JUST LISTED

NEW IN LITTLE HOLMBY- 365 COMSTOCK AVE

5BR/5.5 BATH

5375SF*

11,167 SF LOT

This magnificent Spanish sited on one of Holmby’s most desirable streets is beautifully updated yet retains its original character and authentic details. A two story foyer with curved stairway and exquisite iron railing flows into the elegant formal dining room, spacious high ceilinged, living room and family/media room with bar and outdoor terrace. French doors throughout bring natural illumination and indoor outdoor flow, perfect for entertaining. Cooks eat-in kitchen w/ banquette overlooks pool. An intimate wood beamed study with fireplace and a mahogany paneled library with private bath complete the main floor. 4 generous second floor bedrooms include a huge master suite with fireplace, walk -ins, and expansive terrace overlooking extraordinary landscaped grounds and flat back yard. Ground floor has a gym, large family room plus 5th bedroom with full bath and separate entrance. Resort like pool,spa and cabana with half bath, bbq.

* Sf measured by Appraiser at 5006 living area, 369sf bonus space(gym and cabana bath), 460sf garage

CALL JANE FOR SHOWINGS 310-497-5166  or janegavens@gmail.com

CITY ELECTIONS ONLY WEEKS AWAY

Don't forget to vote on March 7th.  Some important seats are in play and their new occupants will help shape the future of Los Angeles and Westwood.  Mayor, City Councilmember CD5 and School Board District 4 ( which includes Westwood) and several important initiatives are all on the ballot.

The winners of these elections will serve  5 1/2 year terms instead of the usual 4 years as LA seeks to eliminate off year elections. 

Incumbents up for reelection include  Councilmember Paul Koretz, School Board President Steve Zimmer and Mayor Eric Garcetti.

Our City councilmember has enormous influence and decision making power for our community

The 7 member school board  controls the LAUSD school system and the Mayor is, well the Mayor, leader of our great city.

Also on the ballot is Measure S, a controversial anti development measure that is opposed by much of our city leadership.  

These are critical races and initiatives, please take the time to learn about the candidates, the issues and to cast your vote.

4th of July Parade and Picnic

HWPOA’s 4th of July Parade & Picnic HWPOA’s 4th of July Parade & Picnic is ONE WEEK AWAY! Our Holmby Westwood 4th of July Parade and Party Monday, July 4th Meet at 10:00 am –  Warner Ave. School Bring dollars: The picnic will feature a watermelon stand to raise funds for UCLA Mattel Children’s Hospital Be sure to thank our sponsors who are spending their holiday with our neighborhood: ACS Security: Hot Dog grilling UCLA Health: Our Platinum Sponsor Ralphs: Our Gold Sponsor City Target: Face Painting and Lemonade NEW THIS YEAR: Sur La Table: In anticipation of the July opening of its Westwood store, Sur La Table will be our Silver Sponsor.  Check out the Sur La Table tent with the Chef’s Demo and giveaways! Our local Realtors, each have sponsored the awesome kids activities: The “Jordana Leigh” Obstacle Course 1 The “Jim Bremner” Obstacle Course 2 The “Larry Young” Toddler Mickey Park Learning Town The “Jane Gavens” Arts and Crafts Tent The “Linda and Jeff Janger” DJ Booth to fill the park with jamming music The “Caron Schwartz” Speed Racer Slide Your parade leaders: Esther Magna, Caron Schwartz, Rachelle Guerin, Rochelle Glucksman, Randie Kleinman, Katherine Meyer.

