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Chalfant Head, Architect | The French Residence, 1950

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An outdoor seating area located right off the living room can be used for casual al fresco dining.
An outdoor seating area located right off the living room can be used for casual al fresco dining.
The extensive yard overlooks the valley and mountain range.
The extensive yard overlooks the valley and mountain range.
Handcrafted built-in shelving hugs the original brick fireplace, located opposite of the glazing in the living room.
Handcrafted built-in shelving hugs the original brick fireplace, located opposite of the glazing in the living room.
Expansive glazing on one side of the living room frames mesmerizing views of the nearby valley and mountain range. A tall sliding glass door provides direct outdoor access and invites fresh breezes to sweep throughout the 2,112-square-foot interior.
Expansive glazing on one side of the living room frames mesmerizing views of the nearby valley and mountain range. A tall sliding glass door provides direct outdoor access and invites fresh breezes to sweep throughout the 2,112-square-foot interior.
The bright and airy kitchen features new stainless-steel appliances, which pop against the original wooden cabinetry. A broad, two-pane picture window overlooks the manicured yard.
The bright and airy kitchen features new stainless-steel appliances, which pop against the original wooden cabinetry. A broad, two-pane picture window overlooks the manicured yard.
Large windows fill the interior with natural light, further highlighting the home’s striking material palette of wood, brick, and cement. A passthrough between the dining area and kitchen caters to smooth entertaining.
Large windows fill the interior with natural light, further highlighting the home’s striking material palette of wood, brick, and cement. A passthrough between the dining area and kitchen caters to smooth entertaining.
Polished cement floors run throughout the home, complementing the original woodwork. Here is a peek at the private bedroom wing, which is located away from the primary living spaces.
Polished cement floors run throughout the home, complementing the original woodwork. Here is a peek at the private bedroom wing, which is located away from the primary living spaces.
Each of the three bedrooms features incredible natural light. The principal suite also comes with extensive built-ins, including a small, cutout desk area.
Each of the three bedrooms features incredible natural light. The principal suite also comes with extensive built-ins, including a small, cutout desk area.
A closer look at the wood-clad wardrobe, located in the corner of the principal suite.
A closer look at the wood-clad wardrobe, located in the corner of the principal suite.
Original tile adds a playful pop of color to the two bathrooms.
Original tile adds a playful pop of color to the two bathrooms.
The light-filled home office is offers plenty of storage.
The light-filled home office is offers plenty of storage.

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From Brian Linder

An outstanding example of early California Modernism. The home is sited above a gently sloping valley with magnificent views of both Mt. Ceytano and the Topa Topa mountain range. The serene, rural feeling of the setting belies the fact that the city is less than an hour away. The current owners have balanced careful preservation and modernization. Extensive, high quality built-ins, hardware and tile were all preserved, while concrete floors and new stainless steel appliances complement the original design and provide a seamless continuity from past to present. A thoughtful, L-shape layout separates the public rooms from the private bedroom wing, which includes one large, ensuite bedroom with bath along with two other bedrooms that share a full bath. Deep, broad eaves with Piloti amplify the usable space while creating a shaded surround to the entire structure. The generous grounds with mature trees offers privacy and space while leaving plenty of room for a pool. The grand driveway leads to an oversized two car garage and elegant motor court. This home is located near the end of a private road in an enclave of mid-century houses. Published and rare, this is the first public offering.