7431 Franklin Avenue is a rare gem that transcends the boundaries of conventional design. It embodies a love and passion for artistry and invites you to weave your own tale within its walls.
In the heart of Los Angeles, where the movie industry reigns supreme, a growing number of discerning homeowners are creating their own cinematic havens within their abodes. These upscale media rooms and theaters are a testament to the city’s obsession with film, boasting cutting-edge technology, custom decor, and even authentic movie props.
In this captivating article, we delve into the journey of architect Christopher Mercier, a true urban renaissance man. From a young artist in Detroit to a seasoned architect, Mercier’s path was one of pragmatism and passion.
Artemesia is one of the largest Craftsman residences in the U.S., and has been lovingly restored during the past 25 years by former advertising and marketing executive Lenny Fenton—complete with surprising touches, such as the second-largest residential pipe organ in the country, six massive Batchelder tile fireplaces, and an upstairs sleeping porch with five Murphy beds—and now is available to purchase. “You will never find another property like Artemesia,” says Sally Forster Jones of John Aaroe Group, who is listing the property (along with an adjacent buildable parcel) for $11.75 million.
Celebrity homes for sale: A Paul Williams designed compound home built in 1941 for Bert Lahr, There’s Something About Mary producer Frank Beddor is selling his gated compound in Los Feliz, General Hospital’s Anthony Geary Hollywood Hills home, and fashion designer Leigh Bantivoglio’s Brentwood flats home.
