This house positions itself as a backdrop to a spectacular site, with a dense canopy of trees in the front and a steep ravine in the back. Architectural firm Specht Harpman's goal was to preserve the site's live oaks and redesign the home to take advantage of its natural landscape.

This house positions itself as a backdrop to a spectacular site, with a dense canopy of trees in the front and a steep ravine in the back. Architectural firm Specht Harpman's goal was to preserve the site's live oaks and redesign the home to take advantage of its natural landscape.

This house explores modern design tropes — large glass planes and ribbon windows — and makes use of basic, inexpensive construction techniques. The backyard features a grassy lawn and dazzling infinity pool for endless entertaining possibilities.

This modern home features an infinity-edge swimming pool nestled in a gorgeous backyard. Tall hedges and mature trees offer privacy.