Maana Homes, an independent hospitality brand co-founded by Irene Chang and Hana Tsukamoto, is redefining luxury by creating serene environments within historic machiya townhouses. Combining traditional Japanese carpentry techniques with modern comforts, Maana Kyoto offers a soulful space that reflects Japan’s culture of simplicity.
Sears was once a dominant force, accounting for 1% of the U.S. economy and having 3,500 retail stores. However, its decline began with the completion of the Sears Tower in 1974. In contrast, Amazon continues to grow and diversify, owning over 40 companies today.
Perched on a high point in Palos Verdes, this exceptional 5-bedroom, 6.5-bath home offers breathtaking ocean, coastline, and Catalina Island views. Spanning approximately 7,088 square feet, the property features a double-gated entrance, a circular motor court, and beautifully landscaped gardens.
The collaboration between renowned architecture and design firms has resulted in the creation of 1055 Stradella Road, a remarkable residential project in Bel Air. Designed by David Maman, in partnership with SAOTA and Dieter Vander Velpen, this six-bedroom, eleven-bathroom home spans 13,600 square feet and offers sophistication and breathtaking views.
A remarkable achievement has been accomplished at 401 Ocean Ave as the entire development has sold out at record-breaking numbers. These five luxurious residences combine beachside living, modern conveniences, breathtaking views, and a historic California address. With unobstructed ocean vistas, high-end amenities, and a prime location in Santa Monica, these homes offer an unparalleled lifestyle opportunity.
ON THE COVER At home on the hill: space, privacy and a central location take center stage at this elegant manhattan beach domestic retreat.
NBA player Ben Simmons’ home in the exclusive guard-gated community of Hidden Hills is an entertainer’s paradise. Designed by Nobel LA, the 12,000-square-foot property boasts seven bedrooms, eight bathrooms, a home theater, fitness/music studio, detached guest house, and a four-car garage and motor court.
The House of Binil, designed by Kannur-based architecture and design firm 3dor Concepts, is a contemporary wonder located in north Kerala, India. The house sits on the same plot of land where the owner grew up, paying homage to the past while embracing the present.
The former puppet theater located at La Cienega and Melrose Place in Los Angeles has been transformed into a 14,000 SqFt space for powerful women in business. Designed by JM|A+D and TAP Studio for the architecture, and AvroKO for the interiors, the space is designed to encourage collaboration, with spacious and airy rooms that provide the ideal environment for discussion.
Brent Comber, the founder of Brent Comber Originals, has been creating art and designs that are inspired by the beauty of the Pacific Northwest for over 30 years. After realizing that there were no furnishings available that matched his designs, he started carving benches from timber recovered from old buildings in Vancouver. Eventually, Brent shifted his focus from garden making to art and design.
I always enjoy breaking the rules and looking for exceptions to those rules. Today, I’m thrilled to introduce you to one of those exceptions – a bird that can sleep while flying in midair! The Alpine Swift is a crafty little bird that can remain in the air for up to seven months without landing. It can eat insects, sleep, and even drink water off its wing while flying, breaking all the rules.
The corner property 501 John Street in Manhattan Beach, owned by television writer and producer of “Modern Family” Danny Zuker, is a luxurious 5,725 square-foot property, complete with an ocean-view primary suite, an open-plan kitchen, and an outdoor living area that includes a pool deck, barbecue kitchen, and dining and lounging areas.
