In addition to the famous attractions that tourists often visit, Los Angeles also has many world-famous residential architectural masterpieces, including many famous former residences. Most of the homes have now become new tourist destinations, from Los Angeles’ oldest mansion to modern architecture in the mid-20th century, these iconic buildings have also attracted many fans to visit. Come explore these most famous homes in Los Angeles!
Schindler's Mansion MAK Art and Architecture Center
Mak Center For Art Architecture at Schindler House
Born in Vienna, Rudolf Schindler came up with the idea of building this residence after visiting Yosemite with his wife. The Mak Center for Art Architecture at Schindler House was built in 1922 and is known for sliding doors to the courtyard, an open-air fireplace and lush landscapes.
As a residence, it seemed extremely unique at the time. From the exterior, the Schindler Mansion is more like a campsite that can accommodate two families to live and work at the same time. Once a residence for the Schindler family and other creatives, this architectural gem hidden in West Hollywood in Los Angeles is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is open to the public every Wednesday to Sunday.
Address: 835 N. Kings Rd., West Hollywood, CA 90069
Greystone Mansion
Greystone Mansion
Greystone Mansion is a manor built with Indiana limestone and Welsh slate, which combines Gothic and neoclassical styles. After inheriting the land from his father, Ned Doheny spent more than $3 million to build the manor, and Greystone Mansion alone cost nearly $1 million. But just five months after Ned Dohini moved in with his family, he was shot dead by his longtime friend Hugh Plunket.
Greystone Garden, a land engraved with the grievances of wealthy families, was sold to different developers one after another. It was finally acquired by the Beverly Hills government in 1971 and became a public park and the location of the city's largest reservoir. Covered in the dark green shade of Beverly Hills, the Greystone Court has carefully carved gardens, fountains, stone courtyards and endless green lawns. If you want to plan a summer garden wedding, this is a great choice.
Address: 905 Loma Vista Dr.,Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Avila Mud Brick House
Avila Adobe
Olvera Street is a historic street that belongs to the ancient city of Los Angeles. It preserves the oldest buildings in the city, the most famous of which is the Avila Adobe, built in 1818. It is the oldest and well-preserved ancient building in Los Angeles, and visitors can visit it for free.
Avila Adobe, which is still located in its original location, is the oldest house in Los Angeles and is designated as the Historical Landmark No. 145, , California. This house, built by Francisco José Avila, has been used as a residence for its family members and descendants since its completion. It also served as a military command in the late 1840s. The walls of the residence are made of adobe bricks (composed of clay, water and other organic materials such as straw). Today, the interior of the house is still full of the mark of the 1840s California lifestyle. Dark wooden tables, four-poster beds, candelabras and exquisite carpets create a nineteenth-century atmosphere.
Address: 10 Olvera St., LosAngeles, CA
Gamble Residential
Gamble House
1908 Gamble House was completed in Pasadena, California. This three-story building and interior furnishings were designed by the brothers Charles and Henry Grimm. The owner of the house is David and Mary Gamble of Procter & Gamble.The entire residence is made of wood, and the inside and outside of the building presents a unique unified tone. The house has exquisitely carved wood interiors, as well as eye-catching wood textured decorations and customized wooden furniture. It is a living textbook for people to understand and learn American arts and crafts styles.
In the view of a well-known musician and blogger Moby, "Many arts and crafts buildings have their design concepts originated from Japan, but they also integrate the traditional American architectural design style." "Arts and crafts buildings are usually of moderate size, but Gaibo's residences seem to have been injected with hormones, expanding from small houses to large houses." This is also the filming location of the home of Doc Brown in the film Back to the Future trilogy. Gabriel Residence has been designated as the 871th Historic Landmark in California and is listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places.
Address: Westmoreland Place, Pasadena, California 91103
Ennis House
Ennis House
0Los Angeles famous building that appears in "Blade Runner" is Ennis House. This private residence on Glendower Hilltop Avenue in Los Feliz is 10,000 square feet designed by Frank Lloyd Wright and his son Lloyd was built in 1924 for Charles and Mabel Ennis. Its flat fabric pattern block style design is inspired by the Mayan temple, and the locked concrete bricks of the residence are also decorated with exquisite reliefs.
Grammy-nominated musician Moby praised Ennis House as the most peculiar building he encountered in his life. The design of Ennis residence originated from the ancient Mayan temples, and the patterns on the bricks originated from the Mayan civilization in Uxmal, Mexico. This is not only the location for many movies, it is also widely watched as the 149th Historical Landmark in Los Angeles and the 1011 Historical Landmark in California (California Historical Landmark#1011), and is also listed on the National Register of Historical Places.
