Tucked away on over half an acre in Hermosa Beach, 1807 Valley Park Avenue is a rare, resort-style compound where lush privacy and beach-city living seamlessly converge. Hidden behind a discreet exterior lies a tropical sanctuary with a lagoon-style pool and waterslide, sports court, guesthouse, and expansive indoor-outdoor living spaces designed for both everyday ease and unforgettable entertaining.
This sophisticated, custom-built residence at 2526 Hermosa Avenue, on an oversized North Hermosa lot boasts unobstructed Pacific Ocean views from its rooftop deck and throughout. The home features European elegance with California light, smart home technology, and seamless indoor-outdoor living, all within steps of the beach....
This exquisitely renovated Spanish-style home in Redondo Beach's Riviera offers "California cool luxury" with panoramic ocean views. Designed by Gabriel Miller, the 4-bedroom residence features high-end finishes, custom details, and...
Architect Grant Kirkpatrick of KAA Design emphasizes the fundamental importance of beauty in architecture, arguing it is as essential to human existence as basic needs. He marries modern technology with...
Located on Paseo Del Mar in Palos Verdes Estates, this coastal estate offers refined design, outdoor living, and Pacific Ocean views. The 7,659 sq ft shingle-style residence features six bedrooms,...
This secluded, European-style villa at 1000 Highview Avenue in Manhattan Beach offers a rare combination of privacy, ocean views, and proximity to downtown and the beach. The five-bedroom home features...
Kerimov Architects' Riverwave, a residential project in Texas, exemplifies the firm's organic and fluid design philosophy, harmonizing with its riverside setting. Inspired by water and nature, the award-winning design features...
Beyond a mere residence, The Park Santa Monica is a dynamic seven-story building, designed by Koning Eizenberg Architecture for The Witkoff Group, redefines luxury living by seamlessly blending beauty, wellness, and community. With 249 thoughtfully crafted apartments featuring top-tier amenities, from white oak flooring to solar panels, The Park Santa...
This Beverly Hills estate by Landry Design Group—named Best Architecture Single Residence at the 2024–2025 International Property Awards—blends modern architecture with the grandeur of a French château and the elegance of a five-star hotel. With interiors by Philip Nimmo, the home features breathtaking details from a soaring butterfly-inspired chandelier to...
Tucked into the hills of Healdsburg, Fire Country Lookout is a striking off-grid retreat that marries sustainability with modern design. Conceived by Studio VARA and shaped by a family’s deep connection to land and legacy, the home follows the contours of its ridge-top site, blending resilience, environmental stewardship, and timeless...
Four Eyes House by Edward Ogosta is a bold architectural masterpiece designed to inspire contemplation of life’s big questions through site-specific, experiential design. This modernist retreat interacts profoundly with its...
Dramatically dark, yet unambiguously modern building is not the type of architecture one necessarily expects to find in Pasadena. But the LR2 House, a remarkable 4,200-square-foot dwelling by Santa Monica...
In Los Angeles, good word of mouth plays an important role in the decision to hire an architect or an interior designer. Certainly, that was the case when it came...
The yurt—that portable, tent-like structure used by nomadic tribes—comes from ancient origins but is having a moment. In truth it’s never gone away....
Explore the enduring connection between creativity and place through the Historic Artists’ Homes and Studios (HAHS) program. With 36 associate sites nationwide, including Russel Wright's Dragon Rock House and Studio,...
ON THE COVER | 1807 Valley Park: Where lush privacy meets Beach Cities lifestyle—a half-acre Hermosa Beach hideaway with sunny resort amenities, a stroll away from the ocean.
ON THE COVER | Villa Del Mar: A sophisticated home on an oversized North Hermosa lot celebrates unbridled Pacific Ocean views presented by Jen Caskey of Jen Caskey Group at Compass.
ON THE COVER | Coastal Cool - Laid-back luxury comes to the Riviera in this exquisitely finished Redondo Beach residence with vast ocean views that epitomizes elevated coastal living presented by Rachel Ezra of Vista Sotheby's International Realty.
ON THE COVER | Discover why architect Grant Kirkpatrick of KAA Design Group believes beauty is essential to human existence—and how craftsmanship remains vital in an age dominated by machines. From Modernist homes built to last generations to globally inspired residences rooted deeply in place, Kirkpatrick’s commitment to intention, nature, and the irreplaceable human touch in architecture.
Bandido Studio, a rising design powerhouse nestled in the heart of Puebla, Mexico, is making waves in the world of contemporary lighting. Drawing inspiration from the celestial ballet of the moon's phases, the studio has unveiled their latest masterpiece – the FASE lighting collection....
Step aboard Asani, a nearly 164-foot superyacht designed by Bergman Design House in collaboration with Italian shipyard Benetti, where luxury, craftsmanship, and serenity converge. Priced around $35 million, this floating masterpiece features bespoke interiors, curated artwork, and a harmonious palette that celebrates both elegance and the ocean environment—redefining what it...
Landscape architect Shauna Gillies-Smith, founder of Ground, designs vibrant, sustainable outdoor spaces that promote wellness, resilience, and connection. With roots in architecture and urban design, and a deep appreciation for nature, her work blends ecological function with dynamic, people-centered design — from waterfront parks to life science campuses — always...
With bold strokes and cool-to-hot hues, prismatic minds Olson Kundig, David Adjaye and Thiel Architecture + Design have produced distinctly vivacious designs in Seattle, Los Angeles and New York City,...
Elevate your outdoor living experience with VERGOLA—a cutting-edge, automated roof system meticulously crafted to harmonize with California's coastal lifestyle. Designed to seamlessly blend light, shade, and air, VERGOLA offers unparalleled...
Nestled amidst picturesque vineyards and olive trees in the Santa Ynez Valley, La Tarantella, a stunning villa, has been transformed into an enchanting space for private events. Spearheaded by Corinne...
