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Project posted by Colby Brown

The Takahashi Residence

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Location
Silver Lake, Los Angeles, California
Year
1967
Structure
House (Single Residence)
Style
Midcentury
Sited on a .3-acre hillside lot in the Silver Lake hills east of Glendale Boulevard, it's asking $1,675,000
Sited on a .3-acre hillside lot in the Silver Lake hills east of Glendale Boulevard, it's asking $1,675,000
Floor-to-ceiling glass wraps around the living area, which offers direct access to the rear terrace.
Floor-to-ceiling glass wraps around the living area, which offers direct access to the rear terrace.
A plush green sectional adds a punchy splash of color to the room's neutral palette. The exposed structural beams extend past the glazing, strengthening the home's outdoor connection.
A plush green sectional adds a punchy splash of color to the room's neutral palette. The exposed structural beams extend past the glazing, strengthening the home's outdoor connection.
Original cork paneling and tile flooring infuse the built-in desk area with retro flair.
Original cork paneling and tile flooring infuse the built-in desk area with retro flair.
Vibrant yellow formica caps the white cabinetry in the kitchen—a space also fitted with all new stainless steel appliances and further brightened via a skylight.
Vibrant yellow formica caps the white cabinetry in the kitchen—a space also fitted with all new stainless steel appliances and further brightened via a skylight.
Wood-clad walls continue into the dining area, located just off the living room. The seamless merge between the two spaces caters to smooth entertaining.
Wood-clad walls continue into the dining area, located just off the living room. The seamless merge between the two spaces caters to smooth entertaining.
Steps from the kitchen is a covered patio offering a cozy, quiet corner to rest and relax.
Steps from the kitchen is a covered patio offering a cozy, quiet corner to rest and relax.
The two bedrooms are spacious and bright, featuring large windows that overlook the tree-tops.
The two bedrooms are spacious and bright, featuring large windows that overlook the tree-tops.
As with the kitchen, cheerful yellow formica can also be found in both of home's two baths.
As with the kitchen, cheerful yellow formica can also be found in both of home's two baths.
The primary bedroom is encased with floor-to-ceiling glazing and opens to another large terrace.
The primary bedroom is encased with floor-to-ceiling glazing and opens to another large terrace.

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Details

Square Feet
1434
Lot Size
12990
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
2

Credits

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Architect
Thomas Takahashi AIA
Interior Design
Photographer
Alex Zarour | Virtually Here Studios

From Colby Brown

Welcome to the Takahashi Residence, designed in 1967 by AIA architect Thomas Takahashi as his personal home. Perched atop the hills of Silver Lake, this pedigreed post + beam jewel box floats amongst the tree tops offering explosive, panoramic views of Griffith Observatory and the iconic Hollywood sign. Comprised of wood and walls of glass, this extraordinary architectural time capsule consists of 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a studio space. A sanctuary in the sky,  live a serene dream in this tree house like setting, surrounded by the sights and sounds of nature from every room. Period details include cork flooring, redwood decking, original cabinetry and formica countertops. Modern amenities include central A/C, heated tile flooring, and a water filtration system. Hovering over a 1/3 of an acre, containing lush grounds and gardens, Mr. Takahashi’s pottery kiln and studio still stand with a collection of his original work. The downward slope lot provides endless potential to create your own park or add an infinity edge pool. This RARE, once in a lifetime opportunity is your chance to own a piece of architectural history that cannot be duplicated again.