The award-winning architects Conrad Buff and Donald Hensman designed multiple noteworthy mid-century modern houses across Los Angeles. This one, photographed by Julius Shulman as construction was underway, stands on Cedar Court Rd in the Bellehurst Hillslopes of Glendale. The residence, wrapped in wood siding, seamlessly integrates with its hilly surroundings, offering an indoor/outdoor lifestyle and a hard-to-find Accessory Dwelling Unit.
A large double-door entry fitted with mid-century era knobs and escutcheon opens the four-bedroom, four-bathroom residence, measuring 3,247 square feet, to a foyer. An oak and fir flight of stairs leads to the upper level, where you’ll find the bedrooms and two bathrooms. The primary suite is a stunner. It has south-facing views towards Downtown LA, a fireplace, a soaking tub, and a walk-in closet. Now, let’s head back downstairs.
The public spaces have a series of large windows that frame views of the lush, leafy surroundings. The south-facing deck stretches the width of the house and is accessible via sliding glass doors. Here, you can enjoy all the moments of the sun as it rises and sets.
Notable features include a floor-to-ceiling sandstone brick fireplace, an updated kitchen with a double oven, a Subzero refrigerator, and a wonderful outdoor connection. A half bath, laundry room, and direct access to the two-car garage complete this level. And let’s not forget the Accessory Dwelling Unit, which can work to house the in-laws, a guest suite, artist space, or rental income.
The outdoor space consists of terraced grounds filled with native, low-maintenance plants. A waterfall and pond attract a variety of wildlife. There’s also a flat pad to entertain or retreat under the shade of a century-old majestic California Coast Live Oak. Listed by Jermayne Shannon at Compass for $2,595,000.
