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Tall ceilings, uninterrupted planes of glass, and

Tall ceilings, uninterrupted planes of glass, and a 270 degree view from the San Francisco skyline to the South Bay are the defining elements of this modern home. We then took this contemporary envelope and furnished it with a bohemian and natural sensibility in collaboration with @charlesdelisleoffice.⁠
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Bringing a sense of material and whimsy to the open space, we fitted the kitchen with an abstract island, which features similar woodwork to our previously-shared garden wall downstairs by @ido_yoshimoto. The woodwork island pictured here is by @martinogamper. Both of these artists have been inspired by redwood sculptor @jbblunkestate, whose home/studio is a special place in Inverness that I have had the pleasure to visit.⁠
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Black ash cabinetry conceals appliances and storage, and serves as a mute backdrop that allows the custom kitchen island to take center stage. This speaks to the relationship between the manmade and the organic, just as the city itself is a compound of natural and artificial forms.⁠
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We initiated this project for a client who loves to cook, using the kitchen as an anchor for the open living space.⁠
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Principal Architect: Ross Levy, Levy Art + Architecture @levy_aa⁠ ⁠
Project Architect: Karen Andersen⁠
Architecture Team: Shirin Monshipouri, Andrew Sparks, Michael Ageno, Sonja Navin⁠
Stair Fabricator: Melissa MacDonald⁠
Furniture Maker: Martino Gamper @martinogamper⁠
Interior Design: Charles Delisle @charlesdelisleoffice⁠
Contractor: Blair Burke GC⁠
Site Superintendent: Brad Lord⁠
Project Manager: Nicole Barsetti⁠
Structural Engineer: Daedalus Engineering @daedalusstructuralengineering⁠
Clients: Yishai and Sabrina Lerner⁠
⁠Photos: Eric Petschek @ericpetschek and Karen Andersen @almost.elfish⁠
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#customarchitecture #archdigestfeature #architecturaldigest⁠ #sanfranciscoarchitecture⁠ #sfarchitecture #modernarchitecture #AIASF #sustainable #architecture #residentialarchitecture #archdiversity ⁠#LevyArtArchitecture #levyaa

Bringing the outdoors in, just in time for the hol

Bringing the outdoors in, just in time for the holidays!⁠
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We created this seamless indoor / outdoor space where the room is as much a part of the garden as it is a part of the house. This canvas serves as a backdrop for a wonderful expression of nature, interpreted as a beautiful redwood sculptural wall by @ido_yoshimoto. The piece has such a strong presence that you feel as if you're next to it, even when the glass is closed. It completes the bridge between indoor and outdoor living.⁠
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Principal Architect: Ross Levy, Levy Art + Architecture @levy_aa⁠ ⁠
Project Architect: Karen Andersen⁠
Architecture Team: Shirin Monshipouri, Andrew Sparks, Michael Ageno, Sonja Navin⁠
Garden Wall: Ido Yoshimoto @ido_yoshimoto⁠
Interior Design: Charles Delisle @charlesdelisleoffice⁠
Contractor: Blair Burke GC⁠
Site Superintendent: Brad Lord⁠
Project Manager: Nicole Barsetti⁠
Structural Engineer: Daedalus Engineering @daedalusstructuralengineering⁠
Clients: Yishai and Sabrina Lerner⁠
⁠Photos: Eric Petschek @ericpetschek and Karen Andersen @almost.elfish⁠
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#staircasedesign #stairdetail⁠ #steelstringer #constructionprocess #behindthescenes #architecturalinnovation #customarchitecture ⁠
#archdigestfeature #architecturaldigest⁠ #sanfranciscoarchitecture⁠ #sfarchitecture #modernarchitecture #AIASF #sustainable #architecture #residentialarchitecture #archdiversity ⁠#LevyArtArchitecture #levyaa

