https://www.architecturalrecord.com/rss/2367 en-us  natural promontory, the contemporary Los Angeles dwelling boasts expansive views of Silver Lake Reservoir and San Gabriel Mountains. ]]> http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/16219 Thu, 27 Apr 2023 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/16219-house-stepping-down-a-hill-by-bestor-architecture Hillstop-Residence-Featured-House-4.jpg Photo by Bruce Damonte, courtesy the firm Hillstop-Residence-Featured-House-2.webp Photo by Bruce Damonte Hillstop-Residence-Featured-House-1.webp Photo by Bruce Damonte Hillstop-Residence-Featured-House-3.webp Photo by Bruce Damonte Hillstop-Residence-Featured-House-5.webp Photo by Bruce Damonte In housing-strapped Los Angeles, city officials are counting on multifamily developments, as well as small-lot single-family homes, to boost capacity and stabilize soaring prices.

]]> http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/11862 Thu, 01 Sep 2016 07:45:00 -0400 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/11862-blackbirds Cladding in fiber-cement and standing-seam metal unite and distinguish the 18 residences in this hilltop development. Photo © Iwan Baan Blackbirds is tucked into an eclectic neighborhood of single and multifamily houses. Photo © Iwan Baan Balconies add living space to the compact interiors. Photo © Laure Joliet Residents gather informally in the courtyard, which doubles as a parking area. Photo © Iwan Baan Built-ins add storage where needed, and skylights above the staircases bring daylight deep into the interior. Photo © Laure Joliet Kitchens are open to the main living area to create a seamless, casual flow. Photo © Laure Joliet  Bestor added glazing wherever possible to take advantage of expansive views. Photo © Laure Joliet Image courtesy Bestor Architecture