1925 to 2004

Pierre Koenig

The steel-and-glass architect of the Stahl House

Drawing of a home in the style of Pierre Koenig

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Homes by Koenig for Sale

Homes across Southern California whose listings credit Pierre Koenig, updated from CRMLS throughout the day.

Architect attribution comes from each listing’s description, written by the listing agent, and has not been independently verified. Listings provided by CRMLS. “Listed by” identifies the listing agent and brokerage; Kyle Shutts and Arbor Real Estate are the advertising broker unless otherwise noted. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be independently verified. Inquiries are answered by Kyle Shutts, Arbor Real Estate.

About Pierre Koenig

Pierre Koenig was born in San Francisco in 1925 and earned his architecture degree at USC in 1952. John Entenza invited him into the Case Study House program after seeing a home he designed while still a student at USC.

Koenig designed Case Study House 21, the Bailey House, completed in 1958, and Case Study House 22, the Stahl House, completed in 1960 on a hillside other architects had turned down. Julius Shulman’s photograph of the Stahl House became one of the defining images of California modernism. Koenig taught at USC for forty years.

Signature Features

  • Exposed steel frames and floor-to-ceiling glass
  • Industrial, prefabricated and economical materials
  • Open plans with natural cross-ventilation
  • Houses that frame sweeping views

Landmark Work

  • Case Study House 21 (Bailey House)1958 · Los Angeles
  • Case Study House 22 (Stahl House)1960 · Hollywood Hills
  • Beachfront house, his last residential designMalibu

Buying a Koenig Home

  • Check the steel frame and glazing for corrosion and seal failures.
  • Ask for the original drawings and the history of any changes.
  • Ask whether the home is a designated landmark or eligible for the Mills Act.

Questions

Pierre Koenig FAQ

Are there homes by Pierre Koenig for sale right now?

Yes. 4 homes for sale in Southern California credit Pierre Koenig in the listing description, shown on this page and updated from CRMLS throughout the day.

What is the Stahl House?

The Stahl House, Case Study House 22, was completed in 1960 on a Hollywood Hills site other architects had turned down. Julius Shulman’s photograph of it became one of the defining images of California modernism.

What other Case Study House did Koenig design?

Case Study House 21, the Bailey House, completed in 1958 in Los Angeles.

What should I check before buying a steel-and-glass house?

Have the steel frame checked for corrosion and the glazing checked for failed seals, and ask for the original drawings and the history of any changes.

How can I confirm a home was designed by Pierre Koenig?

Listing descriptions are written by the listing agent, so treat an attribution as a starting point. Ask for the original building permit and drawings, check the records held in university and museum architecture archives, and look for published histories of the house. Kyle Shutts can help you confirm a home’s history before you write an offer.

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