#1: Serene Castle in the Trees

Serene Castle in the Trees

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"Casa Brutale" is a one-of-a-kind masterpiece that is perfect for someone who enjoys secluded, ocean-front views and no noisy neighbors. The only part of the house that is above ground is the swimming pool, which also acts as the ceiling of the home and a massive natural light source. The entire façade of the house is a huge piece of glass facing out towards the sea.

The entire home is constructed with simple materials like wood, glass, and raw concrete, which puts the focus on the landscape and ocean. The interior is an open-floor plan design and is very simple and bare with high ceilings and a ton of light.

Photos courtesy of Designboom

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#1: French Country Home

One of the finest trophy properties in all of Pacific Palisades, this French-style country home boasts ocean views and is sited on a generous 34,000-square-foot lot. Set behind large gates with a motor court, the home is casual and elegant in every way. Grand entry hall opens to a formal living room with a fireplace and paneled library. Other features include an oval dining room, sun-filled breakfast room, gourmet kitchen, and gorgeous family room. The master suite has a large terrace overlooking Santa Monica Beach. This is a rare opportunity to own this home on the most prestigious street in the Huntington Palisades.

#2: Radiant So-Cal Estate

This brand new estate sits on one of the best streets in the coveted Palisades Riveria, home to many of Los Angeles' celebrities. Built and designed by Huntington Estate Homes, it flawlessly transitions between Cape Cod and contemporary styles, catering to quintessential indoor/outdoor southern California living. There are seven bedrooms and nine baths in 10,500 square feet on an 18,600-square-foot lot with magnificent ocean views. Enter the private, gated front garden that is complete with a picturesque lawn and cascading waterfall. Step through the double doors into a grand entrance with soaring ceilings, floating staircase, and a magnificent chandelier. The floor plan flows openly between the kitchen, living spaces, and yard with disappearing Fleetwood Pocket doors, creating the perfect environment for family and entertaining. Other features include an Old Hollywood-style theater with a 130-inch screen, surround sound, stadium seats, floor-to-ceiling suede panels, indoor exercise pool, spa, gym, office, guest beds, open air patio, and elevator access to take you from floor to floor.

#3: Exquisite Mediterranean-Style Villa

An extraordinary Mediterranean-style villa encompassing mesmerizing ocean and mountain views has presented itself on the market. Approximately 11,000 square feet of exquisite craftsmanship offers custom hardwoods and wall coverings throughout, mahogany-coffered living room ceilings, a true master suite retreat, incomparable kitchen, home theater, former celebrity owner’s sports bar, state-of-the-art technology, and much more. Multiple living areas with terraces overlooking the sea offer outdoor living at its finest, including a waterfall, koi pond, pebble tech pool, barbecue/kitchen area, fire pit, and private tennis court.

#4: Stunning Architectural

This stunning architectural Pacific Palisades home, designed by renowned architect, Anthony Zubic, has breathtaking expansive ocean and city views from the Queen’s Necklace to Downtown Los Angeles and beyond. It offers approximately 7,000 square feet of contemporary open plan living space that flows seamlessly through. From inside to outside, this state-of-the-art home is excellent for today’s modern lifestyle. The main level of this seven-bedroom, nine-bath home features a sophisticated formal sitting room, open plan family room and chef’s kitchen (with Miele and Wolf appliances), and separate dining room. The bonus games room/garden room and two downstairs bedrooms are also located on this level. Upstairs, the luxurious master bedroom suite with twin closets and fireplace has a wrap around balcony and a huge contemporary master bath. The office/den enjoys spectacular ocean and city views and opens up to a large balcony, which is shared with two of the four bedroom suites on this level. A huge roof deck boasts panoramic views and is serviced by a dumb waiter elevator from the kitchen/family room. Outside, the dramatic pool adjoins a large, grassy lawn and together with an observation deck and outdoor kitchen area make this an outstanding entertaining home.

#5: Enchanting 'Casa di Liones'

Casa di Liones, an enchanting 1928 Mediterranean Villa, combines a relaxed and natural philosophy about harmony and serenity with contemporary style and modern amenities. On nearly two acres of meandering natural walks and stretches of green lawns sits this fully-fenced property with a natural landscape of specimen trees and flowers, a sanctuary to enlighten the senses with wonderful ocean views and a private mountain of native gardens. Extensively restored and expanded, the main house, at approximately 8,500 square feet, has four bedroom suites and a separate staff apartment. Other amenities include, double guest house/offices, art studio, theater, gym, wine cellar, saline pool/spa, incredible outdoor dining/entertaining areas, large grassy yard, magnificent gardens and hiking trails, private and gated drive, four-car garage, and expansive motor court and views of the Pacific Ocean.

