Inside A Stunning Sandcastle-Shaped Beach House | On The Market

Inside A Stunning Sandcastle-Shaped Beach House | On The Market | Architectural Digest

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Today AD travels to the rugged shores of Malibu, California to tour Sandcastle House, the remarkable family home of architect Harry Gesner. This stunning property was born from a promise to Gesner’s wife to build her dream house on the shores of Malibu. This one-of-a-kind home is made almost entirely from reclaimed materials salvaged from surrounding areas and inspired by the structural design of a sandcastle. But what makes Sandcastle House so special is Gesner built it with his own two hands for his family, making it a true labor of love.
Artworks by:
Susie Alexander
Gesner Family Trust
Steven Lippman
Chris Roloff
Thumbnail Image by Aaran Alps
Special Thanks to:
Jaime Morse and Brett Baer at VESTA vestahome.com/
Director: Meg Sutton
Director of Photography: Grant Bell
Editor: Alex Mechanik
Host: Zen Gesner
Producer: Chase Lewis
Line Producer: Joe Buscemi
Associate Producer: Josh Crowe
Production Manager: Peter Brunette
Production Coordinator: Kariesha Kidd
Camera Operator: Josh Andersen
Audio: Paul Cornett
Drone Operator: Arran Alps
Production Assistant: Ariel Labasan
Post Production Supervisor: Andrew Montague
Post Production Coordinator: Holly Frew
Supervising Editor: Christina Mankellow
Assistant Editor: Billy Ward
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@MissRoseRosie 9 ай бұрын

The fact that they're selling it makes me sad for some odd reason. It feels like when you're young and your summer vacation ends.

@monikerkinakin6943 9 ай бұрын

Yeah, Definitely feels like this house should remain in the family.

@brqxton8974 9 ай бұрын

If you could build a house for $400,000 and have ur child sell it for over 25 million, you'd let him too.

@MissRoseRosie 9 ай бұрын

@@brqxton8974 Yeah, it's only natural that people don't stay in the same house they grew up in. I'm simply saying that parting with this house must be rather emotional.

@brqxton8974 9 ай бұрын

@@MissRoseRosie definitely agree there

@teamavialae 9 ай бұрын

@@brqxton8974 that property itself makes up most of that lol.

@charitywood192 9 ай бұрын

This has now become one of my all-time favorite AD tours. Your father’s passion, artistry, and perspective are things to be admired. I appreciate his use of reclaimed materials and adoration of the nature around him. Absolutely beautiful.

@jamesdellaneve9005 9 ай бұрын

Yes. Not pretentious at all.

@amraceway 9 ай бұрын

@@jamesdellaneve9005 Except the structure will destroy the beach.

@jamesdellaneve9005 9 ай бұрын

@@amraceway I was interested in the statement about surviving earthquakes. I designed and built my own house in land 65 miles fro this house. I saw that it was built on pilings. This makes sense. It had the least intrusive footprint and if put into the bedrock will never have an issue. This is the least intrusive footprint.

@fryesteph 9 ай бұрын

It's my favorite one, too. A very special place.

@amraceway 9 ай бұрын

@@fryesteph It is destroying the beach. At least nature will wash it all a way sooner rather than later.

@davidcattin7006 9 ай бұрын

I'm moved to tears. "Let's build a sand castle for mommy." is the most amazing thing I've ever heard. This needs to be a movie or a whole documentary. I would love to hear more stories about your neighbors and the parties. There's nothing else like this anywhere!

@nataliaan 9 ай бұрын

Yep, and now the son is selling it 😢

@marytaylor9185 2 ай бұрын

@@nataliaan Unfortunately, life circumstances change. Sadly, in some cases , new homeowners move in, and renovate according to their style. I hope that that much of the original design remains intact.

@laverite1050 9 ай бұрын

The son is not just handsome, but a smooth narrator. Cool house and California style memories.

@lapsedluddite3381 9 ай бұрын

He is a well trained actor, as was his beautiful mother.

