A historic home in Los Angeles has been relocated from West Hollywood to Altadena to provide housing for a family displaced by the Eaton fire.
A Second Life for a 1926 Home
The four-bedroom house, originally constructed in 1926, was moved to a site near Glenrose Avenue and Pine Street. This is where the Martinez family lost their home in the wildfire. The approximately 2,300-square-foot structure was carefully disassembled into two sections to facilitate the move.
The first section of the house was transported last weekend, with the second portion moved overnight on Thursday, Jan. 15. The route took the structure along Santa Monica Boulevard, through downtown Los Angeles—past City Hall—and through El Sereno and Pasadena before arriving in Altadena.
What Happens Next?
Once in place, the home will require a new foundation and reassembly. Permit approvals are also necessary before the Martinez family can occupy the residence. Omgivning Architects estimates the family could move in within approximately six months, contingent on construction schedules and the permitting process.
Omgivning Architects currently has additional homes prepared for relocation and maintains a waiting list of roughly 250 households hoping to be matched with available structures. Those interested in obtaining or donating a house can contact Omgivning at [email protected] or 213-596-5602.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the original relocation of this home first reported?
The relocation of this home was first reported in November.
Where did the house originally stand before being moved?
The house was originally located at 855 N. Orlando Ave. in West Hollywood.
How many households are currently on the waiting list for a relocated home?
Omgivning Architects maintains a waiting list of roughly 250 households seeking to be matched with available structures.
As communities grapple with the increasing impacts of wildfires, what role could innovative housing solutions like this play in long-term recovery efforts?
