This is a design for a residence on a hillside in Sausalito. A 1960's structure sits on a rocky hillside that faces east and has a grand view of San Francisco Bay and the distant hills beyond. A garage sits in the rear and accessed by a private drive. The front street address is at the base of stepped rocky hillside.

Framed View becomes the concept on which the design develops. The expansive view is defined and framed by the archtecture. The front roof eave is lowered and extended over the new deck. The structure keeps within restricted site lines from uphill neighbors. The frame brings the view into greater focus and interest. Views from arrival and interior movement are also focused to provide expectation and excitement.

Program includes a new front aluminum-skinned entry that slides out from the new facade. A translucent screened center family room addresses the rear garden and focuses the view to the eastern hills. Exterior siding is zinc flat seamed vertical panels. The flat roof area uses photovoltaic panels.