Breathtaking Views in the City - Page 2

Mid-century features abound with hardwood floors, unpainted wood walls, built-in shelving and showcases, along with clear expanses of glass throughout. Warming the main living space is an original, unpainted brick fireplace that visually anchors the room, adding a central element to the inviting atmosphere.

Rich, unpainted wood ceilings with dark, contrasting beams are another striking mid-century feature, giving the home the feel of a mountain chalet. Takami describes the beams as "almost like a puzzle, extending to the deck and meeting in the middle," and adds, "No one would do that kind of work now."

The upper level leads you into a postcard-perfect, open-plan living/dining area, which radiates natural light. Sliding window walls lead directly out onto a vast viewing deck that can only be described as spectacular for entertaining and dining al fresco under the stars.

A bright, unrestored kitchen with light-colored wood echoes the warmth of the rest of the home, and a large horizontal window over the sink frames a tree-filled outdoor scene.

The master bedroom/bath opens out to a sun deck overlooking a tranquil backyard with diverse native plantings.

The property offers a lot of flexibility. Terraced landscape areas could lend themselves nicely to a future butterfly garden, or herb and vegetable garden while preserving the informal, rustic garden feel. The home's lower story features three bedrooms with lovely ocean and treeline views, and a separate room (with its own bath) that could also be used as a family room or fifth bedroom.

Of special note are the stones that are placed around plants in the backyard. Takami explained that these originated from the original cobblestone streets of San Francisco.

"This home must be seen to be appreciated," she adds. "It is so unique that neighbors who had wondered about it over the years came to a recent open house just to experience it. Another visitor was the son of the original owner. It's been a joy to represent."

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