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Cordell Drive Residence in Hollywood Hills
Contemporary Western Classic Real Estate in California design by whipple^russell architects, USA
post updated Nov 8, 2018 ; Mar 14, 2016
Location: Hollywood Hills, California, USA
Former owner: Richard Gere, actor
Design: whipple^russell architects
Cordell Drive Residence, Los Angeles
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Cordell Drive Residence
Part of this house’s glamorous past in the famed Hills includes its previous ownership by actor Richard Gere.
That connection to iconic masculinity continued when the architects studio partnered with L.A. designer Franco Vecchio, known for his sleek and exciting James Bond style, to complete the interior finishing.
The client was an entertainment producer who had previously been successful in the internet world. Rather than dictate the design he said, “surprise me.” And, he was suitably surprised.
The original house was a 60’s modern gated-estate property that had undergone a partial renovation.
The client was a devoted art collector who hoped to create space to display artwork, give the home much needed flair, and increase the size and value of the property. Of course maximizing the spectacular views was always a goal.
Clean straight lines, height, glass, and use of various textures all worked toward these interests. An art gallery, cozy movie theater and large garage were added, as well as the conversion of a game room into a master suite.
Mission accomplished – this house sold for $2,000 per square foot in the summer 2012.
Cordell Drive Residence, Hollywood Hills – Property Information
Project Completed: June 2011
Location: Cordell Drive, Hollywood Hills, CA, USA
Project Size: 5,200 sf
Architect firm: whipple^russell architects, Southern California
Cordell Drive Residence in Hollywood Hills images / information from whipple^russell architects
Location: Cordell Drive, Hollywood Hills, California, USA
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