Fair Ave

Completed: Fall 2023
Scope: New Single Family Home + ADU
SQ FT: 2,800 SF
Location: Santa Cruz, CA
Builder: Santa Cruz Green Builders

Photos: Mariko Reed

Construction Photos : YAC & SCGB

Publication: Dwell Print, Nov 2024

Challenge

Design a family home on an undeveloped site that was previously 1/3 of the ‘Hall of Mysteries’ site which includes the historic 30’ mixed masonry obelisk that must remain in it’s existing location.

Solution

Create a home that nests around the front yard obelisk and contrasts with the masonry and oyster clad obelisk so that it can continue to be celebrated as a local monument. The two story home layout shields a south facing backyard and lanai space allowing for a private indoor-outdoor flow.

 
 

Exterior Photos

Interior Photos - Interiors by YAC & Santa Cruz Green Build

ADU

September 2023

January 2023