Altadena, CA

The Robert House

Tucked just below the street line, half-hidden and half-revealed, stands The Robert House—a classic mid-century residence built in 1952. With its timeless architectural bones and abundant character, the home was ready for a thoughtful revival that honored its heritage while ushering in a new era of style.

Upon arrival, the refreshed exterior sets the tone. A new front door in a deep rust hue punctuates the façade, complemented by a moss-green exterior inspired by the home’s birth decade. The combination feels at once rooted and renewed—nostalgic yet unmistakably modern.

Inside, the design vision pays homage to the home’s original character while embracing bold, playful, and offbeat moments that expand its narrative. The living room, bathed in natural light, centers around a restored stone-clad fireplace. Organic seating arrangements invite conversation and connection, all while framing views of the expansive backyard beyond.

In the private wing, the guest suite and home office were reworked to include ample storage through custom black walnut built-ins, blending practicality with class mid-century details. The main guest bath, completely re-envisioned, adopts a monochromatic palette of large-scale wall tiles, ribbed glass, and bespoke metal cabinetry—an elegant study in texture and restraint.

A second guest bathroom was introduced off the back bedroom, where a softer palette of salmon and cream tones evokes quiet sophistication. Arched motifs flow through the bespoke vanity and tub enclosure, unifying the space with a subtle rhythm. Handcrafted zellige tiles meet white travertine stone, playful concrete accents, and warm terrazzo underfoot—together forming a serene sanctuary that feels both timeless and distinctly personal.

The result is a masterful balance of reverence and reinvention—a mid-century home celebrated for its past, now thoughtfully designed for the present.

Sqft: 1,700

A wooden grand piano in a cozy room with a stone wall, near a large window showing outdoor greenery, with a black piano bench underneath, and a lamp and potted plant nearby.
Living room with large windows, wood-paneled ceiling, stone fireplace, beige curved sofa with green cushions, two mustard-colored armchairs around a round coffee table, and outdoor patio visible through sliding glass doors.
Living room with a round wooden coffee table, yellow flowers in a vase, a stack of magazines, a woven bowl, a beige armchair, a side table with a small speaker, and wooden floors.
Modern bathroom countertop with a built-in sink, a small dark vase with dried flowers, a tissue box, a soap dispenser, large mirror, and minimalist hanging lights.
A modern bathroom with a green wall, a shower area with a frosted glass partition, a toilet, a towel hanging on a hook, a small stool with a towel on it, and a beige bath mat on the pink-tiled floor.
A cozy bedroom corner with a wooden bed frame, yellow bedding, a bedside table with a flower vase, books, and a framed artwork on the wall.
A bedroom with a bed covered in yellow and brown pillows, a wooden headboard, a small nightstand with books and decorative items, and two framed artworks on the wall. A sliding door leads to a bathroom, and there is a window showing greenery outside.
A bathroom vanity with a white countertop, a round sink, and a three-hole faucet. There is a decorative sculpture and a checkered box on the counter, with a towel ring and towel on the wall. A large window or door with vertical ridges is to the right. A mirror hangs above the vanity, reflecting an interior hallway.
Small bathroom with a bathtub, a toilet, and a vanity with a mirror, decorated in a light beige and cream color scheme.
Poolside scene with three white lounge chairs under pink and white umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
Outdoor patio with modern rattan furniture including a curved sofa with yellow and white pillows, a matching armchair, and a wooden coffee table with a tray of snacks. There are drinks, a plant, and some glasses on the table, and lush green bushes in the background.
An outdoor patio area with a round wooden table and four black and amber chairs, a flower arrangement centerpiece, and a rattan sofa with white and beige pillows, surrounded by lush green foliage and a stone house wall.
A room with dark red wood walls and shelves, a large framed classical painting of a nude woman with a floral crown, a wooden desk with an open book, a glass vase with dark foliage, vintage chairs, and a decorative box.

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