@xman54ful 9 ай бұрын

I think I found my dreamhouse.

@oama2009 9 ай бұрын

It says “on the market”. If you don’t get this house after this comment…..

@MattieDianeMunson 9 ай бұрын

Wow

@Mesiiyou 9 ай бұрын

Igual yo❤

@digitaldorothy 9 ай бұрын

Where do we meet for the duel? 🧐

@EH23831 9 ай бұрын

Same - an astonishing achievement by the architect/builder ❤

@santiagogunterg 9 ай бұрын

finally a house that truly reflects the owner's personality and passions, not a cookie-cutter "luxury" house

@michellestella7477 9 ай бұрын

What an original comment...

@jenjenjenhi 8 ай бұрын

@@michellestella7477what an original response

@kurtlindner 9 ай бұрын

I've been here 4 or 5 times on jobs, it is only better in person, and this family is so nice. There are many more nice features than what's shown here.

@dattepo7534 Ай бұрын

Dude I’m kinda jealous

@MiroTheDreamer 9 ай бұрын

What a blessing to be born and raised in this beauty of a house with a soul. To me this is more than a house, its like a living object. Breathtaking.

@stephanie4xd 9 ай бұрын

I don't think I've ever seen such a personal and ahead of its time stunning house- why would you ever sell this masterpiece?

@therealjaypowell 9 ай бұрын

Because $27.5mm is a lot of money.

@mustseevideos7777 9 ай бұрын

@@therealjaypowellit is actually priceless because of the family history.

@Maximocow 9 ай бұрын

@@mustseevideos7777 Not when you have to pay property taxes.

@seeharvester 8 ай бұрын

@@therealjaypowell But he built it for free.

@annbrookens945 8 ай бұрын

@seeharvester: I'm pretty sure not ALL materials were free. What about the "concrete dinner plate" base", for instance?

@shamine5887 9 ай бұрын

If I had a property like this, I would never sell it

@lapsedluddite3381 9 ай бұрын

@@1061anna Sadly true, not to mention taxes and maintenance fees must be substantial.

@amraceway 9 ай бұрын

@@lapsedluddite3381 And the fact that the sea will reclaim it.

@ck2964 9 ай бұрын

and soon the house will be under water! sad to sell but might be a very smart move

@shamine5887 9 ай бұрын

haha 😭

@mikecheck1214 9 ай бұрын

nah, it will just float away to neverland@@ck2964

@honeyv540 9 ай бұрын

This house is so organic, full of warmth and personality. One of my favorite tours.

@seanackerman6168 9 ай бұрын

I’m in love with this property. This is what architecture, engineering, and creative design is about

@sheilagrayman7147 9 ай бұрын

It stands firm, because it was built out of...❤

@leeleemee 9 ай бұрын

Beautifully said ❤😊

@amraceway 9 ай бұрын

@@leeleemee Built out of madness. It is on a soft coastline and will collapse into the sea.

@user-oz7nw9sq7y 9 ай бұрын

His Father was amazing!!! Intelligent, creative and so resourceful.

@user-ft4ee8gt7p 9 ай бұрын

If I had a property like this, I would never sell it. His father was a dreamer through & through!! What an inspiration..

@bojanalukic8515 9 ай бұрын

What a magical childhood he had!

@malik_kin11 9 ай бұрын

His father was a dreamer through & through!! What an inspiration.

@hijlaa 9 ай бұрын

I´m so glad I clicked play on this tour. It´s absolutely gorgeous. Many flashier homes do not compare.

@junomarco 9 ай бұрын

Every part of this house is filled with memories, which makes it even more beautiful. It saddens me that it's now on the market.

@lapsedluddite3381 9 ай бұрын

Two of Harry Gesner's masterpieces are now for sale: The Wave House, (next door) for $49,500,000., while Sandcastle House is being offered for $22,500,000.

@kurtlindner 9 ай бұрын

Ugh, the property taxes. 😭

@jamiejoygatto 9 ай бұрын

What is the sandcastle selling for? Do you know? I assume the treehouse and guesthouse are included?

