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FANTASTIC HILL SECTION VIEW HOME 1030 1ST STREET, MANHATTAN BEACH Built as a custom residence for the developer, this spectacular French Mediterranean home, designed by Louis Tomaro, offers unblockable panoramic Catalina and Coastline views from the summit of the Hill Section. You will love this home from the minute you enter. • • • • • • • • • • • •
5 Bedrooms with 4.5 Baths 4,300 Square Feet of Living Space Gleaming Walnut-stained Plank-cut Hardwood Floors throughout the Upper Living Level Formal Living Room/Library with Lovely Bookshelves, Cabinets, and a cozy fireplace Formal Dining Room with Beautifully Appointed Butler’s Pantry Leading to the Kitchen The Great Room has Large Windows that Bring in the Massive Ocean Views The Stark White Wood Cabinets with Granite Counters in the Island Kitchen seem to Float Above the Dark Hardwood Floors French Doors Lead to a 400 Sq. Ft. Sundeck from which to Enjoy some of the Best Views You May Ever See All the Bedrooms are Spacious and have Plenty of Closet Space The Lower Family Room Leads out to a Wonderful Back Yard Complete with Private In-ground Spa and Bar and BBQ Area Eight Foot Doors, Crown Molding, Stunning Specialty Finishes 3-car Garage Plus Bonus Workout Room
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Offered at $3,295,122 www.1030FirstStreet.com OPEN HOUSE SEPTEMBER 23RD 1-4 PM
RobertFreedman 310-291-7779
exceeding expectations in your neighborhood
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30 Year Fixed, NO Points, 4.125% (4.144% APR), $1,500,0001 New Payment: Payments 1-360: $7,287 30 Year Fixed, NO Points, 3.375% (3.442% APR), $417,0002 New Payment: Payments 1-360: $1,859 Payment examples do not include taxes and insurance; actual payment will be greater. Example #1 assumes a loan of $1,500,000 loan amount financed at the rate, APR, term noted above at maximum 80% loan-to-value, 34% DTI, with a 740 credit score and 1 year prepayment penalty may apply. Example #2 assumes a purchase or refinance loan of $417,000 loan amount financed at the rate, APR, term noted above at maximum 75% loan-to-value, 45% DTI, with a 740 credit score and no prepayment penalty. Nothing herein is or should be interpreted as a commitment to lend. All loans are subject to credit and property approval. Rate and Annual Percentage Rate (APR) stated above are as of 09/17/2012. The payments noted above are principal and interest payment. Terms may vary, conditions and restrictions apply. Actual rate for the loan is determined at time of rate lock based upon program and terms requested. Rates and terms are subject to change without notice. NMLS# 401422 Š2012 Bank of Manhattan, N.A.
LILY | LIANG Presents:
15 Covered Wagon Lane, Rolling Hills Estates Located within the gated neighborhood of Rolling Hills Park Estates, this home has 4,036 square feet on over a quarter acre lot with many updated amenities. With pride of ownership, the original owner has made several recent improvements such as newer: roof, air conditioning, hot water heater, pool/spa heater, wood flooring, carpeting, paint, and so much more! Fantastic floor plan with 1 bedroom downstairs, 3 up, 3.5 baths and a bonus room with a bar, wine cellar and fireplace. The large kitchen has built-in gas grill, huge cook top, new double oven, and breakfast nooks is adjacent to the family room with another built in bar, conversation area, and fireplace. The master suite features spacious bath, 2 walk-in closets, fireplace, and balcony. The resort-like backyard has mature landscaping, fruit trees, heated pool and spa, and fire pit. Community features private horse club, riding trails, tennis and paddle tennis courts, sand volleyball, and park.
$1,499,000
Palos Verdes’ Finest Homes & Estates for over 29 years!
1696 Via Coronel, Palos Verdes Estates
Unusual Luxury Estate in Rolling Hills
Secluded 9,422 sq. ft., Panoramic Ocean Views, 5 Bedrooms, 9 Baths, 2 Staff Quarters, Huge, High
12,000 sq. ft. Home, 2 Acres, 6 Bedrooms, 8 Baths & 2 Offices. Three Star Chef’s Kitchen, Huge
Ceiling Library, Wine/Cigar Cellar, Pool/Spa, 9 Car Garage, and Desirable N/S Tennis Court.
Master Suite with Sitting Area, Walk-in Closet, Fireplace, Wine Cellar, Game Room, Movie Theater.
www.ViaCoronel1696.com
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$6,500,000
$6,300,000 - Lease at $15,000 a month
65 Paseo De La Luz, Rancho Palos Verdes
1271 Via Landeta, PVE
Immaculate home features 5 Bedroom Suites, 6 Baths, and 7,985 sq. ft. of Living Space.
Over 6,800 sq. ft., Pool/Spa, Quiet Street, & Panoramic Views.
Lovely Ocean Views, Gourmet Kitchen, Library, Game Room, and Hobby Room/Studio.
One of the Lowest Price Per Square Foot in Upper Lunada Bay.
www.65PaseoDeLaLuz.com
Visit www.1271ViaLandeta.com for a Virtual Tour.
$3,950,000
$2,598,000
Terranea
Private Beach in Rancho Palos Verdes
Tennis Court Estate in PVE
The Exquisite Two-Bedroom + Den Residence Boasts about
Beautiful Ocean View Home with the only Private Beach Access
Located on New York Hill, 5 Bed, 4 Bath Home with 4,112 sq. ft.
2000 sq.ft. and Resonates with Classic California Design.
in SoCal. 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath, 1 Level Home on 8,396 sf Lot. This
Excellent Floor Plan w/ Large Balconies, Pool, Tennis Court, and
Beach Bungalow makes the Perfect Hide Away or Second Home!
Ocean Views. A Rare Opportunity for a Lease in This Area!
www.PrivateBeachInRPV.com
$1,499,000
$1,395,000
$9,500/ month
LILY | LIANG 310.373.3333 www.lilyliang.com | lily@lilyliang.com dre #00837794
JACK GILLESPIE ********* YO U R R E A L E S TAT E B R O K E R FOR 38 YEARS
112 20TH STREET - MANHATTAN BEACH Situated on a highly sought after mid-Manhattan walk street corner just steps to sand and surf, this custom designed and built traditional style home with versatile floor plan features extensive use of natural light, beautiful ocean views, grand Living and Dining Rooms, Sie Matic Kitchen with glass see-through cabinets, adjacent Family Room with wet bar, fully built-in office or second Family Room, four Bedrooms, four ocean view decks, three real masonry Fireplaces, vaulted ceilings, 3 stop elevator, hardwood and herringbone design brick floors, crown moldings, solar electric, air conditioning, large closets and built-in storage throughout house and garage. Fourth bedroom on lower level is being utilized for a portable sauna, but makes a great wine room/exercise/project room. Plenty of parking with 3 1/2 car garage spaces, plus carport + back of garages.
$4,749,000
EXPERIENCE IS EVERYTHING ********* K N OW L E D G E , P R O F E S S I O N A L I S M , U N D E R S TA N D I N G , AC C O U N TA B I L I T Y, A N D C R E AT I V I T Y
1210 5TH STREET - MANHATTAN BEACH • Ultra Private Tree Lined Street
• LARGE Lot
• Spacious Backyard with Playhouse and Eating Area • 5 Bedrooms
• 4.5 Bathrooms
• 8,500 sq ft Lot
$2,650,000
(310) 802-4344 JACK.GILLESPIE@SOUTHBAYBROKERS.COM DRE # 00426498
• 5,172 sq ft Home
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BEST VALUE IN EAST MANHATTAN 1231 SHELLEY ST, MANHATTAN BEACH List Price $1,329,000 www.JohnAltamura.com This single family home boasts 4 beds, 3 baths with 2,003 sq ft (BTV) of living space on a 5,440 sq ft corner lot. Amenities include: R
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2319 RALSTON LANE, REDONDO BEACH 4 Bed | 3 Bath | 3,078 sq. ft. of Living | 7,500 sq. ft. Lot with Full Yard! OFFERED AT $1,299,000
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418 S. LUCIA AVENUE, REDONDO BEACH 5 Bed | 4 Bath | 3,616 sq. ft. Living | 6,343 sq. ft. Lot with a Yard OFFERED AT $1,299,000
Tony Accardo Email: Tony@BeachCityTony.com • Direct: 310-855-3557 • Facebook.com/BeachCityTony.Page All information from reliable sources but not guaranteed. Buyer and Buyer’s Agent to verify.
