a peek inside apple lead designer jonathan ive's san francisco mansion

a sneak peek inside apple lead designer jonathan ive’s san francisco mansion
all images courtesy sotheby’s international

nestled away in the foothills of san francisco’s gold coast neighborhood of pacific heights, stands jonathan ive’s $17 million USD five-level brick mansion designed by architectural firm willis polk & co in 1927. contrary to ive’s minimalist design aesthetic, the 7,274-square-foot residence is wrapped with a classic brick façade, slate roof, and deep portico entry. the plan comprises a series of formal rooms on the main floor, a lower level with an expansive gourmet kitchen, a bottom-ground apartment, and two additional levels of bedrooms above.

the living room offers views of the SF bay that stretch from the golden gate bridge, across alcatraz island and to russian hill

a grand-scale dining room at the end of the hallway is expanded by large windows that lead to views of the bay area

the space integrates original architectural details throughout, including high ceilings and hardwood flooring

 double oak doors in the entry lead into the main-level library, which also boasts oak wall paneling

the master bedroom suite is located at the front of the home for maximum sunlight

light-filled bedroom suite 

a view of the san francisco bay area