Silver Lake Chronicles: Exploring an Urban Oasis in Los Angeles :: A New Book by deasy/penner Partner, Michael Locke

We are pleased to announce the forthcoming book by deasy/penner Partner, Michael Locke exploring the lives of "Mansion builders and movie stars, bohemians, visionaries and just plain folk with colorful anecdotes about early movie magnates William Selig and Mack Sennett and silent screen idols Mabel Normand, Antonio Moreno and Roscoe "Fatty" Arbuckle in new and surprising ways. Other lesser know, but richly deserving, stories are shared perhaps for the first time. Authors Michael Locke and Vincent Brook present a rich tapestry of the unique urban oasis whose appeal only seems to grow." Now available for pre-order on Amazon and on the shelves of local bookstores shortly.

1958 Mid-Century

Above the Altadena hills at the end of a private road, a piece of heaven awaits. Extremely quiet and secluded mid-century jewel, designed by William L. Duquette in 1958. This home features post and beam, high ceilings, walls of glass, open floor plan with ample storage, and dramatic city and mountain views from every window. The living room with a handsome fireplace opens to a wonderful deck looking over the Los Angeles skyline with spectacular sunsets. With three lovely bedrooms, two baths, and an open dining area, the house flows smoothly and feels spacious. The yard offers much serenity with a large pool, above ground spa and patio all situated on a nearly a full acre lot neighboring the National Forest and Los Angeles Crest hiking trail. This is a very special house.

1167 East Loma Alta Drive, Altadena

for sale - $850,000
contact us to request a showing :: 626.683.0777

Presented by Carol Ortega & Dorothy Korostoff :: deasy/penner&partners

A Glimpse at the World Architecture Festival 2014 Winners

The Carve :: Norway :: A-Lab

In a series that began in July, we looked at the shortlist for 2014's World Architecture Festival. The event, which seeks to award the best architecture from around the world in 30 individual categories, featured three days of talks, key-note speakers and networking opportunities. This year's theme was “Architects and the City,” focusing on the contributions architects make to cities, and how they affect – and are affected by – politics, infrastructure, planning communities and technology. Today, we culminate our series by taking a look at some of this year's festival winners.

La Ascension del Señor Church :: Spain :: AGi architects

The Pinch China Olivier Ottevaere and John Lin :: The University of Hong Kong

Hancock Park Modern by Assembledge+ Architecture

Rare Modernist home in historic Hancock Park area designed by AIA award winning LA firm, Assembledge+. This outstanding home of glass & wood is the quintessential example of indoor/outdoor SoCal Modernism. The 3bed/3bath + office corner lot residence has been featured not only in the NY Times home section, Sunset Magazine & Architecture books, but also a Finalist in Dwell Magazine's "Houses We Love" competition as well as featured on Dwell Magazine & AIA Home Tours. The open floor plan is flooded with natural light from the floor to ceiling glass sliders. A glass wall in the sunken private family room rolls open marrying the back yard to the indoor space. The second floor bedrooms each have a deck with views of the Hollywood Sign. Features include: Walnut Cabinets & Built Ins, Cook's Kitchen, Viking Appliances, Floor to Ceiling Glass Sliders, Garage, Roof Top Deck, Central HVAC, Radiant Floor Heating, Walk In Closet, Spa Tub, Dornbracht fixtures, T Stop St, & close to Larchmont Blvd.

385 Ridgewood Place, Hancock Park

for sale - $1,895,000
contact us to request a showing :: 310.275.1000

Presented by Elizabeth Gottainer :: Douglas Elliman Real Estate

deasy/penner&partners Sponsors Pasadena Heritage's Craftsman Weekend

deasy/penner&partners proudly sponsors Pasadena Heritage's Craftsman Weekend, an event exploring Pasadena's unique contributions to the American Arts & Crafts movement featuring bus tours, walking tours, self-guided tours, workshops and lectures, evening events in historic sites and a furnishings show and sale. 

