Vidalakis Residence

Located on a beautiful 3.7-acre semi-rural parcel in Portola Valley, this new 7,000 square foot home is organized into an “L” shaped plan with primary circulation set on the east-west axis.
The circulation spine gently ascends on the south side of the building and forms one edge of the private landscaped courtyard. Most of the major public and private spaces face the north, and enjoy dramatic short and long views, with San Francisco visible in the distance. A 75-foot linear swimming pool is set perpendicular to the house with three infinity edges, rising to seven feet above grade at the north end, emphasizing dramatic views and the gentle slope of the land.

Facts & Figures

Location
Portola Valley, California

Year Completed
2014

Category
Residential, Single Family

Recognition
American Architecture Awards. The Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design and The European Centre for Architecture Art Design and Urban Studies. 2015.
Merit Award. Builder’s Choice & Custom Home Design Awards. Custom Home, 5,000SF+. 2015.
Gold Nugget Awards. Pacific Coast Builder’s Conference. Best Custom Home, 4,000-8,000SF. 2015.

Designed by Robert Swatt, FAIA and Miya Muraki, AIA of SWATT + PARTNERS (previously Swatt Miers Architects).

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