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ON THE COVER 41 TIDE WATCH $23,850,000
Crystal Cove Customs Newport Coast REPRESENTED BY
REX MCKOWN and MARCY WEINSTEIN
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MWA Intro
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SURTER R E PROPERTIES Surterre Properties®, Inc. does not guarantee accuracy of all data, including all measurements and calculations of area. Information is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by Broker or Agent of MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Surterre Properties BRE# 01778230. McKown | Weinstein | Associates BRE# 01275953.
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ew year, new beginning, new listing—41 Tide Watch in Crystal Cove, the premier, coastal address is one of our exquisite luxury home listings. There is a reason that clients looking to sell properties at record-breaking prices while receiving five-star service select relationship-driven McKown | Weinstein | Associates to represent their interests—history. Enter 41 South Sur in Newport Coast: this issue’s “Final View” sold for $8,350,000 after just one day on the market, with Principal Rex McKown representing the seller and agent Michaela McCloskey representing the buyer.
This powerful message of collaboration extends to our cross-platform marketing collateral, which was recently refined to reflect a modern aesthetic, as well as the hiring of our new team member, Jon Curci. The driven native of Newport Beach has hit the ground running not only with multimillions in real estate sales in Orange County, but also high-profile celebrity clients and listings that have garnered several-page spreads in magazines including House Beautiful and Coast as well as coverage by top media, from The Daily Mail to TMZ. All speak to Curci’s real estate acumen and his deep and sincere investment in the community (he also serves on the executive board for The Luévano Foundation). His local knowledge and presence, coupled with progressive sales and marketing supporting McKown | Weinstein | Associates, make him a true force and an extraordinary real estate sales advisor.
MWA Welcome
Finally, there is this new edition, with editorial featuring Carpenter’s Workshop; The Jaffa hotel; heritage brand Fortuny; and a fascinating but little-known history about Christian Dior.
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Marcy Weinstein & Rex McKown Principals of McKown | Weinstein | Associates
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ART MEETS DESIGN CARPENTERS WORKSHOP GALLERY CONTINUES ITS RISE IN AMERICA WITH A STUNNING NEW SPACE IN CALIFORNIA
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3 RIM RIDGE PELICAN HILL NEWPORT COAST
THE HOUSE OF DIOR THE MODERN, TRÈS CHIC TOUCH OF CHRISTIAN DIOR’S CREATIVE COLLABORATORS
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BLENDING OLD AND NEW IN THE HEART OF TEL AVIV, THE JAFFA HOTEL EXUDES HISTORICAL RICHNESS WITH A CONTEMPORARY TWIST
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THE ADDRESS BOOK 37 DEL MAR CRYSTAL COVE CUSTOMS NEWPORT COAST
34795 CAMINO CAPISTRANO CAPISTRANO BLUFFS DANA POINT
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14 SEA GREENS PELICAN HILL NEWPORT COAST
808 S. BAY FRONT BALBOA ISLAND NEWPORT BEACH
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FINAL VIEW 41 SOUTH SUR NEWPORT COAST
MWA TEAM
Rex McKown
Lena Ghezel
Principal Newport Coast Specialist 949 689 5018
Sales Associate Shady Canyon, Newport Coast & Turtle Ridge Specialist 714 914 3443
BRE# 01275953
BRE# 01252003
Rex McKown has led the ultra-luxury real estate market in coastal Orange County through record-setting sales powerhouse M | W | A. With more than 14 years of sales expertise and a construction and development background, Rex navigates complex transactions to best serve his clients. Residing in Costa Mesa with his wife Jill and son Nash, Rex is most proud of being a father.
Eric Neff
Real estate agent Lena Ghezel started her 20-year career as a mortgage professional, gaining valuable insight on the financial aspect of real estate transactions before transitioning into residential sales. She fuses this knowledge with impeccable attention to detail, an outstanding work ethic and passion for interior design. The benevolent Ghezel donates a portion of the proceeds on every completed transaction to a charitable organization of her client’s choosing.
MWA Team
Sales Associate Newport Coast Non-Custom Specialist 949 478 7823
Maureen White Sales Associate Newport Coast Specialist 949 720 2683 BRE# 00430565
BRE# 01873751
Professionally accomplished, Eric Neff pursues his clients’ objectives with a polished and proven approach. Well-versed in the intricacies of business, his spectrum of skills and talents promises a lucrative and enjoyable experience. Focused on outstanding service and working in a highly organized, detailoriented fashion, this trustworthy professional is adept in handling complex transactions.
Nick Smith Director of Operations
Nick Smith supports MWA’s top agents and daily operations, business growth strategy, and risk management. Smith’s transaction assistance and client interactions ensure a smooth, unsurpassed sales process. A self-proclaimed nerd at heart, Nick loves contracts, his wife and two sons, surfing, and anything related to the ocean.
Michael Franco Sales Associate Buyers Agent Specialist 949 200 2383 BRE# 01421021
Top-ranking real estate professional Michael Franco delivers service with integrity. A results-driven expert in the Newport Beach, Newport Coast, Laguna Beach and Irvine luxury markets, he amplifies Marketing strategies with an approach to digital marketing recognized as generating leads worldwide. Negotiation and the ability to navigate complex domestic and international transactions are Franco’s forte.
Industry professional since 1976, Maureen White specializes in selling luxury custom homes and lots. White’s longtime work with the Irvine Company helped the firm launch its successful custom lot sales program in 1991 and her knowledge of the high-end real estate space and celebrity clients have widely contributed to MWA’s leadership standing.
Jonathan Curci
Sales Associate Balboa Island/ One Ford Road Specialist 949 274 0560 BRE# 01993349
Since graduating from Chapman University with a bachelor’s degree in business and real estate, Jonathon Curci has hit the ground running with multi-millions in real estate sales in Orange County including high-profile, celebrity clients that garnered multi-page features for his listings in top global media.
Michaela McCloskey Sales Associate Corona del Mar Specialist 949 887 8602 BRE# 01261456
Lili Kung Peters Sales Associate International Specialist 949 697 8062
Rob Smith Sales Associate Non-Custom Crystal Cove & Newport Harbor Specialist 949 697 8855
BRE# 01453277
In the luxury real estate market along Southern California’s Gold Coast, Lili Kung Peters brings global marketing knowledge, business experience and local market expertise to her clients. Her friendliness, dedication to service, and fluency in English and Chinese have earned her the revered reputation as the coast’s Realtor of choice.
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For nearly 15 years, Rob Smith has been at the forefront of luxury residential real estate in coastal Orange County, active in its exclusive enclaves and integral to several record-high sales. Offering sophisticated market valuations and analysis, skillful negotiations, and attentive client service, Smith counts professional athletes, Fortune 500 CEOs, celebrities, developers and entrepreneurs among his clientele.
A luxury real estate veteran along California’s Gold Coast, this Newport Beach resident offers an unmatched understanding of a highly competitive market and the niche communities comprising Corona del Mar, Newport Coast, Newport Beach and Laguna Beach. An equestrian and humanitarian, the resultsdriven McCloskey consistently earns repeat and referral business.
Nicholas Gannon VP of Marketing
MWA Team
A prominent innovator in the ultra-high-end luxury real estate space, Nick Gannon ensures that the firm’s properties command competitive-edge visibility and top dollar. Outside of real estate, Nick dedicates his time to local nonprofit organizations, including Project Hope Alliance in Costa Mesa, as well as fostering international contemporary art as a member of Contemporary@LACMA.
John de la Haye
Sales Associate Huntington Beach Harbour Specialist 714 493 0795 BRE# 01295111
Robert Taylor Sales Associate Newport Harbor Specialist 949 338 8885 BRE# 00554873
A licensed broker since 1978, Robert Taylor served under California’s Commissioner of Real Estate, appointed by then Governor Ronald Reagan. With a background spanning property acquisitions, screening, evaluation and analysis, the finance savvy Taylor offers vast experience and licensure as a General Securities Principal, Series 7 and Series 24.
