Inside an Abstract A-Frame Home in the Woods | Unique Spaces | Architectural Digest

Today, Architectural Digest travels to the wooded canyons of Los Angeles to tour Stebel House. Built in 1961 by Harry Gesner, one of Southern California’s most prolific architects, it comprises three A-frame structures that combine to create an enchanting triangular form that looks straight out of a storybook. Surrounded by woodland, it is hard to believe this charming design is just a stone's throw from the city's hustle and bustle.
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[@skifast9721]

Awesome. His son did a great tour of the Malibu beach house his dad built too. It's great to see a son so proud of his dad and tell us with a real storytellers passion.

[@toodlesoops7761]

Sorry, but I disagree about the "speechifying" - some homes simply speak for themselves

[@DingoAteMeBaby]

I mean he has a vested interest

[@nullobject7966]

​@@toodlesoops7761turn down the volume..

[@CHERYLC-zl3yb]

So well done and narrated beautifully by his son paying homage to his father

[@foxwilliamulder]

As an architecture student, seeing what is possible in this realm is what keeps me going when school gets tough. This house is considerate of both of the artists who commissioned it as well as doubling as the story of Harry Gesner's life inspirations and pulling that off is nothing short of amazing.

[@Thatonepersonthatsaid]

When I find a location for my mansion I’ll come back to your comment to offer you a job

[@foxwilliamulder]

@@Thatonepersonthatsaid That is so kind of you to say. I am up for the job!!!

[@danielsimpson607]

​@@foxwilliamulder not trying to be rude but is building luxurious houses for rich peoole your main goal as an architect?

[@user-zt5xz5fz4q]

Is it a house? Oma !

[@AZSH.TRACKZ]

Would love to see more students film their journey and or document it more. Im inspired by the profession and I am curious about the studying journey of an architect 🤍✨ Wish you the best in this journey 💛

[@peace4myheart]

Now THAT is a house I would love to live in.

[@jackfran2188]

Love this house. But also love hearing him talk about his Father. You can tell he loves his Dad and continued his passion.

[@rickjamesdos2239]

This genuinely might be my favorite house I’ve ever seen ever

[@gabrielleparis3532]

🌳I stumbled upon a derelict A-frame surrounded by blackjack oaks overlooking a lake in a small town in Georgia. I now live in that A Frame, it is modest, not a fancy architect design. But the experience of living in this unique style is extraordinary: the lift of the ceiling and how nature is so huge through the windows reaches into your soul. I feel I can touch the trees and the sky and the lake. Loved this video✨️

[@jimhearsonwriter]

How fitting that Zen has such a chilled and relaxing voice.

[@jacquiwmch]

How magical to listen to Zen as he shares his father Harry’s talent. Growing up in Pukerua bay in New Zealand I first fell in love with A frame houses. They dotted the hill above the beach like little location markers of joy. How lucky we all are to have Harry Gesner’s vision still enjoyed and admired today.

[@Psykel]

He really lives up to his name.

[@_Hassi_]

That house is art

[@user-zt5xz5fz4q]

That house is a true nightmare to my eyes.

[@minniegirl175]

It is absolutely stunning and unique. It is so well preserved. It's touching just how proud his son is ❤

[@biggothepiggo]

Watching this gave me so much joy. How inspiring! I could watch footage of Gesner homes, presented by his son, all day long.

[@Onward1969]

I love that in the 60’s this was a house built for people that didn’t have a lot of money. Now this house would cost $1,200,000 to build.

[@johnfitzgerald1879]

1.2M? Maybe in Kentucky.

[@johnfitzgerald1879]

Maybe in the Midwest or the South-not out West.

[@michaelh8854]

3-5M in LA probably

[@deealex1402]

kinda reminds me of a wooden cabbins we have here in finland. and the nature around it makes it feel so homey. as a photographer myself i do a lot architectural pictures, its my passion,this house is a piece of art

[@teasipper6106]

Thanks for showing us this beautiful house. It was so moving to see and hear the host's love and understanding of his father coming through in every scene. It's plain to see that they had a special connection and he can feel his father's spirit in every corner of the house.

