Sold on 3/27/2013 for $1,618,000
426 California in Pasadena California is a 4 bedroom 4 bath home with 3700 SqFt.

This home has been described as, On a private half acre, this bold Contemporary in the coveted Arroyo Seco area was designed and built by its residential & coml architect-owner. Striking and imaginative, the Living Rm has breathtaking views of the outdoors, huge walls of glass, amazing open beam ceilings, and views to the Dining Rm, Kitchen and Family Rm. The Master Suite offers tree-top views, 2 walk-in closets, double sinks, built-ins, and adjoining office. The site was once part of a large estate on South Grand Ave. An original stone wall from that property is incorported in the lower level gallery connecting the architect's Studio, 3 addtl bedrooms, 2 addtl baths & Laundry Rm, plus great storage rms. Reminiscent of Tuscany, the lovely garden with stone walls, oaks and olive trees has views of the Colorado Street Bridge and majestic San Gabriel mtns beyond -- it's secluded, enchanting.