Thursday, May 20, 2010

Hollywood Hills home for sale designed by architects Marmol Radziner


Love those overhangs!

2020 Wattles Dr

Los Angeles, CA 90046
3 BR, 2.5 BA
$2,350,000

This newly constructed home designed by architects Marmol Radziner in the Hollywood Hills won an AFLA award for architectural design. In addition, it is registered with the U.S. Green building council and Gold LEED certified. It was constructed using non-toxic materials including denim insutlation, radiant heat and solar panels. Oh yeah and it looks gorgeous as well.

Monday, May 10, 2010

Craig Ellwood 1952 Mid Century Masterpiece Case Study House #16 for sale


Can you imagine owning a case study home? I Love those floating walls!

This stunning mid-century modern masterpiece was built in 1952 by hugely influential Los Angeles-based architect Craig Ellwood. It features the same eight-foot module and paneled “floating walls” utilized in Ellwood’s Case Study House #16, also built in 1952. It has been fully restored with Ellwood’s original design preserved.

Calvin Straub F.A.I.A Mid Century Gem for Sale

I wish I could have attended this open house. I love this home! Can you imagine all the relaxing moments here?

For Sale
The Mitchell Residence, 1959
Calvin Straub F.A.I.A.
$998,000

2 Seahurst Road,
Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274
OPEN SUNDAY 5/9 2-5PM

Listing Information

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Square Ft: 1,630
Lot: 1.03 Acre
Year Built: 1959

First time on the market, a little known jewel from the internationally acclaimed architectural firm of Buff, Straub, and Hensman. Situated on more than an acre, the house embraces a tranquil and incredibly private setting with expansive walls of glass. Outdoors and in are blended seamlessly together, placing the living spaces and adjacent decks amongst towering pines and bringing nature into every room. The details are exceptional: the post and beam vocabulary, the monumental fireplace and cantilevered mantle, the translucent glass panels, and the clever and abundant built-in cabinetry. An idyllic canyon retreat with panoramic city and mountain views, an ocean breeze, and a sense of solitude that belies its close proximity to the vibrant beach communities nearby. The original owners have lovingly cared for this home and updated it with a reverence to the architect's original design.

Additional Features

• Two Car Carport with Secured Storage
• Air Conditioning
* Full Copper Plumbing
• Original Architectural Details Throughout

Thursday, March 25, 2010

Tuesday, March 23, 2010

Very Cool Mid Century Modern Three Seat Sofa For Sale $910


Iconic Mid Century Modern Knoll Eames style Sofa with a timeless tailored look and low proportions.

* Clean, linear design with incredibly durable, high-quality construction
* Architectural design that adapts flawlessly to any environment
* Interior Solid Wood Frame and Very solid construction
* Exterior Heavy Gauge Steel Metal Frame and Legs with polished finish
* Cushions with foam in great condition
* Few small unnoticeable vinyl flaws
* Freshly sandblasted rails underneath with clear-coat, restored to original finish
* Modular Seat backs and bottoms may be interchanged
* Entire seat section may be removed and replaced with a table

Gorgeous turquoise blue - Very 'In' color!

Made in Long Beach, California - 1964

Dimensions: 82"w x 24"d x 29.5"h / Seat height: 15"h

Located in Sherman Oaks

Mid Century Modern Three Seat Sofa $910

Wednesday, March 3, 2010

Mid Century Modern Gems at Hope University May Be Safe – For Now


This building is so inspirational to me and my family. We hope it continues to remain here as one of Fullertons Mid Century Modern Gems.

http://www.fullertonsfuture.org/2010/mid-century-modern-gems-at-hope-university-may-be-safe-for-now/

Wednesday, December 30, 2009

Julius Shulman's Home For Sale


The Hollywood Hills home, listed for $2,495,000, is the only unaltered steel-frame house in Los Angeles from architect Raphael S. Soriano. The 3-bedroom, 3-bath house was declared City Historic-Cultural Landmark Number 325 in August 1987. Although Soriano typically did not include screens for the large glass windows that are a staple in mid-century modern architecture, thinking ideally the homeowner would simply leave the windows open to let fresh air in, Shulman insisted screens be included. The result is a stunning home that in some sections is like a glass box perched on the hillside, surrounded by trees, koi ponds, gardens the photographer referred to as his jungle, and animals, like the birds that would join Shulman and his wife during outdoor breakfasts. Shulman died this summer at the age of 98; he'd lived in this home for almost 60 years.

Chances are this is as close as any of us are likely to get to this beautiful landmark home, so enjoy the virtual tour.