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HANCOCK PARK WILLIAM PEREIRA ARCHITECTURAL HOME

William Pereira Architectural Home is a headline we rarely see. The last single family residence I can remember designed by the luminary was the Chatsworth residence of Dora Hutchinson built in 1951 (later owned by Frank Sinatra). Pereira was a pillar in the commercial world of mid century architecture.

HOLLYWOOD HILLS VILLA ALAMBRA HISTORIC SPANISH COLONIAL REVIVAL

We’re always thrilled to step foot into an historic Spanish Colonial Revival home. This lovely example is in none other than Outpost estate area of the Hollywood Hills. The architectural home was Designed by Ellet P. Parcher.

Set off the street up a small drive and behind gates and mature vegetation lies this grand abode. There plenty are swoon worth well preserved original details that drew our attention including Spanish tiles, hand carved wooden doors, stained glass windows and a cascading waterfall. The expansive octagonal dining room is quite impressive. We’re picturing a butler service for formal events back in the day. Yet, this 4,600+ square foot house has plenty of space to throw a party befitting the roaring 20’s. If you’re looking for a classic Hollywood estate, you’ve found a special one in this house.

SILVER LAKE THE GARDUNO-HEISER HOUSE, RAUL F. GARDUNO

Lucile Ave is one of our favorite streets for Mid Century architecture in Silver Lake. For a short street, it pacts a wallop. Two of our favorite side by side houses were designed by Raul Garduno in the 1960’s. Up a set of floating stairs is the Garduno-Heiser House. Propped up in the sky by striking red beams, this home appears to float above its surroundings. We’ve often referred to these homes as “the bird houses”.

BEVERLY HILLS RICHARD NEUTRA’S WILLIAM H. LEVIT

Beverly Hills Richard Neutra’s William H. Levit 1705 SUMMITRIDGE DRIVE, BEVERLY HILLS | $10,900,000 | 4 BD | 4 BA British hairstylist icon Vidal Sassoon was known for the geometric hairstyle called the five-point cut. With clients like Goldie Hawn and Mia Farrow sporting this 1960’s classic look, it would have probably cost a small […]

every room tells a story of grandeur and sophistication blended with bold color and personality

HANCOCK PARK THE BAKER HOUSE BY ELMER GREY

Known as Country Club Park, a nod to the golf course previously sited there around the turn of the 20th century, this area was one of the first neighborhoods to feature prominent homes for the wealthy. After the golf course moved to Holmby Hills, those with means were building some of L.A.s most distinguished architectural homes in this neighborhood.

Windsor Square Hancock Park Historical Society

Windsor Square Hancock Park Historical Society.

LOS ANGELES THE GALKA SCHEYER HOUSE BY RICHARD NEUTRA

Today we’re showcasing The Galka Scheyer House by Richard Neutra with a 1936 second-story addition by Gregory Ain (who’d actually worked under Neutra on the original structure a few years before). Scheyer was a German American painter and art dealer. She was probably most notable for representing the Bauhausian artists she coined “ the blue four”: Jawlensky, Feininger, Kandinsky and Klee,

SILVERLAKE RICHARD NEUTRA OHARA HOUSE

One of several Neutra designed homes to hit the market recently, The Ohara Residence in Silver Lake offers picture perfect architectural serenity. Informally known as the Neutra Colony, several Neutra homes are congregated on the Eastern Side of the Silver Lake Reservoir. We can only imagine coexisting with the lucky few residents sharing stories of each home’s history and the stewardship responsibilities they’ve taken on.

HOLLYWOOD HILLS MEDITERRANEAN REVIVAL CLASSIC

At the base of the Hollywood hills just East of Fairfax lies the Sunset Square neighborhood. It is clear that the owners of this idyllic Spanish home chose to preserve and restore this home with dignity. One of our favorite features is the original elegant wedding cake detailing in the living and dining rooms. The owners have seamlessly Mediterranean revival classic blended both vintage and new with their choice of modern furniture and light fixtures. A stroll around the backyard’s lush landscaping conjures an appreciation for the simplicity of nature. And, we appreciate the victory gardens and fruit trees.