Before taking the plunge into architecture in 2006, Rafael de Cárdenas started his career as a menswear designer at Calvin Klein, then became a creative director at the special effects production house Imaginary Forces—two experiences that forged his aesthetic.
Splitting their time between New York City and Toronto, Ontario natives George Yabu and Glenn Pushelberg have conquered the world. Hotels, retail, restaurants, residences, and furniture are all among their practice’s vast array of projects.
There have been substantial investments made in development projects over the past few years that have solidly propelled the city into a new era that some businessmen and even professional writers are classifying as “trendy” and “cool.”
According to Mansion Global, Mauricio Umansky, CEO and founder of the Los Angeles-based brokerage The Agency, listed his Bel Air home for sale Wednesday, with an asking price of $6.99 million. The home is also available to rent, with a monthly ask of $50,000.
According to RisMedia, members of the real estate industry are responding to the passage of the Senate tax plan, which chiefly includes a 20 percent corporate tax rate—down from 35 percent—and reduced rates for families and individuals over the next seven years. The development follows the House passage of its own plan in November.
ON THE COVER Beach City Chic: This sophisticated home on the Grand Canal just a stone’s throw away from the beach, offers the joys of the waterside living on the Westside presented by Nora and Peter Wendel of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage.
5202 Pacific Avenue: A sophisticated home on the Grand Canal, just steps from the beach, offers the joys of waterside living on the Westside. This Mediterranean-style gem boasts a rooftop deck, elegant interiors, and picturesque views. With proximity to both the ocean and major work hubs, it’s a rare find.
A novel new membership-based service that aims to provide a secure, searchable online platform for licensed real estate agents to consolidate, share and explore pocket listings nationwide has emerged with The Pocket Listing Service (ThePLS.com).
The Mid-century Modern design, known for clean lines and organic curves, maintains its allure in contemporary spaces. From architecture to interiors, this style embraces open layouts, sleekness, and functionality creating a lasting impact worldwide.
