From a sleek Santa Monica contemporary moments from Montana Avenue to a Sunset Strip showpiece that soars above the city lights, these six newly constructed residences are setting the standard of luxury in L.A.
526 23RD STREET | SANTA MONICA
Custom built by GAIA Construction, along with Desai Architects and Italian interior designer DI Group, this warm, contemporary Santa Monica home, represented by Cindy Ambuehl, showcases a seamless, open floor plan, soaring ceilings and ample natural light. A floating wood and glass staircase is an art piece in itself, while European white oak floors and sophisticated design elements, including a chef-caliber kitchen with Miele and Zephyr appliances and Binova cabinetry from Italy, speak to the home’s unrivaled craftsmanship. Arcadia pocket doors line the living spaces, opening to remarkable outdoor entertaining areas, including a large grassy lawn, patio, heated pool and spa, dining area with barbeque, and pool house with bar, bathroom and outdoor shower. Just moments from the shops and restaurants on Montana Avenue and Brentwood Country Mart, the home is the pinnacle of Santa Monica sophistication.
Deftly executed by Rick Perkins of Perkins Development Group, this tech-savvy architectural estate is perched in the hills of Brentwood with views stretching from the Getty Center to Downtown L.A. Represented by Billy Rose, the estate features complete smart home automation, an underground car lift and full off-the-grid capabilities, powered by solar panels and backed by Tesla batteries. An integrated helipad for a personal drone helicopter graces the expansive pool terrace. Premium designer finishes and exacting attention to detail put this home in a class of its own, including 28-foot wide glass walls that foster a harmonious flow between the sophisticated kitchen and living areas and expansive pool terrace. With its gallery-like design, an enviable lower level is fit for a discerning art collector and includes a large gym, far-infrared sauna and room for a spacious theater.
Situated atop approximately one acre overlooking views of the Bel Air Golf Course, this newly built architectural home, represented by James Harris, David Parnes and Mauricio Umansky, offers the perfect balance of sleek, contemporary style and timeless sophistication. Exquisitely executed by renowned London-based studio Quinn Architects, and offered fully furnished with Minotti, Henge, Rimadesio and Misura Emme pieces, the European tour-de-force offers incredible privacy in a world-renowned location. From its incredible, 40-foot skylit atrium entry with floating staircase to the spectacular, 2,100-square-foot master suite, the home is a true showpiece in one of the city’s most coveted neighborhoods.
2110 HERCULES DRIVE | SUNSET STRIP
Soaring atop the summit of Mount Olympus in the Hollywood Hills, this newly built, contemporary home, represented by Jon Grauman, showcases elegant finishes, exquisite craftsmanship, and extraordinary jetliner views from Downtown to the ocean. Sliding walls of glass open grand-scale living spaces to an expansive backyard with drought-tolerant landscaping, a bold fire feature and zero-edge infinity pool and spa that appear to float weightless over the city skyline. A floating, glass-sided staircase leads to the second story, which boasts a sprawling entertainer’s terrace and enclosed, restaurant-caliber bar. Complete with a cinema and smart home automation, the home is a masterful achievement of architectural prowess and site-specific design in one of L.A.’s most sought-after neighborhoods.
This newly built contemporary stunner in prime Bel Air exudes sophistication and style with endless views of the Los Angeles city lights to the ocean. Represented by Emil Hartoonian and Mauricio Umansky and showcasing three levels of living space, highlights include a fully imported Italian kitchen with built-in Miele appliances and Caesarstone cabinets, stunning imported lighting and floor-to-ceiling pocket doors that foster an effortless indoor-outdoor living experience. A floating staircase leads to the spacious second level, replete with custom wall murals and an incomparable master suite with showroom closet. Outside, a 32-foot pool appears suspended over the city below, while a rooftop deck with fire pit is perfectly conceived for year-round L.A. entertaining.
915 DUNCAN AVENUE | MANHATTAN BEACH
A model of sophistication, this newly constructed residence, designed by award-winning architect Louie Tomaro and built by Titan and Co., is a triumph of style, design and craftsmanship. Represented by Kristin Regan and Sharon Umansky Benton and located in the prestigious Hill Section enclave of Manhattan Beach, the home offers an elevated coastal living experience surrounded by incredible ocean views, cool breezes, brilliant lights and technicolor sunsets. French white oak floors, Ann Sacks tile and walnut interior doors elevate the interiors, while a series of glass-walled terraces and expansive media lounge with an eight-foot quartz wet bar and surround sound are primed for entertaining. Located just blocks from pristine beaches, top restaurants and boutiques and an award-winning elementary school, this beautifully executed home offers an unprecedented living experience in one of California’s most beloved beach communities.
