The site is a windswept stretch of beach sharing an intimate relationship with the forces of nature acting upon it. The adjacent, ardent hills speak to a distant time when this area was once inhabited by the Chumash Indians, drawn to this location for it’s fertile soil, along with plentiful hunting and fishing.

This residence responds directly to the owner's brief for a relaxed family beach house. They desired a comfortable setting to engage with family and friends, while also enjoying the views and natural surroundings of the site. The benign coastal climate created the opportunity for the seamless integration of interior and exterior space.