Little Holmby News

Holmby News 6-10-16 HOLMBY NEWS June 10, 2016 From the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, serving the Holmby Westwood community since 1960. 1.  HWPOA Board Meeting 2.  Public Works – Town Hall Meeting 3.  UCLA Commencement 4.  Sunset Blvd. Resurfacing – Ladera to Beverly Glen 5.  HWPOA’s July 4th Parade and Picnic 6.  Sepulveda Blvd. – Gas Pipeline Work 7.  Metro Field Work in Westwood and Century City 8.  Westwood Neighborhood Council Election 9.  Filming in Westwood Village – June 13 10.  Upcoming Community Events 11.  HWPOA Communication and Ad Policy 12.  Resident Ads 13.  HWPOA Contact Information 1.  HWPOA BOARD MEETING On Tuesday, June 14 at 8:00 PM, the HWPOA Board of Directors will hold its monthly meeting at Belmont Village, 10475 Wilshire Blvd. Members of the community are welcome to attend, though space is limited. Please let us know if you plan to attend.  Email Dana at hwpoa@aol.com 2.  PUBLIC WORKS – TOWN HALL MEETING Councilmember Koretz and the City of L.A.’s Department of Public Works are pleased to invite you to a special Town Hall meeting this Monday, June 13, at 5:30 p.m., at Cheviot Hills Recreation Center (2551 Motor Avenue, L.A. 90064). The work of the Department of Public Works is of crucial consequence and benefit to our city and its communities and neighborhoods. This town hall is a great opportunity for you to hear reports and ask questions about such matters as potholes, tree trimming, graffiti, sidewalks, and street lighting. Members of the Board of Public Works, as well as directors of departmental bureaus, will be present to participate, listen and provide answers. Parking is available in the large parking lot next to the auditorium.  For more information, please call the Board of Public Works at (213) 978-0262. For more information about this event, please click here: BoardofPublicWorksinCD506.13.16 3.  UCLA COMMENCEMENT UCLA Commencement Ceremonies will take place between June 10th-12th. There will be two College of Letters & Sciences Commencement ceremonies on Friday, June 10th at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Please see the following link for the complete list of campus commencement ceremonies: https://www.commencement.ucla.edu/ 4.  SUNSET BLVD. RESURFACING – LADERA TO BEVERLY GLEN The Resurfacing Division has scheduled resurfacing for Sunset Blvd from Ladera Drive to Beverly Glen Blvd for the following two weekends: Saturday June 18, 2016 to Sunday June 19, 2016  Saturday June 25, 2016 to Sunday June 26, 2016.  The resurfacing crew will begin working from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm both weekends. Traffic will be reduced down to one lane in each direction during the scheduled working hours. Please use Wilshire Blvd and Santa Monica Blvd as alternate routes.  As always, any emergency response vehicles will be given full access to their destination. 5.  HWPOA’s JULY 4TH PARADE AND PICNIC Join your neighbors and friends for a day of fun, food and activities: HWPOA’s 4th of July Parade and Picnic Food – Music – Bouncers – Arts & Crafts and much more! Decorate your scooters and wagons, your kids and grandkids, and your homes, especially if you’re along the Loring/ Comstock parade route!  Celebrate the holiday and the treasure of a neighborhood we live in together. We will kick off at 10:00 am on Monday, July 4that Warner Ave. School (on Loring at Holmby) 6.  SEPULVEDA BLVD. – GAS PIPELINE WORK SoCalGas is planning to work on their pipeline under Sepulveda Blvd. in the segment from just south of Wilshire to just north of Pico. The projected start date is this Monday, June 13. This project is expected to last about three months. On weekdays, they plan to work mostly at night. There may be occasional lane closures both on Sepulveda and on some cross streets, including Wilshire, Santa Monica, Olympic and Pico. Work details: Monday: Friday: 9 p.m. until 5 a.m. the next day Saturday: 5:30 a.m. to 4:30 a.m. on Sunday Sunday: No lane closures after 4:30 a.m. More info: https://www.socalgas.com/stay-safe/pipeline-and-storage-safety/2015-west-los-angeles-sepulveda-blvd 7.  METRO FIELD WORK IN WESTWOOD AND CENTURY CITY Metro contractors are performing field work as part of the planning for Section 3 of the Purple Line Extension. The work will include drilling of soil borings, groundwater monitoring well installation, testing and monitoring to gather further information about the geological conditions. For a complete list of work locations for the upcoming week, please click here: https://www.metro.net/projects/notices/notice_purpleline_060916/ 8.  