Goldsmith House

Modern two-story house with large black-framed windows and an arched glass roof, surrounded by trees and greenery, with a black picket fence and house number 40 in the front.
A cozy bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed with white bedding and a grey throw, a built-in window seat with green cushions, and a large arched window with black shutters allowing natural light.
Modern kitchen with a white marble island, black bar stools, wooden cabinets, and a black stovetop on the island.
Interior view of a modern home, with a glass wine display cabinet on the right, a black office chair and a desk visible through a partition with textured glass panels.
Modern living room with black window shutters, dark wood shelving, a black swivel chair with a green cushion, a beige ceramic side table, and a wall-mounted TV.
Modern dining area with a green upholstered banquette, six pinkish-orange chairs, a black dining table, abstract wall art, and natural light from large windows and a sliding glass door.
Modern backyard with a swimming pool, a tiered garden with plants, a white stairway with black railing leading up to a balcony, and outdoor seating under a pergola, surrounded by trees and greenery.
Outdoor patio corner with a swimming pool, built-in white brick bench with a striped cushion, tall green tree, white brick wall, potted plant, and decorative succulents and plants.
Modern kitchen and living area with wooden cabinets, a marble island, and a sitting area with a beige couch and a dining table with four rust-colored chairs.
Modern white house with large glass sliding doors, a small porch with steps, a potted plant, and decorative lattice panels on the upper exterior
A modern staircase with wooden steps, black railing, and a white brick wall at the bottom, illuminated by natural light from large window panels.

Designed with architectural precision, Goldsmith House masterfully manipulates space to evoke a sense of grandeur. Strategic planning and sculpted forms create the illusion of expansive grounds, while soaring internal heights are accentuated by exposed floor joists and an elevated ceiling. A sunken lounge introduces depth, while integrated banquette seating expands the perceived width of the narrow site. A raked garden seamlessly extends over concealed parking, leading to a sun-drenched rear studio terrace that visually elongates the property, blurring the boundaries between built form and landscape.

Seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living, this design masterfully manipulates thresholds, natural light, and ventilation. A north-facing central courtyard, framed by a vertical garden, ensures privacy while enriching the vista. Double-height windows flanking a striking stairwell draw sunlight deep into the home, while undulating bagged brickwork—crafted from recycled bricks of the original duplex—celebrates the interplay of light and texture. In a suburb renowned for its beachside bohemianism, this residence embodies a refined balance of innovation and function.