light.

Skylit Gallery Hall

Cascading glass pendants illuminate the high ceilinged foyer, where a wide, step free hallway leads past a skylight toward a vintage floor clock.

Tailored Home Office

Outfitted with a built in window desk beneath plantation shutters and an olive green leather sofa, the home office balances productivity with relaxed comfort.

Walnut Study Cabinetry

Warm walnut open shelving and floor to ceiling cabinetry keep the study organized and uncluttered alongside a crisp white Dutch door.

Slate Blue Guest Suite

Enveloped in serene slate blue walls, the guest bedroom pairs mid century inspired wood furnishings with vibrant contemporary textiles and expressive artwork.

Copper Inlaid Sink Detail

In the guest bath, a custom white undermount sink inlaid with a ribbon of hammered copper pairs with knurled copper wall faucets.

Guest Double Vanity

A double vanity with warm wood cabinetry and copper hardware leads through a frosted glass door into a spa inspired wet room.

Copper Soaking Tub

Clad in crisp white subway and penny tiles, the guest wet room centers on a deep, hammered copper Japanese soaking tub.

Accessible Powder Room

Equipped with fold down support rails beside a wall hung smart toilet, the powder room opens directly to the copper mosaic roll in shower.

Copper Basin Vignette

Blown glass copper pendants and a split edge copper seam mirror elevate the powder room's honed stone vanity and mosaic tiled basin.

Vaulted Primary Bedroom

Crowned by vaulted ceilings and a tiered glass chandelier, the primary suite offers a tranquil retreat with wide, step free openings to the bath.

Wrap Around Oak Vanity

The primary bath features a wrap around light oak vanity topped in veined white marble, complete with a seated makeup counter and backlit mirrors.

Accessible Bathroom

Integrating universal design with residential warmth, the bathroom pairs a smart toilet and discreet fold down grab bars with a textured glass shower screen.

Zero Threshold Primary Shower

Designed for effortless aging in place, the spacious roll in primary shower pairs barrier free access and grab bars with a diagonal textured glass enclosure.

Laundry Room

Full height sage gray cabinetry maximizes storage in the laundry room alongside raised front load appliances, a deep utility sink, and generous counter space.

Walk In Butler's Pantry

Just off the kitchen, a walk in pantry combines wraparound open display shelving with deep lower drawers to keep everyday provisions neatly organized

Original Front Exterior

Before the renovation, the original house featured a dated suburban façade with heavy clay roof tiles, divided light windows, and a paneled garage door.

Original Brick Entryway

The original entry sat tucked beneath a low, shadowed overhang at the end of a narrow brick walkway, lacking natural light.

Original Rear Yard

The rear elevation had a low slung patio cover and small sliders that closed off the backyard.

Exterior Design Rendering

DZN Partners' initial rendering established the vision for the home, previewing the crisp gabled massing, wood slat garage wall, and glazed pivot entry.