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S W E E T D I G S | 1 8 E C R E S T R D H igh above the tide, in the private, gated city of Rolling Hills, 18 E. Crest Road stands as the only true Modern Ranch estate on the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Spanning nearly four fully usable acres with panoramic views, this rare lifestyle investment presents a sleek, modern statement within a tranquil rural landscape, located just 30 minutes from the bustle of downtown Los Angeles. "This is a home like no other, even for Rolling Hills," says agent Bill Ruth, who is co-listing the trophy holding with agent Charlie Raine, both of Coastal Legacy Realty Group. "It has it all—privacy, security, square footage, land, and amazing views." Including equally awesome outlooks from both the front and back of the house, with one side facing the Pacific and the other oriented toward the city. But while coastal view properties are abundant across the Penin- sula, this property distinguishes itself by pairing its sweeping Pacific horizons with expansive, flat land—a rare combination that places this estate in a class of its own. Colloquially known as the Nike House, the 8,623-square-foot showpiece at the heart of this parcel was commissioned by sports agent and Phil Knight confidant Howard Slusher, and designed by esteemed architect Robert L. Thompson. The creative force behind nearly 80 structures on Nike's global campus, Thompson crafted a singular geometric expression tailored to its setting—one built around a mighty old oak tree at the front of the residence—relying on expan- sive glass, textured stone, and warm, custom wood paneling to blur the distinction between interior space and the surrounding horizon. Within this strikingly symmetrical frame is a masterclass in superior craftsmanship and aesthetic restraint. But first comes drama at the door, where, just past the deep-rooted behemoth around which this architectural gem revolves, sharp-lined forms flanking a glass- roofed portico and monumental double wooden doors make an immediate, graphic impression. Inside, grand vistas meet grander scale across a six-bedroom, seven-bath floor plan bridging high-level executive functionality with gold-stan- dard amenities. From spacious gathering areas to plush private quarters, the home's flawless open-concept spaces include a masterful office suite overlooking a serene Asian garden and a stunning two-story gym, along with a detached two-bedroom guest house ideal for extended family, a four-car garage and resort-style grounds with a pool and spa. Throughout, architecture opens to the landscape, from sublime outdoor patios to an expansive central courtyard, support- ing year-round indoor/outdoor living. "It almost goes beyond that," Raine says of the home's conspicuous indoor/outdoor connection. "Whether it's the ocean or the trees, you're literally surrounded by the views—they're everywhere." A R C H I T E C T U R E + D E S I G N 44 DIGS.NET | 9.18.26

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