Inside A Stunning Sandcastle-Shaped Beach House | On The Market | Architectural Digest

[@charitywood192]

This has now become one of my all-time favorite AD tours. Your father’s passion, artistry, and perspective are things to be admired. I appreciate his use of reclaimed materials and adoration of the nature around him. Absolutely beautiful.

[@jamesdellaneve9005]

Yes. Not pretentious at all.

[@amraceway]

@@jamesdellaneve9005 Except the structure will destroy the beach.

[@jamesdellaneve9005]

@@amraceway I was interested in the statement about surviving earthquakes. I designed and built my own house in land 65 miles fro this house. I saw that it was built on pilings. This makes sense. It had the least intrusive footprint and if put into the bedrock will never have an issue. This is the least intrusive footprint.

[@fryesteph]

It's my favorite one, too. A very special place.

[@amraceway]

@@fryesteph It is destroying the beach. At least nature will wash it all a way sooner rather than later.

[@davidcattin7006]

I'm moved to tears. "Let's build a sand castle for mommy." is the most amazing thing I've ever heard. This needs to be a movie or a whole documentary. I would love to hear more stories about your neighbors and the parties. There's nothing else like this anywhere!

[@nataliaan]

Yep, and now the son is selling it 😢

[@marytaylor9185]

@@nataliaan Unfortunately, life circumstances change. Sadly, in some cases , new homeowners move in, and renovate according to their style. I hope that that much of the original design remains intact.

[@laverite1050]

The son is not just handsome, but a smooth narrator. Cool house and California style memories.

[@lapsedluddite3381]

He is a well trained actor, as was his beautiful mother.

[@i.n.o.k.]

But How can he sell his fathers heritage?

[@MissRoseRosie]

The fact that they're selling it makes me sad for some odd reason. It feels like when you're young and your summer vacation ends.

[@monikerkinakin6943]

Yeah, Definitely feels like this house should remain in the family.

[@brqxton8974]

If you could build a house for $400,000 and have ur child sell it for over 25 million, you'd let him too.

[@MissRoseRosie]

@@brqxton8974 Yeah, it's only natural that people don't stay in the same house they grew up in. I'm simply saying that parting with this house must be rather emotional.

[@brqxton8974]

@@MissRoseRosie definitely agree there

[@Mrs.Nesbitt]

@@brqxton8974 that property itself makes up most of that lol.

[@apropo_s]

finally a house that truly reflects the owner's personality and passions, not a cookie-cutter "luxury" house

[@jenjenjenhi]

@@michellestella7477what an original response

[@kurtlindner]

I've been here 4 or 5 times on jobs, it is only better in person, and this family is so nice. There are many more nice features than what's shown here.

[@dattepo7534]

Dude I’m kinda jealous

[@MiroTheDreamer]

What a blessing to be born and raised in this beauty of a house with a soul. To me this is more than a house, its like a living object. Breathtaking.

[@stephanie4xd]

I don't think I've ever seen such a personal and ahead of its time stunning house- why would you ever sell this masterpiece?

[@therealjaypowell]

Because $27.5mm is a lot of money.

[@mustseevideos7777]

​@@therealjaypowellit is actually priceless because of the family history.

[@Maximocow]

@@mustseevideos7777 Not when you have to pay property taxes.

[@seeharvester]

@@therealjaypowell But he built it for free.

[@annbrookens945]

@seeharvester: I'm pretty sure not ALL materials were free. What about the "concrete dinner plate" base", for instance?

[@honeyv540]

This house is so organic, full of warmth and personality. One of my favorite tours.

[@RonaldCabrera-h5y]

If I had a property like this, I would never sell it. His father was a dreamer through & through!! What an inspiration..

[@seanackerman6168]

I’m in love with this property. This is what architecture, engineering, and creative design is about

[@xman54ful]

I think I found my dreamhouse.

[@oama2009]

It says “on the market”. If you don’t get this house after this comment…..

[@MattieDianeMunson]

Wow

[@Mesiiyou]

Igual yo❤

[@digitaldorothy]

Where do we meet for the duel? 🧐

[@EH23831]

Same - an astonishing achievement by the architect/builder ❤

[@user-oz7nw9sq7y]

His Father was amazing!!! Intelligent, creative and so resourceful.

[@mlk_kn]

His father was a dreamer through & through!! What an inspiration.

