4123 N Virginia RD Long Beach, CA 90807

Determined to transform their family's 1924 bungalow into a modernist home, Mr. & Mrs. Pekrul commissioned Long Beach architect Paul Tay for a post and beam addition in 1968. The result was an inspiring & light filled space, sheltered behind privacy fencing and mature trees on a generous, nearly 9,000 square foot lot. It stands today as a time capsule of late 60's modernism. Rough sawn Redwood ceiling, custom built soffit lighting, wrap around and clerestory windows, hand painted tile, beautiful Teak cabinetry and built-ins- all remain gloriously intact. Sliding glass doors access a central courtyard, connecting Tay's addition to the now renovated 1920's structure. Cork flooring has been laid throughout, merging the Tay addition to the crisp white palette of the reconfigured original home. 3 bedrooms and 2 baths are encompassed in the 1,398 SF main house; a newly completed separate studio/casita with kitchenette and 3/4 bath provides an additional approx. 240 SF of flexible living space. Additional recent updates include forced air heating and cooling with hospital grade air filtration, tankless water heater, landscape, and hardscape. Intriguingly, Tay created drawings for a phase two addition. Never built, its plan includes an expanded living space, entrance foyer, and two car carport at the front. Well sited in Long Beach's prestigious Virginia Country Club neighborhood, yet giving the impression of being somewhere far away from the city.