Architecture

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Hillside Residence
Summer 2023
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HILLSIDE
RESIDENCE
Natural Tones with Modern Design
This project is a 2 story residential project designed in Beverly Hills, CA. The client wanted to use natural colors with a contemporary building style. I worked to create floor plans, sections, elevations, doors and windows schedules, and renderings to present to the client and to the city for approval.
This project also required communication with external consultants including soils engineer, structural engineer, landscape architect, and communication between the consultants for consistent, accurate products.
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Supervised by Hamid Gabbay, AIA
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The design organizes the two-story residence to maximize flow, natural light, and connections to the surrounding hillside. A small atrium near the entry hall features a fruitless olive tree, immediately bringing a sense of nature into the interior and setting a tranquil tone for the home. Careful placement of openings, doors, and windows enhances daylighting and views while maintaining privacy. The light timber framing system supports flexible floor layouts and clean, contemporary forms that complement the client’s natural color palette. Coordination with consultants ensured that the design was structurally sound and integrated with landscape, soil, and engineering considerations, resulting in a cohesive, well-resolved project.