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TONY’S BLOG This weeks data shows home values increasing while supply continues to decrease and I’m officially calling myself a broken record on this topic. Some really impressive numbers coming out of East Manhattan and Hermosa Beach this period and another surge of Buyers are entering the marketplace dealing with the incredibly low amount of inventory to choose from. Marketing properties before they go live on the MLS is becoming the new normal for agents and August closed out 10 transactions in the area sold before hitting the market (also known as ‘Pocket Listings’). Look for this trend to continue with the inventory issues and contact me to get your property exposed to our networks before they get listed!
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5 Bedrooms, 4.5 Bathrooms, 6,270 sq ft, 14,750 sq ft Lot, Queen’s Necklace, Coastline, Mountain, Redondo to Malibu, City Lights Views! Contemporary Architecture, Great Room w/ Dance Floor, Full Wet Bar, Lounge Areas, Gym, Sauna, Swimming Pool, Spa and Gazebo.
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$3,750,000
$3,295,000
$825,000
Stephen Haw 310.503.9886 Skh8828@gmail.com DRE# 0808646
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310.720.4852
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644 S. IRENA AVE, REDONDO BEACH photo may be for illustration purposes only.
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CLOSED REDONDO BEACH SALES 2011 - PRESENT 606 PASEO DE LA PLAYA - $868,000 214 S IRENA - $960,000 1719 ARMOUR LANE - $565,000 121 S GUADALUPE - $995,000 2403 CARNEGIE LN - $580,000 110 S JUANITA AVE - $485,000
202 VIA ANITA, RB $995,000
119 N LUCIA AVE, RB $699,000
644 S IRENA - $800,000
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1722 HAYNES LANE, RB $819,000
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Presenting, a one of a kind opportunity. High end remodel with high open ceilings throughout. This home was designed by a famous renowned architect. Excellent city light and Harbor view. Offering 5 bedrooms, 6.5 baths, a spacious family room, deluxe kitchen with state of the art appliances. Sitting on 2+ acres with a 1 bedroom guest house, 3 car garage plus pool and spa. Privacy and seclusion on this country estate.
View, view and more views!!! Country, private, gated, equestrian estate estimated at 8,000 sq ft. 4 Bd/4 Ba, spacious family room with fireplace and bar. Open beam ceilings through out. Oversize master suite with custom master bath. There is a basement with a game room, private office and wine cellar. This estate includes an equestrian barn with 2 stalls, plus tak room. Above the barn is an additional room with bathroom and kitchenette. A full riding ring. The beautiful landscaping with mature trees plus a full size tennis court. The view includes city lights and Queens Necklace from every major room in the house. A specially designed pool with cabana and lots of storage. There’s more!!! Call for private showing.
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$4,200,000
Gordon Inman—DRE #00446156 Keith Kelley—DRE #01810798 www.RollingHillsHomes.com TheInmanTeam@gmail.com (310) 944-5554
$7,000,000
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Spacious Gallareto country estate is picture perfect and the place you will want to call home!
With fabulous attention to detail and elegantly appointed, this spectacularly remodeled home
Loaded with charm, it has a living room with fireplace, great room, formal dining, kitchen with
has 5 bedrooms and 5 plus 2 half baths plus an office, library and art studio. It has approximately
indoor barbeque and breakfast area, large master, and loft that is used as an office but could
6,000 square feet of living space on over 6 acres, panoramic view of the Queen’s Necklace
also be a 5th bedroom. Completing the picture is the entertaining sized pool with cabana
and entire LA basin, and dramatic entertainer’s dream yard with infinity pool and spa, outdoor
bar, sauna, grassy yard, garden, plenty of room for horses, and guest house with living area,
fireplace and kitchen. It is perfectly situated on an exclusive cul-de-sac street, has a dramatic
bedroom and bath. There are hardwood floors, high wood beamed ceilings, ceiling fans, and
open floor plan with high vaulted ceilings, 4 fireplaces, distressed hardwood floors, sound
French doors. This is living the good life – plenty of room for every day living and ease of
system, fabulous stone work and infinity doors for the total indoor/outdoor lifestyle. This
entertaining in a grand style! For more information, go to www.26825Eastvale.com
home offers the total Rolling Hills experience! www.7QuailRidgeRoadNorth.com
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DIG THIS home fall furnishings
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COVER HOME double overhead on the manhattan strand photography by paul jonason
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MUSE interior design | home furnishings special
page 34
sweet digs all over the map
page 46
looking back wayfayer’s chapel
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required reading design books
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design districts beyond the mall
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personal space interior design quotes
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33 4th Court, HB Representing Seller $1,374,000
29413 Seaspray, RPV Represented Buyer $1,185,000
23254 Robert Rd., Torrance Represented Buyer & Seller $1,033,000
834 Monterey, HB Represented Seller $1,117,000
Amazing rooftop deck, just 3 doors to the sand!
Great deal for my buyers!
Short Sale. Happy buyer, Happy seller!
$42k over asking price with multiple offers!
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448 11th, HB Represented Buyer & Seller $950,000
2604 Robinson, RB Representing Seller $924,900
1724 Haynes, RB Represented Seller $825,000
1729 Haynes, RB Represented Seller $815,000
Off Market Sale. Happy buyer, Happy seller!
Short Sale. Requiring expert negotiation skills!
$30k over asking price with multiple offers!
Obtained 99% of list price for my seller!
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2408 Graham, RB Representing Buyer & Seller $772,000
825 Main, El Segundo Represented Seller $540,000
18024 La Salle, Gardena Represented Buyer $313,000
Tough negotiations got a great deal for my buyer!
Short Sale. Happy buyer, Happy seller!
Probate sale that required an experienced agent!
REO purchase. Great deal for my buyer!
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442 Bayview, HB Represented Owner & Tenant $6,500/mo.
90 Cresta Verde, RPV 3 bed, 3 bath townhome $625,000
Great purchase for 1st time buyer!
Found a great tenant for the homeowner!
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BY MAUREEN MEGOWAN / RE/MAX PALOS VERDES EXECS Publisher Warren J Dow
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marketing Director Deanna Whipp
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Road Construction on the Palos Verdes Peninsula did not take place until the 1920’s. Palos Verdes Drive West in the Valmonte and Malaga Cove area was the first road developed as part of the original Palos Verdes Project. Palos Verdes Drive East in the Miraleste area, then known as Western Avenue and which was part of the Palos Verdes Project, was then developed to facilitate lot sales there. In 1926, the coast road connecting Redondo Beach to San Pedro, previously called Granvia La Costa, now called Palos Verdes Drive West, was completed, including the monumental “Douglas
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Cut”, which was blasted away above Bluff Cove. This road was simply referred to as the Coast
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Road. Old maps shows the Coast road connecting to “Western Ave”, which later was renamed Palos Verdes Drive East and now runs into Narbonne Ave on the north. Western Avenue later
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was constructed between Narbonne/Palos Verdes Drive East and Gaffey Street in San Pedro.
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Pacific Coast Highway was named Redondo and Wilmington Road at that time and connected to
Contributing Writers Pamela Corante-Hansen, Denise Kano
Anaheim Street at the current junction with Western Ave. Palos Verdes Drive North was completed in the mid 1930’s. The extension of Crenshaw from Crest Road to Palos Verdes Drive South was never completed due to the Portuguese Bend landslide in the mid 1950’s which was triggered by road grading for
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the extension of Crenshaw Blvd. Road construction moved forward rapidly in the late 1950’s and through the mid 1960’s. Construction of Crenshaw Boulevard up a canyon from Palos Verdes Drive North to Crest Road commenced in mid June 1950; and was completed in September 1951, utilizing labor for the construction by inmates at County Detention Camp No. 7 in the Peninsula Center area. Crest Road, constructed by the developers of the Palos Verdes Project, ran from Palos Verdes Dr. East across the top of the hill and then down to Palos Verdes Drive West along the current lower portion of Hawthorne Blvd. Prior to extending Crenshaw up the hill, Crenshaw had extended to the gated entrance to Rolling Hills, and that portion of Crenshaw was then renamed Rolling Hills Road. The extension of Crenshaw from Crest Road to Palos Verdes Drive South was never completed due to the Portuguese Bend landslide in the mid 1950’s which was triggered by road grading for the extension of Crenshaw Blvd. Construction of Hawthorne Blvd. through the Peninsula was completed in several segments.
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Hawthorne Blvd. was completed from Silver Spur Road to Crest in 1959. The segment from Palos Verdes Drive North to Silver Spur Road was completed in 1961. Hawthorne Avenue veered right into Palos Verdes Estates at what is today called Via Valmonte. After several years of planning, the final segment extending Hawthorne Blvd. from Newton in Torrance to Palos Verdes Drive North was completed in 1965.
