Featured Property / Big Sur, CA
The Monolith House
A Study in Light and Materiality
Nestled within the rugged coastal landscape, this residence represents a pinnacle of brutalist influence softened by organic textures. The architectural language is one of restraint, utilizing cast-in-place concrete and reclaimed cedar to create a dialogue between the built environment and the shifting horizons of the Pacific coast.
Tactile Minimalism
Every surface in the Monolith House has been curated for its tactile quality. Hand-troweled plaster walls catch the morning light, while the basalt flooring provides a cool, grounding presence throughout the living spaces.
Geometry of Shadows
The orientation of the home was meticulously calculated to utilize the sun as a dynamic design element. As the day progresses, deep shadows carve new shapes across the monolithic volumes.
Floor Plans & Spatial Logic
Big Sur Enclave
Situated on a private four-acre bluff overlooking the Pacific, the Monolith House offers unparalleled privacy. The site's native cypress trees were preserved during construction, acting as natural windbreaks and visual screens.
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