The kitchen has this gravitational pull because Mary’s cooking is always the focal point of our social events. Welcome to 1318 Stockton St, a stylish retreat in the heart of St. Helena. Architect Shay Zak and Designer Mary Moore collaborated to create a simply irresistible compound. Keeping with the signature design nature of Zak Architectures, simplicity is key, as well as the use of authentic materials. Solid wide plank oak floors, honed Carrara marble, Fleetwood black steel windows/ doors, stainless steel appliances and subway tiles are just a few of the materials that add bravura, but incorporate a toughened functional atmosphere. The main floor, rectangular in shape, boast a great room which includes the kitchen, dining area and two living spaces. The second story incorporates a comfortable common area and two bedrooms en suites; all flowing out to an oversized deck overlooking a serene courtyard. Zak and Moore incorporated several intimate spaces that add to the unity of the courtyard and the relationship the pool plays as the central focal point of the outdoor living space. As you continue past the fire pit, spa and olives trees you will find a two-bedroom en suite guest house, divided by a breezeway. The guest house suites are an extension of the main house, tying in the use of real materials such as solid oak floors, black steel windows/ doors and honed Carrara marble. Each suite showcases the attention Moore has placed on the connection between outdoor and indoor living spaces. “I feel like I am always on the verge of being inside and outside at the same time here” says Moore. To Zak and Moore, this St. Helena compound is simply irresistible!