WESTWOOD NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL ELECTION The Westwood Neighborhood Council election was held last weekend.  The WWNC is a place for community members to take their concerns; it advises our Councilmember Paul Koretz on important local issues including planning and transportation; provides community service; and directs thousands of dollars in grants to community organizations including our schools and parks. Grand slam for Team Westwood!!!  We took every one of the 19 seats!!  Thank you to all who supported us throughout this neighborhood council election season.  Sandy Brown was elected to represent our homeowners. 9.  FILMING IN WESTWOOD VILLAGE – JUNE 13 On Monday, June 13, there will be a film shot at Skylight Gardens – 1139 Glendon Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90024.  Hours will be 7:00am to 10:00pm, with preparations on Sunday, June 12. There will be intermittent pedestrian control and intermittent traffic control – 2 minutes standard. Equipment on sidewalk, in curb lane & across street. Exterior Dialogue. Exterior establishing shots. Interior Lobby and hallways on 4th floor. Crane.  Generator.  Picture vehicles. Production Parking: 6/12 – 6/13, 7:00AM – 10:00PM on various streets in Westwood Village. Lane Closures: 6/13, 7:00AM – 4:00PM W/S CURB LANE GLENDON BETWEEN LINDBROOK AND KINROSS If you have questions or concerns regarding this filming, please contact Film LA at 213-977-8600. You may also contact the Production Representative Jay Traynor at 213-712-9815. 10.  UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS Free Bulky Item Drop-Off – Saturday, June 18, 2016 from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.  Do you have an old mattress or bicycle that you no longer need?  LA Sanitation is offering free bulky item drop offs to help keep Los Angeles clean. Bring your bulky items to the West L.A. District Yard at 2027 Stoner anytime between 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.  For more information, please click here. L.A. Sanitation Open House – Saturday, June 25 from 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM at the West L.A. District Yard located at 2027 Stoner.  Come join the dynamic duo “Mr. Recycle” and sidekick “Robo Blue” as they jump into action to serve family fun, food and prizes for kids. For more information about this event, please CLICK HERE. Pre-4th of July Concert with the Brass Pacifica Quintet – Sunday, June 26 at 2:30 PM at the Westwood Library.  Back by popular demand! Join us for this lively concert celebrating American and other brass band music. Cinema Under the Stars – Westwood Village’s Cinema Under The Stars is back this summer with three classic family friendly movies. Moviegoers are invited to bring their own lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy the screenings in this unique outdoor setting. Each movie screening is open to the public, and moviegoers are encouraged to show up ahead of time to stake out a prime spot for the show. Tickets are not required to attend. The Lego Movie Monday, June 27th at 8:00pmWALL-E Monday, July 18th at 8:00pmFrozen Monday, August 1st at 8:00pmLocation 1031 Broxton Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024Doors open at 7:00pm, show starts at 8:00pm! . 11.  HWPOA COMMUNICATION AND AD POLICY Please direct all comments, questions or issues regarding the Holmby News to hwpoa@aol.com. Ads for plumbers, housekeepers, garage sales, etc. will be posted in the weekly News. Emergency situations such as coyote sightings, lost and found pets, traffic alerts and similar situations will continue to be published during the week as received. When placing an ad, please send to hwpoa@aol.com for the Holmby News moderator to review.  Responses to ads should be directed to the ad placer, not to HWPOA. 12.  RESIDENT ADS COMPUTER HELPER – RECOMMENDATION I have found a terrific student from UCLA who has been a big helper solving problems on my computer and scanner.  He is patient, understanding  and readily available from UCLA, and charges a fair & reasonable price for his service. His name is Isaac Park.  His phone number is 818-488-4028.  His email is Isaac.Park@Yahoo.com As a 50 year Westwood resident I highly recommend him.  If you choose to contact him, mention my name as my recommendation. Rick Wilson 13.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION HOLMBY WESTWOOD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.  P.O. Box 49180 Los Angeles, CA 90049 310-470-1785  Email: hwpoa@aol.com Web site: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org

