This single family renovation and addition project took shape in two phases. The first phase was completed in 2004 and consisted of an addition of a new second story and remodel of the first floor of a single family residence, approximately 2,800 square feet. The existing residence was built in 1922 and by current code was sub-standard. The original building was cut in half leaving that portion of the building to be brought up to the new building code standards. The existing building walls and foundation were encased in the new construction. Walls of the new portion of the building, on the first floor, were constructed entirely of concrete block.
The residence is divided into two zones with the public facilities on the first floor including entry, living room, dining room, kitchen, and study. The second level contains master bedroom, bath, closet and two bedrooms with bath. Above this level is a roof deck, which takes in ocean views to the west and the Santa Monica Mountains to the north. The steel stairs to the second floor are located at the entry in a two-story atrium space. Large expanses of glass were used to take advantage of the views, passive solar conditions and to connect with exterior patio spaces.
The second phase brought an addition of a studio to the residential property per a new owner in 2005. The Mazess Residence studio is a modest 1,100 square foot accessory building. Programmatically, the addition is broken into three distinct parts: garage on the first level, office at the second level, and a recording studio in the basement. The design incorporates elements of the existing house.
Material Used :
1. Philipine Mahogony, Exterior Finish
2. Smooth Steel Trowel Plaster, Exterior Finish