ECHO PARK HILLS HISTORIC LANDMARK BY JOHN LAUTNER, FAIA, ARCHITECT  

Echo Park Hills Historic Landmark by John Lautner, Faia, Architect 

Echo Park Hills Historic Landmark by John Lautner, FAIA, Architect 

1430 AVON TERRACE, LOS ANGELES | $2,395,000 | 2 BD | 1 BA

The Lost Lautner. We remember a decade ago when this architectural gem was uncovered and in need of a thoughtful renovation.

Echo Park Hills Historic Landmark by John Lautner, Faia, Architect 

Set on over a third of an acre in the Echo Park Hills, this early mid-century modern home is a rare example of John Lautner’s emerging architectural voice, created soon after his six-year apprenticeship with Frank Lloyd Wright.

Echo Park Hills Historic Landmark by John Lautner, Faia, Architect 

The design reflects Lautner’s evolving philosophy: organic connection to the landscape, experimental structural expression, and a cinematic approach to space, light, and geometry.

Echo Park Hills Historic Landmark by John Lautner, Faia, Architect 

Wright’s Usonian influence is clear, horizontal lines, compact footprint, redwood and concrete palette, and deliberate compression and release, yet Lautner’s adventurous thinking shines. Seven pairs of triangular Douglas Fir timbers form a central spine supporting an inverted triangular truss roof, lifting the ceiling and freeing expansive glass walls that open to the canyon.

Echo Park Hills Historic Landmark by John Lautner, Faia, Architect 

Commissioned by polymath Jules Salkin, the home was long obscured by later additions. In 2014, the current owner, with architect Barbara Bestor, restored it to its original form, reconstructing clerestory windows, reviving woodwork, correcting fireplace details, and preserving the iconic Cherokee red concrete floors.

Echo Park Hills Historic Landmark by John Lautner, Faia, Architect 

Contemporary updates include black phenolic resin countertops, handmade ceramic tile, built-in appliances, and refined details.

Designated a Historic Landmark, the property also offers Mills Act benefits for notable property-tax savings.
Echo Park Hills Historic Landmark by John Lautner, Faia, Architect.

Echo Park Hills Historic Landmark by John Lautner, Faia, Architect 
Echo Park Hills Historic Landmark by John Lautner, Faia, Architect 
Echo Park Hills Historic Landmark by John Lautner, Faia, Architect 
Echo Park Hills Historic Landmark by John Lautner, Faia, Architect 
Echo Park Hills Historic Landmark by John Lautner, Faia, Architect 
Echo Park Hills Historic Landmark by John Lautner, Faia, Architect 
Echo Park Hills Historic Landmark by John Lautner, Faia, Architect 
Echo Park Hills Historic Landmark by John Lautner, Faia, Architect 
Echo Park Hills Historic Landmark by John Lautner, Faia, Architect 

Listing Courtesy of Brian Linder, Compass

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