A Rare Neutra-Designed Studio Lists for the First Time at $1.6M

Set in Santa Monica, the restored pied-à-terre was built for notable writer David Malcolmson in 1936.

Feb 18, 2021 - 22:34

A Rare Neutra-Designed Studio Lists for the First Time at $1.6M

Set in Santa Monica, the restored pied-à-terre was built for notable writer David Malcolmson in 1936.

A peek at the back of the property, showcasing the expansive curved wall of windows.

An architectural gem is now on the market in Santa Monica, California. Perched at the top of a terraced garden lot, the small yet airy residence was originally designed in 1936 by pioneering architect Richard Neutra for local writer David Malcolmson. Over the years, the 523-square-foot space has been widely acclaimed, but has never been up for grabs—until now.

A look at the front facade of the David Malcolmson Guest House, set on a quiet street in Santa Monica Canyon. Malcolmson, a local writer, tapped Neutra to custom design the home, which was completed in 1936 and is now recognized as an early example of Modernist architecture. — The David Malcolmson Guest House, also known as the Baby Grand Piano Studio, is set on a quiet street in Santa Monica Canyon. Malcolmson, a local writer, tapped Neutra to custom design the home, which was completed in 1936 and is now recognized as an early example of modernist architecture.

Photo by Hillary Campbell for Sotheby’s International Realty

Meticulously restored to its original condition, the Baby Grand Piano Studio offers a rare chance to live and/or work in one of Neutra’s early modernist projects. Featuring an open-concept layout that can easily accommodate various needs, the dwelling also has an expansive curved wall of windows that frames striking views of the terraced garden below.