The living room fireplace is mirrored on the outdoor one, sharing a chimney.
The meticulously maintained Bel Air home is a midcentury time capsule that still stands true to the architect’s vision.
Instead of reaching to the ceiling, the walls stop around a foot shy, connecting the rooms.
Thanks to the Case Study homes being so meticulously documented, the current owner was able to refurbish much of the property to it's original specifications and finishes.
The steel framing is highlighted with a pop of red rather than hidden away.
Instead of reaching to the ceiling, the walls stop around a foot shy, connecting the rooms.
Glulam Douglas fir beams and Marvin Ultimate windows define the treetop kitchen. The windows were selected for their ability to blend with the timber structure, creating what architect Gabe Hodge calls “openings in the walls, rather than windows.”
The bedrooms are tucked into the stone-clad lower level, while the upper floor, wrapped in Marvin Ultimate windows, opens up to the canopy. The planted roof insulates the lower level while helping the home recede into the landscape.
The barn currently serves as an art studio.
Despite their age, the second floor and attic are cooled with central AC.