[@davidcattin7006]

Goodness! He and dad both could be Hollywood heartthrobs! Oh, I like the house too ;o)

[@kbusby4824]

Indeed.

[@Megan.Leigh.V]

For real! Lol, oh yeah-the houses are amazing too! 😂😜

[@michelleedwards202]

He’s an actor ,look him up.

[@howlinhauler]

the best architects love nature and light. Adult only decks are cool.

[@kagey03]

Wow! This house is amazing!! Thank you for sharing.

[@maryhart637]

The window framing looks like a Mondrian painting. Just stunning!

[@greencliffsbluesea]

Love it. That living room is really special, with the treetop views, sunken seating, and rock garden and plantings matching what's immediately outside, giving you that indoor/outdoor living feeling.

[@jamesdellaneve9005]

He looks just like his Dad.

[@lkdjlkdj]

He likes his Dad, too.

[@jamesdellaneve9005]

@@lkdjlkdj Yes. That always bodes well for the son. He wasn’t wearing a Raiders jersey.

[@BwInNewJersey]

People love hearing that

[@cw5451]

I agree! It’s an uncanny resemblance.

[@michellesmith7]

They’re both hot! 😅

[@rh_697]

easily one of the most beautiful living rooms ive seen in a while

[@domdela5217]

What a beautiful house. I really admire the craftmanship, design process, and all the details. Thank you for walking us through it.

[@Viki12ify]

amazing house, but i would have liked to see a complete tour

[@wwbdwwbd]

The son and the father are spitting images of each other.

[@AnastasiaKonstantinova]

Очень интересные идеи.. И даже огородик есть) Благодарю🙏

[@thebob01]

Love mid-century modern organic architecture. It is reminiscent of Frank Lloyd Wright's designs. Love this!

[@MarinaLaroche]

A sublime communion with nature, art and living. A truly stunning house.

[@shallusingh964]

Simply spectacular

[@richardsisk1770]

Brilliant in many ways. Well filmed as well.

[@beardown6574]

Absolutely stunning! Architectural artwork. Beautiful!

[@mariemann5252]

50's houses are the best for me, so praticle, design and easy to live in ❤

[@BrandonDoyleMN]

What an incredible property

[@tania0070]

Omg!!! I would never leave!!!!!

[@rogzys_kitchen]

This is a very meticulously calculated house❤❤...it's literally perfect in every shape and form!😮

[@naomiscottwhitelotuscoachi8870]

Lovely in every way. Beautifully told. Thank you for sharing great art and unique architecture.

[@DarkAtFour]

Fabulous piece on a fabulous architectural triumph.

[@tylers82]

Very cool to see a family member do these. He did a great job too. The house was stunning

[@gigis9823]

What a masterpiece♥️

[@brunapinheiroyoga]

A perfect habitat for me ❤

[@musicformypets]

That house is magical

[@jengirl2]

What a fantastic house! I love all the magical details.

[@jp99301]

This house is amazing. What a beautiful original concept.

[@ppsthlm]

Such a beautiful house. What a dream.

[@steini6771]

Absolutely wonderful. Thank you -

[@laverite1050]

I was hoping to look at something magnificent and captivating tonight!! Thank you!

[@buickinvicta288]

Loved it. Fabulous! Very enjoyable and so original.

[@xenduvall]

So sublime! What a place to live.

[@shellypratt2841]

Absolutely stunning. My favourite so far. 🎉❤🎉❤

[@itsChiliiii]

So beautiful!

[@DRskayker]

Wow! Such beauty! I could only dream of something like this.

