Inside the forgotten Neutra home in Los Angeles | Home Tour

Discovering a forgotten Richard Neutra home is a rare occurrence, but that's precisely what happened when Erik and Dora ventured into a residence quietly circulating off-market in the picturesque Hills off of Mulholland. Stepping inside, they immediately sensed its unique charm, even though it was a blank canvas - rough concrete floors, bare walls, and taken down to the studs. However, the expansive glass walls framing breathtaking valley views ignited a vision that excited Erik and Dora.

Originally designed in 1960 for the renowned screenwriter Stephen Lord, the home took a unique turn in 1961 when Neutra and Stephen parted ways. In a generous gesture, the plans were handed over to Stephen, who proceeded with the construction without Neutra's direct involvement in 1962. The home remained within the Lord family until 2021, when Erik and Dora acquired it and embarked on a thoughtful year-long renovation, preserving any original features that had endured since its purchase.

This transition was significant for the family of four, having lived in a compact 700-square-foot home in Hong Kong for 15 years. Adjusting to their new expansive 3,000+ square-foot abode was a change they are still adapting to. It's a thought-provoking tale of what might have been had the architect duo, Erik and Dora, not stumbled upon this 'Lost' Neutra.

Film - Mick Aure
Producer - Elias Tebache
Photography - Gian Torres
Music - Nature Modena

Special Thanks - Erik Amir & Dora Chi

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Open Space Media LLC

[autosavant]

I grew up in a Neutra inspired home in Silver Spring Maryland. It was amazing to live in such amazing surroundings.

[lauram]

Dora makes architecture sound like poetry, and Eric’s endearing comments about his family and his dedication to capturing the essence of the original architect made me watch this twice with captions on.

[hamletwong]

The love for Neutra's mind. It is extraordinary. Extraordinary.

[gambya]

This one is impeccable, as one would expect from a Neutra. The taste level of the owners is off the charts. I love hiw they aren't pretentious about it, either.

... and yet another Porsche! That long hood 911 is perfect with this house!

This one is top tier subject matter. It doesn't get much more perfect than a Neutra.

[carlosalvarez]

Aside feom the horrible fountain in the garden, this house is a paradise!

[PeachesB]

Stunning house and short film, excellent production.

[BasicBeachCommunity]

Pool, views, amazing. Kids must love it!

[ThomasK]

Wonderful house and a very tasteful refurbishing - with one exception: the white statue at the pool 🙈

[Its.justChad]

This house is so beautiful. This is how I imagined my future home to be.

[zipitiduda]

This series just keeps getting better and better. I so look forward to how each home and homeowner's story is portrayed. The cinematography, music, lighting is so wonderfully done. You really give the viewer a sense of what the space feels like. Thank you Elias, Mick, and team for sharing your passion project with all us architecture aficionados and documenting these important residences. Bravo Dora and Erik! What an amazing restoration! So happy you found this very special home and it found you!

[davidcattin]

Stunning. What I wouldn't do to live there... Thanks for including the nighttime views. As a lighting fanatic, I love seeing this!

[daniloolguin]

Love Neutra´s work!...is unique sense of simplicity, elegant and open to outside spaces. great!

[henryrosenblit]

beautiful home and restoration/ update. nice Porsche ! Thank you again Open Space team for another great episode.

[arsalanz]

Such a wonderful architectural design, the simple elegant lines of the house are timeless.

[paulfeldem]

Put up a thumbnail of a mid century house, I’ll watch it. Add a 911 to the thumbnail, I’ll definitely watch. Make the 911 a RS, I’ll be watching the timer run down to the release time!

[sheilagoodwin]

Wow ❤ This One So Beautiful House and Great Views .
I Can Sure Daydream about Living here

[mrxman]

If I was independently wealthy, I would do what these architects did. I would purchase important architectural structures and lovingly restore them.

Architecture has been a life-long passion, and I studied it at USC for a couple of years so this story is near and dear to my heart. Mies van de Rohe, Schindler, Neutra, and even the work done by FLW in Los Angeles are some of my favorites of the 20th century.

[OlBa-zvbk]

Oh.. I LOVE this house! Beautifully thought-out minimalism.

[jimandjudyc]

Beautiful restoration, and still very livable for this family.

[henryarn]

Amazing home, wish we had a complete tour of the property. Very simple, and beautiful. Love the car, looks like a restomod and very nice. Thank you