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Breathe in the fresh air! 25,000 square feet of rolling, gentle land. This 2,000 sq. ft. cottage-style home has 3 bedrooms, 2 ½ baths, a 2-stall barn, an office and attached potting shed. Horse Approved Property. An idyllic location with magnificent terraced garden beds and large flat areas in which to enjoy huge pastoral and some ocean and coastline views. Beautiful privateCul de Sac street and easy access to the Narcissa Gate.
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Vanderlip Cottage - Own a piece of History and an amazing home and location. Listed 3,888 SF, Swimming Pool, Fountain & Spa with 4 bed and 3 Baths. Ocean, Pastoral and Coastline Views. In escrow, but may be back on market soon. Call for a private Showing.
GRANDVIEW AREA STATE OF THE ART REMODEL
3 bedrooms , 2 baths , 1,612 sq. ft. charmer in the Silver Spur area near Cornerstone elementary. Completely updated with new kitchen, bathrooms, etc. with extensive upgrades to HVAC and computer/entertainment systems.
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PUBLISHER’S MUSE
Interior Design | Home Furnishings Special In this Special Edition of South Bay Digs, we take an inside look at Interior Design and Home Furnishings. Inside, we’ll uncover how Interior Designers are “designing with impact,” showcase a variety of cool and unique home furnishing items, highlight some “must read” design books and take a guided tour of some local Design Districts.
1st Preview Event Friday, Sept 21, 12-2 pm Public Open House, Sat/Sun 1-4 pm PHOTOGRAPHED BY PAUL JONASON
UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY TO OWN A SINGLE OCEAN FRONT HOME OR PURCHASE TWO HOMES AT ONCE!
• 4112 The Strand available as an ocean front townhome opportunity at $4,500,000 • 4114 The Strand sold COMBINED with 4112 The Strand for a total of $8,250,000 When purchased in total there are 8 bedrooms, Five full baths, Three 3/4 baths, Two powder rooms, Two full kitchens, one beach level wetbar with dishwasher, Two living rooms, Two dining areas, Two laundry rooms, Two 2 car garages + 3 guest spaces, appx. combined 5,000 sq.ft. with a unique “pass-through” feature between the homes. Built in 2008 by reputable local builders, Urban Pointe Development, these homes have barely been lived in and are in “like new” condition. Located on a quiet, low traffic portion of the Manhattan Beach Strand. Panoramic ocean views from BOTH homes! • Wolf appliances Sub Zero refrigerators • Cooled wine storage • Double apron sinks Dual ovens + convection oven • Dual dishwashers Solid granite and natural stone counters Large kitchen island • 3/4” solid French Oak floors • Adler wood custom cabinets Stack stone fireplaces • Slate and natural stone flooring • Anderson windows Custom built-in closet organizers throughout • Luxuriously appointed bathrooms Open entertaining spaces and large view decks Built in custom headboards to maximize bedroom space Wired throughout for surround sound, security & fire systems & home automation
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Required Reading: 12 interior design books for all tastes — page 60. Designing with Impact: Local Interior Designers Speak Out — page 64 & 66. Home Furnishing “can’t miss” items in our expanded DIG THIS section — pages 68, 70, 72 & 74. Beyond the Mall: Explore nearby Design districts to find unique interior fashions — page 62 and 63.
“Nothing is in good taste unless it suits the way you live. What’s practical is beautiful... and suitability always overrules fashion.” - Billy Baldwin
On the COVER this issue is a unique opportunity to own a single oceanfront home or purchase two homes at once on the Strand in Manhattan Beach. Built in 2008 by Urban Pointe Development, these homes offer panoramic ocean views, are located on a quieter end of the Strand, and are in “like new” condition. Offered by Nick Phillips/ Nick Phillips Properties of South Bay Brokers. Check all the details starting on page 28. This issue’s HOME OF THE WEEK is a modern masterpiece with exquisite interior design. This fully remodeled, four level, South Redondo Beach home enjoys Panoramic Ocean and Palos Verdes views, a new modern kitchen, three fireplaces, a four stop elevator and two ocean view decks. Check out all the details in our back cover gloss section on page 96 and don’t miss the DIGS produced High Definition Property Video Tour at www.YouTube.com/SouthBayDigs. Offered by Rick Thomas of eRealEstate Corp. “All over the map: A classic South Redondo home with a global vibe” is this issue’s SWEET DIGS. A cabinetmaker by trade and general contractor by profession, Paul Walchenbach’s craft is evident throughout this remarkable home. Check it out starting on page 34. Last but not least, we take a LOOK BACK at Wayfarer’s Chapel — “The Glass Church” in Rancho Palos Verdes starting on page 46.
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SUMMER HILL ESTATE - A HUGE CUSTOM HOME ON A 14,000+ SQ. FT. CORNER LOT WITH INCREDIBLE VIEWS AND UNSURPASSED QUALITY
Located on a elevated triple corner lot overlooking the ocean, this spectacular home has unmatched design and quality. With custom detailing and finishes of the highest order this is an estate which will never be duplicated. Home Size: Dimensions: Yards:
9,000 sq. ft. (approx – buyer to verify) Lot Size: 14,368 sq. ft. 75 ft. front width, 125 ft. rear width, 165 ft. depth Slope: East to West slope of approx 30 ft. Huge Front Yard, Elevated Rear Yard with Koi Pond and Waterfall, Pool/Entertainment Area
$8,995,000
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PANORAMIC OCEAN & CITY VIEWS!
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HIGHLY DESIRABLE LOCATION
Highly Desirable Family Street
Large Split–Level Family Home
Remodeled 2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath, Living Room with Vaulted Ceiling, Balcony, Gourmet Kitchen with Granite Counters, 2 Fireplaces, 2 Decks & Rear Yard, West Facing Lot, 4-Car Parking, Roof Deck
Very Spacious 5 Bedroom 3 Bath, Large Bright Living Room w/ Dining Room Open Kitchen w/ Bar Counter & Adjoining Den, Huge Family Room, Rear Yard, Deck, Balcony, Fireplace, Large Elevated Lot, 4-Car Parking
$959,000
Priced to Sell $785,000
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ANOTHER NEW MASTERPIECE LISTING! A DISTINCTIVE DESTINATION TO CALL HOME! 1402 Manhattan Avenue, Manhattan Beach A brilliant life awaits you as you enter this architectural masterpiece! Breathtaking ocean views meet striking artistic colors that enhance every corner. A marriage of premium quality construction and state of the art technology. Sleek, clean lines present a calm, further enhanced by the large open floor plan and the oversized glass doors. No expense was spared when this home was constructed, from delicate textures to the high end quality of Brazilian mined granite and Carrara Italian marble. Three bedrooms and four bathrooms with a generous living, dining, and kitchen areas are further embellished by the media room and floating office or den. Exceeding expectations, this one of kind home leaves little to be desired with its nod towards an energy efficient lifestyle with state of the art solar panels and a radiant heating system. Just a stone’s throw away from Downtown Manhattan Beach and the Pier this jewel awaits the perfect owner...you!
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As a boy growing up in The Hague, Netherlands,
to one of the black-and-white porcelain squares that
tasteful collection of paintings, many of them from
Paul Walchenbach’s mother would heat enough water
top the wainscoting in the bathroom. Smitten with
Walchenbach’s homeland. A portrait of Holland’s Queen
to fill a small metal basin in the middle of the kitchen
the design, the Walchenbachs photographed it and
Wilhelmina from the early 1900s shows the monarch
so that her children could bathe. Today, a double-
when they returned from Spain, Paul spent a weekend
wearing a traditional lace cap with gold knobs adorning
walled porcelain tub is the focus of a stately, marble-
drawing the pattern. California Pottery and Tile
the forehead. Just a few feet away, a landscape painting
lined bathroom in Walchenbach’s South Redondo
created the ceramic version of his rendering.
by early 20th century artist Cornelis Koppenol depicts
Throughout the home, Walchenbach’s craft—and
Beach home.
the same beach in the Netherlands where Walchenbach’s parents would take him as a child.
A cabinetmaker by trade and a general contractor
Dutch roots—are evident in a way that complements
by profession, Walchenbach has combined comfort
the original architecture of the home. “The kitchen was
Having a brother who is a European antiques
and classic style in the 1928 Spanish Revival home
a mess when we bought the house in 1999,” he remarks.
dealer certainly helps when it comes to sourcing
he shares with his wife, Wendy. The couple has filled
Today, its centerpiece is a sturdy, cobalt Magic Chef
unique furniture and original artwork, but a keen eye
their 1800-square-foot home with a well-curated
stove made in the mid-1930s. Walchenbach spotted it
and a shared passion for a certain style of furnishings
“Everything has a memory,” Walchenbach tells a visitor before describing how a collection of terra cotta chimney tops made the journey from Portugal’s Algarve region to their lush backyard.
collection of antique furniture and paintings that
at a shop in San Diego while scoping out a different
also has enabled the Walchenbachs to amass a diverse
serve as reminders of Paul’s European heritage and a
stove. He convinced the store owner to sell it, despite
collection of art and decorative objects.
celebration of the pair’s shared eclectic tastes.
the fact that the owner had wanted it for his wife.
