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South Bay Digs • May 17, 2024
ON THE COVER | A Haven on the Hill: A dreamy Hill Section residence in Manhattan Beach celebrates the great outdoors—and big ocean views—with plenty of sculpted, light-filled spaces presented by...
Clayton Korte: Going Underground
Wine, from its earliest days, required the storage of its age, with solutions both inelegant and sophisticated. The Egyptians had mud-bricked and limestone cellars, the Romans fumitories and...
934 1st Street: A Haven on The Hill
Discover the ultimate coastal retreat at 934 1st Street in Manhattan Beach, where sweeping ocean vistas and abundant natural light define every space of this stunning 6-bedroom, 8-bathroom...
South Bay Digs • May 3, 2024
ON THE COVER | Tucked Away Treasure: Over 10,000 square feet of sculpted living space flourishes in a little-known corner of East Manhattan Beach presented by Nick Schneider and Nathan Staggs of...
Rock Formation: OPEN Architecture’s Chapel of Sound
Located in rural Chengde, China, at the base of a valley with ruins of the Great Wall, the almost alien-looking performance venue Chapel of Sound, which hosts concerts in warmer climes and...
1240 5th Street: Your Private Paradise in Manhattan Beach
In East Manhattan Beach at 1240 5th Street, where luxury and privacy converge in a hidden gem of the South Bay, this sprawling 10,000+ square foot residence sits on a historic avocado orchard...
South Bay Digs • April 19, 2024
ON THE COVER | Bluff top Bliss: A Palos Verdes Estates home on a private blufftop equals sweeping panoramas of the Pacific Ocean and its scene-packed coastline.
Blufftop Bliss: 2101 Paseo Del Mar
Perched majestically on Palos Verdes Estates' coveted Paseo Del Mar, 2101 is more than a home—it's a private coastal sanctuary. With over 115 feet of exclusive blufftop, this Mediterranean-style...
Northern Exposure: The Rock by Gort Scott
Fixed to a rocky crag above Alta Lake in the Canadian mountain resort of Whistler, a truly exceptional private house surveys the mountainous landscape from which it is quite literally inseparable.
South Bay Digs • April 5, 2024
ON THE COVER | Tree Section, For Life: Earthbound elegance and user-friendly precision take root at a luxurious new Manhattan Beach residence presented by Nick Schneider and Mark Leddy...
An Oasis in Manhattan Beach: Discover the Serenity of 2104 Laurel Avenue
Experience the epitome of Manhattan Beach living in this meticulously crafted designer home at 2104 Laurel Avenue. Nestled in the coveted Tree Section, this luxurious 5-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom...
Neri&Hu Architects: Making Memory
A contemporary take on traditional Chinese courtyard house by Neri&Hu, a typology based on Confucian ideals where different generations live under the same roof, the structure was built for three...
South Bay Digs • March 22, 2024
ON THE COVER | Quintessential Contemporary: A sleek architectural home in East Manhattan Beach is keenly crafted as a fresh-air haven for family and friends presented by Alexandra Gauss and...
Enhance Your Outdoor Space with VERGOLA’s Smart Louvre Roof
Elevate your outdoor living experience with VERGOLA—a cutting-edge, automated roof system meticulously crafted to harmonize with California's coastal lifestyle. Designed to seamlessly blend light,...
Jason Saft On How to Style for Luxury Rentals
When it comes to transforming a space in just a few hours, no one knows better than Jason Saft—founder of Staged to Sell Home—how to perform under pressure. He shares some of his design secrets...
Modern Marvel: Explore the Exquisite Design of 1156 Sixth Street
1156 Sixth Street in East Manhattan Beach boasts 8 bedrooms and 8.5 bathrooms across 8,100 square feet of meticulously crafted space. This residence offers unparalleled spaciousness and elegance...
Living the Dream: How George Fotion Became the Go-To Realtor for Palos Verdes Homes
Learn the story behind Palos Verdes' real estate legend, George Fotion, whose 43-year journey from a Midwestern transplant to the premier realtor is filled with determination, innovation, and a...
South Bay Digs • March 8, 2024
ON THE COVER | Mammoth's New Luxury: Immerse yourself in snow-capped beauty at a new mountain hospitality destination with 15 high-end residences presented by The Compass Development Marketing Group.
Elevate Your Mountain Experience: Introducing Limelight Residences Mammoth
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...
South Bay Digs • February 23, 2024
ON THE COVER | A heritage Manhattan Beach property, owned by an icon of California’s Golden Age, offers an impressive multi-resident compound in the Sand Section—along with uplifting ocean views,...