Brought up within a real estate empire, John de la Haye has been a licensed real estate agent for nearly two decades. With an MBA from Pepperdine University, he worked with corporations, leading sales teams for companies like Microsoft, bolstering his knowledge for buying and selling properties. Working closely with clients, de la Haye has also been a volunteer sheriff with the Orange County Sheriff’s department since 9/11.
Jeff Blasingame
Sales Associate Coastal Property Specialist 949 887 2725 BRE# 01725753
With a decade-plus of resort, commercial and residential real estate experience, Jeff Blasingame’s exceptional attention to detail, trustworthiness, and natural inclination to deliver more than what is asked of him, render him extremely valuable to his clients. Jeff also serves as vice-chair for Oceana’s most successful fundraiser, SeaChange.
Marcy Weinstein Principal Newport Coast Specialist 949 689 3550 BRE# 01094198
Since launching her residential real estate career in the early 1990s, Marcy Weinstein has sold more properties in the custom neighborhoods of Newport Coast than any other real estate professional. Leveraging her wide-ranging capabilities with Surterre’s top-notch marketing campaign and commitment to service, Weinstein assures her clients a rewarding transaction.
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A RT MEETS DESIGN Founded by French duo Julien Lombrail and Loïc Le Gaillard, Carpenters Workshop Gallery continues its rise in America with a stunning new space in California.
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he journey of longtime friends Julien Lombrail and Loïc Le Gaillard started 13 years ago, when they opened their inaugural space in a former carpenter’s workshop in London’s Chelsea neighborhood. Two years later, in 2008, they opened another space, this time in the upscale neighborhood of Mayfair, and the only one in the British capital. In 2011, it was on to Paris. Then came 2015, a milestone year for the French duo, who launched Carpenters Workshop Roissy, an 86,000-square-foot space on the outskirts of Paris dedicated to bringing together the most talented artisans for the purpose of artistic research and development. The same year, they opened Carpenters Workshop Gallery in the United States, on New York’s Fifth Avenue. Since then, the gallery’s reputation for producing and exhibiting functional sculptures by both established artists and new talent has grown. Success, however, does not stop here for the French entrepreneurs. Attracting more and more collectors all over the U.S., Lombrail and Le Gaillard recently decided it was the right time to take the plunge with a new, permanent location on the West Coast. “After opening our East Coast space, we quickly began to grow our client base across the United States and thus have been frequenting San Francisco,” Le Gaillard says. “We were immediately struck by the city’s rich cultural scene and vibrant design landscape. The fact that San Francisco is supported by an active and engaged collector base made the city a clear choice. We also feel that more than other cities in the U.S., the taste of the new generations in San Francisco is evolving quickly towards a more contemporary approach, where craft and technology exist side by side, which is exactly what we do.”
owner, renowned design impresario Ken Fulk. “For our West Coast debut, we were looking for an unusual space—off the beaten path in an architecturally interesting space, as we do for our other galleries,” explains Le Gaillard. “The former Saint Joseph’s Church, which has been immaculately resurrected by Ken Fulk, not only seduced us by its splendor and potential, but also by Ken’s singular vision for this unique project.” Occupying the mezzanine of the building, the gallery’s surrounds offer many possibilities to be creative and innovative. Pieces by iconic artists including Nacho Carbonell, Atelier Van Lieshout, Maarten Baas, Wendell Castle, Vincenzo De Cotiis, Mathieu Lehanneur, Sebastian Brajkovic and Studio Job will be regularly featured as part of the impressive decor spread over 9,000 square feet. On the ground floor, boutiques including the sole U.S. shop of French apothecary brand Buly 1803, an Assouline book corner and Ken Fulk’s Flower Factory complement the curated offerings for design and art lovers. “The interaction with the Saint Joseph’s Art Society should also create an interesting cross-pollination between the city’s creative community,” says Le Gaillard. Every year, the program at Carpenters Workshop Gallery San Francisco will include two individual exhibitions, in addition to the rotating artworks.
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Since its October 2018 opening, Carpenters Workshop Gallery San Francisco is located in the Saint Joseph’s Arts Society, a former church that dates back to 1913. With its unconventional architecture, the space is now dedicated to the arts thanks to a large renovation led by its
On view through June 28, Vincenzo De Cotiis’s solo show, En Plein Air, comprises furnituresculptures handmade by Italian artisans with semi-precious stones, Murano glass, recycled resin and cast brass. These pieces are an ode to both painting history and nature. “It is a manifesto of pure naturalistic inspiration,” describes De Cotiis. “A quintessence of everything that the movements of the early 20th century had established.” At the crossroads of art and design, Carpenters Workshop Gallery continues its mission of promoting a creative dialogue, which is constantly evolving and enriching, through the production of fascinating limited edition pieces. carpentersworkshopgallery.com
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WOR LD Design Fortuny
Established at the beginning of the 20th century by its innovative, enterprising namesake, preeminent fabric brand Fortuny remains a force in 21st century design.
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“The Painters Children in the Japanese Room,” an 1874 oil on canvas, hangs with renown at the Museo Del Prado in Spain and is significant for its clear artistic merits and the intimacy of its subject—the painter’s children, daughter Maria Luisa and son Mariano, members of what was then considered Spain’s most artistically accomplished family. Just 3 years old in the painting, little Mariano sits on a divan, a silk textile covering his fragile form, with his inspection of the material marking a ripening interest. The boy who grew to become the preeminent textile designer and creative engine of his age, known to the world by only one name—Fortuny—needed first to grow into his gifts. In Paris, he painted with his uncles and studied sculpture with Rodin; in Germany, he learned chemistry; and in Venice, he discovered his life’s work, parlaying early experimentations with electricity into a lighting innovation for the theater and, with his wife Henriette, fashioning the Delphos dress, which transformed early 1900’s fashion from restrictive to elegantly comfortable, worn by the likes of dancer Isadora Duncan. All the while at his home, Mariano was printing textiles. When the outbreak of World War One complicated sourcing silk and velvet from Italy, he changed his medium to cotton and took a painter’s approach to make the material look like silk, applying layer upon layer of color, achieving the best of both worlds: a fabric with the aesthetic richness of silk or velvet but with the durability of cotton. “When woven,” explains Mickey Riad, current creative director of Fortuny, which he co-owns with his brother and sister, “100 percent, long staple Egyptian cotton has much more overlap, which gives the material strength, along with a beautiful sheen and an amazing capacity to absorb color.”
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As demand for his textiles increased, Mariano established a factory in a former convent on the island of Giudecca. Opened in 1921, the factory is still the base of Fortuny’s production, currently staffed by 28 artisans “using the same machines and secret technique and processes that Mariano developed a century ago,” says Riad, whose tenure at Fortuny began after his father, an attorney, inherited the company from Mariano’s sole predecessor, American interior designer Elsie McNeill Lee (later Countess Elsie Lee Gozzi), the exclusive distributor of Fortuny through her Madison Avenue showroom. Named Mariano’s successor by his widow Henriette, the Countess did more than anyone to bring the brand from the churches and museums of Mariano’s day into people’s home. This responsibility is now the Riads. Just 22 and 23 at the time the brothers Riad started rebuilding Fortuny from the ground-up, they were at first viewed skeptically (“the final nails in Fortuny’s coffin,” as Mickey remembers it). It was, he continues, “Who are these young punks who think they can come take over the Rolls Royce of fabrics?” But in slowly remaking the company they have known their entire lives, the Riads won over representatives.
