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2220 Reservoir Street In Echo Park

2220 Reservoir Street
Los Angeles, CA 90026

2 BR, 2 BA Main House + Studio Apartment
Listed for $749,000
Sold for $739,000

The newest offering from ModOp Design is a top to bottom remodeled craftsman in the heart of Echo Park, close to the restaurants and shops of Sunset Junction and to the Silver Lake Reservoir.

The beautifully restored 1,300 square foot main house has 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, a private deck, and yard. There are numerous upgrades, including restored original redwood siding, solid oak floors, custom birch cabinets, Carrera marble bath counters, solid wood window frames, Heath tile accents, and stainless steel appliances.

There are energy efficient upgrades throughout including a tankless water heater, no VOC paint, drought tolerant landscape, and low-E dual pane windows & french doors.

The property is a legal duplex and includes a separate studio apartment with 400 square feet of space above the finished garage. The apartment includes its own fenced-in yard (with a wet bar!) and downtown view. You can rent this space for income or use it as a guesthouse or home office.

After the break, more photos of 2220 Reservoir, plus an interview with Greg Steinberg of ModOp Design. Greg answers Take Sunset’s questions about the renovations of this 89-year-old craftsman home, including how he removed the stucco exterior and other details. Check it out!

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1954 North Berendo Street In Los Feliz

1954 North Berendo Street
Los Angeles, CA 90027

2 BR, 2 BA
$785,000

I saw this beautiful Spanish home with a Craftsman influence in Los Feliz yesterday. Built in 1921, the residence has been nicely restored and features a large front porch leading into the sunny living room with a Batchelder tile fireplace.

The 1,516 square foot, 2 bedroom, 2 bath home includes a spacious dining room, cook’s kitchen, and plenty of upgrades.

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636 North Vendome Street In Silver Lake

636 North Vendome Street
Los Angeles, CA 90026

2 BR, 2 BA
$599,000

This charming and private Silver Lake craftsman is set back from the street and has great views. It has a wonderful front yard, rear patio, deck space, and excellent indoor/outdoor flow.

Built in 1922, the home has been stylishly updated with hardwood floors, central heat and air, security system, and updated plumbing and electrical. See more of this great Silver Lake craftsman after the break!

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1461 North Benton Way In Silver Lake

1461 North Benton Way
Los Angeles, CA 90026

4 BR, 2 BA
$915,000

I saw this Silver Lake craftsman during the brokers’ open yesterday. It was built in 1917 and has been completely remodeled and updated by the current owner. The home has been enhanced and updated with modern influences and design elements.

The 2,172 square foot residence sits above the street and offers a spacious living room with a fireplace, 4 bedrooms, each with walk-in closets, plus 2 full baths.

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ModOp Transforms 100-Year-Old Craftsman

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ModOp Design, run by husband and wife Greg Steinberg and Alexandra Becket, is known for their incredible attention to detail. Take Sunset was excited to sit down with ModOp’s interior designer/stager Alexandra to discuss the challenges of transforming their newest listing, a 100-year-old craftsman in Highland Park.

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Take Sunset: What was the condition of Avenue 56 when you began work?

Alexandra Becket: The original redwood siding was in bad shape, the plumbing and electrical was in horrible condition, and the layout of the rooms made it feel cramped, dark and dingy. But the house had great character, and its original charm was still intact. We knew that even though rehabilitating it would be a challenge, we couldn’t wait to give the house a new life.

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TS: There are amazing details carried throughout your staging. Can you talk a little about why such elements are important to you?

Becket: I imagined who will live in the house–someone who appreciates the history of Los Angeles architecture, the neighborhood, and its current charm. All the artwork is locally based, including the print of City Hall by LA-based artist William Acedo in the living room and my fabric wall hanging of the DWP building in the hallway.

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Becket (cont.): The collection of Highland Park photos in the studio/office developed as we worked on the house, and I discovering the beauty of the area. When I stopped for lunch or ran errands, I snapped photos of the historic Highland Park Theater, the old bank buildings, restaurants, and the colorful produce store down the street. I printed and framed a collection of these shots, all taken on Ave 56, as homage to the street. I hope to provide prospective homebuyers an emotional connection to the house and to fall in love with the beauty of the neighborhood!

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TS: There are many high-quality materials used throughout the home, like the custom made wood cabinets in the kitchen. Why did you make this choice as opposed to using less pricey (and less time consuming) materials? Read more…


1942 Taft Avenue In Hollywood Hills

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1942 Taft Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90068

3 BR, 2 BA
$989,000

This Hollywood Hills craftsman has tons of original charm that blends seamlessly with the designer updates and finishes.

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Built in 1919, the home maintains period details throughout, including a vintage hutch, fireplace, original moldings, and oak hardwood floors.

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1701 North Avenue 56 In Highland Park

1701 N Avenue 56
Los Angeles, CA 90042

2 BR, 2 BA
1,045 square feet
Listed for $469,000
Sold for $469,000

Check out the newest listing from ModOp Design! With 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, plus an office, this restored craftsman home is located in an ideal Highland Park location.

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It features all the creative, high-quality design touches ModOp has become known for, including custom wood cabinets, Heath Ceramics tile, brand new walnut floors, all wood double-paned windows, and more.

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The home’s interior has been completely modernized to reach 2011 standards, but it still retains the classic charm of its 1911 origins.

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6220 Hillandale Drive In Highland Park

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6220 Hillandale Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90042

3 BR, 2 BA
$549,000

This 1915 craftsman-style bungalow in Highland Park has been completely remodeled with all the modern conveniences, while retaining much of the home’s original charm. It’s move-in ready with a new roof, updated kitchen and baths, central air and heat, refinished wood floors, landscaped yard, and more.

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The bungalow offers beautiful original details including a built-in buffet, wide front porch with Arroyo stone border, and a huge shade tree sheltering the back yard.

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533 Neva Place In Highland Park

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533 Neva Place
Los Angeles, CA 90042

$399,000
2 BR, 2 BA

This fully remodeled, beautiful Highland Park craftsman is conveniently located North of York. It has been updated with all the modern amenities: laundry, central heating and air, and tankless water heater.

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This quaint residence also offers two bedrooms, two bathrooms, great views of Downtown, a huge basement, separate office, plus a finished two-car garage, which would be perfect for a studio or office.

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1965 Taft Avenue In Hollywood Hills

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1965 Taft Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90068

4 BR, 3.5 BA
$1,649,000

This 3,471 square foot classic craftsman style home epitomizes early LA architecture. Built in 1913, it has undergone a recent “ground-up” restoration/renovation that has transformed the residence. Walled and gated for privacy and security and situated in the foothills of ultra-desirable Oaks neighborhood, the home consists of a two-story main house and a separate guesthouse.

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The 3 bedroom, 2 bath main house features a living room with fireplace, large dining room with original built-ins, top-flight kitchen, master suite with sitting room/sleeping porch, paneled den, breezy office, and sunny breakfast room.

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