"one Bay Area couple was willing to overlook a few flaws in a Lafayette house that sat perfectly between their son's school in Oakland and the wife's job in Walnut Creek. The property had undeniable perks: a quiet, leafy neighborhood, a serene backyard shaded by a towering maple, and a creek. But the house, originally built in the 1960s, felt clunky thanks to a massive fireplace that obstructed views"
"Feldman Architecture handled the footprint and orientation, AD PRO Directory designer Alicia Cheung Design shaped the interiors, and Carlen & Co. brought the build to life, while Huettl Landscape Architecture took charge outside. The owners can't quite remember what they told each firm at the outset, but one idea carried through: The home had to feel warm, comfortable, and interesting-but with a little tension in the mix. If the architecture leaned modern, the interiors would balance it"
A 1960s Lafayette house between a family's school and workplaces received a full structural and aesthetic revival. Outdated electrical and plumbing were replaced and the awkward midcentury plan was reworked without erasing original character. Feldman Architecture adjusted footprint and orientation, Alicia Cheung Design layered warm, lived-in interiors, Carlen & Co. executed construction, and Huettl Landscape Architecture shaped outdoor spaces. The design strategy prioritized clean lines, natural materials, improved sightlines by reducing an obstructive fireplace, and an indoor-outdoor sensibility. The result balances modern architectural clarity with comfortable, textured interiors suitable for a busy family and large dogs.
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