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Today, in addition to 400 fabrics, Fortuny has international showrooms across the globe, including a beautiful new boutique inside Dessin Fournir on La Cienaga in Los Angeles. They recently launched a new fabric collection in Paris inspired by the origins and writings of Taoism and this year will introduce new collaborations that join Fortuny at the Met in New York, Brick House by Philip Johnson, Blair House in D.C.; Hermitage in St. Petersburg and many other places. Its fabrics were also central to Maria Grazia Chiuri’s last haute couture collection with Pierpaolo Piccioli for Valentino. The challenge for Fortuny is moving toward the future while honoring the past. “For many years we looked at it as being curators of a legacy and preserving it,” says Mickey. “We realized that it’s not just about the history, it’s about the spirit of Mariano Fortuny. That allowed us to take the brand to the next level. Mariano revolutionized the world of fashion, theater, lighting and textiles, and influenced almost every person on the planet in some form or another. Fortuny has always been about the future.” fortuny.com
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DESIGN | Fortuny
Design Fortuny
Fortuny’s Venice Showroom is the heart of the company and offers a sense of style consistency.
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A classic aesthetic with modern touches defines the modern era at the Venice Showroom.
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DIOR Words by
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In applying a modern, très chic touch to a Parisian townhouse for Christian Dior, two of the most significant creative accomplices in the couturier’s world pushed forward a new frontier for interior design.
Heritage Dior
The beautiful, sophisticated fashions of Dior set the tone for his interiors.
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do with the family heirlooms project. Everything was fresh, luxurious and, because it was Dior, garnered a great deal of publicity.
n the years following the Second World War, Christian Dior’s iconic “New Look” presented a stunning sartorial rethink; this broad call to civility was brave, bold permission to dream again, and to dress. It was also a vision, one that the paragon of Parisian fashion and two of his colleagues and contemporaries, both influential French aesthetes, adapted into a fresh interior style. Chronicled in the lush new tome Dior and His Decorators: Victor Grandpierre, Georges Geoffroy and the New Look, the little-known story is a fascinating exploration of the relationship between fashion and design—and three exceptionally brilliant men.
“It really launched this whole idea of what I call ‘New Look’ decoration, which was the equivalent of the New Look dress in interior design,” describes Maureen Footer, author of Dior and His Decorators. One found the architecture, boning, structure and careful seaming that defined Dior designs in the interiors of a house that was fashion itself, full of life-resonating rooms. “All three thought about the great French classical tradition,” says Footer, “and yet because they were contemporary men who were part of the artistic dialogue of their time, they also brought a real modern sensibility to the house. The rooms were beautiful, but also incredibly luxurious, warm, comfortable, and I would say even sexy, which a wonderful word because these were rooms that embraced life and drew you in. Rooms you wanted to run into, have a delicious glass of champagne and gossip.”
All born at the beginning of the 20th century, Dior, Grandpierre and Geoffroy had intersecting talents and a shared perspective informed by living in monumental times, during which they not only experienced war, revolution and intense geopolitical shifts, but exoticism and Modernism, flappers and jazz. An artist and dreamer who loved architecture, Dior shrugged off a career in diplomacy for the cabarets and cultured bohemia of Paris. In this fluid moment, Dior met the well-connected Geoffroy, who was doing film sets and fashion illustrations. While Geoffroy continued to work in couture, Dior established a flourishing art gallery. Once the Great Depression made a risky investment of contemporary art, Geoffroy engineered Dior’s introduction to the proper haute couture circles in France. Later, when the occupation of Paris saw Dior flee to the South of France, he met the artistically gifted Grandpierre, a photographer working in the theater. With a natural affinity for one another and a similar vision, Dior and Grandpierre forged the creative partnership that would power the Dior brand back in Paris.
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A house that contemporized old codes and conventions while simultaneously resuscitated French classicism was a true novelty at the time. “What was so daring was that they knew the rules well enough to know how to break them successfully,” says Footer. “The fact that they used 18th century French furniture in an everyday way, they connected the past to the present.” Other elements, like sumptuous fabric in gorgeous jewel tones and rich floral colors, reverberated a modern current throughout the house. Consider what were smokingroom touches—leather tufted sofa, Louis XVI chairs, a humidor, cognac decanter and English mahogany—in the solarium, rather than the usual suspects of delicate ferns and metal and wicker furnishings.
Deeply entrenched in the Dior universe, Grandpierre designed Dior boutiques, micro-managed matters of packaging, branding and more; Geffroy, more than anyone, created sumptuous, elegant interiors that spoke to the same inspiration as Dior’s dresses. In this context, they turned their creative attentions to designing a town home suitable to the couturier’s skyrocketing station—7, Boulevard Jules-Sandeau. Where Dior boutiques featured a calm, gray and white palette to show off the clothes, the designer’s townhouse mixed elements of French classicism with an exuberant 1950’s freshness. One of the first Parisian homes redecorated top to bottom after the war, this was not another making
As all great homes do, 7, Boulevard Jules-Sandeau reflected its owner. Dior the man was a lover of art, music and history whose acquisitions in the home illustrated these passions with a poise the designer always showed. In sum, Footer says, “The house is really his statement of what constitutes civility. There’s all this joyous sensuousness—upholstered walls, rich velvet, beautiful flowers, French furniture. All of it shows that he was a very civilized man. He enjoyed the richness of life and made every day an occasion.” A vision still very much in fashion.
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Matters of culture deeply inspired Dior; he loved magnificent architecture.
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HERITAGE | Dior and His Decorators
Heritage Dior
Geoffroy and Grandpierre applied the principles of Dior fashion to compose grand interior spaces worthy of a world-class couturier.
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Heritage Dior
In Dior’s world, a beautiful dress and a great room were inseparable. Both illustrated grace and technique.
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In the heart of Tel Aviv, The Jaffa hotel—which offers views of the Mediterranean Sea—exudes historical richness with a contemporary twist, thanks to British designer John Pawson.
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aking 10 years to complete, The Jaffa, a unique project located in a historic yet vibrant area in Tel Aviv, hosts 120 rooms and suites, and 30 luxury residences. Owned by New Yorkbased hotel and real estate company RFR Holding (founded by Aby Rosen) and operated by Marriott’s The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts, The Jaffa opened its doors last August in a 19th-century neo-Roman structure, which was once a hospital and French monastery. The hotel also spills over into the adjacent, contemporary building. British designer John Pawson led the whole project with the help of local architect Ramy Gill—who specializes in conservation—and a team of restoration experts, making sure the property would be aligned with contemporary travelers’ needs while paying tribute to its past. “After purchasing the building, I asked Pawson to bring his minimalist interpretation to the classical monastery building,” says Rosen. “His sensitivity to the incredible history manifests itself in his thoughtful design, introducing new life and purpose to the building.” Situated at the top of the 4,000-year-old Jaffa Port, the hotel features panoramic views of the Old City, the sea and the contemporary skyline of Tel Aviv, where classic, art deco and modernist buildings coexist. The lobby welcomes guests with historic vestiges from a 13th-century bastion wall. Mid-century pieces by Japanese designer Shiro Kuramata and French designer Pierre Paulin, as well as artworks by Damien Hirst surprisingly yet harmoniously complement the atmosphere, and set the tone for the blend of old and new that permeate the rest of the hotel. Both this wing and the U-shaped historical building comprising outdoor corridors with columns and arches, and lofty ceilings—all reminiscent of the past— surround a peaceful, leafy courtyard.
“Throughout the project, the aim has been to preserve and retune the existing historic and archaeological structures whilst also adding significant contemporary elements.”