Address: 2607 Glendower Ave.,Los Angeles, 90027
Eames House
Eames House
Eames House is a mid-20th-century modern architectural landmark located in Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles, also known as Case Study House No. 8. Built by famous designer couple Charles and Ray Eames, they moved into their new home on Christmas Eve in 1949 and spent the rest of their lives there. Today the interior, items and collections of Ames' residence are exactly the same as those of Charles and Ray when they were alive. Ames Residence was named the most successful case in the 25 Case Residences selection campaign initiated by Art and Architecture.
During the opening hours, the public can go to Ames House at will to visit the exterior of the house for free. If you want to enter the interior of the residence, you need to spend $10 to purchase tickets and book in advance. Group tourists with 10 people and more must make an appointment and sign a group authorization agreement before visiting. One-hour private tour (with guide) The price for in-house visits is USD 275 (1-2 adults) or USD 450 (3-4 adults). Avid fans can also spend $750 (1-4 adults) to experience the tradition of the Ames home – having a picnic on the grass of the home, which includes a picnic basket and a tour inside and outside the home.
Address: 203 Chautauqua Blvd.,Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Hollyhock House
Hollyhock House
After millions of dollars of restoration, the Hollyhock House designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, a landmark architectural masterpiece in the center of Barnsdall Park, was reopened to the public in February 2015. The Hollyhock House, built between 1919 and 1921, was Frank Lloyd Wright’s first construction project in Los Angeles. Honeyhock House created a famous new architectural style called California Romanza (a musical term derived from the "free-creation"), making Los Angeles a leader in art and architecture.
1963, Honeyhock House was designated as the No. 12 Historic and Cultural Monument in Los Angeles, was included in the National Register of Historic Places in 1971, and was designated as the National Historic Landmark in the United States in 2007. Now, every Thursday to Sunday, visitors can take part in the “Walk Wright In” tours. It is worth noting that the hollyhock house is temporarily closed in October every year due to maintenance and maintenance. Remember to arrange the tour time reasonably.
Address: 4800 Hollywood Blvd.,Los Angeles, CA 90027
Ramis Residence
Lummis House
Charles Fletcher Lummis is a famous writer, photographer and activist in the protection of Aboriginal rights and cultural relics. He was the first local news editor for the Los Angeles Times, with only 12,000 people in Los Angeles at the time. He then became the city librarian for the Los Angeles Public Library. In 1907, he founded the Southwest Museum of the American Indian.
From 1898, Lummis spent twelve years building the EL Alisa residence named after the local sycamore tree on the west bank of the Arroyo Seco River. The design of the home was inspired by the Pueblo Indians' church architecture, reflecting his love for the Southwest. The south-facing facade of the residence is made of stones from the Arroyo River. The handmade wooden furniture, beams and cement floors in the residence all reveal traces of the early days of the Arts and Crafts movement. In 1970, it was designated as a Los Angeles Historical and Cultural Monument and was included in the National Register of Historic Places in May 1971. Today, the home is maintained by the Southern California Historical Society and is open to the public from 12 to 16 Friday to Sunday.
Address: 200 East Avenue 43, Los Angeles, CA 90031
Neutra VDL Studio and Residences
Neutra VDL Studio and Residenceshtml (Neutra VDL Studio and Residences) is the only residential building designed and built by Richard Neutra, a pioneer of modernist architecture. Here he works with his wife Dione and raises his three sons. Richard Newzore designed the home to prove that less wealthy people can also enjoy a modernist living environment while maintaining privacy. Natural lighting, glass walls, terraces and mirrors are all signs of the VDL residence in Newzore.
From the VDL studios and residences in Newzore, you can learn about the origins of modern California architecture. This experimental space for living and working was built in three stages in 1932, 1940 and 1966. Today, the mansion provides photos, planning drawings, as well as oral historical and written materials, allowing you to visit in an all-round and in-depth manner.
Address: 2300 Silver LakeBlvd., Los Angeles, CA 90039
Stahl House
Stahl House
Stahl House (also known as Case No. 22) was designed by architect Pierre Koenig. It is hidden among the Hollywood mountains in Los Angeles and is a model of modern architecture in the mid-20th century. In a black and white photo taken by Julius Shulman, two women sit leisurely in a corner of the house, enjoying the city scenery through the floor-to-ceiling glass walls.
1999, Starr Residence was designated as the No. 670 Historical and Cultural Memorial in Los Angeles. In 2007, Starr Residence became the only private residence on the "American Favorite Architecture" list selected by the American Institute of Architects (AIA). In 2013, it was listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places.
Address: 1635 Woods Dr., WestHollywood, CA 90069
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