Nestled along the Tiburon shoreline, Mar East represents a structurally complex, high-performance residential design. This custom bay front home demonstrates how skillful site planning can transform an incredibly restrictive, sensitive coastal site into a masterfully integrated luxury residence for an active lifestyle. It serves as a case study for owners seeking to design a modern bay front home in Tiburon and Belvedere.
The owners envisioned a sanctuary defined by a modern organic design and minimalist style. Echoing the architectural philosophy of John Lautner, the home blurs the line between human habitation and the natural world. The clean lines and raw materiality honor Lautner’s legacy of dramatic, site-specific structures. The architecture is embedded in the steep hillside, plunging between the street and the beach while maximizing panoramic views of the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, Angel Island and the East Bay.
Impossible Access & SF Bay Logistics
Constructing a world-class home on Mar East requires solving a massive logistical puzzle. The property is accessed via a narrow, one-way street with an impossible on-site staging area. To overcome these severe site constraints, our project management team coordinated an airtight construction logistics and utility strategy. By utilizing specialized staging frameworks and maintaining strict civil coordination, we ensured a seamless workflow on a site where conventional staging could not exist.
BCDC and Tiburon Design Review
Building on the Tiburon and Belvedere waterfront requires Planning approval from some of the most restrictive regulatory bodies in the nation. We cleared every hurdle through a sophisticated permit strategy:
BCDC Approval: We leveraged our decades of experience with BCDC to seamlessly clear strict shoreline band protections as well as FEMA sea level rise mandates.
Tiburon Design Review: We navigated Tiburon Design Review and Building Permit approvals with grace and efficiency.
Mitigating Legal & Neighbor Friction: In a contentious neighborhood where views and privacy are fiercely guarded, we successfully managed challenging neighbor dynamics. By proactively addressing concerns, we insulated our clients from liabilities and gracefully achieved approval.
The Tiburon home on Mar East proves that "impossible" sites can yield breathtaking results. If you are planning a luxury bay front property, our firm provides the skills required to bring your vision to life.
