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An Elevated Vision: 401 N Dianthus Street

Jenn Thornton October 2, 2024

Discover the epitome of coastal modern farmhouse style blended with sophisticated city chic at 401 N Dianthus Street in Manhattan Beach. This 6,300-square-foot masterpiece, crafted

An Oasis in Manhattan Beach: Discover the Serenity of 2104 Laurel Avenue

Constance Dunn April 3, 2024

Experience the epitome of Manhattan Beach living in this meticulously crafted designer home at 2104 Laurel Avenue. Nestled in the coveted Tree Section, this luxurious

Doug Leach-designed Manhattan Beach Home Sees Beautiful Custom Remodel

Constance Dunn September 3, 2020

It takes a while of living in a home to capture its essence, and for homeowners, Blake and Tricia, the charms of this six-bedroom Doug

custom home the strand bayside real estate manhattan beach

There’s Been 3 A++ Homes Like This on The Strand in 20-Years!

Constance Dunn May 28, 2020

A custom luxury home—on a hyper-exclusive corner of Manhattan Beach’s much-beloved Strand—offers a rare union of privacy, space and location.

New Timeless Design In The Manhattan Beach Sand Section by the Altamura Real Estate Group

Constance Dunn February 5, 2020

A forever home is one that works just as perfectly today as it did decades ago, and often resists being visually typecast as belonging to

Audrey Judson Discusses New Doug Leach-designed Walkstreet Home

Constance Dunn January 22, 2020

A cheerful new coastal California home meshes elevated style and an of-the-moment floor plan to make the most of walk-street living.

Caroline Burke Design: Transforming Everyday Living

Wendy Bowman December 17, 2019

Caroline started her full-service interior design firm in 2007 after working with celebrity home designer Sue Balmforth, and Michael Maloney. She offers one-hour, in-home consultations

Hybrid Manhattan Beach Home: 401 N. Dianthus Street

Joclene Davey May 16, 2019

Dressed in white siding and rough-cut stone, a beautifully executed example of new construction at 401 N. Dianthus Street in the Hill Section of Manhattan

Caroline Burke—Flexibility, Practicality & Classic Beauty

Constance Dunn April 18, 2019

“If you watch little children, and see what they’re doing at a very young age,” says designer Caroline Burke, “it’s probably what they should be

Architect Doug Leach Showcases Cape Cod Design in Manhattan Beach Hill Section

Architect Doug Leach Showcases Cape Cod Design in Manhattan Beach Estate

Wendy Bowman August 9, 2018

The quintessential Cape Cod just off of Pacific Avenue is located at 814 10th Street in Manhattan Beach and surrounded by lush green lawns and

Paul L’Esperance, Daelan Cory, L’Esperance Design

Paul L’Esperance & Daelan Cory of L’Esperance Design

Joclene Davey April 5, 2018

Post design school, Paul L’Esperance landed his first professional job for the legendary Hearst family, whose attention he had captured. When the co-founder of L’Esperance

1901 Palm a Serene Stunner

Joclene Davey January 25, 2018

A Modern Cape Cod Marries Contemporary Style and Tradition With Fresh Appeal One innately desires a beautiful place to call home, where comfort and function