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STUNNING SIMPLICITY

CRAIG ELLWOOD BRENTWOOD HOME – THE SMITH HOUSE

Craig Ellwood Brentwood home, The Smith House

Craig Ellwood Brentwood home, The Smith House, 1958. Perched in the tranquil hills of Brentwood, California, The Smith House is a living testament to the timeless allure of mid-century modern architecture. The home’s architectural brilliance lies in its minimalist yet sophisticated design. Craig Ellwood, known for his innovative approach to modernism, utilized steel and glass to create a light and grounded structure. The house features expansive floor-to-ceiling windows inviting abundant natural light, blurring the boundaries between indoor and outdoor spaces. This transparency enhances the living experience and allows its residents to appreciate the Los Angeles landscape’s breathtaking views.

Floating living room of the Craig Ellwood Brentwood home, The Smith House

The interior of The Smith House is a masterclass in mid-century modern design. The open floor plan promotes a sense of fluidity and freedom, while the red brick fireplace and wood paneling create a warm and inviting atmosphere. Exposed beams, floor-to-ceiling glass and custom cabinetry exemplify Ellwood’s attention to detail in every aspect of the home.

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DESIGNED SERENITY

CLASSIC LA CRESCENTA MID-CENTURY MODERN HOME

Classic La Crescenta Mid-Century Modern home by Webster Wiley

Tucked away in the foothills, this La Crescenta mid-century modern architectural home is a classic example of Webster Wiley’s timeless architectural design. Crafted in 1964, the home showcases Wiley’s distinctive style, which is characterized by clean lines, an open floor plan, his signature atrium, and impressive integration with the surrounding environment.

The current homeowners have dedicated great care to restoring and preserving this home. Beautiful wood ceilings in the shared spaces bring warmth and texture to the interior spaces. The living room features large sliding glass doors that open to an atrium and invite natural light into the interior.

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THE GOLDEN AGE

CLASSIC SUNSET STRIP SPANISH HOME

Classic Sunset Strip Spanish home near Chateau Marmont

Classic Sunset Strip Spanish home, available for the first time since 1959, combines old-world elegance and charm with the vibrant energy of Los Angeles living. Perched perfectly above the Sunset Strip, it offers convenience and style with close proximity to premier shopping, exquisite dining and exciting nightlife. The welcoming façade celebrates all there is to love about the architectural style, a rotunda entry, decorative plasterwork and original stained glass windows.

Classic Sunset Strip Spanish home with beamed ceiling

This remarkable residence showcases original Spanish touches throughout, from the gracefully arched doorways to the intricate hand-painted tile work. The architectural details pay homage to a bygone era of craftsmanship and style while seamlessly connecting to contemporary living.

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OH SO STYLISH

CLASSIC TRADITIONAL WESTWOOD HILLS HOME

Traditional Westwood Hills Home with red front door

This stylish traditional home is situated in an incredible location – perched high above the street in the Westwood Hills neighborhood. Thoughtful details and a classic façade welcome you in. Every window provides views of lush greenery and mature landscaping surrounding the residence.

Step through the formal entryway into the grand living room, which features two bay windows and a fireplace that creates a warm, inviting atmosphere. Crown molding, wainscoting and an elegant chandelier further enhance this space paying homage to the home’s traditional design.

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EXQUISITE COMPOUND ON COVETED CUL-DE-SAC

HISTORIC BEVERLY HILLS FRENCH REVIVAL ESTATE

A rare offering, Maison Lucile is an iconic Historic Beverly Hills French Revival estate nestled in a bucolic setting on a coveted cul-de-sac along star-studded Ridgedale Drive. Designed by architect Nicholas A. Kabush in 1935, the exquisite residence retains an excellent level of original historic integrity and detail.

Grand living room of the Historic Beverly Hills French Revival Estate by architect Nicholas A. Kabush

The compound features four bedrooms, four bathrooms, an expansive pool, and verdant gardens on a prime .6-acre lot in one of Beverly Hills’ most exclusive neighborhoods. The timeless exterior boasts a steeply pitched slate-clad roof with steeple-like finials, round towers with conical roofs, decorative half-timbering, distinctive stonework, leaded glass windows, and the original whimsical bird weathervane.

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