The following is a partial listing of historical hillside properties for which Parmelee/Geology has provided geologic and geotechnical consulting services. The listed properties represent work done by recognized architects or construction which defines a certain architectural style. The level of our geotechnical involvement in these projects varies from evaluations of existing site and structure performance to providing detailed recommendations for stabilization, renovation or new construction.
Taggart House, 5423 Black Oak Drive, Los Feliz - 1922 Lloyd Wright
- Parmelee Geology was initially hired to perform an overall site evaluation.
Our continued work on the project has included the preparation of a
comprehensive geologic and soils engineering report provided to assist in the complete
restoration of original structure and stabilization of secondary site
structures. Work is being performed under the architectural direction of
renowned architect, Eric Lloyd
Wright. General contracting work is being performed by Tom Montgomery.
Warwick Evans Residence, 12036 Benmore Terrace, Brentwood - 1936 Lloyd Wright
- Parmelee Geology was hired to perform an evaluation of the site geologic
conditions prior to purchase.
Duncan/Erwin House - 340 Grand Avenue, Pasadena - 1905 Greene and Greene
craftsman residence. Renovation of this historic residence will include seismic
reinforcement of the original stone and mortar foundation system. Work is
to be performed by restoration contractor, Tom Montgomery.
English Manor Estate - Paul R. Williams. Restoration of this old
English estate will include replacement of site retaining walls and interior
modifications.
540 W. California Street, Pasadena. Heineman and Heineman residence.
Work to be performed includes stabilization and replacement of the early 1900's
unreinforced stone and mortar foundations.
Two brothers, Alfred and Arthur Heineman, formed the architectural firm
A.S. Heineman & Company in 1909. Though neither brother had any formal
architectural training, during the period 1907 to 1923 the two designed 10 grand
residences and over 250 smaller bungalows in the Arts & Crafts tradition, in
Pasadena and the Los Angeles area.
Sten-Frenke House, 126 Mabery Road, Santa Monica - 1934
Richard Neutra - Parmelee Geology's services at this historic property
included a complete overall evaluation and analysis of existing site
conditions and analysis of structure and foundation performance.
Singleton House, 1959 - 15000 Mulholland Drive, Los Angeles - Richard Neutra - Parmelee Geology was employed to evaluate geologic conditions and the site which included vertical exposures of Modelo Formation sandstone and complex geologic structure.
Carling House, 7044 Hockey Trail, Los Angeles -1950 John Lautner
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Our geotechnical services on this historic property have included a detailed
overall site and structure evaluation. Recommendations were provided for
improvement of foundation and drainage conditions in an effort to help protect
site structures and slopes.
Pickfair - 1143 Summit Drive, Beverly Hills. Original 1912 estate of
Douglas Fairbanks Jr. and Mary Pickford. Parmelee Geology was employed to
evaluate the overall geologic conditions of site structures and property.
Substantial renovation was conducted to the main residence. The only
original portion of the main structure is the west wing. shown here with the
front arches. Other original site structures, such as the swimming pool
and pool house also remain on the site.
How House, 2422 Silver Ridge Drive, Silverlake - 1925 R.M.
Schindler - Parmelee Geology's services have included a comprehensive site
and structure evaluation provided for the eventual restoration of the residence.
Lloyd Wright House, 858 N. Doheny Drive, Hollywood - 1928 Lloyd Wright -
Work at the site has included preparation of a geologic and soils engineering
study to evaluate settlement issues occurring at the subject property.
General contracting and repairs were conducted by Tom Montgomery.
Huntington Hartford Foundation Rustic Canyon Projects, 2000
Runyan Canyon, Los Angeles- 1950 Lloyd Wright - The guest house of proposed
residential development was completed in 1950 on the crest of a prominent
natural ridge overlooking the Los Angeles basin. The main residential structure was
never constructed. Geotechnical services provided included a detail site
analysis for completion of the main residential structure based upon the
original plans prepared by Lloyd Wright. Development plans for this
historic site for now remains uncertain.
