A Gorgeous Joseph Eichler Midcentury Modern is No Typical Glass House
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If you missed out on Billy Duffy’s Hollywood Hills digs, check out this splendid piece of architecture. Midcentury Modern has never looked better than on this classic Joseph Eichler home.
One of more than 11,000 homes built by Eichler, this beauty at 884 S. Cedarwood Street in Orange, California, just hit the market and won’t last long. The four-bedroom, two-bathroom glass wonder, located in the original Eichler neighborhood of Fairhaven, takes full advantage of Orange’s gorgeous weather. The open floor plan and atrium meld with the glass walls to create an airy atmosphere with tons of natural light.
Nature at Its Best
The 2,110-square-foot home sits on an 8,400-square-foot lovely cul-de-sac lot that beckons you to come play in the pool or just enjoy the great outdoors. Eichler was known for building his houses with a connection to nature to create an indoor/outdoor life. Although the houses were mass produced and geared toward middle-income families, they were far from the usual cookie-cutter approach used in many middle-income neighborhoods.
Easy, Breezy Entertaining
The large kitchen opens into the dining and living areas, giving it a breezy, spacious feel. Built-in appliances and metal cabinets were trademarks of Eichler homes, as were the beamed, tongue-and-groove ceilings and paneled walls.
Inside Out, Eichler Style
Eichler also introduced the concept of a primary bathroom in 1953. That concept became a standard feature for homes with three bedrooms. The courtyard and atrium play a prominent role in these houses, with sliding glass doors leading from the primary bedroom to these open areas.
Livable Eichler Communities
From the late 1940s to mid-1960s, Eichler changed the world of mass-constructed housing. In an age of Cape Cods and ranch homes, his designs became synonymous with California Modernist coastal living. His minimalistic approach with clean lines, low-slung roofs, and glass facades turned traditional architecture upside down. His designs, inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright, were a blend of artistic and functional. He didn’t just create homes, he created livable communities that continue to thrive even today.
Kelly Laule of Better Living Socal lists the 884 S. Cedarwood Street property for $1.25 million.
