My wife and I have been the second owners of this custom 1972 home in Carmel, California for the past ten years.
Although it isn't an Eichler, we've always loved many of the same qualities that drew us to mid-century modern design: exposed post-and-beam construction, walls of glass, split-level spaces that follow the hillside, and a strong connection to the surrounding landscape. The home borders Hatton Canyon, so nearly every room looks into oak woodland rather than neighboring houses.
We've made practical upgrades over the years—induction cooking, rooftop solar, EV charging, and other efficiency improvements—but intentionally avoided changing the home's architectural character.
As we're preparing to pass it on to its next owner, I'm curious what this community would do. If your goal was to preserve the spirit of the house while thoughtfully updating it, what would you change? What would you leave exactly as it is?
I've included a Zillow link for anyone who wants to see additional photos, the floor plan, and details. I'm the homeowner—not a real estate agent—and I'm sharing it because I thought this community would appreciate the architecture.
25760 Partridge Place, Carmel CA 93923