May 10

May 10 Modernist Villa in Beverly Hills

This property is on the market with Architecture de Collection. Price is disclosed upon application with the listing agency.

This Beverly Hills villa perfectly embodies the iconic California architectural vernacular and evokes a strong, Slim Aarons vibe.

From its minimalist lines and rectangular volumes to its bay windows and flat roofs, this stunning property is a true masterpiece that will transport you back to the golden age of design.

Built in 1959 by the London-born architect Rex Lotery for the Parisian actress Corinne Calvet and her husband Gerard Florence, the Florence House has an international provenance that makes it even more unique.

The property covers 8794 sq ft with six bedrooms spread over two levels, including four with dressing rooms and en suite bathrooms with travertine fittings.

But it's not just the interior that's impressive - the gardens and water channels that surround the property are equally stunning.

The mirror pool, geometric in design, is elegantly centred and creates a visual connection with the lush greenery and palms that frame the villa's floating frame.

Thanks to the four-year restoration and renovation carried out by designers Philippe Naouri and Eric Choi of Maison d'Artiste and architect Tim Campbell, the Florence House has been expertly restored down to its terrazzo floor.

The original character has been preserved, yet it now offers a more flexible spatiality that's perfectly suited to modern living.