Montalba Architects prioritises views at hillside home in Santa Monica

Binational studio Montalba Architects used ample glazing and a clever siting strategy to provide the best vistas at Canyon Terrace House in southern California.
Designed for a family of four, the multi-storey home sits on a sloped site in Santa Monica.
A slender pool features outside
Providing a connection to the outdoors – including views of a nearby canyon – was a guiding concern for Montalba Architects. The main intent was "to create a dialogue between indoor and outdoor spaces",