The Adamsons were the last desendents of the family that owned the original Mexican land grant of Malibu. While searching for oil on the property, which they didn't find, they found a high-quality clay that turned into their business of Malibu Potteries.
This classic home was designed by Stiles O. Clements in 1929 and was built for Rhoda Rindge Adamson and her husband, Merritt Huntley Adamson.
The house and grounds share one of the most beautiful beach locations in Southern California. Gorgeous views are afforded the visitor - Malibu Lagoon, Malibu Beach and the Malibu Pier
The lavish use of exquisite ceramic tile, produced by Malibu Potteries (1926-32), is a hallmark of the house. The use of decorative tile has always been characteristic of Spanish Colonial Revival architecture. Mrs. Rindge wisely decided to utilize the unique red and buff burning clays that existed in the Malibu area, as well as an abundant supply of water from a spring in Sweetwater Canyon, to establish the Malibu Potteries. Beginning in 1926, a profusion of brilliant tiles flowed from this establishment to hundreds of residential and public buildings throughout Southern California.
On the floor is a Persian style “rug” complete with fringed ends designed into the tiles. William Handley of Malibu Potteries designed these tiles which are fine examples of ceramic art in the house.
LIVING ROOM -The family living room is a delightful area with views of the ocean to the east and south. The ceiling is supported by decorated mahogany beams, the small ones solid, the two main beams steel, boxed in mahogany veneer. The Moroccan influence is seen here in the pointed arched window (called a “donkey window” because its shape allowed fully burdened burros to enter a building).
DINING ROOM - This room contains an antique French refectory table surrounded by six dining chairs. A large mirror over the sideboard was placed there so that guests who were seated with their backs to the ocean could still enjoy the view. |
KITCHEN - This room adjoins the dining room and blends strong elements of art deco with Spanish Colonial Revival. |
MASTER BEDROOM - This bedroom is joined by a small private sitting room, and by a dressing room and bath. |
GIRLS’ BEDROOM - The closet is cedar lined and filled with dresses and hats once worn by the Adamson daughters.
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