Little Holmby News

Holmby News 5-27-16 HOLMBY NEWS May 27, 2016 From the Holmby Westwood Property Owners Association, serving the Holmby Westwood community since 1960. 1.  HWPOA’s July 4th Parade and Picnic 2.  Memorial Day Weekend – Safety and Fun 3.  V.A. Cemetery – Memorial Day Event 4.  Lawn Bowling at Holmby Park 5.  Upcoming Community Events 6.  HWPOA Communication and Ad Policy 7.  Resident Ads 8.  HWPOA Contact Information 1.  HWPOA’s JULY 4TH PARADE AND PICNIC SAVE THE DATEOn Monday, July 4th, 2016 HWPOA will be holding our Annual July 4th Parade and Picnicagain!  Join your neighbors and friends for a day of fun, food and activities.  Stay tuned more more details! 2.  MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND – SAFETY AND FUN The HWPOA Board of Directors would like to wish everyone a safe holiday weekend. AAA has created a list of safety tips for travel over the holiday weekend.  For more information, please click here. For a guide to Memorial Day weekend events around Los Angeles, please click here. 3.  V.A. CEMETERY – MEMORIAL DAY EVENT The VA Cemetery invites everyone to its 2016 Memorial Day event “Honoring Those Who Have Borne the Battle” – this coming Monday, May 30th, starting at 10:30 am.  This event is open to the public, and admission and parking are FREE! There will also be a flyover by the Condor Squadron during the event, http://www.condorsquadron.org/ For more information about this event, please click the flyer below. 4.  LAWN BOWLING AT HOLMBY PARK June is Holmby-Westwood Neighbor Month.  Every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, the Holmby Park Lawn Bowling Club is offering a free one hour private lesson to all members of the Association, starting at 10:30 AM in Holmby Park. Just make a reservation with me, Philip Fox and come on over and learn a wonderful activity and sport. Philip Fox 310-273-7776 or pmurrayf@aol.com 5.  UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS Jazz Reggae Festival –  Monday, May 30 at UCLA.  Doors open at 11:00 AM.  Event hours 12-6:00 PM.  Jazz Reggae Festival has been an integral part of the UCLA and LA communities for the past 29 years. In honor of the festival’s 30th anniversary, we are celebrating three decades of good vibes, jammin’ music, and cultural enrichment with a one-day festival under the Los Angeles sun.  This year, Jazz Reggae Festival is returning to its roots, presenting headliners from the genres of jazz and reggae accompanied by a curated selection of talented student bands. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here: http://www.jazzreggaefest.com/ Westwood Library Used Book Sale –  Saturday, June 4 from 10:30-3:30.  Get a great deal on some pre-loved books from several genres and topics. Our book sales are huge and we only have a handful of these events per year. Don’t miss it! Come and purchase some wonderful books for family and friends!  We have a great collection of Coffee Table books, Children Books and DVD’s. We’ll also be selling bookplates to add to the collection of our Library books. Dog Film Festival – Dogs are taking over Los Angeles at the city’s first Dog Film Festival this summer. The event will premiere at the Majestic Crest Theater in Westwood on Sunday, June 5, with a kick-off Pooch Party on Saturday, June 4! The Dog Film Festival is the perfect event to gather with friends, family, dogs (Yes, dogs are allowed in the theater!) and other dog lovers to celebrate and honor our beloved companions. For more information or to purchase tickets, please click here: Dog Film Festival Westwood Kehilla Banquet Honoring Ted Lieu –  On June 6, 2016, Westwood Kehilla synagogue, located in Westwood at 10523 Santa Monica Boulevard, is holding a dinner honoring Congressman Ted Lieu with its 2016 Community Visionary Award. Congressman Lieu represents the 33rd Congressional District, which encompasses most of Westwood and Holmby Hills.  Besides the Congressman, Consul General of Israel David Siegel, former Congressman Howard Berman, and former Los Angeles City Councilwoman Jan Perry will be participating in the program. The dinner will be held at Sephardic Temple on Wilshire Boulevard.  A copy of the invitation and other relevant information can be accessed at the link below. For more information, click here: http://kehilla.org/westwood-kehilla-banquet-honoring-ted-lieu/ 6.  HWPOA COMMUNICATION AND AD POLICY Please direct all comments, questions or issues regarding the Holmby News to hwpoa@aol.com. Ads for plumbers, housekeepers, garage sales, etc. will be posted in the weekly News. Emergency situations such as coyote sightings, lost and found pets, traffic alerts and similar situations will continue to be published during the week as received. When placing an ad, please send to hwpoa@aol.com for the Holmby News moderator to review.  Responses to ads should be directed to the ad placer, not to HWPOA. 7.  RESIDENT ADS NANNY NEEDED My daughter who lives in West Hollywood is looking for a nanny for her 2 months old baby and her 2 1/2 years old little girl. If you have recommendations, please call Giselle (310)254-4305. —————————————————————— HOLLYWOOD BOWL TICKETS – THE LITTLE MERMAID SELLING  6 tickets for Disney’s The Little Mermaid with fireworks. We will be out-of-town. Monday, June 6 at 8:00pm Section N2 11 Will sell as single or by 2, 3 , 4 etc… Face value price is $85.00 or best offer. This event is sold out. Call Giselle: (310)254-4305 —————————————————————— SEEKING CAR SERVICE I am looking for an SUV/limo car service to drive from West L.A. to LAX (not Uber or Lyft).  If you have any recommendations, please call Marie at (310) 600-4726.  Thank you. —————————————————————— SEEKING TREE TRIMMER If you have any recommendations for a good tree trimmer, please call Marie at (310) 600-4726.  Thank you. —————————————————————— PORCELAIN SINK REPAIR If you have any recommendations for someone who can repair porcelain sinks, please call Marie at(310) 600-4726.  Thank you. 8.  HWPOA CONTACT INFORMATION HOLMBY WESTWOOD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.  P.O. Box 49180 Los Angeles, CA 90049 310-470-1785  Email: hwpoa@aol.com Web site: www.holmbywestwoodpoa.org

