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Construction commenced in 1926 under the supervision of architect Gordon B. Kaufman, renowned for his residential designs in Southern California. Completed around 1927, Getz’s mansion embodied the epitome of elegance and meticulous craftsmanship. The estate was not merely a home; it was a private kingdom featuring a large 18,000-square-foot main house, two adjoining properties intended for Getz’s daughters, and recreational facilities including a riding ring and extensive gardens arranged in tiered pools.