Inside Creative Director Marc Atlan’s Longtime 1923 Mediterranean Revival Home

$3,575,000 | 1923 | 4,822 Sq. Ft. | 4 Beds | 4 Baths | 0.31 Acres

1705 Wellington Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90019

Located within Los Angeles’ historic Lafayette Square neighborhood, the longtime home of internationally recognized creative director Marc Atlan has come to market for $3,575,000 with Jenna Cooper of Compass. The 1923 Mediterranean Revival residence is widely regarded as one of the neighborhood’s most architecturally significant homes and has been carefully restored during Atlan’s ownership while maintaining its coveted Mills Act status.

Atlan is known for his work across fashion, luxury branding, advertising, and product design. Over the course of his career, he has collaborated with brands and creatives including Comme des Garçons, Helmut Lang, Tom Ford, Yves Saint Laurent, Prada, Marc Jacobs, Maison Margiela, Cartier, Philippe Starck and Timothée Chalamet. His layered design sensibility is reflected throughout the residence, where historic architectural detailing meets a more curated and contemporary point of view.

Inside, the home opens through a dramatic rotunda entry with painted ceilings, rich mahogany paneling, and an original wrought iron spiral staircase. Formal living spaces feature Palladian windows, ornate wedding-cake plaster ceilings, Italian designer light fixtures, and an oversized fireplace, while French doors open directly to the surrounding gardens.

The upper level includes a tranquil primary suite with treetop views, two additional bedrooms, and a sizable enclosed porch suited for yoga, office use, or lounging. A fourth bedroom is positioned on the main level. Outside, the grounds were reimagined by Studio Art Luna into a secluded garden retreat with a pool, built-in fire pit seating, pergola-covered dining area, and mature landscaping shaded by Peruvian pepper trees. The residence also carries a cinematic history, having appeared in the 1927 “Love ‘Em and Weep” film starring Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy. Full property details below.

Property Description: Tucked within the historic enclave of Lafayette Square on an elegant corner lot, this landmark 1923 Mediterranean Revival, often regarded as the Crown Jewel of the neighborhood, offers rare architectural pedigree and design provenance. Set on an expansive 13,400 square foot lot with coveted Mills Act status, the home has been meticulously restored and enhanced as the personal residence of an internationally recognized designer. Enter an impressive rotunda, reminiscent of a museum gallery, with painted ceilings, rich mahogany paneling, and an original wrought iron spiral staircase, setting the tone for interiors filled with character and craftsmanship. Gracious formal rooms feature Palladian windows, exquisite wedding-cake plaster ceilings, and Italian designer light fixtures. The expansive living room is anchored by an oversized fireplace, with French doors opening to the gardens beyond.

Reimagined by Studio Art Luna, the backyard unfolds as a lush private retreat with a sparkling pool, built-in fire pit seating, pergola-covered dining, and mature landscaping beneath a canopy of Peruvian pepper trees. Upstairs, the tranquil primary suite enjoys verdant treetop views, joined by two additional bedrooms and a sizable enclosed porch ideal for yoga, massage, or office use, while a fourth bedroom is located on the main level. Rich with character and history, the residence also appeared in the 1927 Laurel and Hardy film Love ‘Em and Weep, adding a rare cinematic pedigree to its architectural significance. Ideally positioned near the Westside, Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Larchmont Village, and DTLA, this is a truly special offering full of surprise and delight in one of Los Angeles’ most storied neighborhoods.

See the full listing here!

Jenna Cooper • jenna.cooper@compass.com
Compass
Photography Credit: Gavin Cater

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