Redwood cladding and large stretches of glass feature in a 1960s house in northern California that has been updated by American firm Klopf Architecture.
The project, called Stanford Mid-Century Modern Remodel/Addition, entailed a full renovation of a 1962 dwelling on the Stanford University campus near Palo Alto. It was originally built for a professor.
The project involved the renovation of a mid-century property on the Stanford University campus
The wood-clad, split-level house ? designed by the late Chinese-American architect Roger Lee ? was close to its original condition when it was purchased by the current owners.
"The clients were able to see beyond the dated materials and finishes, single-paned glass and uninsulated walls," said San Francisco-based Klopf Architecture. Work to update the exterior included replacing the redwood siding and enlarging openings
The overall goal was to strengthen the connection between inside and out, and provide more space for a family of four.
"As with many original mid-century modern homes, the house was scaled to the 1960s lifestyle, where rooms were smaller and openings to views were limited and tightly framed," the architects said.
A slated shade covers a deck at the back of the home
"[The clients] approached us to help them expand and update the entire home ? one the family could settle into and enjoy for years to come."
The renovation needed to align with Lee's vision, not only because of the clients...