Modern House Design That Preserves Large Trees | Calm & Comfortable Living

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Discover a hidden urban sanctuary tucked behind an old wooden fence and a heritage oak tree. From the street, the home appears modest and closed off, but beyond its rough exterior lies a calm retreat filled with lush vegetation and moments of surprise. This sense of discovery became the driving inspiration behind the design.

Created through close collaboration between the clients, architect, and landscape team, the house reimagines the site as a durable, modern residence that blends naturally with its surroundings. A series of courtyards and garden views unfold as you move through the home, with each interior space opening to its own unique landscape moment.

Designed to let the landscape speak first, this modern sanctuary weaves architecture and nature into one seamless experience, offering tranquility, beauty, and a constant sense of wonder within the heart of the city.

Name Project : The Sanctuary House
Architects: Feldman Architecture https://feldmanarchitecture.com/
Area: 4289 ft²
Year: 2019
Photographs:Joe Fletcher https://joefletcher.com/
Manufacturers: Neolith, Western Window Systems, Grohe, Miele, VELUX Group, A Pellizzari Concrete, Acor, Goldengate Door, InSinkErator, Kohler, Mueller Nicholls, NEWPORT BRASS, Rocky Mountain Hardware, Toto, VG Alaskan, Victoria & Albert, West Coast Architectural
Arborist: Urban Tree Management
Structural Engineer: Strandberg Engineering
Builder: Baywest Builders
Landscape Architects: Ground Studio
Geothermal Engineer: Romig Engineers Inc
Location : Palo Alto, California