This 1500 SF home sits on a small parcel near Schwan Lagoon in coastal California. The architectural detailing is contemporary, but the shape of the building is consistent with the historic cottages of the original Twin Lakes settlement. An outdoor courtyard on the first floor serves as a light well, bringing light into the center of the house. Two south-facing terraces on the second floor add usable space to the living areas. 12-foot ceilings give the home a lofty, airy quality.
