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Inside the Mind of Grant Kirkpatrick: Architecture as a Radical Act of Beauty

Constance Dunn December 10, 2025

Architect Grant Kirkpatrick of KAA Design emphasizes the fundamental importance of beauty in architecture, arguing it is as essential to human existence as basic needs. He marries modern technology with traditional craftsmanship, ensuring every design reflects human intention. KAA Design prioritizes creating unique, sustainable homes tailored to each client’s story and environment, sourcing local materials and embracing imperfections. Kirkpatrick’s approach connects to a lineage of Southern California Modernist design and champions the human touch in an increasingly automated world.

An illuminated rooftop swimming pool at dusk surrounded by modern outdoor sofas, chaise lounges, and lush desert landscaping, with the Pacific Ocean and Santa Monica cityscape visible under a colorful sunset sky, highlighting the luxury amenities of The Park Santa Monica.

The Witkoff Group Unveils The Park Santa Monica: A Seven-Story Oasis of Luxury

Abigail Stone November 12, 2025

Beyond a mere residence, The Park Santa Monica is a dynamic seven-story building, designed by Koning Eizenberg Architecture for The Witkoff Group, redefines luxury living by seamlessly blending beauty, wellness, and community. With 249 thoughtfully crafted apartments featuring top-tier amenities, from white oak flooring to solar panels, The Park Santa Monica sets itself apart.

Illuminated modern luxury Papillon estate exterior. Grand stone facade, glass entrance, circular driveway with fountain at dusk.

Papillon in Beverly Hills: Landry Design Group’s Masterpiece of Modern Luxury and French Elegance

Jenn Thornton October 1, 2025

This Beverly Hills estate by Landry Design Group—named Best Architecture Single Residence at the 2024–2025 International Property Awards—blends modern architecture with the grandeur of a French château and the elegance of a five-star hotel. With interiors by Philip Nimmo, the home features breathtaking details from a soaring butterfly-inspired chandelier to expansive glass walls, lush gardens, and luxurious hospitality-driven spaces. The result is a masterpiece of design, where sophistication meets warmth in a residence that is both a showpiece and a sanctuary.

Paul McClean & the Art of Designing the World’s Most Striking Homes

Constance Dunn September 10, 2025

From sketching houses as a boy in Dublin to designing some of Los Angeles’ most iconic modern estates, Paul McClean has become the definitive architect of the California dream. Known for his glass-and-steel masterpieces that balance water, light, and breathtaking landscapes, McClean’s journey is one of vision, persistence, and global influence. On the Titans of Trade podcast, he shares how he built a career shaping the skylines of LA—and beyond—into monuments of modern living.

Edward Ogosta’s ‘Four Eyes’ Will Give You an Endorphin Rush

Jenn Thornton January 8, 2025

Four Eyes House by Edward Ogosta is a bold architectural masterpiece designed to inspire contemplation of life’s big questions through site-specific, experiential design. This modernist retreat interacts profoundly with its desert surroundings, featuring four “sleeping towers” that each frame a unique view, from sunrise to evening skies.

South Bay Digs • November 29, 2024

DIGS November 26, 2024

ON THE COVER | Perched in the hills, this stunning home by XTEN Architecture marries beauty, functionality, and sustainability, creating an unparalleled indoor-outdoor connection. Designed for California natives with a vision, the residence boasts breathtaking city views, 55-foot sliding glass doors, and a cantilevered primary suite. Thoughtful details, from textured stone to warm interiors by Chimera, harmonize with the natural landscape, while innovative features like a central courtyard flood the home with light. With precision and artistry, XTEN transforms hillside living into a masterpiece of modern design.

XTEN Architecture: A Perfect Ten

Abigail Stone November 26, 2024

In Los Angeles, good word of mouth plays an important role in the decision to hire an architect or an interior designer. Certainly, that was the case when it came to sussing out the perfect design-build firm, XTEN Architecture, to create this home in West Hollywood’s coveted “Bird Streets.”

Landscape Designer John Sharp’s Garden Paradises

Karine Monié November 13, 2024

Los Angeles-based landscape designer John Sharp transforms historic homes and modern properties into stunning outdoor retreats tailored to each unique environment. Known for his innovative, sensory-driven approach, Sharp collaborates with celebrity clients like Hilary Duff and Zoey Deutch, crafting water-conscious and sustainable landscapes that blend beauty, wellness, and play.

Limelight Residences Mammoth evening exterior

Elevate Your Mountain Experience: Introducing Limelight Residences Mammoth

Constance Dunn March 6, 2024

Escape to the majestic beauty of Mammoth Mountain’s snow-capped peaks and indulge in luxurious mountain living at the Limelight Residences Mammoth. Nestled within the heart of the Village at Mammoth, this exclusive collection of 15 high-end residences offers a sophisticated retreat where every detail is meticulously crafted for comfort and convenience.

Electric Bowery Venice Victorian pathway

Venice Beach Elegance: Explore Electric Bowery’s Victoria Residence

Jenn Thornton November 15, 2023

The Victoria Residence, a masterpiece by Los Angeles Architecture and Interior Design Studio Electric Bowery, nestled in the vibrant enclave of Venice Beach. Led by co-founders Cayley Lambur and Lucia Bartholomew, Electric Bowery crafted a contemporary hacienda-style home for a creative couple deeply rooted in the arts.

Breathtaking Blufftop Living: 317 Rocky Point III in Palos Verdes Estates

Constance Dunn November 1, 2023

Boasting two designer stuctures on over an acre of meticulously landscaped grounds, 317 Rocky Point III a coastal retreat offers unobstructed 180-degree views of the shimmering ocean, winding coastline, and a breathtaking panorama stretching from Catalina to Malibu. The main residence, masterfully designed by Tim Clarke, features airy elegance with a coastal palette, reclaimed wood-beam ceilings, and high-end finishes.

320 St. Pierre Road Exterior Aerial View

320 St. Pierre Road: A $46 Million Architectural Gem with Paul Williams’ Touch

Jenn Thornton October 4, 2023

320 St. Pierre Road in Bel-Air is a $46 million estate, an exquisite property behind the prestigious East Gate. With roots dating back to 1930, it was designed by Allison & Allison, and further enriched by midcentury icon Paul Williams. The current owners have masterfully blended its historical grandeur with contemporary elegance.

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