3124 The Strand: Splendor by the Shore

Elevating the luxurious beach lifestyle with stylish, exquisitely finished ease, 3124 The Strand is the oceanfront ideal. From its front-row seat at the “Foot of Longfellow” on the coveted North Hermosa Strand to extravagant coastline views from Malibu to Catalina, this first-in-class address, marked by an immaculately crafted custom residence, truly is an elite seat. 

Located between the iconic Hermosa and Manhattan Beach Piers, the four-story, 5,250-square-foot home is a singular work of aspiration for all those who stroll past its striking Beach Modern-inspired façade. Inside, the six-bedroom, seven-bath abode with rooftop deck, breezy beach patio, fully finished basement, and guest quarters is all inspiration, a contemporary expression of high style, impeccable craftsmanship, and a series of gracious lifestyle spaces supporting assorted experiences—entertaining, retreating, connecting. 

Designed by Marmol Radziner, Tomaro, JJ Home MB, and Tim Clarke Design, the residence reflects sophisticated modern design with warm Balinese touches, mid-century modern motifs and meticulous custom detail for an effortless coastal soul. Further infused with sublime natural light and crisp ocean air, the interior draws its fresh, organic feel from a mix of vast glass, rich mahogany and walnut woods, polished concrete, and top-quality quartz and stone. 

“Everything is super high-end,” says developer, owner, and agent Brad Feld, who is co-listing this “labor of love” with agent Robb Stroyke of Stroyke Properties of Bayside Real Estate Partners. Painstakingly involved in the process, he adds, “I can’t think of one thing I would change. It’s special.” 

Spectacular, too.  From the moment the 11-foot-tall mahogany front door pivots open, one is swept up in the spectacle of the breathtaking foyer showcasing a soaring four-story stair tower sheathed in hand-chiseled stone, and a sleek floating staircase of exposed steel. Overhead, an intricate architectural wood beam ceiling is adorned with a statement chandelier and wrapped in clerestory windows for natural ventilation. 

This unforgettable first impression continues two landings down from the foyer to the open main living area, which blends the warm, deep sand views with the striking blue ocean, seamlessly creating the ultimate indoor-outdoor oasis of social interaction or relaxation.

“Because this floor was really built for entertaining,” says Brad Feld, noting the kitchen, great room, dining room, library/study, beach patio, and integrated stone powder bath with plantation-shutter appeal, “I wanted all the family spaces on one level.”

To that end, the heart of this arrangement is the chef’s-dream kitchen boasting a waterfall-top kitchen island with eat-in bar, walk-in pantry, and designer appliances from Wolf, Sub-Zero and Miele. The bluish-grey tile backsplash is a showpiece that, combined with the Bluestone quartz countertops, offers a cool-toned contrast to the warm walnut cabinetry.

Adjacent, the dining room highlights a dazzling mid-century-style chandelier and awning-esque windows, under which is an elaborate entertaining area containing a wine refrigerator cabinet, beverage fridge, Kegerator, and more.

Just beyond, the great room with sumptuous mahogany ceiling gazes out at sand, sea and sky. Backdropped by this cinematically scenic expanse, bi-fold privacy glass doors—including some that fold into the fireplace itself, creating the illusion that the hearth is holding up the house—open the space to the elevated beach patio for desired indoor/outdoor living. The perfect perch to watch the activity on the Strand, this outdoor oasis with tidy landscaped fringe is arguably the best seat in the house. There are rivals, however. 

Upstairs, the plush primary suite basks in beautifully-hued horizons, too. With another stone fireplace and an architectural ceiling that echoes the one in the foyer, the space’s large sliding glass doors open to the oceanfront wrap-around balcony offering big views in both directions. The en-suite primary spa bath, meanwhile, supports escapism of another sort, with a soaking tub, steam shower and custom vanity, topped off with an ample walk-in closet.

Life at the top of the residence does not disappoint. The rooftop deck is a refuge of unobstructed views, privacy, and plush appointments: Jacuzzi, television, fireplace, and custom outdoor kitchen. No matter the interlude or the hour, this splendid outdoor haven is fully equipped, whether for a restful soak in the Jacuzzi, a rejuvenating ice bath, or a sunset cook under rosy-gold skies.

Descending to the lower level is to delight in one of the last approved basements in Hermosa Beach. This one with enviable 12-foot-high ceilings and a smashing, soundproof set-up with media room, game area, and fabulous speakeasy-style bar with a Bluestone quartz countertop and seating for six, plus dual glass wine closets with storage for 75 bottles each, kegerators, a beverage fridge and more.

Motorized clerestory windows allow fresh air to permeate the “underground luxury,” as Brad Feld describes the space, which also contains another bathroom and a gym with lots of storage. 

Among the many assets of 3124 The Strand, the “Surf Spa” is a connected studio apartment with separate entrance.

“It’s very versatile,” Brad Feld says of this self-contained space, which is ideal for guests, a live-in au pair or possibly a renter.

With built-in queen-sized bunks, a triple-sized steam shower, toilet room with sink, media area, kitchenette, storage lockers, and washer/dryer with an “indestructible” waterproof stone floor for sandy entrances.

“It could be used a lot of ways.”

Additional features of the turnkey 3124 The Strand include a laundry room, two-car garage, elevator, and outdoor shower with storage for beach toys, as well as state-of-the-art systems such as radiant heat/AC, ECS Camera Security Systems, SAVANT Smartphone APP controls, a music system, two Tesla Power Walls, solar, Lutron lighting, Loewen windows/sliders and more.

A generational opportunity of exceptionally stylish heights, 3124 The Strand is the definition of living the dream—by sea and by Strand.

Photography by Paul Jonason