The Montecito Heights neighborhood encompasses a tightly knit community with a variety of early 20th century architectural styles, from Craftsman and Spanish to Modern Hillside homes. This centrally located property provides a quiet retreat with multiple outdoor living spaces and modern amenities. Built in 1926, the property has been renovated by the Architecture Firm, Open Form Arch Co, with a careful consideration to detail and functionality. The landscaping includes a tropical front yard oasis with rose garden and firepit area inspired by the Hawaiian Islands, a kitchen side deck, a middle hillside space with kids’ playhouse, and an upper steel, cantilevered sunset deck with beautiful views. The landscape is derived from a 7 year observation and editing process with drought-tolerant natives, shaded tropical plants and native large trees, all on a drip irrigation system. Lush landscape include queen palm tree, museum palo verde, acacia desert willow, pomegranate trees, native walnut trees, banana plants, large birds of paradise, tropical birds of paradise, umbrella trees, bamboo palm, philodendron, several types of native and tropical flowering grasses, foxtail palms, rose bushes, bougainvilleas, cannas, hibiscus bushes, succulents and agaves, hillside native bushes and ground cover!
On the interior, this home includes a remodeled kitchen with Fisher & Paykel appliances, a modern terrazzo bathroom, Elfa master closet, floored storage attic, and a large basement. Upgraded features include a newly installed HVAC system, European Oak solid wood floors, electrical wiring, lighting fixtures, full insulation, new roof and stucco. The house and property is driven by design details, lifestyle, and functionality.