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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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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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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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MOUNT WASHINGTON THE WOLFORD HOUSE, JAMES DE LONG, AIA AND TALIESIN FELLOW

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Mount Washington the Wolford House, James De Long, AIA and Taliesin Fellow

4260 SEA VIEW LANE, LOS ANGELES | $2,658,000 | 3 BD | 2 BA

There’s no shortage of great architecture on the Eastside. Historic Cultural Monument #614, The Wolford House in Mount Washington was completed in 1951 by Taliesin Fellow, James De Long, AIA. The home is a gorgeous example of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Usonian style architecture. Much of the original finishes remain intact. Thankfully the owners have preserved the legacy of the original design. It’s now for sale if you’re looking for a trophy property.

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SUNSET STRIP DREAMLIKE MID CENTURY HOME OWNED BY JASON STRATHAM

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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.

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LOS FELIZ CLIFF MAY CALIFORNIA RANCH HOUSE

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Los Feliz Cliff May California Ranch House

2337 N VERMONT AVE, LOS ANGELES | $3,785,000 | 5BD | 4 BA

It’s been a moment since we’ve seen a Cliff May house hit the market. Known as the father of the California Ranch House, he was said to have designed over 1,000 custom homes for Southern CA residents. Many of these historic homes have become the epitome of the California life style. Smack dab in one of our favorite neighborhoods, Los Feliz, sits this renovated architectural “v” style layout home. Just in time for Summer.

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