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The hotel’s two restaurants occupy the basement of the old structure, featuring original vaulted ceilings. Don Camillo serves a blend of Italian and Mediterranean flavors, while Golda, a New York-style deli with a bistro feel, is in a space with raw stone walls. In every room and suite, soft tones prevail, creating a relaxing ambience, with photographs by Israeli artist Tal Shochat adorning the walls. In some areas of the contemporary building, Pawson introduced modern elements while also referencing the traditional architecture of the Middle East, such as the Mashrabiya, a type of decorative bay window typical of Arabic residences. Also part of the experience: an outdoor swimming pool, sundeck, fitness center, shop, 4,500-square-foot L. Raphael spa and lounge with Pawson-designed backgammon tables that pay homage to traditional games that merchants play in the Jaffa market. “Throughout the project, the aim has been to preserve and retune the existing historic and archaeological structures whilst also adding significant contemporary elements, creating a powerful new spatial narrative, charged with atmosphere and a seamless sense of place, plans and elevations flexing in response to the site walls and to key landmarks in the surrounding cityscape,” Pawson says. With recessed stained-glass windows, majestic arched ceilings and ornate plasterwork details, the most impressive space—furnished with contemporary, colorful seating and tables—is The Chapel, a bar lounge that truly epitomizes the designer’s vision of making the most of the grandeur of a historic building while giving it a new life. thejaffahotel.com
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A LOT TO BE DE SIR ED Located on one of the finest lots in Newport Coast’s private, gated community Pelican Point, this estate epitomizes the best in aspirational oceanfront living. Like its 12,000 square-foot lot, this resort-inspired residence is also generously dimensioned, with more than 7,100 square feet, three-bedroom suites on its upper level, a one-bedroom suite on the main level, and an optional fifth bedroom in the subterranean level that is currently being used as an in-home gym and spa. Evoking California coastal elegance with upholstered wall coverings, rich window coverings, walnut floors and fine limestone throughout, the home’s interiors complement the property’s expansive grounds—a thoughtfully placed blend of lush landscaping; quality hardscapes; a private, enclosed courtyard; covered loggia; saltwater pool and water features. A short distance away, the community’s private gated access point to Crystal Cove State Beach offers residents miles of California’s premier coastline, surf and walking/hiking trails.
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14 Sea Greens ns SE A SIDE DR E A M With the timeless ambiance of a Montecito estate, the home’s inviting spaces clad in beautiful, neutral tones and finishes, bathe in abundant natural light. Designed for effortless indoor/outdoor entertaining, these generously scaled spaces open to numerous loggias and terraces, grounds and spectacular views. The property features six bedrooms and eight baths, including an optional on grade secondary master and detached guest casita. Spanning the entire upper level, the lovely master suite features an expansive ocean and golf view terrace, indulgent his and hers bathrooms and dressing room, and adjoining office or nursery. The rear grounds unfold a sparkling saltwater pool and spa, fire pit, spacious heated loggia, and shaded pergola dining room with media, heaters and barbecue. Other highlights: a chef ’s kitchen, wine cellar with dining and tasting room, separate staff quarters, private motor court and a four-car garage.
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Listings A TIMELESS ESTATE IN THE HEIGHT OF LUXURIOUS CRYSTAL COVE, BESTOWING CRYSTALLINE VISTAS EXTENDING AS FAR AS THE EYE CAN SEE, IMMEDIATELY OFFERS A SENSE OF PLACE AND SERENITY.
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Crystal Cove’s most noteworthy new custom estate, situated out on the point at the highest elevations within the community, and with views stretching from whitewater to Abalone Point and Newport Harbor. Sited on an exceptionally large, 23,000-square-foot private lot at the end of a cul-de-sac, this masterpiece by renowned Haigh Builders artfully blends classic European exteriors with soft contemporary interiors, creating the ultimate ambiance for elegant living and entertaining. The estate features an instant sense of place, evocative of a timeless coastal Italian villa, creating an impressive arrival with a grand motor court and soaring double-height foyer with gallery that immediately reveals the dramatic views it indulges. Employing only the finest imported European materials, including iron and glass doors from Switzerland, French oak floors and exotic marble from Italy, the sophisticatedly designed residence encompasses approximately 12,800 square feet. Highlights include an incredible master wing with sitting room, fireplace, harbor views, expansive terrace and beautiful spa bathing suite; a grand-scaled great room with living room, fireplace, dining room, breakfast room and spectacular double chef-grade kitchens; and a lower level with theater, fitness, wine dining room, full bar, wine cellar.
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C RYS TA L COV E CUS TO M S , NE W P O RT COA S T 41T I D E WATC H .CO M $2 3 , 8 5 0 ,0 0 0 6 B ED RO O MS 8 BAT HS 12, 826 SQ. F T.
Sited on an exceptionally large, 23,000-square-foot private lot ... this masterpiece by Haigh Builders artfully blends classic European exteriors with soft contemporary interiors
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REAL ESTATE | Pelican Crest
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PELIC A N C RES T, NE W P O RT COA S T 15S A I LC RES T.CO M $15 ,0 0 0 ,0 0 0 6 B ED RO O MS 10 BAT HS 12,18 4 SQ. F T.
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15 Sailcrest RODEO DR E A M Located on the front row of one of Newport Coast’s most exclusive private neighborhoods in Pelican Crest, this estate abounds with luxurious amenities throughout. With views stretching past Newport Harbor, up the California coastline to Palos Verdes all the way to Catalina with year-round sunsets in the backdrop, this home epitomizes the best in coastal California resort living. Built by famed custom homebuilders Rodeo Homes, and at over 12,000 square feet, the estate boasts six bedroom suites and 10 baths. Enter the grand two-story foyer to greet the office/library and formal living room. Down the great hall, what remains on the main floor is the media room, informal living room with sunken bar, formal dining room, gourmet kitchen with breakfast nook, guest suite and powder room. The top floor is upper echelon, with the master retreat, secondary bedrooms and secondary laundry room. The lower subterranean level hosts a fullsized sport court/event space, main laundry, gym, sauna, steam shower, home theater, 2,170-squarefoot garage, and open-air courtyard. The exterior grounds showcase quality hardscapes and lush landscapes, all surrounded by unparalleled views.
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REAL ESTATE | Pelican Hill
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5 Premiere Point PELIC A N HILL , NE W P O RT COA S T 5 P REM I EREP O I N T.CO M $12 ,0 0 0 ,0 0 0 5 B ED RO O MS 6 BAT HS 8 ,524 SQ. F T.
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POSI T I V E LY PR E M I ER Located within Newport Coast’s exclusive private neighborhood of Pelican Hill, and prominently positioned off one of the community’s most coveted ocean view streets, 5 Premiere Point represents the finest in Southern California resort living. Once past the home’s courtyard gates, past a detached two-story guest house that leads to the palatial foyer and entry to the finely appointed backyard showcasing sweeping views of Pacific Ocean, Newport Harbor and Catalina resting in the backdrop, one finds quality and craftsmanship around every corner. At 8,524 square feet with five beds and six baths, this estate hosts every amenity that one might desire. The main level flaunts formal living and dining with pocket doors to the front courtyard, an executive office with private patio, guest suite, 1,143-square-foot garage, laundry, powder room, chef ’s kitchen with breakfast nook and expansive great room with fireplace, bar, and ocean facing pocket doors leading to the backyard. An oversized spa bathroom, large walk-in closet, sitting area with fireplace and folding doors leading to a massive covered ocean view terrace comprise the master retreat on the upper level, which also houses a common area study/lounge space, theater room, and two secondary bedroom suites. Outside, gracing the property’s grounds, are premium hardscapes as well as lush mature landscapes, water features, courtyards, fireplaces, outdoor dining, a covered barbecue pavilion, infinityedge pool and spa, and beautiful views—as far as the eye can see.
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REAL ESTATE | Pelican Hill
1 Rim Ridge PELIC A N HILL , NE W P O RT COA S T
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COA S TA L COU T U R E Located at the end of a cold cul-desac on the front row of Newport Coast’s much-pursued private enclave Pelican Hill, this five-bedroom, eight-bathroom estate embraces endless views of the Pacific Ocean and Newport Harbor with Catalina resting in the backdrop. The main floor is a study in grace, with every possible distinction of luxury: a grand two-story foyer with wrap-around
staircase, two bedroom suites, a powder room, wine cellar, formal living room, wet bar, billiards room, expansive garage, laundry, finely appointed kitchen, breakfast nook and informal living space with pocket doors to coax the outdoors in. The second floor is equally smashing, accommodating three bedrooms including the master retreat, with its closets for his and her wardrobes
and a bathroom evoking the finest spa. Also lush, the exterior space features a glory of gardens, exquisite hardscapes, a barbecue area, and fountains with covered loggias and lounge areas that all orbit the estate’s pool and spa. Combined with extraordinary views, these private grounds are sanctuary itself. The owner will consider a lease option, given mutually agreed upon terms.
