Racy Red

Studio.Noju also used the ceramic blocks to form interior dividers that allow for light and air circulation, like the 18-foot-high screen enclosing the stair that extends to the upstairs bathroom.

Bespoke mosaic tiles in several shades of matte and gloss pink, along with red Bisazza tiles, create a dramatic ombre effect in this bathroom. The light above the bath is a special-edition, red version of the 2LG Studio Capsule collection designed in collaboration with Cameron Design House, who noted that "pink and red aren't a traditional color combination, but they work really well here."

The raspberry red kitchen with equipment from Italian design brand Alessi.

Original tile in the bathrooms remains, including this reddish-burnt orange tile in the master bathroom.

A red metal spiral staircase leads to the second-story office.

The red niche is the most vibrant space in the home. Cibic says, “I like to spend time in these small little intimate spaces. It’s like one piece of furniture somehow.”

A LC4 Chaise by Le Corbusier sits in the study, where wrestling mats cover the polished concrete floors.

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The red furniture system, which does not extend all the way up to the ceiling, works as a frame that structures the interiors. It contains the kitchen and bathroom, and also provides ample storage for Rubio’s books, designer furniture, and decor.

Soren and Annika share a lofted bedroom and a pair of bunks. In Barker and Inzunza's house, this space is used as an office and music room.

Opening to the home's main entrance on the upper level, a large red sliding door—one of three—is painted Gypsy Red by Sherwin-Williams. To the left is the kitchen and dining space, and to the right is the living room and studio.

Bright red laminate shelves hold the family’s coffee supplies in a delightful reveal.

Behind the Red Wood Maple tree, a statement-making red, Smoldering Red by Benjamin Moore, swathes the home's exterior horizontal siding.

With a clever arrangement comprising a cottage and a primary residence, local design firm ORA gives a family outdoor access at every turn.

The living room with it's clerestory pop-up, helping to define the space and bring in light.

Fiery mosaics tile the majority of this Hawaiian tub room. Built and occupied by architect Craig Steely and his wife, the rest of the home is just as warm and tranquil aptly named Lavaflow 2.

Inspired by the works of American light-installation artist James Turrell, Tin House by Henning Stummel Architects is a well-considered design that makes the most out of space and light.