722 17th St

A minimalist masterpiece by British architect John Pawson, c. 2017. Pale woods. Concrete floors. Floor-to-ceiling windows. Clean lines. Stripped down spaces offering intimacy and understated sophistication that celebrate the fundamentals of architecture through simple and modest strokes. The elongated form of this home is pushed back from the street, with an uninterrupted vista running the full depth of the lot. The main level of the home is comprised of a collection of impressive public gathering spaces, including the open concept great room with living room, dining room and top-quality center island kitchen, with over 50 feet of walls of glass that slide open to the outdoor kitchen and living room, drought tolerant gardens, and generous patios which are well-suited for major events or intimate gatherings. A library/den with built-in desk and adjacent bathroom complete the main floor. The upstairs is devoted to 3 guest bedrooms, each with built-in desks and shelving, 1 guest bathroom, and a sprawling primary suite with a luxurious spa-quality bath. The basement level of the house features a family/media/screening room and large darkroom with laundry and wine storage. Visitors can also access an additional/detached basement-level studio directly through the garden, which is located below the garage and is acoustically treated space perfect for a music studio, creative office and/or playroom with its own adjacent patio. The 2-car garage is accessed via the alley and offers a powder room and electric car charging. In total, approximately 5,530 sq. ft of curated living space, all washed in spectacular daylight, with countless bells, whistles and ease of living. A one-of-a-kind, museum quality, furnished lease opportunity located in the coveted North of Montana neighborhood of Santa Monica. Rarely does a home of this caliber become available for lease! Weekly housekeeping and gardener service included. 1-2 year furnished lease term only.