@nataliaalfonso2662 9 ай бұрын

@@jamiejoygattodid you read the comment?

@jamiejoygatto 9 ай бұрын

thank you, I think I read another comment and commented on this one!! LOL@@nataliaalfonso2662

@bluewren65 9 ай бұрын

@@jamiejoygatto $27.5M.

@RoxanneDesforges 9 ай бұрын

This is the best episode of AD tours I have ever seen. The host does an amazing job.

@nottherealChickenJoe 9 ай бұрын

I love these houses that just get developed by the actual architectures even after the initial building is finished. They have so much character and thought put into them and you can just see it....

@jinglebell9107 9 ай бұрын

We can save the earth if we have many Architects like this.

@sbrosier2383 9 ай бұрын

At first i wasnt sure how i would feel about this house but as we went more in depth, the more fascinated i became with it. The attention to detail is spectacular and i love the idea of using reclaimed materials

@zz.des1 7 ай бұрын

i have probably watched a thousand of house tours but this one, this one has to be the most beautiful tour i've ever seen. i have no words honestly, just wow. breath taking.

@littlenest 9 ай бұрын

At first sight it looks like a spaceship or sombrero. The inside is a thing of beauty and the views are the icing on the cake. Absolutely love it! ❤️

@ericcarabetta1161 9 ай бұрын

Space sombrero.

@lapsedluddite3381 9 ай бұрын

@@ericcarabetta1161 Now THERE's a new sci-fi series waiting to happen!

@bosdavy1 9 ай бұрын

The house is the icing on the cake. the views are the cake.

@amraceway 9 ай бұрын

@@bosdavy1 It will have a more than a view when it falls into the sea. This is development insanity.

@mezanian 9 ай бұрын

@@amracewayit's been there before you were born, everything dies😢

@ammorain6045 9 ай бұрын

This is absolutely priceless. So much effort and love his father put in, he shouldn't sell it.

@sandyjackson6911 9 ай бұрын

I agree..

@ronin84 9 ай бұрын

It's really wild how some people get to live their lives.

@kaberlini 9 ай бұрын

True 🥲🥲🥲

@tiborch 21 күн бұрын

If I have money, this house is mine. It has soul and all the materials, you always have something to do around the house, taking care... I love it

@nameisamine 9 ай бұрын

This property seem like a family heirloom. Filled with memories. It must be difficult to say goodbye & sell up.

@iamjoshdelacruz 9 ай бұрын

This house is amazing! I don’t know why you would sell it. It’s almost like you're giving away something that’s a legacy in your family.

@heybuddyyouincapetown 9 ай бұрын

i agree. it's like a heirloom. unless he's selling because he really can't afford living there, he shouldn't let go

@lilithgisella1627 9 ай бұрын

This is beyond gorgeous. Everything is beautifully incorporated and I like that the materials have their own backstories.

@plusmatick 9 ай бұрын

This has to be one of the most magnificent houses and interiors I have ever seen. You can feel serene and balanced simply by looking at it. Living in there must a tremendous experience. Stunning!!

@traciebrooks7498 9 ай бұрын

My heart sank when he said “it’s on the market”.

@wanasiwa 9 ай бұрын

Easily my favourite of the AD tours. What a joy it must've been to grow up in this house.

@CybrMyth 9 ай бұрын

honestly such a magical place that i hope nobody changes. it's beautiful inside and out

@lynda6801 9 ай бұрын

Just...wow! Absolutely stunning. It must have been so amazing to grow up here. It's so wonderful to hear the adoration and respect that you have for your father. 🥰

@vickyb9918 9 ай бұрын

What a cool house. I hope someone buys it and loves it as much as this family did.

@Spangletiger 9 ай бұрын

Same here. My heart sank when he mentioned that it's on the market. I hope it is snapped up by someone who falls in love with it and doesn't end up being bought purely for the land it sits on.