[@ljc9337]

Absolutely dreamy! 💗

[@conlee_1164]

What a gorgeous tribute to your dad! Honestly I think this is one of the best narrated videos and tours on this channel. Love love! Xx

[@pyeitme508]

WOW amazing house at LA!

[@sawetshe_Krrr]

Enchanting for sure❤

[@jda2011]

Beautiful!

[@Laneythekid]

This house is so brilliant

[@kristaroberts1158]

What a great storyteller his son is- I loved this!❤

[@raymondbush1407]

Absolutely beautiful

[@panamaveggie]

Great tour!

[@sparklymoona5437]

Literally art ❤

[@thegirlwithribbons]

This is so so special ♥️

[@randommedia5076]

Wasn't expecting AD to get me emotional

[@Prettymapleleaf]

I cried!!!!

[@anshardeman3967]

I like this, such a nice, stubborn house could live in there thinks his father made beautiful designs with a lot of feeling

[@whizzbang7520]

Such an amazing house

[@snakeplisskin8696]

What a wonderful video.

Faith in humanity somewhat restored

[@JuLayLeeBee]

Gorgeous

[@erikadowdy2382]

I Love this House!!! It’s Awesome

[@BradMcCallum]

This is a really great piece of content

[@IAMJVY]

i love this house!!!!

[@midlifemom5829]

Magical!

[@Meowhsss]

That’s a beautiful house.

[@VondodgeArt]

I’ve seen this house in my dreams - just simply surreal - beauty and nature infused

[@user-ls3zi3fp1q]

i love it!

[@caterpillar170]

This is an amazing video

[@Ocean18MediaServices]

Incredible design!

[@ketrinesh]

it's the absolutely incredible house 😍I really like it😊

[@stefan-rn5kz]

WOW this is awesome. I Stefan Denser love this

[@Absintheia]

Watching these gives me inspo when making houses on The Sims 4 lol

[@EH23831]

Never been more covetous of a house! 🙏

[@adopequeenatyrantkingaboss8057]

Adorable.

[@TheKingsDaughter607]

I want his dad's book, "Houses of the Sundown Sea" but says it's unavailable on Amazon.😟 This video was sooooo interesting.💕

[@prpr44]

now THAT is a HOUSE! ❤

[@ranidenkaa2656]

Thank you. Thank you. Thank you

[@arcnyx]

Love it

[@annaschmanna1]

Perfection 👍

[@Prettymapleleaf]

An absolute dream.

[@MegaBeefz]

Masterpiece...

[@pearlhartney9]

Absolutely love this house! Always loved A frame houses so to have more than one in a house is just awesome. The guy is quite nice too!😉

[@suelyguimaraes6212]

Que lindo projeto

[@ValarieNZ]

beautiful ❤️❤️❤️

[@tony8074]

Cool a conversation pit!

[@jupitired777]

beautiful

[@elmonte-xt2wd]

majestic

[@GardeningandMyDailyLife]

Kiến trúc ngôi nhà rất độc đáo ý tưởng mới mẻ ,ngôi nhà sang trọng đẹp trên cả tuyệt vời ,rất vui vì bạn đã chia sẻ tới mọi người ,chú ngày nghỉ cuối tuần an lành bạn thân mến ❤🤝.

[@LokmanSalikoon]

This reminds me of the "Rumah Gadang", a traditional house of the Minangkabau in West Sumatra, Indonesia.

[@angelaortiz3406]

That is beautiful❤

[@user-zt5xz5fz4q]

That is horrible❤

[@angelaortiz3406]

@@user-zt5xz5fz4q I like it

[@jehiahmaduro6827]

That upper deck is beautiful and relaxing but for safety purposes needs a guard rail. I can not bring my mom up there or my nephew. In my view a glass structure that provides the least line of sight obstruction would be ideal.

[@thelalanz73]

I hope you're not bringing your mom or nephew up there. its not your house.

[@jehiahmaduro6827]

@@thelalanz73 😄😂

[@ektat5]

Surreal