Kappe Residence, Modernist residence in Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles, United States
The Kappe Residence is a modernist home built into a steep hillside in Pacific Palisades, rising across seven levels and supported by six concrete towers. The structure features expansive glass walls and open floor plans that blend interior living spaces with the natural surroundings.
Architect Ray Kappe designed and built this residence between 1965 and 1967, using innovative solutions to handle the challenging hillside terrain. The building received Historic-Cultural Monument designation from Los Angeles in 1996, establishing it as a significant example of modernist architecture.
The Los Angeles City Council designated the Kappe Residence as a Historic-Cultural Monument in 1996, recognizing its architectural excellence.
Visit during daylight hours to best appreciate the glass panels and how they connect the interior to the surrounding landscape. Check access conditions beforehand, as this private residence may have limited availability for public viewing.
A natural stream runs beneath the entire structure, preserved through elevated design that keeps the original topography and native plants intact. This approach shows how the architect sensitively integrated the building into the existing landscape rather than altering it.
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