Modern Tiburon waterfront home in Marin County with two story glass walls and bay views, featuring indoor outdoor living across upper and lower decks with curated furnishings, warm ambient lighting, and a wood bridge entry over coastal rocks.

Tiburon Waterfront

Marin County, Ca

2025

Luxury Living with Scandinavian Simplicity

The client's vision was clear: to create an inviting waterside family retreat rooted in Scandinavian design, reknown for its minimalistic, functional, and timeless principles. These principles guided the application of Scandinavian design, aiming to achieve a sense of harmony that blurs the boundaries between spaces, maximizes natural light, utilizes natural materials, and integrates a connection with nature into every design decision.

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The design process began with a meticulous evaluation of the site—a flat waterfront lot offering breathtaking bay and mountain views, albeit constrained on two sides and bordered by a bustling street. The design philosophy emphasized horizontality, seamlessly merging indoor and outdoor spaces to create a sense of spaciousness.

Modern Tiburon waterfront home exterior in Marin County with a wood gate, warm wood cladding, decorative metal wall art, and a simple path through coastal grass leading to the entry.
Tiburon waterfront patio with outdoor seating and flat screen TV, framed by warm wood cladding, white panel walls, and sculptural wall art, with lush coastal planting that supports indoor outdoor living in Marin County.
Tiburon waterfront living room with beige textured lounge chair and round white coffee table, styled with flowers and a large geometric textile artwork, framed by warm wood walls and glass for modern Marin County interior design.

Materials and Aesthetics: The home was clad in resilient Thermory and featured Portuguese limestone seamlessly transitioning from inside to outside. Côte d’Azur limestone floors guided guests from the entrance to the waterfront patio.

Tiburon waterfront kitchen with large island and warm wood finishes, anchored by a sculptural wood stair volume and floor to ceiling glass that brings in greenery and supports modern Marin County indoor outdoor living.
Minimalist Tiburon waterfront hallway with pale wood floors, glass stair railing, and floor to ceiling windows, showing modern Marin County interior design with calm indoor outdoor flow as a woman walks barefoot.

Interior Musings: Drawing inspiration from a Scandinavian sailor's minimalist yet cozy approach, the design addressed wind challenges while maximizing views. Textures of the site and layered wood tones created a harmonious atmosphere. Scandinavian design principles guided furniture choices, while the courtyard transformed into a '70s-inspired sculpture garden. In the family room, black upholstered furniture added contrast, and art selections favored textiles to soften the dominance of glass and stone.

Tiburon waterfront kitchen with white island and three wood stools, framed by large bay view windows and a wood clad staircase core, reflecting modern luxury interior design and indoor outdoor living in Marin County.
Tiburon waterfront bedroom with floor to ceiling windows overlooking the bay, styled with a simple bed, lounge chair, side table, and indoor plant for calm modern luxury in Marin County interior design.
Tiburon waterfront living room with beige armchair, round wood side table with books and water, tall potted plant, and abstract art beside sliding glass doors for modern Marin County indoor outdoor living.
Tiburon waterfront bathroom with white double vanity and dual mirrors, styled with a potted plant and towel hook, featuring warm wood slat accents and a bright window for modern Marin County luxury interior design.
Tiburon waterfront bedroom and workspace with warm wood furniture, styled bed, lounge chair, and built in shelving with books and decor, creating calm modern luxury for a Marin County home.

Elegant Living: Upstairs, three cozy bedrooms welcomed residents with floor-to-ceiling water views. The children's bedrooms were cleverly connected by a hidden sliding door for flexible use.

Main bedroom: A custom headboard concealed a dresser, thoughtfully orienting the bed toward the view. Inspired by Hiroshi Yoshida's art, the palette captured the emotions of late afternoon by the waterfront—reflection, shimmer, and quiet contemplation—infusing warmth, sparkle, and movement into the design.

Tiburon waterfront bedroom with a large bay view window, warm wood bed with striped pillows, textured rug, and white armchair with an orange cushion, styled for modern Marin County luxury living.
Modern Tiburon waterfront home exterior in Marin County with wood slat gates and a clean concrete sidewalk, photographed on a cloudy day as a passerby walks by, emphasizing privacy and modern coastal design.
Modern Tiburon waterfront home with large glass doors and white exterior walls, featuring a patio seating area with a sculptural white chair that supports indoor outdoor living and modern Marin County coastal design.
Modern Tiburon waterfront outdoor shower with warm wood panel walls and an open view to the bay, creating a private wellness moment that supports indoor outdoor living in Marin County.
Modern Tiburon waterfront home in Marin County with wood, white, and glass exterior, overlooking the bay with a boat and distant hills, showcasing modern coastal architecture and indoor outdoor living.
Aerial night view of a modern Tiburon waterfront home in Marin County, glowing beside a dock and boat on the bay, with hillside neighborhood lights under cloudy skies and sweeping San Francisco Bay views.

THE TIBURON WATERFRONT
Location: Belvedere Island, CA
Square Footage: 3,672
Interior Design: BallonStudio
General Contractor: Fontana Construction
Architect: Butler Armsden Architects
Photography: Jason O'Rear

PROJECT TEAM
Sabra Ballon, Federico Engel, Dee Pearce, Vanessa Mello

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