The Wonderland Park Residence began as a modest 1956 ranch, set quietly into its hillside site. Today, redesigned by Assembledge+, it unfolds across 3,250 square feet, expanded with a new second story and a careful full renovation. The update respects the clarity of the original structure while introducing a more sustainable way of living, rooted in material honesty and openness to light.

From the street, the home reads as warm and grounded. Sustainably sourced Western Red Cedar wraps the exterior, bringing texture and depth to the façade. The wood will weather gently over time, reinforcing the house’s connection to its setting. Above, the roof is designed to support solar panels, pairing clean lines with long-term environmental responsibility.

At the center of the interior, a dramatic thirty-foot skylight draws daylight deep into the plan. Light becomes an architectural element, shaping the atmosphere of the main living areas below. The kitchen, dining, and lounge flow together and extend outward to a generous deck through wide glass sliders. Boundaries soften, and daily life moves easily between inside and out.

Upstairs, the primary suite feels calm and elevated among the trees. Large openings frame views of foliage and sky, allowing nature to remain present without compromising privacy. The palette is restrained, letting material and proportion do the work. It is a contemporary interpretation of the ranch ideal, simple, open, and attuned to its landscape.

Sustainability runs quietly throughout the house. A greywater system, native planting, and carefully selected eco-conscious materials reduce the home’s impact while enhancing comfort. Rather than treating sustainability as an add-on, the design integrates it from the ground up. The result is a mid-century modern home that honors its past while living responsibly in the present.