South Bay DIGS _ Architectural & Design Issue 12 14 12 by amanda nelson

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FIND YOUR PLACE.

California dream Modern Ranch with Architectural Heritage behind the gates in Rolling Hills

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1307 GATES AVENUE, MANHATTAN BEACH This gorgeous Mediterranean Home is drenched in natural light and has a generous open floorplan with soaring vaulted ceilings. Built in 2004 it has been beautifully maintained and upgraded with lustrous hardwood floors, custom paint and more. • • • •

3700 Square Feet (btv) 5 Bedrooms 4.5 Baths Lovely Hilltop Overviews Private Grassy Yard

Priced at $1,950,000

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234 16TH STREET, MANHATTAN BEACH WALK-STREET CORNER WEST OF HIGHLAND!! • • • • • •

Nearly 5,000 Square Feet (BTV) with 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths and an office Newer Kitchen with stainless appliances, granite counters, gleaming wood cabinetry, custom hardwood floors The Moorish formal Dining Room feels like an intimate Bedouin tent Lower level was recently gutted and remodeled with sliding doors that open 16 feet to the walk street Spacious walk street courtyard has a fountain and built in lounge and firepit 4-car Garage Plus additional parking

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BEACH CITY REAL ESTATE ANALYTICS: 2012

SPECIAL YEAR TO DATE REPORT

REGION

2011 PPF

TYD PPF

SOLD HOMES SUPPLY

RANCHO PALOS VERDES - EAST

$423

$377

RANCHO PALOS VERDES - WEST

$441

$434

292

ROLLING HILLS

$660

$719

ROLLING HILLS ESTATES

$428

$434

PALOS VERDES ESTATES

$533

$554

149

SOUTH REDONDO BEACH

$431

$427

289

NORTH REDONDO BEACH

$347

391

HERMOSA BEACH

$582

$639

172

EAST MANHATTAN BEACH

$474

$499

133

MANHATTAN BEACH

$714

$768

270

happy holidays FROM MY FAMILY TO YOURS Tony, Marina, Amelia (4), and August (20 months)

Reporting source from the MLS database for Single Family Homes and Townhome units (not including condominium or other property types). “PPF” Price Per Foot. “Supply” includes pending sales. ‘South Redondo Beach’ includes the Hollywood Riviera.”

TONY’S BLOG The data doesn’t lie and I’m certain our South Bay homeowners can attest that the market is certainly stronger in 2012. Still we lack supply but we’re now fortunately seeing sustained improvements in 7 of the ten markets we analyze. As a matter of fact, this report was created with data from the first part of the year and already we’ve had an 8% growth in total units sold and we’re predicting the year to end with approximately 17% sales volume growth and that is incredible! Driven by low interest rates most notably but growing consumer confidence and unemployment improvements will certainly lead to a great 2013 for real estate investors! Thank you for being a part of our community and Happy Holidays to you, your families, and the soldiers abroad. 2013 will be the best year ever!!

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OVER $20,000,000 in sales represented in REDONDO BEACH ALONE

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5 Bedrooms, 4 Bathrooms, 4,069 sq ft home, 8,510 sq ft Lot. Exceptional Malaga Cove Family Home with Views Galore. Great Entertainment Floor Plan Bright Open Kitchen, Game Room and Bar. Charming Patios and Balconies. Generous 3 Car Garage Plus Storage Galore.

4 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms, 2,890 sq ft Home, 9,576 sq ft Lot Gorgeous Panoramic Ocean Views Newly Remodeled Home, New Electrical, A/C & Heating New Kitchen, Viking Appliances & Baths New Windows, Plantation Shutters & Doors New Hardwood Flooring & Landscaping.

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4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, 1,824 sq ft, 5,453 sq ft Lot Single-Story Beach Charmer. Lovingly Maintained by the Original Owners. Open Living Room with Stone Fireplace Connected to a Bright Sun Room. Updated Kitchen and Separate Inside Laundry Room. Great Floor Plan!

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Luxury without compare! Enjoy the panoramic view from harbor to massive city light view plus the queen’s necklace all the way to Malibu. Boasting 4 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, sitting room and family room with wet bar. Gourmet kitchen with honed granite and spectacular back splash. The basement has a full gymnasium and a 23 x 20 game room with refrigerated wine room. The masterly crafted “nana wall” leads to a dramatic infinity edge pool, a fabulous bbq area with pizza oven. The entry to the property has a circular drive with water fountain, a covered porte cochere and a 3 car garage, all sitting on 2.7 acres. Sophisticated and luxurious certain to enhance your lifestyle.

