For a young family from Boston just arriving in Sebastopol, California, architect Amy A. Alper had the unique challenge of developing a house that felt like home but could still be flexible and evolve over time as the family’s needs change. A fully curated and formal interior didn’t work for homeowners with two young children, so she developed a home with a clean architectural backdrop, numerous adaptable spaces, and plenty of room to grow.
Inside a Modernist Family Home That’s Designed to Evolve
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