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The design goal for the main residence was to open up the single-
level space by flooding it with natural light through large openings
and sleek skylights at various points. A new rear addition further
expands the living space, while a simple palette of woods enriches
the overall interiors. This is further enhanced by customised details,
such as wrap-around millwork extending from the kitchen into the
living room that holds the family library and a variety of collectibles,
including an assortment of vintage record players.

With an overall goal of creating ‘separate, yet communal living’ for
the whole family, the team sought to bridge everyone’s different needs
and lifestyles, while bringing the family of five together. Furthermore,
to ensure that both structures–the main residence and the ADU–
were cohesive, Medium Plenty used similar elements to connect the
two facades, such as the stained, black-slatted wood overhang. The
rear ADU provides the homeowner's mother with her own private
living quarters, while still being only a few steps away from the main
house. The overall result is a modern-day, communal retreat that
Medium Plenty transformed the property into works beautifully for the whole family. dw
a practical, cross-generational home by rede-
signing the existing garage into an Accessory www.mediumplenty.com
Dwelling Unit (ADU).
Photo credit: Mariko Reed

The primary bedroom’s The primary bathroom showcases floor-to-ceiling tiles and a
large window offers views sleek skylight that maximizes natural daylighting.
onto the backyard. Photo credit: Mariko Reed
Photo credit: Mariko Reed

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