“Everything has a memory,” Walchenbach tells
Above the stove, a set of contemporary lighting
Wendy. As an example, the couple describes how
a visitor before describing how a collection of terra
fixtures from Holland shaped like wire whisks add
they found chairs for the guest bedroom. Paul was on
cotta chimney tops made the journey from Portugal’s
a subtle touch of whimsy. Walchenbach, a dyed-
a short visit to the Netherlands with his brother and
Algarve region to their lush backyard.
in-the-wool epicure, enjoys spending time in his
spotted two petite 19th century chairs in an antiques
kitchen. “When we have guests, this is where people
store. Wendy was home in the States, so Paul took a
congregate,” he notes.
chance and purchased the chairs. They were a hit.
Each carefully-placed table, every centuries-old armoire, all of the paintings that grace the walls have a story to tell. “We first saw these tiles in the Hotel Alfonso XIII in Seville,” Walchenbach says, pointing
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rose-colored
Not all of the couple’s treasures were found while
plaster walls provide an elegant backdrop for a
traveling abroad. In the guest bedroom, an exquisitely
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carved Portuguese headboard made in the 1700s was
of the South Bay’s mild weather and make use of
styled like a desert retreat. Walchenbach built an
purchased at an antiques store in New Mexico. In the
their backyard. A 45-year-old grapevine has sent
outdoor fireplace decorated with brilliant mosaic tile
same room, a rustic, 18th century armoire from France
its tendrils up a pergola covering a walkway to the
to anchor the North African motif. Low-lying seats
came into the Walchenbachs’ possession by way of a
garage. As with most of the original houses along
covered in multi-hued fabrics provide a place to relax,
shop in Montecito.
the Avenues in South Redondo Beach, the detached
read or enjoy the company of friends.
Perhaps the most eclectic room in the house is the master bedroom. Here, two wall-sized canvases bear
accessible from an alley.
Three walls form a U-shaped support for a ceiling that shelters the space from the elements. Embedded
artwork by contemporary Dutch artists. By contrast, a
Smack-dab in the center of the backyard, an
in each of the two side walls is a stone latticed window
19th century Chinese wedding cabinet, with flecks of red
avocado tree that Paul believes was planted when the
from Pakistan. The plaster baseboards are made from
paint still visible, serves as a wardrobe. A diaphanous
home was built provides shade and privacy. “People
a custom mold bearing an ancient Islamic pattern.
silk Fortuny lamp from Venice hangs from a weathered
told us to cut it down after we bought the house,” recalls
On a balmy afternoon, Paul takes a seat in the
wood ceiling panel that served as a courtyard door
Paul, “but we thought it added character.” Visitors must
cool shade of his secluded oasis to demonstrate the
during its previous life in India. On either side of the
walk a meandering path around the tree to get to what
functionality of the outdoor fireplace. The exotic
bed, two brass wall sconces reflect the same star motif
the Walchenbachs call the Moroccan room.
splendor of the Moroccan room was born entirely
Tucked away at the far end of the property and
from Walchenbach’s imagination and skills as a master
By today’s standards the home is modest in
hidden behind a 200-year-old wooden gate from
craftsman. But when asked, very little comes close to
size, however the Walchenbachs take full advantage
China, the Moroccan room is an outdoor living space
the magic of his double-walled bathtub.
that appears on the bedroom door.
garages were built behind the homes and are
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WAYFARER’S CHAPEL W RITTEN by: de n i s e ka n o As you follow Palos Verdes Drive South with the Pacific Ocean on your right, you’ll come across gorgeous views, amazing homes, and a familiar sight: the beautiful chapel set atop a lush, grassy hill. Besides serving as an intimate venue for special occasions, Wayfarer’s Chapel also provides visitors with a quiet place to pause and take in the peaceful surroundings. The chapel, also known as “The Glass Church,” sits on a cliff overlooking the Pacific Ocean. To say that the view is stunning is an understatement. The area is so serene and picturesque; you feel an immediate sense of calm upon leaving your car in the parking lot and walking up the stone steps toward the chapel.
Chapel History The chapel was built in 1951 by Lloyd Wright (son of Frank Lloyd Wright), and, as is common with many of Wright’s designs, the chapel features geometric designs combined with the natural landscape. According to Wayfarer’s literature, Wright was “inspired by the cathedral-like majesty of the redwood trees in Northern California,” and this plays into the chapel’s designs. This unique structure was specifically designed to serve as a chapel for meditation and prayer for wayfarers, or travelers. Made of redwood, glass, and Palos Verdes stone, the building also features numerous triangles which are intended to symbolize spiritual values. The huge, circular glass panes are also used to convey spiritual concepts. As part of the Swedenborgian Church of North America, the chapel stands as a memorial to Swedish scientist, philosopher, and religious reformer, Emanuel Swedenborg. More information on Swedenborg’s contributions can be found in the nearby Visitor’s Center. The chapel’s vast gardens include flowering shrubs and evergreen trees that enhance the magnificent setting. Several plants and shrubs are representative of those found in the Holy Land. Because of its scenic location, the church is obviously very popular for weddings, both inside the chapel itself and outside on the chapel grounds.
Completed construction of the Glass Church, 1954
The building’s exterior in 1952
All photographs courtesy of Wayfarer’s Chapel
Special Memories “We chose Wayfarer’s for many reasons,” said Lisa Radeski, who was married there in December of 1982, and returned in 1985 for the baptism of her first son. “I grew up always knowing it as ‘The Glass Church,’ and we would see it when we went to the tide pools or horseback riding. It was always so beautiful sitting up there on the hill overlooking the ocean.” The atmosphere of evening occasions provides just as much drama as the panoramic daytime view. “Because our wedding was at night we didn’t actually take advantage of the spectacular view,” said Lisa. “But because of the glass architecture we felt like we were part of nature, and the dark sky along with the low lighting made it seem like we were outdoors.” Lisa and her husband, Matt, were married by the Rev. Harvey Tafel, who has been with the chapel since 1972. “It has the most beautiful working conditions in the world,” said Reverend Tafel. “It’s a ministry all of its own.” Lisa has returned to the chapel several times for weddings and funerals. “I always come away with a sense of peace and calmness,” she said. “The setting and atmosphere just seem so organic in terms of doing something momentous but calming and important.”
Visitor’s Information The chapel and gardens are open daily from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The Visitor’s Center is open daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Admission is free.
Wayfarer’s Fun Facts: • The chapel hosts 400 weddings per year. • The cornerstone was dedicated in 1949. • The chapel was featured in the television series The O.C. • Actress Jayne Mansfield married Mickey Hargitay at the chapel. • The chapel is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
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ABS OLUTELY NOT, I C OM PL E TE LY DI SAG REE . . . Every year our industry trade REALTOR® Magazine publishes their findings for the return
would like a gorgeous, two-story contemporary home built within the last two years, would you
of profit compared to the cost of remodel projects. I continually shake my head in wonderment.
consider living about 15 miles east of Los Angeles?“ The truth is you can easily re-stucco a home
Why? It basically states that for every dollar you put into your remodel you will get between
anywhere from $6,000 to $25,000 on a small-to-average size home. Your likely return on that
$.42 and $.75 cents back. You don’t have to be a mathemegenious (source: “Dictionary of Ed”;
expense could easily be 100-150% of cost depending on the location and house.
