
5206 Los Bonitos Way
Johnston & D'Agostino in 1963
Featured in Architectural Digest in 2023, this showpiece mid-century home in the Los Feliz Estates has expertly integrated indoor/outdoor flow, cascading windows that allow abundant light, and high-end designer materials and finishes to enhance the home's original geometric 1960s framework. Originally built by architects Johnston & D'Agostino in 1963, then rebuilt and redesigned in 2018 by architecture and interior design firm And And And Studio, with landscape architecture and design completed by AD100 Landscape Design Firm Terremoto, 5206 Los Bonitos is the epitome of California living. The home's heart is the step-down living room bordered by majestic clerestory windows, visible from the front and back of the house, lending a sense of nostalgia to the high-design home. A white brick fireplace extends to the sawtooth ceiling. Fleetwood windowed doors allow an unobstructed view of the backyard, with expertly curated landscape and hardscape surrounding a romantic pool. Poured white terrazzo flooring extends through the main living space, a nod to the home's original era, with white oak flooring in each bedroom. Surrounding the living room are a library, den, and dining area, all with impeccable white oak millwork and built-in shelving and cabinetry. From the den and library, a front atrium with sculptural plantings is framed by large windows--a serene backdrop for relaxation and leisure. The simple and subtle kitchen features abundant cabinetry as well as a center island with white stone countertops, white oak siding, a built-in sink, and bar seating. Top-of-the-line appliances include a Wolf range, a Sub-Zero refrigerator and freezer, and a Miele dishwasher, rendering the kitchen as functional as it is chic. Each bathroom is colorful and impeccably crafted. One bathroom is covered in custom-fired mint DTile squares, featured on the walls, vanity, and inlaid into the sink. The second bathroom is a color study in pink, with Norwegian rose marble floors and countertops. The primary suite bathroom features dual sinks with Waterworks fixtures, a terrazzo soaking tub, and patterned Inax wall tile. Curated designer lighting elevates every room, with Louis Poulsen fixtures gracing the kitchen and bedroom, Atelier de Troupe pendants, Michael Anastassiades sconces in the primary bathroom, Lambert & Fils chandeliers in the dining and primary bedrooms, and Flos wall sconces in the secondary bathrooms. The backyard is a sanctuary, with mature California-native planting throughout, poured concrete, a grassy area, and a gorgeous pool and spa bordered by hedging. Beautiful views of cascading palm trees frame the impeccable yard, with the Griffith Observatory in close view from the spa. Other notable elements include: refinished two-car garage with skylights; mud room; new sewer, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical; and, purchased solar panels. Ideally located in the Los Feliz Estates, just a short distance to Griffith Park, the Greek Theatre, and Hillhurst and Vermont Avenues' trendy bars, restaurants, and shops, this peaceful retreat is a private sanctuary in the heart of Los Feliz. A space imagined by top architects and designers of our time, don't miss out on this rare opportunity to make this immaculate home your own.
The Garduno-Heiser House, 1960.
A testament to ingenuity and engineering: The Garduno-Heiser House, 1960. Raul F. Garduno, Architect, with Peter Heiser and Paul Judson. Garduno and Heiser were classmates at the storied USC School of Architecture in the late 50's, a program that generated prodigious mid-century talents including William Krisel, Pierre Koenig and countless others. Together, the two college undergrads embraced the formidable challenge of designing this, the first of two side-by-side steel frame houses, with construction requiring minimum grading on a steep, and supposedly unbuildable Silver Lake hillside. Long on youthful temerity but short on funds, the pair realized their dream with Heiser, originally a successful child actor, selling his 1950's Corvette to raise capital for construction. Influenced by the sports car's pioneering use of lightweight fiberglass panels, Garduno and Heiser in turn utilized the material in the design of the original sinks and tubs throughout the residence. Featured in 1961 issues of Arts & Architecture magazine and LA Times "Home," the steel frame house is cantilevered over the site, making it appear suspended in the air. Floor-to-ceiling windows offer widescreen views stretching from Hollywood to La Crescenta, including vistas of local landmarks Griffith Observatory and the Hollywood Sign. Approximately 500 square feet of deck surrounds the living room offering a seamless indoor-outdoor lifestyle. In 2015, the current owners began a comprehensive and faithful restoration in consultation with Peter Heiser and the Garduno family. The renovated residence features 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, dining room that doubles as a family room, Malm living room fireplace, and sunken tub in the primary bath that overlooks the private interior atrium. Both bedrooms feature large windows, placed for natural light and sight lines that extend to Griffith Park, while renovation of the secondary bath pays homage to the beautiful tiled mosaics at LAX, 1961 design by Charles D. Kratka. Period details include partially suspended walnut kitchen cabinetry, George Nelson modular shelving system in the family / dining room, home office nook, original Gladding McBean tile as well as art by celebrated mid-20th century ceramist David Gil. The detached carport is situated at the base of the dramatic steps, presenting a corridor up to Garduno and Heiser's lasting achievement.
List Price $2,350,000.00
Two Bedrooms Two Bathrooms | 1395 Sqft
Listed by Crosby Doe
Located in the Los Feliz Estates
This beautifully remodeled mid-century home is perched atop the hills of Los Feliz, offering peak-a-boo views of the DTLA skyline and city lights below. This single-story MCM exemplifies luxury living with its sophisticated design, abundant natural light & open floor plan creating a relaxed and elegant atmosphere.
The Details:
Four Bedrooms | Four Bathrooms | 2,924 sqft
Pool 🏊♂️ | Mid Century Modern | Views
List price $3,495,000
Designed by Albert Frey disciple Harold B. Zook, meticulously renovated in conjunction with noteworthy Angelenos architect Emily Farnham, interior designer Sarah Sherman Samuel and landscape architects Terremoto, from curb to fence up here in the Hills above the arroyo seco. This mid-century modern home is a quiet luxury defined, with elegant design, warm brass inlays, and carefully curated lighting fixtures. Renovated by top architects and designers, the house features a refined kitchen, a private breakfast room, and a stunning primary suite with beautiful canyon views and a spa-like bathroom. The property offers a unique experience with its pool, patios, gardens, and mountain views.
List Price: $6,000,000
Four Bedrooms | Three Bathrooms |3,500 interior sqft | Pool
Listed by Compass & Teresa Fuller