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HOLLYWOOD HILLS WEST JOHN H. COPPERSMITH RESIDENCE BY RUDOLPH M. SCHINDLER

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Hollywood Hills West John H. Coppersmith Residence by Rudolph M. Schindler

8715 SKYLINE DRIVE, HOLLYWOOD | $1,999,995 | 2 BD | 2 BA

Discover a hidden gem by Rudolph M. Schindler, one of the most influential modernist architects of the 20th century. Perched above the Sunset Strip in the Hollywood Hills, the 1952 John H. Coppersmith Residence seamlessly blends mid-century modern design with contemporary luxury. While we understand $2M is a lot for a house in most places, getting into an architectural property by Schindler in the Hollywood Hills feels like a good purchase. Expansive decks reveal sweeping canyon views, while glass doors fill the interiors with natural light. Original Brazilian hardwood floors, a copper-paneled facade, and artisan fixtures highlight Schindler’s signature attention to detail.?

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If you would like to know more about this amazing home, contact Brian Courville at 310-622-0312. Or, for additional Mid-Century Modern | Architectural homes, Spanish homes, Historic Los Angeles homes or Classic Los Angeles homes for sale reach us by email at: Brian Courville. If you are considering selling, contact us for a free no-obligation home valuation.

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SANTA MONICA THE STRICK HOUSE OSCAR NIEMEYER

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Santa Monica the Strick House by Oscar Niemeyer

1911 LA MESA DR | SANTA MONICA | $19,995,000 | 5 BD | 6 BA

There’s significant, and then there’s the Strick House. Completed in 1964 by Oscar Niemeyer, his only residential commission in North America, this Modernist estate in Santa Monica’s La Mesa Drive architectural enclave is the very definition of pedigree. Positioned above the Riviera Country Club with 14′ ceilings and walls of glass, this home sits on over half an acre of lush, tropical landscaping. Crown jewel status, confirmed

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CAUTIONARY TALES | THE TRAGEDY OF SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE

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Cautionary Tales – The Tragedy of Sydney Opera House

Did you know that the architect for the Sydney Opera house was pulled from a pile rejects? An international design competition enlisted Finnish American super star architect, Eero Saarinen, to help judge the contest. It was he who found the winning drawing, basically a simple doodle, by Danish architect, Jorn Utzon.

Cautionary Tales podcast on the subject is a fascinating look at the creation of one of the famous and iconic architectural buildings in the world.

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If you would like to know more, contact Brian Courville at 310-622-0312. Or, for additional Mid-Century Modern | Architectural homes, Spanish homes, Historic Los Angeles homes or Classic Los Angeles homes for sale reach us by email at: Brian Courville. If you are considering selling, contact us for a free no-obligation home valuation.