[@junomarco]

Every part of this house is filled with memories, which makes it even more beautiful. It saddens me that it's now on the market.

[@RoxanneDesforges]

This is the best episode of AD tours I have ever seen. The host does an amazing job.

[@zz.des1]

i have probably watched a thousand of house tours but this one, this one has to be the most beautiful tour i've ever seen. i have no words honestly, just wow. breath taking.

[@sbrosier2383]

At first i wasnt sure how i would feel about this house but as we went more in depth, the more fascinated i became with it. The attention to detail is spectacular and i love the idea of using reclaimed materials

[@nottherealChickenJoe]

I love these houses that just get developed by the actual architectures even after the initial building is finished. They have so much character and thought put into them and you can just see it....

[@traciebrooks7498]

My heart sank when he said “it’s on the market”.

[@hijlaa]

I´m so glad I clicked play on this tour. It´s absolutely gorgeous. Many flashier homes do not compare.

[@plusmatick]

This has to be one of the most magnificent houses and interiors I have ever seen. You can feel serene and balanced simply by looking at it. Living in there must a tremendous experience. Stunning!!

[@ammorain6045]

This is absolutely priceless. So much effort and love his father put in, he shouldn't sell it.

[@sandyjackson6911]

I agree..

[@wanasiwa]

Easily my favourite of the AD tours. What a joy it must've been to grow up in this house.

[@jinglebell9107]

We can save the earth if we have many Architects like this.

[@littlenest]

At first sight it looks like a spaceship or sombrero. The inside is a thing of beauty and the views are the icing on the cake. Absolutely love it! ❤️

[@ericcarabetta1161]

Space sombrero.

[@lapsedluddite3381]

@@ericcarabetta1161 Now THERE's a new sci-fi series waiting to happen!

[@bosdavy1]

The house is the icing on the cake. the views are the cake.

[@amraceway]

@@bosdavy1 It will have a more than a view when it falls into the sea. This is development insanity.

[@mezanian]

​@@amracewayit's been there before you were born, everything dies😢

[@lilithgisella1627]

This is beyond gorgeous. Everything is beautifully incorporated and I like that the materials have their own backstories.

[@nameisamine]

This property seem like a family heirloom. Filled with memories. It must be difficult to say goodbye & sell up.

[@sheilagrayman7147]

It stands firm, because it was built out of...❤

[@leeleemee]

Beautifully said ❤😊

[@amraceway]

@@leeleemee Built out of madness. It is on a soft coastline and will collapse into the sea.

[@clk55amg208]

Thank you Harry for being so far ahead of your time. Enjoy riding the waves of eternity.

[@Jade-sm2ql]

This is the most beautiful AD property I’ve ever seen, if this was in my family with the stories behind it all I could never sell it id need it to be kept in the family but each to their own and I truly hope whoever does purchase it sees the beauty and takes care of it keeping its authenticity without changing it

[@iamjoshdelacruz]

This house is amazing! I don’t know why you would sell it. It’s almost like you're giving away something that’s a legacy in your family.

[@heybuddyyouincapetown]

i agree. it's like a heirloom. unless he's selling because he really can't afford living there, he shouldn't let go

[@randyc754]

This is all about your mom! The woman who inspired a genius to create a masterpiece! ❤

[@lynda6801]

Just...wow! Absolutely stunning. It must have been so amazing to grow up here. It's so wonderful to hear the adoration and respect that you have for your father. 🥰

[@naymyo5503]

The most beautiful house I’ve ever seen and it has a soul, full of warmth and personality.

[@CybrMyth]

honestly such a magical place that i hope nobody changes. it's beautiful inside and out

[@tiborch]

If I have money, this house is mine. It has soul and all the materials, you always have something to do around the house, taking care... I love it

[@bojanalukic8515]

What a magical childhood he had!

[@LearningwithLani]

This is my second episode with the same architect. I’ve never known much about architects but I have to say he’s my favorite because he uses reclaimed materials, camping out on the site before designing and building, and customizing everything to optimize nature.

[@wantlers]

This is the stuff that I stay subbed to AD for - bespoke structures that speak for the creator and everyone they held close for generations. More of this please ❤

[@lapsedluddite3381]

Two of Harry Gesner's masterpieces are now for sale: The Wave House, (next door) for $49,500,000., while Sandcastle House is being offered for $22,500,000.

