Westgate Residence

Brentwood, California

The Westgate Residence is a renovation of a 1948 house located in Brentwood, CA where the objective was to architecturally update the building through the use of new materials and openings, but without increasing the overall square footage or building envelope. Situated near a fairly busy street intersection with an abundance of foot traffic, the challenge was to create a peaceful dwelling from an existing building shell. Fountains and water elements add white noise to reduce the sound of street traffic and the landscaping was designed to screen, yet give a sense of calm and reflection.