The most important works and designs of Heaven and Earth architect John Lautner
John Lautner is considered one of Southern California’s most valuable and noteworthy architects of the twentieth century.
John Lautner’s (1911-1994) career spanned more than fifty-five years.
Where Lautner shared Los Angeles’s same rebellious, creative spirit,
the architect went on to produce some of the city’s most striking modern homes.
Garcia’s House by John Lautner (Over the Rainbow)
Mid-century perfection
John Lautner’s Garcia House is an iconic representation of the mid-century modern movement.
The house’s stunning architecture,
retro-futuristic design and illustrious history make it a destination of global architectural significance.
It was built in 1962 for famed jazz musician, bandleader, and composer Russell Garcia and his wife, Gina;
The house is also known as the Rainbow House in part because of its vibrant stained glass windows,
curving shape and steel caissons that raise the residence 60 feet above the lush valley below.
The masterful modernism of John Lautner’s Bergren House
The John Lautner Bergren Residence is one of the most iconic homes designed by the famous architect.
Built in 1953, the mid-century modern home is located on a hillside in a sought-after area of Los Angeles,
offering stunning views of Universal City below.
This stunning property is a must-see for anyone interested in mid-century architecture.
Originally built for jazz musician Ted Berggren, the property survived a fire in the late 1950s.
It was later expanded into a two-bedroom residence by Lautner.
The house features many of Lautner’s signature design elements,
including a cantilevered roof, angled walls, and large stained glass windows.
The ambitious life in the Alexander House by architect John Lautner
Architect John Lautner’s 1951 Alexander House embodies Lautner’s innovative mid-century modern farmhouse style design.
It is the only known house built by the architect in Long Beach.
This rare offering captures the beauty of the architect’s early design work,
showcasing his use of organic and textural materials and indoor-outdoor lifestyle.
The dramatic entrance with its cantilevered overhang and welcoming greenery sets the tone for the architectural beauty that lives within.
Floor-to-ceiling glazing and vaulted beamed ceilings celebrate the open-plan living environment of the living room, dining room, kitchen and den.
Lautner’s mentor, Frank Lloyd Wright, inspired the architect’s penchant for bringing nature throughout the property.
The original brick floors and interior garden with walkway preserve Lautner’s architectural vision.
Dramatic, exhilarating design at The Deutsch Residence – Hollywood Hills John Lautnerhome
The Deutsch Residence, John Lautner’s home in the Hollywood Hills, 1954.
An elegant interpretation of Lautner’s early work is on display in this mid-century modern Hollywood Hills home.
Dramatic corners and orange brick walls in the open-plan interior welcome visitors.
A celebration of Lautner’s attention to detail, the living room offers soaring ceilings,
teak paneling and custom built-ins designed by Lautner’s master,
builder extraordinaire, John De La Vaux – known for his excellence in boat building.
Hollywood Hills Mid-Century Modern Home THE WILLIAMS RESIDENCE by John Lautner
The incomparable architectural brilliance is immortalized in the stunningly maintained Williams Residence by John Lautner.
Its meticulous restoration ensures details are an exact match to Lautner’s original design.
Angled Douglas fir beams stretch across the wide-open living area,
expanding it further while borders of light bounce through the glass walls.
