Cared for "Ito House", Josef Van der Kar, 1962

Impeccably cared-for mid-century modern "Ito House" by architect Josef Van der Kar is now on market.  The post-and-beam design was built in 1962 and provides ultimate privacy within the Wonderland Park enclave of modern homes in Laurel Canyon. The main house consists of 1,600-square feet of living space on a 32,416-square-foot site.  The home is listed for $3,500,000.  The current owners have brought this home back to life!  Now, it is time for its next steward to enjoy the home.

The "Ito House" residence is located at 8937 Wonderland Park Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046 and you will want to look for Robinhood Ln for the entrance to this home.  The residence includes living and dining areas that open to the pool, spa, and expansive flat grounds.  With 3 bedrooms and 2 baths in the main residence, take in the splendid nature of the backyard and secluded position of this home.  

The original garage has been converted into a screening room with a period bathroom.  Also, a study/workshop has been added, along with a new carport within a gated parking plaza.  Note the Assessor's square footage does not account for the added footage of later alterations/additions.

Please reach out to Modern Homes Los Angeles if you are an unrepresented buyer looking for more information on this listing.  The home will be open to the public on Saturday, July 15, 2023 and Sunday, July 16, 2023 from 2pm-5pm.  

This beautiful listing (23-289621) is held with Crosby Doe Associates, Inc and Crosby Doe, agent.

Modern Tranquility in the Hills

Attributed to architect Gene Loose, this three bedroom and two bathroom modern with walls of glass is within 1,750-square-feet of living space on a tranquil 22,959-square-foot site.  The 1951 post-and-beam is located at 2357 Hermits Gln in the Laurel Canyon area of the Hollywood Hills-West area of Los Angeles.

The residence includes a dramatic cantilevered staircase ascending the hillside to the entry.  Original built-in cabinetry is found in the primary bedroom.  Redwood paneling is found in the interiors and flow to the exterior.  A terrazzo wrapped eat-in bar leads you into the kitchen.  The living room features cork flooring and a cozy fireplace.  An herb garden and barbecue are found in the ample-sized backyard with nature abound.

Please reach out to Modern Homes Los Angeles if you are an unrepresented buyer looking for more information on this listing.  The home will be open to the public on Saturday, July 15, 2023 and Sunday, July 16, 2023 from 2pm-5pm.  

This mid-century modern listing (23-278845) is held with Crosby Doe Associates, Inc and Ilana Gafni and Crosby Doe, agents.

The Morgridge House: An Architect's Abode

2973 Meyerloa Lane, Pasadena, CA  91107

Located in the Kinneloa Canyon area of Pasadena is this beautiful 1957 post-and-beam home designed by architect Howard H. Morgridge, F.A.I.A. (1919-2001) for his family including wife Alice and their three daughters.  Located at 2973 Meyerloa Lane in the northeast portion of Pasadena this modernist gem is Altadena adjacent.  

Front Exterior; Photo by Julius Shulman, 1957

The five bedroom and 3 bathroom mid-century modern design encompasses 3,570-square-feet on a large 45,421-square-foot lot.  Indoor-outdoor entertaining areas galore!  USC Architecture School graduate from 1942, Morgridge would partner with Whitney Smith and Herbert Powell in establishing Smith, Powell & Morgridge from 1955-1966.

2973 Meyerloa Ln, Pasadena, CA 91107

No longer is the koi pond outside the primary bedroom suite, as it has been covered in cement, but you can imagine the look through vintage photos by photographer Julius Shulman who shot the home in 1957.

The architect's home office

Truly a home for a family, the outdoor areas are perfect for entertaining or enjoying a day of sun by the pool.  Listed for $2,500,000, this offering shouldn't last long on market with its provenance, design and fairly intact condition, should propel it into a quick escrow.

Morgridge began his career as a Junior Draftsman for Van Pelt & Lind in 1937 and would join Marsh, Smith & Powell as a Designer from 1943-1948 prior to him becoming a partner.

Partial Principal Works by Howard Henry Morgridge, F.A.I.A. include:

Founders Hall, USC, Los Angeles, 1949

K.L. Carver Elementary School, San Marino, 1953
Corona del Mar Elementary School, 1954

Athletic Center, California Institute of Technology, Pasadena, 1954
El Camino College, Life Science Building, University of California at Los Angeles, Torrance, 1948

San Gabriel High School, 1955

Santa Monica City College, 1952-1953

California State College Fullerton Master Plan & Humanities Building, 1962

City of Fullerton, City Hall #3, Fullerton, 1962

Rio Hondo Junior College, Whittier, 1963

Vintage photography by Julius Shulman, taken in 1957:

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

P1-14301PF is listed with EXP Realty of California, Inc.; Evangelyn Lin, Agent