Our latest listing is a new Tenants-in-Common community on a palm tree-lined street in Echo Park. Perched above Sunset Boulevard, four tranquil Spanish-style residences with sweeping views from the Downtown skyline to the Griffith Observatory and the Hollywood Hills are being offered for the first time. Central to the design philosophy is highlighting the historic 1920s character while introducing new architectural elements to create a cohesive space for elevated living. The property’s location provides easy access to the hub of cafés and restaurants on Sunset Boulevard and Echo Park Avenue.
The House Tour
In her book, Elizabeth Roberts Architects: Collected Stories, Elizabeth Roberts says, “With historic preservation projects, there is always a lot to learn. Each one provides lessons about an earlier era’s construction methods and aesthetic ideals. Each one also requires new solutions for bringing the past into the present.” Here it is seamlessly achieved.
This unit is positioned on the upper level. Inside, the two-bedroom, one-bath layout reveals an interior bathed in beautiful natural light from large, original windows and doors that embrace the surrounding landscape’s greenery and mature trees. As you move through the space, you see a curated selection of fixtures and surfaces that enhance its heritage and historic character. At the same time, a neutral material palette allows for a range of design expressions and individualization.
Inside, the living room is anchored by a decorative Batchelder-style fireplace, flanked by built-in bookshelves. The original French-style windows frame views of the city. Hand-made ceramic wall sconces hang above the mantel and adorn several walls throughout the home, offering a soft, indirect evening light. There’s also a space dubbed the Zoom room, which is perfect for working from home.
The living room overlooks an open dining and kitchen space, where custom-built cabinetry, decorated with handcrafted aged brass hardware, lines the walls. This is complemented by leather-finished marble countertops, adding to the unique tactile quality of the residence. A commercial-grade Italian range is also present to inspire your culinary spirit and impromptu dinner parties. Down the hallway are the private spaces.
Located near Elysian Park, the property affords easy access to nature and neighborhood life. Both Elysian Park and Dodger Stadium are nearby. Down the street, you have Honey Hi, our favorite daytime spot for breakfast, lunch, or an early wholesome dinner. Little Joy Bar and Short Stop are long-standing favorites for cocktails and dancing before and after Dodger home games. Along Echo Park Avenue, Canyon Coffee serves locally roasted, organic coffee, tea, and seasonal fare, alongside Bacetti Trattoria and Cookbook. Read more about Casa Laveta in our My House series.
