2535 East Chevy Chase Drive in Glendale
One of Lloyd Wright’s, son of Frank Lloyd Wright, greatest achievements is the Derby House. Set in Glendale on 1.5 acre lot, it features meandering paths through lush greenscapes and an exterior of cast concrete block with yucca plant inspired theme. Built in 1926 for businessman James Derby, the current owners have meticulously kept up with the preservation of the house, and in fact many of the same plants, including the Lloyd Wright’s original blue gum trees still surround the property.
Inside this commanding house, the living room is an open, dramatic double story space which features a grand fireplace detailed with nature inspired iron gates. The cast concrete block is brought inside on the surrounding mantel.
The kitchen is one of two rooms (they also updated a bathroom) that the most recent owners have updated. Certain details were kept such as the multi-faceted tray ceiling; however, the kitchen has been throughly modernized with light wood cabinetry, oak floors, granite counter and updated appliances.
The windows above the sink look out over the gardens and mature trees.
With 3,281 square feet this home features 5 bedrooms. Nearly every room in the house incorporates the beautiful nature inspired concrete block and leaded windows, the master is no exception. Large enough for an ample sized bed and seating area the room is modest in size, however full of light.
Outside, the concrete block, cast from sand found in the nearby Chevy Chase Canyon, stands out from the darker grey stucco. With a flat grassy yard, mature trees and tall privacy fence insure that all of the outdoor seating ares are very private.
Hidden garden paths snake through the natively planted acreage nearby the home, dotted with elements that tie back to the architecture of the residence.
Found on the National Register of Historic Places, this Lloyd Wright home is a private gem nestled securely on the hillside among lush vegetation. The four adjacent lots will be sold in conjunction with this residence guarding it’s future privacy.
Listing courtesy of Brit Trydal, Dilbeck Real Estate Real Living
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