Set high in the Santa Lucia Preserve near Carmel, California, Stone Villa by Feldman Architecture unites contemporary architecture and the heat of traditional Tuscan vacation homes. Placed within a secured landscape in between Carmel and Big Sur, the home sits throughout a 28-acre residential or commercial property surrounded by rolling hills, trees, and open meadowland.< img width="1920 "height ="1371"
src= “https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/modern-stone-house-240526-124-01.jpg”alt=”Four different stone pavilions step across the California hillside, creating a modern villa design influenced by Tuscan towns and al fresco living.”/ > Inspired by years of travel through the Italian countryside, the house owners desired a place where family and friends could collect while still feeling immersed in the landscape. Feldman Architecture translated those influences into a series of contemporary stone structures that extend across the ridge, developing a 
home that feels extensive, unwinded, and carefully tied to the landscapes around it. Four Pavilions Across the Hillside Rather of creating one large structure, the home was divided into four separate stone structures that step
naturally with the contours of the land. The layout consists of a living pavilion, a private owner’s suite with workplace, a guest suite and swimming pool cabana, and a removed garage.< img width=" 1920" height= "1440" src=" https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/modern-stone-house-240526-124-03.jpg "alt ="Four separate
stone structures step across the California hillside,
developing a modern vacation home design inspired by Tuscan towns and outdoor living. “/ > This plan assists the home feel more like a little village tucked into the hillside. Paths, gardens, and breezeways link each structure together, developing moments where the outdoors enters into the experience of moving through the home. The style also reduced the overall footprint, assisting the structures sit more lightly throughout the narrow ridge. A tower and roof deck rise above the primary pavilion, using elevated views across the protect and into the surrounding tree canopy. From above, your home appears almost woven into the landscape. St. Helena Home Stone and Reclaimed Teak The outside palette focuses on natural products that age magnificently over time. Thick granite walls provide the structures a sense of permanence while likewise echoing the rugged surface of the maintain. In your area sourced St. Helena Home stone covers the pavilions, adding texture and warmth versus the dry California landscape. Reclaimed teak introduces another layer of softness, balancing the heavier stone surface areas 
with rich wood tones. Large openings sculpted into the walls frame valley views while deep overhangs offer shade throughout the day. Together, the materials produce a home that feels both considerable and welcoming without relying
on excessive decoration. A Peaceful Space In Between the Pavilions The swimming pool location sits between the detached structures, becoming a natural event point within the residential or commercial property. Surrounded by 
stone walls, pathways, and planting, the area feels sheltered while still staying available to expansive views beyond the ridge. An outside shower continues the unwinded environment of the swimming pool zone, enhancing the indoor-outdoor lifestyle woven throughout the home. Products remain consistent with
the remainder of the home, enabling the pool location to feel like an extension of the architecture instead of a separate feature. From early morning light to late afternoon shadows, the altering landscape becomes part of the experience around the water.< img width=" 1920 "height="2560"src= "https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/modern-pool-240526-120-04.jpg"alt ="This ridge-top pool area integrates stone walls, open views, and an outside shower for a relaxed California outdoor living experience."/ >< img width="1920"height=" 2560"src ="https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/modern-pool-outdoor-shower-240526-120-01.jpg"alt ="This ridge-top pool area integrates stone walls, open views, 
and an outdoor shower for a relaxed California outdoor living experience.”/ > Gardens That Guide Motion Through the Home Landscape design plays a major role in how the home is experienced. Pathways weave between the detached pavilions, encouraging motion through gardens, courtyards, and planted outside areas.
Drought-tolerant landscaping was selected to fit the environment while also restoring habitat throughout the site. Native planting softens the edges of the stone structures and helps reconnect the previously overgrown hillside meadow with the surrounding preserve. Designed for Long Evenings Outdoors Outdoor living is spread throughout the residential or commercial property, with event locations positioned in between the pavilions and along the
ridge. A firepit location develops a natural location to pause in the evening, while outside dining spaces open directly from the main living areas. The separation in between structures allows each outdoor zone to feel distinct. Some spaces are open to sweeping views, while others feel more enclosed by stone walls and planting. Breezeways between the buildings also help pull air through the property, making the outdoor areas comfy 
throughout the warmer months. A Warm Arrival Through Stone and Shadow Approaching the entrance feels purposefully understated. Stone walls guide visitors towards recessed openings shaded by deep overhangs, developing contrast in between bright sunlight and cooler sheltered areas. The entry sequence unfolds gradually through pathways and courtyards before reaching the front door itself.
Rather of counting on a remarkable exterior, the home exposes itself piece by piece through texture, shadow, and framed peeks of the landscape beyond. Natural products continue through the doorway, assisting the transition from exterior to interior feel seamless.
Open Interiors Framed by Valley Views Inside the main structure, the living and dining areas open towards scenic views throughout the protect. Big openings pull natural light deep into the interior while keeping a strong visual connection to the surrounding hills and trees. Stone, wood, and warm neutral surfaces 
develop a relaxed environment that
echoes the outside palette. The openness of the strategy permits the living and dining zones to stream together naturally, while high ceilings and large expanses of glass help the spaces feel expansive without becoming overwhelming. A Functional Area With Warm Materials The kitchen area integrates wood finishes,
stone surface areas, and clean-lined cabinets. Large openings keep the area aesthetically connected to the outdoor areas, enabling natural light to form the environment throughout the day. Its position within the primary structure makes it main to events, whether connected to the dining space inside your home or extending towards outdoor amusing areas nearby. A Work area Checking Out the Landscape Located within the owner’s structure, the office makes the most of the home’s elevated position and surrounding surroundings. Large openings frame views through the trees while bringing natural light into the work area. The quieter area away from the primary living pavilion allows the workplace to feel more private while still staying visually linked to the rest of the property through paths and gardens. A Calm Space Above the Preserve The bed room suite continues the warm, downplayed scheme seen throughout the residential or commercial property. Stone walls, wood finishes, and soft natural light develop an area that feels comfortable and relaxed without relying on excess decoration, while a moving door opens the room to the pool location.
Natural Materials and Filtered Light In the bathroom, easy detailing and a built-in bathtub permits the products themselves to stand apart, developing a quiet atmosphere that feels
consistent with the architecture as a whole. Views toward planting and sky assistance preserve a visual connection to the outdoors even within more personal spaces. A Personal Structure for Visitors The separated guest suite sits alongside the pool cabana, giving visitors their own separate area within the property. This layout enables guests to enjoy personal privacy while still staying carefully linked to the outdoor event spaces nearby. A Layout Created Around Motion and Views The layout moves away from the concept of one constant structure. Instead, the property is experienced through movement in between separate pavilions linked by paths, gardens, and al fresco courtyards. Stone Villa shows how conventional inspiration can progress into something noticeably contemporary without losing warmth or character. Through stone structures, natural products, and open-air connections, Feldman Architecture produced a home that feels closely connected to the landscape of California’s Santa Lucia Preserve.