Feldman Architecture has completed Guzhai, a biophilic house nestled amidst mature trees and vegetation on a private flag lot in Los Altos Hills, California. The structure features two perpendicularly layered forms, with the second floor lightly floating above a grove of mature oaks, offering views of the San Francisco Bay. The L-shaped configuration encloses a protected courtyard and pool, enhancing the indoor-outdoor living experience.

Generational Home Design Emphasizes Harmony with Nature
Designed by Feldman Architecture, Guzhai serves as a generational home for an international client who values modern design and biophilic living spaces. The project overcame a language barrier between the architect and client, both of whom are knowledgeable in architecture and engineering, through innovative communication methods.
Designed as a family gathering place, Guzhai features open-plan living spaces on the ground floor, including a kitchen, dining area, and passively cooled double-height living room. Large windows on both floors capitalize on natural ventilation, providing passive cooling. The design creates an architectural framework for enjoying the surrounding scenery, making the structure almost transparent.

Elsewhere on the ground level, Guzhai features an L-shaped structure enclosing a protected courtyard and pool area, giving the client?s visiting parents privacy in a carefully designed guest suite. The home sits on a flag lot framed by mature trees, promoting harmon...