Address: 12306 Canton Drive, Studio City, CA
Architect: Gregory Ain
Year Built: 1950
Neighborhood: Studio City Hills
Sold Price (2014): $3,000,000
Bedrooms/Bathrooms: 3 bed / 2 bath
Square Footage: Approx. 2,000 sq ft
Lot Size: ±12,000 sq ft
Tucked away in the hills of Studio City, this mid-century modern residence designed by Gregory Ain is a rare example of his residential work outside more well-known tracts. Completed in 1950, the home sits quietly off Laurel Canyon on a street with both privacy and architectural pedigree.
Ain, a Los Angeles–based modernist known for his focus on democratic design and restrained beauty, brought those same principles to this hillside home. The layout is clean and efficient, the materials intentionally honest, and the connection to the outdoors unmistakably Californian.
Though modest in scale compared to some of Ain’s experimental housing projects, the Canton Drive residence retains the soul of mid-century design: open plan living, natural light, warm wood elements, and a respect for topography. Homes like this are increasingly rare—especially in Studio City, where many lots are being redeveloped for larger-scale builds.
🧠 The Architect’s Imprint
Ain’s work was always more about how people live than how things looked. He believed in flexible space, built-ins that created function, and minimizing what he called “wasteful architecture.” In today’s market, where timeless design is being rediscovered and revalued, his homes are more relevant than ever.
Want to learn more about Ain’s work across LA? Check out the Feldman House in Beverly Hills and the Modernique Tract in Mar Vista.
📆 Editorial Note
Originally published in February 2014. Updated in April 2025 with current context and refreshed content.
