It was the mid-1980s when Ed Kaminsky, a transplant from Ohio who was working in the jewelry business, decided to try his hand in real estate. Dominating luxury real estate in the South Bay, selling over 100 properties a year, Ed Kaminsky is engaged in businesses beyond selling properties.
Built in 2013 by Caras Homes, the property’s well-maintained exterior consists of classic white siding, black plantation shutters, and a bright red door. Inside, the gorgeous upper level is light and airy with a slightly vaulted shiplap ceiling in the living room and a lovely fireplace tiled in a modern Moroccan motif. The fireplace is flanked by built-in cabinetry with wainscoting door details. Massive Nano doors lead out to a generous patio for indoor-outdoor living. The entire floor is trimmed with oversized windows, which allow natural light and incredible views to pour into the space.
When developers first laid eyes on the parcel of land where they hoped to build a new luxury, mixed-use rental community, the downtown Santa Monica site was dotted with outdated fast-food joints and an antique mall. Parking also was difficult, as cars entering and leaving disrupted traffic flow.
Within this storybook, developer Khajak Kassabian created one of the neighborhood’s newest and most magnificent homes. Well-concealed behind thick green foliage, elegant wooden gates swing open to reveal this case study of grace, which is comfortably set back behind a spacious motor court.
Set on creating a faithful rendition of the architectural style, they carefully decked the property with bona fide features: cacti on the front lawn and thick roof beams (also called vigas) along the roofline with antique wood details throughout. They also managed to infuse the sprawling home with classic California Coastal features and unexpected, family-friendly twists.
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