This Ranch Style gated Estate has over 8,135 sq ft of living space with 4 bedrooms and 4.5 baths plus office on 2.375 acres. This home features open ceilings, large master suite, regulation size tennis court, equestrian facilities including 2 story barn and riding ring. The home includes a basement with large game room, 2nd office and private wine room. The large back patio and pool enjoy panoramic city light and queens necklace views.

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510 21st St., Manhattan Beach, CA 5 Beds, 4 Baths | 2,941 Sq. Ft. | 2,674 Sq. Ft. Lot | Built in 2004 The perfect combination of style and comfort, on top of one of the most central locations in west Manhattan Beach. Walk to town and to the beach and enjoy a great family neighborhood near Live Oak Park. This home was designed with that “great room” feel with a large open kitchen, dining and living room. Downstairs is equipped with a full bath and large multi-use bedroom, which could be used as an office, playroom or guest bedroom. Upstairs features a large master suite with wood beamed ceilings and a huge updated master bath. Also upstairs, are two bedrooms that share an updated Jack-n-Jill bathroom and a fifth bedroom that is currently being used as a Den with the closet converted into a built in cabinet. The kitchen has been updated from the original with Carrera marble counter tops and pendant light fixtures. This home also features beautiful hardwood floors throughout the living areas and carpet in the upstairs bedrooms.

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Blu Homes Waltham, MA Since its launch in 2008 by Bill Haney, an environmental entrepreneur, and Maura McCarthy, a venture capitalist, Blu Homes has helped revolutionize the way prefab homes are made. One of the biggest reasons for that is because of the company’s breakthrough computer modeling, along with its unique use of steel and folding technology. “We have tried to infuse technology and really allow the consumer to see the full picture and walk them through the whole process,” said SoCal sales representative Andrew Saint. “They really get to see how it flows.” The company has eight different home models that range in size from just a few hundred square feet to 2,600 square feet. So, depending on the size, the homes can cost anywhere from $135,000-$625,000. And while the majority of the models take between seven to nine months to fabricate, customized homes take anywhere from 12 to 24 months to complete. Focused on making it easier and more fun for clients to design and build beautiful homes, the company’s main goal is to build spacious homes that are full of natural light. “We see everything through from start to finish,” Saint said. “Everything is streamlined under one roof. We build each home in our factory with all blu employees.” For more information, visit: www.bluhomes.com

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Method Homes Seattle, WA For Method Homes, everything is centered around two ideas--sustainability and craftsmanship. Grounded in those principles, Method has worked with a range of architecture firms since 2008 to design a variety of modular homes. “We can build anything in our factory,” co-owner Brian Abramson said. “We can build super modern homes or traditional ones. We really have few limitations.” With eight different lines of sustainable homes and structures, Method allows customers to choose from a variety of floor plans, including classic cabin and cottage designs. Yet, that’s just the beginning. With efficient systems and technologies, many of the company’s homes are built to target top environmental certifications and standards, including net zero water and energy and LEED Platinum. Getting interest in its structures from Vancouver to San Diego, Method homes range in price from $180-$300 per square foot, with a 540-square foot studio costing as little as $85,000 and a large custom home costing as much as $1 million. And because of its streamlined process, it usually takes Method between three to four months to build and deliver its modular unit--nearly 60 percent faster than a traditional construction cycle. For more information, visit: www.methodhomes.net

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Proto Homes Los Angeles, CA Frank Vafaee doesn’t just think of himself as a home builder. As the CEO of Proto Homes, Vafaee believes he is an innovator. At the forefront of the prefab home movement since 2008, Proto Homes applies leading edge technology and design to reinvent what the home can be. “We want the home to have unique features,” Vafaee said. “We have brought technology into the home and built it with that in mind. We want the home to make your life a little simpler.” All the functions of a Proto home can be managed from an ipad, iphone or any place on earth with an internet connection. All Proto homes also have sustainable features, including: LED and CFL lighting, Energy Star appliances and a rain barrel for water runoff capture that can be reused in landscaping. Taking three to four months to build, a Proto home costs $210 per square foot and can range in size from 600 to 4,500 square feet. The company allows you to choose from five different ‘Proto Plans’--tiny, small, medium, large and extra-large--to suit your needs. “We look at the house as a giant space, wanting to create a more open feel,” Vafaee said. “We want to give longevity to the building.” For more information, visit: www.protohomes.com

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HOT’S Kitchen Minimalistic with maximum menu offerings Eco-friendly and minimalistic décor distinguish this gastropub. Openair windows stand out against the ivory exterior, which features the restaurant’s name in simple black letters.

