Mediterranean Ranchette

The original dining room was more like a small breakfast area than the formal dining room desired by the owners, who love to entertain. The original wall between the entry and dining area consisted of two smaller arches which blocked views of the Pacific Ocean beyond. The remodel not only pushed this wall back 18 inches to create more space but opened it into one large archway allowing for ocean views from the front door. The original French doors leading from the dining room to the back patio had numerous small divided light panes that further blocked ocean views. The new doors have larger panes, span the entire wall, and retract to create an indoor-outdoor feel. Architect: Becker Henson Niksto Photographer: Jim Bartsch