@Jade-sm2ql 9 ай бұрын

This is the most beautiful AD property I’ve ever seen, if this was in my family with the stories behind it all I could never sell it id need it to be kept in the family but each to their own and I truly hope whoever does purchase it sees the beauty and takes care of it keeping its authenticity without changing it

@wantlers 9 ай бұрын

This is the stuff that I stay subbed to AD for - bespoke structures that speak for the creator and everyone they held close for generations. More of this please ❤

@randyc754 9 ай бұрын

This is all about your mom! The woman who inspired a genius to create a masterpiece! ❤

@EH23831 9 ай бұрын

I can’t believe he’s selling it!! 🥺 I would never let that leave my family - it’s his father’s legacy…

@jlg395 9 ай бұрын

Get a hold of yourself, Emma.

@mmmido1901 9 ай бұрын

ikr? The house is so unique and beautiful. And his dad built it for his mom. I'm in shock.

@taylorjeanloft 9 ай бұрын

what a dream, the greenhouse is such an artful touch! love all of the precious details being celebrated 🕊️

@miserycord0666 Ай бұрын

Not enough love in the comments to Zen. Bro was literally Sinbad

@naymyo5503 9 ай бұрын

The most beautiful house I’ve ever seen and it has a soul, full of warmth and personality.

@Nunofyabizzzzz 9 ай бұрын

Growing up rich looks so nice

@clk55amg208 9 ай бұрын

Thank you Harry for being so far ahead of your time. Enjoy riding the waves of eternity.

@lovingmayberry307 9 ай бұрын

I rarely envy wealthy ppl's homes, they seem so predictable and staged, but THIS......❤️

@jeunbarbs7216 9 ай бұрын

Pure Love. This was built with pure love and passion. One of the best tours in this channel.

@nyenyenyc918 9 ай бұрын

This house was made with so much love 😢 Omg I felt it thru watching I wouldn’t be able to let go wow just wow your father did an amazing job!!! Just wow this is beautiful

@johnmccadden7121 9 ай бұрын

I never thought a house would enchant me as John Lautner's do. This beach house is a waking dream. All hail the inspiration and execution!

@vickigonya9432 9 ай бұрын

Stunning!! I love the history of it❤

@Geemeel1 9 ай бұрын

One of the most beautiful homes I have seen in my life... All Love ad Light to you and your family 💞

@prose305 9 ай бұрын

It;s so beautiful I am on the verge of tears.

@Gary_Hope 9 ай бұрын

What a fantastic house, this feature has sent me down a Harry Gesner rabbit hole, loved the feature and his son telling the story is an excellent touch, now looking for the book houses of the sundown sea, thank you for this.

@9Naethy 9 ай бұрын

The creative soul can explore to get one with the atmosphere around. Respective and functional at the same time. A wonderful house, inviting to be admired.

@annycelsi 9 ай бұрын

I once went to a party in this house. Nan was holding forth in the kitchen with a Shakespearean reading of the LA Times. Unforgettable! Rod did not show up however.

@laqueenmisfit 9 ай бұрын

Very special place and amazing storytelling! An heartwarming AD tour❤

@lorrainespear1210 5 ай бұрын

By far the best AD house tour ever. Beautiful views, amazing use of discarded architectural details, touching family history. It's otherworldly.

@queenieadeaye 7 ай бұрын

I love the history and the story of this house and how it was built. This is one of the reasons I fell in love with architecture and design, because it's so fascinating and you can always learn something new. I never knew sand was non compressible that's a fun fact I will always have knowledge about now.

@malikajohnson5069 9 ай бұрын

What an amazing house, it provided an amazing life! Who ever buys this will be one lucky person! Thank you for sharing. I’m in love!

@kathleenhenselder5846 9 ай бұрын

Love the family stories with the history. Thank you

@StateofKait 8 ай бұрын

This is the coolest house with a beautiful story. Probably my favorite AD video ever

@multipass888 9 ай бұрын

This is so perfect and breathtaking I'm fumbling for words...in absolute awe....

