‘Iconic flying walls?’ This midcentury modern estate has them. It’s for sale in CA
A home that sits behind the gates of a very prestigious place in Pasadena, California, has landed on the real estate market.
The three-bedroom, four-bathroom midcentury modern home rests on a place known as “The Point” — originally called “Hartwood Point.” It is a 26-acre piece of land that originally had Southern California’s first luxury resort hotel, The Sierra Madre Villa, which was frequented by numerous high-profile guests, including President Ulysses S. Grant, a release about the home says.
The 3,877-square-foot home is a marvel all on its own.
“This mint-condition mid-century modern home offers a perfect blend of elegance, privacy, and breathtaking natural beauty on an expansive 3.96-acre lot featuring a mix of flat land and canyon views,” the listing on Coldwell Banker says.
“Architectural Brilliance Meets Serenity Designed to embrace indoor-outdoor living, the home’s walls of glass seamlessly merge the interiors with lush gardens and spectacular vistas. Its iconic flying walls, low overhanging rooflines, and warm cedar wood exterior create an inviting first impression that echoes throughout.”
Most would probably guess the term “flying walls” means a wall with wings or something bizarre along those lines. But they’d be wrong.
“Flying walls are an iconic feature of true mid-century architecture and a favorite of the home’s architect, John Galbraith,” listing agent Terry Piasky tells McClatchy News. “They provide structural support while allowing openness throughout the home.”
Other features include:
Brick fireplace
Skylight
Garden views
Spacious bedrooms
Chef’s kitchen
Swimming pool
Dramatic city views
