Offered for the first time ever, this museum-quality mid-century modern landmark is an exceptionally rare piece of California design history. Designed by architect Joseph Stein as the personal home of famed landscape architect Robert Royston(also designed property), the property sits on an approx acre mostly flat lot with sweeping Mount Tamalpais views. Walls of glass, striking architectural angles, and Royston's extraordinary grounds create a true indoor/outdoor lifestyle, with gardens designed as a series of private outdoor rooms.'' Royston and Stein created two mirror-image homes and landscapes (with a few differences), originally intended for each of them to live side-by-side. The single-level main residence offers 2,379 sq ft (per appraiser) and showcases a rare blend of mahogany, redwood, concrete, and glass. A dramatic wood-burning fireplace is paired with a copper architectural wall element, while poured concrete floors feature wood screeds and aggregate detailing that define each space like built-in area rugs.'' Custom built-in teak pieces remain throughout, including display cases, shelving, and a wall-mounted record player area with storage. The primary suite includes dual-sided closets, a make-up sitting area, and an adjoining sitting room or study with a hidden r
MLS #
BA326011995
MLS Source
Bay Area Real Estate Information Services, Inc.
Days on Site
5
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Laundry
In Laundry Room
Cooling
None
Heating
Central Forced Air, Wall Furnace
Roof
Tar/Gravel
Foundation
Slab
Pool
Pool - No
Style
Other
Garage/Parking
Covered Parking, Detached, Side By Side, Garage: 0 Car(s)
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
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18 Laverne Ave is a Single Family Residence in Mill Valley, CA 94941. This 2,731 square foot property sits on a 0.746 Acres Lot and features 4 bedrooms & 3 full bathrooms. It is currently priced at $2,995,000 and was built in 1947. This address can also be written as 18 Laverne Ave, Mill Valley, CA 94941.
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