Offered for the first time in nearly thirty years, this exquisite mid-century modern home is a rare example of the quiet genius of Edward H. Fickett, FAIA - an architect long revered by insiders but only recently receiving the broader recognition his work deserves. Called the ''Frank Lloyd Wright of the 1950s'' by Better Homes & Gardens, Fickett designed over 60,000 structures, yet each residence was uniquely attuned to its setting, materials, and lifestyle. His designs were forward-thinking but timeless--an ethos now being rediscovered by collectors and preservationists across California.Set on an elevated corner lot in the hills above the flats, the property offers privacy, panoramic canyon views, and the kind of architectural pedigree rarely found in today's market. The entry courtyard leads to a striking pivoting front door, opening into a dramatic main living space with beamed ceilings, a stone fireplace, lacquer-finished bookcases, and two fully retractable walls of glass doors that blurs the boundary between indoors and out.A marble-topped wet bar with vintage iron hardware and paneled cabinetry complements the adjacent den, which features a pocket billiards table, marble fireplace, built-in media wall, French doors, and upgraded lighting.The 40-foot kitchen is a showpiece of functionality and design--anchored by a 12-foot island with seating, white-lacquered maple cabinetry, dual Wolf induction ranges, Miele warming drawers, Sub-Zero refrigeration, book-matched statuary marble countertops, and a large walk-in storage room.A skylit stair-tower leads to the primary suite, which includes French doors to a private balcony, a marble fireplace, tall beam ceilings, dual walk-in closets, and a spa-style bath with marble shower, soaking tub, dual toilets, and bidet., a guest bedroom--plus two en suite--feature beamed ceilings, stone floors, and walk-in closets.Outdoors, the lushly landscaped yard includes a Pebble-finish swimming pool, built-in grill with sink, two covered patios, a detached bath house, new brick paver decking, and custom-upholstered seating. Additional upgrades include a new roof, updated plumbing, fresh exterior paint, and gutter filtration.For those who recognize the signature of great design--beyond name recognition alone--this is an opportunity to own a piece of architectural history from one of California's most prolific yet under-celebrated visionaries. Edward Fickett's work is no longer a secret. But still a privilege to own
