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Realtor for Mid-Century Modern & Architectural homes in L.A.❣️erewhon member #02082884 @crosbydoe @carchitectureandcoffee
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𝗥𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗠𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗯𝘂 𝗠𝗶𝗱𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝘆 𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗲 | 𝗯𝘆 𝗔𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗗𝗢𝗨𝗚 𝗥𝗨𝗖𝗞𝗘𝗥 ©️📷 @midmodern_la Designed by the iconic Malibu Architect, Doug Rucker, this estate is nestled into the stone hills of Big Rock Mesa, Malibu. This unique property has been constructed in a way that makes an observer feel they have become a part of the Malibu landscape. Imagine arriving home to an entry walkway that beckons you to slow down and reconnect with nature as you are greeted by ocean vistas and majestic stone outcroppings. This re-centering of yourself into the natural environment was a driving element of the homes design. The sweeping views of Santa Monica Bay, Catalina and the Queens Necklace can be enjoyed from the main rooms on the entry floor including the primary bedroom with en suite bath, living room with fireplace, dining room with access to the wrap around deck and kitchen with butcher block counters. Down the spiral staircase are two additional bedrooms, bathroom and Sauna. A patio off the Lower floor bedrooms provides another secluded spot to enjoy the stunning panoramic vistas. 📍 #Malibu, #California . . . Comment your thoughts below😍 Tag your friends! . ═━═━═━═━═━═━═━═━ 🖤Follow @minimalismoarchitecture for more 🖤 ═━═━═━═━═━═━═━═━ . Like❤️| Comment💭| Share⚡ 📲 DM for credit or removal. ✅ Turn ON Post Notifications don’t miss our content. . . . . . #CaliforniaArchitecture #CaliforniaArchitects #CaliforniaBuildings MalibuArchitecture design interior interiordesign boulder boulders DougRucker MidCenturyHome boulderhomes
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THE NEW YOUTUBE VIDEO IS OFFICIALLY LIVE. Join us on The Value of Architecture YouTube channel for an in-depth exploration of Craig Ellwood’s Case Study House #16. After spending the week looking closely at individual moments within the house, we’re bringing it all together with our full tour and conversation. Brian and I walk through the architecture, details, materials, and ideas that make this remarkably compact 1,664-square-foot house feel so expansive, and discuss why, more than 70 years later, Ellwood’s work remains so relevant. Case Study House #16
Craig Ellwood | 1952
Bel Air, California A sincere thank you to Veronika Sznajder @midmodern_la for sharing this remarkable piece of architectural history with us. Cinematography by Luis Flores @luis__f Considering buying or selling significant architecture? Brian and I would be happy to represent you. THE VALUE OF ARCHITECTURE
Properties With Design Integrity @thevalueofarchitecture
@markhmendez #CraigEllwood #CaseStudyHouse #Architecture
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Eight cinematic studies of Case Study House #16. Moving slowly through interior and exterior perspectives, these moments give us a chance to simply experience Craig Ellwood’s architecture. The transparency. The steel frame. The relationship between interior and exterior. And the restraint that allows a remarkably compact house to feel expansive. At just 1,664 square feet, Case Study House #16 is a reminder that architectural impact has very little to do with size. Tomorrow, we bring it all together. Our full tour and conversation exploring Case Study House #16 premieres on YouTube FRIDAY 9/4/2026. Case Study House #16
Craig Ellwood | 1952
Bel Air, California A sincere thank you to Veronika Sznajder @midmodern_la for sharing this remarkable piece of architectural history with us. Cinematography by Luis Flores @luis__f Considering buying or selling significant architecture? Mark and I would be happy to represent you. THE VALUE OF ARCHITECTURE
Properties With Design Integrity @thevalueofarchitecture
@markhmendez #Architecture
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Three views. One remarkably cohesive house. Living room. Bedroom. Exterior. Seen together, these three spaces reveal just how consistently Craig Ellwood’s architectural language carries throughout Case Study House #16. The lightness of the steel frame, expansive planes of glass, restrained materials, and the constant connection between inside and out allow each space to feel distinct while remaining part of the same architectural idea. At just 1,664 square feet, there’s very little excess here. Every element contributes to the experience of the house. We’re continuing our weeklong look at Case Study House #16, culminating in our full video tour and conversation on YouTube this FRIDAY 9/4/2026. Case Study House #16
Craig Ellwood | 1952
Bel Air, California A sincere thank you to Veronika Sznajder @midmodern_la and the current steward of the home for sharing this remarkable piece of architectural history with us. Cinematography by Luis Flores @luis__f Considering buying or selling significant architecture? Brian and I would be happy to represent you. THE VALUE OF ARCHITECTURE
Properties With Design Integrity @thevalueofarchitecture
@markhmendez #CraigEllwood #CaseStudyHouse Architecture
