We do more with less.
Our story
The Minimal House is our version of modern-day living. From simple designs to personalized spaces, we work with you to create a space that is all your own. Our spaces are designed to create a sense of calm from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. While minimal in nature, our homes contain all the essential and luxuries of life, we just do it in a more refined and considered manner.
We offer predesigned homes for those ready to get started now and custom designed homes for those looking for a more bespoke design solution.
Mao Tooke
ARCHITECT | LEED AP BD+C
As an Architect and a graduate of the University of Southern California’s (USC) School of Architecture, Mao has acquired a great deal of knowledge and a variety of skills from multiple design fields. Upon graduation from USC, Mao chose a different path and started her career in Landscape Architecture with Pamela Burton & Company. While working with Pamela, Mao continued to explore her love of nature and the intersection of Landscape & Architecture. Feeling the calling to come back to Architecture, Mao joined Landry Design Group where she was able to combine her knowledge of Landscape Architecture with the Design & Construction of High End Luxury Homes. To further expand her skillset, Mao joined the Global Design Firm Gensler where she was able to utilize her skills in Retail Mixed-Use. When the opportunity presented itself Mao joined her husband, Jeremy Tooke, in the creation of their own firm, Tooke Architects, known today as The Minimal House.
Mao is a licensed Architect in California & a LEED Accredited Professional.
Jeremy Tooke
ARCHITECT | REALTOR® | LEED AP | LEED AP BD+C
Born and raised in Central New York, Jeremy completed his Architecture education at Cornell University. With 25 years experience in the profession, his experience is vast and varied with an emphasis on Luxury Residential, Multi-Family and Retail Mixed-Use. Throughout his career, Jeremy has worked at such firms as The Design Alliance Architects, Landry Design Group and Gensler. While at each of these firms he completed numerous Award Winning projects, alongside his wife, Mao Tooke. In addition to his career as an Architect, Jeremy is a REALTOR® and an Associate Professor at Santa Monica College.
Jeremy is a licensed Architect in California, a REALTOR® & a LEED Accredited Professional.
“Minimal House One is a minimal home with the finest craftsmanship and attention to detail. The home was designed to compliment the emotion of the site. With unparalleled views from Downtown Los Angeles to the Ocean, the house serves as a lens to view the ever changing landscape, sky, and twinkle of the city lights.”
—Dwell Editor’s Pick