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Basement Addition & Decks in Mill Valley
		The angled lines and metal roof of this hillside home were the design cues for a series of stainless steel rails and hardwood decks. To add living space within a strictly controlled design review envelope, the hillside was excavated from underneath the house so that a 10 foot high 'walk-out' basement could be inserted below.


Large commercial aluminum windows & doors bring the view and light deep into the new basement. The deck is notched away for a view to the sky from the downstairs gym
		excavation & shoring

A new walnut stair descends to the colored concrete of the lower level. A medallion of river stones is arranged at the intersection of the circulation paths. After a reverential pause, you are drawn to the mahogany wine cellar through a rubbed stainless steel door.
	Wine Cellar:
	The lower level is characterized by rich materials, glowing finishes and carefully considered lighting

	Bath
	Blue concrete with abalone, polished blue plaster, glass mosaic splash wall and and a limestone shower.....with a pebble floor...a soulful palette that defies easy categorization and whose beauty will endure....


Interiors: Cyndi Devereaux Design, Mill Valley, CA Construction: Hennessey Construction, Fairfax, CA structural engineering by Ingraham DeJesse Assoc., Oakland, CA

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