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The Strand House Comfort and high-end dining combination This high-end Manhattan Beach restaurant is made chiefly out of glass, and mimics the look of a beachfront home. A former server says the establishment was designed for customers to see the ocean from any seat in the house. Mirrors are strategically placed so that even when patrons sit with their back to the ocean, their backdrop reflects the view. Natural sky colors bounce off the interior, adding beauty to this already-breathtaking building.

Light House Iconic Jazz Landmark meets Bar Scene Smack in the middle of Hermosa’s trendy Pier Avenue establishments sits an iconic landmark more than eight decades old. The hidden gem blends in at first glimpse; there are weekly live performances and a menu that offers distinct beers and bar foods. However, the brick building once hosted Jazz musicians such as Miles Davis, and even had its own record label. Redbrick walls that make up the foundation

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Huntington had seen Hawaiian beach boys surfing and decided to hire one of them; a young Hawaiian-English athlete named George Freeth to demonstrate the art of surfing for the entertainment of Redondo Beach visitors. George wanted to revive the art of surfing that he had seen depicted in old Polynesian paintings but found it difficult and had little success using the typical 16-foot hardwood

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boards. He cut them in half and unwittingly created the original long board which worked exceedingly well and made him the talk of the Hawaiian Islands. Starting in 1908, “The Man Who Could Walk On Water” as he was called, gave surfing demonstrations for the many tourists arriving at the beach on the big, red streetcars. George exhibited his surfing prowess for Redondo Beach visitors twice a day in front of the Hotel Redondo. He was eventually made the official Redondo Beach lifeguard and the first lifeguard in Southern California. From 1907 to 1915, George spread a surfing revolution that would eventually become a phenomenon on the California Coast. A memorial bronze statue of George Freeth was placed at the Redondo Beach Pier and

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it is often decorated with leis as tribute from surfers who visit from around the world. Several natural and man-made novelties lured early visitors to Redondo Beach. Between Diamond Street and the Hermosa Beach city line there was Moonstone Beach. Natural mounds five to six feet deep and 40 to 50 feet wide of gem stones were there to poke around in. Carnation Gardens, in the general vicinity of Ruby and Sapphire Streets east of Catalina Avenue, offered 12 acres of sweet smelling flowers that were almost always in bloom. The piers, too, were an attraction. Sports fishing was unsurpassed and amusements such as games, rides and the largest salt water plunge in the world added to the excitement One of the more interesting parks in Redondo Beach is Wilderness Park, an 11 acre oasis that feels like you are way out in the country. This park was originally a Nike missile site that was decommissioned by the Federal Government and transferred to the City of Redondo Beach on May 7, 1971. This park is available for overnight camp outs.

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Another attraction is the Seaside Lagoon, a salt water swimming area constructed in the early 1950’s, which is heated by the hot water used by a nearby utility plant to generate steam for the generation of electricity. Besides swimming, the Lagoon offers a large sand area for sunbathing, children’s play equipment, snack bar facilities,

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PUBLISHER’S MUSE

ARCHITECT | DESIGN | BUILD SPECIAL EDITION Architecture is the reaching out for the truth.”

AN ODE TO ARCHITECTURE Ode to architects, who create music with time and space. Ode to designers, whose craft is superb, skillful and a delight. Ode to builders, who bring materials to life.

