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title: MID CENTURY MODERN HOME
description: A Mid Century Modern Home in Santa Barbara, CA; Discover how this architectural gem underwent a stunning renovation and restoration.
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REMODEL OF CASE STUDY HOUSE IN SANTA BARBARA, CA
# MID-CENTURY MODERN HOME
Originally designed and built-in 1960 by locally acclaimed architect Noel D. Cooke AIA, the Mid-Century Modern Home is a part of the experimental architecture legacy known as the Case Study Houses. A 2006 remodel and addition honored the structure’s heritage while sensitively updating interiors and finishes.
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We approached this project with modernist thinking, “less is more.” A considerable amount of program was added to the house by reconfiguring the lower level while maintaining the original footprint. A new staircase was added to connect the entry-level to the lower level.
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The introduction of board-formed concrete, dry- stacked stone, clear wood finishes, and fine wood joinery help maintain a high level of material integrity, modernizing the palette while celebrating the original spirit of the home’s bold styling.
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The redesign and total refinishing of the home was an opportunity to celebrate the materials and form of mid-century modern architecture, as well as to explore the feasibility of hillside living. The architects updated the original post-and-beam aesthetic with tongue-and-groove ceilings, recreated the entry and walkway, and carefully maintained the original art studio. The new additions of dry stacked stone and fine wood joinery maintain the original spirit of the home while new hardscape elements, modern appliances, and updated glazing systems combine to bring the function of the home up to current expectations. The design also includes custom-designed furniture pieces that complete this collaboration of client, artisan builder, and architect.
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| Lot Size | 24,315 sf |
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| Project Size | 2,510 sf |
| Location | Santa Barbara, CA |
| Principal | Clay Aurell, AIA |
| Project Manager | Diana Costea |
| Design Team | Josh Blumer, AIA \| Karmen Aurell \| Diana Costea \| Schuyler Bartholomay \| Joel Herrera |
| General Contractor | Nathan Modesette - BOMO Design |
| Landscape Architect | David Johnson Landscaping \| CommonGround |
| STRUCTURAL ENGINEER | Taylor & Syfan |
| PHOTOGRAPHER | Ciro Coelho \| Jim Bartsch |
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QUARRY HOUSE MODERN CABIN Residential, Residential Interiors, Architecture, Contemporary Residential, Interior Design, Selected Architecture Works
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HO:ME 296 SHIPPING CONTAINER HOME Residential, Shipping Container Design, Residential Interiors, Architecture, Contemporary Residential, Interior Design, Selected Architecture Works, Selected Interiors Work
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[Finding the Right Residential Real Estate for Modern Home Design](https://www.abdesignstudioinc.com/news/finding-the-right-property)
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Why it's imperative to have an architect on your residential real estate team while searching and selecting the right property for your future modern home.
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[Residential Remodeling Done Right: Key Steps for Success](https://www.abdesignstudioinc.com/news/remodeling-right)
By [AB design studio](https://www.abdesignstudioinc.com/work/author/ab-design-studio) • February 25, 2021 • [Featured](https://www.abdesignstudioinc.com/blog/topic/featured)
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Following a process that establishes goals, identifies a professional team and prioritizes projects leads to successful residential remodeling done right.
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[Creating Your Forever Home with a Master Plan](https://www.abdesignstudioinc.com/news/forever-home-master-plan)
By [AB design studio](https://www.abdesignstudioinc.com/work/author/ab-design-studio) • January 29, 2021 • [Featured](https://www.abdesignstudioinc.com/blog/topic/featured)
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How an architect can work with you to create a master plan that simplifies the strategy for designing and developing your forever home.
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[GOLD NUGGET AWARD - Quarry House Takes Top PRIZE!](https://www.abdesignstudioinc.com/news/quarry-house-takes-top-award)
By [AB design studio](https://www.abdesignstudioinc.com/work/author/ab-design-studio) • July 25, 2020 • [Featured](https://www.abdesignstudioinc.com/blog/topic/featured)
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QUARRY HOUSE -AB design studio is thrilled to announce that our Quarry House project received the Grand Award in the Renovated or Restored Single House category of this year's Gold Nugget Awards.
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[Montecito Flip: A Showcase of Open Concept Interior Design](https://www.abdesignstudioinc.com/news/venturing-into-architect-as-client-a-montecito-flip)
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AB design studio breathes new life into a dilapidated Montecito home through a bold architect-as-developer venture that showcases open concept interior design.
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[Clear Vision, Transforming a Classic Lutah Riggs Home with House of Honey](https://www.abdesignstudioinc.com/news/clear-vision-editorial-by-santa-barbara-magazine)
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A classic Lutah Riggs house gets an infusion of warmth and whimsy from designer | owner Tamra Kaye-Honey
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[The Container Score](https://www.abdesignstudioinc.com/news/the-container-score-editorial-by-dwell-magazine)
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Five shipping containers find new purpose as a home in Santa Barbara.
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