✨ Craftsmanship in every curve! ✨ ⁠ ⁠ We a

✨ Craftsmanship in every curve! ✨ ⁠
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We are thrilled to announce that our Liberty Hill Home has been featured in Architectural Digest. A central feature is the curved, custom-rolled steel stringer staircase, pictured here.⁠
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Swipe left through this photo carousel to get a behind-the-scenes look at the intricate construction process that brought this staircase to life, from raw materials to a masterpiece of architectural innovation! 🏗️🔨⁠
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Our client is an engineer and a maker, and was central to the realization of this sculptural centerpiece.⁠
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From fabrication to placing onsite, making sure it was structurally sound, and finally integrating it with a very lightly connected bronze rail -- we made the entire assembly work as a singular gesture. The effect is flowing and impressive. When you walk on this staircase, you feel as if you are floating as take each step, ascending from the entry to the living room two floors above.⁠
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Principal Architect: Ross Levy, Levy Art + Architecture @levy_aa⁠ ⁠
Project Architect: Karen Andersen⁠
Architecture Team: Shirin Monshipouri, Andrew Sparks, Michael Ageno, Sonja Navin⁠
Stair Fabricator: Melissa MacDonald⁠
Interior Design: Charles Delisle @charlesdelisleoffice⁠
Contractor: Blair Burke GC⁠
Site Superintendent: Brad Lord⁠
Project Manager: Nicole Barsetti⁠
Structural Engineer: Daedalus Engineering @daedalusstructuralengineering⁠
Clients: Yishai and Sabrina Lerner⁠
⁠Photos: Eric Petschek @ericpetschek and Karen Andersen @almost.elfish⁠
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#staircasedesign #stairdetail⁠ #steelstringer #constructionprocess #behindthescenes #architecturalinnovation #customarchitecture ⁠
#archdigestfeature #architecturaldigest⁠ #sanfranciscoarchitecture⁠ #sfarchitecture #modernarchitecture #AIASF #sustainable #architecture #residentialarchitecture #archdiversity ⁠#LevyArtArchitecture #levyaa

What is modern luxury in residential design? Here

What is modern luxury in residential design? Here are some examples:

1 and 2) Connection to the outdoors — bands of salvaged cedar at the base of this Healdsburg, California residence support climbing wisteria and bind the house to the vineyard landscape as it rises from the rows of vines.

3) All three living levels are conceived as a series of interlocking forms, stepping up the hill and out of the earth, with the serenity of a Japanese-inspired garden and tea house to the rear at this Laidley residence.

4) Expansiveness with specificity by material and volume.

5) Large-scale slab material lends a seamless finish that feels luxurious and boundless.

5) Top floor is a singular space that flows through the length of floor to join dining, living, and balconies on both sides, and connect to the backyard with its tall, mature yucca trees.

Check out our latest post on levyaa.com for full-res photos, and to read about what distinguishes a typical residential design from a truly luxurious one.

#architecture #residentialdesign #residentialarchitecture #residentialarchitect #luxurylifestyle #luxuryhomes #luxuryrealestate

Always great to see a project begin to take shape.

Always great to see a project begin to take shape. This new home is coming out of the ground in Burlingame. It includes a main structure, pool and Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU).

#residentialarchitecture #newconstruction #southbay #southbayliving

Step inside the world of luxury architecture! The

Step inside the world of luxury architecture! The bathroom of this Potrero Hill, San Francisco home is the perfect blend of form and function:⁠
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A pair of outward-facing French doors create the effect of an indoor-outdoor shower, where our client can enjoy views of Sutro Tower while they shampoo.⁠
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#detailsmatter #architecturalcreativity #luxurybuild #formmeetsfunction #formandfunction #luxuryresidence #luxuryhomedesign ⁠
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Published in San Francisco Magazine, July 2015, pp. 65: “The Looker” by Lauren Murrow.⁠
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Photography: Cesar Rubio @cesarrubiophotography⁠
Interior Design: Sayde Mark Design @saydemarkdesigns⁠
Architecture: Levy Art & Architecture @levyaa
Styling: @studiosarahaag ⁠⁠

A San Francisco family enlisted us for this whole-

A San Francisco family enlisted us for this whole-home remodel which supports their modern lifestyle. We topped their abode with a new third floor, and built out a trio of terraces. The living room now adjoins the grill-equipped roof deck through sliding glass doors for a seamless indoor-outdoor transition. ⁠
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Built in 1903 and bought in 2001, the original house was dark and closed off. Levy Art + Architecture was enlisted, and we reimagined it completely.⁠
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#LevyArtArchitecture #levyaa #AIASF #modernarchitecture #sustainable #potrerohill #sanfrancisco #wholehouserenovation #newconstruction⁠
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Published in San Francisco Magazine, July 2015, pp. 65: “The Looker” by Lauren Murrow.⁠
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Photography: Cesar Rubio @cesarrubiophotography⁠
Interior Design: Sayde Mark Design @saydemarkdesigns⁠
Architecture: Levy Art & Architecture @levyaa
Styling: @studiosarahaag

