Up in the Clouds

This San Francisco Eichler received a down-to-the-studs renovation and vertical addition. Careful attention was paid to alignments and period detailing. A bridge connects the upper level pavilion to a small studio outbuilding. With all new surfaces and infrastructure, the home sits contentedly on its foggy hillside with expansive views.

Press: e-architect, resawn Timber Co, AN Interior, Leibal
Awards: AIASF Design Award 2026: Finalist in Architecture category
SARA California Design Awards 2026: Excellence award in Renovation, Restoration, and Adaptive Re-use category

Modern two-story house nestled among trees with large glass windows, illuminated from within, on a foggy day.
Modern multi-story house with large glass windows, black exterior panels, and an outdoor courtyard with seating, greenery, and stairs.
Modern living room with wooden wall panels, a bookshelf filled with books, four orange chairs around a black table, large floor-to-ceiling glass sliding doors opening to a small garden with greenery and trees.
Modern house with large glass windows, showing a cozy interior with a round wooden table and orange chairs, and an outside patio with two chairs and a tree.
View through an open door on a staircase leading outside, with greenery and rocks visible beyond.
Modern minimalist bathroom with a walk-in shower on the left, a large mirror above a light-colored wooden vanity with a black faucet on the right, and white tiled walls and ceiling.
Modern bedroom with wooden walls, large sliding glass doors leading to a balcony, a bed with white bedding and a plaid blanket, a small potted plant outside, and a pair of black slippers on a rug.
Modern living room with large glass sliding door leading to a balcony with outdoor chairs and a tree visible through foggy weather.
Interior view of a modern house showcasing a staircase with wooden steps and a black handrail, large windows revealing an outdoor garden, and a round ceiling light.
Modern living room with a central fireplace, black leather sofa, glass coffee table, books, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with potted plants.
Modern interior staircase with wooden steps, white side panel, black handrail, wooden ceiling, a tall mirror with rounded wooden frame, and natural light from a large skylight.
Modern dining area with wooden table and benches, large sliding glass door leading to a balcony, black accent wall with a landscape painting, white ceiling light, and minimal decor.
Modern kitchen with white island, black cabinets, three round white pendant lights, and large windows overlooking outdoor greenery.
Modern outdoor garden with concrete steps, lush foliage, ferns, succulents, and a metal bridge, surrounded by trees and glass fencing.
Modern two-story house with large glass windows, a rooftop deck, and a metal walkway railing, surrounded by trees and greenery.

architecture: Michael Hennessey Architecture
photography: Adam Rouse

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