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This gorgeous modern California Ranch style architectural estate is in the exclusive community of Rolling Hills. Approximately 14,374 Sq.ft. of luxurious living space designed by renowned Cliff May. The owner states that 2 million+ was spent to remodel/upgrade the home in 2010 while staying true to its modern “California Ranch” architectural heritage. This rare and “one-of-a-kind” property is situated on 4.19 acres of park-like grounds with panoramic city and ocean views, the home features a unique indoor pool with retractable roof and wet bar for a year-round use, North/South tennis court with large cabana, this is an entertainer’s paradise with all amenities with an expansive living area that boasts distressed American walnut wood floors, dry sauna, gym, 5 fireplaces, skylight, cathedral ceilings with an oversized media room and full bar, wine cellar, and gaming area. Gourmet kitchen features a commercial grade Wolf range and built-in subzero freezer/refrigeration units and built-in coolers. Second master suite has a private patio. Detached guest quarters with full bath maybe used as maid’s quarters. It also features a built-in closed circuit camera security system and ample paved driveways with parking for up to 30 vehicles.

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You’ve seen the houses during your morning walk on the Strand or your weekend drive through the Beach Cities. They are the ones you point to and marvel at. The ones that are so beautifully designed and built, they take your breath away. Here, we talk to 12 of South Bay’s most distinguished architects and designers about their remarkable creations.

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Drawing from Frank Lloyd Wright’s prairie style influences and 19th-20th century style, David Watson designed and built residential home 32nd Street in Manhattan Beach. “The clients are originally from the Midwest, interested in turn of the century style. The stone-brick, Midwestern feel in the middle of a beach city makes [the home] unique,” he explains. A modern floor plan and living area with windows give the house a spacious feel. “We integrated the prairie style element in a confined beach cities space. The 2nd floor’s long, horizontal style also plays into this,” says Watson. Every detail down to the light fixtures, dining table and chandelier were meticulously constructed to be as inimitable as the structure itself. Dean Nota explains his approach to modern design+build as “creating a sense of spaciousness when you do not have the space.” He did just this to construct the Yu Residence on the Hermosa Beach Strand. Made of wood, stone, and glass for the windows and balconies, the layout is more spacious than a typical Strand home. “The area’s tight space made the project come down to inches,” Nota says. The interior includes a master suite and second master bedroom. Nota’s play on light and materials distinguishes the house from its neighbors. While the beautiful ocean view glistens through the windows, the house is also private enough to live comfortably. “There is a juxtaposition between opening up the house to showcase the dramatic view, but also creating enough privacy for living, ” he says.

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What is your favorite architectural icon in the world? Dean Nota: Louis Kahn’s Salk Institute for Biological Studies aspires within its own spirit to an order achieved through clarity, definition and consistency of application. What architectural figure, living or historical, has made the biggest impact on your career? Dean Nota: I graduated from the Southern California Institute of Architecture, where, after an internship with SCIArc’s founding director, Raymond Kappe, FAIA, I returned as faculty. Working ten years in the Kappe Studio nurtured my love for unique possibilities of residential architecture in the California context that has come to define my work. If you could design your dream home, what style would it be and where would you build it? Dean Nota: The South Bay is part of Metropolitan Los Angeles, one of the world’s foremost contemporary architectural laboratories. So, It would be in a coastal community, in Metro LA, with a view of the ocean, not unlike Hermosa Beach.

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PRITZKAT & JOHNSON Miles Pritzkat, from Pritzkat & Johnson Architects, believes “renovation and transformation is like a custom made suit.” Pritzkat’s and Keith Johnson’s renovation of the Dauchot Residence in Palos Verdes reflects this philosophy in terms of elements built P R I T K AT & J O H N S O N

especially for the tenants to support their living style. The project started as a kitchen remodel, but became a complete transformation from mainstream to modern. Once the tenants realized the architects could help sculpt their

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dream home, they opted for a carved out wine cellar, a remodeled pool, and an office. “The

Miles Pritkat: I would narrow it down to “my world”, a place with personal

project was about understanding the potentials of the house and the clients’ lifestyle,” says

relevance that can be experienced with some frequency. The Casino in

Pritzkat. “We created a better flow by determining their needs and creating solutions.”

Avalon on Catalina Island is a fanciful, classical and functional. It celebrates the promise of living in Southern California, something that we can lose sight of. What architectural figure, living or historical, has made the biggest impact on your career? Miles Pritkat: I took a trip to the Grand Canyon three years ago to discover the architect/designer who had influenced me from an early age without

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my awareness: Mary Colter. When there were few women in the workplace

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and design world, she shaped the perception of millions of visitors to the

the Sears Tower (now the Willis Tower) in Chicago.

American West and Southwest. Her designs celebrate the natural history of the locale in the architecture and interior design.

