MASTERFUL RETREAT

Now empty nesters, the owners wanted a place where they could escape from the dayto-day grind of their stressful corporate lives to meditate and paint, as well as entertain their family and friends. Inspired by the hotels and resorts designed by SB Architects, the couple roped in the firm to translate that effortless style in their hospitality projects to their abode.

“The design concept was to create a contemporary home that was an expression of the place and an expression of the family. We designed the house in a way that really celebrated their (the owners’) collection of art,” says Wright. “It’s in

Silicon Valley, so they are surrounded by technology and they wanted a retreat from all of that. We created a variety of architectural millwork pieces that disguise TVS, so you can press a button and the TV