Lorcan O'Herlihy Architects

Formosa 1140 : : 11 units : : West Hollywood, CA

We love the work of Lorcan O'Herlihy Architects.  Having sold three LOHA designed multi-unit projects in West Hollywood, we have an intimate appreciation of his work and architectural point of view.  Many aspire to acquire and inhabit a home designed by an award winning architect and buying an architectural condominium is an affordable and accessible option.  In case you're not familiar with some of his single family homes, we thought we'd share a few of our favorites.

See more amazing LOHA architecture HERE

Willoughby 7917 : : 8 units : : West Hollywood, CA

Habitat 825 : : 19 units : : West Hollywood, CA

Vertical House : : single family home : : Venice, CA

Sherman Residence : : single family home : : Mill Valley, CA

Flynn Mews House : : single family home : : Dublin, Ireland

Richard Neutra / Paul Hoag Triplex

Home As Art Pick :: 2122-2126 N. Gower Street, Los Angeles

NOT YET ON THE MLS : : FIRST TIME ON THE MARKET

NEUTRA Modernist Triplex in the heart of Beachwood Canyon with units by Richard Neutra and Paul Hoag. One of Neutra's first works in Los Angeles with large lot divided for two separate private gardens. Steeped in history, Neutra was hired in 1934 by the Rajagopal family, renowned educators and architectural socialites, to expand their existing 2BR/1BA spanish home (tenant-occupied) to accommodate friends and family. Neutra's addition was the upper 1BR/1BA unit (tenant-occupied) which showcases an early example of his distinct style. Later, Paul Hoag was commissioned to build an additional studio apartment (vacant) on the property. In total are 3 distinct units rich in architectural pedigree creating a unique modernist compound on this quiet and hidden lot on Gower. FIRST TIME ON THE MARKET, a once in a lifetime opportunity to own an important historic property.

for sale : : 3 units : : $1,200,000

contact us to schedule a showing 310.275.1000

listing courtesy of Rob Kallick : : Take Sunset : : Sotheby's International Realty

photos and text courtesy of Rob Kallick

Just Listed - Penthouse Loft at the Toy Factory

Situated in the Arts District of downtown Los Angeles the developers own vision merges two spacious, single level, 7th floor penthouse units into one exciting environment. Embraced by views of downtown, the LA River and the mountains; this quintessential downtown corner loft supplies an authentic rich lifestyle. The loft features original details such as high ceilings, sandblasted sculptured cement support columns, refurbished industrial steel framed windows, polished concrete flooring, integrated chef’s kitchen and a luxurious playful master; office and secondary bedroom/media room. The interior division is mindfully designed by Aleks Istanbullu to suit the current owner’s needs while the space remains malleable. The penthouse benefits from easy access to the pool, roof top gardens and “chill” space areas. Also included are three on-site parking spaces. Subject sale includes 2 units. Unit #712 & #713. Building has ground floor market & restaurant, Church & State across the street.

1855 Industrial Street, Los Angeles

for sale $1,699,000

presented by Frank Langen : : deasy/penner&partners : : 310.963.3891

property details and more photos can be found HERE

photos by Shawn Bishop

My Home As Art : : Martha & Debe : : Pasadena

Martha and Debe's passion for gardening is evident in the verdant sanctuary they've created surrounding their restored bungalow in Pasadena.  

You can read more about their garden and home which has been featured this month in American Bungalow.

What do you love most about your home?

MARTHA:  That it is a sanctuary.

DEBE: That it is a sanctuary.

What drew you to your home?

MARTHA: The simplicity of the design of the house, the mature fruit trees, the spaciousness of the yard.

DEBE: The yard, craftsman design, and that it could be a wonderful project

What is your favorite thing to do at home?

MARTHA: To work in my office with the windows open, enjoying the various seasons of the garden.  Playing with my grandchildren in my office.  Enjoying the "rainbows" created as the sun comes through the various glass knick knacks on the window sill.  Enjoying the company of others on the patio.

DEBE: Work in the garden creating new spaces and design, sitting outside at twilight, watching the wildlife enjoy the space.

When I'm home I feel...?

MARTHA: Content, at peace.

DEBE: Centered and content.

What makes your home "Art"?

MARTHA: The colors and the harmony that they create along with all the other "touches".

DEBE: The creative way everything comes together. The color choices of both the buildings and plants and the unique temperament of each space.

