Pleasure Point Side-by-Side Modern

Two modern single family homes, within walking distance of Santa Cruz’s world-renowned waves. Workbench designed each home to make efficient use of a compact site, providing comfortable and light-filled living spaces with crisp clean lines and livable maintenance exteriors.

Aerial view of a coastal residential neighborhood with houses, streets, and the ocean in the background. The ocean has waves approaching the shore, and there are a few palm trees scattered throughout the area under a clear blue sky.

LOCATION

Santa Cruz, California

Scale

2 Custom Homes

STATUS

Completed 2023

Services

Architecture

Rare 2x lot returns far more than 2x.

This gem of a double lot just blocks from the beach was elevated to two modern homes with decks, views. These thoughtful designs created significant value from limited land allowing the owner to accomplish a long lasting upgrade.

Modern two-story house with large windows and a stylish exterior; driveway and landscaped front yard at sunset.
Modern two-story houses with wooden and dark panel exteriors, concrete driveways, small front yards, and a clear blue sky.
Outdoor shower area with a gated wooden fence, a metal shower fixture, a hook with a blue towel, and an overhead sunshade.

Take me to the beach

Durable surfaces, materials, and hardware were chosen that can stand up to coastal elements and family life. Pin code gates and outdoor showers allow for rinsing salt and sand while maintaining privacy.

Modern two-story house with a flat roof, wood and stucco exterior, driveway, and garage.
Modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, black countertops, and a central island; dining area with wooden table and black chairs; open layout with hardwood flooring.

Open plan and connected to the coast

Spaces were designed to be open, light, and bright creating living spaces that flow casually from inside to outside and the neighborhood beyond.

Modern living room with a beige sofa, a blue patterned rug, a fireplace, and a large mirror. The room has light wood flooring, wall art, and a door leading outside.

Clever space saving details

Like most beach communities, square footage is a premium. Clever use of space and fixtures were used to make flexible living spaces that maximize usefulness and comfort.

Modern backyard patio with wooden deck, chairs, potted plants, and exterior lighting, adjacent to a contemporary house with a glass door.
Sunset view from a balcony with two chairs, a small table, and potted plants, overlooking a neighborhood with palm trees.
Modern house exterior with wooden accents, a light wooden door, large window, concrete steps, and a paved driveway. House number 226 is visible on a concrete wall.
Modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, dual-sink vanity, and large mirrors. The vanity has wooden cabinetry, and there's a decorative plant and artwork on the counter. The room features a frosted window, light fixtures, and gray floor tiles.
Modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a sink under a window, open shelves with decor, and a black faucet.
Outdoor patio area with wooden deck, lawn, and modern chairs; features concrete stepping stones and wooden fence.
Modern living room with fireplace, two wooden stools, floor lamp, wall art, and plant next to a blanket ladder.
Modern bathroom with a backlit mirror, light blue tiled wall, a small sink with a silver faucet, and a framed picture reflected in the mirror.
Outdoor shower with a blue patterned towel hanging on a stainless steel pole, in a backyard setting with artificial grass and plants.
Modern bathroom with two sinks, wooden cabinetry, large mirrors, glass-enclosed shower, and a view into a bright bedroom.
Modern bathroom with a wall-mounted lighted mirror, a white and black vessel sink, teal tiled backsplash, a framed painting of cable cars, and a small potted plant on a wooden vanity.
Modern bedroom with a large white bed, blue accent chair, and balcony access. Room has minimal decor, natural light, and a nightstand with a lamp.
Modern rooftop patio with green artificial grass, a small round table, two chairs, potted plant on the table, planter box with succulents, overlooking suburban houses and a clear blue sky.
Modern laundry room with gray cabinets, wooden countertop, and LG washer and dryer.
Modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel stove, and range hood. Black countertop with wooden utensils in a holder, cups, and a cutting board.
Modern bedroom with a double bed, white and blue bedding, wooden side table, and wicker lamp. Three small windows above the bed and a larger window to the side allow natural light. A framed ocean scenery photo hangs on the wall. A woven basket with b
Modern bathroom with a white bathtub, beige tile walls, a small window, black fixtures, a toilet, and a wall niche with folded towels and a soap dispenser.
Modern indoor staircase with wooden steps and metal railing, featuring cable wire design, in a white interior with large windows.

Consultants

Builder/Construction: Jared Hinds, Interface Builders
Development: Troy Hinds, Collective Real Estate
Civil: RI Engineering
Landscape: mBLA
Mechanical, Plumbing, T24: A Plus Green Energy
Electrical: Western Sun Systems
Geotech: Haro, Kasunch & Associates, Inc.
Survey: Luke R. Beautz

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