1R I M R I D G E .CO M | $35 ,0 0 0 / M O. (L E A S E ) 6 B ED RO O MS 7 BAT HS 9, 4 0 6 SQ. F T.
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PELIC A N HILL , NE W P O RT COA S T 4 S A I LV I E W.CO M | $7, 20 0 ,0 0 0 5 B ED RO O MS 8 BAT HS 8 ,070 SQ. F T.
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Nestled in Newport Coast’s highly desired and private gated community of Pelican Hill, this palatial estate exudes the Southern California resort lifestyle, with its 7,360-square-foot residence adorned with fine finishes and stonework throughout. Perched on a generous lot of over 17,000 square feet, the home indulges canyon views evoking Tuscan hillsides, sports five bedroom suites and six-and-a-half baths, and embraces formal and informal living spaces, an executive two-story office/library, a chef’s kitchen, grand two-story foyer with domed ceiling, breakfast nook, second-story living space, subterranean garage, billiards room, gym, and wine cellar. Outside, amongst mature foliage and carefully crafted hardscapes, is a pool, Jacuzzi, water features, outdoor fireplace, and barbecue pavilion/ covered loggia.
REAL ESTATE | Cyrstal Cove Customs
Immersed in sunsets year-round, this home looks out over the sparkling sea by day and to the city lights at night
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C Y R S TA L COV E CUS TOM S , NE W P O RT COA S T 11C L E A RWAT ER .CO M $2 3 ,0 0 0 ,0 0 0 7 B ED RO O MS 11 BAT HS 12,6 81 SQ. F T.
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11 Clear Water S T Y L E , BY T H E SE A Crafted by master builder Rodeo Homes in the highly attractive and private gated community of Crystal Cove, this estate is a work of art. With handfinished details and thoughtful design elements, the seven-bedroom, 12-bath residence offers a state-ofthe-art twist on classical architecture. Exploiting its true western orientation, and immersed in sunsets year-round, the home’s sprawling 21,220-squarefoot lot looks out over the sparkling sea by day and to the city lights at night. The real beauty is in the details: artisan craftsmanship and builtin convenience around every corner. Picture professional-caliber Thermador appliances, a laundry room with granite finishes, temperaturecontrolled wine cellar, private gym, sound studio, high-end theater, central control system and subterranean garage—accoutrements that not only make life easier, but infinitely more beautiful too. Enjoy downtime in the entertainment area or private home theater, or retire to the lavish master retreat to indulge in a steam shower, spa bath, relaxing living area and gorgeous promenade with stunning views. This magnificent estate by the sea captures the mild temperatures and temperaments of Southern California—a home where you’re never far from the water.
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REAL ESTATE | Pelican Hill
7 Sunset Vista T H E L IGH T FA N TA S T IC
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Placed at the end of one of Pelican Hills’ most coveted streets, this estate represents endless opportunities. Located on a 22,128-squarefoot lot within the private gated community of Newport Coast, the exceptional residence offers five bedrooms and four full and two half baths, with more than 6,000 square feet of livable square footage and approved floor plans to expand to the maximum building. From the lush walkways of the front courtyard into the soaring grand foyer introduces the epitome of refined California coastal living. Throughout are fine stone and wood appointments, all suite bedrooms, finely appointed bathrooms and breathtaking views over the tiled pool of the Pacific Ocean and Catalina. To truly appreciate this striking property is to only assess its attributes in person.
PELIC A N HILL NE W P O RT COA S T 7SU N S E T V I S TA .CO M $6 , 2 0 0 ,0 0 0 5 B ED RO O MS 6 BAT HS 6,0 02 SQ. F T. R E P R E S E N T E D BY
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3 Rim Ridge PELIC A N HILL , NE W P O RT COA S T 3 R I M R I D G E .CO M | $20 ,9 0 0 ,0 0 0 6 B ED RO O MS 9 BAT HS 11, 4 0 0 SQ. F T.
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CL A SSIC A L E X PR E SSION Basking in the brilliance of its unimpeded front row span—an impressive 225 feet— this ultra-private retreat exalts the views of Catalina, the bay, city lights, canyons, and the famed golf courses of Pelican Hill. The glories of this Neoclassical home, which rests on a 29,000-square-foot lot, are boundless, with six suites and nine baths on an impressive 11,400-square-foot envelope and an additional 1,700 square feet of protected decks and loggias. Lavishly appointed with the finest inlaid limestone, marble, granite, rock crystal chandeliers, ornamental ironwork, wood paneling, molding, and detailed ceilings, the interior speaks to a bygone era of artisanship. Completing this personal resort are fountains, an oversized infinity-edge pool, and spa. Hidden is a half sports court, with a separate fenced entrance to the large subterranean garage, all set off the entertainment area, finished with a full theater. Separate entrances to the library office with rolling rails and guest quarters on the main level promise an exciting new chapter of life.
REAL ESTATE | Pelican Crest
This home represents the perfect intersection of architecture, design, and technology, with ocean and harbor views
11 Pelican Vista R A DI A N T V I E W
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A modern masterwork in Newport Coast, 11 Pelican Vista represents the perfect intersection of architecture, design, and technology, with ocean and harbor views ideally complementing a contemporary interior, featuring a spacious floor plan and abundant natural light. The light filling this stunning home is exactly what defines it: from the thousandcrystal chandelier that dominates the massive entryway to the customizable LED system subtly installed in every room. Crestron panels throughout offer intuitive control of the light, raising and lowering shades, changing colors and setting custom profiles with ease. Amplifying the lighting effect are gleaming white finishes and premium materials on every surface that create an incomparable meeting of modernity and luxury. Bang & Olufsen multimedia equipment in every zone of the home present a procession of amazing audiovisual experiences from room to room. Miele appliances and Dornbracht fixtures complete the sense of pervasive luxury that make this estate so unforgettably radiant.
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PELIC A N C RES T, NE W P O RT COA S T 11P EL I C A N V I S TA .CO M $13 ,9 8 0 ,0 0 0 4 B ED RO O MS 9 BAT HS 7,6 4 4 SQ. F T.
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REAL ESTATE | Newport Beach
SHOR E L I N E S Currently configured as a duplex, this rare, off-market oceanfront redevelopment opportunity sits on a coveted and scenic stretch of Seashore Drive between 50th and 51st Streets. Beckoning with direct beach access, uninterrupted views of the Pacific Ocean and Catalina Island, and a “toes in the sand” locale, this prospect is simply unmissable.
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5007 Seashore PENINSULA POINT, NE W P O RT BE ACH $ 4 , 8 0 0 ,0 0 0
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18 Canyon Rim PELIC A N HILL , NE W P O RT COA S T
Listings N E W PORT PA L ACE Located in Newport Coast’s gated Pelican Hill community, this palatial estate, positioned at the end of a cul-de-sac, offers the utmost privacy, amenities and unique amount of space between neighboring properties on either side. Past the front gates and courtyard/motor court is the grandeur of the home’s sprawling two-story open foyer with wraparound staircase that leads to the formal dining room, living room adorned with cast fireplace and rich wood-clad library. At approximately 8,000 square feet, the home offers four bedroom suites and five-and-a-half baths. The main level hosts an updated gourmet kitchen and butler’s pantry, ocean view media/lounge space, sunken bar, wine cellar, indoor pool, laundry, and three-car garage. The upper level contains the master retreat, two bedroom suites and landing overlooking the foyer. Exquisite hardscapes, an outdoor dining/barbecue area and lush landscaping introduce unparalleled views of the Pacific Ocean and year-round sunsets with Catalina resting in the backdrop.
