Cool Designs

Floor Plan of the Clasen Residence

One of the bedrooms gets lots of California sun, and access to a small patio outside.

There's plenty of storage in this midcentury layout, including the wall of cabinetry behind the small peninsula.

Thanks to updated appliances, a new backsplash, and a fresh coat of paint, the updated kitchen is decidedly cool and collected.

A small sitting area is set beside the dining area, as a casual spot for coffee or dessert.

Designer Raili Clasen forged through a challenging loan process to salvage a rundown property—saving its bocce court in the process.

Clasen says that the home felt open, even though it's decades old, and she didn't touch its footprint. The refreshed view looks out onto various plants and trees.

Clasen kept the layout as is, and refreshed the room with coats of white paint that brightened the space and unified the overhead wood accents. Midcentury-inspired furnishings coordinate with the history.

The couple kept the existing bocce court, and added throwback seating to match the midcentury mood.

She kept the exterior mostly as is, but updated it with white paint and a black accent for the unusual round gate. A green front door matches the shade found inside.

"As an amateur astronomer, Roberson made sure to also include a well-equipped observatory,

In addition to a spa-like bath, the primary suite also comes with a private reading area.

A bright and airy library awaits just steps away, complete with floor-to-ceiling bookshelves and glazing.

A large skylight shines plenty of sunshine into the kitchen, which offers top-of-the-line appliances, custom cabinetry, and captivating views of the surrounding vineyards.