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Fireplaces are marble, with the softly veined,
strapping model in the master bedroom sporting
a matte finish. e master bathroom is a gorgeous,
layered space featuring a hyper-luxe blend of
gleaming dolomite, stone, glass and chandelier
lighting. Other highlights include an elevator and a
walk-in wine cellar, tucked behind glamorous walls
of glass, for storage of about 500 bottles of one's
favorite vintages. "We view our houses as if we
were going to live there ourselves," Johnson says.
"It's very personal for my brother and I, and my
parents, who are also involved."
With the goal of expanding the appeal of a
classic Spanish-style home, the team has created
a strong indoor-outdoor feel by linking interior
spaces to a constant presence of fresh air and
sunshine. One soon loses count of the number
of balconies, decks and courtyards that are
instantly accessible from indoors. Heightening
the intimate feel of the master bedroom, for
instance, are twin French doors that lead to a
private balcony—a romantic, fresh-air space that
overlooks the home's modern fountain below.
Likewise, the elegance of the formal dining room
is enhanced by arched doorways, poised on either
side of the white marble fireplace, that connect
the room to palm trees and patios. "Everywhere
you turn, there's a water or fire feature," says
Larry Johnson. In this congenial neighborhood,
where walkability is easy, and popular, due to the
presence of broad, flat streets, he explains, "You
really want to be able to entertain outside, have a
glass of wine and sit there by the fire pit and say
'hello' to your neighbors."
When one feels like lying low, however, there's
always the backyard, where one finds a collection
of well-sculpted spaces that are as all-inclusive
as they are private. ere's a slender pool and
hot tub with a wide-slat platform deck for
sunbathing. e outdoor sitting lounge is shaded
with a trellis roof and warmed by a fireplace.
Steps away is a covered dining area, complete
with a chandelier, and a full-fledged barbecue
kitchen outfitted with a refrigerator, beer tap
and granite-topped bar. "It's all inclusive," Larry
Johnson remarks. "Resort-like living."
He could be talking about the property as a
whole, which embodies a wish-list of the most
sought-after attributes of new-fashioned living
along the coast—from a sterling, quality-of-life
community to a superbly built, elegant new home
with all the trimmings. "e Johnsons have built
something that is highly desirable for people who
live in this area, which is new construction with a
pool, a barbecue and a wine cellar," Phillips points
out. "Everything you could possibly ask for."
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