The client for this house is an academic who spends considerable periods of time working at this bluff-top retreat. The entry is located between the living room wing and bedroom wing, which engage with the broad view of the ocean and its rocky shoreline. The living room wing shelters the deck from prevailing north-westerly winds. The living spaces are open to each other with a vaulted ceiling, allowing the upstairs study to overlook the living room and connect with the ocean view. Located below, the guest room and adjacent bathroom can be used in conjunction with the hot tub.