Here’s Your Chance to Get an Authentic John Lautner House
The John Lautner designed circular home in Sherman Oaks hits the market for the first time since it was built in 1950.
The architectural masterpiece designed by one of my favorite modern architects, John Lautner, can be had for $1.6 million, which is not bad for a home situated on a 5,556-square-foot lot in the hills of Sherman Oaks, South of Ventura.
The unconventional residence was originally built for Louise Foster, who was a schoolteacher, and has been in the family ever since. It’s a bit of a landmark with its conspicuously curved wooden walls and spaceship design.
“Not only is this iconic John Lautner home completely unique in its shape and design, it’s the first time it has been on the market, making it a rare opportunity that will captivate those looking for something truly original,” says listing agent Aaron Kirman of Aaron Kirman Group at Compass.
Measuring a petite 1,200 square feet and offering two bedrooms and two baths, it’s not a massive home, but every square inch is thoughtfully designed to allow an abundance of light to permeate the interior.
Upstairs in the circular part of the home there’s a living room with curved walls and beamed ceilings. Sliding doors open to a unique curved terrace, with views of the San Fernando Valley below. A distinctive central concrete post supports the structure.
Upstairs in the angled extension is a kitchen with stainless-steel appliances, and a large bedroom with a built-in desk, cabinetry, closets, and generous bathroom with a skylight.
Downstairs there’s a carport, plus a bedroom and full bath. The space could easily double as a home office, recording studio, or cozy den.
The Foster family has owned and maintained the distinctive home since it was built. For the past two decades, it’s been rented out to actor Rex Linn, who is probably best known for his 10-year stint as Detective Frank Tripp in “CSI: Miami.”
For more photos and info on this Sherman Oaks John Lautner house, see my original feature on Realtor.com.
