Living Room Designed in 1929, the Alvar Aalto seat with natural timber arms is just one of Casale's favorite pieces in the house. The shelving displays some of his design and movie books. "I have quite a collection since I'm also a commercial and music video director. I accumulate as many books as I can!" He says.
Living Room "I actually admire the Kadinsky print, 'Meeting Point,' from the living room," said Casale. "And I really like the wool mohair mix used on the sofa. It's a material not used. This is obviously a fantastic area to amuse my friends and partners if they come over at night."
Indoor/Outdoor Living Casale noted this picture illustrates what Neutra does this well: that the "seamless" stream from inside to outdoor space. "This is what I love about his architecture," he explained. "The beauty of the house is exemplified by the accuracy of his layout."
Kitchen Casale finds out the kitchen for a peaceful place to spend some time. "When I wash my dishes I really like looking beyond the window above the sink," he explained. "it is a really relaxing feeling being in this area."
Kitchen Countertop Home restoration expert James Rega found the Vitrolite to your kitchen countertop in a deserted art deco theatre in Pennsylvania. "This was a substance that was popular in the 1930s," said Casale, that loves to concoct his gourmet meals here. "I was impressed by how futuristic the design looked. He seemed for this material for over a year!"
Pantry Doors Neutra made the louvered cabinet doors to let air circulate through.
Dining Room Casale loves the pure hardwood flooring in the dining room. "As per Neutra's original specifications, the timber floors produce a rich warmth to counter an otherwise austere, Bauhaus-style room," he said. "They keep it from becoming cold, and I like that. The diffusion of the sun pouring in through Neutra's fabric shades increases the coziness which makes you never want to leave. The colors were custom created, since none are created like this."
Dining Room Table The dining room table is a recreation based on photographs of a black lacquered Neutra-designed table. "The seats were obtained in a furniture auction," added Casale. "They have been created by Mart Stam, a designer popular from the late 1920s. Along with the 1936 clock made by Gilbert Rohde on the credenza was designed exactly the exact same year the Kun House was completed."
Custom Blinds Custom-made blinds provide privacy for the home's occupants.
Terrace Each level of this Kun House comes with an outdoor terrace. "During the day, I really like to sit in the living/dining room deck flat with my espresso I just made from my Rosito Bisani espresso machine," said Casale. "On a transparent day, you can see the ocean. It's very unique."
Master Bedroom "Neutra never wanted any walls to have holes in them, so photos were wrapped via wires so that the walls were maintained," said Casale. "He created an exact routed groove, about 12 inches down from the ceiling, from which you hang a wire for your own pictures. He'd paint the wall a muted shade of gray up to this groove and then white above it, making a canopy effect"
Built-In Drawers Built-in drawers flank the bed in the master bedroom. "I really like the pre-Columbian sculpture of a Valdivian owl," said Casale. "I have always been fascinated by the ability of owls. My retro house in Palm Desert has owl temples, temples and taxidermy within it. The framed image is a Kandinsky sketch from 1930 made with India ink"
Master Bedroom "In the master bedroom, I use the salmon-colored chair and the table beside it for if I wish to read," said homeowner Gerald Casale. "I love sitting there and never need to leave. And the natural light is so inviting, too."
Muted Color Palette Casale is a big fan of the colour white. "You can not have too much white on your house," he said. "I like to close the door of the master bedroom and also go through the calm solitude there. In addition, I adore the built-in dividers, that have no handles. Neutra expected this design trend." The classic light switches are dummy proof: in/on, out/off.
Toilet "It's been 50 years since those sink fittings were manufactured, so that it was really the Holy Grail when we found them," said Casale. "James Rega, whose company, MDMA, restored the Kun House, needed to custom manufacture the fluorescent lighting fixtures built into the mirror to match the original ones employed by Neutra. They really came out great!"
Bathtub Casale enjoys the privacy the translucent glass in the toilet supplies. "Along with the clean white shower curtain appears better than when it had ducks on it," he quipped.
Bathtub Fixtures "These fixtures were very tough to find, and the MDMA team were thrilled to locate them," said Casale. "I really like the vintage, no-nonsense appearance."
Showerhead Neutra specified this classic showerhead in his original design for your home.
Den "I work out of this den, producing new ideas for songs and video jobs," said Casale. "I like its clean, uncluttered feel. It makes it easier to concentrate."
Terrace Away Den Like most rooms in the home, the den opens to a spacious deck.
Home at Night "This is just within the entrance at the top level," said Casale. "I love having the ability to find the panorama of Los Angeles lights, stretched from the ocean to the airport."
Rooftop Deck "Looking back toward the shore and the entry foyer, this is the best area for any cocktail party, particularly at golden hour once the sun is setting," said Casale.
Aerial View This aerial shot was taken in the second-story balcony of a different Neutra-designed house on the West Hollywood hilltop above.
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