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HOLLYWOOD HILLS ICONIC POST AND BEAM BY LAUREN CARIS COHAN AND MRJ STUDIOS

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Hollywood Hills Iconic Post and Beam by Lauren Caris Cohan and MRJ Studios

8945 WONDERLAND PARK AVE, HOLLYWOOD HILLS | $3,800,000 | 3 BD | 3 BA

An iconic 1955 post-and-beam residence by Lauren Caris Cohan and MRJ Studios, inspired by Joseph Eichler, is now available on the most coveted stretch of Wonderland Park Avenue. Set on a private, flat quarter-acre lot, this 3-bed, 3-bath glass house compound exemplifies California modernism, with walls of glass, bespoke millwork, Italian mohair built-ins, Agape sinks, Murano lighting, and vintage Luigi Caccia Dominioni hardware. The separate guest house offers a flexible space for a studio, office, or retreat. Travertine flagstone, an emerald pool, and mature trees evoke the tranquility of Big Sur. Curated vintage furnishings are available for a seamless, turnkey experience. A rare architectural gem.

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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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BEL AIR CASE STUDY HOUSE DESIGN #16 BY CRAIG ELLWOOD

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Bel Air Case Study House Design #16 By Craig Ellwood

1811 BEL AIR ROAD, BEL AIR | $5,395,000 | 2 BD | 2 BA

An exceptionally rare opportunity to acquire a seminal work of California modernism. This residence—design #16 in the Arts & Architecture Case Study House Program is the only remaining Craig Ellwood-designed Case Study House preserved in its original condition.?

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HOLLYWOOD HILLS THE JACK LUCAS RESIDENCE AKA ‘PYRAMID BUNGALOW’ BY ERIC BLACK

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Hollywood Hills The Jack Lucas Residence AKA ‘Pyramid Bungalow’ by Eric Black

7400 PYRAMID PLACE, HOLLYWOOD HILLS | $3,297,000 | 2 Bd | 2 BA

It’s not every day we encounter an early example of California Modernism so exquisitely preserved and thoughtfully reimagined. The Jack Lucas Residence (1947), designed by architect Eric Black, is a timeless architectural statement. With floor-to-ceiling glass, corner ribbon windows, rich mahogany walls, and original cork flooring, its enduring appeal is undeniable. Meticulously restored and enhanced by modernist specialist Tony Unruh, AIA, the home now features a sculptural spa deck reminiscent of a ship’s bow, offering equally striking views. Custom Ipe loungers and flourishing fruit gardens envelop the property in natural elegance. Adjacent to a vineyard and just steps from Runyon Canyon, the residence also boasts an impressive editorial pedigree, having graced the pages of Vogue and served as a backdrop for Louis Vuitton and Prada. A home with mid-century soul and contemporary vitality.?

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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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SAN MARINO THOMPSON MOSELEY HOUSE BY BUFF, STRAUB & HENSMAN

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San Marino Thompson Moseley House by Buff, Straub & Hensman

1030 CANON DRIVE, SAN MARINO | $5,895,000 | 4 BD | 4 BA

Midcentury authority: Buff, Straub & Hensman, 1959. The Thompson Moseley House in San Marino checks every box—classic post-and-beam structure, clerestory windows, floating rooflines, and walls of glass framing the half-acre lot. Inside, Space Int’l’s careful modernization brings in updated systems, while honoring original details like custom millwork, period lighting, and built-in seating. Architecture like this doesn’t come around often—and rarely this intact.?

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PASADENA BUFF AND HENSMAN – THE CONRAD AND LIBBY BUFF RESIDENCE, FAIA

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Pasadena Buff and Hensman – The Conrad and Libby Buff Residence, FAIA

480 GLEN HOLLY DRIVE, PASADENA | $1,980,000 | 2 BD | 3 BA

When we think of 80’s architecture in Los Angeles, hardly ever do we do so with affection. The Conrad and Libby Buff Residence in Pasadena circa 1988 by, of course, Buff and Hensman is a grand exception. Years after these mid century icons participated in the Case Study Program, they were adapting to the lots and building codes, and, met the challenges head on to create ever more substantial forms.

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HANCOCK PARK ELEGANT SPANISH-STYLE ARCHITECTURAL HOME IN BROOKSIDE

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Hancock Park Elegant Spanish-Style Architectural Home in Brookside

829 S KENISTON AVENUE, LOS ANGELES | $3,995,000 | 4 BD | 5 BA

Welcome to 829 S Keniston Avenue, a captivating Spanish-style home nestled in the highly desirable Brookside neighborhood, near Hancock Park. Set on a peaceful, tree-lined street, this beautifully reimagined residence showcases timeless architectural elegance paired with tasteful modern updates.

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ATWATER VILLAGE 1926 SPANISH STYLE GEM

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Atwater Village 1926 Spanish Style Gem

3512 MADERA AVENUE, ATWATER VILLAGE | $1,995,000 | 3 BD | 3 BA

A vibrant blend of vintage soul and modern magic. This 1926 Spanish-style gem in Atwater Village stuns with its timeless architecture and beautifully reimagined design. Think original barreled ceilings, a show-stopping Raku-tiled fireplace, and sun-drenched rooms framed by restored wood windows.

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ENCINO THE STRAWBERRY HOUSE BY BENTON AND PARK, AIA C.1964

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Encino The Strawberry House by Benton and Park, AIA c.1964

17061 STRAWBERRY DRIVE, ENCINO | 4 BD | 4 BA | 3,368 SF

I’d call this a flashback Friday, but this is actually for sale again. We here at Modern Living LA sold this Benton and Park Palm Springs style mid-century modern in Encino a few years back. It takes less than 10 seconds upon entry to understand exactly how cool this architectural house is; looking past the double door entryway to the terrazzo floor past the floor to ceiling walls of glass over the swimming pool into the panoramic view of the San Fernando Valley. You almost don’t even need to see the rest of the house.

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