La Cañada Flintridge

#264: Frank Thomas House (La Cañada Flintridge)

#264: Frank Thomas House (La Cañada Flintridge)

August 15, 2025
This gorgeous mid-century modern residence was once the home of Frank Thomas, one of Disney's elite group of animators called the "Nine Old Men." Thomas worked on key scenes in Snow White, Bambi, Pinocchio, Lady and the Tramp, The Jungle Book and more. And when he was done with another day of making 2D drawings come alive, Thomas came home to this light and wood-filled nest, designed by architect Ted Criley.
#140: The Lanterman House (La Cañada Flintridge)

#140: The Lanterman House (La Cañada Flintridge)

March 2, 2023
The unique kinda-sorta craftsman home was one of the first houses in Los Angeles made of reinforced concrete. It was the home of Roy and Emily Lanterman, scions of La Cañada Flintridge's first family. One of their two sons, Frank Lanterman, would establish a legendary career in the California State Assembly.
#113: Descanso Gardens (La Cañada Flintridge)

#113: Descanso Gardens (La Cañada Flintridge)

August 25, 2022
Descanso Gardens preserves 150 acres of flowers and plants from habitats around the world. But its long history is also a human one, telling stories of horticulture and architecture, racism and war, and the effort to preserve green space in a rapidly urbanizing Los Angeles.