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John Lautner’s Famed Garcia House in L.A. Hits the Market for $16 Million

Built in 1962, the modernist masterpiece has been expertly preserved by top architecture firm Marmol Radziner

By Shelby Black
Futuristic house with arched roof, large windows, surrounded by trees, and an outdoor pool visible in a lush setting.
Architect John Lautner’s 1962 Garcia House. Photo: Roger Davies

Suspended above a canyon on Mulholland Drive in Los Angeles, architect John Lautner’s famed Garcia House has officially hit the market for a cool $16 million. Originally built in 1962 for composer Russell Garcia, this striking home marks one of Lautner’s best known Atomic Age abodes, and it later went through a restoration in 2012 by Marmol Radziner, which honored Lautner’s original vision and details while brining in modern livability.

Modern house with curved roof perched on a hillside surrounded by lush greenery and trees, overlooking a scenic landscape.
Garcia House. Photo: Roger Davies

Surrounded by greenery, the 2,600-square-foot dwelling perfectly blends luxurious living with organic architecture. Outside, a lava-rock entryway leads to the front door, while a lush garden terrace offers sweeping views of canyons as well as the teardrop-shaped pool—added in 2008 according to Lautner’s original design. On those rare rainy nights in Los Angeles, floor-to-ceiling windows and signature parabolic roof throughout the property offer the same panoramic vistas. Paved with original terrazzo flooring, the residence holds three bedrooms as well as three bathrooms.

Spiral staircase with modern design, surrounded by plants and stone wall, leading to an upper level in a contemporary home.
Garcia House. Photo: Roger Davies
Long, teardrop-shaped backyard pool with surrounding greenery and lounge chairs seen from above.
The pool was added in 2008 and reflects Lautner’s original design for the home. Photo: Roger Davies

Not only a landmark property in the architecture and design world, the hideaway made its Hollywood debut as the location for 2011 film Lethal Weapon II, and its previous owners include some of the industry’s elite, including Vincent Gallo and Bill Damaschke. To learn more about buying this piece of history, the property is currently listed by Weston Littlefield, Aaron Kirman, and Dalton Gomez of AKG | Christie’s International Real Estate.

See more photos below.

Mid-century modern living room with large windows, a plush rug, and stylish furniture; decorated with plants and art.
Living room of the Garcia House. Photo: Roger Davies
Modern living room with large windows, stylish furniture, indoor plants, and a scenic outdoor view.
Living room of the Garcia House. Photo: Roger Davies
Mid-century modern kitchen with large windows, a round dining table, light blue chairs, and indoor plants.
Garcia House. Photo: Roger Davies
Modern bedroom with large window, metallic furniture, canopy bed, decorative vase with flowers, and abstract artwork.
One of the three bedrooms inside the Garcia House. Photo: Roger Davies