Wood and natural stone are perhaps the oldest building materials known to man. They can be used both as building elements and for decorative purposes and have not lost their popularity to this day. Even in modern furnishings, they are often preferred over artificial materials because they impress with their excellent properties such as durability, sustainability, pleasant appearance, etc. In addition, their versatility allows for almost endless possible uses that can be adapted to any living style. Natural stone cladding can be presented in a contemporary way both inside and outside and can be attractively combined with natural wood.
At theDesign of this house on a hillfrom Santa Monica, California, USA, the architects from KAA Design combined natural stone cladding on the outside and inside with natural wood in dark brown. The rich variety of colors and formats of the two materials allows different applications and combinations. Depending on the room and area, the designers have put together wood and natural stone cladding in an effective and extremely aesthetic way.
The use of wood dominates in the outdoor area. In the form of floorboards, it covers a large part of the terraces and the facade of the second floor. The material harmonizes perfectly with the natural stone cladding outside on the ground floor. Thanks to the hill location andthe orientation of the houseHomeowners can enjoy the breathtaking views of Los Angeles and the Pacific Ocean from the pool or the second floor terrace. The varied garden design with a wide variety of exotic plant species sets fresh accents.
In addition to the wood and natural stone cladding, elegant upholstered furniture and home accessories in rich colors provide a fresh touch in the interior. These liven up the rooms and set wonderful accents. Thanks to their soft covers, they conjure up a cozy living atmosphere and exude a contemporary living feeling. In the center of the living area is the fireplace clad in natural stone and next to it is the library, which is made entirely of wood.
Two spiral staircases connect the ground and upper floors inside and outside. These are made of wood and steel and fit perfectly into the garden and interior.
*a project byKAA Design
