AIRY AND ASPIRATIONAL

CRESTWOOD HILLS MID CENTURY HOUSE

Crestwood Hills Mid Century House by A. Quincy Jones and Whitney Smith

12367 Deerbrook Lane, Los Angeles, CA  | $2,500,000 | 3 BD | 2 BA

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, 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 modern living and enjoys views of the Pacific Ocean.

Open floor plan living room of a Crestwood Hills mid century house by architect A. Quincy Jones

With its clean lines, integration with nature, and emphasis on functionality and simplicity, the Stoleroff House truly reflects this iconic design movement. A bold geometric fireplace serves as a strong focal point to the open plan design. With its clean lines and sharp angles, this eye-catching design element perfectly complements the aesthetics of mid-century design.

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THE TRANSFORMATIVE POWER OF DESIGN

A QUINCY JONES MID CENTURY MODERN HOME IN BRENTWOOD

The Hart Residence, a Quincy Jones Mid Century Modern home in Brentwood

12444 Rochedale Lane, Los Angeles, CA  | $3,689,000 | 3 BD | 3 BA

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 unique modernist architectural style that blends simplicity with sophistication, the Hart Residence strays from the mundane and embraces the extraordinary.

The meticulous restoration of the Hart Residence has ensured that the home’s distinctive attributes have been preserved and brought back to their original glory. Among these is the striking sloping roofline with an integral carport, a feature distinct to this model and others in the tract. Inside, the Douglas fir plywood built-ins, a hallmark of this architectural style, have been carefully reconstructed, offering both aesthetic appeal and functional value.

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SIMPLE BEAUTIFUL LIVING

CRESTWOOD HILLS MID CENTURY THE RAY OSOLING RESIDENCE

Entrance to the Ray Osoling Residence. A Crestwood Hills Mid Century home.

12506 Cloud Lane, Los Angeles, CA  | $4,000,000 | 1 BD | 3 BA

Stunning Crestwood Hills Mid Century home, The Ray Osoling Residence, 1955. Nestled atop one of Brentwood‘s most desirable architectural neighborhoods, this mid-century post and beam home designed by R. K. Osoling offers expansive ocean and city views. Entry to the property is through an aesthetically pleasing Asian-style garden, complete with a colorful Japanese Maple, lush mondo grass and shoji screen details.

Designed and constructed by hand for his personal residence and office. Osoling himself was a mountaineer, which is apparent in the selection of the hillside site. The open-plan environment connects the living and dining rooms with the kitchen. Dramatic panoramic views are unobstructed by the functional selection of a see-through railing system on the wraparound deck. The steel-faced fireplace becomes a focal point secondary only to the view.

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IN HARMONY WITH NATURE

Reimagine This Crestwood Hills Mid Century Home

Crestwood Hills Mid Century home with pool

743 Hanley Avenue, Los Angeles, CA  | $2,995,000 | 4 BD | 4 BA

Here’s your chance to live in the Westside’s modernist enclave of Crestwood Hills. One of the original tenants of the neighborhood was to bring good design together in one place. This Crestwood Hills Mid Century home offers classic design elements from the 1950’s and is on the market for the first time in nearly 60 years. 

The Brentwood Post and Beam has walls of glass and rows clerestory windows. The high ceiling living room is flooded with natural light.

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FUNCTIONALLY STYLISH

Crestwood Hills Mid Century Modern Landmark
A. Quincy Jones Architect

Crestwood Hills Mid Century Modern Landmark, A. Quincy Jones Architect

907 Hanley Ave, Los Angeles, CA  | $3,200,000 | 4 BD | 4 BA

The Schott House is one of the first Crestwood Hills Mid Century Modern home built in the area. Designed by A. Quincy Jones, FAIA, this historic landmark was built in 1948 and laid the foundation for hundreds of other architectural homes in the area that sought to achieve the same level of sophistication and design.

Example of Brentwood architectural homes living room

The living area, which is set back from the rest of the room, provides extra access to the outdoor gardens. One side features walls made entirely of glass, while the other has original concrete blocks that reach all the way up to the ceiling. In addition, there’s a floor-to-ceiling fireplace that serves as a focal point.

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