Carpinteria, CA
Our vision for this 1.75-acre coastal property was to dissolve the boundary between home and garden, creating a seamless living environment suited to the Mediterranean climate of Southern California. Drawing inspiration from the clean, planar architecture of the contemporary residence, we extended its materials and geometry into the landscape. Vertical planes of wood and translucent glass echo the home’s design language, shaping outdoor rooms that both divide and connect the garden.
These vertical elements are carefully arranged to interact with a series of proportioned paved rectangles set within the lawn, establishing a rhythm of space, light, and movement throughout the property.
Sustainability guided the design approach. An existing collection of tropical plants was thoughtfully curated and recomposed into bold, flowing drifts, bringing cohesion and structure to the planting palette. Materials already present on site—including redwood siding and pavers—were salvaged and repurposed within the garden.
To support water stewardship in this drought-prone region, the former asphalt driveway was replaced with an open concrete paver system set flush within the lawn. This permeable surface allows rainwater to infiltrate the soil while maintaining a clean, contemporary aesthetic that complements the architecture and landscape alike.
Carpinteria, CA
Our vision for this 1.75-acre coastal property was to dissolve the boundary between home and garden, creating a seamless living environment suited to the Mediterranean climate of Southern California. Drawing inspiration from the clean, planar architecture of the contemporary residence, we extended its materials and geometry into the landscape. Vertical planes of wood and translucent glass echo the home’s design language, shaping outdoor rooms that both divide and connect the garden.
These vertical elements are carefully arranged to interact with a series of proportioned paved rectangles set within the lawn, establishing a rhythm of space, light, and movement throughout the property.
Sustainability guided the design approach. An existing collection of tropical plants was thoughtfully curated and recomposed into bold, flowing drifts, bringing cohesion and structure to the planting palette. Materials already present on site—including redwood siding and pavers—were salvaged and repurposed within the garden.
To support water stewardship in this drought-prone region, the former asphalt driveway was replaced with an open concrete paver system set flush within the lawn. This permeable surface allows rainwater to infiltrate the soil while maintaining a clean, contemporary aesthetic that complements the architecture and landscape alike.