1435 Tanager Way : : Bird Streets

Home As Art Pick : : 1435 Tanager Way, Los Angeles

We loved this home when we saw it in Elle Decor, and now it's offered for sale.  This stunning 'Bird Streets' home located above the Sunset Strip sets the standard for celebrity living.  Owners Megan Mullally (Will & Grace) and Nick Offerman (Parks & Recreation) renovated their home with the help of local interior designer Ames Ingham.  The result, as described in Elle Decor is "a decorative drama of contrasts: restrained modern furniture accented with highly figured Asian antiques; neutral fabrics and finishes with occasional pops of intense color and graphic rugs; and comfortable introspective rooms with expansive views of city and sky." And if you're looking for something truly "turn-key" this property is also available furnished (price upon request). 

for sale $12,650,000

contact us to schedule a showing 310.275.1000

listing courtesy of Rory Barish : : Lane Four Real Estate

photos by Miguel Flores-Vianna via Elle Decor - HERE

Our Summer Show & Tell

Labor Day weekend marks the official end of Summer but we're still reminiscing about the fun we had.  So we thought we'd share a few faces and places from our partners and staff.  Some of us traveled near, others traveled far to exotic lands.  Some ran, others opted for a Harley.  Some explored with their kids, others with furry friends.  We hope you had a great summer too!

Rick Grahn (and Stella) : : Senior Partner

I went into the wild - Bob Marshall Wilderness, Montana

Lauren Leatherberry-Begert : : Marketing Coordinator

I married my Jr. High School sweetheart!

Jillian Lustig : : Multi-Unit Sales Director

My 3 year old son and I went camping for the first time - Ojai, CA 

Michael Darling & Roland Wilhelm : : Senior Partners

We rode our motorcycles from the Pacific to the Atlantic in under 48 hours, raising over $6000 for the Hathaway-Sycamores organization.

Crystal Heatherly : : Partner

I went to Istanbul and explored the markets and Hagia Sophia.

Tori Horowitz : : Partner

We rented a villa in Umbria, Italy.

Steve Portigiani : : Partner

I overcame my fear of the deep blue sea and became a Certified Open Water Diver in the waters off beautiful Curacao.

Geoff Clark : : Partner

I built a new chicken coop in my backyard for my flock of hens, perfected the fried egg, and grew 13 varieties of heirloom tomatoes.

Jason Kitchens : : Partner

I went to London to see the Olympics!

Stephan Parisi : : Partner

I took a last minute trip to Prague and Greece and discovered the best vacations are ones you don't plan too much.

Craig Terrien : : Partner

I ran the San Francisco marathon.

Just Listed : : Gracious 1920's Spanish Revival

Warm and gracious 1920’s Spanish Revival with Moorish detailing is rooted in regional tradition and has been extensively remodeled for a modern urban lifestyle. On a large southwest corner lot convenient to Hancock Park, Larchmont and Beverly Center, the residence offers 3 bedrooms and 3 baths with original details preserved: over scaled interior archway between formal dining and living rooms, wrought iron, period tile, steel casement windows, and 2nd story balcony with wooden balustrades overlooking a romantic covered patio and garden. Expanded en suite master with walk-in closet and generously proportioned kitchen flow seamlessly with the original plan. Large pool and spa are hidden by mature hedging and trees.

461 N. Mansfield Avenue, Los Angeles

for sale $1,695,000

presented by Max Nelson : : deasy/penner&partners : : 323.578.5221

and Barry Gray : : deasy/penner&partners : : 323.822.3200

property details and more photos can be found HERE

photos by Jim Simmons

Debating Home As "Art" : : NY Times

The Philip Johnson glass house : : Connecticut : : photo by Phil Mansfield

There was a really interesting article in the New York Times the other day that posed a question that got our attention. The article,  "Overpriced Real Estate?  Well, maybe its Art" debates some instances of luxury real estate being marketed and sold as art.  "If it's $100 million, is it art?" Good question.  Recently, sales prices in Manhattan have been flirting with the $100 million barrier, but that niche market is comprised of luxury penthouses. Or rather, luxury condos. 

Interestingly, landmark residences that are widely considered to be architectural masterpieces, aren't getting anywhere near $100 million.  The Farnsworth House, a modernist masterpiece by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, situated on 58 acres of prairie southwest of Chicago, sold to The National Trust of Historic Preservation for $7.5 million.  In our neck of the woods, the Ennis House by Frank Lloyd Wright, located in Los Feliz, sold for $4.5 million.  According to Philip White, President of Sotheby's, "these homes transformed architecture the way Picasso transformed the art world."  

