Nestled alongside a canal and just a block from the Pacific Ocean, the A+M House is a striking example of innovative architectural design. The exterior geometry evolves from a rectangular form at the roof to a fluid, guitar-like curving plan at the ground. This transformation is most evident at the corners, where sharp 90-degree angles at the roof soften to sweeping 10-foot radii at the base.

The intricate compound-curving walls were achieved through CNC milling of every exterior stud, fabricated directly from a Rhino 3D model. This precision was crucial to the project’s success, as it allowed the complex geometry to be seamlessly translated into reality. The entire exterior was finished with polyurea—a rubberized industrial coating that serves as both a waterproofing layer and the final exterior surface—marking a pioneering application of this material over wood construction.

Organized around a central atrium, the four-story home includes a theatre, symposium space, multiple bedrooms and bathrooms, and a roof deck offering ocean views. A central stair and bridges span each level, connecting the various spaces. The parking area, covered by curving soffits, integrates with the architectural flow, while doubling as the ceiling for the theatre seating above.

As part of the team, I assisted the architect-owner throughout construction documentation and administration, creating detailed floor plans, custom furniture shop drawings, and coordinating the CNC-milled façade. I ensured precise assembly of all milled elements, requiring meticulous scheduling and close collaboration between fabricators and framers to maintain the continuous curvature of the exterior walls

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