The comprehensively updated 1930s home in L.A.'s Los Feliz neighborhood, offered by streetwear impresario Jerry Lorenzo, is a fashionable fusion of vintage details and quiet, contemporary luxury.
The gated entrance
The 1930s home, offered by streetwear impresario Jerry Lorenzo, is a blend of vintage details and quiet, contemporary luxury.
The front courtyard
Having stitched up a $20 million deal for a snazzy compound in Beverly Hills earlier this year, fashion designer Jerry Lorenzo, founder of the high-brow streetwear label Fear of God, has hoisted his perfectly tailored home in L.A.’s Los Feliz neighborhood on the market for $14.9 million.
The Foyer
Originally built in the 1930s for the Ralph family, the founders of the Ralph’s grocery store chain, now owned by Kroger, the Spanish-style home sits on Nottingham Avenue, one of the neighborhood’s more coveted streets. It was later owned by soap star Ronn Moss (The Bold and the Beautiful), who sold up in 2015 to political operative Paul Manafort and his son-in-law Jeffrey Yohai. Long story short, Manafort got into a tussle with the government, and the house was seized and sold to a couple of Hollywood managers who spent a year renovating before they flipped it in 2018 for $8.495 million to Lorenzo and his wife Desiree Manuel.
The Living Room
The street-style style icon has subsequently given the place a total makeover spearheaded by Kathleen and Tommy Clements, who remade the interiors into what marketing materials describe as “a world of refined beauty, where warm-toned interiors and carefully curated finishes create an atmosphere of understated luxury.” The listing is held by Tyrone McKillen of Plus Real Estate Group.
The Dining Room
Between the main house, guesthouse,e and poolside loggia, there are about 7,200 square feet dressed in muted tones and soft textiles that reflect Lorenzo’s dedication to quiet luxury. Spare and refined but too plush and moody to be minimalist, the home features travertine-lined archways and variegated chevron-pattern parquet flooring throughout the main and upper floors. The spacious foyer’s focal point is a swooping staircase that echoes the sensual and precise drapes and shapes of Lorenzo’s clothing designs, and the formal sitting room is fashionable, if not especially formal, while the dining room features a baronial fireplace and a carved wood ceiling, both coated in the same milky beige color as the walls.
Elsewhere, the eat-in kitchen is laid out around a doublewide island with a prep sink with white oak cabinetry, gourmet appliances, and grey flannel-colored countertops and backsplashes shot through with lightning bolt-like streaks. A nearby lounge with floor-to-ceiling walls of glass looks out over the backyard.
Five bedrooms and seven bathrooms are dispersed across the one-third-acre property. One guest bedroom, done up as a study, has French doors to a column-supported loggia, while the primary suite is a private retreat with a fireplace, a sleek, compartmentalized bath, and a two-room closet and dressing area.
The Study
At the back of the house, a vine-draped pergola shades a poolside terrace. There’s a sports court between the main house and a detached two-story guesthouse situated at the back of the property next to the swimming pool. On the opposite side of the yard is a sunken spa and a dining pergola.
The Primary Bedroom
About Nottingham House
The primary bath
Nestled on one of Los Feliz's most coveted streets, this captivating 1930s transitional residence stands as a testament to exquisite design and meticulous craftsmanship. Renowned designers Kathleen and Tommy Clements have artfully reimagined this home, infusing it with a harmonious blend of sophistication and comfort. Timeless elegance meets modern luxury.
The Maestro’s closet
Step through the steelworks doors and into a world of refined beauty, where warm-toned interiors and carefully curated finishes create an atmosphere of understated luxury. The main house, guest house, and pool-side loggia seamlessly intertwine, offering approximately 7,200 square feet of living space adorned with five bedrooms and nine bathrooms.
The Backyard
The heart of the home is a spacious and inviting living area, where sunlight dances through expansive windows, casting a soft glow on the rich hardwood floors below. A cozy fireplace beckons you to unwind and relax, while thoughtful architectural details add a touch of timeless 1930s charm. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's delight, featuring top-of-the-line appliances, custom cabinetry, and marble countertops. Perfect for hosting a formal dinner party, this culinary haven is sure to impress even the most discerning palate.
The Grounds
Outside, an elegant inground pool awaits, surrounded by lush landscaping and framed by high hedges creating complete privacy. A sports court provides entertainment options, while an outdoor lounge and dining area offer the perfect setting for al fresco gatherings with friends and family. The expansive garden is adorned with Japanese maple trees, creating a tranquil retreat.
Located just moments from Griffith Park, trendy boutiques, and gourmet restaurants, this exceptional residence offers the perfect blend of privacy and convenience. Welcome home to a world of timeless elegance and modern luxury in the heart of Los Feliz.
Nottingham house is listed by Plus Real Estate founder Tyrone Mckillen.
