Changing of the Guard

The Pabian Residence hasn’t changed hands since it was built in 1961. The house was acquired in 2022 with the original details largely intact, but the materials and systems in the house had been neglected for years.

With the help of architect and restoration expert Cory Buckner, all planned alterations were carefully decided upon to keep the original footprint of the home, while restoring the materials and fitting it with modern systems, appliances and smart features.

The restoration was a slow process, taking over a year to complete. The home now exudes a sense of calm and serenity making it the perfect canvas for living, working and entertaining.

A 1961 A. Quincy Jones residence, thoughtfully restored to honor its original design while incorporating modern technology and conveniences.

The kitchen after the restoration
The kitchen before the restoration
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1961

A. Quincy Jones designed the house in 1961, and it never changed hands. For more than sixty years it stayed with its original owners, which is why so many of its original details survived intact and hardly anyone knew about the house, even architect and historian Cory Buckner.

2022

The house was acquired in 2022. The architecture was all there, but the materials and systems had been neglected for years, and every room needed work. We kept the original footprint, restored the original materials, and fitted modern systems, appliances, and smart features.

2026

Today the residence is both a home and a backdrop for photography, film, and television, and it’s available for shoots, stays, and events.

The hallway during the restoration A bathroom during the restoration
The kitchen under plastic during the restoration The house during the restoration

During the year-long restoration, 2022

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Dining after the 2022 restoration
Dining before the restoration
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01Dining
Guest Room after the 2022 restoration
Guest Room before the restoration
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02Guest Room
Primary Bedroom after the 2022 restoration
Primary Bedroom before the restoration
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03Primary Bedroom
Credits

The people who shaped the Pabian Residence,
past and present. Emotional support courtesy of Mom.
You know who you are.

  1. 01Architecture, 1961A. Quincy Jones
  2. 02Restoration AdvisorCory Buckner
  3. 03DesignStrand Studio
  4. 04Furniture RestorationMoore’s Refinishing
  5. 05Custom Furniture & UpholsteryVictor Reyes
  6. 06Millwork & ClosetsReigns Studio