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REAL ESTATE | Pelican Hill
12 Fairway Point T H E BU T T ER FLY EFFEC T Villa Papillon (Butterfly Villa) is perhaps one of Pelican Hill’s most inspiring estates. Spanning an exceptionally private double lot for 228 feet of prime view frontage, this residential masterpiece captures views stretching from Newport Harbor to Catalina to Palos Verdes. Live and entertain on a grand scale—indoors and on the expansive grounds—in spaces evocative of the world’s finest hotels. Every finish and fixture has been hand-selected for lasting quality and beauty, from Murano glass chandeliers, opalescent Venetian plaster and rare blue slab onyx to 24K gold Sherle Wagner faucets and Greek Thassos marble with pearl inlays. Exquisitely light and bright, the estate home highlights a red velvet-upholstered, state-ofthe-art theater; cabana room inspired by the Polo Lounge at the Beverly Hills Hotel; a beautifully appointed cocktail and cigar bar, and a breathtaking master wing with full spa bathing suite and dual designer-boutique influenced dressing rooms. The grounds include an abundance of covered, heated loggias with media amenities and fireplace, pool, spa, koi pond, play area, volleyball court, outdoor pavilion kitchen and dining area. An elevator and subterranean 3,570-square-foot finished showroom garage complete this iconic property.
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PELIC A N HILL , NE W P O RT COA S T T W ELV EFA I RWAY P O I N T.CO M $33 ,9 0 0 ,0 0 0 7 B ED RO O MS 9 BAT HS 13,532 SQ. F T.
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1 Via Brezza PELICAN HEIGHTS, NE W P O RT COA S T 1V I A B RE Z Z A .CO M $5 , 8 9 5 ,0 0 0 4 B ED RO O MS 5 BAT HS 5,0 4 8 SQ. F T.
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T H E H EIGH T OF S T Y L E This contemporary Mediterranean in the private, gate-guarded community of Pelican Heights (formerly Montecito) embraces panoramic sunset, ocean and Newport Harbor views. The stunning estate also commands the large end of a cul-de-sac lot and features elegant formal living at its finest, with quality materials and craftsmanship throughout. Along with dining rooms and a generous family room with custom-built entertainment center and fireplace is a contemporary gourmet
kitchen with island. A pinnacle of this property is the five-star master suite featuring a sophisticated sitting area with fireplace, lavish master bath and expanded his-and-her closets with a mirrored fashion area. The exterior is as splendid as the interior, with a covered custom outdoor California entertainment patio flaunting a fireplace, big-screen television, chef ’s barbecue grill, full-service bar, and patio heaters. Lastly, the heated designer pool cuts a particularly striking figure.
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CRYSTAL COVE CUSTOMS, NE W P O RT COA S T $ 4 ,75 0 ,0 0 0 (LOT )
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6 Coastline CUS TOM CR E AT ION Representing one of the last opportunities to create a coastal custom dream home within the private enclave of Newport Coast’s coveted community Crystal Cove, 6 Coastline expresses life as it was meant to be lived—gloriously. Prominently positioned, this approximately 23,627-square-foot lot offers spectacular views of the Pacific, Catalina and Abalone Point in the foreground. Another particularly desirable aspect of this parcel is that it comes with custom plans by acclaimed architect Brion Jeannette. These plans offer a stunning perspective to what might be.
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REAL ESTATE | Pelican Crest
7 Pelican Vista PELIC A N C RES T, NE W P O RT COA S T
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M I L L ION-DOL L A R M A S T ER PI ECE Arguably the finest estate publicly offered in the Newport Coast, 7 Pelican Vista is a masterwork of timeless beauty and design around every corner to complement unparalleled views of Newport Harbor, California coastline, and the Pacific Ocean with Catalina in the backdrop. At just over 11,600 square feet—plus 3,000 square feet of covered loggias—the estate is positioned on a peninsula lot that measures nearly 30,000 square feet. It boasts five full suites, 11 bathrooms and every amenity that one could wish for. Entering the estate’s front gates through sunken Italian gardens transports one to the most private property in the community. Throughout: custom millwork, fine wood, stone flooring, and exquisite, artisan-crafted molding. Adorned with authentic antiques and bespoke furnishing, artifacts and art, this property appeals to the most discerning clientele. The grounds offer amenities from the JBL Home theater, billiards room and multiple spas to heated floors, automated shades, and state-of-the-art security system, to name a few. To fully comprehend the quality and craftsmanship of this estate, it must be viewed with the naked eye.
7P EL I C A N V I S TA .CO M | $3 4 ,0 0 0 ,0 0 0 6 B ED RO O MS 9 BAT HS 11,6 05 SQ. F T.
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REAL ESTATE | Irvine Cove
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2553 Monaco I RV INE COV E, L AGUN A BE ACH $14 ,9 9 5 ,0 0 0 5 B ED RO O MS 6 BAT HS 6,0 0 0 SQ. F T.
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QUA L I T Y OF L IFE Designed with a timeless aesthetic and restrained palette, this finely-crafted residence by renowned architect Carlton Graham features extensive use of limestone, timber, and plaster throughout. The approximately 6,000-square-foot, five-bedroom, six-bathroom is beautifully situated on a spacious corner lot and lives primarily on a single level, with all bedroom suites here. The kitchen, family room, and master bedroom all open through walls of glass to a vanishing edge pool and spa—and overlook both Emerald Bay promontory and the sea. A generous wine room, elegant theater with fireplace, and fitness room are fixtures of the lower level. Well-manicured mature gardens encapsulate the property and further enhance the already idyllic, resort-like setting. A rooftop terrace accompanies the inviting outdoor space and lends itself as the perfect spot to sunbathe or view the community’s Fourth of July fireworks display. Meanwhile, the utterly private and picturesque Irvine Cove beach is just steps away and, like this address, truly has no equal.
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REAL ESTATE | Crystal Cove Customs
8 Midsummer CRYSTAL COVE CUSTOMS, NEWPORT COAST
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M IDSU M M ER SPL E NDOR On one of the best ocean view lots in Crystal Cove, this Northern Italian-inspired custom estate, designed by renowned architectural firm EBTA, is due for completion in spring 2019. But the opportunity to involve oneself in the project now is prime. At over 13,000 square feet of living space on three levels, the home offers six bedrooms and 10 baths. The main level consists of a grand living/ dining salon with a towering ceiling; a gourmet kitchen and morning room that open to a massive great room with panoramic views; a gracious guest suite, office/library,
second kitchen, sizable butler’s pantry and teen room. The upper level offers an expansive master suite with dual baths and closets; three additional bedroom suites; and a secondary laundry room. The subterranean level includes a large entertainment space with bar and wine cellar; home theater; gym; nanny/housekeeping suite; large primary laundry room; and eight-car garage. Outside, the loggia overlooks a beautiful pool, spa and cabana, and features spectacular ocean, harbor, Catalina Island, city lights, sunsets and other coastal views all the way to Palos Verdes.
8 M I DSU M M ER .CO M | $24 ,9 5 0 ,0 0 0 6 B ED RO O MS 10 BAT HS 13,0 0 0 SQ. F T.
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CAPISTRANO BLUFFS, DA N A P O IN T $1, 3 0 0 ,0 0 0 3 B ED RO O MS 2 BAT HS 1, 811 SQ. F T.
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34795 Camino Capistrano Listings M A X I M U M POT EN T I A L Enveloped by mature and meticulously maintained hedges, extensively renovated single-level home sits in the highly desirable seaside community of Capistrano Bluffs. The well-landscaped front and rear courtyards that frame this chic beach house help create what is a truly private enclave with multiple indoor and outdoor entertaining options. The highly upgraded open floor plan centers on the spacious family room and kitchen, which features Quartz countertops and Viking appliances. Exposed whitewashed timber ceilings lead to bedroom wings flanking both ends of the approximately 1,820-square-foot, three-bedroom, two-bath home. As this is a centrally located address, Pines Park is only a handful of houses away while Capistrano, Doheny, and Salt Creek beaches as well as Pacific Coast Highway, Interstates 5 and 405, and 73 Toll Road, are all within minutes. Making this home even more special and certainly not-to-be-missed is the potential to add a second level with views of the Pacific.