A home is more than just a structure, it's a maste

A home is more than just a structure, it's a masterpiece of intricate details and expert craftsmanship. Every inch of this residential architectural gem is handcrafted with love and precision, creating a stunning haven for our clients.⁠
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Stairs are a great opportunity for expression in every design exercise. In this case, horizontal lattice frames a solid stair, made to feel lighter with reflective, stainless-steel riser faces. This is the art in architecture! ⁠
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#materiality #staircasedesign #stairdesign #archifeatures #LevyArtArchitecture #levyaa #modernarchitecture #sustainable #potrerohill #sanfrancisco #wholehouserenovation #newconstruction⁠ #architecturalmasterpiece #architecturalcreativity ⁠
#residentialarchitecture #handcraftedbeauty #detaileddesigns #AIASF ⁠
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Photography: Cesar Rubio @cesarrubiophotography⁠
Interior Design: Sayde Mark Design @saydemarkdesigns⁠
Architecture: Levy Art & Architecture @levyaa
Styling: @studiosarahaag ⁠

Our client Steve is a former DJ and bar owner, and

Our client Steve is a former DJ and bar owner, and Heather is a print-loving interior designer and founder of Sayde Mark Designs who says: “We wanted a home with a sense of humor.” ⁠
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From the original glitter art to the octopus-print wallpaper, their personality shines through every corner of this project.⁠
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Built in 1903 and bought in 2001, the original house was dark and closed off. Levy Art + Architecture was enlisted, and we completely reimagined the indoor living spaces plus a new trio of terraces for outdoor enjoyment. ⁠
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Published in San Francisco Magazine, July 2015, pp. 65: “The Looker” by Lauren Murrow.⁠
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Photography: Cesar Rubio @cesarrubiophotography⁠
Interior Design: Sayde Mark Design @saydemarkdesigns⁠
Architecture: Levy Art & Architecture @levyaa
Styling: @studiosarahaag

In the kitchen of Heather and Steve’s Potrero Hi

In the kitchen of Heather and Steve’s Potrero Hill home, color-changing LEDs trim the counters and a disco ball twirls overhead. A new Dutch-inspired electric hoist on the front of the house is capable of raising 880 pounds—“a lot of beer and party supplies,” jokes their architect, Ross Levy, as well as groceries and laundry. Traditional bar stools have been swapped out for custom wooden swings. “We discovered swings like these in a bar in Tulum 15 years ago,” remembers Forbes, “and we never really forgot about it.” Their kids eat breakfast at the counter every morning, gliding to and fro between bites.⁠
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We found new height for our client, adding a third floor with vaulted ceiling and some fantastic new vantage points of Sutro Tower and Bernal Heights, San Francisco.⁠
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Built in 1903 and bought in 2001, the original house was dark and closed off. Levy Art + Architecture was enlisted, and we completely reimagined the indoor living spaces plus a new trio of terraces for outdoor enjoyment. ⁠
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Published in San Francisco Magazine, July 2015, pp. 65: “The Looker” by Lauren Murrow.⁠
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Photography: Cesar Rubio @cesarrubiophotography⁠
Interior Design: Sayde Mark Design @saydemarkdesigns⁠
Architecture: Levy Art & Architecture @levyaa
Styling: @studiosarahaag

We really raised the roof on this one! For this

We really raised the roof on this one!

For this sun-splashed, playful renovation we found new height for our client, adding a third floor with vaulted ceiling — plenty of room to hang their disco ball — and some fantastic new vantage points of Sutro Tower and Bernal Heights, San Francisco.

Built in 1903 and bought in 2001, the original house was dark and closed off. Levy Art + Architecture was enlisted, and we completely reimagined the indoor living spaces plus a new trio of terraces for outdoor enjoyment.

The lemon yellow paint in front and hot pink in back is a reflection of our clients' personalities and makes this custom home a true icon in the neighborhood.

Stay tuned for a tour of the inside, which is just as unique as the exterior.

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Published in San Francisco Magazine, July 2015, pp. 65: “The Looker” by Lauren Murrow.

Photography: Cesar Rubio @cesarrubiophotography
Interior Design: Sayde Mark Design @saydemarkdesigns
Architecture: Levy Art & Architecture @levyaa
Styling: @studiosarahaag

Mid-century Modernized Work progresses at our pro

Mid-century Modernized

Work progresses at our project in Marin County. The original home occupies a hilltop site with 360 degree views. As a portion of our work to renovate and modernize the structure, we’ve removed the ceilings. This allows us to completely update the wiring, lighting, audio visual, window shades and insulation systems.

