This House With Larger-Than-Life California Poppies on Its Facade Just Hit the Market for $3.4M
A laser-cut, aluminum silhouette of the Golden State’s official flower punctuates this Venice, California home and catches the eye of all who pass by.
A laser-cut, aluminum silhouette of the Golden State’s official flower punctuates this Venice, California home and catches the eye of all who pass by.
aluminum screen wrapping around the second-floor facade. A low fence out front signals the welcomed gaze of those who pass by.">
When architects Jonathan Ward and Jin Ah Park designed a home of their own in 2015, they decided to incorporate an offering for the neighborhood: a striking piece of artwork along the facade. Located in Venice, California, just blocks from world-famous beach boardwalks, the open-air structure features a laser-cut aluminum screen along the exterior. The dramatic piece of structural art shines during the day and is illuminated into the night, adding to the home's allure.
aluminum screen wrapping around the second-floor facade. A low fence out front signals the welcomed gaze of those who pass by.">The home's front facade catches the eye with a laser-cut aluminum screen wrapping around the second-floor facade. A low fence out front signals the welcomed gaze of those who pass by.
Photo courtesy of The Agency
Once inside, the interior soars upward in the double-height living area. Sliding glass doors seamlessly connect a central courtyard, wrap around the kitchen, and meet a secondary living area in the back.
Photo courtesy of The Agency
Today, the home is affectionately known as the California Poppy House. Among the home's other striking features is a voluminous living area grounded by a wood-clad wall on one side and soaring glass walls on the other. A clear and elegant floor plan eliminates sight lines, seamlessly connecting the dining area, kitchen, and an outdoor courtyard.
Another view of the living area reveals the main entrance and the adjacent dining area. A double-height wall of wood grounds the space, complementing an arrangement of cabinetry in the dining area.
Photo courtesy of The Agency
See the full story on Dwell.com: This House With Larger-Than-Life California Poppies on Its Facade Just Hit the Market for $3.4M
Related stories:
