Harold Bissner Jr, 1981. The architect's own 5-level late modern hillside home in South Pasadena with extraordinary views and abundant original architectural details. Open floor plan; cathedral ceilings; iconic period details include mono-pitch roofs, diagonal redwood siding and windows; pipe chimneys. Dynamic interior spaces with sculptural walls and ceilings; saltillo tile floors; floating staircase spanning 4 floors; stained glass entry by Judson Studios; solarium with stunning mountain and city views; brass rail accents; original light fixtures; vintage sunken tub in primary bath; original artisan tile; smoked mirrors; several outdoor decks. Flexible floor plan affords many different uses of the spaces. Additions and renovations designed and undertaken by Bissner himself, including his architectural office and a Japanese-inspired penthouse sunroom. Notable works by Bissner include the Volcano House, 1970; the Sechler House, 1954; and the iconic Van De Kamp's restaurants, noted for their folded plate roofs and signature windmill towers, with partner John Nyberg. Bissner's work has been featured in Arts & Architecture, Architectural Record, Architectural Digest, and Sunset Magazine, among many other publications.
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