Harwell Hamilton Harris, FAIA 1949: "The J.J. Mulvihill Residence", Sierra Madre

Located in the hills of Sierra Madre on the foothills of Mt. Wilson you find The John J. Mulvihill Residence, designed by Richard Neutra apprentice and architect, Harwell Hamilton Harris.  The 1949 three-story post-and-beam mid-century modern envelops you into nature with plenty of windows to allow you to take in the gardens below, including a koi pond.  Nestled in the scenic and panoramic hillside, the redwood-clad home was landscaped by John T. Lyle who was also one of the prior owners of this modern delight.  The home was listed for $2,995,000, but has since been removed from the MLS.  

580 N Hermosa Avenue, Sierra Madre, CA  91024

In 2018, the home was offered for $1.6 million.  The main house includes three bedrooms and four bathrooms within approximately 2,000-square-feet.  Cork flooring is found on the upper floor with parquet floors found on the middle floor.  The guest house is approximately 515-square-feet within two levels.

Located on the 16,604 square-foot parcel is a two-story 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom guest house built in 1986 by then owner John Lyle, landscape architect.  

2-Story Guest House

1 Bedroom and 1 Bathroom Guest House
Photos by Laur en Engel

For further detail, please find the floor plan and landscape schematic below:

Vintage photos below of the J.J. Mulvihill Residence taken in 1949 by Julius Shulman; © J. Paul Getty Trust. Getty Research Institute, Los Angeles (2004.R.10).

Removed from the MLS on June 27, 2023.  Please contact Modern Homes Los Angeles for further information.  

This listing was originally held by compASS, the company owned by the bone saw murdering Prince Mohammad bin Salman and agents Robert Kall ick and Laura Martinez.

Sunset Plaza Luein and Pollack on Market

Located in the Hollywood Hills above Sunset Plaza, is this mid-century modern by Luein and Pollack Architects, now on market.  The post and beam 3 bedroom and 3 bathroom design has generous views within 2,511 square-feet of living space.  Allow Modern Homes Los Angeles to provide you assistance in this purchase.

1600 Sunset Plaza Dr, Los Angeles, CA  90069

The 3-story post-and-beam is clad in redwood paneling and above street level with a convenient elevator to assist you in getting from floor-to-floor.  The main level features 2BD/2BA, providing comfortable and versatile living spaces.  The lower level offers 1BD/1BA which could be used as a separate guest suite or an inspiring live/work area. 

The post and beam home presents breathtaking, uninterrupted views spanning from city lights below to the expansive Pacific Ocean to the west. Floor-to-ceiling glass walls showcase the panoramic hillside and cityscape views on both levels. Hardwood parquet flooring is found in the living spaces.  Designed with an open floor plan, the home is flooded with natural light, while it rests above street level to provide privacy.  Several balconies allow you to enjoy the outdoors.

Living Area

Kitchen

Primary Bedroom

Note, there is no central air conditioning, and only window units.  There is a slim back yard to allow pets an area to roam.  The home is currently an AirBnB rental with the current owners obtained a short term rental certificate to allow you the possibility of renting the home short term for extra income.  The home provides private parking for up to 6 cars.

If you are unrepresented and would like more information, please contact Modern Homes Los Angeles.  

This listing is with Equity Union's Andrew Dinsky and Keller Williams Realty's Felix Li.