Designed by Los Angeles-based architecture studio XTEN and called The Strand House, this Hermosa Beach home is the epitome of minimalist architecture and truly celebrates the beauty of its oceanfront location. This home was created by practice founder Monica Heffelfinger and partner Scott Uterstrom in a minimalist, contemporary form as an excellent example of seaside living in coastal Southern California. .
Designer: Monika Haefelfinger and Scott Utterstrom of XTEN
Located along Hermosa Beach, Strand House is surrounded by white sand and close to the beach's central pier. This home features large openings, a minimalist aesthetic, clean geometric patterns, and delicate decorations that create a feeling of spaciousness. Blessed with wonderful views and vistas, it functions as a great viewpoint to enjoy the beautiful sea. “The west-facing glass facade acts like a blank canvas, reflecting different hues throughout the day, as the white interior showcases the client's art collection,” Heffelfinger said.
The home has three distinctive floors, with the ground floor facing the beach and acting as an extension of the beach. The second floor is slightly elevated from the ground, accommodating all the main living spaces while also serving as the perfect viewing platform. The top floor houses all private areas, and the three floors are connected via a white sculptural central staircase core that doubles as a daylight window, allowing sunlight to reach the rear of the house. I'm trying to reach it. This house is defined by his four bedrooms and various terraces and balconies that bring an open-air element to the house.
Strandhouse is the perfect culmination of minimal, clean aesthetics and clean geometric forms. These features create a light and delicate atmosphere in your home. The home features passively designed double-glazed windows with Low-E coating, an insulated chimney, a reflective “cool” roof, rainwater harvesting and filtration, drought-tolerant plantings, and on-site amenities. It is also an example of sustainable architecture. Charging the EV. A great location, sustainable features, great aesthetics, and wide range of rooms make Strand House a huge draw and the ultimate beach house.
