Photography by Scott Frances
Studio Bracket has designed the contemporary remodel of a 1949 International Style Home in Malibu, California.
The original structure was built in 1949 and was the first home constructed in the Malibu Knolls region of Malibu. The house sits atop a bluff with views of the Malibu Pier, Surf Rider Beach, Malibu Lagoon to the south and the Santa Monica Mountains to the north.
At the request of the owners, the updated house maintained the lines of the original home, while also increasing the square footage.
Photography by Scott Frances
In the foyer, there’s a Bouquet Canyon stone wall that connects with the living room.
Photography by Scott Frances
Floor to ceiling windows wrap around the living room, while a linear fireplace has been installed within the stone wall.
Photography by Scott Frances
In the kitchen, marble countertops have been combined with stained rift white oak cabinetry, while two islands provide plenty of space for entertaining.
Photography by Scott Frances
Both the living room and the kitchen open to a covered patio that leads down to the swimming pool.
Photography by Scott Frances
At the side of the house is a water feature that can be enjoyed from one of the bedrooms.
Photography by Scott Frances
Back inside, and in one of the bathrooms, a glass ceiling and partial wall in the shower provide uninterrupted views of the surrounding landscape.
Photography by Scott Frances
In another bathroom, a stone wall becomes the backdrop for the vanity, while a horizontal window in the shower allows natural light into the room.
