Midcentury Restoration Expert Makes Another One Notable

Restoration expert, Chris Salay, put his skills to work at the Austrian House by Raphael Soriano. He did the same at a Richard Dorman-designed mid-century home in the Sherman Oaks Estates. And now this.

3 bd / 2 ba

$1,850,000

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Salay did such a great job on the Austrian House the results were described as a “redefined work of art.” He put the same effort into remastering this midcentury post and beam that it can easily claim residential fame along with the surrounding Neutra, Dorman, and Lautner this neighborhood is known for.

The living room has floor-to-ceiling windows that open to a deck that looks out onto endless views of Nichols Canyon. The painted white brick fireplace is at the center and divides the living and dining room.

This architectural remains true to the era while showcasing contemporary features like imported cork and Terrazzo floors throughout.

As the sun goes down the last of the day’s sunlight streams in casting beautiful shadows and colorful hues throughout the public spaces.

And being just a few steps from Runyon Canyon and within the prestigious Valley View Elementary school district almost makes living here perfect.

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Listing courtesy of Aaron Kirman – John Aaroe Group

Rare Lease Opportunity at the Schindler-Designed Sachs Apartments in Silver Lake

The last time a unit opened up at the Schindler-designed Sachs Apartments in Silver Lake was two years ago. Right now you have the rare opportunity to live in one of the studio apartments currently being offered for lease.

0 bd / 1 ba

$3,000 per month

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This architecturally significant building is also known as Manola Court. It was designed for Schindler’s friend, Herman Sachs, a muralist and decorator who designed interiors for an art deco landmark, Union Station, and City Hall.

Once described as reminiscent of “an ancient European hill town” the buildings graduate up the hillside. As you move through the outdoor areas landscaped by Terremoto you feel the “interconnecting living space with garden walkways” encouraging a strong sense of community with your neighbors. This unity is visually detailed on the exterior with “extended window fascia, and abstract ornamentation that organizes the massing of the spaces, as well as accentuating the dynamic vertical thrust of the buildings.”

Inside this fully furnished modernist jewel is linear, functional, design featuring beautiful woodwork in the walls, floors, ceiling and built-ins.

A smartly designed, high-end, kitchen is my favorite area in this compact space measuring 350 square feet. In true Schindler fashion the kitchen cabinetry mimics the wood detail consistent with the architect’s work and it has clever storage.

The bed is tucked into a wall cut out and is equipped with shelving for books. And there’s a tiled bathroom.

The studio opens up to a spacious porch where there’s enough room to have a few friends over for dinner and enjoy the views of the Silver Lake hills to the Hollywood Sign, Griffith Park Observatory, and witness some glorious sunsets.

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Listing courtesy of Tracy Do – Compass

Modern House + Studio Worthy of Dwell Tour Hits the Market

The collaboration of a SoCal architect and artist and landscape architect owners proved so successful it landed this modern home and studio in Silver Lake on a Dwell on Design house tour. And now you can live here.

3 bd / 2 ba

$2,149,000

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The renovation led by Glen Bell, the principal of DEX Studio, included adding a second floor, changing the exterior, and reconfiguring the floor plan on the first floor all while opening up the home to views.

Rooted in the midcentury modern ethos of indoor-outdoor living all rooms have a connection to the approx. 1,875 square feet of outside living spaces surrounded by succulent and native plantings.

On the main level the living room flows into the dining, kitchen, and den. There’s also one bedroom and bathroom.

The master bedroom takes up the entire second floor with view deck, treetop views, and an outdoor shower.

Combining custom steelwork, attractive brise-soleil, walnut cabinetry, and high-end appliances gives this residence and studio( above the garage) a uniquely handcrafted feel.

And when you feel like venturing beyond your four walls you’re just a short distance from Sunset Junction and the reservoir.

 

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Listing courtesy of Jeff Yarbrough & Julie Meggat – Keller Williams

Groovy Midcentury Time Capsule on the Market for the First Time since 1962

The Rubin House by architect Richard E. Nevara looks just as groovy as it did when it was originally built on a gentle upslope in the Cahuenga Pass neighborhood of the Hollywood Hills in 1962.

2 bd / 2 ba

$1,200,000

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Beyond the technicolor blue door that compliments the exterior red cedar siding beautifully (and gives this midcentury head turning street presence) the interior is a pristine time capsule.

Inlaid brick is at the center of the hallway that divides the public and private spaces. To the right the open floor plan containing the living/dining room combo is anchored by hardwood floors and open beam ceilings.

Near floor to ceiling glass sliders are positioned on either end of this space that leads you out to the front wood deck or the rear trellised patio.

A long galley kitchen is at the center of the home equipped with original details like formica counter tops.

On the other side of the home 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms complete the private spaces.

As the second owner of this architect-designed midcentury modern you can either enjoy all the original details or update … there’s even room for a pool.

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Listing courtesy of Richard Stanley – Coldwell Banker

Midcentury Modern Home by Commune Design Expat is Really Something

This secluded midcentury modern home renovated in 2013 by Anna Pomerantz (the former Director of Residential Interiors at Commune Design) is really something.

2 bd / 2 ba

$1,249,000

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The best features of this 1953 modern home located in Hancock Park are hidden from street view. It’s not until you walk through the gates and are met by one of three magical outdoor spaces designed by Terremoto Landscape that’s filled with an array of agaves, cacti, Kashmir cypress, and more than 50-year-old Redwood trees do you begin to understand just how special this dwelling really is.

The interior space has a rustic modern feel with many of the original features left in place that include cork floors, clerestory windows, a double-sided brick wood burning fireplace that opens to the living and dining rooms, and exposed wood ceilings.

While a beautifully updated kitchen with slate countertops, custom walnut cabinets and high-end appliances and two perfectly designed bathrooms with Heath ceramic tiles feel like they were there when the house was originally built.

Nearly every room in the home receives incredible light via large picture windows or sliding glass doors.

I’m gonna give Pomerantz her props for not just remodeling but creating a home that has a seamless flow that lends itself to entertaining, easy living, and one that feels like a sanctuary in the middle of the city.

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Listing courtesy of Katie Crain – Nourmand & Associates

Photos by Lauren Moore

Renovated Atwater Village Home Coming Soon for Lease

The best rentals in town are the ones that make things personal. And that’s exactly what she did with her 2-story residence in Atwater Village coming on the market for rent soon.

3 bd / 2 ba

$4,200 per month

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When escrow closed Renee wanted to create a home grounded in simplicity and comfort. After flipping through the pages of her go to designer magazines she decided to strip everything down to the studs to achieve exactly what she wanted.

An abundance of natural light streams through the first level made up of a semi-open floor plan containing the living room, dining room, kitchen, breakfast area, two of the three bedrooms, and a bathroom.

She chose lime stone kitchen counter tops along with a Viking stove and dishwasher for the kitchen. And added French doors from the lower bedroom and kitchen that lead out to the rear yard.

The entire upper level is the master suite complete with the master bathroom decorated with custom concrete sinks, a lounge area, ample storage, and multiple windows bringing in surrounding hillside views.

Keeping the theme of simplicity and comfort going the exterior has a smooth stucco finish and minimalist landscaping that seamlessly completes the interior/exterior flow.

After enjoying this home for several years, Renee is, once again, offering her home for lease to a tenant seeking a tastefully renovated space to call home.

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Listing courtesy of Sonya Coke – Sotheby’s International Realty