"I have long been a fan of Steven Ehrlich, FAIA, he is a master of
architecture whose work can be seen to have been inspired by two of my
favorite earlier architects, Neutra & Schindler. Ehrilich's modern
day zen modern designs has now influenced many others world-wide. His
work has been often imitated, but rarely equaled. The Schulman Residence
white walls are in beautiful contrast to the warm wood & stone
tones that anchor this relevant home to it's beautiful outdoor
surroundings. This is a wonderful home and a truly rare offering for
sale". -Markus
About The Property:
Embracing the curved topography of its canyon
location, the Schulman Residence blends with the natural contours of its
site and the vegetation of its surroundings, bonding with the
landscape. The house is set on an ample canyon lot with a large,
informal back yard gently defined by three hillside slopes. An
underground garage minimizes the intrusion of automobiles on the
property.
To separate public and private spaces the 9,000 square foot residence is broken into a pair of two-story wings that subtly pay homage, both in form and materials, to the traditions of early California Modernists. The original part of two symmetrical wings was modified to meet site constraints and programmatic requirements, instead carving out a landscaped forecourt in an approach conceived as a journey of transition from chaos to tranquility. The north wing containing the master suite on the upper floor is aligned with the slope, and is further articulated with clerestories and a greenhouse addition. At the juncture of the two wings, an entry gallery and a double-height living form a central unifying space. A floating bridge joins the two upper floors, spanning the width of the entrance gallery and heightening the symmetry of the wings.
To separate public and private spaces the 9,000 square foot residence is broken into a pair of two-story wings that subtly pay homage, both in form and materials, to the traditions of early California Modernists. The original part of two symmetrical wings was modified to meet site constraints and programmatic requirements, instead carving out a landscaped forecourt in an approach conceived as a journey of transition from chaos to tranquility. The north wing containing the master suite on the upper floor is aligned with the slope, and is further articulated with clerestories and a greenhouse addition. At the juncture of the two wings, an entry gallery and a double-height living form a central unifying space. A floating bridge joins the two upper floors, spanning the width of the entrance gallery and heightening the symmetry of the wings.
Marketing Description:
THE SCHULMAN RESIDENCE. STEVEN EHRLICH, FAIA EHRLICH'S ADEPT
INTERPRETATION OF CALIFORNIA MODERNIST STYLE REFLECTS A COMPREHENSIVE
BLENDING OF THE SENSIBILITIES OF SCHINDLER AND NEUTRA, WITH DELICATE
JAPANESE INFLUENCES. HE HAS PROMINENTLY SITED THE RESIDENCE TO PRONOUNCE
ARRIVAL. HIS ARTICULATE BLEND OF CONCRETE, GLASS, STEEL AND RICH WOODS
INVITE THE SPECIFIC CONTOUR OF THE GROUNDS TO BECOME -AS ONE- WITH THE
RESIDENCE. A GATED, BAMBOO LINED DRIVE LEADS TO A FORECOURT OF THIS
MONUMENTAL MASTERWORK OF A DISTINGUISHED RESIDENCE. EHRLICH HAS DEFTLY
ACCOMPLISHED THE BALANCE OF STRIKING GEOMETRIC ANGLES WITH THE SOFT
LANDING OF A WATER FEATURED ENTRY BRIDGE AND WALLS OF SHOJI SCREEN
INSPIRED, HORIZONTAL WOOD RAILED GLASS. THE ENTRY DELIVERS AN EXTENDED
VIEW OF THE GARDENS AND IS ANCHORED BY A 2-STORY LIVING ROOM, FLANKED BY
TWO DISTINCT WINGS, EITHER SIDE ACCESSED BY A GALLERY RECEPTION HALL
AND AN UPPER BRIDGEWAY VIA 2 STAIR TOWERS. MEDIA ROOM, LIBRARY, DUAL
OFFICES, GAME ROOM.
OFFERED AT $15,000,000
To set up a private showing please call 310.704.4248
