Ross Residence

Located in Del Mar, this Mid-Century Modern-inspired residence is nestled into the surrounding hillside adjacent to the Torrey Pines State Preserve. Efficiently taking advantage of a small site, this 3,993 SF two-story home merges indoor and outdoor spaces and features spectacular views with expansive windows overlooking the preserve and the Pacific Ocean beyond. The decks on both levels and patios adjacent to the park are built with 1-hour fire-rated non-combustible construction.

With the majority of the structure being built into the hillside, the home boasts superior insulation from the thermal mass. A standing seam metal roof provides zero-maintenance and high fire-resistive construction while the living roof system over the carport provides rainwater filtration.

Passive solar design minimizes heating and cooling costs, and there are high-efficiency LED light fixtures throughout the home.

Interior details include hand-crafted natural wood-stained stair rails and treads and bathrooms consisting of tile, mosaic, and marble with living spaces consisting of wood floor and matching trim and cabinetry. There is also a handcrafted wine cellar with full thermal control.

As for the lower level, the media room has a full home theater and it opens to west-facing deck and outdoor barbecue area. The lower level deck leads to private patio equipped with a corner countertop, a gas grill, and a wood-fire oven.