Hillsborough Estate

Christopher Roy & Co. updated this 1920’s Georgian-style garden estate in Hillsborough for a young professional couple and their three children. Working closely with Skurman Architects, who sensitively renovated and expanded the two-story residence from 9,100 to 11,700 square feet, the team created interiors that are both cultivated and deeply livable.

Throughout the home, Willem Racké Studio contributed an array of decorative finishes, including Venetian plaster, glazed millwork, strié, marbleization, and metal leaf. Against this richly layered backdrop, a carefully edited collection of custom furnishings, antiques, and collectibles brings character and distinction to each room. The result balances the formality of entertaining in the living and dining rooms with the ease of family life, creating a gracious home that feels sophisticated, welcoming, and enduring.

1. Library with floor-to-ceiling bookshelves, rolling ladder, and pale green armchair by the fireplace, Hillsborough Estate
1. Hallway with framed botanical prints and antique side chair, Hillsborough Estate
Kitchen detail with marble backsplash, brass faucet, and glass-front dark cabinetry
Curved staircase with pendant lantern and round window, Hillsborough Estate
Powder room detail with scalloped gilt mirror, pleated sconce, and patterned wallpaper
Blue-paneled window seat with cushions and patterned valance, Hillsborough Estate
Formal dining room with long mahogany table, chandelier, and French doors, Hillsborough Estate
Entry hall with round antique table and yellow orchids in afternoon light
Family room with beamed ceiling, tufted leather ottoman, and plaid armchairs, Hillsborough Estate
Kitchen with blue-gray cabinetry, marble island, counter stools, and lantern pendants
Kitchen with professional range, custom hood, and hardwood floors, Hillsborough Estate
Music room with grand piano and paneled walls in natural light, Hillsborough Estate
Library with game table, floral curtains, and built-in bookshelves, Hillsborough Estate
Living room with green velvet sofa, abstract painting, and antique cabinet
Library with writing desk, floral curtains, and built-in bookshelves, Hillsborough Estate
Stair hall landing with floral armchair beside curved staircase, Hillsborough Estate
Powder room with curved wood vanity, marble top, and brass fixtures
Primary bedroom with fireplace, coffered ceiling, arched window, and antique settee, Hillsborough Estate
Bedroom with canopy drapery, fireplace, and coffered ceiling, Hillsborough Estate
Guest bedroom with canopy bed and floral valance under a coffered ceiling, Hillsborough Estate
California Homes magazine cover featuring the Hillsborough Estate by Christopher Roy & Co.
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