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The El Porto Landmark: A Tech-Forward Architectural Icon on The Strand

Located on a prime corner lot in the surfer’s paradise of El Porto, this architecturally significant 5-level residence on The Strand is a six-year pursuit of perfection. Designed by Michael Lee Architects, the tech-forward, steel-and-concrete masterpiece offers reflective privacy glass, Gaggenau kitchen, and sweeping Pacific views from Palos Verdes to Malibu. Highlights include an Italian glass elevator, a soaring 20-foot media room with a two-story green wall and koi pond, a copper-clad spa deck, and radiant heating throughout all five levels.

A Traditional Touch

The five-bedroom, approximately 5,500-square-foot home was envisioned as an elegant beachfront haven for holidays and family gatherings by the northern California couple who commissioned it in the 2000s.

Lauren Forbes and John Corrales of Coldwell Banker

John Corrales and Lauren Forbes, a high-performing duo from Coldwell Banker, credits their dynamic team as part of the formula for their success. While they can’t reveal the other ingredients, they recently chatted with South Bay Digs about their work and why they feel especially fortunate.