Casa V is located in San Jose and set into a hillside that opens up towards a back- yard with a tropical bamboo surround. Set in some 4000 square feet, the rectilin- ear home is comprised of two different levels and gives the owners ample space in which to relax and unwind.

The home appears as a single story from the driveway but is entered from the lower level. The exterior walls are made of poured-in-place concrete, alternatively finished with rich gray or left with a natural finish with steel framing used on certain sections of the building. Large windows frame views of the backyard and tall bamboo surrounding, while deep overhangs deliver shade from the hot sun. Warm-toned teak wood wraps the underside of the lower level ceiling and provides a warming visual contrast to the light gray porcelain flooring and dark exterior walls.

Within Casa V, the striking interiors are arranged to keep the focus on the tranquil views towards the rear of the property. Soothing materials such as porcelain, wood and furniture with neutral tones have been chosen to help tie the home to its plot of land. The refined material palette and curated furnishings draw attention to the surroundings