I have a lot of words I can’t seem to find in Webster’s) to know that if you get 50-75% of what you spend that . . . “profit” is non-existent. Matter of fact, you are guaranteed to lose money. What surprises me more is I never see any rebuttals or arguments to what they print. So I am going to go out on a limb here and state that I completely disagree with the
Entry Door Replacement- Realtor® Mag refers to “steel” doors. I am thinking they wrote this article in the Mid-West, as most doors on the West Coast are wood. Front doors are my pet peeve. This is your first impression. Own an ugly front door? Knock $30,000 off the price of your home. Buyers are often stuck at front doors from 1-3 minutes while real estate
findings published in REALTOR® Magazine. Caution to readers: In order for REALTOR® Magazine to arrive upon their findings,
agents search for a lock box and they spend that time determining the value of the home by
they invest in thousands of man hours, process research and intense financial calculations,
the condition of the front door. My opinion of the potential return on front doors is off the
design spreadsheets, execute surveys in hundreds of market areas, and consult with licensed
charts positive.
contractors, homeowners, buyers to come up with their detailed and precise findings. I, Ed Kaminsky, have used no spread sheets, calculators, notepads, surveys and have not spoken with anyone about my opinion before surmising my findings. I did, however, rely upon my 25
Attic Bedroom- I am not going to comment on this one, because the West Coast doesn’t have enough attic bedroom conversions for me to honestly voice an opinion.
years of experience in the real estate field. In addition, I participated in the sale of thousands of homes (some of which have been remodeled, some which have not), and experienced first-
Kitchen Minor Remodel- “Minor” to me means that you plan to NOT spend $150,000
hand the profit gains and losses of millions of dollars from my very own pockets. That and I
on a kitchen remodel, your budget is conservative and you are not seeking a major structural
relied upon my gut feelings to lead to these conclusions.
renovation in your kitchen. When considering the truthful return on your minor kitchen remodel
So let’s start with REALTOR® Mag 2011-2012 “Big-Bang” Remodeling projects. (They say
investment, let’s look at two realistic outcomes: In case study # 1, I am showing a buyer a home
“Big Bang” because you supposedly get the biggest bang for your buck.) Here are their Top 6
built in 1956 in the Tree Section of Manhattan Beach priced at $1,125,000. We walk in and see an
. . . don’t get too excited here unless you like losing money.
original kitchen with pine cabinets and pink square tiles. My buyer says one word, “disgusting”, and walks out. In case study #2- another home hits the market in the same neighborhood. It was built in the same year, it is the same size, and in very similar condition, except that it
Top 6 Returns on Investment in a Remodel
*according to Realtor® Mag, 2012
features a very basic, $20,000 kitchen remodel with inexpensive new cabinets, pre-fab granite counter tops and some brand new, standard grade appliances. The offering price on this home
Siding Replacement (upscale) - fiber-cement
Kitchen: Minor Remodel
is $1,199,000. Can you guess the results? The home with the original kitchen lingered on the
Job Cost: $13,461
Job Cost: $19,588
market with a few price reductions and ultimately sold well under the original list price. The
Resale Value: $10,493
Resale Value: $14,120
home with the minor remodel received multiple offers and a final sale price exceeding $1.2
Cost Recouped: 78%
Cost Recouped: 72.1%
million. Return on $20,000 . . . ? Do the math.
Entry Door Replacement - steel
Garage Door Replacement
Job Cost: $1,238
Job Cost: $1,512
really matters as long as it’s presents well upon arrival. Garage doors are like front doors, they
Resale Value: $903
Resale Value: $1,087
too are first impression issues. I recently took my client out looking for homes and we are
Cost Recouped: 73%
Cost Recouped: 71.9%
driving up to a home in East Manhattan Beach and it had a wooden garage door with peeling
Attic Bedroom Addition
Garage Door Replacement (upscale)
“What are we seeing next?”. How much did that seller lose by not replacing that garage door?
Job Cost: $50,148
Job Cost: $2,994
All I can say is that Barbara is a well qualified buyer and can afford to spend $1,500,000 for the
Resale Value: $36,346
Resale Value: $2,129
right house. So, whether the seller potentially lost $10k or $50k by making Barbara move on to
Cost Recouped: 72.5%
Cost Recouped: 71.1%
the next house at first sight of that garage door, I’m not sure, but I can tell you with confidence
Garage door- Whether it’s a basic or upscale garage door replacement, I don’t think it
paint and cracked panels. In the driveway, my buyer, Barbara, had one thing to say to me:
that it was more than a $2,994 loss for sure. I am going to convert the above to real life conversations I have had with buyers in
The bottom line is that many remodel projects can make you a lot of money, contrary to
my travels throughout the South Bay. Some of the names have been changed to protect
what these magazine and internet articles seem to publish. There are certainly a lot of network
the innocent.
TV shows that probably more closely agree with my analysis. My suggestion is to do your own research and get the opinions of your local experts. Certainly do not over-spend on a remodel
Siding Replacement- First of all when I think of siding, I think of Cleveland, Ohio where I
if you intend to sell soon thereafter.
am originally from, and a movie about aluminum siding sales people. For the sake of the Pacific region I think it’s safe to say we can interchange “Siding” with “Stucco”. The most common thing I hear lately is the debate about “old school”, extremely rough stucco vs. today’s more popular super smooth stucco. When I pulled up to a home with rough stucco, my last buyer said “C’mon Ed I am not even walking into that home. I can’t have my friends see me living in a 1970s stucco box.” Inside I am thinking, “Fred you only have a $700,000 budget. If you
“Every buyer tells me that they are OK with a minor fixer and that they can see past the current condition of many homes. Again, from experience, I beg to differ.”
In this fast paced market, you can’t afford missed opportunities. Call Ed today for the deepest access to the best prospects for huge gains in Real Estate.
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STUCCO REPLACEMENT
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KITCHEN REMODEL
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Ed’s All Time Top “Bang for your Buck” Fix-Its Staging- It’s inexpensive and can bring huge returns. This means de-cluttering, de-
Landscape- Don’t go crazy here but stand back and take a good look at your current
personalizing , cleaning, moving furniture around, and a little general handwork to get a home
landscaping. Get rid of weeds, plant new grass, mulch everywhere, spruce up with some
in “sale-ready” condition. Spend a few dollars working with an expert stager; there are plenty
inexpensive, colorful flowers; you get big returns on this one.
around or if you are on a tight budget, do some free research on Google and make your own
In closing, if you are selling a home and you want to maximize profits, it is always worth the time, money and energy if you can spend a little to slightly upgrade your home. Every
staging short-list.
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buyer tells me that they are OK with a minor fixer and that they can see past the current Paint- This is a huge return on the investment, worth 3-5 times what you spend. This is an
condition of many homes. Again, from experience, I beg to differ. I could retire today if I got
item that could also be a DIY item or to hire out to a local professional. Get fresh paint, inside or
a dollar for every buyer that started with saying that, but then refused to buy a home that
out, especially if it currently feels worn out or appears tired.
needed basic carpet and paint. Buyers buy emotionally more than they do logically. It’s a fact. You can read it about it in the “Ed dictionary” under the “B” section. That’s where it talks
Carpet- This is another pet peeve of mine. If you do nothing else, change old carpet!
about how Buyers are Liars. Buyers never buy what they tell you they want. More often than
Nothing is worse than dirty, worn carpet when showing a buyer a home. New carpet creates a
not, they buy something completely different. It often takes time for buyers to get educated
clean, welcoming environment, and it gives off that “new home smell”. STOP worrying about
about what is on the market in their price range and they quickly have to adjust what they
what color a buyer is going to like and just put a nice neutral shade of budget friendly carpet in.
think they want to get in line with what they can actually afford. Its often a far cry from what
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Icons Series: Tuscany Style, Taschen, ed. (Taschen, 2008) $45 on Amazon
12 interior design books for all tastes
School yourself on the latest trends in interior design—and study the classics. Here’s our short-list of books that can do more than just look pretty on your coffee table.
Casa California: Spanish-Style Houses from Santa Barbara to San Clemente by Elizabeth McMillian and Melba Levick (Rizzoli, 1996) $95
Sister Parish: American Style by Martin Wood (Frances Lincoln, 2011) $60
Atomic Ranch – Mid-Century Interiors by Michelle Gringeri-Brown (Gibbs Smith, 2012) $40
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Like architecture, interior design can be a marvelous mash-up of exotic cultures and distant lands. Channel your inner jet setter and add a global touch to your living space.
Socialite Sister Parish was the first interior designer hired by the White House. Under Jacqueline Kennedy’s direction, she decorated the Yellow Oval Room and the Family Dining Room. Slightly less traditional but equally iconic is the American Mid-Century Modern style. Get presidential – or steal a page from Megan Draper with these volumes.
Design*Sponge at Home by Grace Bonney (Artisan, 2011) $35
Thom Filicia Style – Inspired Ideas for Creating Rooms You’ll Love by Thom Filicia (Atria, 2008) $35
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Social Studies We have the cult of personality to thank for the recent spate of bloggers, television show hosts and decorators-to-the-stars who impart their wisdom in design books for the rest of us. Grace Bonney’s Design*Sponge blog has nearly 300,000 followers, while Martyn Lawrence-Bullard has decorated Cher’s Moroccan-style Malibu home and Ellen Pompeo’s Mediterranean villa in the Hollywood Hills.
Rooms for Children: Stylish Spaces for Sleep and Play by Susanna Salk and Kelly Wearstler. (Rizzoli, 2010) $45
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rare antiques, classic furnishings and elegant
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scribbling for years at Hennessey + Ingalls art and architecture bookstore.