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You might think this is just a mirror wall. But hidden within Case Study House #16 is one of those wonderfully clever details that makes exploring a house from this era so much fun. With virtually no visible hardware, a simple push releases the mirror, allowing it to rotate and reveal a hanging rack concealed behind it. It’s a small moment within the house, but an incredibly thoughtful one. Even something as utilitarian as storage becomes part of the architecture. And when it’s closed, you would barely know it was there. All week, we’re sharing a closer look at Case Study House #16, culminating in our full video tour and conversation on YouTube this FRIDAY 9/4/2026. Case Study House #16
Craig Ellwood | 1952
Bel Air, California A sincere thank you to Veronika Sznajder @midmodern_la and the current steward of the home for sharing this remarkable piece of architectural history with us. Cinematography by Luis Flores @luis__f Considering buying or selling significant architecture? Mark and I would be happy to represent you. THE VALUE OF ARCHITECTURE
Properties With Design Integrity @thevalueofarchitecture
@markhmendez #CraigEllwood #CaseStudyHouse Architecture
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You get a lot of architecture per square foot in this house. At just 1,664 square feet, Case Study House #16 feels remarkably expansive. Craig Ellwood uses a series of deceptively simple moves: the glass disappearing directly into a saw cut in the chimney, the uninterrupted relationship between inside and out, and the steel frame extending beyond the dining area to become an exterior trellis. The architecture doesn’t simply stop at the walls. Structure, glass, and landscape work together to make this two-bedroom house feel far larger than its footprint. This is just the beginning. All week, we’ll be sharing a closer look at Case Study House #16, culminating in our full video tour and conversation on YouTube this FRIDAY 9/4/2026. Case Study House #16
Craig Ellwood | 1952
Bel Air, California A sincere thank you to Veronika Sznajder @midmodern_la and the current steward of the home for sharing this remarkable piece of architectural history with us. Cinematography by Luis Flores @luis__f Considering buying or selling significant architecture? Brian and I would be happy to represent you. THE VALUE OF ARCHITECTURE
Properties With Design Integrity @thevalueofarchitecture
@markhmendez #CraigEllwood #CaseStudyHouse #architecture
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Big Rock House, designed by architect Doug Rucker, is a mid-century residence embedded within the rocky terrain of Big Rock Mesa in Malibu, California. Rather than clearing or leveling the site, the house is positioned among existing stone formations, using the topography to organize its relationship with the Pacific coastline. Terraced living spaces follow the changing levels of the terrain, while extensive glazing frames views across Santa Monica Bay, Catalina Island, and the Pacific Ocean. Natural materials and wraparound exterior terraces extend the domestic spaces into the landscape, with rock formations remaining present alongside the architecture. A spiral staircase organizes vertical circulation within the stepped section. The house demonstrates a site-driven approach in which topography, existing geology, and views determine the spatial sequence. Architecture and landscape are treated as interconnected parts of the same domestic environment. © Doug Rucker ; @midmodern_la 📍 Malibu, California, USA #ArchitectureLab #DougRucker #BigRockHouse #MidCenturyArchitecture #CaliforniaArchitecture #ResidentialArchitecture #SiteResponsiveArchitecture
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Open Today Sunday, July 19th 2-4pm The Mahler Adams House 10335 Oletha Ln, Los Angeles, CA 90077 @60cycleproperties @midmodern_la
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Designed by architect Doug Rucker, this Malibu home is built around a massive natural boulder that was left in place as part of the design. Rather than removing the rock, Rucker incorporated it into the structure, allowing it to pass through the house and become a defining architectural feature. Set into the hillside above the Pacific, the home combines large expanses of glass, natural stone and warm wood to connect the interior with its surroundings. The design reflects Rucker’s site-sensitive approach, working with the landscape instead of reshaping it. The result is a house that feels closely tied to its setting, with the enormous rock serving as both a structural and visual centerpiece. Photography by @midmodern_la
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Best of June (and no the last photo is not ai!)
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This is the moment. Buenaventura has just been reduced to $9,995/month—creating a rare opportunity to lease an exceptional home at a price point that simply changes the conversation. If you’ve been watching it, waiting, or thinking about making a move, this is the time. A home like this under $10,000/month is going to get attention quickly. Available now. $9,995/month. DM me for details or a private showing.
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Which one are you? 👇😎 1 - Organic 2 - California 3 - Japanese 4 - Desert 5 - Brutalist 6 - Case Study 7 - Googie
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