WDA's House of Light and Shadow Defines Contemporary Urban Living
William Duff Architects (WDA)
Nestled in the center of San Francisco, the House of Light and Shadow by WDA is a remarkable transformation of a charming Victoria-era building into a captivating modern abode. The structure's original façade was painted in Benjamin Moore OC-68 Distant Gray and Dunn Edwards DEA 187 Black for a crisp look.
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Matthew Millman with Lucy Bamman (stylist)
WDA's House of Light and Shadow Defines Contemporary Urban Living
William Duff Architects (WDA)
The entry hall features engineered, white oak unfinished 5" wide boards in a chevron pattern. The light fixture, SHY 17 by Bec Brittain, was designed and made in New York City from thin LED tubes and brass.
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WDA's House of Light and Shadow Defines Contemporary Urban Living
William Duff Architects (WDA)
The residence is a harmonious interplay of traditional and modern aesthetics, light and shadow,
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Matthew Millman with Lucy Bamman (stylist)
WDA's House of Light and Shadow Defines Contemporary Urban Living
William Duff Architects (WDA)
Natural light from the skylight creates an artful pattern on the wall.
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Matthew Millman with Lucy Bamman (stylist)
WDA's House of Light and Shadow Defines Contemporary Urban Living
William Duff Architects (WDA)
In the kitchen and dining area, black walnut cabinetry by Seattle-based Henrybuilt sits dramatically below the white peaked roof. The Empira Black honed quartz used for the island and the Statuario Nuovo honed quartz which wraps the cooktop are from Caesarstone.
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Matthew Millman with Lucy Bamman (stylist)
WDA's House of Light and Shadow Defines Contemporary Urban Living
William Duff Architects (WDA)
The kitchen appliances include a cooktop, hood liner and oven from Wolf. On the island, the stainless steel sink is from Rohl and the pull-down faucet is from Graff.
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Matthew Millman with Lucy Bamman (stylist)
WDA's House of Light and Shadow Defines Contemporary Urban Living
William Duff Architects (WDA)
Natural light from the horizontal skylights washes over the dining area.
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Matthew Millman with Lucy Bamman (stylist)
WDA's House of Light and Shadow Defines Contemporary Urban Living
William Duff Architects (WDA)
The library bar echoes the aesthetic of the adjacent kitchen.
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WDA's House of Light and Shadow Defines Contemporary Urban Living
William Duff Architects (WDA)
The sophisticated color palette and vaulted ceiling create a modern vibe on the upper floor.
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Matthew Millman with Lucy Bamman (stylist)
WDA's House of Light and Shadow Defines Contemporary Urban Living
William Duff Architects (WDA)
The library bar (left) has a quartz counter top from Caesarstone and black walnut cabinetry by Henrybuilt.
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Matthew Millman with Lucy Bamman (stylist)
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WDA's House of Light and Shadow Defines Contemporary Urban Living
William Duff Architects (WDA)
The bay windows and fireplace are among the remaining features from the building's Victorian-era origin.
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Matthew Millman with Lucy Bamman (stylist)
WDA's House of Light and Shadow Defines Contemporary Urban Living
William Duff Architects (WDA)
In the powder room, the faucet in satin bass finish from Watermark hovers over the black quartz countertop.
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Matthew Millman with Lucy Bamman (stylist)
WDA's House of Light and Shadow Defines Contemporary Urban Living
William Duff Architects (WDA)
The project team for House of Light and Shadow includes: William Duff Architects (WDA); Niche Interiors; Vonnegut Thoreau Construction; Holmes (structural engineer); Lea & Braze Engineering, Inc. (civil engineer); Strata Landscape Architecture; Monterey Energy Group; Murray Engineers (geotech engineer); David Scott Lighting LLC; AVDG (audio-visual consultant); and Blanco Architecture (waterproofing consultant).
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Matthew Millman with Lucy Bamman (stylist)
WDA's House of Light and Shadow Defines Contemporary Urban Living
William Duff Architects (WDA)
The House of Light and Shadow comprises 3,758-square feet across three stories.
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WDA's House of Light and Shadow Defines Contemporary Urban Living
William Duff Architects (WDA)
Modern meets timeless when alcoves framed with blackened steel punctuate the wood paneling and wainscoting.
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Matthew Millman with Lucy Bamman (stylist)
WDA's House of Light and Shadow Defines Contemporary Urban Living
William Duff Architects (WDA)
The chevron pattern flooring creates a dynamic visual experience.
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WDA's House of Light and Shadow Defines Contemporary Urban Living
William Duff Architects (WDA)
From the primary bedroom, the view includes a variety of architectural styles, from traditional to contemporary and modern. The chaise longue was sourced by Niche Interiors.
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WDA's House of Light and Shadow Defines Contemporary Urban Living
William Duff Architects (WDA)
The master bedroom features a Mezza Luna Pendant in white with gold finish by In-Es Art Design from Lumens, and cove lighting.
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Matthew Millman with Lucy Bamman (stylist)
WDA's House of Light and Shadow Defines Contemporary Urban Living
William Duff Architects (WDA)
In the primary bathroom, the double bowl sink, which is integrated into the counter, and the soaking tub, both in matte white, are from MTI.
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Matthew Millman with Lucy Bamman (stylist)
WDA's House of Light and Shadow Defines Contemporary Urban Living
William Duff Architects (WDA)
The primary bathroom features custom cut porcelain slab floor and walls from Laminam.
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Matthew Millman with Lucy Bamman (stylist)
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