Privately nestled above the Rose Bowl Stadium, this 5,677-square-foot property includes a recently developed main house constructed of steel, glass, and poured concrete. Designed by Rodney Ross, the four-bedroom, six-bath home embraces indoor/outdoor living and juxtaposes midcentury modern aesthetics with a contemporary industrial vibe. With ample space for entertaining, this remarkable estate is now listed for $5,000,000.
The main house channels a midcentury, modern vibe.
Not only does this compelling compound feature a newly constructed home, but it is also comprised of another striking volume—the property's original Kemper Nomland 1957 ranch has been renovated to serve as a pool/guest house.
The courtyard in the center of the compound opens to a lovely lap pool and connects the main house to the pool/guest house.
A beautifully landscaped courtyard with a pool now serves as the center point between the two structures. "The inspiration was to bounce off the original structure and develop a modern California ranch theme," says the homeowner, who collaborated with the architects on the concept.
The interior of the main home is elegant and airy, with a dark palette warmed by the use of natural wood. A dramatic fireplace is the centerpiece of the open-plan great room.
The chef's kitchen features custom crafted cabinetry, a commercial size pantry, and an epic island of mallet stamped stone. It also benefits from ample glazing, which helps the space bring in an abundance of natural light.
The tongue-and-groove cedar ceiling is an authentic midcentury touch, while clerestory windows help keep the living area bright and airy.
A peek at one of the six bedrooms.
An ensuite bathroom is shared by two of the bedrooms.
A look at another one of the bedrooms that shares the ensuite bathroom.
This bedroom opens to a lovely outdoor terrace.
The mix of materials makes for a vibrant, contemporary palette.
A peek at the stunning master bath.
Here's an up-close view at backside of the fireplace that's located in the great room.
A quiet corner of the courtyard.
The outdoor space also includes a fire pit.
The pool area.
An overview of the courtyard.
The original structure on the property—a 1957 California Ranch by the acclaimed Kemper Nomland—has been painted black and transformed into a spacious pool/guest house.
There is also an indoor/outdoor barbeque kitchen and greenhouse.
With original steel-framed windows, beamed ceilings, warm wood-paneled walls, and a gracious floor plan, this area makes for a wonderful entertaining space.
One of the guest rooms.
A bright and updated bathroom.
The outdoors are easily accessed from every room, showcasing a mix of large specimen trees, drought tolerant plants, and decomposed granite and river rock.
835 Linda Vista Avenue, Pasadena, CA is now on the market for $5,000,000. See the full listing here.
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Jennifer Baum Lagdameo is a freelance design writer who has lived in Washington DC, Brooklyn, Tokyo, Manila, and is currently exploring the Pacific Northwest from her home base in Portland, Oregon.