English architect John Pawson is well known for his highly minimalist style, which, while challenging, gives his spaces a rare monastic serenity — it's no surprise that he's designed a church or two as well. For the Los Angeles house of Ellen and Andrew Hauptman, he's added the warmth of wood to his cerebral style. Read about the project (and see more photos) here. Via Architectural Digest.
(photography by Todd Eberle)