REAL ESTATE | Pelican Crest
1 Shoreridge SE A TO SHOR E Welcome to this exemplary estate in exclusive, guard-gated Pelican Crest, one showcasing the finest of Southern California’s soughtafter lifestyle. Reminiscent of a fine resort, the grounds include meticulously manicured landscaping, a stunning infinity edge pool with connected wading pool, separate spa, and an entertainer’s dream barbecue area with a swimup bar and bar seating. Other outdoor amenities include a peaceful koi pond with tranquil cascading water feature, built-in fireplace, fire pit, putting green, and vast views overlooking the coastline, city lights, and Catalina on the horizon of the sparkling Pacific Ocean. Inside the estate is a custom chef ’s kitchen complete with professional-grade appliances, bespoke cabinetry, and a large island with eat-in bar seating, integrating seamlessly with the living and entertaining spaces. The upper level hosts an office, home gym, and the unparalleled master retreat, which features a sitting area, private terrace with built-in fireplace, spa, and seating, generously appointed walk-in closet, and a spa-like master bathroom, complete with dualheaded shower, separate therapeutic tub, and his and hers sinks and vanities. This remarkable estate culminates with a motor court, four-car garage, wine room, bonus room with integrated bar, and amazing location to the world-class offerings of Orange County.
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PELIC A N C RES T, NE W P O RT COA S T 1S H O RER I D G E .CO M $18 ,0 0 0 ,0 0 0 5 B ED RO O MS 7 BAT HS 9, 4 62 SQ. F T.
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REAL ESTATE | Newport Beach
1801 Bayadere CORONA DEL MAR, NE W P O RT BE ACH
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V ISION S TAT E M EN T Seize the rare opportunity to live atop one of the most desired waterfront views in Corona del Mar. There are three bedrooms and three-and-one-half baths encompassed within this estate’s nearly 3,700 square feet of living space—outdoors is approximately 113 linear feet of unobstructed frontage showcasing incredible vistas of the California coastline, from Newport Beach Harbor and Balboa Pavilion all the way to Catalina Island. The home,
which has been in the same family for several generations and has experienced many heartfelt celebrations of life, is just waiting to become a cherished dream home for a new generation. The property truly captures the essence of classic Spanish architecture with its authentic attention to detail, but if you have a different artistic vision for the oversized lot, this is your chance to complete entirely new construction from the ground up.
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BALBOA ISLAND, NE W P O RT BE ACH 808SOUTHBAYFRONT.COM $ 8 ,0 0 0 ,0 0 0 3 B ED RO O MS 4 BAT HS 2,3 0 6 SQ. F T.
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808 South Bay Front ISL A ND E XCLUSI V E Situated on the coveted waterfront of Newport’s famed Balboa Island, this stunning three-story home offers a distinctly luxurious lifestyle as well as spellbinding views of the bay, including the Pavilion, which are enjoyed throughout the residence. For an entirely different view, a weatherproof HD TV, which can be easily raised and lowered with the push of a button, graces the home’s elaborate rooftop deck, as does a full kitchen with endless amenities. Three additional balconies promise even more in the way of indoor/outdoor living, while two additional kitchens—one for everyday use, and another for catering chefs—render the home a dream for the epicurean. Also featured are a total of three bedrooms, including the decadent master suite, complete with hidden electric shades in both the bedroom and bathroom, a fireplace, surround sound, two walk-in closets and a private balcony, promising the utmost in comfort and relaxation. Custom leaded glass windows, floors clad in quarter-inch red oak planks and limestone, a charming office with custom lighted cabinetry, and an elevator servicing all three levels are just a few select elements that contribute to make this residence one-of-a-kind. A large storage room on the roof deck further elevates the home to yet another level of convenience and practicality.
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REAL ESTATE | Crystal Cove Customs
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One of coastal Orange County’s landmark properties, this complete package spans more than 3/4 of an acre and offers 325-plus feet of prime view frontage in exclusive Crystal Cove Custom Estates. Designed and built in grand European tradition, with interiors finished in the finest, handcrafted custom materials, the residence graces a private lot at the end of a quiet lane and embraces six bedrooms, eight and three half-bathrooms, as well as magnificent panoramas stretching from the coastline, across the Pacific, to Catalina Island. Posted on the only true from row street of Del Mar, and set within resort-inspired grounds, the approximately 15,000-square-foot residence offers three levels of refined entertaining and living space including a spectacular master bedroom suite with two ocean-view terraces and a spa bath. Other interior highlights include a library, wine cellar and tasting room, fitness center, full bar and director’s theater, and amenities from an infinity pool and spa, heated loggias, and a fire pit to a full outdoor pavilion with bar, fireplace, kitchen and media features. Finally, is an elevator, smart home technology and a subterranean showcase garage, all of which help make this home an address to envy.
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37 Del Mar C RYS TA L COV E CUS TO M S , NE W P O RT COA S T 37D EL M A R .CO M | $2 9,9 9 8 ,0 0 0 6 B ED RO O MS 11 BAT HS 15,0 0 0 SQ. F T.
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REAL ESTATE | Irvine
124 Canyon Creek
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BEH I ND T H E G AT E S One of the last lots available in the exclusive Shady Canyon community is a flat lot on over a half-acre to build your own private estate with canyon and hill views. Consider this location coveted: at the end of Canyon Creek and close to the cul-de-sac with no through traffic, for a truly tranquil setting. Private and social memberships
that can be purchased separately provide access to Shady Canyon’s private country club, fitness center and Tom Fazio-designed, 18-hole golf course, arguably one of the best courses in all of Southern California. Community amenities include two 24-hour guard gates and roving security, a resort-style pool, hiking trails, tennis courts,
and children’s playground area. This private enclave also boasts the award-winning Irvine schools. Its proximity of mere minutes to worldclass shopping, Newport Beach and John Wayne Airport makes this private neighborhood one of the most premier in the region. Come build your dream home and enjoy a dream life in Shady Canyon.
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6361 Dogwood SE EK I NG SE ACL IFF This beautiful single-level Saint Augustine 1 home in the Seacliff area has every advantage, not the least of which is a great gated neighborhood for taking a bike ride to the beach or a walk across the street to a community pool and hot tub. The home’s more than $150K in upgrades include Richard Marshall hardwood floors throughout, a gourmet kitchen with gorgeous, marble-honed countertops, a walk-in pantry, top-of-the-line appliances, and breakfast counter. The home includes a large master bedroom featuring a standalone tub and shower with a walk-in closet, a second bedroom for guests, and a third room as an office/bedroom option. With high ceilings and crown molding throughout and natural light to welcome one home every day, a gated private entry into a courtyard, French doors, a built-in wine cooler, inside laundry, and central air conditioning, this already highly desired property is made even more so with its location in the Seacliff Elementary School district.
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HUN T INGTO N HA RBO R , HUN T INGTO N BE ACH $1, 35 0 ,0 0 0 3 B ED RO O MS 2 BAT HS 1,78 3 SQ. F T.
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REAL ESTATE | Newport Beach
34 Belcourt
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COU RT I NG E L EG A NCE Nestled in Newport Beach’s private gated Belcourt community, this near 3,500-square-foot home has been completely updated with the finest in stone, cabinetry, lighting fixtures, flooring, and finishes, leaving no detail overlooked. Through the private gated front courtyard, one enters the grand two-story foyer with wrap-around staircase and is lured into the open floor plan main living room with a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace and dining room. Also gracing the ground floor is a media room (or possible third bedroom with bathroom), powder room,
two-car garage and gourmet kitchen appointed with only top-tier appliances. The upper level reveals the master retreat with a study, Juliet balcony, and exotic stoneclad master bathroom with walk-in shower and soaking tub, walk-in master closet and secondary bedroom suite. The rear courtyard and deck bring the outside in with expansive outdoor dining and lounge area, beautiful landscaping, mature trees offering year-round shade, and direct access to Belcourt communal open areas seconds away from the community pool.
