ON THE COVER | Estate Escape:With commanding ocean views and more than an acre-and-a-half of sculptured grounds, this blufftop estate is a Provençal dream along the Pacific Coast presented by Chris Adlam of Vista Sotheby’s International Realty.
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 an eye toward adaptability and environmental impact.
Tucked away on the exclusive Lower Paseo La Cresta, this enchanting 1.52-acre French Provençal estate in Palos Verdes Estates captures the romance of the European countryside with sweeping ocean views, elegant stone architecture, and serene gardens. With over 7,500 square feet of refined living space—including a charming guesthouse, resort-style pool area, and secluded fruit orchard—this coastal sanctuary offers a rare blend of privacy, luxury, and storybook beauty just minutes from top schools and amenities.
ON THE COVER | A New Design of Home: A designer’s personal Manhattan Beach sanctuary presents coastal luxury via well-tempered refinement and family-friendly functionality presented by Richard Haynes of Haynes Real Estate.
In the heart of Manhattan Beach’s coveted Gas Lamp District, designer Nicole Heininger of Est. Collective has crafted her most personal project yet—a refined, family-friendly sanctuary that fuses coastal elegance with bold, modern design. With a sunlit courtyard at its center, 515 Marine Avenue offers effortless indoor-outdoor living, luxurious natural materials, and thoughtful architecture by Laney LA—all within walking distance to schools, shops, and the beach. This 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath home is a rare blend of serene privacy, soulful detail, and sophisticated function.
ON THE COVER | Strand Duet: A rare duo of contrasting Strand homes—one classic, one modern—on two neighboring parcels marks a milestone in Manhattan Beach real estate presented by Ed Kaminsky of The Kaminsky Real Estate Group at eXp Realty
A once-in-a-generation opportunity hits the Manhattan Beach market with 1808 & 1812 The Strand—two neighboring oceanfront homes offering 66 feet of rare coastal frontage. Listed by Ed Kaminsky, this contrasting duo—a striking Modernist concrete residence and a pristine 1922 Craftsman cottage—can be purchased separately or together, presenting unparalleled potential for a dream estate or landmark compound in one of the most coveted stretches of The Strand.
ON THE COVER | Splendor by the Shore: Pedigreed design, a coveted location and infinite ocean views define an exceptional architectural masterpiece on the North Hermosa Strand presented by Robb Stroyke of Bayside RE Partners and Brad Feld SRA Advisors.
Experience coastal luxury at its finest at 3124 The Strand—a one-of-a-kind oceanfront masterpiece in North Hermosa Beach. Designed by top names like Marmol Radziner, Tamaro Design Group and Tim Clarke, this 6-bed, 7-bath, 5,250-SF residence blends warm modern design with Balinese touches and sweeping views from Malibu to Catalina. With a rooftop deck, finished basement, guest quarters, and standout indoor-outdoor spaces, this architectural gem delivers elevated beach living in every detail.
Gwyneth Paltrow’s latest Goop boutique in Larkspur, Northern California, is a masterclass in serene, intentional design—crafted in collaboration with Orange County-based studio viaClover. Nestled in the Marin Country Mart, the 1,200-square-foot space blends French, New York, and Californian influences with warm ’70s vibes, inviting visitors to explore wellness through curated beauty, home, and fashion offerings—plus Goop’s first-ever in-store treatment room.
ON THE COVER | Raw Beauty: In Rancho Palos Verdes, a meticulous oceanfront estate from a visionary architect is a spectacular expression of Organic Modernism presented by Nate Cole of the brokerage Modern California House.
A rare architectural masterpiece by Aaron G. Green, protégé of Frank Lloyd Wright, 8 Sea Cove Drive in Rancho Palos Verdes is an oceanfront estate that embodies organic modernism with timeless grace. Set on 3.4 acres with sweeping views of the Pacific, Abalone Cove, and Catalina Island, this meticulously preserved 1959 residence seamlessly blends nature, design, and functionality—featuring dramatic open-plan living, redwood and mahogany details, and thoughtful indoor-outdoor flow.
