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L L O Y D W R I G H T , A R C H I T E C T 1210 Journeys End Drive, La Cañada/Flintridge T H E E M A N U E L G A I N S B U R G R E S I D E N C E , 1 9 4 6 Wright's interpretation of the rambling single story California ranch house for pharmacist Emanuel Gainsburg and his family is carefully set in a mature nature garden at the foot of the picturesque San Gabriel Mountains. It's hidden away yet permits easy access to downtown Los Angeles. Like a sacred retreat, the environment, both indoors and outdoors, is peaceful and conducive to mindfulness. Largely hand- built over a period of years from conception, the structure imparts solidity, as it is constructed of costly redwood stone, concrete and glass. There have been sensitive updates by architect Rick Corsini to the kitchen, cabinetry, and mechanical systems, which facilitate comfortable modern living. Sited on nearly seven-tenths of an acre, the property invites a nearly extinct classic California indoor/outdoor living experience. The generous residence of well over 3,000 square feet incorporates 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, a library, living and dining areas, updated kitchen, laundry and two-car carport. Arch.ForSale/view/1210Journeys $ 2 , 3 9 5 , 0 0 0 // C R O S B Y D O E O N T H E M A R K E T A . Q U I N C Y J O N E S & R U T H S C H N E I D E R D E S I G N E R / B U I L D E R S 8661 Nash Drive, Laurel Canyon, Los Angeles T H E J O N E S H O U S E & S T U D I O # 1 , 1 9 3 8 Shortly after graduating from architecture school at the University of Washington, Jones brought fellow architecture student Ruth Schneider down to Los Angeles where they were married a year later. While still apprenticing with architect Burton A. Schutt they designed and built their first house, a duplex set carefully within the native chaparral high on the western slope of Laurel Canyon. Reflecting the philosophy and many of the design ideas Jones would continue to develop throughout his career, the building is iconic. It is flexible as well: after the war, Jones converted the buildings to a single-family residence using half as his office and design studio. While converted back to two residences today, with soaring open plan living spaces above and bedrooms and baths below, the building lends itself to creative use. Built across two lots, the property is being sold with an extra parcel ideal for future development. Property includes 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, double open plan living areas, a two-car carport, and additional off street parking. Arch.ForSale/view/8661Nash $ 1 , 4 0 0 , 0 0 0 // D E B O R A H G L U S K E R & C R O S B Y D O E R O B E R T F I N K E L H O R , A R C H I T E C T 8440 Harold Way, Los Angeles G . W. P R I C E R E S I D E N C E , 1 9 2 6 Impeccably restored Spanish Revival Estate sited in the hills just above the Sunset Strip affords panoramic city views from Griffith Observatory to downtown and to the ocean. Built in 1926 and designed by architect Robert Finkelhor, who also designed houses for Bob Hope, Harpo Marx and Barbara Stanwyck, among other celebrities, this estate combines period architectural details with modern-day amenities and infrastructure. It features a two-story turret entry, period wrought-iron work, dramatic light-fixtures and stained glass. The spacious step down living room features high ceilings, the original tile fireplace, arched windows, and French doors. The master, with a step down sitting room/office, includes a marble master bath with steam shower and spa tub. There are three additional bedrooms and baths, including a guest suite with bath, a poolroom with bath and kitchen, a gym, an art and music room, and a Zen-meditation garden. Original hardwood floors and doors with carved molding accentuate the house. Enjoy entertaining from the upper and lower terraces, from the salt-water pool and spa, as well as from the sprawling aromatic terraced gardens. 8440HaroldWay.com $ 5 , 9 5 0 , 0 0 0 // H E N RY B L A C K H A M

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