The sprawling 2.3-acre compound that belonged to acclaimed filmmaker David Lynch, who passed away in January, is now available for purchase in Los Angeles' Hollywood Hills. The property on Senalda Road includes multiple structures that served as both Lynch's residence and creative workspace, featuring an eclectic mix of architectural styles that inspired his groundbreaking work in film and television.
The centerpiece of the compound is the primary residence designed by Lloyd Wright, son of legendary architect Frank Lloyd Wright. Lynch purchased this three-bedroom house in 1987 for $560,000, drawn to its distinctive pink concrete facade and chevron detailing. The filmmaker often spoke about how deeply the architecture influenced his creative process, stating in a 1997 interview that "it affects my whole life to live inside of it." He elaborated, "Sometimes I see things, shapes or something that would go inside of it and that leads to furniture or film."
Over the years, Lynch strategically acquired additional buildings on the sloping hillside site to expand his creative empire. Among his notable acquisitions was an adjacent two-bedroom house built in the Brutalist style, which became the official address for his production company, Asymmetrical Productions. He also purchased another Brutalist residence from the 1950s for $346,500 in 1995, which would play a starring role in his 1997 film "Lost Highway" before being transformed into his primary studio space.
The studio building underwent extensive renovation in 1997 by architecture firm studio bau:ton, now known as nonzeroarchitecture. The remodeling project created a striking contrast to the Lloyd Wright residence, featuring stark, angular cuts and narrow windows that echoed the building's exterior Brutalist aesthetic. Peter Grueneisen, founding principal at nonzeroarchitecture, recalled the project's unique challenges: "The design had to incorporate the strict parameters of the technical spaces with the zoning and structural difficulties of the hillside site. And we were very fortunate to have an exceptionally creative and knowledgeable client with a strong architectural vision."
The studio was meticulously designed to accommodate Lynch's diverse creative pursuits. A screening room serves as the centerpiece, draped in dark colors with acoustic equipment and speakers lining blackened walls. The space remains furnished with oversized chairs arranged in neat rows and recording equipment positioned at the front, complete with a projection screen. The studio also includes a painting and drawing workspace that maximizes natural light through strategically placed skylights, providing a bright contrast to the darker screening areas.
Lynch further enhanced the property by commissioning Eric Lloyd Wright, grandson of Frank Lloyd Wright, to design a pool and poolhouse, adding another layer of architectural pedigree to the compound. The complete property now encompasses the original Lloyd Wright-designed residence, the poolhouse, the converted studio building, a two-story guest house, and an additional one-bedroom living space.
The entire compound is currently listed for $15 million through listing agent Marc Silver, who suggests the ideal buyer might be a Lynch enthusiast or potentially a foundation or museum interested in preserving the filmmaker's creative legacy. The sale represents not just a real estate transaction, but the opportunity to own a piece of cinematic history where one of America's most innovative directors lived and created his most influential works.
