Arthur Rolland Kelly

Arthur Rolland Kelly (1878–1959) was an American architect who designed approximately five hundred homes and buildings, mostly in the Los Angeles area.

[1] Arthur Rolland Kelly was born in Ohio[2] to Irish parents who emigrated from Dublin sometime around 1876.

Kelly opened his own firm a few years later, initially creating homes in Hollywood and its surrounding areas.

[1] Kelly's most notable works during this time period include the Arthur Letts Jr. estate in Holmby Hills (now known as the Playboy Mansion); Beverly Hills estates for J. Crampton Anderson, John Blystone, Richard Dix, and Johnny Mack Brown; and the William S. Hart House in Newhall.

Kelly also designed the Westlake School for Girls, Wilshire Country Club, and Christie Hotel during this time.