Michael Hennessey Architecture

Diamond Heights Renovation

Diamond Heights Renovation
© Joe Fletcher
Diamond Heights Renovation
© Joe Fletcher

Diamond Heights Renovation

Michael Hennessey Architecture

ARCHITECTS
Michael Hennessey Architecture

GENERAL CONTRACTOR
Brendan Waters Construction

PHOTOGRAPHS
Joe Fletcher

YEAR
2013

LOCATION
San Francisco, United States

CATEGORY
Renovation, Houses Interiors

How does one renovate an existing 1965 Eichler in a meaningful, respectful way? This is a difficult question, given the abuse that Eichler buildings have faced over the years with an overly-aggressive renovation industry applying the current style of the day to these prized structures.

Diamond Heights Renovation
© Joe Fletcher
Diamond Heights Renovation
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We decided to strike a balance between the positive, inherent qualities of an Eichler structure with modern improvements that enhance rather than compete with the existing building.

The existing post & beam structure is accentuated, creating a layered composition of structure, wood veneer, concrete, and tile elements.

Diamond Heights Renovation
© Joe Fletcher
Diamond Heights Renovation
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New full-height sliding glass panels increase the energy efficiency of the building while visually expanding the space towards the distant view.

The kitchen is relocated to connect more directly with the living area, and the decks are re-built as extensions of the interior spaces.A balance is struck between new and old in a meaningful way.

The Diamond Heights Renovation received the top prize for Architectural Interiors in the Builder's Choice & Custom Home 2017 Design Awards, a nationally recognized awards program.

Diamond Heights Renovation
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Diamond Heights Renovation
© Joe Fletcher
Diamond Heights Renovation
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Diamond Heights Renovation
© Joe Fletcher


Diamond Heights Renovation
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Diamond Heights Renovation
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Diamond Heights Renovation
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Diamond Heights Renovation
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Diamond Heights Renovation
© Joe Fletcher
Diamond Heights Renovation
© Joe Fletcher
Diamond Heights Renovation
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Diamond Heights Renovation
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Diamond Heights Renovation
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Diamond Heights Renovation
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Diamond Heights Renovation
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Diamond Heights Renovation
Upper Floor Plan
Diamond Heights Renovation
Lower Floor Plan
Diamond Heights Renovation
Roof Plan

Michael Hennessey Architecture
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Michael Hennessey Architecture
1501 Mariposa St # 308, San Francisco, CA 94107, United States