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South Bay Digs • October 4, 2024

DIGS October 2, 2024

ON THE COVER | An Elevated Vision: In the Manhattan Beach Hill Section, a residence by a dream build-design trio combines coastal modern farmhouse style

tom lewith, TDO Architecture, Forest Pond House

At The Waters Edge—TDO Architecture’s Forest Pond House

Jenn Thornton October 2, 2024

A kids’ space and a serene meditation spot are the contrasting functions that mark the Forest Pond House, a small, pristine case study of intentional

South Bay Digs • September 20, 2024

DIGS September 18, 2024

ON THE COVER | A New Approach: In a smart departure from traditional beachside design, this contemporary Manhattan Beach residence basks in breezes, sunlight and

The Webster, David Adjaye, Los Angeles, LA, fashion, pink, purple,

Richly Pigmented Spaces Show a Fresh Chromatic Confidence

Jenn Thornton September 18, 2024

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

The Bureau: Collaboration at Its Best

Karine Monié September 18, 2024

Set in an Up-and-coming Wine Destination, This Immersive Glass Pavilion Reflects the Creative Approach of The Bureau, a California-based Design Studio That Works Closely With

A New Approach: Inside the Innovative Design of 2821 Alma Avenue

Constance Dunn September 18, 2024

In a departure from typical beachside designs, the contemporary home at 2821 Alma Avenue in Manhattan Beach, designed by Brooks + Scarpa, embraces an inward-focused

South Bay Digs • September 6, 2024

DIGS September 4, 2024

ON THE COVER | Sand Section Starr: An oceanview Manhattan Beach residence, designed by Jonathan Starr, offers grand views on a big lot—and architecture to

Studio Rick Joy, Tubac House, Tuscon, Arizona, Architecture

Studio Rick Joy’s Tubac House: Of the Heavens & Earth

Jenn Thornton September 4, 2024

Even by Studio Rick Joy’s standards, Tubac House is of uncommon stature. Located south of Tucson, roughly 25 miles from the northern Mexico border, the

401 27th Street, Manhattan Beach sunset view

Jonathan Starr’s Architectural Gem “Cloudbreak”: Oceanview Living Redefined 401 27th Street

Constance Dunn September 4, 2024

Discover “Cloudbreak,” a timeless 6,227-square-foot oceanview residence in Manhattan Beach, masterfully designed by Jonathan Starr. Positioned on an oversized lot in the coveted Sand Section,

South Bay Digs • August 23, 2024

DIGS August 21, 2024

ON THE COVER | At Home in East Manhattan: A fresh, new construction residence is distinguished by its airy scale, outdoor living and eye towards

Vincent Van Duysen: Redefines Minimalist Design

Jenn Thornton August 21, 2024

Architect Vincent Van Duysen adds another honest intervention to his repertoire of understated designs with his tour to de force transformation of a 19th century

At Home in East Manhattan: 1827 8th Street

Constance Dunn August 21, 2024

Experience contemporary luxury at 1827 8th Street, a brand-new residence in East Manhattan Beach crafted by acclaimed architect Howard Crabtree. This 6-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom home spans