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875 Laguna Road In Pasadena
875 Laguna Road
Pasadena, CA 91105
3 BR, 2 BA
$1,049,000
This mid-century modern, post and beam home (1955) is one of four residences designed and built by J.W. Putnam on highly-desirable Laguna Road in the San Rafael section of Pasadena. The 1,673 square foot, steel-based home spans a flowing creek bed stemming from nearby Johnston Lake.
The step-down living room features vaulted, beamed ceilings and a wood burning fireplace. There are brand-new sliding glass doors and direct outdoor access from all the living spaces throughout–allowing full access to the beautiful, park-like grounds.
12327 Rochedale Lane In Brentwood
12327 Rochedale Lane
Los Angeles, CA 90049
3 BR, 2 BA
$1,595,000
The Kalmick House, built in 1950 by A. Quincy Jones, is one of the best remaining examples of the Mutual Housing Association’s postwar tract.
Located in the sought-after architectural development of Crestwood Hills in Brentwood, the Mutual Housing Association was built in the early 1950s by architects A. Quincy Jones, Whitney R. Smith, and structural engineer Edgardo Contin as modern, inexpensive housing for families.
The award-winning architectural was designated as Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument No. 634 and is covered by the Mills Tax Act.
7975 Woodrow Wilson Drive In Hollywood Hills
7975 Woodrow Wilson Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90046
4 BR, 4 BA
$2,195,000
The Linder Residence was built in 1938 by Edward B. Rust, A.I.A. Rust is best known for the Nationally Registered Los Altos Apartments on Wilshire Boulevard and the historic Windsor Apartment Hotel in Koreatown. The deco-style residence has long been associated with the glamor of Hollywood’s “Golden Era”.
Shortly after the residence was completed, it was sold to actor Anderson Lawler (shown above in the home). According to the listing, Lawler’s friend Marlene Dietrich helped furnish the home, and later Lawler apparently rented it to Orson Welles who lived there with Rita Hayworth. Subsequent owners included opera singer Rise Stevens, actor Lex Barker and director Ralph Levy. Since 1955,s the property has been owned by writer/director Paul Harrison and his family.
The 3,151 square foot home features deco details, including the entry staircase and tiles, the round kitchen window, original fixtures and fireplaces, built-in vanities, hardwood floors and more.
Nomland & Nomland’s Case Study House #10 In Pasadena
711 South San Rafael
Pasadena, CA 91105
4 BR, 4 BA
$1,599,000
It’s always exciting when a house of this architectural significance hits the market. Case Study House #10, designed in 1947 by father and son team Kemper Nomland and Kemper Nomland, Jr., is the only CSH in Pasadena. The 2,686 square foot post & beam is divided into 3 levels, paralleling the slope of its .37-acre lot in the San Rafael Hills.
The residence features walls of glass that open to a back garden, grassy yard, pool and guesthouse.
3893 Avenida Del Sol In Studio City
3893 Avenida Del Sol
Studio City, CA 91604
1 BR, 1 BA
$649,900
This brand-new listing in Studio City was built by architect Ralph Bowerman, A.I.A, in 1950.
It was Rock Hudson’s home from 1951 to 1955 and was featured in Architectural Digest’s Hollywood at Home. (The above photo is Bill Anderson’s portrait of Rock Hudson, 1954.)
Nestled in the hills above Coldwater Canyon, this peaceful and private mid-century modern residence has been thoughtfully restored and updated. It features stunning wraparound walls of glass, treetop views from every room and a dipping pool.
3608 Crownridge Drive In Sherman Oaks
3608 Crownridge Drive
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
5 BR, 5.5 BA
$2,995,000
I’m thrilled to present my new listing on Take Sunset! Built in 1960 by Bernard Zimmerman, FAIA, the Altschuler/Greenberg House is sited on a picturesque hilltop in a highly desirable Sherman Oaks location with sweeping hilltop and mountain views.
Zimmerman’s classic mid-century “white box” design features spectacular floor to ceiling walls of glass and a floating terrazzo bridge entry.
Later award-winning additions by Lawrence A. Robbins, AIA, seamlessly added approximately 2,000 square feet of interior space–making it approximately 6,400 square feet with 5 bedrooms, 5 1/2 bathrooms, den, family room, sauna, bar, patios, pool and tennis court.
Neutra 4k-8k Run/Walk for Health
This year marks Richard Neutra’s 120th birthday. Earth Day, April 22, will mark 42 years since the first Earth Day was celebrated in 1970, just a week after Neutra’s death. To recognize this event, the Neutra Institute is sponsoring the Neutra 4k-8k run/walk for Health on Sunday, April 22, 2012. The event will be held at the Silver Lake Meadow, across from the Richard and Dion Neutra VDL Research House II.
The morning’s activities will include a 4K individual run, children’s walk, family walk, 20K bike run, award ceremony and closing ceremony. Later in the day, there will be a self-guided tour of the VDL Research House, which is open to all. A wine reception, dinner and other evening events are reservation only and have limited space, so sign up early!
Your participation and/or purchase of any of the events of this day, aggregating $50 or more, will entitle you to a year’s membership in the Institute. All proceeds will go towards causes of preservation. For more information and to find out about volunteer opportunities, go to neutra.org.
The Pinney House In Sierra Madre
225 North Lima Street
Sierra Madre, CA 91024
10 BR, 11 BA
$2,795,000
This new listing in Sierra Madre is a trip back in time–even farther than we usually go here on Take Sunset! The Pinney House (1887-88) was built by Samuel and Joseph Cather Newsom, architects of many prestigious buildings during the 19th century, including the Carson Mansion in Eureka, Calif.
The Pinney House, commissioned by retired Civil War surgeon Dr. Elbert Pinney, was a 30-room “railroad hotel” for East Coasters here in L.A. making land purchases. Subsequently, the Victorian estate served as a sanatorium, boarding house, dance studio, apartment complex and film location. Today, the 10,000 square foot, 10 bedroom, 11 bath residence is a single family home.
1274 Benedict Canyon Drive In Beverly Hills
1274 Benedict Canyon Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
4 BR, 3 BA
$2,350,000
This newly listed mid-century modern was built by Buff, Straub & Hensman in 1957. The award-winning residence is located at the top of Benedict Canyon, offering ultimate privacy and views.
The 2,736 square foot home features an open floor plan and gorgeous walls of glass that open to the patio and pool.
Mar Vista Tract Home by Gregory Ain
3530 Meier Street
Los Angeles, CA 90066
3 BR, 2 BA
$1,149,000
This newly listed Gregory Ain (1948) is one of 52 houses built by the architect in the “Modernique Homes” development. Also referred to as the Mar Vista Tract, this idyllic neighborhood offers mature, tree-lined streets and green yards–thanks to the work of notable mid-century landscape architect Garrett Eckbo.
The 1,688 square foot residence features many original details, including sliding room dividers, clerestory windows, a brick fireplace and floor-to-ceiling glass.
The home is protected by the Historic Preservation Overlay Zone and can qualify for the Mills Act/Tax Exemption.
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