This mediterranean style house, situated in the classically San Francisco neighborhood of Sea Cliff, experienced a gut renovation which transformed a confusing warren of rooms into a sophisticated modern home.

Belgian limestone floors and plaster walls; linen sheers and unlacquered brass. Matte against glossy, curved against linear... it all layers into a palette confident in its refinement. Indoor and outdoor spaces connect - perfect for kids - while the home remains poised for grownup soirees, too.

The home feels like a sanctuary, a million miles away from it all. But when the fog lifts and the Golden Gate Bridge comes into view, you resettle back into a comfortable sense of place.