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If you could design your dream home, what style would it be and where

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between a relaxed formality that nods to our cultural traditions but that also

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What is your favorite architectural icon in the world? Micheal Lee: I love the Golden Gate Bridge for its muscles, lack of pretense, and absolute beauty. What architectural figure, living or historical, has made the biggest impact on your career? Micheal Lee: Frank Gehry has done more to change the way we think and act about buildings today than anybody else I can think of. If you could design your dream home, what style would it be and where would you build it? Micheal Lee: It would be a Rustic-Modern structure integrated into a coastal hillside in Northern Santa Barbara County. Or, I might prefer to fix up a funky little beach shack on a walk street in North Manhattan.

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A man “equally passionate about architecture and interiors,” Michael Lee does a significant amount of planning to provide his clients the perfect blend of both. In particular, the Guglielmo-Gaines Residence on 7th Street in Manhattan Beach underwent a beautiful transformation via Lee’s efforts. Formerly a late 80’s traditional spec house, it now features open spaces built to display the tenants’ art. “We spent a lot of time talking about what [art pieces] were going where,” says Lee. “Unique characteristics such as art placement made it a better project to work on.” Wood furniture compliments a patio with a built in barbeque, and lighter walls to contrast the view are some of the home’s modern elements. “It was really gratifying to see the house working the way we planned with the lighting and the artwork” Lee says. According to Lee, good architecture and great clients “who really pushed” him contributed to the design’s success.

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Bryan Winters’ Baba_Haus juxtaposes typical large-scale beach cities projects. His work on this 1952 Redondo Beach bungalow was completed on a tight budget. He was determined to create something unique, however, by expanding the home from 800 square feet to 1200, “The real challenge was that it was small in retrospect,” says Winters. Because of this, he paid extra attention to finite details and was “anal about every little thing.” Honoring the notion that less is more, Winters recalls that that project was “a real experiment in space, coordination, and an understanding of what the client wanted.” To maximize space, Winters used square windows. To save money, he broke his own rules. “We saved [significantly] on the kitchen by going to Ikea, which is something I don’t usually do, and used recycled materials, such as skylights from Craigslist.” In the end, the limited budget allowed for more creativity. The client, a Swiss native, appreciates that the home’s transformation allows her to live a simple but modern lifestyle.

What is your favorite architectural icon in the world? Bryan Winters: VILLA SAVOYE, in Poissy, France, by Le Corbusier…the villa is a renowned example of a modern architecture international style. What architectural figure, living or historical, has made the biggest impact on your career? Bryan Winters: Working for Thom Mayne, the 2005 Pritzker Prize winner, founder of Morphosis Architects and a founding father of SCI-Arc, provided me the depth and knowledge to become a well-rounded professional. If you could design your dream home, what style would it be and where would you build it? Bryan Winters: The structure would implement five concepts in design philosophy: an inside/outside relationship of material and space; a there-but-not-there emphasis of transparent and translucent materials; a not-at-90-degree parallelism of site to building context; a principle of offsetting materials to create a scope of depth; and a context of B R YA N W I N T E R S

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Steve Lazar’s design+build projects stand out in the way they blend in with the earth. Lazar says he “takes an atypical approach that comprehends design and build into the same structure.” The method is apparent in projects such as Hermosa Beach’s Lifeguard Tower, which is refreshingly unusual in appearance but seamless in design and build. Lazar approaches each project with a philosophy: “Function and form have to be perfectly intertwined, like a braid. If form overdoes function then you end up with just a monument that is not useful. If it’s the other way around, you end up with something that is mundane with no spirit.” Lazar uses materials that can withstand time in their environment. “The closer you get to the ocean, materials are absolutely critical to the longevity of the house.” Though a practical craftsman to ensure durability, Lazar’s portfolio is full of distinguished designs. He believes “there is no limit to creativity,” which is reflected via imaginative elements found in his works. When discussing his project titled the O’Grady Residence, Doug Leach thinks about the clients her built it for. “They are familyoriented, down to earth, and wanted a fun, family house with space for living,” Leach explains. Located on The Hill in Manhattan Beach, the residence is a wide, deep lot with downhill proportions and an ocean view at the rear. Leach had 7,500 square feet to work with, and was meticulous. “We spent a lot of time deciding how to level the top floor for the wide angle view. It came down to a matter of 12 inches,” he says. The house has a tropical Hawaiian feel, with a large pool, pool cabana and fireplace. Perhaps the most fun feature is the spiral staircase turned into a slide that leads to the children’s recreation room. Leach designed the living and kitchen area as one big space. He explains that more people are asking for these designs, and that the plan fit into the O’Grady’s family-oriented lifestyle. There is also a covered living deck, covered exterior decks, and a sun deck that wraps around the house. A built in breakfast nook with a wooden table is the ideal weekend dining area.

