For the first time ever on the market, this extraordinary residence presents a rare opportunity. Designed and built as a personal sanctuary by an artist and architect, the home is a masterclass in harnessing light and opening up to nature to create a modern yet timeless work of art. Nestled at the end of a private drive and bordering 280 acres of protected parkland, this secluded retreat on over an acre of land offers an immediate sense of escape while remaining just a ten minute drive to both Downtown LA and Pasadena.
Wrapping a glass-walled courtyard, the home exhibits a profound understanding of architectural principles, balancing scale, proportion, and materiality. Warm yet modern, the interiors integrate natural textures and refined finishes, creating a space that both inspires and soothes. Each of the major rooms has light on two sides – in one direction, the courtyard, in the other a view to a unique exterior experience. The landscape masterplan, by acclaimed architect Mark Rios, seamlessly extends the home to a series of outdoor rooms in dialogue with the ones indoors.
The adaptable floor plan features three bedrooms plus a dedicated office, which can serve as a fourth bedroom. The primary suite opens directly onto the courtyard and includes a spacious walk-in closet and a stunning en-suite bath, where sleek marble and stone meet handcrafted Heath tiles. Classic light fixtures and thoughtfully selected hardware complete the ambiance of understated luxury.
Throughout the home, polished concrete floors provide a grounding aesthetic, while the chef’s kitchen—open to a casual family area—complements a formal dining room and a living room with a fireplace. Every window is intentionally placed to frame views near and far of trees and landscape – even the Southwest Museum – transforming the outside world into an ever-changing delight.
The exterior is equally compelling. A lemon tree-lined entryway leads to a grotto featuring concrete, brick, and wood, softened by cascading wisteria and the gentle sound of a corner fountain. Beyond, a series of outdoor spaces unfold—a grassy lawn, hardscaped terraces, an orchard of fruit trees and grapevines, and a mix of native and ornamental plantings.
A meticulously maintained citrus orchard, curated by Fruitstitute LA, and a thriving vegetable garden, cultivated by Urban Farms LA, further enhance the sense of harmony with nature. At the rear of the garden, a private keyed gate offers direct access to a vast city park, where a tranquil lake, shaded by trees, reveals distant views of the downtown skyline.
An offering of unparalleled distinction, this is a home that must be experienced.
