KAA Design

It’s called the Golden State for a reason. Duan Tran, Partner at award-winning firm KAA Design with founding partner Grant Kirkpatrick, should be credited for making the complex look effortless in this stellar rendition. “For us, every project starts with a story that is deeply rooted in the unique character of the site. This hillside residence […]

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KAA Design

KAA Design project in Del Mar

Photography: Roger Davies for California Contemporary: The Houses of Grant C. Kirkpatrick and KAA Design

KAA Design project in Del Mar

It’s called the Golden State for a reason. Duan Tran, Partner at award-winning firm KAA Design with founding partner Grant Kirkpatrick, should be credited for making the complex look effortless in this stellar rendition. “For us, every project starts with a story that is deeply rooted in the unique character of the site. This hillside residence in Del Mar California, blessed with commanding views, was no different. Given the existing steep hillside topography, this home was envisioned early on to be respectful of the site, to be built with the hill and not one that would be built on top of the hill. As a result, the property was delicately sculpted through a series of hillside layers that allowed for the home to open up naturally and directly to the landscape and the views beyond through a series of wonderful indoor-outdoor moments that would ultimately extend to the breathtaking views of the panorama beyond.”