Along the 7th Street walk street, there’s a new flourish in the form of an inviting contemporary home 57 7th Street, approximately 4,200 square feet in size—a 4-bedroom and 6-bathroom designer haven that’s defined by its beach and ocean views, low-key glamour, and generous selection of sunlit gathering spaces.
At the intersection of the Strand and the 18th Street walk street—perhaps the most charming street of its kind in a town that’s known for them—colorful landscaping, colonnaded stone stairs leading to the beach, and an imposing three-story home complete the picturesque scene.
ON THE COVER Ultra Strand: A high-altitude address on the Manhattan Beach Strand is home to unparalleled views of the ocean and coastline, plus a sophisticated custom residence with parking for seven presented by Lauren Forbes of The Lauren Forbes Group at Compass.
ON THE COVER A World of Its Own: Exquisite craftsmanship and a tranquil, Pacific Rim design create a jewel of oceanfront living along the Manhattan Beach Strand presented by Lauren Forbes of The Lauren Forbes Group at Compass.
When walking into 2804 The Strand, be sure to look at the ground. Etched in the earthy travertine stone are the Japanese symbols for Peaceful. The message, written in pale white on tan, is subtle, like the property itself—a well-crafted, sunlit world of placid living in the midst of top-of-the-world ocean views.
ON THE COVER New and Next on 9th. Well-heeled glamour and outdoor living take center stage at this spacious new Hill Section home presented by Nick Schneider and Lauren Forbes of Compass.
ON THE COVER New and Next On 9th: well-heeled glamour and outdoor living take center stage at this spacious Hill Section home presented by Nick Schneider & Lauren Forbes of Compass.
It was the mellow atmosphere of the Hill Section in Manhattan Beach that convinced a custom home developer Saeid Shokravi to go ahead with this voluminous new five-bedroom home and inspired its plantation-influenced modern look. The result is a residence ideally suited for life as it’s lived today, with sophistication and user-friendliness locked in neatly together.
ON THE COVER Coastal Classic:a Tomaro Design Group Mediterranean home with a prize address on a north Hermosa walk street offered by Lauren Forbes & John Corrales of Compass.
The ocean is everywhere—its special light, air and atmosphere are palpable along this friendly street where neighbors gather freely for outdoor gatherings, particularly at sunset.
“I have the most amazing playground in the world right in front of the house,” says David James, owner of a contemporary Manhattan Beach dwelling that he commissioned prolific Beach Cities architect Michael Lee to design.
ON THE COVER Perched over the Pacific: Fine features and keen design make the most of this Manhattan Beach abode and its brilliant ocean views at 2615 Crest Drive offered by Lauren Forbes and John Corrales of Compass.
