We were commissioned to design a remodel of and addition to the former Lawrence-Black Residence in 2013. The project involves build-out of the existing courtyard, addition of a new Retreat and second Master Bath, a negative-edge pool and a new 1,000 sf Guest House built into the canyon, with windows between the daylight basement suite and the pool.

We were commissioned to remodel the former Stefano Residence by its new owner in 2010. The project involves a 250-square foot office addition, complete interior remodeling of the interior and addition of a 400 square foot roof deck. The deck with kitchenette features panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean, and will afford coastline views from Calafia in Baja California Mexico to La Jolla Cove.

Dr. Dennis Fetko PhD is a renowned expert in training of guide animals for people with disabilities. A decorated war hero and Vietnam Veteran, Dr. Fetko lost his house in the 2007 Witch Creek Fire. We offered heavily discounted services to Dr. Fetko, and are currently assisting him in negotiations with his lender and his insurance company to build this house on his property. Dr. Fetko is particularly interested in building a home which is both sustainable and fire-resistant. Under his direction, we have incorporated passive and active solar systems, greywater systems, rainwater catchment, natural ventilation, daylighting and green roof systems. We have also incorporated three used shipping containers in the design, which save money and replace the use of forest products with reuse of an otherwise worthless steel container.

This project involved demolition of all but the foundation and 50% of the exterior walls, to receive exemption from the California Coastal Commission's Coastal Development Permit process. The 1,900 square foot rebuild features a Gourmet Kitchen, Great Room, Theater, Master Suite and Guest Suite, and has breathtaking views of La Jolla, the Pacific Ocean and whitewater at Birdrock Beach.

This 1,100 square foot, two-story addition and 1,400 square foot interior remodel of a former tract home was featured in San Diego Decorating Magazine. The water drop-inspired plan is oriented toward sweeping views of Batiquitos Lagoon, Encinitas and the Pacific Ocean. Design features include a two-story library with rolling ladder on one side and ship's ladder to a catwalk on the other, a new Master Suite above the new Family Room and a circular Dining Room which links the existing Living Room to the remodeled Kitchen with an open plan. The project was published in San Diego Decorating Magazine.

Two blocks from La Jolla Shores Beach, this 3,800 square foot two-story home has a central atrium gallery with winding stair, a Gourmet Kitchen, Master Suite, two smaller Bedrooms and a Guest Suite and a Roof Deck with views of the Pacific Ocean. At the basement level are a Wine Vault and Tasting Room and an Exercise Room. A water feature runs along the south wide of the home, for visual and audible enhancement. The 4,200 square foot home features a grand staircase, with an art gallery flanking the north wide of the atrium. A pond feeds a recirculating creek along the south side of the house, for visual and audible enjoyment and as a reference to the nearby ocean.