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fire-resistive materials flow inside with the use of stone, concrete,
steel, glass, and fire-rated gypsum board, while ceiling sprinklers are
poised overhead.
Low, lush landscaping is used around the residences to preserve
views and prevent a fire “ladder” effect, whereby large and easily com-
bustible foliage leads up to structures. The most simple and effective
first step in fire prevention is brush clearance around the property. Mon-
tecito Fire Department suggests removing all native flammable brush
up to 100 feet around the house and the removal of all dead wood up
to 200 feet in severe fire hazard areas.
With an arsenal of fire-resistive features, these Montecito Modern resi-
dences may just be too hot to burn.
s t ructures
Natural light is expressed through the use of floor-to-ceiling windows, corner glass,
strategically placed skylights, and glass floors