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Out Of State,CA 90290
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,873 sqft
Price per Sqft $880
MLS Listing ID 7147383
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Year Built 2011
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 0.312 Acres
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
M. Charles Bernstein, AIA, Architect | Bernstein House, 2011.
Nestled on a verdant site with spectacular views of a mountain ridge to the north, the multiple award-winning architect's own home is straightforward and elegant, with an integration of form and function, efficient use of space, and exacting attention to detail.
A series of folded planes defines the exterior volume. The standing-seam metal roof folds down to become the exterior wall finish on one side, rising up on the other to create an eighteen-foot high glass wall facing the mountain. Another fold above the Kitchen creates a butterfly condition, allowing a large clerestory window to flood the interior with southern light. These lofty gestures are counterbalanced by surrounding low ceilings in the dining alcove and private wing, providing a sense of compression and release.
The open floor plan flows seamlessly throughout the house, connecting interior spaces to one another, and beyond to outdoor decks on both sides. Every room in the house is connected to nature through large storefront doors and windows. The palette of materials is minimal and soothing, with hardwood floors throughout, flat-front cabinetry, custom concrete countertops, stainless appliances, and European hardware and fixtures. In the primary bathroom, floor-to-ceiling large-format tiles, an ovoid Corian soaking tub, and an indoor/outdoor shower create an in-home spa environment. Bedrooms are light-filled and spacious, thanks to the abundance of operable windows.
The home is intrinsically fire-hardened in defense against wildfires: roof and south wall are clad in steel, all other walls are clad in cement-board panels, there are no eaves, windows are one-inch-thick insulated glass, vents are screened against embers, and decks are enclosed at the perimeter. A converted garage with separate entry allows for many attractive uses: guest suite, art studio, or stand-alone apartment, with a proven history of rental income.
Location
State CA
County Out Of State
Interior
Heating Central
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood
Exterior
Exterior Feature Garden,Private Yard
Fence Fenced
Pool None
Community Features None
Utilities Available Electricity Connected,Water Connected
Waterfront Description None
View Trees/Woods
Roof Type Metal,Mixed
Building
Lot Description Corner Lot,Front Yard,Gentle Sloping,Landscaped,Native Plants,Private,Private Maintained Road,Sloped Down,Trees-Moderate,Views
Foundation None
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Structure Type HardiPlank Type,Metal Siding,Vertical Siding,Stucco
New Construction No
Schools
Elementary Schools Other
Middle Schools Other
High Schools Other
School District Other
Others
Special Listing Condition Standard