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The historic property sits nestled in the foothills of the Verdugo Mountains, offering plenty of peace and privacy while only being about a 15-minute drive from Downtown Los Angeles.

This geometric L.A. residence was the last project to be completed during acclaimed architect Pierre Koenig’s lifetime.

"Our many ideas were floating around the mountain, and we needed someone to bring them down and turn them into reality,

Set on 21 acres at the top of the Snoqualmie Valley, the 3,200-square-foot Maxon House represents a major lifestyle change for the Maxons, who previously lived in a split-level in a planned subdivision. "When you’re here, you just sit and watch what’s happening outside," says Lou. "It’s like the Weather Channel. We don’t even need the TV." Kim adds, "In spring everything explodes." Cedars, hemlocks, and vine maples shoot up from the fern-covered hillside.

Inside, an open layout seamlessly merges the main living areas, while numerous picture windows ensure natural light is ushered throughout.

A wall of storage in the living area has become a revolving display of souvenirs and found objects, either from their travels or shopping trips around the city. A wide window was installed to make the room feel like a treehouse. "I really wanted the home to feel bright and serene,

Set in Highland Park, the 1920s Spanish-style home pairs smooth plastered walls with Saltillo, Talavera, and zellige finishes.

“We pulled apart one volume and staggered it along the buildable area of the property,” says architect Matthew Ahlberg of Portland firm Barrett Made. The home is clad in unfinished cedar, meant to weather over time.

The downstairs powder room features a vessel sink by Nantucket Sinks and a counter topped with OUTERclé's "Dolce Vita Terrazza

The Garduno-Heiser House above Silver Lake has a daring cantilever, vintage tile, and original walnut cabinetry.