Located in Long Beach’s California Heights Historic District, this trapezoidal modern is an anomaly in the sea of 1920s Spanish-style bungalows that dominate the local landscape. Known as the Sagehorn Residence, the angular dwelling was designed in 1979 by James F. Porter, a USC-trained architect and AIA Fellow who began his practice in the offices of Frank Gehry before becoming a partner in the international firm of Altoon and Porter.
Though you might expect otherwise from its outward appearance, the 2,454-square-foot home’s interior incorporates numerous elements associated with classic midcentury moderns—think an open plan, clerestory windows, and glass sliders. Taking a page from Gregory Ain, a sliding partition on the main level enables a versatile floorplan. Other notable features include brick flooring, a gas fireplace, built-in bookshelves, quartz countertops, and a private terrace off the updated kitchen.
At the rear of the 4,753-square-foot property is a three-car garage topped by a one-bedroom apartment. Built in the late 1930s, it features an open kitchen, office nook, full bath, and a 200-square-foot rooftop patio.
On the market for the first time since being built, the property is listed with Nate Cole of Suprstructur at an asking price of $1.098 million.
Comments
Me likes.
Also, is it just me or does quartz countertops stand the test of time better than all-the-rage granite?
By AtwaterVillager on 05.29.20 11:01am
I happen to believe engineered quartz offers a lot of options, including some styles that mimic granite. We installed engineered quartz that looks similar to soapstone without the high maintenance of soapstone.
By LudwigBlue on 05.29.20 11:41am
Oh dear no, no synthetic product can match the luxurious feel of authentic soapstone quarried in Virginia and no the stuff from Brazil that they call soapstone is NOT equivalent. Of course soapstone asks for maintenance but it rewards you with a patina that gets richer every year.
By lady who lunches on 06.01.20 12:32pm
You sound like a sad version of Posh Nosh. I want to think you are trying to be droll. I hope you are.
By Mildred Fillmore on 06.02.20 10:25am
He/she is made it clear the decision to install engineered quartz was an informed one based on lower maintenance versus soapstone.
Was your air of insufferable superiority inculcated from childhood?
By BingoWest on 06.02.20 10:37am
$50 word for today
By mrjim1 on 06.02.20 12:33pm
I’m sorry, is there something wrong with insisting on the best quality for myself and my family AND also wanting the best for others even people I don’t even know?
By lady who lunches on 06.02.20 2:47pm
To assume you know what’s best for others is the pinnacle of arrogance.
By BingoWest on 06.02.20 2:53pm
Never change
By mrjim1 on 06.02.20 5:19pm
We looked at all our options, including soapstone, and chose the product that was best for us. Thank you for respecting our decision. Stay safe.
By LudwigBlue on 06.03.20 5:40am
I can’t say that engineered quartz is to my taste but I DO respect your decision to use it in your home as apparently it is to YOUR taste. Please, be well as well.
By lady who lunches on 06.04.20 2:43pm
Oooh, shade… Lol
By mrjim1 on 06.05.20 11:02am
Great look, love the color too.
By Malibu boy on 06.01.20 9:03pm
Isn’t it the opposite? Granite is traditionally the most in demand, but quartz is the new all-the-rage, because it is cheaper than granite but almost as good quality?
By oldlapic on 05.29.20 11:41am
Quartz is usually more expensive than granite. It’s more durable, in that it doesn’t need to be sealed (it’s "manufactured" rock, rather than real stone). If you want the look of marble or granite, but without the upkeep, it’s the best option for you.
By Dastardly Dan on 05.31.20 10:54am
rather nice inside. exterior would benefit from a new paint job/color. yard is small but less to deal with
By LAoneWay on 05.29.20 12:10pm
I grew-up in a 50’s version of this, although not that big the open, soaring ceilings gives it a nice spacious feel. Great layout for a small family. I like the added garage and apartment, but would prefer hardwood floors over bumpy tile. The price is good if Long Beach works for you. I like
By mrjim1 on 05.29.20 12:40pm
This place look like it was built on the cheap and kept that way. It looks like an ad for builder grade products.
By Mildred Fillmore on 05.29.20 6:08pm
I love 70’s modern but this is a stain on the neighborhood. Completely out of context. The exterior concept is strong (the street face profile) but it lacks any character or warmth. The other elevations are builder-grade sad.
New windows throughout are needed to start.
By Cleavon Little on 06.01.20 9:42am
Refreshing compared to the rest of the area.
By Malibu boy on 06.01.20 9:03pm