Architect Gregory Ain designed the Modernist style house in 1947, as part of the Park Planned Homes, a tract of 28 houses in Altadena, California. Garrett Eckbo designed the landscaping. The 4-bedroom, 3-bath home in 2,062 sf is currently (August 2023) listed for sale for $1,349,000 and described in part as "reflecting the pioneering spirit of Ain's work featuring distinctive Mid Century Modern design that harmonizes with the natural beauty of the San Gabriel Mountains. The unique layout includes interior courtyards offering privacy within a vibrant community all the while expansive glass walls frame private gardens flooding the interiors with natural light".
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Architect Gregory Ain designed the Park Planned Homes. an extraordinary neighborhood of twenty-eight Modernist homes between 1947 and 1948. High in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, bordering the Pasadena Waldorf campus, the community incorporates the collective spirit and aesthetic sensibilities that define the architect's pioneering work. Interior courtyards shelter homes from the street, providing a sense of privacy within the larger community. Glass walls face private gardens, clerestory windows and skylights provide natural light and cross-ventilation.
The Parked Planned Homes tract is located in the foothill community of Altadena, California. Please do not use this image in any media without my permission. © All rights reserved.
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Mid-Century Modern style house originally built in 1961. The 3-bedroom, 3-bath home in 1865 sq. ft. is currently listed for sale for $1,550,000 and described in the listing as "set on two thirds of an acre in a quiet, sought-after Foothills neighborhood. Meticulously updated throughout with high-end finishes and quality appointments -- French white oak floors, custom cabinetry and window coverings, cedar-lined closets, designer fixtures and luxurious surfaces -- an oasis of comfort and style high above the city below.
Exceptional entertainment areas flow through wide expanses of glass to the flagstone patio and panorama beyond. Recent upgrades include newer central heat and air, copper plumbing, fresh paint, LED lighting and water filtration system. The professionally landscaped grounds mirror the architecture with towering pines and redwoods, citrus trees, pathways, koi pond, flat grassy yard and an attached two-car garage complete with laundry and half bath".
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Craftsman style house designed by an unknown architect for Leon and Elizabeth Chamberlain in 1912. Mr. Chamberlain was an attorney who served as city attorney for the city of St. Paul, Minnesota before retiring to Altadena. Located at 1016 East Mariposa Street in Altadena, California. Please do not use this image in any media without my permission. © All rights reserved.
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Architect Boyd Georgi designed the Altadena Public Library in an International style in 1967. The library is located at 600 East Mariposa Street in Altadena, California. Please do not use this image in any media without my permission. © All rights reserved.
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