First time ever on the market, this extraordinary residence presents a rare opportunity. Designed and built as a personal sanctuary by an artist and architect, the home is a masterclass in harnessing light opening up to nature to create a modern yet timeless work of art. At the end of a private drive and bordering 280 acres of protected parkland, this secluded retreat on over an acre offers an immediate sense of escape while remaining just a 10 min drive to both DTLA and Pasadena. Wrapping a glass-walled courtyard, the home exhibits profound architectural principles, balancing scale, proportion, and materiality. Warm yet modern, the interiors integrate natural textures and refined finishes, creating a space that both inspires and soothes. Each of the major rooms has light on two sides-in one direction, the courtyard, in the other a view to a unique exterior experience. The landscape masterplan, by architect Mark Rios, seamlessly extends the home to a series of outdoor rooms in dialogue with the ones indoors. The adaptable floor plan features 3 bedrooms plus a dedicated office, which can serve as a 4th bedroom. The primary suite opens directly onto the courtyard and includes a spacious walk-in closet and a stunning en-suite bath, where sleek marble and stone meet handcrafted Heath tiles. Classic light fixtures and thoughtfully selected hardware complete the ambiance of understated luxury.Throughout the home, polished concrete floors provide a grounding aesthetic, while the chef's kitchen--open to a casual family area--complements a formal dining room and a living room with a fireplace. Every window is intentionally placed to frame views near and far of trees and landscape - even the Southwest Museum - transforming the outside world into an ever-changing delight.The exterior is equally compelling. A lemon tree-lined entryway leads to a grotto featuring concrete, brick, and wood, softened by cascading wisteria and the gentle sound of a corner fountain. Beyond, a series of outdoor spaces unfold--a grassy lawn, hardscaped terraces, an orchard of fruit trees and grapevines, and a mix of native and ornamental plantings. A meticulously maintained citrus orchard, curated by Fruitstitute LA, and a thriving vegetable garden, cultivated by Urban Farms LA, further enhance the sense of harmony with nature. At the rear of the garden, a private keyed gate offers direct access to a vast city park, where a tranquil lake shaded by trees, reveals views of the downtown skyline.

Last Updated	2/24/2025	Year Built	2004
Community	Montecito Heights	Garage Spaces	2.0
County	Los Angeles

Additional Details

AIR CONDITIONING	Yes
AREA	Montecito Heights
FIREPLACE	Yes
GARAGE	Yes
INTERIOR	All Bedrooms Down
LOT	1.05 acre(s)
POOL DESCRIPTION	None
SEWER	Public Sewer
STORIES	2
STYLE	Contemporary, Mid-Century Modern
VIEW	Yes
VIEW DESCRIPTION	City Lights,Hills,Mountain(s),Trees/Woods
WATER	Public

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