Inside a Mid-Century-Inspired Californian Home Designed to Echo its Surroundings

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Published 2024-03-27
Tucked away in the Santa Monica Mountains, with unobstructed views stretching across the Pacific Ocean, Saddle Peak House was originally designed by architect Michael Sant of the eponymous Californian studio as his own personal retreat. Shortly thereafter, LA-based film producer and design enthusiast Goktug Sarioz purchased the home and opened its doors to the public, offering a destination where people could come and appreciate the role of architecture in deepening our connection to nature. “Why create beautiful architecture if not to share it?" Goktug says.

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Location: Los Angeles, California, U.S.A
Architecture: Sant Architects
Stay at Saddle Peak House:
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Welcome Beyond - www.welcomebeyond.com/property/saddle-peak-house/

Published and produced by Miffy Coady | estliving.com
Filmed and edited by Dan Preston for est living
Film project manager: Megan Rawson | estliving.com
Film assistant: Jack Seedsman | estliving.com
Editor: Sophie Lewis | estliving.com
Words by Holly Beadle

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All Comments (21)
  • @lucasmcintosh5533
    My wife and I stayed here a couple months ago and fell in love with the architecture and surroundings. Incredible place and great film.
  • @askdeborahrobertson1415
    Imagine sipping your morning coffee with that view of the Pacific Ocean. So secluded and beautiful.
  • @kitzv91
    The best 5 minutes I’ve ever spent really ❤ beautifully designed! Bravo
  • @miffycoady.
    Saddle Peak design is exceptional, adore the secluded and rugged Topanga region.
  • @emmyfordd
    The views are breathtaking in this film! Such an incredible home and location. Well done team est!
  • @meganrawson100
    A considered and secluded home immersed in its surroundings makes it the ideal, ridgetop sanctuary. Stunning.
  • @SlavaSakhnenko
    Aaah i wanted to know how they hid the outlets and light switches!
  • @ElinaBenado
    I just discovered your channel, and I'm already thoroughly impressed and inspired by the content. Can't wait to see more!
  • @blakeaaron5698
    Epic. I've seen so many features on this property, and I continue to be in awe.
  • @Jakub.K0
    Edited so well that i can catch a hint of the zen that comes over you when you pull up to this home surrounded by nature with that view
  • @gorgeou8
    What a great production! His speaking narrative on the architecture designs in a stunning natural environment and priceless views, accompanied by a perfectly calming background music are just perfectly executed!
  • @nathalie.1971
    Wow… no words.. felt zen watching this piece of art ❤
  • @AliGokaySarioz
    Lovely video. Very well edited and balanced. What a house…
  • @texasorange285
    Breathe in……Breathe out……Beautiful!!!! The Landscape….Boulders….etc!!!
  • @danionut5317
    ufff i wish to have a space like that to paint in full relax landscape almost in the clouds