T-1 Residence

This residence on Tanager of the Hollywood Hills is on this tiny but very exclusive street in West Hollywood, in a hilly location, with spectacular views of the city.
The corner plot allows for a separate pedestrian and vehicular entry to the property. From the street, only the entry gate is visible between two large stone walls.

The main aim of the project was to achieve a large program while maximizing the available views of the city below. To achieve this, the architects opted for a single story over basement design. Private areas such as bedrooms are placed on the basement, whereas communal areas are situated on the ground floor where the entrance is.

Upon entering, the view is revealed to the user through the spectacular glass living space which is reached by means of a bridge over a linear light well, which properly separates the street from the house, as well as a water feature at the bottom. The intent of the bridge is to slow the user down and clearly mark the transition from the street behind. The light well was created as a solution in order to maximize light and create spaces that people would want to inhabit on the basement.

The light well opens completely to an entertainment space and an office area, light is bounced in by means of a white marble waterfall. The water feature fills the light well except for a floating platform ideal for reading or admiring the living green walls at either end. The basement is further enhanced by a sky lit stairwell and bedrooms that fill with daylight and enjoy the view beyond.

The interiors of the house, co-designed with Minotti, reflect their deep rich colour palette creating an inviting series of spaces.

McClean Design