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The Remarkable Sheats-Goldstein Residence in LA: Past, Present and Future
If you’re not familiar with John Lautner’s iconic Beverly Crest mansion, or with the estate’s flamboyant owner, then you’re definitely missing out. This 1963-built mansion is an architectural gem and one of Hollywood’s best-kept secrets. The Sheats Goldstein residence: John Lautner’s organic architecture dream The 4,500-square-foot Sheats-Goldstein residence was designed by John Lautner (one of […] More
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Bob Hope’s house in Palm Springs, an architectural masterpiece
The 23,000-square-foot steel, concrete, and glass masterpiece that was once home to comedian/actor Bob Hope is one of the most unique celebrity homes of all time. Custom-built for Dolores and Bob Hope by one of the most noteworthy American architects of the twentieth century, John Lautner, the property is well known for both its architecture and […] More
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This $35M Napa Valley property comes with a Cutler Anderson-designed home and a world-class vineyard
Among the hundreds of hillside vineyards in the Napa Valley wine region sits a unique property that pairs architectural appeal with the winemaking tradition the area is famous for. Set in the Coombsville region of Napa, hailed as “the coolest hot spot in Napa”, the 34-acre property is anchored by a striking post-modern residential compound surrounded […] More
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Cool Listings: An Iconic Richard Neutra-Designed Stilt House Looming Over the Valley
When it comes to jaw-dropping views, it doesn’t get much better than this: a striking mid-century house floating on the edge of the hillside, with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the San Fernando Valley. And not just any house, but one of 17 unique homes designed by legendary architect Richard Neutra propped up over the side of […] More
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Cool Listings: Striking Modern Desert Home Blends In with Its Surroundings in Palm Springs
When lauded architecture firm Woods + Dangaran completed their ambitious Palm Springs project, the Woods House, design magazines quickly jumped at the opportunity to profile the slick desert home. Every industry publication from Architectural Digest to Dezeen or Wallpaper ran a feature showcasing the modern marvel’s many attributes, and the seamless way in which it […] More
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A Piece of Architectural History is Up for Grabs: Lloyd Wright’s Derby House Lists for $3.3M
The Derby House, an architectural gem that’s often referenced as one of the finest examples of Mayan Revival-style architecture in the entire country, is now on the market. Asking $3,295,000, the memorable home — located in Glendale, in the San Fernando Valley and Verdugo Mountains regions of Los Angeles County — is offered for sale […] More
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Inside a One-of-a-Kind $39M Richard Requa-Designed Home Known as Coronado Castle
One of the most exquisite private homes in the entire San Diego area is now up for grabs. Those of you who have a passion for architecture will have probably heard the name Richard Requa before. His firm, Requa and Jackson, was arguably the busiest architecture company in the 1920s in San Diego. Whenever you […] More
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Frank Lloyd Wright’s Ennis House (Featured in Blade Runner) is a True Architectural Marvel
Few houses nowadays can cause our brows to rise and our jaws to drop; one might say we’ve pretty much seen it all by now. Yet there are some architectural gems that only get more impressive with time and even after decades have passed, leave us in awe with their masterful design. Frank Lloyd […] More
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The House that Zaha Hadid Built: The Story of the Only Residence Ever Designed by “The Queen of the Curve”
Visionary architect Zaha Hadid — known as the “Queen of the Curve” for the modern, curving designs of her buildings — had a legendary career. Her striking structures grace the skylines of major metropolitan cities, while her product designs, including furniture, jewelry, lighting, and even shoes, can be found in homes around the world. She designed […] More
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Ernest Hemingway’s house in Key West stands tall after 170 hurricane seasons
Leaving behind an impressive body of work written in his now-iconic style, Nobel Prize winner Ernest Hemingway was a titan of 20th-century literature. Born and raised in Oak Park, Illinois, the novelist went on to live a life full of adventures before his untimely death in 1961. He was a reporter for The Kansas City Star, […] More
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See Inside a Modern, Art-Filled Compound in Venice — with a Custom Outdoor Piece by French Artist Invader
You never run out of one-of-a-kind homes in Los Angeles. Each new residence brings something new to the table — whether it’s a fresh take on an old concept, an exciting new way to mix colors and patterns, or the touch of a revolutionary mind. Today we’re looking at a home in Venice that’s truly […] More
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This Perfectly Preserved Mid-Century Home in Palo Alto Was Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright Student Aaron Green
A rare mid-century home recently came to market in the heart of Silicon Valley, and it bears the signature of internationally recognized architect — and Frank Lloyd Wright protégé — Aaron Green. Originally built in 1966, the home at 3512 Ross Rd. in Palo Alto, California has never underwent any extreme makeovers, with its current owner […] More
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