Ray Kappe, Architect

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The sculpted, stainless steel door, a work of art on its own, pivots on its axis, inviting guests into this 5200-square-foot, concrete, steel and glass Ray Kappe designed house on Manhattan Beach's world-famous Strand, inches from the sand and sea.

A three-story atrium, paneled in teak, is filled with exotic plants. A floating staircase, with glass steps leads to the media room, three bed-rooms, six baths and a pool deck. For the less athletic, there is an elevator.

Located on a northern corner and cradled in the curve of the coastline, the house commands a Queen's Necklace view that extends from the Palos Verdes Peninsula and Catalina to the south, and north

Lloyd Wright, Architect

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First offering since 1948: The historic Alfred Newman Estate with original residence by architect Lloyd Wright.

Here, contiguous to Rustic Creek, this astonishing 2.6 plus acre property with a natural spring for irrigation sweeps into the old Dallugge avocado grove providing ample room for horses, stables, corral, riding arena, & a broad playing field. Wright sited the residence above to provide commanding views of the sylvan country setting.

A family residence, but also designed for entertaining, and regular evening musical concerts. Residence includes: open plan entertainment areas, 6 bedrooms, 5 baths, den, laundry and wine cellar. Wright's site plan also

Wallace Neff, Architect

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Historic Libbey Ranch, 1923. Wallace Neff, architect, with later alterations and outbuildings by Austen Pierpont. The romance of the Arbolada is alive and well at the Libbey Ranch. Here industrialist Edmund Drummond Libbey reserved the finest oaken lands of the Arbolada for his ranch/estate. Pierpont's French Country additions merge comfortably with the award winning Spanish Colonial architecture of Neff's stables. Recent restorations and interior design by Kathryn M. Ireland result in a picturesque and timeless 7+ acre country estate that affords one of the last authentic statements of early "California Lifestyle." Main residence includes: 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, heavy-beamed great

Historic Brick Manor

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Historic Brick Manor
Commanding the highest point in Greenwich, this venerable English-inspired manor of historic distinction embraces the coveted seclusion of four-plus spectacular acres on a private backcountry road. Introduced by a formal brick and cobblestone inlaid walled courtyard, the impressive 5,600+SF residence is distinguished by its sophisticated floor plan, handsome Holland brick façade with leaded casement windows and Ludowici tile roof. The residence was completely restored in 2005 maintaining the splendor, purity and refinement of original 1930s-era design by Harrie T. Lindeberg, one of the 20th century's most prominent architects renowned for his remarkable country

Ladd & Kelsey, Architects

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The Von Hagen Residence, 1975. From this mountaintop vantage above Malibu one surveys the world like an Olympic God, but instead of the Mediterranean, the Pacific is below. Everything lies below: The Santa Monica Bay, Century City, Downtown L.A., Palos Verdes, Orange County, the Simi Hills and the San Fernando Valley. The 13 acre site includes 6 parcels for future development. A long gated private drive ascends through park-like grounds to Ladd & Kelsey's classic modern villa comprising 4 bedrooms, 5.5 baths, den, study, and attached carport. Additional amenities include a modern utility barn big enough to house a large audience screening room & a not quite Olympic sized pool.

Former Herb Ritts Estate

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Located in the hills just above Sunset Boulevard on a quiet cul-de-sac street, and sited on nearly one-half acre, this home exemplifies sophistication and warmth while still maintaining the simplicity of California living. A multi-million dollar renovation in the artist’s vision with meticulous attention to detail makes this one of the most desirable homes in Los Angeles. Beyond the gated and walled front yard, a blend of spaces merges into a unified work of art with an abundance of privacy. The upper level holds expansive living and dining rooms, which open to balconies that look out to head-on city and ocean views. A gourmet kitchen boasting stainless countertops, custom cherry-wood

Artists in Residence

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Morning light floods into this artist's eclectic family residence that incorporates both traditional and modern detailing. Master bedroom, beamed ceiling living room, eat-in kitchen, & family room all open directly to the full sized swimming pool/spa, and look out to broad treetop vistas. Fieldstone lined steps lead down the over 1/2 acre site to a hidden lower level garden with a secure play lawn for children, and an inspired two story artist's studio with loft by architect Frederick Fisher. Residence and studio include: 4 bedrooms, 5.5 baths, formal dining room, laundry, attached 2 car garage and secret sauna.

Bird House

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Designed by Architect Alberto Rubio, the approximately 1200 square meter coastal property overlooks the blue Mediterranean Sea. Gently sited above a bay, this 4 bedroom, 4 baths, about 350 square meter home also features central A/C, sauna, two-car garage, terraces, balconies and staff quarters.

E. Stewart Williams, Architect

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Twin Palms, the original desert home of Frank Sinatra, designed by E. Stewart Williams, AIA. Sinatra's love of the desert, at the time he first became an international star in the late 1940's, resulted in William's first residential commission. Twin Palms, and its popularity as a destination for Sinatra's famous friends, was in large part responsible for the wave of modernism which today defines Palm Springs. Now, a new generation can "live like Sinatra" in one of the world's best-known architectural properties. The fully restored and beautifully furnished residence, with its signature piano-shaped swimming pool, has been published worldwide and offers luxury living in the heart of Palm