Black Villa is a combination of state-of-the-art technology and simple, clean design that respects the existing conditions of the site and neighbourhood. The single-family house is a great example of how one can use materials and colours in order to tie a building into its natural surroundings.

The facade is clad in fire-resistant Swisspearl fibre cement panels in a dark charcoal hue. All doors and windows have aluminium frames with dual glazing of high R-value to help reduce energy loss. Deep overhangs and screens over the glazing areas help to protect the structure from the severe Californian sun and help to reduce the use of air conditioning.