Richard Clemenson
Architect

Kerner Ho Residence

Los Angeles, CA — Rick Clemenson, Architect

The Kerner Ho Residence reflects Richard Clemenson’s refined approach to modern residential design — a careful balance of openness, light, and human comfort. Set within a dense urban neighborhood, the home is organized around a series of interconnected interior volumes that feel both expansive and intimate. Large panes of glass open the living spaces to the garden, drawing daylight deep into the home while creating a seamless flow between indoors and out.

Inside, the palette is warm and understated: soft neutral furnishings, custom wood cabinetry, and clean contemporary detailing anchor the home in a sense of calm. The kitchen extends along a single linear wall, emphasizing clarity and efficiency while maintaining visual openness. Overhead, lofted spaces and double-height windows introduce vertical drama, letting the home feel larger than its footprint suggests.

By evening, the residence transforms — exterior lighting reveals the sculptural geometry of its white stucco forms, and interior illumination brings a warm glow to the façade. The result is a modern home that feels light, livable, and deeply connected to the rhythms of its site — characteristic of Clemenson’s commitment to thoughtful, practical, and elegantly executed design.