PALM SPRINGS MID-CENTURY - LITTLE BEVERLY HILLS
This 1958 mid-century modern Palmer + Krisel-designed Alexander home, located in the center of downtown Palm Springs’ historic Ramon Rise neighborhood, was purchased in a state of disrepair, with a host of inappropriate “remuddles” made through the years. The hidden gem was renovated and restored with careful attention to period architectural detail. A wood paneled apartment was re-designed to function as one of two master suites, featuring an all new master bath and twin walk-in closets. The renovation also included a brand new pool, all new kitchen, re-surfaced micro-coated concrete floors, central AC w/ dual zone control, three all-new bathrooms, and new floor to ceiling windows and sliders that open to the large backyard. The large, newly landscaped drought-tolerant property features outdoor lighting, an automatic water system, and a new exterior layout and hard-scape that maximizes space for lounging, entertaining and enjoying the mountain views.
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MODERN BUNGALOW
This 3 bedroom / 1 bath property was re-envisioned as a live-work space. A property with years of deferred maintenance, the bungalow was in need of considerable repairs, design improvements and upgrades. New electrical, heating and plumbing were added, as well as a new kitchen, master bathroom and closet, roof, rain gutters, hardwood floors, and paint. The garage was converted into an office space; the yard was re-landscaped and re-configured to add privacy and to provide a separate entrance to the office. A modern bungalow design approach was chosen to unify the home’s eclectic charm. This home was featured in the Los Angeles Times.
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CLASSIC CONTEMPORARY
This dilapidated traditional one-story property was renovated in a classic yet modern and contemporary manner. The approach was simple, yet comprehensive. The renovation included a new gourmet kitchen, new double-pane windows, new designer paint, refinished floors, new baths, and a new master suite. The interior was designed, furnished and accessorized to reflect the classic-yet contemporary and relaxed lifestyle. The exterior was repainted and re-landscaped.
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HISTORIC CRAFTSMAN
This historical 1908 Craftsman property had years of deferred maintenance and historically inappropriate remodels. The design approach to the historic restoration was to bring the house back to its original historical heritage enhanced with modern amenities. The restoration included paint stripping and re-staining wood, extensive fine mill work, a new kitchen, historically correct lighting fixtures, hardware and paint palette, as well as new and refinished hardwood floors, replacement of windows and doors, plaster repair, upgraded electrical and plumbing, and a new roof. The approach to the furnishings and accessories was an eclectic mix of old and new. The house was featured in Old House Interiors.
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MID-CENTURY MODERN TREEHOUSE
Built in 1961, this 3-bedroom mid-century modern view property had been neglected and remodeled in ways insensitive to its architectural heritage. The property was remodeled with careful attention to architectural detail and included foundation and structural upgrades, an all-new kitchen, new appliances, new baths, and a reconfigured floor plan that introduced a great room opening to the deck’s striking views. Period details included wood beam / tongue and groove ceilings, new sustainable cork floors, new interior and exterior lighting, and drought tolerant landscaping that was designed to complement and improve the functionality of the property’s 11,280 sf park-like grounds. With verdant views from almost every window, the completely remodeled mid-century modern tree house was furnished and accessorized with a mix of vintage classics and contemporary classics.
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PALM SPRINGS MID CENTURY - SUNMOR
This 1958 mid-century Alexander Palmer + Krisel designed home, located in Sunmor Estates in Palm Springs was renovated and restored back to its original mid-century modern roots. The contemporary, yet period appropriate renovation, included new landscaping and hardscaping, an all-new kitchen, 3 new bathrooms, including a new master bath in the master suite. The trademark Alexander stone fireplace was restored, and a flex / bonus room was designed for use as an office, and pool-room. The dramatic walls of glass reveal stunning mountain views and open to a completely re-built pool, an outdoor shower, and new hardscape. The renovation included new paint inside and out, a new 200 amp panel, new floor coverings, polished micro-coated floors, and a new driveway that accommodates parking for multiple cars and guests for entertaining. Furnishings are an eclectic mix of vintage and contemporary classics.
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Completed in 1960 by John Lawrence Pugsley AIA, this classic mid century is located in Pasadena’s coveted Linda Vista neighborhood. Perched above the Arroyo with expansive views, this architectural gem features walls of glass, a koi pond and fountain, a Japanese garden with outdoor shower, a dramatic atrium, and stunning stone work. The project included performing a mini renovation to bring it back to its mid century roots and to ready the property for sale. The project also included staging, marketing and selling the property.
This indoor/outdoor desert-modern home was fully renovated and was designed to take advantage of iconic mountain views from both the front and back. This architecturally sophisticated contemporary was reconfigured to include 3 en-suite bedrooms and baths and features a brand new master suite addition. The bathrooms feature contemporary fixtures, finishes, and designer ceramic tile. The renovation included an open kitchen design and walls of glass that take advantage of the mesmerizing views. Great for entertaining indoors and out, the renovation included a new pool and spa, an outdoor dining area and fireplace, updated electrical, and plumbing, and a large laundry/utility room. The interior also features a sleek newly-tiled fireplace, refinished concrete floors, and new carpet. The landscape creatively combines a drought tolerant and low maintenance desert xeriscape with grass and features automatic irrigation and dramatic outdoor lighting.
180 SOUTH SAN RAFAEL, PASADENA, CA 91105
First time on the market since 1968, this stunning 1959 Smith & Williams architectural gem is located on almost 2 acres on one of Pasadena's most premier streets, overlooking the arroyo with panoramic views of Pasadena and the San Gabriel Mountains, at the end of a long gated private drive. From the famed USC School of Architecture and contemporaries of Gregory Ain, Harwell Hamilton Harris, A. Quincy Jones, John Lautner, Rafael Soriano and Thornton Abell, this iconic midcentury Smith & Williams features a perfect blend of inside and outside, high ceilings, walls of glass, expansive views from each room, original terrazzo floors and fireplace, a detached office/studio, and Japanese-inspired architectural details. Known for their keen sense of site planning and refined integration of building to landscape, this 3 bedroom 3 bath, one-of-a-kind vintage property retains many original features, including original windows, doors, and abundant architectural details. The sprawling park-like grounds feature mature trees, a pool with rustic boulders in a bucolic setting overlooking a large part of the property once used as a horse corral. Almost untouched, this is rare opportunity to restore an important architectural property.
Offered at $4,750,000
