Cubist Victorian?

LOCATION: Western Addition
BORN: 1890's
The title may seem like an oxymoron, however, this house does in fact exist - and more than that - I happen to find it adorable! The most interesting aspect of the house is the contrast between the exterior and interior. Its Victorian facade is only a costume over its cubist innards. The restoration and remodel (which cost approx $750,000) resulted in a traditionally looking Victorian (exterior-wise) with a stained wood and glass core.

Although this property is not currently on the market, I think the quality of the renovation and the uniqueness of the design would be foolish pass up. One of the main features of the house is its (double-story) open air atrium that reminds me of those Japanese-esq meditation rooms (complete with bamboo). Besides "just" remodeling the Douglas's (owners/renovators) also added on to the 1,600 sqft property (now 3,600 sqft). Owners say that one of the main reasons why they remodeled was to escape from the small dark rooms often found in Victorians. I have to say that the interior is not what I would traditionally refer to as "my style," but this house is so unique-yet-livable I simply cannot resist my positive feelings

Focal Point:

Mahogany Kitchen (looks out on garden):

Skylit Bathroom:

Open-sky-atrium:

(I wish there were more pics: since it's not on the market, I guess they didn't feel the need to photograph every nook and cranny - I would love to see the bedroom design though)

SF Gate Article