@1_viewer 9 ай бұрын

What a cool place. Harry Gesner was such a creative guy!

@TheSushmaHomeSellingTeam 9 ай бұрын

This kind of style and quality is a real gem ✨💖

@vnkman4391 9 ай бұрын

Beautiful. Lovely guy. Very humble and great energy. His Dad sounds like a very cool guy indeed.

@kiribati9393 9 ай бұрын

What a tour ! Thank you AD and Zen for this visit !

@hamzagreat6243 9 ай бұрын

this is the most magical house i've ever seen 💯❣

@DellaMasonStacy 9 ай бұрын

HANDS DOWN... BEST ONE YET!🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤

@RG-ls2db 8 ай бұрын

what a soulful house, full of wonder and calmness.

@A.Kins1990 9 ай бұрын

Love the house and love love love the story behind it! Amazing.

@a1osborne 9 ай бұрын

My all-time favorite house. Perfection.

@Dr.BitchCraftt 9 ай бұрын

Zen the host is a dreamboat

@Soopology 9 ай бұрын

Probably the most perfect property I’ve seen for how I want to live.

@LearningwithLani 15 күн бұрын

This is my second episode with the same architect. I’ve never known much about architects but I have to say he’s my favorite because he uses reclaimed materials, camping out on the site before designing and building, and customizing everything to optimize nature.

@bokhorstp 9 ай бұрын

This is truly a one of a kind beach house, i adore it ❤

@268sjh 9 ай бұрын

The most beautiful house I've ever seen and beautiful narration ❤

@j.mariemartin 9 ай бұрын

literally the coolest house ive ever seen

@herpizzazziness906 9 ай бұрын

I'm speechless! Wow!

@pw2581 9 ай бұрын

Stunning and so much thought and care in every detail... I'd love to see this place in person.

@MIrwin-wf9xo 9 ай бұрын

I love everything about this house. This is a dream house

@kellyhickmansreclaimeddock8099 9 ай бұрын

Absolute perfection ❤

@sintijainnature 9 ай бұрын

This house is simply perfect! 💖

@hannahmurray8142 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing . It's a beautiful ❤️ unconventional house done with love and purpose .

@zoecunningham3019 7 ай бұрын

Spectacular!! Each room, every nook & cranny compliments another. Warmth, comforts blended with nature's outstanding beauty.

@AnanyaChadha 9 ай бұрын

this house is beautiful, just wow. what a dream.

@stacyhunter2710 9 ай бұрын

Omg.... it should be a community center now. So magical

@markchristou3352 9 ай бұрын

What a dad 👍

@TheWanderingPrince 9 ай бұрын

Absolutely beautiful.

@sfowler1017 9 ай бұрын

Breathtaking. Magical. Thanks for sharing it ❤️ It breaks my heart it's leaving your family, though.

@fifi24080 9 ай бұрын

just WOW, a spectacular property... i'm saddened that he has placed it on the market, but i'm sure he has his reasons.... lovely tour, thank you

@bellaflora. 9 ай бұрын

If I lived there I would never leave! 😍 LOVE! 🌊

@HawaiiPaperCo 9 ай бұрын

Wow! I so enjoyed watching and hearing about this amazing house. Thanks, Zen, for sharing! Aloha!

@stevemiller7949 4 ай бұрын

Thank you! Stunning, unique design. A great and rare remnant of it's era, and overflowing with soulfulness.🙂🙂🙂🙂

@jennifermathis3983 9 ай бұрын

So wonderful and beautiful! Very unique!!

@SharonSmith-sb6xx 9 ай бұрын

What a remarkable house!

@tzitzsi 9 ай бұрын

Wow this is exceptional artistry and labor of love , exactly my style if I had the money this is were I would live. I was thinking wow this house will never be on the market - gasp! its for sale !? I would never be able to sell something like this wow, the only reason I could think of is that it will be eaten by the ocean sooner than later. What many lucky years they had, a serious dream.