What is your favorite architectural icon in the world? Steve Lazar: Frank Lloyd Wright’s homes. They look as if they’ve come from the earth instead of being been put upon the earth. What architectural figure, living or historical, has made the biggest impact on your career? Steve Lazar: Frank Lloyd Wright for his use of materials and how he integrates indoor and outdoor spaces to create a home. If you could design your dream home, what style would it be and where would you build it? Steve Lazar: It would be nestled into the side of a mountain or hillside incorporating the earth right into the house. Hopefully it would also have some sort of a natural water feature that I could incorporate into it; really organic.

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James Meyer of Lean Arch, Inc., is the principal architect on a team that prides

itself on design+build delivery. His project on 34th Street in Manhattan Beach was a renovation of a multi-story, single-family residence. “We designed it as we were building it,” Meyer explains. “It was a stew of ideas.” One cannot help to marvel at the building, made from both glass and steel. Its vertically oriented connections result in a seamless flow, from room to balcony to staircase. One main focus was the top floor of the three-story house, which was small and served no purpose. Meyer and his team tripled its size, maximizing the space’s usability. “It’s not the kind of project we would normally do, but it was dynamic,” he says.” The tenants were very engaged in the space during the remodel, which

is reflective in the property’s personal elements. “The house is fun to be in and reflects the beach lifestyle,” says Meyer. “We were able to mix extreme elements of creativity at a reasonable cost.”

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What is your favorite architectural icon in the world? Patrick Killen: Eiffel Tower What architectural figure, living or historical, has made the biggest impact on your career? Patrick Killen: Le Corbusier If you could design your dream home, what style would it be and where would you build it? Patrick Killen: Santa Monica Mountains. To be considered architecture and not just a building design, it must be 2012 modern, because all other styles were modern when invented. Once that style is outdated or historic, it is example of modern for that period; later copies of that style cease to be architecture...

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Matthew Morris designed the Kallis residence to be a traditional style house with a contemporary

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edge. The first project of its kind to be done on a flat walk street in Manhattan Beach, the design

Matt Morris: The Empire state building. They built a floor

brings a modern style influence to the Beach Cities. Although dynamic because it is the first of its

every three to four days. It is an unbelievable feat to do it

kind to be built on a flat walk, the home also stands out because of creative choices. It is truly the

that fast with that much detail.

ideal Cape Cod or Hampton’s vacation home on the West Coast. To compliment the feel, Morris designed and built a full outdoor kitchen and an outdoor fireplace. He included a media recreation

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many different influences. I admire Frank Lloyd Wright’s organization of space; his designs are cutting edge and he took risks. If you could design your dream home, what style would it be and where would you build it? Matt Morris: I like a mixture of eclectic styles. Hamptons meets New York loft with modern and European influences.

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What is your favorite architectural icon in the world? Jon Starr: There is one particular architect my dad was friends with while I was growing up. All of his work was in our little town in Laguna Beach. I modeled what I do after him. What architectural figure, living or historical, has made the biggest impact on your career? Jon Starr: That Laguna Beach architect, and of course lots of other great architects. Also, my clients drive the design. If you could design your dream home, what style would it be and where would you build it? Jon Starr: It changes every week; maybe when I was in school, there was one. I don’t try to imitate, creative people who do creative stuff drive me. When Jon Starr purchased a property on 25th street in Hermosa Beach, he knew that

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motivation and energy within you and drive you

reaching your goals. As it relates to real estate there are

to get to your goals faster.

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5 elements that should be a part of your plan. NEEDS - Identify your personal and family needs.

