Anonymous Architects — Los Angeles, 2022

Balcony terrace of Olancha House with metal railings and outdoor furniture overlooking Los Angeles city and hills.

Olancha House is a 1,000-square-foot residence in Los Angeles designed by Anonymous Architects and completed in 2022. Positioned on a steep site with panoramic views, the house responds to its challenging topography by concentrating its outdoor space on a walkable roof, which includes the swimming pool and serves as the primary flat area. The design inverts the typical Californian residential model by stacking spaces vertically instead of spreading them across a single level. This compact arrangement amplifies the flexibility of the interior, where movable partitions can adapt the open den into a guest bedroom as needed. The garage on the street level is also designed to emit light at night, acting as a lantern for both the deck and the surrounding area.

Architect
Anonymous Architects
Location
Los Angeles · Los Angeles architects
Year
2022
Size
1,000 sq ft
Images
8
Style
Contemporary, Modern
Materials
Blackened Steel, Concrete, Glass, Leather, Plywood
Features
Balcony, Black Window Frames, Built-In Shelving, Covered Patio, Flat Roof

Typical architect fee for a 1,000 sq ft new home here: $42,000 – $70,000Full services, Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA · BLS wage and Census construction data

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