This amazing coastal home in California was renovated in contemporary style, there was an additional volume added and the whole house was clad with light-colored wood

This holiday home is a 44-year-old, wood-clad residence that overlooks the Pacific Ocean. In my opinion, the renovation made by Butler Armsden Architects made it a perfect holiday retreat with flawless contemporary interiors and a unique feeling of unity with the nature around.

The house is situated on a rocky site overlooking the ocean and dotted with cypress trees. The design team decided to retain original features while adding more space, and updating the finishes and decor. The home was re-clad in vertical boards of cedar, which replaced redwood siding. A new two-storey volume was added to the north elevation to house an office. There is an outdoor space with two dining spaces and a small outdoor kitchen to enjoy the views outside and enjoy dining.

Inside, windows of varying sizes frame views of the picturesque landscape and bathe the rooms in natural light. Every room has a magnificent view, even a bathroom, and those minimally framed windows create a feeling of being amidst nature. Several spaces also feature amazingly comfortable nooks to enjoy the views – everything here is very livable. Rooms feature contemporary decor and an earthy color palette, helping create a serene atmosphere. Light-toned wood was used to sheath ceilings and walls, it recalls the exterior of the home. The furniture is contemporary and very laconic, too, it features neutral and muted colors because nothing in the interiors is to distract people from gorgeous nature.

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the main idea was to center the views and fill the rooms with light, so the designers made very large windows and glazed walls in every room

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The inside of the home is clad with the same light-colored wood as outside, and the color palette is comfortable and earthy

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Every space here is aimed at enjoying the views, look at these windos and a comfy sitting zone by them – isn’t it amazing

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There’s nothing better than a secluded window seating nook for looking at the landscape while having a drink or reading, wow

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Here’s an indoor dining zone with a bold artwork and a marble round table to catch an eye

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The living room is designed so that it seems that the furniture is placed right in the forest, an incredible idea to connect to nature

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The master bedroom features comfortable contemporary furniture and much wood that clads the walls and a high ceiling

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The bathroom features a luxurious rectangle bathtub and a glazed wall – what can be better for haing a bath

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The outdoor space features two dining spaces and a small kitchen to enjoy the marvelous views