3604 Lowry Drive, Los Feliz - 1954 Kemper Nomland Jr.
residence. Kemper Nowland Sr. trained under Frank Lloyd Wright. The
residence is a post and beam construction design which was built as a "Case
Study" residence (#10). The Case Study House
program (1945-66) was an exceptional, innovative event in the history of
American architecture and remains to this day unique. The program, which
concentrated on the Los Angeles area and oversaw the design of 36 prototype
homes, sought to make available plans for modern residences that could be easily
and cheaply constructed during the postwar building boom. The program's chief
motivating force was Arts & Architecture editor John Entenza, a champion of
modernism who had all the right connections to attract some of architecture's
greatest talents, such as Richard Neutra, Charles and Ray Eames, and Eero
Saarinen. Highly experimental, the program generated houses that were designed
to re-define the modern home, and thus had a pronounced influence on
architecture - American and international - both during the program's existence
and even to this day. Parmelee Geology was hired to evaluate
geologic conditions at the site and to make recommendations concerning
restoration and future additions.
11600 Amanda Drive, Studio City - 1949 R.M. Schindler residence. A geologic site evaluation of the property was conducted by Parmelee Geology. Review of prior geotechnical documents was performed and a visual observation and evaluation of geologic site conditions was performed. recommendations were provided for improvement of site drainage conditions.
1515 Tigertail Road, Brentwood - Craig Ellwood designed residence. Parmelee Geology was employed to evaluate the geologic conditions at the site. The residence is supported on a natural ridge line underlain by the lower member the Modelo Formation, often referred to as the "Bel Air Sandstone".
4519 Cockerham Drive - 1930's Wallace Neff residence.
Parmelee Geology performed a site evaluation of existing structures and slopes.
Correcting poorly controlled surface drainage was one of the important aspects
of preserving this historical residence.
5720 Valley Oak Drive, Los Angeles - 1951 R.L. Byrd - Parmelee Geology provided a comprehensive geologic and soils engineering study of the property for the complete residence restoration and renovation and additions to the existing residence. Work at the site included foundation improvements, new foundations and retaining walls. Foundation work was performed by Richard Moe with Hillside Foundation.
1367 Lago Vista Drive, Beverly Hills - 1952 R. L. Byrd
- Parmelee Geology's involvement included site evaluation and foundation
analysis. Recommendations were provided for drainage control improvements
and protection of onsite slopes.
1359 Londonderry Place - R.L. Byrd - Parmelee Geology was hired to
prepare a geologic evaluation of the site for purchase.
1163 Calle Vista Drive, Los Angeles - 1961 Harold Levitt - Geotechnical work at the site included preparation of a detailed geologic and soils engineering report provided for evaluation of site conditions and restoration of the post and beam residence. Construction on the site included modification of the swimming pool, additions to the residence and improvements to the access driveway.
2000 Grace Avenue, Whitley Heights Historic District -
Lingenbrick House 1930 - Jock Peters - Parmelee Geology provided an
analysis of existing site conditions prepared for renovation of the historic
residence and implementation of secondary site improvements.
6665 Emmet Terrace, Whitley Heights Historic District - 1928 residence - site and foundation evaluation and drainage improvements.
2415 Pilgrimage Trail, Whitley Heights Historic District - 1924 Residence - Parmelee Geology provided an evaluation of the current site conditions and an analysis of the foundation system.
6756 Milner Road, Whitley Heights Historic District - 1935 Residence - Our work on this project included a detailed site evaluation which included foundation analysis and recommendations for stabilization.
2117 Woodland Way, Whitley Heights Historic District - 1923 Residence - Parmelee Geology performed a site evaluation and foundation foundation analysis for this early 20th century residence.
6675 Whitley Terrace, Whitley Heights Historic District
- Pike House, 1951 George Russell - Parmelee Geology provided a
detailed geologic and soils engineering analysis for proposed additions to residence.
1954 AIA National Merit Award
6624 Whitley Terrace, Whitley Heights Historic District, 1939 Residence - A site and foundation evaluation was performed by Parmelee Geology.
Chun House, 2295 Verde Oak Drive, Los Angeles - 1960 Buff and Hensman
- A comprehensive site evaluation was performed by Parmelee Geology. Consultation
was also provided regarding new construction at the site.
7435 Woodrow Wilson Drive, Los Angeles - 1990 Buff and Hensman - Parmelee Geology prepared a detailed site evaluation of this unique hillside residence.
Hammerman House, 201 Bentley Circle, Los Angeles - 1950's
Richard Neutra - Parmelee Geology was hired to prepare a comprehensive site evaluation.
Work at the historic property has included extensive remodeling and construction
of a second story addition (seen under construction in the photo).
