The Grant House, A. Quincy Jones, 1950

Built in 1950, the Grant House is a perfect example of A. Quincy Jones’s work in Crestwood Hills, a neighborhood shaped by postwar ideas about modern living and shared community values. Developed by the Mutual Housing Association, Crestwood Hills emphasized consistency in design, a strong relationship to the landscape, and homes that prioritized light, openness, and affordability. Jones expressed these ideas through an honest structural system and a restrained use of glass, creating a quiet dialogue between the house and its hillside setting.

Over time, the house remained largely intact, and a later restoration focused on reinforcing its original character rather than reinterpreting it. The work respected the home’s structure, materials, and spatial organization, ensuring that its essential qualities were preserved while allowing it to function comfortably as a residence. Subsequent care has followed the same approach measured, informed, and attentive to the design’s original intent.

Schulyer who has lived in the home for many years has valued the restoration work that preceded his ownership. His stewardship has centered on maintaining the house thoughtfully and preserving its architectural character over the long term. Within the context of Crestwood Hills, the Grant House continues to be a quietly maintained example of mid-century modern residential design, cared for with an eye toward longevity and continuity.