What are S.M.A.R.T. goals?

your capable of, but if your plan is to own your first

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SPECIFIC -

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home, saying you want to buy a 10 Million dollar

yard and you need a home in move in condition.

example saying that you want to get in shape is

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very general, however specific would be I want

don’t have the revenue or capable of a significant

GOALS - Compare your needs to your short term and

to join a gym, work out 3 times a week and lose

and controllable windfall in your future. Playing the

long-term goals. You may desire a 5 bedroom home

15 pounds. If your goal is to buy a home, define

Powerball lottery is not going to get you to The Strand anytime soon. Stay financially intelligent, know your limits and stay within them. TIMELY - Last but not certainly not least is being grounded with a time frame for your goals and plans. In summary spend a few minutes making a decision and planning and most important EXECUTE on your plan. Think about it daily, talk to your family, your sphere of influence and advisors, and have fun along the way.

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Time is Money. Call me if you would like to make some!

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Step 2: Time Value of Money A critical success factor when pricing your home is timing. A property attracts the most attention, excitement and interest from the real estate community and potential buyers when it is first listed on the market. If your home is priced improperly at the initial listing phase, or ‘peak interest period,’ your property may languish on the market. Ultimately, this may lead to a below market value sale price, or worse, no sale at all. Therefore, your home has the greatest probability for a ‘optimum value’ sale when it is new on the market and the price is reasonably established.

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Happy Holidays and Happy New Year

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We have a name change in our office! Congratulations to fellow NW Realtor, Taya Asimos, who recently married South Bay native, Vincent DiCarlo, on November 4th!

Call Taya for any of your real estate needs! Wishing you and yours a very

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NW Real Estate agents at the Hermosa Beach office, we’d like to wish you a Very Happy Holiday! Here’s to health, wealth and From all of our

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3512 Graysby Ave, San Pedro Call me for a private showing on this beautiful Ocean and Catalina view home. Located in South Shores, this is upgraded and customized, this is the home you can enjoy for years! 3 BR, 2 3/4 Baths in over 3000 Sq.Ft. Back yard has grass and two streams for the sound of water. Gourmet Kitchen, decks, etc.

$938,000

Jack McSweeney CDPE, SRES, e-PRO, PVS RE/MAX eState Properties , Realtor / Manager

Member of the RE/MAX Hall of Fame

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2524 via pinale, palos verdes estates sold for $1,220,000 - November 2012

4021 Mesa Street, redondo beach. SOLD FOR $995,000 - September 2012

4640 Marloma Drive, Rolling hills estate SOLD FOR $1,560,000 - october 2012

1344 Palos Verdes Drive West, PVE Sold for $2,395,000 - July 2012

Thank you to our clients for a successful 2012!

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THE RIVIERA METHODIST CHURCH

NEUTRA;S “BECKSTRAND HOUSE”

By Denise Kano

Drive around any South Bay neighborhood, and you’ll see a variety of different

Lloyd Wright

architectural styles ranging from the traditional beach cottage to the super modern. Several influential architects of the past have left their mark on the South Bay in the

Lloyd Wright settled in Southern California in 1913 with his brother. He started out

way of numerous residences and commercial buildings. Richard Neutra and Lloyd

as a landscape architect and eventually designed and built a number of houses in

Wright, respectively, have contributed to the diverse architectural geography in the

the Hollywood and Los Feliz districts of Los Angeles in the mid- to late 1920s. He

South Bay, and steps have been taken to preserve some of their work.

designed the second and third band shells at the Hollywood Bowl. THE RIVIERA METHODIST CHURCH

Richard Neutra

The Riviera Methodist Church. Built in 1958, this mid-century, modern church was designed by Richard Neutra and his son, Dion, and Robert Alexander.

Richard Neutra spent most of his life and career in Southern California, and is considered to be among the most important modernist architects. Neutra is famous

NEUTRA’S “BECKSTRAND HOUSE”

for focusing on the true needs and wishes of his clients as opposed to simply putting

Neutra’s “Beckstrand House” is one of his earlier designs and overlooks Malaga Cove.

his own artistic stamp on a project. He is known for creating a “modern regionalism”

Built in 1940, the home reportedly used all prefabricated wall frames with built-in

for Southern California.

windows. Built on what used to be an orange grove, the residence is now surrounded with shrubbery which adds to the home’s mystique.

