Architect Harry Gesner’s Visionary Norwegian Boathouse in the Hollywood Hills | 6894 Pacific View Drive

Designed by the visionary architect Harry Gesner, this iconic three-level Norwegian Boathouse is a mid-century masterpiece perched serenely above Mulholland Drive in the Hollywood Hills.

6894 Pacific View Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90068

Gesner’s designs harmonize with their surroundings, often incorporating futuristic forms, dramatic rooflines, and expansive windows that dissolve the boundary between indoors and outdoors.

A passionate surfer and adventurer, his connection to the natural world is evident in his architecture, which feels alive with movement and possibility.

This 2,400-square-foot Norwegian Boathouse epitomizes Gesner’s philosophy, with its striking roofline and soaring cathedral-like windows that flood the home with light while framing breathtaking views of the Hollywood Sign and the Santa Monica Mountains.

The views are simply spectacular. Absolutely one-of-a-kind.

Originally designed with three bedrooms, the home was purchased from its very first owner in 2019 and thoughtfully reimagined as a two-bedroom, three-bathroom residence with two kitchens, making it perfect for overnight or week-long guests.

The current owners have meticulously restored the house to honor its Atomic Age origins, blending period-appropriate updates with modern comforts. The main level’s updated kitchen retains its retro charm while embracing modern functionality, serving as the heart of this serene and artistic retreat.

The home features two expansive upper-floor decks and a lower glass-enclosed level, offering unobstructed panoramas and an intimate connection to its lush surroundings.

Inside, generously sized bedrooms, a stately library-office, and a cozy den with a writer’s nook invite creativity and relaxation.

A spacious steam room, three gas fireplaces, and a full laundry room add practicality and luxury to the home, which is the largest of Gesner’s iconic Hollywood Hills boathouses.

The three bathrooms are playful and elegant.

The guest suite has a comforting fireplace and ensuite bathroom.

A landscaped front yard, garden, and covered two-car parking complete this one-of-a-kind residence — a brilliant testament to Gesner’s enduring legacy and the timeless allure of his unique approach to mid-century modern design.

If “hygge” could take the form of a house, it would undoubtedly be 6894 Pacific View Drive.

I would love to get you a private tour of 6894 Pacific View Drive in the Hollywood Hills. Call me today at (323) 697-3040 or email me at jacqueline.tager@sothebyshomes.com.

Listing provided courtesy of  Ben Belack, The Agency.

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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