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"The unique dwelling has drawn the attention from people all over the world because of its bold vintage appeal. Everything is custom, from the magenta- and rose-colored canopy bed in a bedroom, to the symmetric semi-circle couches that flank an over-sized coffee table in the living room. The wood-paneled den has a wet bar with a mirror backsplash. The home's swimming pool can be admired from several rooms in the house, including the royal blue master suite. Most intriguing is the condition of the textiles and finishes that haven't faded or become distressed.
'That goes to show that quality stands the test of time,' Bernal boasts."
I dislike the decor in that house, not because it is from 1969 but because it is way too bright and busy for me. If that was my house, I'd get a big dumpster and crew, gut the place, and start over. I'd tear out everything.
But, it's unlikely that it would be my house because somebody who likes that decor, might pay more for the house than I would.
I would have to update it if I lived there because I really hate it. I have shown houses that in this 60's way are a time capsule and it's fun, but that is a far cry different from living in it. PINK GREEN BLUE. Ya see, that house also makes me feel like I couldn't bring the wrong color object into a room. Like I expect all the clothes in the pink bedroom closet will be pink and every dish in the dining room will be green as well as the food that goes on them. Even for 60's decor it looks like color done wrong to me.
Wow, someone sure loved shocking pink and leprechaun green.
Some of the design elements like the tub and glass enclosed toilet are an interesting concept. I wouldn't gut it, but I'd definitely change the cosmetic surfaces, replace carpet, rip out wallpaper, repaint, add tile, add granite or butcher block or quartz, etc. Its a house not a museum and I would have to live there. That wouldn't happen with pink carpet and green walls. The furniture is really what gives it its unique look, and I have zero interest in that furniture, so you're left with surfaces that need updating. And that would be more of a reason to ask for a discount on the buy side than a premium on the sell side.
All right, so none of you are seduced by how meticulously decorated & how well-maintained this house has been, the quality of all the furniture & decor, but you did answer my question "Would YOU dare update it?"
I'm impressed that although it's nearly 50 years old, everything still looks brand new! Scarcely a hint of wear or fading in anything at all. Bright, vivid colors, illuminating floor plan.
Yes, in 2016 this home would be best suited as a museum showpiece, or a movie set for I Dream of Jeannie or Austin Powers but it's for sale! I hope a person respectful of its charm, as is, will buy it.
Well, I love it, except that they basically ruined it by updating the kitchen and the bathroom. Those are the best parts of retro homes, and the most valuable. They didn't even update it to something really nice - very basic and bland.
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All right, so none of you are seduced by how meticulously decorated & how well-maintained this house has been, the quality of all the furniture & decor, but you did answer my question "Would YOU dare update it?"
