Susana Residence
Torrance, CA
This custom designed house responds to it’s uniquely shaped lot with two rectilinear outer (white) volumes, tied together with a wood-clad central core.
Susana Residence - Torrance, CA
Inchoate was retained by a Contractor/ Developer to create a design for a potential, but unknown, homeowner. We were given many freedoms of design, yet also asked to maximize the potential of the site. We were excited when the property and house sold based on our designs and renderings, before construction even commenced.
The floor plan responds to the uniqueness of the wedge-shaped site; two volumes set at varying angles are connected via a third in the middle. The outer volumes are clad in white stucco, tied together with a wood and glass circulation volume. The wood is used again at the eaves creating a warmth to the building. The roof shapes both emphasize the various volumes, as well as allude to a traditional pitched roof.
Designed as a 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom plus Gym, the first floor features an open Kitchen, Dining, Living plan with multi-fold doors out to the rear yard, a guest bedroom, and a gym. The stairway is set against a glass wall which allows it to float in the space, connecting both volumes and floor levels. At the second story there are two bedrooms, a bathroom, a laundry room, and a Primary Suite with a private balcony.
The house is now under construction. We look forward to updating these images with final photos.
Floor Area: 2279 sf
Construction Budget: not disclosed
Completion Date: est. 2024
The front view of new residence shows how the building follows the curve of the street, presenting three unique facades in one street view.
The central spine is expressed in the rear as a glass facade between two more solid volumes. The multi-sliding doors open to the backyard to create a true indoor/outdoor experience.
First floor plan
Second floor plan
Renderings of possible interior finishes in the Living Room showing the large bi-folding door open to the backyard
A rendering of the future kitchen shows the slim window at the backsplash and opportunity for a window seat at the dining room area.
A rendering of the master bedroom shows the soaring, vaulted ceilings.
A rendering of the master bathroom shows possible finishes on the freestanding bathtub, shower and double vanity.