Tag: Architect

CALVIN STRAUB MID CENTURY HOME IN PASADENA

A modern, single-story house with green exterior walls, large windows, and warm interior lights. Designed by Calvin Straub in the mid century modern style, it sits among trees and landscaped rocks on a sloped Pasadena driveway at dusk.

Originally envisioned as a Calvin Straub Mid Century Home in 1957, this residence was designed as Straub’s own personal retreat. Created during the formative years of his career, it also marks the pivotal moment when the celebrated partnership of Buff, Straub & Hensman first came together—a cornerstone era in post-and-beam California modernism. Reflecting a refined […]

PASADENA MODERN HOME
BY FAMED ARCHITECTS BUFF & HENSMAN

Tucked into one of the most sought-after enclaves of Linda Vista, this Pasadena Modern Home is a striking example of the timeless architectural vision of Buff and Hensman. Known for their sculptural use of wood, dramatic volumes and harmony with nature, Buff and Hensman designed this residence to celebrate light, landscape and the enduring spirit […]

CLASSIC HOLLYWOOD HILLS BUFF AND HENSMAN POST AND BEAM RESIDENCE

Buff and Hensman Mid Century Modern house with a flat roof, featuring wooden and concrete walls. Two lounge chairs and potted plants sit on a patio, with green lawn and trees in the background under a clear blue sky.

Perched above a tranquil canyon landscape, this exceptional Hollywood Hills Buff and Hensman residence represents one of the most refined expressions of the architects’ celebrated post and beam design. Originally conceived during the golden era of Southern California architecture, the home has been thoughtfully restored and expanded with great care to preserve its historic character. […]

HOLLYWOOD HILLS MID CENTURY MODERN HOME BY BUFF & HENSMAN

Covered entryway to a Hollywood Hills mid century home by Buff and Hensman with wooden ceiling, glass doors, and large windows. Inside, a bright, open living area and dining space with minimalist decor overlook an outdoor courtyard with gravel and plants.

Tucked within the quiet landscape of Nichols Canyon, this Hollywood Hills Mid Century Modern Home offers a rare opportunity to experience early Southern California modernism in its purest form. Built in 1957 and set on a generous hillside lot, the residence embodies the effortless indoor outdoor lifestyle that defines the architectural legacy of the Hollywood […]

CLASSIC MID CENTURY BEACHWOOD CANYON HOME

This classic mid century Beachwood Canyon home, masterfully crafted in the 1950s by architect Robert Malinoff, celebrates timeless design and architectural ingenuity. Perched in the tranquil hills leading up to the iconic Hollywood Sign, the residence captures the essence of mid-century modern architecture with its clean lines and open spaces, which invite the outdoors in. […]

CALVIN STRAUB PASADENA HOME | THE THOMAS AND BARBARA WIRICK HOUSE

Calvin Straub Pasadena Mid Century Modern home living room with walls of glass and a brick fireplace.

This Calvin Straub Pasadena home, also known as The Thomas and Barbara Wirick House, celebrates all there is to love about mid-century modern architecture. The residence is characterized by its bold lines, expansive glazing and striking minimalist aesthetic. As Straub merged his creative vision with the talents of Conrad Buff and Donald Hensman, their collaboration […]