Laurel Canyon

Leaving Hollywood is a little more special by way of the twists and turns of Laurel Canyon Boulevard. The at-times cathartic drive (best caught during off hours) promises glimpses of bohemian bungalows to soaring modern architecture, on the steady climb to charmsville. Graded in 1907 at a cost of $10,000 Laurel Canyon Blvd ran up… Read More

Legacies of LA first covered 2660 Skywin Way nearly two years ago when it was a contemporary 5 bed/4 bath, 3,203 sq. ft. residence that had been owned by the same family for 40 years. Since 2015, when the home had changed hands for the first time, 2660 Skywin has undergone an extensive redesign by… Read More

A stunning example of mid-century modern design at its best, the four-bedroom, four-bath home is 3,212 sq. ft. and sits on more than an acre of land in a hidden canyon with tree top views. Asking price is $2.95 million. The home has been faithfully restored and updated by architect Tony Unruh of Unruh Boyer,… Read More

A Laurel Canyon address such as 8660 Allenwood Road says it all. Storied rock and roll culture? Check. Wonderland Elementary? Check. Close proximity to World Famous Sunset Strip, Runyon Canyon, the Mulholland Tennis Club, shops and dining along Ventura Blvd? Check. This 5 bedroom, 4 bath house and just over 2,900 sq. ft. is ready… Read More

Built in 1958, 2344 Sunset Heights Drive was built during the time shortly after World War II when designers were constructing experimental homes. According to Frank Mulcahy in a 1962 edition of the Los Angeles Times, “Experimental homes, or case study homes as they are sometimes called, have had a marked influence on the industry… Read More

8529 Ridpath Drive is the perfect artists’ retreat in Laurel Canyon’s desirable Kirkwood Bowl. Echoing mid-century modern design, it was built in 1962, which was still early in the decade that marked Laurel Canyon as the epicenter of Rock ‘n Roll. By the late 1960s, Carole King, Brian Wilson, Jim Morrison, Dusty Springfield, Joni Mitchell,… Read More

Leaving Hollywood is a little more special by way of the twists and turns of Laurel Canyon Boulevard. The at-times cathartic drive (best caught during off hours) promises glimpses of bohemian bungalows to soaring modern architecture, on the steady climb to charmsville. Graded in 1907 at a cost of $10,000 Laurel Canyon Blvd ran up… Read More

Commissioned in 1958 for Roy and Carol Mills and their children, 8840 Lookout Mountain was an engineering marvel of its time. In fact, the Mills Residence received the first Architect-Builder-Crier Award as an unusual hillside dwelling. Designed by Donald P. Polsky, FAIA, this distinguished Mid-Century Modern home is influenced by Polsky’s mentor, Modernist Master, Richard… Read More

Ah, the Sunset Strip. It’s a particular alliteration that inspires glamour, intrigue, and images of a history unique to the allure of Old Hollywood. 8787 Appian Way, with its classic Mediterranean Revival design, sits nestled not far from this famed icon among scenic, winding vistas. The 4,390 square foot home exudes sublime elegance, offering 5… Read More

Nestled in the heart of Bungalow Land, 2125 Upper Kress is a stunning, private property that features 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, 2-car garage and boasts magnificent canyon views. Located in arguably one of the most magical neighborhoods in LA, the home is situated in the coveted Wonderland school district. Set above the road, this incredibly… Read More