The Seneca house is a renovation of a 1920's cottage in Palo Alto, California. Local zoning rules prevented all but a modest addition. Instead, this small house was given a completely fresh and spacious interior and an updated exterior that bridges the old and the new. Smart planning ensured that every space was used to its maximum potential -- giving the family all their desired amenities. The open plan allows the kitchen to expand into the back yard to create a true California life style.