3065 Buena Vista Way is an incomparable mid-century masterpiece, expertly designed by architect-owner David K. Burton for his family at the zenith of the period. Its combination of features is faithful to the style, yet never to be duplicated.Meticulously maintained and now being sold by his son, the home was constructed in the post-and-beam method, using old-growth quarter-sawn redwood in exterior and interior walls. Five sets of floor-to-ceiling French doors set among walls of windows flank an open floor plan, bringing the outdoors in. An elevator makes the home effectively "level in" for those who want or need it.Perched on a hill overlooking North Berkeley, with San Francisco Bay and the Golden Gate Bridge beyond, the shops, services and world-class food of North Shattuck and the Gourmet Ghetto are just minutes away.In 1956 David and his wife, Hilde, purchased the property upon which the house is built. Construction began in 1959, and work was completed, and a Certificate of Occupancy issued, on May 4, 1960. Over the years, both Hilde and David nurtured many friendships within the Beat Generation of modern poets and with members of the San Francisco Renaissance School of modern painters. The Burton house was often a gathering place for these creative people; an open, supportive and judgment-free environment in which to share ideas, food and revelry.Passionate about his craft, Mr. Burton circulated among local mid-century adherents of the day. His 1959 design was influenced by the elegant austerity of the Japanese approach, the American architect Frank Lloyd Wright, the Scottish architect Charles Rennie Macintosh, and by Bernard Maybeck's use of natural materials. In this case, it is also characterized by complex engineering and the invisible use of structural steel. The quality of the design, construction materials and execution are of the highest standard.Original plans, building contract, building inspection record, and Certificate of Occupancy are on file.Unique features of 3065 Buena Vista Way:* Almost 1700 sq.ft. of living space, per the public record* Over 1/4 acre lot size (11,660 sq.ft.), per the public record* 2 bedrooms plus a den -- 'future 3rd bedroom' according to the plans -- and 2 bathrooms* Expansive San Francisco Bay and Golden Gate views* Underground utilities* An elevator for "level in" access, erected in 2009, with plans, permit and service history on file* 16 copper-lined skylights* Parking for six cars* Interior and exterior recessed LED lighting* Remote-activated exterior lighting* Stainless steel appliances* Generous weather-proof basement with wine storage and expansion potential* Compliance with City of Berkley energy-efficiency requirements* Compliance with City of Berkeley private sewer lateral requirements* A new roof 2001, new furnace 2008, new Wittus wood-burning Shaker stove 2012, newly replaced decks 2012, and new Navien on-demand water heater 2013
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