Aug 04 2010
Remodeling Project of The Korman Residence by Cory Buckner

The Korman Residence is located just outside of Crestwood Hills, Brentwood, California. The owner, Dr. Jeremy and Ann Korman, longed for contemporary and comfortable space for their family. And since Ann was drawn to the beam architecture of the modernist era, in 2005 they commissioned Cory Buckner Architect who specializes in mid-century modernist architecture remodels and restoration.
The remodeling project included a second story addition to house a master suite, a home office for Dr. Korman, a surgeon, and a painting studio for Ann. The new design incorporated a bridge to an entrance at the second floor. The entire house was impacted by the remodel with most of the house being demolished. The former master suite, kitchen, and dining roof structure remained intact but many interior walls were demolished or reconfigured. Because the house is set at the bottom of a canyon it was important to capture as much light as possible. So Buckner designed a butterfly roof structure for the second story addition in order to capture light from high clerestory windows that reach up to the ceiling. The finish material palette was kept appropriate for a house tucked into a wooded canyon.


