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Retro Row, Long B e ach Long Beach’s 4th Street between Cherry and Junipero is home to more than 40 independent shops, boutiques and restaurants. True to its moniker, the district features plenty of vintage fare, but there are some contemporary choices, as well. Trebor/Nevets combines both new and vintage art, custom furniture and interior design. If you’re intent on scoring a Barcelona ottoman, a Selig Danish Modern sofa or a 1968 signed Curtis Jere mirror, Xcape may be right up your alley.
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he l ms bak ery district, culver cit y Situated on the 1930s-era campus of a former bakery, the Helms Bakery District is located between Venice and Washington boulevards, just off National. Once again, eclectic is the word for this collection of just about everything you need to outfit your home, from contemporary kitchen and bath appliances at APD, Inc., to antique and modern lighting fixtures at Rejuvenation. H.D. Buttercup’s Southern California location is housed here and includes a diverse collection of furniture and home accessories vendors where you’ll find treasures such as vintage elementary school wall maps from France and a section of steampunk furniture that blends 1920s English boarding school with old school sci-fi.
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The Avenues, West Hol ly wo od Melrose, Beverly and Robertson are the main “avenues” that comprise this West Hollywood shopping district. Although the area is not limited to interior decor, you’ll still have nearly 100 home design stores from which to choose. High-end, internationally-recognized companies including Roche Bobois, Fendi Casa, Alexandra Von Furstenberg and Baltus all have outposts here. Smaller independent stores sell rugs, top-of-the-line mattresses, garden furniture, antiques and ironworks. Also, several noteworthy architectural and interior design firms call this district home.
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For our Special Interior Design | Home Furnishings Edition, South Bay Digs reached out to the local interior design community and asked them to answer the above question:
Nadia Elgrably, Nadia Designs in Manhattan Beach I have always felt that “Good Design” is like a” symphony of elements”. Those Design elements are our orchestra. Like musical notes- they are personalized to the project, space and our clients needs and desires. To me, for design to have impact it must exceed the following criteria. Appeal- what we see, how it feels, and what emotion it stirs for our senses. Luxurious Details- Whether it is the hardware selected on the cabinet door, the fabric on your favorite chair or the extra roomy shower with all the amenities, luxury surrounds us. Function- The functionality of space is critical. Not only to meet the needs of today, but also to forecast and adapt to future needs, surpassing the mediocre. Spacial Harmony- a room full of showy pieces is best in a museum. Less is more.
Bernadette Capellaro, Cantoni Furniture in Los Angeles There is no secret or trick to effective design. It’s a matter of understanding the space and the whims and personality of the client. As the Senior designer at Cantoni furniture in Los Angeles, I meet clients with tastes that vary from the rapper to the real estate developer and everything in between. Our projects run the gamut from designing suites at the W Hotel to helping Justin Bieber pick out the right bed. The key is to understand the client’s lifestyle, know the bones of the room and know where to put the emphasis. At Cantoni furniture our motto is “Great design is a way of life.” Great design has no secrets or tricks; it’s about good listening, experience, and the desire to create a space you could die for! Bernadette Capellaro | Design Consultant | www.Cantoni.com | 323.634.0909
Responsibility- To meet budget and costs, and to operate on time and to schedule whenever possible. In addition, we need to protect our environment by exercising the option to select from responsible manufacturers, products and builders. Nadia Elgrably | www.NadiaDesigns.org | 310.892.1799
Sarah Barnard, Leed AP, Sarah Barnard Design in Santa Monica Impactful design is the successful melding of visual beauty and exceptional performance. By planning spaces that are functional, comfortable, beautiful and sustainable we can help our clients live healthier, happier lives.
Nancy Manning, Hornbeck Design Partners in Redondo Beach Hornbeck Design Partners always works on each project as a unique partnership between the client, the designer and the space. With a clear design objective refined with our clients, we create significant impact using unique and creative combinations of furnishings, color, texture, art and accessories. Sometimes one or more of these elements become dominant, but there must be a sense of balance in a room. Not every piece needs to or should be the “wow” piece. Good design takes a trained editing eye as well as good selection, remembering proportion and context. Impact can be subtle and strong eliciting the desired emotional response. Nancy Manning | www.HornbeckDesignPartners.com | 310.406.1713
Sarah Barnard, LEED AP | www.SarahBarnard.com | 310.823.7331
Talia Frederick, Talia Interior Design in Manhattan Beach Impactful design is creating a space that makes a person feel like they are swept away to a personal utopia. Whether it a feeling of being on a luxury vacation or going back to fond memories of the past, that “place” makes one feel happy inside. I create this by listening to what a client really truly wants and implementing a sense of balance and harmony to the space that encompasses all of those things. Talia Frederick | www.TaliaInteriorDesign.com | 310.480.6079
Claudia Edler Kazachinsky, CEK Design, Inc in Redondo Beach “In art school, one of my teachers used to say, “Color always gets the credit, “ and it is inherently true ,not just in art, but also in interior design. How do I create an impactful design? In my case by doing the unexpected and assembling different textures and colors; crystal and wicker, tangerine and fuchsia, French baroque and modern. As a believer in the adage form follows function, I play by the rules by spending time interviewing the client before creating layouts and selecting the pieces. I believe in proportion, comfort, light and texture, but in the end color always takes center stage.”
Claudia Edler Kazachinsky | CEK Design, Inc. | 310.793.8242
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Caroline Burke, Caroline Burke Designs
Sandy Koepke, Sandy Koepke Interior Design
“Impactful interior design is a design that is created specifically for a client to positively support their lifestyle. The furnishings are creative, reliable in quality, and align with the client’s tastes and preferences. At Caroline Burke Designs Inc. ,it is our philosophy that a well designed home fully supports a happy, healthy lifestyle.“
“Good timeless design feels effortless. the impact is subtle...and not just about how it looks, but also how it FEELS. creating wonderful spaces is about knowing the client, being sensitive to the site and the architecture plus good measures of experience, training, and imagination. A newly done space ought to feel like it has always been there: comfortable and welcoming, but with a little hit of fun and surprise.”
Caroline Burke | www.CarolineBurkeDesigns.com | 310.345.2824
Sandy Koepke | www.SandyKoepkeInteriorDesign.com | 310.273.1960
Jocelyne Borys, Jocelyne Borys Design Design should inspire a “Wow!” of unexpected delight. Beautiful colors, seductive textiles, surprising silhouettes and luxurious finishes... but your dog should still be able to curl up on the sofa with you...
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Christine M. Stahlberg, CMS Interior Design
“Impactful design is not so much concerned with the outward appearance rather the inward significance every project has for our clients. Being a good interior designer means having the ability to check your ego at the door and truly listen to their individual dreams. In every project we endeavor to create something poignant and meaningful for our clients.”
The Definition of impactful, is “having a major impact or effect: an eye catching and impactful design”. Impactful design is creating a space that has that “wow factor”. You enter this space, residence, resort, room, restaurant, etc. and immediately feel a sense of comfort, balance, harmony, happiness, which may be subtle or over whelming, but it is an experience sometimes you can’t explain. This effect can bring you motivation and inspiration. You leave the space feeling calm and relaxed. And days, weeks and months after you leave this space, you always remember that feeling you had of what impactful design feels to you.” “I’ve always believed that beautiful design elevates quality of life. We seek out possessions and experiences that enrich us.”
Lorren Lotesta | www.realestateonline.com | 310.377.7788
Christine M. Stahlberg | CMSInteriorDesign.com | 310.889.5259
Nicole Gillis, Atmosphere Interior Designs “Texture is the magical ingredient to creating impact in any room - it is unique in that it can evoke our senses both physically and emotionally. Through the use of different textures; depth, dimension, and layers are added to the space, creating an elevated visual experience. One must call to light the inherent beauty of an individual space and accent it with personal treasures and unique finds, the unification of function and form will impact owners and guest alike.” “Weaving in rare finds with present-day design creates impact in any space. History melded with modern elements, creates balance and harmony that will sooth the soul.”
