A modern, multi-story house with white walls, large black-framed windows, and a grey gable roof. The house has a brick section on the lower level with a detached garage. There is a staircase leading to the entrance and a concrete pathway around the house, with a lawn and trees in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

House on the Hill

A hilly site provides the backdrop for this stone-clad house. The building form responds to the surrounding topography to allow parking below the living level and a walk-out rear patio that seamlessly connects open plan living space and a pool. Strong axial relationships provide long sightlines throughout the house and light wood tones in the flooring, millwork, and ceilings bring warmth to all of the spaces.

  • In Design

  • Private Homeowner

  • Architecture: Lauren Thomsen Design

Process

View of a covered outdoor patio with a wooden table and chairs, potted plants, flower beds, and a view of trees and a grassy yard, with shadows cast by the pergola.
A modern house with multiple stories and a gabled roof, situated on a grassy lawn with several trees around, and a curved walkway leading to the front stairs.
Rear view of a modern two-story house with a covered patio, outdoor seating, and a swimming pool in the foreground, surrounded by trees and a cloudy sky.
A modern house with stucco and stone exterior, multiple windows, and a gabled roof, surrounded by a landscaped yard and trees, under a partly cloudy sky.
An interior view of a modern, spacious home with a hallway leading to a dining area with large windows, hardwood floors, and a staircase with wooden handrails and black balusters.
Interior view of a modern home with large windows, wooden stairs, and minimal decor, allowing natural light to fill the space.
Interior of a modern, airy home with high vaulted ceilings, exposed wooden beams, large windows, and a brick fireplace. The space features living and dining areas with light wood furniture, built-in bookshelves, and potted plants.
A bedroom with a queen-sized bed, nightstands, potted plant, large windows showing greenery outside, ceiling fan, and seating area.
Modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, large window with greenery view, wooden cabinetry, mirror, and marble flooring.
Modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, island with bar stools, black pendant lights, and large windows showing greenery outside.
Open concept living and dining area with large windows and sliding glass doors, a light-colored sofa, a wooden dining table with black chairs, and framed botanical artwork on the walls.