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MORPHOSIS ARCHITECTURE — THOM MAYNE & MICHAEL ROTONDI, ARCHITECTS The Lawrence/Harris Residence, 1983 - 2004 Panoramic Views — Hermosa Beach A rigorous post-modern approach to the design of this celebrated landmark of modern beach living has honed a structure strikingly apart from, yet correct for its beach city context. The resulting program triumphs with solutions over challenges posed by dense urbanism, and seaside entropy. From the imposing three story entry, an elevator whisks one to the top floor where space, light and air are the hallmarks of living and dining areas surrounded by panoramic vistas dominated by the beach and ocean. There is a natural flow to the kitchen, and out to a garden roof terrace. Verticality is broken by a multi split-level floor plan incorporating a master bedroom with built-ins, fireplace, ample closets and ocean views. There are two additional bedrooms, 2.5 luxuriously appointed baths, den/library, wine cellar, laundry and 2 car garage.

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THE DAILEY HOUSE The Dailey House was designed by Neutra and built in 1976. It was renovated in 2011 with the help of local architect, John Blanton. THE BIRD OF PARADISE HOUSE The Bird of Paradise House was built in 1963 and designed by Lloyd Wright. The furniture was reportedly also designed by Wright to complement the home’s exterior, and was recently auctioned off. This home is also known as the “Bowler House” and is among Wright’s final projects. The Moore House, also designed by Lloyd Wright, was completed in 1959. It was a sleek, ultramodern design, and a familiar sight driving along Paseo Del Mar. The home was first threatened with demolition in 2010. It was ultimately demolished in April, 2012 so the owners could construct a new home.

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We Keep It Local. For over 20 years, Jennifer and Dave Caskey have been committed to supporting their community. They have helped nearly 2,500 people call the Beach Cities “home” and are the leading Real Estate team in Manhattan Beach. Caskey & Caskey have proudly supported the following local programs: partial list below

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Mira Costa High School: Boys’ and Girls’ Volleyball Boys’ and Girls’ Basketball Football and Baseball Girls’ Soccer Performing Arts Department Robinson Elementary School PTSA Grandview Elementary School PTSA Pacific Elementary School PTSA Pennekamp Elementary School PTSA

Every real estate transaction provides a minimum of eight local businesses with new customers, while required fees & taxes directly benefit our schools and our Cities.

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elcome to atermark “The South Bay’s Home for Home Loans”

Transparency and solutions are the foundation of my success, and I promise both to each and every client. While other lenders focus on feel good services, I focus on the financing. In an industry that hasn’t had a great reputation over the past few years, I take pride in knowing that I’ve gained the trust and respect of my clients. In today’s market the most important thing when obtaining a home loan is the mortgage professional you work with and the resources that they have at their disposal. Whether you have a simple conventional purchase, or a complex Jumbo transaction, feel free to call me at anytime and find out why Watermark is right for you.

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725 South Juanita, Redondo Beach

252 Calle de Madrid, Redondo Beach

This stunning executive home features a prime location and deluxe features. With beautiful Alta Vista Park just across the street, enjoying an afternoon of game, set, match is as easy as walking a few steps to the tennis courts. Step out onto the extra-large front deck and enjoy the views of the park greenery and city lights twinkling from Redondo to the PV Peninsula. Schools, the Riviera Village, restaurants, shops and more are all close by. This 3,100 sq. ft. home is ideal for entertaining or relaxing. Featuring 4 bedrooms plus an office and den, the home has 4.5 baths, including one for each bedroom. Rebuilt in 1999, the home includes gleaming hardwood floors, granite counters and stainless appliances in the kitchen, and a large master suite with a luxurious master bath. The beautiful rear yard includes lush landscaping and a new patio.

This gorgeous Hollywood Riviera home is a rare find. Located on one of the quietest and most picturesque streets in the Riviera, the home features 4 bedrooms and 2 ¾ baths. This open and airy home features soaring ceilings in the huge family room, which opens to a lush back yard. As a result it feels much larger than its 1,628 sq. ft. Enjoy the views of the Palos Verdes hillside from the large redwood deck. The gourmet kitchen includes granite counter tops, a 10 foot island, cherry wood cabinets and new stainless steel appliances. Substantially remodeled in 2006, the home has cherry hardwood floors throughout, as well as Anderson windows, copper plumbing, and a tankless Rheem water heater. Located on a 6,639 sq. ft. lot, this special home is a short stroll to Riviera Elementary School, Rocket Ship Park and the Palos Verdes walking trail.

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