De Mattei Construction

May 2014

Modern update to an existing Craftsman still home.

Los Gatos, CA

Jan 2014

A cliff side vacation property built atop a sea cave on the California coast. Unobstructed views of the ocean and generous use of natural materials are key to this home being in harmony with its stunning surroundings.

Santa Cruz, CA

Nov 2010

The home embodies traditional elegance and romantic Old World charm in a lush garden setting. Architectural details include arched Cathedral ceilings, curved windows, intricate woodwork and surprising features such as a hidden door in the library.

Saratoga, CA

Oct 2010

The goal of our Sunset Dream Remodel was to make the most of 1,400 square feet on a not-much-bigger lot. The 90-year-old Spanish-style bungalow not only needed a makeover but faced a very busy street. Since we couldn't move the three-bedroom house to another site, we reoriented it toward a side street. The open plan added much needed square footage.

San Jose, CA

Nov 2009

The goal of our Sunset Dream Remodel was to make the most out of 1,400 square feet on a not-much-bigger lot. This 90-year-old Spanish-style bungalow in Los Gatos, California, was in need of a makeover and a new location, as it faced a very busy boulevard. (Jump to the before shot.) Since we couldn't move the three-bedroom house to another site, we did the next best thing: reoriented it toward a side street. Then we gutted it, adding a modest 117 square feet, and remodeled it stylishly.

Los Gatos, CA

Mar 2009

This contemporary hillside home pays homage to light and space and makes generous use of organic materials such as stone, wood, glass and water.

Woodside, CA

Mar 2009

High atop the Saratoga mountains this modern residence focus on clean lines and the sloped roof becomes a focus in the evening with uplights under the trellis walkway. The wooden walkway extends out past the sloped roof line. The hardwood floors of the interior hallway extend to the exterior beyond a tempered glass wall and door. The living room wall is also glass, giving this hallway the impression of being outdoors. The hardwood floors from the interior continue on to the outdoors and meet up with the stone pavers. The tempered glass interior hallway can be seen on the left. The master bathroom includes a free-standing soaking tub that looks out onto the back yard. The windows are switchable liquid crystal privacy glass. the extended cantilever is accomplished by wrapping Mahogany Over Steel I-Beams.

Saratoga, CA

Jan 2009

This Los Altos Hills Modern home is a new home built high in the Coastal Range above the Santa Clara Valley. The site has a sweeping 270 degree view across the valley to the east. Designed for a sophisticated couple who enjoy entertaining at home, the house features an open plan with great flow. The brightly colored kitchen enlivens the public wing of the house, balanced by interconnected piano room, sitting room and great room. The fireplace, the same as seen in modern new hotels around the world, holds it's place with the grand view outside. Subtle ceiling articulation and associated ambient lighting provides for a sense of serene theater. Detailing and palette are simple, united by a bamboo floor.

Los Altos, CA

Jan 2007

Custom home designed to maximize natural light and views of the adjacent beach. Generous open floor plan is perfect for entertaining and every day family life. Designed by Thacher & Thompson Architects in Santa Cruz, CA.

Santa Cruz, CA