Hillside Residence

This single-family residence is located in an up-scale, hillside neighborhood in Pasadena, California. Situated high in the hills, the 11,500 square foot residence aims to capture the panoramic views. Within the landscape, linear forms shift, rotate, and stack in response to the natural topography and alignment toward views. Opaque walls on the west elevation alleviate privacy concerns, while the transparency on the east elevation erases the boundary between the interior and exterior. To further frame the views and spaces without confining them, the design incorporates a formal wrapping technique, reminiscent of the mid-century modern architecture.

All images courtesy of Archimorphic.