2764 Outpost Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90068

Designed in 1941 by modernist master R.M. Schindler, the Druckman Residence is a rare example of his late-period work in the Hollywood Hills. Conceived for Dr. Jacob S. Druckman and his wife, artist Margaret Druckman, the home features Schindler's distinctly asymmetrical gabled roof--concealing the house from the street while maximizing canyon views and light through dramatic clerestory windows. The residence balances openness with intimacy through Schindler's clever, split-level floor plan that separates the expansive public rooms from the private bedroom wing, creating both intimacy and privacy. The main living room is anchored by a dual indoor-outdoor fireplace, extending the interior seamlessly onto the front patio and reinforcing the home's early commitment to indoor-outdoor living. The adjacent kitchen preserves Schindler's original built-in breakfast nook, paired with updated appliances and surfaces in the spirit of the original design. A den beside the living area offers a … read more …