Sold on 10/17/2013 for $2,193,400
1055 San Rafael in Pasadena California is a 2 bedroom 4 bath home with 6907 SqFt.

This home has been described as, Thai House, designed by Pasadena architect Bob Ray Offenhauser, is artfully sited on a South San Rafael knoll that serves to emphasize the scale & design of its unique facade. The roof of terra cotta fish-scale tiles w/ cast stone detailing creates an exotic exterior preparing the visitor for the drama inside. Old railroad cobblestone pavers comprise a walkway to the entrance doors which open to a courtyard w/ swimming pool. The living room has a 34 ft. ceiling w/ gracefully carved 24 ft. floating beam. 4 black lacquered columns accentuate the wide plank ebonized flooring. Wood paneling in the Thai manner adorns the library walls & intricately carved sliding louvered shutters serve as a foil for the home's clean, simple lines. An old world style gourmet kitchen is open to a great room space w/ fireplace. A sumptuous master suite has a fireplace, 2 baths, 2 walk-in closets & a gym room. Downstairs is a generous guest suite, a wine cellar & a laundry/utility room.