Ray Kappe LivingHome 1
Ray Kappe
LivingHome 1
Layout
5 Bed | 3.5 Bath
Size
3100 sq. ft.
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Architect:
Ray Kappe
This is the design that started it all. The Ray Kappe LivingHome 1 is based on our very first model home—the first home in the world to achieve LEED Platinum certification—setting a gold standard for all future LivingHomes.
Steel framing and minimalist facades on all elevations of the Ray Kappe LivingHome 1 lend an unmistakably mid-century aesthetic, while floor-to-ceiling glass infuses the home with warmth and light. The first floor’s central living area features a peaceful interior garden set amidst an open, easy layout, offering organic air purification and characteristic modernist style.
High clerestory windows along the side walls provide natural daylight while preserving privacy, while the upper floors offer full-height glass to make the most of sunlight and scenery. Three private second-floor decks provide outdoor access above, as well as shade for the first-floor areas below. Where zoning allows, an optional stair tower leads to a rooftop deck for unobstructed, 360-degree views.
The Ray Kappe LivingHome 1 also incorporates a first-floor guest suite with its own full bath, ideal for a parent, in-law, caretaker, or even—depending on zoning—a rental unit. Like every LivingHome, the Ray Kappe LivingHome 1 is designed to meet net-zero standards and ships complete with best-in-class smart home technology and energy monitoring.
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
3.5
Floor Area
3100 sq. ft.
Cost Ranges
Hard costs: $600-700+ per sq. ft.
Includes factory fabrication, transport, install, and site work
Soft costs: Variable
Includes design, engineering, other consultants, and permitting
See pricing page to learn more.
Technical
Details
Features
Garage
Interior garden
Master suite
Guest suite with full bath
Roof deck
Open-concept living and kitchen area
Alexa-enabled smart home technology
Designed to meet both LEED Platinum and net zero standards
Customization Options
Flooring
Ceiling
Cabinetry
Countertops
Bath Tile
Plumbing Fixtures
Door Hardware
Appliances
Smart Home
Exterior Siding
Designer
Ray Kappe
The late Ray Kappe, FAIA, was Plant Prefab's first design partner, responsible for the company’s famous Santa Monica home (the first home in the world to achieve LEED Platinum certification), a number of remarkable custom projects, and several LivingHomes. His residential architecture is world-renown, characterized as 'the apotheosis of the California House.' Kappe’s designs evince a mastery of warm, modern spaces, clearly expressed construction systems, and environmental sensitivity.
Other LivingHomes by Ray Kappe
Finished
Projects
Anatomy of a LivingHome
Occupant health and well-being is at the heart of our environmental health and sustainability program, Z6. Every LivingHome features:
Low-VOC paints, stains, and sealants
Low-VOC millwork
Mold-resistant, noncombustible drywall
Vents that automatically expel mold-causing humidity
Ample natural daylight
Open floor plans for excellent cross-ventilation
Minimal ductwork to reduce dust and allergens
Spaces that bring the outdoors in
Sustainable Operations
Our Tejon Ranch factory operates with a small footprint, utilizing 100% solar power and resource-efficient smart lighting and HVAC, with low-flow plumbing fixtures and a water reclamation system for irrigation. In production, our advanced digital modeling drives our precision manufacturing equipment, maximizing material utilization for minimal waste. And we utilize building materials with recycled content whenever possible.
High-Performance Buildings
Utilizing state-of-the-art manufacturing equipment to produce building components in a controlled factory setting yields much tighter tolerances than manual, site-built construction. Together with precision-fill insulation, taped seams, and other high-quality building materials and practices, Plant Prefab's factory manufacturing gives LivingHomes a tight building envelope that exceeds California's strict Title 24 energy performance requirements. This means better occupant comfort and better energy efficiency for the life of the home.
Better Materials
Ultra-efficient heating and cooling systems
Energy Star appliances
Smart energy monitoring
LED lighting
High-performance insulation
Drywall with the highest recycled content available (also mold-resistant and non combustible)
Low-flow water fixtures
Solar-ready or net-zero design
Our strict materials standards, advanced engineering and building processes, and rigorous factory quality control delivers extremely well-built, durable homes.
Our Plant Virtual Build process, in which we build a 100% complete digital twin prior to construction start, ensures design, structural, and manufacturing excellence from the first day of framing to the final finishes.
Panelized components are constructed by state-of-the-art manufacturing equipment, then shipped to site or assembled into volumetric modules and finished by highly-trained and experienced tradespeople.
Materials are extensively researched and carefully vetted for durability and sustainability.
In addition to our in-house quality assurance, all components are inspected by a third-party, state-certified Quality Assurance Agency under the California Department of Housing and Community Development's Factory-Built Housing program.
Our standard homes are designed for the way you live, and they’re customizable to your tastes. LivingHomes incorporate functional details and a wide array of carefully-selected finishes, fixtures, appliances, and smart home technology for you to choose from.
Every LivingHome offers the ability to incorporate the latest smart home technology, including best-in-class connectivity, virtual assistance, home security, climate control, and energy monitoring. You can personalize your smart home experience with your choice of upgrades, like Alexa voice-controlled entertainment streaming and appliances.
We’ll even teach you how to utilize all the benefits of your new smart home through a visit from an Amazon expert, who will activate all devices and help you set up personalized routines.