‘nakahouse’ by XTEN architecture located in hollywood hills, california image © steve king
based in california and switzerland, XTEN architecture has completed ‘nakahouse’, a single family residence located in hollywood hills, california, USA. sited along the steep slopes below the hollywood sign, the dwelling is a contemporary update to an established home from the 1960’s. geotechnical, zoning and budget limitations mandated the reuse of the existing footprint and foundations as a basis for the home’s new design. the interior arrangement was reconfigured and a series of outdoor terraces were projected from all angles to maximize views of the surrounding landscape.
stairs and terrace leading down to the living area image © steve king
floor to ceiling glass windows and sliding doors blur the boundary between the indoor and outdoor areas extending the living spaces to the terraces. exterior stairs lead to a roof deck with unobstructed views of the beechwood canyon, griffith park observatory and natural ravines. the smooth black plaster facade intentionally creates a stark contrast with the white washed surfaces inside the home. lacquered cabinetry, epoxy resin floors and painted metal produce a monochromatic and uniform interior which blends the separate rooms into one continuous space.
living area image © steve king
floor to ceiling boundary between indoors and outdoors image © steve king
kitchen with views of surrounding hills image © steve king
open floor plan arrangement image © steve king
dining area image © steve king
bathroom image © steve king
terrace image © steve king
terrace extending from kitchen image © steve king
stairs leading to roof deck image © steve king
at night image © steve king
floor plan / level 0 image © XTEN architecture
roof plan image © XTEN architecture
section image © XTEN architecture
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sketch image © XTEN architecture