Architects of Little Holmby: Richard Neutra

Architects of Little Holmby: Richard Neutra

Richard Joseph Neutra (April 8, 1892- April 16, 1970) was an Austrian-American architect, residing and building primarily in Southern California. Neutra is considered among the most important Modernist architects. While attending the Vienna University of Technology (1910-1918), Neutra studied under architectural theorist, Adolf Loos. After World War I, Neutra served as city architect in Luckenwalde, Germany. In 1922, he married Dione Niedermann, and had three sons with her; one son, Dion, became an architect and his father’s business partner.

Neutra moved to the United States in 1923. Briefly, Neutra worked for famed architect, Frank Lloyd Wright before accepting his friend’s, Rudolph Schindler, invitation to work and live communally in his King’s Road House, also known as Schindler House, in West Hollywood, California. In 1926, Neutra and Schindler partnered with planner Carol Aronovici to form the Architectural Group for Industry and Commerce (AGIC). After branching out on his own, Neutra designed numerous buildings, twelve of which have been designated as Historic Cultural Monuments, including the Lovell Health House, the Linn House, and the Neutra VDL Studio.


Lovell Health House- 4616 Dundee Drive, Los Angeles, CA
The Lovell Health House, completed in 1929, is considered to be a major monument in architectural history. The house was the first of its kind, built using steel framing and technology used in building skyscrapers. 


Linn House, 7820 Mulholland Dr., Los Angeles, CA


Neutra VDL Studio, 2300 Silver Lake Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA

In California, Neutra was celebrated for his geometric but airy structures, a variation of the mid-century modern style popular during this time. His residential architecture style was a blend of art, landscapes, and practical comfort. Neutra designed a number of houses in Little Holmby, including 10525 Garwood Pl, 234 Hilgard Ave, and 651 Warner Ave.

Greenberg House, 10525 Garwood Pl, Little Holmby

Kaufman House, 234 Hilgard Ave, Little Holmby

Van Cleef House, 651 Warner Ave, Little Holmby

Architects of Little  Holmby: P.P. Lewis

 A series featuring prominent architects that have made an important and  lasting contribution to our community.

Percy Parke "P.P." Lewis

P.P. Lewis (1885-1962) is an American Architect featured predominantly in Westwood, Los Angeles. Born in Pennsylvania in 1885, Percy Parke Lewis married Ruth Augusta Lewis in Omaha, Nebraska in 1917.During the height of his career, he was prolific in the Westwood area and designed more than 45 residences in Little Holmby, 7 which are pictured below,  Some of his important commercial work includes St. Alban's Episcopal Church, located at 580 Hilgard Ave, the " R.W. House" in Los Angeles and the Potter Hardware Company Store on Westwood Blvd. Two of his most notable designs are the Fox Theater, a focal point in Westwood Village which is listed as a Los Angeles Historic -Cultural Monument  and the  Chateau Colline on Wilshire Boulevard, an eight-unit Chateauesque Apartment Home which was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2002. 

Fox Theater, 961 Broxton Ave, Westwood, Los Angeles, CA

Chateau Colline, 10335 W Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA

In addition to these historic landmarks around Los Angeles, Percy Parke Lewis designed individual residences interspersed in the Little Holmby community. Keeping with the Revival theme in Little Holmby, Lewis designed homes pulling influences from English Country and Tudor, New English Traditional, and California Spanish styles. Examples of these classic revival styles within Little Holmby can be seen below:

New England Traditional
301 Loring Avenue
Year Built, 1931

California Spanish
551 S Beverly Glen Boulevard
Year Built, 1929

English Country Revival
801 Glenmont Avenue
Year Built, 1927

English Tudor Revival
1021 Manning Avenue
Year Built, 1934

English Tudor Revival
10557 Wyton Drive
Year Built, 1936

English Tudor Revival
10736 Le Conte Avenue
Year Built, 1934