The Barn, Mid-century modern residence in Century City, Los Angeles, United States
The Barn is a mid-century modern residence in Century City, Los Angeles, featuring a distinctive high ceiling with a pitched roof throughout its interior. The structure combines white painted walls with redwood paneling and incorporates a two-story atrium alongside multiple mezzanine levels.
Architect A. Quincy Jones transformed a former photographer's studio into his personal residence and workspace in 1965. The Annenberg Foundation later acquired the property in 2009 for use as offices and private event space.
The space reveals itself through its open floor plan and stacked mezzanines that create distinct functional zones while maintaining visual connections between levels. This layout reflects how mid-century modern design sought to break down barriers between different activities.
The property is not open to the public for casual visits, as it operates as office space and a private event venue. Access to the interior requires special permission or participation in organized tours when available.
Architect Frederick Fisher undertook a 2010 renovation that preserved the original interior elements while replacing mechanical systems. The work updated ventilation, windows, plumbing, and electrical components without altering the building's defining character.
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