Nicole Gillis | www.AtmosphereInteriorDesign.com | 424.225.0570
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Interior Design Home Furnishings E d i t i on The lucite leg.... is unexpected while the bold texture of the upholstery offers visual interest together they create a modern twist on the traditional bench. Nicole Gillis. Interior Designer, Atmosphere Interior Design
Artfully crafted, the transitional design of this table lamp integrates seamlessly into a traditional or modern space, while still making a statement. Nicole Gillis. Interior Designer, Atmosphere Interior Design
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JAX (above) is a super fun, contemporary chair (stool) which is made of recycled and non-toxic materials. And—JAX can be powder coated for outdoor use! The Stevie chair (right) effortlessly combines mid-century glamour with modern sustainability. Available in custom sizes, finishes and textiles, Stevie aims to please! SARAH BARNARD DESIGN. Santa Monica, CA. 310.823.7331. www.sarahbarnard.com
HORNBECK DESIGN CUSTOM WATER FEATURES. Besides providing an increase in property value, a well designed and executed custom water feature will be visually and acoustically pleasing as either an engaging focal point or a soothing background feature. Water as a symbolic element can be a subtle yet powerful link to the sustenance of nature while providing hours of relaxing enjoyment. custom design avalable by Hornbeck Design Partners Redondo Beach, CA. 310.406.1713
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accent with Beautiful Turkish cotton hand towels. This 100% natural cotton towel has a great honeycomb weave. Super absorbent, use it as a hand towel in the bathroom, dish towel in the kitchen or even as a placemat. Handmade in Tunisia. available at gum tree. Hermosa Beach, CA. 310.376.8744 www.gumtreela.com Think Globally, Shop and Eat Locally!
old is the new “new” Salvaged Walnut Slab Coffee Table. Each one-of-a-kind salvaged Claro walnut slab, originally harvested for gunstock, was discovered 30 years later and given it a new life. We milled it into a small batch of tables and finished with hand-rubbed our custom blend of oil and wax. 310.823.0112. www.cliffspencer.net cliff spencer furniture maker
The Dunnage Bench. We take this vintage wood and elevate the unique and incredibly dense grain to heirloom quality, small batch furniture. The finish is a traditional and completely non-toxic process, using a rusty nail and vinegar. Floating dovetail joints show both craftsmanship and design detail. 310.823.0112. www.cliffspencer.net cliff spencer furniture maker
…RoomService home accessories & furnishings for your soul Our pillows are inspired by everyday things we encounter in our unique surroundings, and we love using color and mixing design styles. Beautiful evening sunsets along the South Bay’s coastline as well as the ever-changing colors seen in our shorebreak bring out the shades and hues used throughout our product line. The pale blue and greens blend well with the striking orange to almost emulate the sun slowly disappearing behind the horizon. The groovy furnishings and fun prints of the 60’s mod era we so adore inspire the funky prints and bold texts we use to bring life and energy your living room, or bedroom. Full catalog of choices available at www.roomservicestore.com
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Stylish Hermosa Beach Ocean View Townhome
craftsmanship at every step 1054 Monterey Blvd., Hermosa Beach, CA Size: 3 bedrooms | 3 ½ baths | 1,785 sq. ft. | Built in 2000 Top Features: Absolutely beautiful, designer-perfect townhome with panoramic ocean views and an ideal beachside lifestyle location. Gorgeous in and out with newly refinished, espresso-stained hardwood floors throughout, granite kitchen, travertine baths, open floor plan and generously sized windows that bring in the splendor of the sunshine and expansive ocean views stretching from PV to Catalina and Malibu to the living areas and adjacent sitting room/home office. Such inspiring spaces in which to relax, entertain, reflect, work or create! For some soothing outdoor time, head up to the roof deck. The ocean views are awesome and it’s an ideal place to enjoy some quiet time, appreciate an amazing sunset or grill a delicious meal to savor beside the ambiance of a wood-burning fireplace. Neighborhood: If you appreciate the convenience of walking everywhere, you’ll love this location - it’s just steps to Hermosa’s famous soft sands and award-winning schools, The Strand, Pier Plaza and the newly renovated upper Pier Ave restaurants and shopping.
With over 20 years of building experience, we find that the highest level of customer service is just as important as the utilization of the highest quality materials and workmanship. Having worked with many top architects and designers, we are confident in our ability to make the building process as seamless and enjoyable as possible. Working with our clients is an essential part of each new project, and our ability to adapt and modify to fit each client’s individual preference and aesthetic has provided us with long lasting relationships. Our scope and expertise ranges from kitchen remodels to custom homes, and every project is afforded the same level of service and integrity.
SEAN ICAZA general contractor 310.480.0385 sean@icazaconstruction.com
Details: A winning combination of additional features include coveted 4 car parking, elegant oasis-like entrance w/bubbling fountain and lush landscaping, plantation shutters, wood-burning living room fireplace, plus smart conveniences at every turn like organized closets, en-suite baths in every bedroom & tons of storage. Come live the dream in Hermosa – one of Los Angeles’ most desirable beachfront towns known for its friendly, fun, fit beach-loving residents and its classic California culture.
For more info and photos, go to www.StylishHermosaHome.com Price $1,299,000
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BRAND NEW LISTING! 2431 Sparta Dr, Rancho Palos Verdes Beautiful single level home with outstanding City light, Harbor and Canyon Views 3 Bedrooms + Den, 2 full baths in almost 2400 Sq. Ft. on a 20,000 Sq. Ft. Lot. Deck and Patio with a two car garage. Very Quiet Cul-de-Sac Location.
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1324 Marine Ave, Manhattan Beach NEW LISTING In Manhattan Beach 2024 THE STRAND HERMOSA BEACH 3 bedrooms | 3.5 baths | 1918 sq ft LEASE - PRICE UPON REQUEST
Super sized value! Pristine family home with room for all! An open floor plan of 3600 square feet of voluminous living space highlighted by the 2 story entry and vaulted ceilings. 4 large bedrooms, 3 full baths, 3 fireplaces. Plantation Shutters throughout, walk–in closets, 3 car garage, hardwood floors, 2 enormous living rooms, eat in & separate dining room. Remodeled in 2010: Kitchen, Master Bath, Bar area, Porch with stairs leading down to the abundant and private back yard for family BBQ’s. If you are looking for space, great light, serenity & a well maintained home – THIS IS A MUST SEE. This VALUE is the best on the market in Manhattan Beach by a lot. Walk to Elementary and Middle Schools!
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1713 VIA BORONDA Remodeled 5BR home with approx 3,034 Sq. Ft. enjoys stunning ocean views from both levels. Gourmet kitchen has granite counters with breakfast bar and separate eating area; stainless steel appliances and travertine floors that opens to a secluded patio with fountain for gracious entertaining. All four baths have been remodeled with impeccable design and top quality incl. travertine w/Oceanside glass tiles and frameless showers. Yard inludes a pool with an electronic cover and a large grassy side yard for children to play. Additional features include an attached 2 car garage; spacious Den; view balcony; red tile roof; and two fireplaces. This is truly an outstanding property! VIRTUAL TOUR @ WWW.1713VIABORONADA.COM
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2900 FIRTHRIDGE ROAD | RANCHO PALOS VERDES 4 BEDROOMS | 3 BATHROOMS | 2166 SQ FT | 8361 SQ FT LOT At the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, an electronically gated, long driveway leads to the double door entry of this warm family home. Cherry hardwood floors welcome you into the dining room-living room with fireplace as a focal point. Beautiful remodeled kitchen with granite counters, Italian cabinets, and breakfast bar, has a family eat-in area, which opens to an enclosed, flat backyard and patio. One bedroom, full bath, and laundry room downstairs. Jack & Jill bedrooms upstairs-one with an ocean and Catalina view. Master bedroom has professionally organized closets and includes a spacious sitting or office area. Newer double pane windows and doors, and alarm system, freshly painted, newer roof, and three-car garage with roll-up doors. Great location and excellent schools—a great property!
OFFERED AT $1,035,000 COMPLETED IN 2008 | FUNCTIONAL BEAUTY! | 5 BEDROOMS 7 BATHS 30136 VIA RIVERA, RANCHO PALOS VERDES This beautiful 4200 square foot custom built home provides all the comforts of convenient living, while allowing an easy open flow for gracious entertaining. Gorgeous gourmet kitchen includes multiple dishwashers, Subzero refrigerator and freezer, wine refrigerator, and spectacular island. Kitchen flows into family room with built-in entertainment center and surround sound system that continues through dining room, living room, and backyard. Grand entry with skylight, oak stairs, and 18 inch tumbled marble floors. Adorning arches, limestone fireplace mantel, and push-button fireplace, enhance ambience. Five bedrooms, 5 full baths, plus powder room, and a cabana for guests enjoying the salt-water pool and jacuzzi. Downstairs includes one bedroom and bath, study with custom built desks and cabinets, plus powder room. Upstairs are 4 bedrooms, each with its own bath, and a laundry room. Spacious master bedroom with large walk-in closet, remote control skylight in master bath. Central air conditioning, three car garage and security system. Peek-A-Boo view of ocean and Catalina from 2nd floor. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac near excellent schools, golf courses, and world class Terranea Resort. Remodeled from the foundation and studs in 2008 with high quality construction throughout.