6431 La Punta Drive, Los Angeles - 1982 Pierre Koenig -
Parmelee Geology was hired to evaluate existing site conditions and provide an
evaluation of foundation performance. Planned improvements include restoration
of the residence and site improvements.
1258 Hilldale Avenue, Los Angeles - 1925 R.M. Schindler
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Parmelee Geology was hired to prepare a site evaluation for the proposed
restoration of existing residence. Drainage improvements will be implemented to
improve overall site performance and preserve existing construction.
141 N. Bentley Avenue, Los Angeles - 1941 Paul
R. Williams
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Parmelee Geology was hired to perform a site evaluation. Drainage improvements
will be implemented to improve overall site performance.
600
East Rustic Road - Frank Gehry - Parmelee Geology performed a site
evaluation and research of previous geotechnical documents for purchase of this
property.
500 Crestline Drive, Brentwood - Paul R. Williams - A geologic site
evaluation was performed to determine site stability and long term performance
issues prior to purchase.
Rockingham Avenue, Brentwood - Paul R. Williams - 1930's residence.
Parmelee Geology performed a site evaluation of existing structures and
conditions.
Oakmont Drive, Brentwood - Paul R. Williams - A geologic site observation
was conducted to evaluate this historic property. A combination of older
and newer construction is present at the site.
9530 Heather Road, Beverly Hills - Gerard Colcord -
Our geotechnical work on this project has included an initial evaluation of site
conditions. Subsequently, Parmelee Geology performed a more detailed
geologic and soils engineering study to assist in improvements,
and construction of additions to the residence.
501 24th Place, Santa Monica - Parmelee Geology was initially
hire to evaluate the overall site conditions. Our continued services at
the site have included the preparation of a comprehensive geologic and soils
engineering report for the restoration of this early 20th
century craftsman-style residence. Improvements have included
stabilization of the original residence foundation
system and construction of new additions, detached garage and swimming pool.
Oriole Lane, Los Angeles - 1949 Residence designed by Whitney Smith and A.
Quincy Jones - Parmelee Geology was hired to provide an analysis of the site
for the proposed renovation of the original structure and construction of
additions.
Haldeman Road, Los Angeles - 1920's residence in Rustic Canyon. The
residence has been given the look of a log cabin with the installation of split
log exterior siding. The residence is one of the
original structures constructed in the area. Numerous stone
retaining walls have been constructed on the site which add to the rustic feel
of the site, but also represent long term maintenance issues. Parmelee
Geology was hired to evaluate site conditions.
Old Malibu Courthouse, Pacific Coast Highway - Restoration of this historic
building has included improvement of drainage control systems and additions to
the original structure. Geotechnical services have consisted of the
preparation of a comprehensive geologic and soils engineering report evaluating
drainage conditions, foundation conditions, slope stability studies and
liquefaction potential.
1915 Craftsman house in Echo Park. Parmelee Geology was hired to prepare a
geologic site evaluation. Challenging issues with early 20th century
construction includes unreinforced foundations, lack of seismic bolting and
unbraced cripple walls.
3923 San Rafael Avenue, Mount Washington area of Los Angeles. Early 1900's
craftsman-style residence. Parmelee Geology performed a site and structure
evaluation. Substandard foundation conditions, typical for early century
construction, were found to exist. Consultation with the structural
engineer, Tom Purkiss, resulted in recommendations for replacement of portions
of the foundation system to be performed in conjunction with the structure
restoration.
960 Stonehill Drive, Brentwood.
A. Quincy Jones designed residence. Parmelee Geology was hired to evaluate the current condition
of the property and structures and to provide recommendations for construction
of a swimming pool.
2500 Silverlake Terrace - Parmelee Geology has provided a geologic and soils engineering report for the restoration and improvement to this historical residence in the Silverlake District of Los Angeles. The original residence was constructed in the early 1900's and was one of the first residences in the Silverlake area. Renovation of the structure has included reinforcement of the original concrete foundations. Work at the site is coordinated by the architect, Scott Prentice.
1335 Olive Lane, La Canada - 1930's residence designed by Austen Pierpont.
Parmelee Geology was hired to evaluate existing site geologic conditions prior
to purchase.
1717 Alta Mura Drive Pacific Palisdes -
Cliff May California ranch-style residence. Evaluation of site performance and drainage issues was performed during purchase.