klopf architecture updates classic eichler home in palo alto

klopf architecture updates classic eichler home in palo alto
all images © mariko reed

joseph eichler, founder of eichler homes, was responsible for the construction of over 11,000 homes throughout california between 1950 and his death in 1974. one of the most prolific real estate developers in post-war america, he called upon architects of equal stature to complete home designs, at times employing the likes of: frank lloyd wright, robert anshen, claude oakland & associates, jones & emmons, a. quincy jones, and raphael soriano. 

exterior 

one of many eichler residences, was chosen for renovation by klopf architecture–in collaboration with arterra landscape architects and flegel’s construction. as part of the update, original walls were extended, allowing nearly the entire façade to be openable to the outside. the home flawlessly transitions between interior and exterior, equal parts residence and open air pavilion. further, the plan utilizes the japanese concept of borrowed landscape, and incorporates a fountain, concrete bench wall, and natural landscaping. the remodeled 1,712ft² home functions as a single-family residence and is located in palo alto, california–the heart of silicon valley. 

kitchen and living room 

living room, featuring herman miller classics

gate

the façade opens almost entirely  

indoor and outdoor seating areas

master bedroom and patio 

the home updates a classic eichler residence

from street

bathroom 

bathroom from exterior 

project info:

project team: john klopf–AIA, geoff campen, angela todorova
landscape architect: arterra landscape architects
structural engineer: brian dotson consulting engineers
contractor: flegel’s construction
photography: © 2014 mariko reed
location: palo alto, CA
year completed: 2014

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