VIRTUAL TOUR: WWW.30136VIARIVERA.COM PRICE REDUCTION! $2,195,000
DIANE STONE SRES,CNE, GREEN,CDPE, CIAS, PV Specialist
(310) 796-6140 63 Malaga Cove Plaza Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274 DRE # 01823115
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SAND SECTION SPECIALIST MANHATTAN BEACH OCEAN VIEW CUSTOM HOME 5 Spacious Bedrooms Huge Family/Media Room with Wet Bar 4 Baths + Powder Palos Verdes to Malibu Views 4050 Total Square Feet Wolf, Sub Zero, Fisher Paykel 4 Car Garage + 1 Space Huge Deck off Kitchen with BBQ Gorgeous Master Suite Fabulous Walk Street Location Three Stop Custom Elevator Walk to Beach and Restaurants
LIST PRICE $5,895,000 117 30TH STREET, MANHATTAN BEACH A FO LSO R FO $4 R ,0 LE 00 AS /M E O
EAST MANHATTAN BEACH COMPLETELY REMODELED HOME 4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms 1896 Square Feet Rear Yard with Out Door Deck Hardwood Floors Throughout Brand New Kitchen and Baths Incredibly Quiet Neighborhood
LIST PRICE $1,199,000 1170 SHELLEY ST, MANHATTAN BEACH
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White Water Views to Malibu, Catalina & Palos Verdes ~ North Hermosa Beach
A once in a lifetime opportunity to own this new construction developed by Acropolis/Delphi Properties, LLC ,- Demetrius Doukoullos, a well-known, award-winning Hermosa Beach ocean front estates developer. Maximizing a 70+ feet frontage this home brings you the best of indoor and outdoor living with 7,000 SF of luxury living. Extensive use of glass throughout.
Features formal living/great room, dining room, family room as well as a nook area for casual dining overlooking beach and surf. Infinity waterfall and luxury appointments throughout utilizing hardwood floors and natural stone. Large master suite and 4 additional guest ensuites. Other features include home theatre, disco room, recreation room, wine cellar, private
elevator as well as roof top deck with a Jacuzzi tub and a 3-car garage. Located conveniently to Hermosa and Manhattan Beach Pier, shopping and entertainment with the best of Southern California lifestyle at your doorstep. Designed by Louie Tomaro, plus a luxury interior design through Interior Inspirations. Estimated Completion: September 2013.
OFFERED AT $13,900,000
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Prime Real Estate with Ocean and City Views
Do not miss this amazing opportunity to own a piece of prime real estate in Monte Malaga! Situated on a 1.13 acre, mostly useable, lot that boasts breathtaking panoramic, unobstructable ocean and Queen’s necklace views. 5BD/4BA, 4,700 sf. of living space with views to be enjoyed from almost every room! Kitchen with center island, custom cabinets, walk-in pantry and a breakfast area that looks out to the pool. Family room upstairs with large wraparound deck. This home is located on one of the best streets in P alos Verdes Estates!
$4,999,000
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Magnificently Upgraded Home with Lots of Land and City Views! Immaculately maintained and super upgraded home! Custom built with 5,328 sq. ft. of living space & top-of-the line materials used throughout.
The 5B/7B home features an elegant entry with a 40’ high ceiling, marble floors with a grand spiral staircase. 2 master bedrooms with luxurious master bathrooms, a formal living room and a kitchen with all Viking appliances, 3 ovens, 48� stove & warmer in addition to a center island & granite countertops. This home features a big family room upstairs perfect as a recreation room with a huge balcony overlooking gorgeous city views. Huge backyard complete with swing set, water feature and even a gazebo! Other features include Brazilian cherry wood floors, Marvin windows, Baldwin hardware and high ceilings throughout the home. The 30,250 sq. ft. lot is beautifully landscaped with fountains and a very spacious flat grass yard with plenty of room to add a pool or barn.
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Elegant 2+ Acres Estate in Rolling Hills 274Palos Verdes Drive North | Rolling Hills 7 BEDROOMS | 5.5 BATHROOMS | 5452 SQ FT | 102,611 SQ FT LOT
Located in the exquisite community of Rolling Hills, this magnificent estate is perfect for large scale entertaining with plenty of guest parking. Situated on over 2 acres with fabulous panoramic city views, this lovely home has attention to detail at every step. FEATURES INCLUDE: Large Formal Living Room with Fireplace | Formal Dining Room with Lighted Dome Ceiling & Swarovski Crystal Chandelier plus Built-in Cabinets | Family Room with Stone Fireplace and Walk-Behind Wet Bar | Gourmet Kitchen with Hardwood Floors, Sub Zero Refrigerator/Freezer, Viking Appliances and Large Wood Block Island | Spacious Master Suite with His/Her Walk-in Closets Large Pool | Sports Court | Beautiful Landscaped Grounds | & much more!
Offered at $3,000,000
MELANIE HANE DRE #: 01088943 CELL (310) 528-5164 MMHANE@GMAIL.COM
23670 HAWTHORNE BLVD., SUITE 100 TORRANCE, CA 90505
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2304 Hermosa Ave, HB
2102 SPEYER LANE, RB
2141 Monterey Blvd, HB
$1,825,000
$3,300,000
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www.RuthandRaine.com 5 ACRE SPANISH ESTATE IN GATED CITY OF ROLLING HILLS! Built with the ambiance and quality of a hundred year old Hacienda, yet completed just 3 years ago and featuring a seamless blending of Old World craftsmanship and New World technology. This 5 bedroom 8 bath private estate features a guest house, wine room, music room, inhouse gym and World Class entertainment area. Indicative of the special features considered when constructing this masterpiece, the master suite features its own private patio with outdoor fireplace and spa. Gorgeous grounds accentuate the outdoor lifestyle and extensive stonework. In addition to the sparkling pool, a paddle tennis/ recreation court is provided adjacent to the large lawn area. Panoramic Coastline and city views can be seen from all major rooms in this unequalled home. You must see this Masterpiece!
$10,500,000
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$2,395,000
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$1,995,000
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310.371.6330
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Modern masterpiece, newly remodeled four level home Exquisite contemporary interior design 3865 sq’ home, 3 Bedrooms, 3 baths Listen to the waves crashing on the beach. Easy direct access to the beach and sand. Panoramic Ocean and Palos Verdes views. 4 car garage with extra room for watercraft & motorcycles Modern stainless steel and glass garage door. Elevator that services all four levels Ocean view upper level deck & mezzanine with wet bar. 3 fireplaces with modern Italian stone surrounds & hearths Gas fireplaces include crushed glass for flames to burst through Entertaining level includes Kitchen, Living, Dining & media rooms 2 ocean view decks with BBQ and heater gas hookups New Kitchen cabinets with modern espresso finish Stainless steel appliances and Italian modern sink. Caesar stone counters throughout the house. Master bedroom with walk in closet and office or gym area. Master bathroom with Jacuzzi tub and over sized shower. Large guest bedrooms & baths with private Italian glass sinks Separate laundry room and utility storage Shining polished concrete and maple hardwood floors Magic windows with hiding screens when closed. Hunter Douglas blinds throughout the home Security system with hook up for front door camera Central vacuum system, Soft water system for entire home Private backyard with mature trees. Rare this close to beach Plenty of extra storage cabinets through out home & garage Located within walking distance of the famous Hollywood Riviera Minutes away from LAX Airport, Hermosa & Manhattan Beaches
Offered at $2,450,000
RICK THOMAS eReal Estate Corp, Redondo Beach 310-291-1900 rick@rickthomasrealestate.com Rickthomasrealestate.com DRE# 00761763
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Great front curb appeal! Inviting entrance to the huge living room. Large and Spacious hallway makes this home special for entertaining. Contemporary kitchen with center island and breakfast area. Huge family room overlooks the pool and coastline view. 4 bedroom, 3.5 baths, 4,668 living sq.ft., 11,607 sq.ft. lot size. 3 car garage. Pool and Spa. Excellent city, ocean and coastline view in some of the rooms. Motivated Sellers!
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$2,490,000
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Create a legacy for generations to come. This nearly 400-acre property features endless development possibilities for polo, family recreation, and resort-style residences. Develop a Millionaire’s Playground in the scenic Lake Hughes area of Los Angeles. The 395acre property is comprised of an 18 hole golf course, 113 space full hook-up RV park, onsite restaurant, Pro Shop, tennis & basketball courts, children’s playground and swimming pools. The property backs up to Angeles National Forest land on the south border and provides access to 10,000+ acres of public National Forest Land, with direct
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$6,300,000
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