BEL AIR THE DR. RICHARD HENRY HOUSE BY CLIFF MAY
667 LEDO WAY, BEL AIR | $9,000,000 | 4 BD | 7.5 BA
Dreams do come true. Or, at least for one lucky buyer. The Dr Richard Henry House, 1966, by Cliff May is something quite special. Perched on a private 1.3-acre promontory in Lower Bel Air, this gated single-story estate is one of Cliff May’s most discreet and rarely seen masterpieces.?
Preserved in its original condition, it presents a rare opportunity to restore or reimagine an unaltered example of his iconic California ranch style. Walls of glass frame uninterrupted panoramic views from Downtown Los Angeles to the Pacific Ocean, with the Getty Museum perfectly in sight.
CRESTWOOD HILLS RICHARD NEUTRA MID CENTURY MODERN HOME
1531 NORTH TIGERTAIL ROAD, LOS ANGELES, CA | $7,975,000 | 2 BD | 2 BA
A swoon worthy Richard Neutra house can now be yours if you’ve got a healthy bank account. Artists tend to gravitate to modern architecture, and the Sale house is no exception. This is minimalism at its best. Stunning views of Brentwood and beyond from the entire property. This home has gone thru a meticulous restoration with the original swimming pool and complete with a diving board incorporated into the renovation. This architectural home is modernist perfection!
The Sale Residence – 1960, is sited in the “utopian” enclave of expressive architecture known as, Crestwood Hills. Architects, Neutra, A. Quincy Jones, Whitney R. Smith and Craig Ellwood all contributed work to this cooperative development which brought about “good design and economical construction to moderate-income housing…” With interest in the project coming from musicians, artists and faculty members at UCLA, the growing group incorporated as the Mutual Housing Association in 1946.
SUNSET STRIP DREAMLIKE MID CENTURY HOME OWNED BY JASON STRATHAM
1549 RISING GLEN RD, LOS ANGELES | $6,995,000 | 4 BD | 3.5 BA
The Hyun Residence, a museum-quality Mid-Century Modern home designed in 1956 by noted architect David Hyun, was updated by Standard Architecture and received the 2020 AIA Los Angeles Residential Design Award.
The original structure was preserved while the interior was reshaped with warm natural finishes. A layered butterfly roof defines the design, with its underside clad in Cedarwood that complements the white and grey palette.
HOLLYWOOD HILLS HISTORIC ARCHITECTURAL HOME – THE ARENSBERG ESTATE BY WILLIAM LEE WOOLLETT
7065 HILLSIDE AVE, HOLLYWOOD HILLS | $7,495,000 | 4 BD | 6 BA
The Arensberg Estate, William Lee Woollett with later contributions by Richard Neutra, Gregory Ain, Henry Palmer Sabin and John Lautner (The only project on record where all these architectural giants have collaborated).
Avant-garde art patrons Walter and Louise Arensberg purchased the estate in 1927, transforming it into a modern art museum. Los Angeles Magazine acknowledges that this home represented the first modern art museum in L.A., decades before LACMA and MOCA.
HOLLYWOOD HILLS MID-CENTURY MODERN ZEN SANCTUARY BY JEREMY RENNER
2630 HARLESDEN CT, HOLLYWOOD HILLS | $12,995,000 | 6 BD | 9 BA
When we first saw this property back in 2012 it had been in the same family since it was built back in 1967. The home was designed by architect Richard Stoddard, a graduate of the USC school of architecture, for a Los Angeles Commissioner, philanthropist and developer, Mike Hollander. When it came on the market, there were groovy original features including a central vacuuming system. Just plug in the portable vacuum hose into the wall receptacle in each room. Who’s got time to roll a vacuum from room to room?
The home was a custom Japanese inspired mid century modern home with a koi pond and lily pads. This luxury home was built for a family with means. At the time of the previous listing, Jeremy Renner snatched it up for a cool million over the asking price. In addition to his acting credits, Jeremy was known at the time as a house rehabber. This property, however, was too good to let go and he kept it for himself.
HANCOCK PARK WILLIAM PEREIRA ARCHITECTURAL HOME
135 N ROSSMORE AVE, HANCOCK PARK | $5,495,000 | 4 BD | 5 BA
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.
So, to see the home he designed for himself at 135 N Rossmore in Hancock Park to hit the market, we were thrilled. We understand this house is going to need lots of love to either bring it back or move it forward to a restoration it deserves. But it sure has some lines doesn’t it?
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 fortune to have him cut our own locks. Well, one of two RICHARD NEUTRA homes he owned with his wife has now hit the market. And, guess what, it’s a small fortune (as the finer things often are).
The home is being sold by his last wife, designer Rhonda Sassoon. Known as the William H Levit house, it’s a classic Neutra post and beam. We can understand why the Sassoons were drawn to the simple geometry of Neutra. Clean lines and angles abound in this 1960’s architecture from its six-sided polygon shaped pool to the double side cut out fireplace.
HANCOCK PARK STORYBOOK REVIVAL HOME, CHATEAU LEMOINE
846 S LONGWOOD AVE, LOS ANGELES | $5,498,000 | 5 BD | 6 BA
If we think of Hollywood as the land of make believe, then call the coachman to bring around the carriage, we’re headed to a Storybook Revival home, Chateau LeMoine. French architect Earl LaMoine purchased this piece of land at the behest of his wife, as she loved the idyllic setting. The original home was styled to compliment the homes they knew in the South of France.
It was completed in 1926. Set in the Brookside neighborhood along the Arroyo De Los Jardines (Brook of the Gardens), the home is now gated and surrounded by tall, lush landscaping for plenty of privacy.
LOS FELIZ EDWARD FICKETT THE JACOBSON RESIDENCE
4520 DUNDEE DR., LOS FELIZ | $6,849,000 | 3 BD | 5 BA
Our experience with Edward Fickett mid century architecture usually has us pining away a casual day by the pool in Palm Springs. The Jacobson Residence in Los Feliz has plenty of the signature mid-century open floor plan vibes and walls of glass. But this custom residence was designed with warm woods, red brick and split levels.
It’s nicely situated on the hillside to take advantage of the westerly views and gorgeous California sunsets. And indoor atrium set with a red brick backdrop is one of our favorite features. And, As an added bonus. It’s only a few doors down from Neutra’s Lovell Health House.
