Published on August 31, 2026
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This modernist gem, tucked away just across the Golden Gate Bridge from San Francisco in the affluent Upper Lucas Valley enclave of San Rafael, carries a dual legacy. Not only was the double A-frame home crafted by a visionary postwar builder, but it was later owned by a legendary tastemaker.
Completed in 1963 by prolific developer Joseph Eichler, the property eventually served as a personal sanctuary for designer Orlando Diaz-Azcuy. He completely reimagined the space in a warm, minimalist country style. Now this rare convergence of architectural pedigree and high-end aesthetics has hit the market for $3.4 million, with Donna Goldman and Maurice Tegelaar of Compass sharing the listing.
A mature olive tree growing from a mound of ornamental grass anchors the open-air courtyard.
