Shade beyond the glass
The deep eaves temper the light before it reaches the seating.
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ROOM 176 · Other
The afternoon moves indoors
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A single-story courtyard house, conceived for San Diego, CA.
The garden is bright, but the seats sit in shade. Deep eaves make that difference visible through the glass, giving this California room a softer light than its broad windows might suggest. Ochre plaster and a pale rug warm the green floor; two tall sling chairs bring a leisurely angle to the low sofa.
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The flat ceiling keeps the architecture horizontal. A pair of bold prints gives the solid wall something of the same breadth, using red and ochre to pick up the cushion colors.
The furniture is spare in outline but comfortable in proportion. A round timber table leaves room to move around the chairs, and the sliding door has clear floor beside it. Books and a bowl of citrus are enough on the table; the courtyard supplies most of the detail.
WHY THE ROOM WORKS
A deep roof edge softens the light across low seating and a green concrete floor.
Colour palette
- Ochre
- Sea green
- Warm white
- Burnt orange
A low central group
The sofa and table preserve the long view into the courtyard.
Tall, light chairs
The sling frames add a different silhouette without a bulky upholstered back.
Art on the solid wall
Two broad prints give the ochre wall a considered focal point.
WHAT TO BORROW
Plan shade outside the glazing as carefully as you choose furniture inside it.
THE PIECES BEHIND THE DESIGN
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Granada Teak Outdoor Sofa
Teak Warehouse
A low open frame and cream cushions suit the horizontal architecture and shaded daylight.
US$3,499.00
Sling Teak Outdoor Lounge Chair
Teak Warehouse · 2 used in this room
The long sling profile supplies an upright visual counterpoint to the low sofa; check the deep footprint when placing it.
US$549.00
Oxford Teak Outdoor Round Coffee Table 31"
Teak Warehouse
A compact round timber top leaves room to move around the seating, with a broad-legged base that grounds it.
US$1,049.00