Mid-Century Modern Post & Beam on One Acre in Outpost Estates | 1984 Outpost Circle

This dreamy mid-century modern masterpiece was designed by renowned architect David Hyun in 1955. Located in the Hollywood Hills neighborhood of Outpost Estates, this jubilant jewel box is an excellent of example of mid-century post and beam architecture.

1984 Outpost Circle
Los Angeles, CA 90068

$3,100,000 | 3 Beds | 2 Baths | 2,088 Sq. Ft. | $1,485 per Sq. Ft. | 0.94 Acre Lot | Built in 1955

David Hyun was born in Japanese-occupied Korea in 1917 and was our foremost and first Korean American architect, best known for designing the Japanese Village Plaza in Los Angeles’s Little Tokyo neighborhood, which still stands today.  The development of Japanese Village Plaza in the late 1970s helped dramatically revitalize not just Little Tokyo but Downtown Los Angeles in general. Hyun’s family, including his father Reverend Soon Hyun who was heavily involved in the Korean resistance, fled to Shangai after what became known as Sam-il, or the March 1^st Movement calling for independence from Japan. Like many who were were part of the pioneer generation, the Hyun family are an integral part of the history of Koreans in America. David Hyun’s history parallels that of the development of the Korean community and Koreatown in Los Angeles.

After earning degrees in math and science from the University of Hawaii in 1940, Hyun relocated with his family to Los Angeles in 1947, studying architecture at USC while also working as a janitor to pay tuition at thee university. Having started his own architecture firm David Hyun Associates, Inc. in Glendale in 1953, Hyun designed and built many stunning houses with modernist and Korean-inspired elements throughout the 1950s and 60s, including Lawrence Segal House (3626 Cadman Drive, Los Feliz), the Tapelband Residence (1910 Lucile Avenue, Silver Lake), the Haddad Residence, his own Hyun Residence (west San Fernando Valley), the McTernan House (2226 Wayne Avenue, Los Feliz, Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument No. 1065), the home at 300 South Rossmore (Hancock Park), and the Nisser Residence in Downey.

And, of course, among his notable achievements is this sleek beauty at 1984 Outpost Circle.

Inside, all the hallmarks of this coveted era are here including walls of glass, beamed ceiling, terrazzo tile floors and ideal indoor/outdoor living on a lush and private nearly-full acre of prime Hollywood Hills land.

The main living space features a gorgeous fireplace and a unique functional office alcove.

The open plan layout and easy outdoor access makes for wonderful large scale entertaining.

The brand new kitchen is sleek and stylish and features an eat-in center island, top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, calming backyard views, and plenty of storage and counter space.

A charming banquette dining area with built-in seating and cabinetry is sure to delight dinner guests.

The home has two bedrooms including this luxe primary suite with glass sliding door access to the backyard and its own mid-century floating fireplace.

The en suite bath is absolutely luxurious with a floating double vanity, romantic shower with a rainfall shower head, and the relaxing sunken soaking tub.

The primary suite also contains a large walk-in closet with built in cabinetry and clerestory windows for ample light.

The second bedroom seems to float among the treetops and old growth cacti and has a massive built-in closet.

Potential for a third and possibly fourth bedroom abounds. This space is currently primed as a music and recording studio.

The second full bathroom is simple yet chic.

A second den offers more living space and confirms the creativity this storied home is sure to inspire.

The rear patio and deck has a gorgeous floating outdoor fireplace. The shaded space connects seamlessly to the interiors and offers many reasons to entertain al fresco and host friends and family gatherings.

The property is entirely gated and shrouded by mature trees and lush landscaping.

The incredibly verdant setting is on one-of-a-kind parklike grounds with walking paths and hidden gardens.

Meander upward and find many spaces to relax and enjoy the incredible views of the hills and city.

Curl up with a good book and lounge on the hammock under the enveloping embrace of this centuries-old tree.

Additional features of this insanely stunning property include a gated motor court for easy off street parking.

Plus, there’s outdoor kitchen, a romantic pergola with a swing chair, and a lovely custom water feature.

This is a true architecturally significant retreat in the heart of the city.

1984 Outpost Circle is close to all the best of Hollywood as well as Runyon Canyon, Beachwood Canyon, and so much more. It’s an unforgettable mid-century modern post and beam with extraordinary and increasingly rare outdoor spaces that are uniquely exhilarating.

I would love to give you a private tour of 1984 Outpost Circle in the Outpost Estates neighborhood of the Hollywood Hills. Call me today at (323) 697-3040 or email me at jacqueline.tager@sothebyshomes.com.

Listing provided courtesy of Robert Kallick and Natalie Stern Trabin, Compass.

Jacqueline Tager | DRE# 1476997
jacqueline.tager@sothebyshomes.com | (323) 697-3040
Sotheby’s International Realty – Los Feliz Brokerage
1801 N Hillhurst Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90027

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