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along the tall white wall. The ease of being
in one's own world is also reinforced by the
property's smart home capabilities, which
include lights, security cameras and door
sensors, all controllable via phone. (The
builders have also installed a comprehen-
sive system, including extensive wiring, to
support additional automation.)
The home's appealing atmosphere—of
upmarket coastal style and user-friendly
comfort—is consistent throughout the
home, including in the primary bedroom
suite where you can relax under a vaulted,
tongue and groove ceiling while watching
the glow of flames in the sleek fireplace.
The walk-in closet is a spacious, custom
space while the primary bathroom is a
generous retreat with porcelain floors that's
home to two separate vanity stations and
a white soaking tub. All bedrooms have
private bathrooms, and one even has a
balcony where you can take in the fresh
coastal air; a particularly nice touch if the
suite is used as an office.
Like many of their projects, this Dori
Custom Homes residence is located in
Redondo Beach, and its address—2302
Ives Lane—is a central one in terms of
accessing both beach and freeway. You
can bike to the Pacific Ocean in about 15
minutes, and walk to nearby green parks
and award-winning schools. It's also close
to Beach Cities' pulse points like Riviera
Village and the Hermosa Beach Pier, both
about 10 minutes by car, and the 405 Free-
way, also a 10-minute drive. "It's a great
spot if you want to be close to the freeway—
but not too close," remarks Madani. "We
choose our sites knowing we can deliver a
quality product in a prime location, on time.
Our experience and relationships with our
sub-contractors have helped us accelerate
our average building time to 12 months
from the permit date," adds Madani,
"which helps us maintain a great working
record with the lending banks."
The location was yet another aspect of
the property that was studied by its build-
ers, who considered the home's comfort and
flow of design in great detail, along with how
every inch would perform, and remain beau-
tiful, for years to come. For Dori and Madani,
who work with a committed team including
an architect and subcontractors, there's
an exhilaration that comes with creating
a residence's initial design—then seeing
it constructed, realized and purchased by
someone who finds it ideal. "Then you see
a family living there and find out how much
they appreciate it," describes Madani. "It's
extraordinarily gratifying."
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