We couldn't agree more.  At deasy/penner we celebrate the notion Home As Art.  But what does that mean?  To us, it's a home that is an expression of who we are and how we live.  A home that is celebrated for it's beauty and honored for the emotional connection that it elicits from us.  It's a place where we start our day and end our day, surrounded by the people and things that we love.  

Tell us what you think.  What makes a home ART?

The Farnsworth House : : Ludwig Mies van der Rohe : : photos via farnsworthhouse.org

The Ennis House : : Frank Lloyd Wright : : photo by Kirk McKoy

Home As Art - France

Graham Nash Photo Assemblages : : Gallery 169

"THIS COULD BE YOU" 

 Gallery 169 is proud to present: 

new photo assemblages by legendary singer-songwriter 

GRAHAM NASH

Artist's Opening Reception

Saturday, Sept. 1st, 5pm - 8pm

Graham Nash has helped shape the world around him through ideas, innovations, and influential works of art for more than four decades.  A legendary singer-songwriter, Nash is also an internationally renowned photographer and digital imaging pioneer whose work is represented—by a classic 1969 portrait of David Crosby—in the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American.Widely known as an activist in support of causes related to social justice, peace, environmental stewardship, and progressive politics, Nash addresses these issues in the twelve (12) previously un-exhibited, large format photo assemblages comprising “This Could Be You,” also the title of one of the works.  Each hand-embellished mixed-media piece examines and questions contemporary political events and societal mores. 

 

“I believe that knowledge is power, that information and ideas are vital to our very survival, that our many problems should be faced, and can be dealt with,” says Nash.  “As an artist, I need to reflect my concerns regarding certain aspects of society facing me today.  I want to express my personal opinions about what goes on around me.  My intent is not to alienate, but to engage.  No one has to agree with me, but let’s keep an open mind.  After all, this could be you.”

 

A portion of proceeds from sales from the opening reception of Nash’s work at Gallery 169 will benefit the Bradley Manning Support Network (www.bradleymanning.org) and the Veterans For Peace Los Angeles (www.veteransforpeacela.org).  In 2011, Nash wrote the song—and released the video—“Almost Gone” to support the cause to free PFC Bradley Manning, an Army intelligence analyst arrested near Baghdad in July 2010 under suspicion of leaking classified information—including a video showing the killing of civilians in Iraq—to WikiLeaks.

 

Currently, Nash is touring the U.S. with Crosby, Stills and Nash.  CSN 2012, a 25-song set presenting the group’s first live performance film in more than 20 years, was released earlier this summer.  Captured in high-definition during the early portion of CSN’s 2012 world tour, the set is available worldwide from CSN Records in Blu-ray, DVD/2CD (3 discs), and Digital formats.

 

Born in Blackpool, England, Nash was appointed OBE by Queen Elizabeth in 2010.  He first rose to fame with British Invasion hit makers The Hollies, and went on to form Crosby, Stills & Nash in 1968.  Nash has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame twice, and is in the Songwriters Hall of Fame.

 

With his photography, Nash has exhibited worldwide.  His work is collected in the book Eye to Eye: Photographs by Graham Nash; he curated others’ work in Taking Aim: Unforgettable Rock ‘n’ Roll Photographs Selected by Graham Nash.  In 1990, he established Nash Editions, now one of the world’s top photographic printmaking houses—and recognized by the Smithsonian Institution for its role in the invention of digital fine art printing. 

Gallery 169

W. Channel Rd.

Santa Monica

complimentary valet parking available during event hours

visit the Gallery 169 website HERE for more information

Rare Concert at the Schindler House : : August 25th

sound. at the Schindler House
Saturday, August 25th, 2012
2pm - 8pm

This Saturday, August 25th, SASSAS will transform the four studios of the Schindler House into distinct listening spaces, each containing a unique work or collection of works.  Noted noise artist John Wiese will run in one of four studios while William Basinski performs live in the courtyard from 5-7pm. The concert will also feature historic works from Pauline Oliveros, collaborative duo Mike Kelley and Jim Shaw, as well as Gary Todd.

BUY TICKETS
Advance Tickets $12: SASSAS and MAK members / Students / Seniors $10; tickets at the door $15

for more information visit SASSAS

Schindler House / MAK Center Los Angeles
835 N. Kings Road
West Hollywood, CA 90069
323.651.1510

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