Exceptional Mid-Century Silver Lake Architectural Residence Harmonizes Sweeping Views and Sprawling Grounds with Your Own Orchard
Exceptional mid-century architectural residence provides a setting that harmonizes fabulous views, a mostly flat landscaped lot over 10K+ SF, and renovations that retain discerning mid-century architectural flourishes. Private terraced rear orchard provides bounty with lime, grapefruit, orange, persimmon and avocado trees, and more opportunities to experience the view. Rarely seen is a property where you can enjoy sweeping westward views to the Griffith Park Observatory and expansive flat grounds. You and your guests will spend many a twilight gazing at the sunset, where you’ll enjoy a cocktail conveniently set atop the cleverly designed fencing with an extended margarita shelf. Rear yard is complemented with pebble and flagstone hardscape, above ground spa, and covered patio. Outdoor barbeque area under the covered patio has retained vintage built-in cabinetry complete with a kitschy 1950’s television (non-functioning), and with a sizeable blue tooth speaker for today’s audio needs. Grounds also include raised planting beds and a prolific organic tomato garden. This residence is also located in the blue ribbon Ivanhoe School district, King Jr. HS, and Marshall HS. Check with LAUSD to confirm.
Front door entry is complemented with Judson Studios stained glass design. Other mid-century flourishes include an entry flooring of period black stone, semi-opaque sliding grooved glass windows, wooden boxed ceiling, curved walls, and an open fireplace. Original 1953 built-in plant boxes are now resourcefully re-appropriated for storage and a bottom lit art display. Interiors are painted a crisp museum white throughout, providing a perfect backdrop for art.
Sun-drenched open floor plan of 1959 SF has been newly and completely renovated offering: burnished concrete floors, glass walls that open to rear grounds, and original fixtures throughout. Interior open floor plan design effectively utilizes and accesses outdoor spaces – ideal for entertaining. Brand new eat-in chef’s kitchen is complete with new stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and a reverse osmosis alkaline water filtration system. You can cook on the new Thermador range while your guests keep you company around the sizeable quartz center island. Other new appliances and upgrades include: Thermador dishwasher, an extra tall Jennair refrigerator, and a new HVAC system controlled with convenient Nest Bluetooth.
Renovated master bathroom is stylish with new bath and cabinet fixtures and quartz counter tops. Renovated guest three-quarter bathroom off kitchen retains cheerful vintage wall paper. Adjacent room is currently used as a convenient small office. A separate 10x12 writer’s studio (non-permitted) with its’ own 10x12 private deck and fabulous views provides respite, and a tranquil space for contemplation. This studio is perfect when you need an additional bedroom.
Chic exteriors are painted in Farrow and Ball slate gray hues. Private front yard with pebbled landscape offers another possibility for outdoor enjoyment. Electronic key pad entry, electric vehicle charger, and timed irrigation system are installed for your modern day need. Two car garage is spacious with washer, dryer, and plenty of built-in shelving for additional storage. Convenient outdoors storage closet is perfect for bikes and strollers. Premium Silver Lake location is a stone’s throw away to favorite local shops and eateries such as Speranza, Nelsons, Trader joes, Little Pine, and Tenants of the Trees.
Deer antler light fixture in dining area is excluded. Previous owner filled an in-ground pool at rear of property. Check with your contractor regarding possible pool potential.
Community Treasures
1. Ivanhoe Elementary School, a 10/10:
2. Secret Stairs LA
3. LittlePine, Moby’s amazing Restaurant
4. Barbrix
5. Blairs
6. Say Cheese
7. Hyperion Public