Smith and Williams 4211 Glenwood Ave, Los Angeles, CA $1,350,000
Smith and Williams blurred the line between indoors and outdoors by using post-and-beam construction with thin supporting members and large swaths of glass for airy, light-filled spaces. They extended roof beams and flooring beyond entryways to fuse a building to its environment, and purposefully exposed the structural components of their projects to act as design elements. Originally designed and built as Williams private office, the Wayne Williams House was eventually expanded by the firm to become he and his wife Marilyns personal home. Come see this unique example of Smith and Williams architectural approach quietly situated in the trees of Mount Washington. There is nothing like it! ( note: sold as a package with the adjacent vacant lot ) read more »
Saul H. Brown 2339 Silver Ridge Ave, Los Angeles, CA $3,499,000
Architectural Highlight. Indoor-outdoor living at its best with a lot of privacy. Streamline Moderne architectural estate in Silverlake was built by architect Saul Harris Brown in 1938 with a renovation and rare garden design by famed modern architect Gregory Ain extending two lots (13,950 sqft. APN: 5440-016-008), both zoned R2. Located high atop Silver Ridge Avenue with sensational views of the mountains and city. Interiors and kitchen has been recently updated by architects Escher GuneWardena and plans exist for a pool designed by architect Barbara Bestor completing an already lush and secluded backyard. Due to its architectural significance, the house is eligible for the Mills Act application. read more »
Barry A. Berkus, A.I.A. 887 La Loma RD, PASADENA, CA $7,999,000
Taking full advantage of the 1.616 acre site, this exceptional Contemporary residence designed in 1995 by architect Barry Berkus has perhaps the best view of the Arroyo, Colorado Street Bridge & Vista Del Arroyo Hotel of any in Pasadena. The property has estate presence w/ a gate & drive; it is not visible from the street. The 3-story residence entered on the 2nd level has 4 bedrooms & 7 baths. The floor plan is a central hall layout opening from a dramatic bridge leading to an impressive double door entry & pavilion. Immediately to the right is a guest powder bath & handsome library w/ fireplace & built ins. A generous bar w/ double sink, granite counters & refrigerator/ice maker is adjacent. The spectacular living room has soaring 20 foot plus ceilings, a large fireplace, 2 window bays & sliding doors to the outdoor terrace. A gracious step-up formal dining area also has views & outdoor terrace access. There are staircases to the upper & lower levels as well as an elevator. There is a bedroom suite on this level. The spectacular kitchen beyond is entered through a commodious dish pantry; a food pantry is adjacent. Bright & open, the kitchen has 2 work islands; both have granite counters as do the main workspaces. There is a 6 burner plus griddle range, a convection oven & several warming drawers. The family room is open to the kitchen w/ fireplace & windows overlooking the Arroyo. There is an outdoor kitchen under a covered terrace. The principal suite is composed of a large bedroom w/ floor to ceiling Arroyo view window bay & skylights, two closets & dressing areas & a primary bath w/ spa tub, generous shower & 2 separate commodes. There are 2 additional bedroom suites on this level. Downstairs there is a wine tasting room w/ adjacent 1/2 bath & a temperature-controlled wine shop size cellar w/ 10,000 bottle capacity. The nearby media room has tiered seating for 12 in luxurious reclining lounge chairs. 2 separate double garages, a motor court, storage rooms read more »
