A 1950's home in the Coastwise district of Palo Alto was renovated to include a second story loft. Extending the length of the lot, the lower roof extended deep overhangs for sun shading and excellent orientation for Photo Voltaic panels and Solar Hot Water collectors.Smaller windows on the upper loft are remotely operable for passive cooling. Exterior materials such as integral colored stucco, standing seam metal roofing and vinyl clad windows where selected for low maintenance. Hardscaping materials and native planting were chosen for low-water needs.

photo by Ofer Wolberger

Andreas Kurmann

Christian Göran

Marvelle Photography

Photos by Jeff Fountain

Diseño arquitectónico: Arq. Eric Bogantes Fotografía: Arq. Eric Bogantes

photos by dustin peck photography inc; Lewis + Smith (mjsmith@lewis-smith.com) Project.

Photo: Tim Hursley

Vern Uyetake

Entry view Steve Buzbee

Subtle, functional, different. Photography by: Lucas Finley