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PORT STREETS, NE W P O RT BE ACH 2032PORTBRISTOLCIRCLE.COM $3 ,79 9,0 0 0 5 B ED RO O MS 5 BAT HS 4,395 SQ. F T.
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2032 Port Bristol Listings CU R B A PPE A L This Port Street neighborhood home is not long for the listing, offering a great floor plan that graces the downstairs with formal living and formal dinning, a built-in wine fridge, laundry room with chute, wet bar, powder room, butler’s pantry, and large guest suite. The kitchen boasts top-of-the-line, chef-level appliances, like a Wolf six-burner double oven range and built-in Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer, plus gorgeous Calcutta Gold countertops, all open to the family room with bar seating at the center island. The family room with Carracus Blue Limestone fireplace is the place to unwind; it opens to a meticulously landscaped backyard complete with a barbecue area and a fire pit with built-in seating to warm up on chilly nights. Upstairs is an incredible master suite with a large sitting area, Turkish Carrara white marble fireplace, and custom shelving and cabinets. The master bath is a gleaming achievement with Bardiglio Imperial marble countertops and a todie-for master closet. Sharing the upstairs are an additional three bedrooms, one with a full bath, and all with Turkish Carrera marble countertops, as well as a large bonus room ideal for kids.
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REAL ESTATE | Newport Coast
17 Water Port CRYSTAL COVE, NE W P O RT COA S T 17 WAT ER P O R T.CO M $6 , 8 5 0 ,0 0 0 4 B ED RO O MS 5 BAT HS 4,65 0 SQ. F T.
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W H I T E H AU T E Contemporary architecture that opens to stunning ocean and canyon views on a rare lot situated in the desirable Newport Mesa school district makes for an equally desirable opportunity to indulge the resort lifestyle. This newly-constructed residence, designed by famed architect Bob White on one of the largest lots within the development at just over 17,570 square feet, encompasses approximately 4,650 square feet. Its highly-sought, open-concept design is also substantial,
with a ground floor master bedroom, secondary ground floor master, two additional upper level guest suites, an open living room, dining room with dual Sub-Zero wine cellars, laundry, breakfast nook and office. The gourmet kitchen features a stunning oversized quartztopped island, state-of-the-art Wolf, Bosch and Sub-Zero appliances, custom cabinetry/storage and premium fixtures. Elements of the home’s stylish, traditional design features upgrades throughout,
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including soaring wood beamed ceilings, marble and quartzite counter tops, hard wood and stone flooring, along with a SST security system, Savant Home Automation and SONOS surround sound. Floor-to-ceiling retractable doors open the kitchen and living room to a vast outdoor entertaining space, which boasts lush landscaping and finely appointed hardscapes and grounds with loggias, ocean view lounge areas, sprawling lawns and a pebble tech pool with Jacuzzi.
CRYSTAL COVE, NE W P O RT COA S T 64T WILIGHTBLUFF.COM $11,9 5 0 / M O. (L E A S E ) 4 B ED RO O MS 4 BAT HS 4, 20 0 SQ. F T.
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64 Twilight Bluff LOF T Y A M BI T ION Perched on a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, this Crystal Cove residence with private pool offers panoramic views and gorgeous sunsets from a premier location. The award-winning floor plan includes a large great room, gourmet kitchen with walk-in pantry and breakfast nook, and formal dining room/bonus room adjacent to a private interior courtyard with fireplace. An interior bedroom suite and detached guest casita are also thoughtfully located on the ground level. The spacious master suite occupies the entire second and third levels, the latter also including a loft with 360-degree views and a detached space that could be used as an office, bonus room or fourth bedroom. Guard-gated Crystal Cove, meanwhile, offers recreation, entertaining, and meetings at the 2.5-acre Canyon Club. There are also four parks and numerous hiking trails. Outside of the community gates, within a short walk of this home, is Crystal Cove Promenade. Just across PCH, access Crystal Cove State Beach on foot via a secure association gate. M|W|A QUARTERLY
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PHILANTHROPY | COVENANT HOUSE
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It’s an opportunity for our young people to be around people who have had some success, who can share their stories and share love in a really positive way. -Bill Bedrossian, on the benefits of Covenant House California volunteers
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Independence Movement Words by Constance Dunn
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ive a man a fish, it’s said, and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish, and you feed him for a lifetime. In the case of Covenant House, the nonprofit that for over 40 years has helped nearly 80,000 homeless young people a year, the saying could be: Teach at-risk youth important life skills, and you’ll help house them for a lifetime.
Philanthropy - Covenant House
Founded in the 1970s in New York City, Covenant House has since expanded to 31 locations, primarily in the United States. The largest organization of its kind in the nation, Covenant House is currently in the midst of a rapid expansion plan, and Orange County is on their radar. “There is no one serving those 18- to 24-yearold young people who are experiencing homelessness, at least from the perspective of providing them with housing,” says Bill Bedrossian, CEO of Covenant House California, of the nonprofit’s California locations. Covenant House California is a 24/7 operation, with doors open to youth in crisis needing immediate shelter, as well as those seeking longer term, transitional housing. In addition, the nonprofit has developed a comprehensive body of services—from job training to substance abuse counseling—to support youth from all walks of life, with the objective of freeing them from homelessness forever. This goal, however, requires much more than putting a roof over a young person’s head. “We take a holistic approach when we talk about healing with young people,” says Bedrossian. “First and foremost we are talking about basic needs, such as their physical health. But then also their mental health, as well as their spiritual well-being. For a lot of young people, that’s an important part of who they are, and who they want to be.” covenanthousecalifornia.org
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Charlotte Gadbois & Brad Cogswell
MWA Q&A with Covenant House California CEO, Bill Bedrossian (left, clockwise) Covenant House CEO Bill Bedrossian with Oprah Winfrey, staff and friends; Precise Barber College, founded by Gabe Torres (r) in collaboration with Covenant House California; educational programs are an essential part of Covenant House's support. (this page, clockwise) Red-carpet cheers for Covenant House; basketball star Steph Curry surprises youth at Covenant House in Oakland; prayer, spiritual development and the arts are alive at Covenant House.
What are some of Covenant House’s biggest successes? We’ve got a 40-year track record, as well as some really well-developed best practices that we know work. We know that 92 percent of the young people that move through our program, to the transitional housing and end up independent—stay independent. We feel proud of what we do and we know that it works with young people.
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Is Covenant House involved with victims of human trafficking?
The reality is homeless youth are the most vulnerable population to human trafficking. That’s not specific to L.A. County or anywhere else in the country; it’s also happening in Orange County. About one out of every four young people that we work with tells us about experiences of being trafficked—primarily sex trafficking, but also labor trafficking—while they’re homeless.
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How does Covenant House receive funding? We are primarily funded through the goodness of people’s hearts, as well as some very generous corporations and foundations. We’re excited to be able to provide service in Orange County because of a lot of our support comes from really generous people in Orange County, and they are very excited to support something right in their backyard. What should potential volunteers know? What I think is so unique about how we ask people to volunteer is, we tell people: ‘Whatever you love to do, please come do that with our young people.’ It can be playing basketball, playing board games, doing Bible studies or teaching financial literacy. Anything. It’s an opportunity for our young people to be around people who have had some success, who can share their stories and share love in a really positive way.
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FINAL VIEW 41 SOUTH SUR NEWPORT COAST SOLD FOR $8,350,000
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REX M c KOWN REPRESENTED BUYER
MICHAELA M c CLOSKEY
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