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Never before on the market, this six-bedroom, sex-and-a-half bath, gated estate built in 1990 by its present owner and extensively renovated in 2008, sits on an approximate one-level acre completely landscaped with lush gardens, pool and spa, fountains, play structure, and a seasonal creek. About one block from the Lagunitas Tennis Club and only a few blocks to the Ross School, Branson School and Phoenix Lake, this location at the corner of Upper Road and Glenwood is the Gold Coast of Ross, a location for hiking, biking, and convenience to town. This stately stucco residence, with authentic limestone trim and slate roof, boasts a modern open-floor plan: approximately 12-inch ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, and multiple French doors that seamlessly open to the garden from nearly every room. The indoor/outdoor flow is spectacular with first-floor rooms opening to outside dining areas, lawns for playing ball, and serene meditative spaces. There is a three-car garage and a gated motor court.

2 Upper Road, Ross, CA, 94957
$9,700,000
6 bedrooms
6.5 bathrooms

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In Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh-based architectural firm 07Beach was asked to renovate a home for a dog-owning client. Thinking of the canines, 07Beach built a separate staircase for dogs into the plans, complete with doggy balustrade, smaller steps, and a shallower incline, perfect for a pooch's shorter legs.

The short riser height and shallow incline translates to a much longer stairway, which winds around the living room wall like a work of art. The minimalist stair is painted all white to match the existing stairway and the interior’s minimalist aesthetic. The client was a personal friend of Joe Chikamori, the principal architect at 07Beach. In a note to the client Chikamori wrote: “I designed this so that your house could represent your affection for your wife and your two dogs, with the idea that this house will be like a gift to your family.” Adding the doggy staircase to the renovation took 17 more days to design and an additional 26 days for construction.

Photos courtesy of 07Beach

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Harding and his girlfriend Sophie Hart were interviewed about their home back in 2014. Harding said that he quickly acclimated to life in Los Angeles when he began filming Pretty Little Liars and settled into a centrally located apartment. But, longing for a life similar to his upbringing in Virginia, he soon began to shop around for real estate. “I wanted to live in an area that was tucked away,” he said. “I didn’t want to hear any cars. I wanted to see birds and trees, so the canyon made the most sense.” The couple has been living in the home for about two and a half years.

Built in 1948, the three-bedroom, two-bath is described as “bohemian” by listing agent Courtney Van Cott of Partners Trust. The retreat boasts a large deck for entertaining and a spacious guest suite with its own kitchenette situated on this rare double-lot property in the sought-after neighborhood. The couple hired Shannon Ggem, a Los Angeles-based interior designer, to help them decorate the 1,241-square-foot home.

Photos courtesy of MyDomaine and Zillow

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#1: Art Deco-Style Home

This ultimate entertainer’s estate is executed in a timeless Art Deco style. Sitting on a little more than half acre of land, this 10,715-square-foot estate includes five bedrooms, five full baths, and three half baths. Enter the property through a walled courtyard to find every imaginable detail: exotic millwork and stonework, sumptuous lighting, club-like bar/billiards room, spectacular 12-person theater, yoga room, pool/spa, guest house, and two-lane bowling alley.

#2: Rancho Santa Fe Estate

Completely redone by Sharratt Construction and Fleetwood Joiner, Rancho Santa Fe is sited on eight meticulously groomed acres with 12 bedrooms and 11.5 baths. It is more than a beautiful equestrian property with an Olympic-size dressage arena, a 2,300-square-foot barn, and an expansive barn service building. It’s a serene and private estate that embodies the Rancho Santa Fe lifestyle of timeless elegance and equestrian tradition with modern luxuries such as an arcade, fitness center, tennis court, and pool.

#3: Quintessential Del Mar Beach House

Enjoy captivating views of the waves as they crash on the shore at Dog Beach, seen from all major rooms. It's like living in a piece of art–except it is 4,000 square feet and has five bedrooms and four-and-a-half baths. Wonderful flow and openness are found throughout and exceptional lighting to make it all pop. The massive master suite encompasses the entire Westerly portion of the second floor, where you can enjoy captivating day and nighttime views of sunsets, surf, and evening lights.

#4: Spanish-Mediterranean Mansion

Magnificent views are framed by vast windows, and warm reminiscence of early California is created by hefty hand-hewn beams with painted detailing, boxed ceilings, lovely sculpted archways, exquisite handmade wrought iron railing, and much more. The detached guest house is where the sixth bedroom and bath are found, allowing for privacy in the grand residence. The residence includes authentic design appointments throughout spacious living areas, pool, and multiple car parking set on one acre of hilltop land.

#5: Elegant Italian Villa

This magnificent Italian villa in Point Loma was designed in a locally-prevalent historic style and takes advantage of the views of the bay, ocean, and downtown San Diego. As you drive into the courtyard you will be captured by the beauty and elegance of this extraordinary home. Located in the exclusive area of La Playa, this home is the epitome of the indoor-outdoor lifestyle that is perfect for family gatherings and entertaining. Doors open to a breathtaking entryway with vaulted ceiling, living room with a stunning fireplace, and dining room–all flowing to the gorgeous garden and pool. Additional features include a one-acre lot, multiple balconies, a play room on the first level, a three-car garage, a charming wine cellar, and a home screening room.

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