Tag: A. Quincy Jones

A. Quincy Jones Homes for Sale | Born in Kansas City, Missouri and raised in Gardena, California, Mid-Century architect A. Quincy Jones (1913-1979), designed some of Los Angeles’ most glamorous homes, striking tract houses, commercial buildings, churches and schools. Graduating from the University of Washington in 1936, Jones returned to Los Angeles in 1936. Working in several notable architectural offices, including the office of Paul Williams.

After his stint as a lieutenant commander in the Navy, Jones once again returned to Los Angeles and opened an architectural office in a house in Laurel Canyon. He partnered with Williams on several projects in the Palm Springs area. Jones also developed tract housing for the innovative Palo Alto developer Joseph Eichler, which included park-like common areas and indoor-outdoor living concepts. Locally, A. Quincy Jones along with architect Whitney R. Smith developed twenty-nine house plans for the Mutual Housing Association (in an area known today as Crestwood Hills – Brentwood) in an experimental, Modern-style, with open floor plans, large expanses of glass providing extensive outdoor exposure to nature and an optimistic view on housing through modern design. Jones also designed houses in the tony celebrity-filled enclave of Trousdale Estates. These large, sprawling custom homes were prized by celebrity residents and command some of the most spectacular views in the city. If you are looking for a special architectural property, contact Beyond Shelter. We are happy to help you find current and off-market A. Quincy Jones homes for sale.

“SUN VILLA” A MID-CENTURY GLENDALE HOME BY ARCHITECT A. QUINCY JONES

Mid-century modern house in Glendale with large glass windows, surrounded by palm trees and lush plants. Designed by A Quincy Jones, this home features a small patio with a white table and four chairs on a red brick surface in the foreground, all set under a clear blue sky.

A rare opportunity to own a significant piece of mid-century modern architecture, the Webber House is the Glendale example of A. Quincy Jones’s limited “Sun Villa” residential series. Designed in 1950 for Frank and Mary Webber, this modern-style home reflects Jones’s celebrated philosophy, where simplicity, innovation and livability converge. With its thoughtful proportions and timeless […]

MID-CENTURY CHEVIOT HILLS QUINCY JONES HOME | THE REICHER HOUSE

A modern mid-century house, The Reicher House, designed by Quincy Jones, with large floor-to-ceiling windows, stone walls, sharp angled rooflines, and landscaped greenery, photographed at dusk with interior lights glowing.

Located in a prime Westside neighborhood on a spacious corner lot, this Cheviot Hills Quincy Jones home – The Reicher House (1956)- is a classic example of modern mid-century architecture. The bold architectural residence showcases an open-plan design that invites exploration and interaction within its volumetric shell. Expansive floor-to-ceiling windows frame stunning views of the […]

A. QUINCY JONES TARZANA HOME | THE CALVIN HOUSE

The Calvin House, a mid century modern masterpiece designed by A. Quincy Jones, features large glass windows and a flat roof behind a clear blue pool, surrounded by lush green trees and plants under a bright sky.

|| Off-Market || The Calvin House – is an exceptional A. Quincy Jones Tarzana home. Constructed in 1960, the residence is an exemplary work of mid-century modern architecture by the acclaimed architect. As you step inside, you’re greeted by an expansive open floor plan connecting the living spaces and creating a functional flow. Large windows […]

CRESTWOOD HILLS MID CENTURY HOUSE BY ARCHITECT A. QUINCY JONES

The Stoleroff House, a modern mid-century house designed by A. Quincy Jones, with large windows, angled rooflines, and wood-concrete exterior. The curved stone pathway leads through a green lawn and lush plants under a blue sky.

The Stoleroff House – 1950, a masterpiece of mid-century modern design, stands as a testament to the architectural brilliance of A. Quincy Jones and Whitney Smith were both renowned modernist architects of their time. Situated within Crestwood Hills HOA, formerly the Mutual Housing Association, this Crestwood Hills mid century house embodies the essence of mid-century […]

A. QUINCY JONES MID CENTURY MODERN HOME IN BRENTWOOD

A mid-century modern house, designed by A. Quincy Jones and Whitney R. Smith, with large windows, an angled roof, and a brick wall. A bright yellow vintage car sits in the driveway amid trees and blue sky—this is The Hart Residence.

The Hart Residence is a timeless masterpiece envisioned by the acclaimed architects A. Quincy Jones and Whitney R. Smith in 1950. This Quincy Jones Mid Century Modern home is a testament to the innovative spirit of its time, standing as an early exemplar of the Mutual Housing Association homes of Brentwood’s Crestwood Hills. With a […]

MID CENTURY A. QUINCY JONES NORDLINGER HOUSE IN BEL AIR

A modern house with large windows, designed by A. Quincy Jones, is surrounded by lush greenery, succulents, and palm trees. The paved driveway leads to a garage beneath the house, creating a peaceful and inviting mid century modern setting.

A stunning mid-century residence, the A. Quincy Jones Nordlinger House #1, was completed in 1948. Boasting an awe-inspiring display of California modernism and groundbreaking architectural innovation, this exceptional home has garnered acclaim for its bold aesthetic and flawless integration with the surrounding landscape. The facade, adorned with expansive wraparound windows, allows an abundance of natural […]