AN ICONIC CITY RESIDENCE

SOLD FOR $17,500,000

 
 

An Introduction

Commanding panoramic views from an advantageous point on Mount Sutro, 150 Glenbrook Avenue holds the iconic and singular position of San Francisco’s highest private residence above sea level. Atop one of the city’s famed seven hills can be found an alchemy of site and design from the groundbreaking studio of John Maniscalco Architecture. An interplay of hand selected materials and ever-changing natural light creates an enchanting series of visual moments throughout the day and into the evening twilight. Signaling the work of a creative master and a confident step forward in the historic lineage of Bay Area modernist architects, 150 Glenbrook captures a moment in time for San Francisco’s architectural design.

AN ICONIC PANORAMIC VIEW RESIDENCE

Six bedrooms | Seven baths | Two car garage
Interior living space of 7,440 square feet  

Residence sited at the crest of Mount Sutro. Gently sloping, corner lot with panoramic views from the Salesforce Tower crowned skyline to the distant hills of the East Bay and Marin Headlands. Major visual landmarks include Alcatraz Island, Golden Gate Bridge, and San Francisco City Hall. 

Custom designed home by John Maniscalco Architecture and realized under the direction and fine craftsmanship of Cook Construction with interior design by Sean Leffers Interiors. 

Designed for grand scale entertaining with an open plan main living level with Blomberg Low-E rated 225”x 90” main window. La Cantina sliders access deck on either side of honed-lava stone inset Montego gas fireplace. Walkout balcony off living room. Exceptional kitchen with Miele appliances including double wine fridge, induction stove top, double oven/microwave, side-by-side Futura dishwashers, refrigerator and freezer. Pantry area/storage, luxurious office/den, interior access to garage. 

Top floor level is comprised of four en suite bedrooms including master suite and executive view office, laundry room, and direct access to roof deck. The master suite is enhanced by a cedar ceiling heightening the visual effect of the panoramic view. Poliform closet system, dual Lutron motorized shades, stealth audio speakers, walkout balcony, seating area, and stone/tile enhanced master bath with double vanity, soaking tub, radiant heated floors, and view shower room. 

Luxurious informal entertaining level including 300+ bottle temperature-controlled wine room, wet bar with double refrigerator, TV entertainment wall with 7.1 surround sound system, spa room with sauna, steam, and half bath. View deck with gas fireplace, seating area, and stainless steel jacuzzi. Additional en suite guest suite with kitchenette and independent street access. Mechanical room and second laundry room. 

The ultimate work-from-home ground level studio with open space for multiple workstations, file storage, bedroom and full bath, refrigerator. Direct access to landscaped garden terrace through four retractable, glass panels. Over 1,400 sq.ft. of outdoor space over four decks, including panoramic roof deck.

Exceptional landscape design and mature plantings along exterior of the property line, garden level terrace, and “secret garden” sanctuary. A collaboration between Brian Koch of Terra Ferma Landscapes and master gardener Walter Laing.

PROPERTY SITE AND VIEWS

This prized site atop the crest of Mount Sutro presents a singular panoramic experience as the highest single-family home above sea level in all of San Francisco. With its position along a prime 5,271 square foot corner lot, the residence offers a feeling of open-air expansiveness. The location apex offers one the opportunity to admire the home’s architectural design from multiple vantage points. While the adjoining streets benefit from no through traffic, the peaceful location accesses a direct walk to the acclaimed vista points of Twin Peaks.

From sunrise to sundown, 150 Glenbrook Avenue’s commanding view profile is a harmony of urban and natural environments for which San Francisco is internationally renowned. Ever changing weather patterns provide the unique drama of discovery, as if watching painterly application to an inspired masterpiece. Anchored by the downtown skyline’s mass, the panorama flows westward to the Pacific Ocean. The city’s environs are punctuated by the landmarks of Alcatraz Island and the Golden Gate Bridge. A sight to behold offering an exceptional sensory experience.

 

Commanding panoramic views from the crest of Mount Sutro, this architectural masterpiece holds the iconic distinction of San Francisco's highest private residence above sea level. This groundbreaking design from the studio of John Maniscalco Architecture signals a confident step forward into the lineage of important regional architects.

  • Sold for $17,500,000

  • San Francisco’s highest private residence above sea level

  • 6 Bedrooms - 7 Baths - 1 Half Bath

  • 7,440 sq.ft. Interior Living

  • 1,400 sq.ft of Outdoor Decks

  • Executive WFH View Office with Walkout Deck

  • Panoramic Views from Downtown to the Golden Gate Bridge

  • John Maniscalco Architecture design

ARCHITECTURE

Realized drawings from the studio of John Maniscalco Architecture emerge onto the cityscape each year, dotting San Francisco’s famed hills and signaling a path forward in city’s rich architectural heritage. Informed by the Bay Area modernist traditions of architect’s Gardner Dailey, William Wurster, and Joseph Escherick, Mr. Maniscalco’s work pushes forward, developing an important body of work that captures the zeitgeist of San Francisco as an emerging global capital. A legacy in the making, one born of a client’s dream and an architect’s guiding hand, 150 Glenbrook Avenue presents a rare opportunity to join a select group of homeowners who, through their passion for design and craft, are creating a historic architectural moment to be valued for decades to come.

INTERIOR DESIGN

The marriage of interiors and art is the philosophical soul for interior designer Sean Leffers. He strives to create “therapeutic sanctuaries” for homeowners and their collections alike. Grand interior spaces allow for large scale art to quietly coexist with contemporary architectural elements. Leffers early career start at publishing house Taschen instilled a love of books, one that can be found in deep case shelving throughout the home. This design element carries into the public rooms where collections of decorative art and personal effects are displayed. 

Luxurious materials accent the home creating a curated ambience of elegant bohemia. Upon entering the home, a three-story cable lighting suspension with hand-made grey glass crystals casts shadows along the staircase’s Tottos cut travertine wall. Rich selections of polished Calcutta Oro marble, Faungone linen stone, and Ann Sacks tile elevate the interior look. A David Groupi “globe” light captures a visual focal point in the main living room. Each room is a wonderful discovery of its own and a singular experience of light, texture, and passion. 

 

150 Glenbrook Avenue, San Francisco