Point Loma House

Location
San Diego, CA
Size
4,000 SF
Modern Multigenerational Living

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The front of the new modern house shows the two different houses connected by a main entry door.

Minutes from Cabrillo National Monument, this new modern home enjoys a temperate coastal climate in the Wooded Area of Point Loma. With views of a mature eucalyptus canopy and the ocean beyond, the home maximizes indoor-outdoor living.

The vicinity plan shows the house in the neighborhood context.
The front of the new modern house features large windows that look out on the street. A side stair provides access to the attached accessory dwelling unit.

A remodel could not transform the existing house into all the owners needed it to be. It was time to tear it down and start from scratch.

The owners wanted a plan that balanced both large gathering spaces with intimate areas for privacy and quiet. Additionally, an attached casita for visiting grandparents was essential.

Positioning the larger, family-focused house within the long narrow lot posed the greatest design challenge. By breaking the home into discreet forms, the new house fits seamlessly into the neighborhood.

Off-white stained cedar siding and white stucco over a rain screen articulate the exterior palette. Prefinished white metal reveals break down the height of the two-story structure and infuse a sense of movement in the otherwise quiet, simple massing. Natural stained cedar soffits accentuate the deep eaves while protecting the building from the California sun. Furthermore, exterior insulation at both the walls and roof provides additional protection from the elements for this new modern home.

The back of the new modern house has a lower patio as well as two upper patios.
The back of the new modern house has multi-slide doors that connect the interior to the exterior patio.
Multi-slide doors connect the patio and kitchen. The accessory dwelling unit patio is above.
The front door of the home is solid wood with a glass re-lite above.
When open, the front door reveals the central hallway beyond.

A perfect puzzle – two houses come together to look like one.

The plan introduces the best in modern multigenerational living, incorporating two distinct dwelling units under one roof. The house is efficiently organized around a central hall with rooms that open to the backyard. Upstairs, the bedrooms line the east side of the hallway with an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) on the west side.

Architectural drawing of the first floor plan of the new modern house.
First floor plan
Architectural drawing of the second floor plan of the new modern house.
Second floor plan
The kitchen has a large central island and multi-slide doors that lead to the exterior patio.

The living room and kitchen spaces enjoy floor-to-ceiling pocketed sliding glass doors while offering direct access to the back patio. Upstairs, rear terraces for the primary bedroom and the ADU overlook the backyard.

Indoor-outdoor living for family fun in the California sun.

When open, the exterior patio and kitchen become one space.

The interior finish selections create a simple, modern aesthetic with an emphasis on durability and cleanability for a household with children and pets.

White thermo-foil cabinets with polished chrome pulls maximize storage and achieve a minimalist style. Quartz countertops add a refined touch, while a large island and dining table maintain the family-friendly appeal.

The living room features multi-slide doors that lead to the exterior patio.
The dining room features custom built-in cabinetry.
The dining room is open to both the kitchen and living room.
Stairs to the second floor provide extra hang-out space.

“I’ve had the pleasure of working with the Christies for both a condo renovation and a new modern home. Both Adam and Lisa are good communicators and incredibly responsive. A real pleasure working with this team.”

Mike F.

Homeowner