1598 36th Ave, San Francisco
Originally custom-built as the personal residence of renowned architect Oliver Rousseau, this storybook castle combines historic architectural grandness with refined contemporary living. The interior curation highlights the home's extraordinary historic details, from the rough-hewn wood beam ceilings and dramatic arched doorways to the iron-cladded staircase lit by ornate stained glass. Staging in the expansive living and formal dining spaces anchors the home's voluminous proportions, framing breathtaking ocean views and showing buyers how old-world richness harmonizes with modern luxury entertaining.
Every level was styled with intention, from the primary suite's serene adjoined office lounge to the lower-level entertainment space opening directly onto the private backyard. Clean, elevated furnishings accentuate the property's natural light and architectural curves without competing with its historic character. The result is a memorable, fully realized spatial narrative that speaks directly to buyers looking for a true San Francisco trophy home.