[@kurtlindner]

Ugh, the property taxes. 😭

[@therealJamieJoy]

What is the sandcastle selling for? Do you know? I assume the treehouse and guesthouse are included?

[@nataliaalfonso2662]

@@therealJamieJoydid you read the comment?

[@therealJamieJoy]

thank you, I think I read another comment and commented on this one!! LOL@@nataliaalfonso2662

[@bluewren65]

@@therealJamieJoy $27.5M.

[@natalie9642]

So much soul in this house.. it is literally alive. One of the best houses I've seen at AD

[@orbitaljunkie]

It's really wild how some people get to live their lives.

[@kaberlini]

True 🥲🥲🥲

[@taylorjeanloft]

what a dream, the greenhouse is such an artful touch! love all of the precious details being celebrated 🕊️

[@shamine5887]

If I had a property like this, I would never sell it

[@lapsedluddite3381]

@@1061anna Sadly true, not to mention taxes and maintenance fees must be substantial.

[@amraceway]

@@lapsedluddite3381 And the fact that the sea will reclaim it.

[@sdddd333]

and soon the house will be under water! sad to sell but might be a very smart move

[@shamine5887]

haha 😭

[@mikecheck1214]

nah, it will just float away to neverland@@sdddd333

[@lorrainespear1210]

By far the best AD house tour ever. Beautiful views, amazing use of discarded architectural details, touching family history. It's otherworldly.

[@vickyb9918]

What a cool house. I hope someone buys it and loves it as much as this family did.

[@Spangletiger]

Same here. My heart sank when he mentioned that it's on the market. I hope it is snapped up by someone who falls in love with it and doesn't end up being bought purely for the land it sits on.

[@annycelsi]

I once went to a party in this house. Nan was holding forth in the kitchen with a Shakespearean reading of the LA Times. Unforgettable! Rod did not show up however.

[@johnmccadden7121]

I never thought a house would enchant me as John Lautner's do. This beach house is a waking dream. All hail the inspiration and execution!

[@vnkman4391]

Beautiful. Lovely guy. Very humble and great energy. His Dad sounds like a very cool guy indeed.

[@Geemeel1]

One of the most beautiful homes I have seen in my life... All Love ad Light to you and your family 💞

[@nyenyenyc918]

This house was made with so much love 😢 Omg I felt it thru watching I wouldn’t be able to let go wow just wow your father did an amazing job!!! Just wow this is beautiful

[@kt9495]

I love seeing how others live. I love that we preserve these spaces. There is a felt sense of life and love and everything in between. When we view this as a collective, may it give rise to our shared humanity, even if we feel we are lacking. Yes, there are places and people that live seemingly more elevated. But don’t discount beauty, as you find it.

[@StateofKait]

This is the coolest house with a beautiful story. Probably my favorite AD video ever

[@stacyhunter2710]

Omg.... it should be a community center now. So magical

[@Sab-ck2rb]

the mus beaUtiful house I ever seen. Because of it's history, the emotions around it, the view, the softiness, warm and cosy. defenitly never for sale.

[@RG-ls2db]

what a soulful house, full of wonder and calmness.

[@malikajohnson5069]

What an amazing house, it provided an amazing life! Who ever buys this will be one lucky person! Thank you for sharing. I’m in love!

[@jeunbarbs7216]

Pure Love. This was built with pure love and passion. One of the best tours in this channel.

[@queenieadeaye]

I love the history and the story of this house and how it was built. This is one of the reasons I fell in love with architecture and design, because it's so fascinating and you can always learn something new. I never knew sand was non compressible that's a fun fact I will always have knowledge about now.

[@looneytoons7594]

Your father was a true master mind that house is beautiful and well designed

[@ranidenkaa2656]

The most beautiful father-son relationship ❤

[@9Naethy]

The creative soul can explore to get one with the atmosphere around. Respective and functional at the same time. A wonderful house, inviting to be admired.

[@laqueenmisfit]

Very special place and amazing storytelling! An heartwarming AD tour❤

[@mariannealmeida173]

Risk of erosion, i can not live in a place so close to water like that. However, beautiful house and very touching story. 💙

[@stevemiller7949]

Thank you! Stunning, unique design. A great and rare remnant of it's era, and overflowing with soulfulness.🙂🙂🙂🙂

[@James-x9z3x]

ABSOLUTELY WOW! The only way I could have enjoyed this more would be to stay there. The stories those walls would tell. Thank you for sharing!

