The original house remains intimate and unconventional — a sequence of cozy, character-rich rooms including a living room with fireplace, dining room, and a kitchen with ceramic tiles, many glazed by Otto Natzler. The main residence includes two bedrooms and two and one-half baths; the second bedroom later became Otto’s office following completion of the 1988 addition.

As their work evolved, so did the property. The beloved hillside studio eventually proved challenging for photographing ceramics with the precision their archive demanded. In 1988, Otto commissioned a striking two-story addition inspired by his Austrian roots — a contemporary nod to an Alpine chalet. Designed for photographer Gail Reynolds Natzler, Otto’s second wife after Gertrud’s passing in 1971, the addition introduced a dedicated studio and darkroom that allowed for the meticulous documentation of the Natzlers’ oeuvre. Above it, a large primary suite with laundry, bath, vaulted ceilings, and walls of windows creates a sanctuary retreat. Both levels open to wraparound balconies with sweeping canyon views, establishing a bold architectural dialogue between the modest 1937 structure and the later expansion.