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BRENTWOOD BENTON AND PARK THE BORUN HOUSE

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Brentwood Benton and Park the Borun House

344 S CLIFFWOOD AVENUE, BRENTWOOD | $9,950,000 | 5 BD | 5 BA

You know we’re fans of Benton and Park. The Borun House and Garden is a 1960’s architectural home in the Brentwood Park neighborhood of Los Angeles and boasts a 26,000 square foot street to street lot. The original garden was by the renowned landscape architect Garret Eckbo. The mid century home is beautifully sited on the lot. Looking out thru the gardens, a lush rolling lawn leads an aquamarine colored swimming pool. With a separate guest house opposite the pool, your in-laws may never leave.

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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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HOLLYWOOD HILLS RUDOLPH SCHINDLER KALLIS–SHARLIN RESIDENCE

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Hollywood Hills Rudolph Schindler Kallis–Sharlin Residence

3580 MULTIVIEW DRIVE, LOS ANGELES | $6,995,000 | 4 BD | 3 BA

It pleases us know no end when an owner really takes on the steward ship of an architectural house and gives it the restoration treatment it deserves. The last time Rudolph Schindler’s Kallis-Sharlin Residence was on the market, it was in dire need of rehabilitation. The current owners spent 5 painstaking years doing just that.?

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If you would like to know more about this amazing home, contact Brian Courville at 310.622.0312.
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CRESTWOOD HILLS BRYON LAMAR JOHNSON HOUSE CRAIG ELLWOOD

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Crestwood Hills Bryon Lamar Johnson House Craig Ellwood

1515 N TIGERTAIL, LOS ANGELES | $6,295,000 | 3 BD | 2.5 BA

What does it take to make it to the top? We’ll the buyer for 1515 N Tigertail ought to know. At the very top of the street lies a true mid-century modern landmark by Case Study architect Craig Ellwood. The Bryon Lamar Johnson House, circa 1953. This home is a published steel-and-glass residence and the third of Ellwood’s recorded hillside homes.

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

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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. 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.

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HOLLYWOOD HILLS MID-CENTURY TURNED ELEGANT MODERN

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Hollywood Hills Mid-Century Turned Elegant Modern

7535 LOLINA LANE, LOS ANGELES | $2,500,000 | 3 BD | 2 BA

From the moment upon entry of this gated mid-century turned elegant modern property. The tranquil sounds of running water trickle through the lush Japanese gardens surrounding the premises. Nestled on a cul-de-sac, behind a sprawling California oak tree, in the heart of the Hollywood Hills, this regal retreat offers a serene, art-friendly blend of architectural elegance with stunning natural beauty. Hollywood Hills Mid-Century Turned Elegant Modern.

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

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HOLLYWOOD HILLS WEST, NICHOLS CANYON MID-CENTURY MODERN POOL HOME

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Hollywood Hills West, Nichols Canyon Mid-Century Modern Pool Home

7530 SUNNYWOOD LANE, HOLLYWOOD | $2,495,000 | 3 BD | 2 BA

Rumor has it that Richard Dorman designed this Nichols Canyon mid-century modern pool home. Located in the Nichols Colony area of the Hollywood Hills, this home built in 1959 by Modern Trend Construction Co. is a classic example of a post-and-beam defined by clean lines, expansive glass, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow.?

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HOLLYWOOD HILLS SUNBOW HOUSE BY VAL POWELSON

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Hollywood Hills Sunbow House by Val Powelson

2427 SOLAR DRIVE, HOLLYWOOD HILLS | $2,499,000 | 3 BD | 2 BA

At Modern Living LA, we love when an architect’s vision and design stand the test of time. Val Powelson’s Sunbow House in Nichols Canyon is one of those rare examples, an iconic mid-century residence defined by its dramatic folding-plate roofline and sweeping, light-filled spaces. Val Powelson may not be as widely known as Lautner or Neutra, but his work embodies the same spirit of innovation that defined L.A.’s mid-century movement. The Sunbow House is a rare chance to experience one of his finest contributions to the architectural landscape of Nichols Canyon.?

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SOUTH PASADENA THE SIODMAK HOUSE BY JAMES ALLEN WALTER

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South Pasadena the Siodmak House by James Allen Walter

2050 LA FREMONTIA STREET, SOUTH PASADENA | $3,200,000 | 4 BD | 2 BA

South Pasadena has its share of architectural treasures, and The Siodmak House also known as La Fremontia by James Allen Walter (1967) is one of the finest. Nestled at the top of a private cul-de-sac, this mid-century modern home is a quiet gem, celebrated as one of Walter’s standout works.?

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