[@268sjh]

The most beautiful house I've ever seen and beautiful narration ❤

[@Maliceless100]

Not gonna lie, I was sort of moved. The best few minutes I ever spent on AD/KZbin.

[@walksp1500]

It should stay in the family, that’s so sad. It’s amazing!!

[@multipass888]

This is so perfect and breathtaking I'm fumbling for words...in absolute awe....

[@EH23831]

I can’t believe he’s selling it!! 🥺 I would never let that leave my family - it’s his father’s legacy…

[@jlg395]

Get a hold of yourself, Emma.

[@Cheapcasio]

ikr? The house is so unique and beautiful. And his dad built it for his mom. I'm in shock.

[@lukaslovgren3828]

I dont understand how you can sell a house that is so personal and carries that much sentimental value.

[@jlg395]

It's called money.

[@prose305]

It;s so beautiful I am on the verge of tears.

[@kathleenhenselder5846]

Love the family stories with the history. Thank you

[@lovingmayberry307]

I rarely envy wealthy ppl's homes, they seem so predictable and staged, but THIS......❤️

[@fifi24080]

just WOW, a spectacular property... i'm saddened that he has placed it on the market, but i'm sure he has his reasons.... lovely tour, thank you

[@sfowler1017]

Breathtaking. Magical. Thanks for sharing it ❤️ It breaks my heart it's leaving your family, though.

[@SeekoGT]

This house is basically magic.

[@seattlebeard]

That's the finest house I've seen in Malibu. Most homes there are cold, white, soulless boxes.

[@Soopology]

Probably the most perfect property I’ve seen for how I want to live.

[@Gary_Hope]

What a fantastic house, this feature has sent me down a Harry Gesner rabbit hole, loved the feature and his son telling the story is an excellent touch, now looking for the book houses of the sundown sea, thank you for this.

[@zoecunningham3019]

Spectacular!! Each room, every nook & cranny compliments another. Warmth, comforts blended with nature's outstanding beauty.

[@HiMotionAndDesign]

I remember this house! It’s the one they used in the music video for «Road trippin» by Red Hot Chilipeppers. Always thought that was the coolest house I’d ever seen. Don’t sell it. Ever.

[@jreese8284]

Again, so lovely. It's beautiful to see all the repurposed materials, they add history and charm. But I still don't want to wash all those windows!

[@miserycord0666]

Not enough love in the comments to Zen. Bro was literally Sinbad

[@user-ef5id9km3p]

The living room is my dream living room. Iconic.

[@DellaMasonStacy]

HANDS DOWN... BEST ONE YET!🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤

[@jasminepetal3972]

WOW. This house is insane. All houses should be intune w nature like this. Theyre beautiful and eco friendly and hits all the marks to live in harmony w Gaiaa. A win on all frontsss Edit: also its amazing how it was built in the 60s and yet its still seems very modern and current even today !!!! Maybe cuz its beautiful yet simplistic and i think visual simplicity along w touches if beauty in the building process always seems current when it comes to trends in architecture

[@j.mariemartin]

literally the coolest house ive ever seen

[@pw2581]

Stunning and so much thought and care in every detail... I'd love to see this place in person.

[@domdela5217]

I agree with many comments here. What a fun and great house to create lasting memories with your family. I'm sorry to hear that the family is selling. That sucks.

[@BadgerButterfly]

Wow this is exceptional artistry and labor of love , exactly my style if I had the money this is were I would live. I was thinking wow this house will never be on the market - gasp! its for sale !? I would never be able to sell something like this wow, the only reason I could think of is that it will be eaten by the ocean sooner than later. What many lucky years they had, a serious dream.

[@stcrl]

Very special video this one. Hope they take back on the selling though! So much memories

[@GanzcastGermany]

I am at a loss for words, if I had the money I would buy it, but it is still a shame that this gem will leave the family

[@eloreen1275]

I really love this house. Would change nothing. It's so sad to sell one's childhood house. Hope someone will love this wonderful house and cherish it.

[@AnanyaChadha]

this house is beautiful, just wow. what a dream.

[@bettykirsch3166]

I cried at the end of this video because this family is selling this house. I don't even know them, but I mourn for their loss of this house and their parents.

[@displaystortford]

I wonder why he’s selling.. you would never want to give up a property like that.. it’s magical 🤩

[@qinisilephungula3071]

Beautiful everything about this, your dad was amazing....