The House With the Plywood Skin, which Lawrence Test designed in 1949 in Pasadena, CA, using a range of plywoods for his plywood-company-executive client, is for sale for $1.6M.

👀That gives us the opportunity to snoop around. 👀

Test creatively integrates redwood elements in a unique home design. Plywood dominates interiors, while the exterior boasts Philippine mahogany. Elegant interiors feature ribbon-grain mahogany, elm, birch, and combed mahogany ceilings.

This iconic home, preserved by its second owners, has been a standout on AIA Home Tours and in architectural publications.

Architectural photographer Julius Shulman captures the mid-century modern home, showcasing its innovative design.

Read more about the home's details and features on its real estate listing site TheValueOfArchitecture.com.

Founder Brian Linder, AIA, is a licensed architect AND real estate broker who has built his practice around the notion that architectural design adds significant value to real property.

The Value of Architecture stresses that they are Realtors who help their clients buy and sell homes. Their unique value proposition is their expertise in architectural properties, which can range from early California adobe to well-crafted ‘20s and ‘30s design and from mid-century modern architecture to the New Blood design of the current era.

In short, the company's tagline, “Properties with Design Integrity,” is part of its logo and is something it focuses on.

While they will not turn away from helping their clients ensure they find the perfect property, no matter what it may be, their website is an exclusive conglomeration of properties that are masterful pieces of art and, of course, have design integrity.

The site currently has around four dozen listings, each with a gallery of professional photos. Plus, another page of almost one hundred "Notable Sales."

The handful of "Featured Listings" go into more detail with information about the home's history.

Such as Topanga Skyline Studio, a single-family residence that used to serve as a recording studio where a long list of legends have produced many of their hit songs.

While you might not be searching for a multi-million-dollar residence in Southern California, your passion for architecture could make this website truly inspiring to you.

Have a triumphant rest of your week,
The A-Team

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