The front facade shows the Cor-Ten steel panels that wrap the second floor of this home. The panels, which were painted chocolate brown to hide the rust stains typically associated with weathered steel, have different types of bends and various amounts of circles. The type of space or wall behind the panel determined the type of panel used. If there was a window that needed light and some privacy, a panel with more holes was used, but if there was a wall of stucco, a panel with fewer holes was used.

The entryway features a handrail made of the leftover circle cutouts from the exterior facade panels. The eye-catching railing makes a bold statement in the sleek, minimalist space.

The inspiration for this home, the Italian stone pine tree in the backyard, can be seen in two separate spots in this space. The trunk is visible out the far windows, and the canopy is visible through the skylight. A long feature wall of cabinets stretches from the entry all the way to the kitchen, offering ample storage throughout the space. The cabinets hide everything from a coat closet at the entry to a refrigerator in the kitchen.

The sleek wood cabinets in this kitchen hide the refrigerator, freezer dishwasher and a pull-out pantry. Concrete floors are a nice contrast to the warm cabinets, and a radiant floor heating system ensures the floors are cool to the eyes but not the feet.

The tree canopy was the inspiration for the Cor-Ten steel panels on the home's exterior. Modal Design wanted to create the same dappled light effect that you experience below a tree canopy with the circles cut out of the steel panels. The pool's plaster matches the color of the home's stucco, so the pool becomes one with the home. Modal Design chose the unique plaster color rather than a typical blue to keep the pool from contrasting with the natural materials of the home.

This modern home is flooded with natural light. A skylight provides general lighting for the entryway, and a large window at the top of the staircase offers additional lighting and a view of the Italian stone pine tree in the backyard.

Modern furniture in black and white grounds this kid's bedroom, and a gray rug and bedding soften the space. Artwork and accessories add color and pizzazz to the stylish room.

The finishes in the master bedroom are muted to focus the attention on the view of the tree beyond. Pops of color and texture break up the muted color scheme, adding interest and pizzazz to the sleek, nature-inspired space.

The key element of this master bathroom is the natural light. The exterior metal panels allow sun to come in throughout the day while still providing privacy. The room changes from day to day and season to season depending on the sun's placement. The natural stone on the shower walls and bath surround complement the natural wood floor and cabinets for a cohesive overall look.