Pasadena the Dahlstrom House by John Lautner
780 LAGUNA ROAD, PASADENA | $2,595,000 | 2 BD | 2 BA
The elegance of John Lautner can never be overstated. The Dahlstrom House in Pasadena is an exquisite example of his genius. The cantilevered steel ceiling floats easily over an architectural fireplace and walls of glass out to a vista of lush landscape. And the curves! It’s as if a magician waved his wand and summoned a union of glass, steel, wood and concrete into a perfect form of beauty. Yes, we love it!
A rare architectural treasure by John Lautner, the 1949 Dahlstrom House is an exceptional example of his early work. Beautifully preserved on coveted Laguna Road among some of the area’s most distinguished residences.
Lautner described the ideal environment as one that inspires “joy and repose,” and this remarkable home delivers exactly that. A warm, wood-clad entry leads through a sculptural curved hallway into a spectacular living room, where a floating cantilevered steel ceiling, walls of glass, and a round concrete fireplace create a dramatic yet serene gathering space.
Lautner’s signature geometry also continues throughout this home. A cylindrical built-in bookshelf, rounded concrete bench, curved wood walls, and a semicircular primary bedroom with a sliding wall that opens directly to the living room and garden beyond.
The open floor plan flows effortlessly from living room to kitchen and teak-paneled office. All while nearly every room connects to private outdoor space. Japanese-inspired landscaping creates a tranquil sense of seclusion. Crowned by a magnificent stone pine that presides over the entrance.
In addition, exceptional storage, seamless indoor-outdoor connections, and an extraordinary level of preservation. The Dahlstrom House is a rare opportunity to own a piece of architectural history. An intimate, light-filled expression of Lautner’s visionary approach to modern living.
Listing courtesy of Robert Moore, Compass
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