Space is defined by more than walls and floors, it’s all in the details!

New project! We've completed the framing phase of

New project! We've completed the framing phase of our latest project, the Menlo Terrace Mixed Use, and we're ready to move onto the next phase of construction 🔨⁠
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This stunning design, located in Menlo Park, CA and adjacent to the prestigious Allied Arts community, features a striking cantilevered corner at the commercial level on the ground floor, creating an open and visually light space.⁠
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In addition to the beautiful design, we've incorporated advanced energy-efficient features, such as deep window reveals on the upper levels to provide solar shading and reduce heat gain from the Southern sun. This helps to create an all-electric, Net 0 structure that's both beautiful and sustainable.⁠
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We invite you to check out our stories for more construction images of the Menlo Terrace Mixed Use project, and see how we've been crafting this stunning, energy-efficient design for our private client. ⁠
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#mixeduse #urbandesign #commercialarchitecture #constructionupdate #menlopark #atherton #paloalto #cornersite #mixedmedia #mixedmaterial ⁠
#luxuryarchitecture #custombuilder #highendbuilder #net0 #sustainable #greendesign⁠
#LevyArtArchitecture #levyaa #AIASF #modernarchitecture ⁠
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Principal Architect: ✏️ Ross Levy⁠ @levy_aa⁠
Architectural Designer: Patrick Donato, Maria Cabrera-Vergara, Melissa Todd⁠
Structural Engineer: DP Advanced Engineering⁠
Mechanical Engineer: Shane Litzenberger⁠
Civil Engineer: Lea & Braze⁠
General Contractor: Via Builders⁠

Today is the last day to get your nominations in f

Today is the last day to get your nominations in for our project, Miter House, for the Building of the Year award! If you love this project as much as we did, don't forget to vote today! Link in bio.⁠
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#architecturelovers #architecture #architect #archdaily #architecturedesign #levy #sanfrancisco

We are thrilled that our Miter House project was j

We are thrilled that our Miter House project was just put in the running for the ArchDaily Building of the Year Award!

From now until February 15th, we need to get as many votes as possible to get on the shortlist for this award and advance to the next phase. It will take many votes from our great clients and support network that you are a part of.

Will you join us in helping recognize this project and our firm?

(Link in bio)
bit.ly/miterhouse23

The best part about our marina-style renovation in

Cable-suspended staircase. We revealed vertical sp

Cable-suspended staircase. We revealed vertical spaces that make the house feel and live much larger than its actual 2350 sq ft footprint. ⁠
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Our client couldn’t be happier, and he’s converted his family into devoted beach goers. During quarantine, that was a most welcome addition for all. ⁠
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Architect: Ross Levy⁠
Project Team: Melissa Todd, Patrick Donato⁠
Interior Architect / Designer: Frances Weiss⁠
Contractor: Blair Burke (GC)⁠
Stair Fabricator: Luke Gosellin @gosselinluke⁠
Structural Engineer: FTF⁠
Photographer: Joe Fletcher @joefletcherphoto⁠
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#transparency #light #shadow #volume #3dimensions⁠
#designinnovation #stairdetail #suspendedstair #teamwork⁠
#suspendedstaircase #sfarchitecture #cablesuspension #coastalarchitecture #modernarchitecture #AIASF #architecture #residentialarchitecture⁠
#LevyArtArchitecture #levyaa

From the modern zen landscape to the impressive 30

From the modern zen landscape to the impressive 30 feet of NanaWall stacking glass doors, this project looks stunning inside and out.⁠
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HOME: "Los Altos Hills"⁠
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Principal Architect: ✏️ Ross Levy⁠ @levy_aa⁠
Project Team: ✏️ Therese Peffer (Levy Art + Architecture)⁠
Contractor: 🏗 Murphy McKenna Construction⁠
MEP: David Knight (Monterey Energy Group)⁠
Structural Engineer: 🏗 Tim Stauffer (now with Avelar)⁠
Photographer: 📸 Marcell Puzsar⁠
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#transitional #LevyArtArchitecture #levyaa #modernarchitecture #residentialarchitecture #residentialdesign #AIASF #sustainable #luxury #luxuryhomedesign

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