Following our previous visit to Washington-based mwworks architecture + design, we are moving our Meet Your Next Employer series to Los Angeles this week to explore the work of Alloi Architecture + Construction.

Founded in 2009, the architect-led design and build firm was established with the vision to “seamlessly blend architectural design and construction, with the aim of enhancing and harmonizing strengths of each discipline.” The firm specializes in residential and commercial projects inspired by Southern California’s mid-century modernists including Neutra, Schindler, Lautner, Revere Williams, and Koenig.

Over on Archinect Jobs, the firm is currently seeking an Architectural Studio Manager, Interior Designer, and Carpenter / Site Supervisor to join their Los Angeles office. For candidates interested in applying for the position or anybody interested in learning more about the firm’s output, we have rounded up four homes in the city by Alloi that exemplify the firm’s ethos.

Wagoya Home, Los Angeles, CA

Located in Westchester, Los Angeles, the Wagoya House was named after the Japanese post and beam construction method that defines its structure and aesthetic. The home remodel was designed for a client that cherished organic elements, while also seeking to elevate functionality and sustainability. Among the materials to feature heavily throughout the house are vertical grain Douglas fir, including on windows and doors.

“Taking inspiration from the iconic Eichler homes of the mid-century era, Wagoya House pays homage to their timeless architectural style,” the firm explains. “The large open living room features a striking steel and glass façade, merging the interior and exterior spaces. Natural light floods the living area, creating a sense of spaciousness and tranquility, while the panoramic views of the surrounding environment serve as a constant reminder of the home’s connection to nature.”

Dihedral House, Los Angeles, CA

The Dihedral House saw the upgrading and expansion of a 1940s home in Culver City. The overhaul included connecting interior spaces to the backyard, a revitalization of the front facade, and performance upgrades to improve indoor air quality, comfort, and energy efficiency.

“Our design solution employs an encapsulation of the home with an exterior rigid insulation to reduce heat transfer through the wood framing,” the firm explains. “At the roof, the main source of heat transfer, we doubled the effective insulation value to reduce reliance on mechanical cooling and lower our client’s energy bills. Bolstering the interior environment, we installed a recycled newspaper blown-in cellulose insulation throughout the interior and exterior walls. This feature creates a home that is both energy efficient but also peacefully quiet to keep exterior noise to a minimum.”

Hollywood Canyon Home, Los Angeles, CA

Located in the Nichols Canyon area of the Hollywood Hills, the Hollywood Canyon Home was remodeled along principles of privacy and sustainable materials. Throughout the interior, materials were chosen to complement increased natural light, such as a home office with clear waxed light maple wood floors and ceiling with white plastered walls, and a master bath with grey titles and white on white plumbing fixtures.

“New pivot sliding door systems in clear anodized aluminum, elicit a diffused soft glow throughout the home,” the firm adds. “The enclosed entry court welcomes with a depth of material and texture. The sidelights diffuse light as guests arrive and are drawn through the home by a mature eucalyptus tree off the back patio.”

Culver Zen Modern Home, Los Angeles, CA

The 2,650 square-foot Zen Modern Home is described as “futuristic and bold” by its designers, who sought to strike a balance between “the idealist and the pragmatic.” The exterior of the home features a monolithic cantilevered black box housing an asymmetrical perforation into the master bedroom, while a board-form concrete entryway and raked stucco accentuate the contrast between smooth and rough textures. Meanwhile, a passive ventilation system expels hot air through the stair tower’s skylight and directs prevailing wind currents deep into the home.

“A juxtaposition of simple geometries organizes the architectural composition,” the firm explains. “At first glance, this sharp-edged structure strikes the observer as defiant. But another more dominating and lasting impression surfaces when the three subtly simplistic volumes are experienced in harmony. It is precise and orderly as fluid or as sharp as the mood of the beholder.”

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