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Backus House

A modest, two-story Mid Century Modern house in the midst of sprawling Bel-Air mega-mansions, the Backus House is one of architect Greta Magnusson Grossman's earliest projects.

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Bailey House (Case Study House #21)

Pierre Koenig

Built for a couple open to the idea of a steel-framed house, which allowed architect Pierre Koenig to realize his vision of an open plan design that was both affordable and beautiful.

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Balboa Highlands

A rare regional example of a development by one of the state's leading proponents of modern living, the modest yet striking homes of the tract embody Eichler's vision of modern architecture for everyone.

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Barton Choy Residence

Barton Choy

Sitting one address apart in Silver Lake, these two wooden plank-paneled houses' acute angles, use of steep lots, and dramatic façades proclaim the work of innovative architect Barton Choy.

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Bass House (Case Study House #20B)

Buff, Straub & Hensman

Unlike other Case Study Houses of the late 1950s, the Bass House was constructed of wood rather than steel.

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Binder House

Rebecca Binder

As both owner and occupant, architect Rebecca Binder made her mark on the landscape and also lives with every decision she made.

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Boat Houses

Harry Gesner

These miniscule (by today's standards) homes are clad in warm wood with angled ceilings, built-in furniture and glass facades giving Harry Gesner's "boat houses" their name.