fold house, the latest creation from the women architect-duo artifact collaborative, is a new construction home dramatically situated in the berkeley hills. every west-facing window and door frames an unparalleled 180-degree panorama of san francisco and the golden gate bridge, offering a daily spectacle you won′t find anywhere else . the home′s name is derived from its central design motif: the dynamic articulation of planes that create interlocking volumes. this concept is expressed internally by two-story floating staircases that create vertical sculptures, while the unique creased roofline peels upward to capture light through a triangulated clerestory window, bathing the interiors with natural light. this is truly a home designed to both inspire and endure.
beyond its dramatic aesthetics, the fold house offers an uncompromising modern lifestyle defined by sustainability and resilience. this all-electric home is engineered for the future, featuring a solar pv system with battery, high-efficiency heat pumps for year-round comfort, and an ev charger. built from the ground up to the latest standards, it features seismic-resistant foundations (pier and grade beam/mat slab) and fire-hardened construction with durable standing seam metal and plaster and a fire sprinkler system giving you unparalleled peace of mind.
the indoor and outdoor spaces are perfectly integrated for both grand entertaining and quiet relaxation. imagine hosting on the spacious roof decks, enjoying the sunset over the bay, or relaxing beside the built-in indoor garden that brings nature right into the main living area. a four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bathroom home (two of which are full bedroom suites), with separate living and family rooms ad an office. nestled on a quiet street above codornices park and a short distance from north berkeley’s gourmet gulch, the fold house is more than an address—it’s an opportunity to own an architecturally significant, high-performance retreat with one of the most magnificent views in the bay area. come experience the magic ad envision your future in this masterpiece.
