Barndo living

Barache describes the metal roof as essentially a deformed plane, placing an apple beneath a sheet of paper to demonstrate his point. He chose zinc for its malleability and the high level of the craftspeople who work with it.

This 2,520-square-foot home in Los Angeles is a vibrant residence for a production designer and an artist.

A series of long stairs leads to Maison Amtrak, which is set below street level. The entranceway demonstrates Cohen’s love of Japanese design with a geometric simplicity matched only by the formal elegance of the stained Douglas fir two-by-fours.

A look at the upstairs sitting area.

The interior walls, ceilings, and built-ins are clad in Siberian larch from UPK Concept. Tham placed the glazed openings and doorways to maintain clear sight lines throughout the long and narrow home.

ZeroCabin designs prefab concrete bases, frames and walls to be easily transportable without a vehicle.

The ceiling and cream-colored walls, made from narrow white-pine planks, were coated in a custom hue that Paschke mixed from C2 paints.

The coal-colored walls of the primary bedroom are finished in paint and hemp oil sealant from Real Milk Paint Co.

The terrace serves as an extension of the living room. Both are wrapped in plywood, creating a warm contrast with some of the home’s harder materials.

The Sunset House gets its name from a nearby square famous for its views, and the hillside home’s upper levels frame the setting sun.

Fans in the living room,” says Sharmila. (He didn’t get his wish.)

In the bedroom, a custom tie-dyed wool blanket by Project Room lies on top of linens by Coyuchi. The large painting is by John Finneran, and the Eames chair is an heirloom from Lizz’s family. The space also features a Componibili Bio nightstand by Anna Castelli Ferrieri from Kartell, along with a “Katz Ramona, Katz Ramona, Katz Ramona” painting by John Finneran and an “Untitled” painting by Jennifer Boysen.

The Modern Texas Prefab features a mix of natural and reclaimed materials for a relaxed feel.