The signature event of the weekend is an all-day drive yourself home tour of Pasadena's extraordinary Craftsman-era homes. This in-depth drive-yourself tour provides the opportunity to experience the rich variety of Craftsman architecture that makes Pasadena a destination for Arts & Crafts enthusiasts. Experienced docents will provide detailed histories of each of the featured homes while guests examine the natural materials, fine craftsmanship, and exquisite detailing that exemplify the Craftsman era. The tour will feature five examples of Craftsman Architecture and a bonus Greene and Greene home in nearby Sierra Madre.
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The Wellborn House

The IDA Hawes House

Bright Venice Architectural

Stunning architectural compound on lot approved for a small lot subdivision in the heart of Venice, seconds from hip Rose Ave, Abbot Kinney and the beach! Place your show stopping art piece in the formal entryway. Slate tiles throughout the downstairs floor give a sleek feel with warmth added from the wood paneled ceilings. The living room is spacious and full of light from the floor to ceiling sliders that open to your courtyard that connects the living space and the dining/kitchen area. Kitchen has Caesarstone counters, glass tile details, custom cabinets and high end stainless steel appliances perfect for all entertaining. Go up the stairs to another living space perfect for an office or den. Two bedrooms on this level, the master having a large walk in closet and stunning bathroom with soaking tub and glass shower. One level up is the third bedroom and balcony. This is a rare opportunity to have a beautiful architectural on an expansive lot west of Lincoln- endless opportunities!

543 Vernon Avenue, Venice

for sale - $2,795,000
contact us to request a showing :: 310.275.1000

Presented by Tami Pardee :: Pardee Properties, Inc.

1927 Spanish Colonial with Bart Prince Addition

The Spence House. A 1927 Spanish Colonial embraced by a dynamic organic modern addition, circa 1991. Designed by Bart Prince, world renowned architect credited with the Japanese Pavillion at LACMA. The house is an enthusiastically unconventional mash up of old world character and soaring modernism, built around an existing Sycamore tree, providing a central exterior courtyard. Transcend an undulating incline to the voluminous gallery space; available for grand entertaining and significant art display. Features include 4 bedrooms, 5 baths, character rich Living Room with fireplace, beamed ceiling and built in bookcases, Formal Dining Room, Art Gallery with a catering kitchen, large Family Room, Pool, Spa and 3 car garage. This is truly Home as Art.
www.333grand.com

333 Grand Avenue, South Pasadena

for sale - $2,222,800
contact us to request a showing :: 626.683.0777

Exclusively Presented by Jimmy Wilson :: deasy/penner&partners

WestEdge Design Fair

WestEdge is a four-day event that offers the best in modern design, all in an environment designed to engage, entertain and inspire. The fair offers the opportunity to shop from premium home furnishings brands-many new to the West Coast and meet the designers behind thousands of inspiring products. In addition, attendees gain insight from leading names in the design industry with a full series of educational programs and special events.

Home to internationally renowned museums, leading design schools, hundreds of manufacturing brands, and a prodigious number of leading architecture and design firms, we can’t think of a better place to celebrate progressive, contemporary design than in Southern California.

Dates & Hours
Opening Preview (for design trade and VIP Guests) 
Thursday, October 16, 2-10:30pm (opening night gala from 6:30-10:00pm)

Open to the trade and public
Friday, October 17, 11am-7pm
Saturday, October 18, 11am-6pm
Sunday, October 19, 11am-5pm

Location
The Barker Hangar
3021 Airport Avenue
Santa Monica, CA 90405

Tickets
$20 online advance purchase includes a one-year digital subscription to Architectural Digest

deasy/penner&parteners' Craftsman Contest for a Free iPhone 6

Enter our Craftsman Contest in celebration of Pasadena Heritage's Craftsman Weekend, October 17-19, for the chance to win a free iPhone 6. Make sure you're following us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter, then post a picture of your favorite Craftsman-style, tag deasy/penner and use #craftsmancontest. 

The drawing for a random winner of an iPhone 6 will be on October 24. Click here for full contest rules.