Tag: Mid Century Modern

Hollywood Hills Architectural
Designed by Rodney Walker

Steeped in history this remarkable Hollywood Hills Architectural home was originally designed by Rodney Walker for the Case Study program. The home was eventually built using those plans after the program timeframe and subsequently reinvented 50 yrs later.

ARCHITECTURAL BRENTWOOD HOUSE BY CALVIN STRAUB OF BUFF, STRAUB AND HENSMAN

A Calvin Straub mid-century modern house with large windows, a wide overhanging roof, and a stone chimney, surrounded by lush greenery, flowers, and a concrete walkway leading to the entrance.

The Calvin Straub Brentwood house, a masterful creation by the esteemed Calvin Straub of Buff, Straub, and Hensman, stands as a captivating example of mid-century modern design. This extraordinary residence transcends the conventional notion of a home; it is an artistic masterpiece that encapsulates the essence of the California lifestyle, promoting both comfort and effortless […]

THE EXQUISITE “DOMUS SOLARIS”
BY BUFF & HENSMAN

Domus Solaris by Buff and Hensman. A Mid Century Modern house with large glass windows and wooden exterior, set behind a walkway bordered by a blue reflecting pool and landscaped greenery, under a clear blue sky.

Perched high above the city on the iconic Mulholland Drive, Domus Solaris stands as a testament to architectural brilliance and timeless design. Designed in 1975 by renowned architect Donald Hensman, this Hollywood Hills residence embodies modern elegance with its clean lines, expansive windows, and seamless integration with the surrounding landscape. The home not only enjoys […]

MASTERFUL RAY KAPPE DESIGN – SANTA MONICA CANYON MODERN

Ray Kappe designed Santa Monica Canyon Modern home. Masterfully designed in 1970 by Ray Kappe, this significant property in prime Santa Monica Canyon has been thoughtfully restored and transformed into one of the most marveled architectural homes on the Westside. Walls of wood and glass embrace Kappe’s work and engulf oneself in the surrounding trees […]

Silver Lake Modern -The Skinner House by William Kesling

Silver Lake Moderne Home. The Skinner House, 1937. William Kesling, Architect. Los Angeles Historical-Cultural Monument #856. Streamline Moderne was both a reaction to Art Deco and a reflection of austere economic times. Gone was unnecessary ornament. Sharp angles were replaced with simple, aerodynamic curves. Ultimately, the designs were horizontal in their orientation, serving as a […]