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Tech tycoon’s expansive Palo Alto estate

In 2008, Scott McNealy, Silicon Valley legend and cofounder of Sun Microsystem, and his wife, Susan, completed their dream home in the hills of Palo Alto. Seven years in the making, this stunning view property on thirteen plus secluded acres in the rural and highly desirable western hills of Palo Alto is ideally positioned halfway between San Francisco and San Jose. The McNealys’ collaboration with...

What's Happening This Week: January 6, 2020

Los Angeles Greater Area Best hikes to see the Hollywood Sign  View this post on Instagram #hollywoodsign #thehollywoodsign #hollywood #view #viewfrommyroom #viewfrommyhouse #blue #skies #bluesky #mydayinla #sunset #thegoldenhour #landmark #losangeles #losangelesphotographer #LA #california #cali #jeremiahchristopher #thankful #radiotowers #myview A post shared by Jeremiah Christopher (@jeremiahc) on Sep 23, 2016 at 6:34pm PDT Never mind those great vistas from the Home Depot parking lot and the...

Just-renewed hideaway in the Mendocino hills

Serenity defines this twenty-plus-acre country retreat in the pines above Alexander Valley and Cloverdale. Within the tranquil refuge at 25001 Cloverdale Peak Road, sleekly modern interiors complement the rustic setting at every turn. The clean, open floor plan takes full advantage of the surrounding scenery, from a picturesque swimming pond (spring-fed and aerated for refreshing dips all summer) to the sweep of valley, vineyard and...

What's Happening This Week: December 16, 2019

Los Angeles Greater Area Top places to find your tree View this post on Instagram Want trees so tall they make you feel short in heels? We've got those.

Just-finished haven in Cheviot Hills

Minutes from Fox and Sony studios, this newly built home on a quiet, tree-lined street in Cheviot Hills is a secluded refuge in the heart of the Westside. Beyond the sunny Cape Cod exterior of 10537 Blythe Avenue is an airy setting of high ceilings, French oak floors, and an abundance of natural light. A serene living room with fireplace and clerestory windows is subtly...

Master architect’s transcendent Mill Valley debut

The dramatic vision of internationally noted San Francisco-based architect Stanley Saitowitz has long been seen across the Bay Area and beyond. Now, his only Mill Valley project has emerged on a south-facing knoll near the heart of downtown at 185 Summit Avenue. The incomparable estate is defined by a multi-terraced living roof with solar panels, wrapped in stunning views of downtown San Francisco, the Bay...

What's Happening This Week: December 9, 2019

Los Angeles Greater Area LA’s faux snow wizard MagicSnow He was just another struggling magician until he pitched Ric Caruso on using one of his illusions to turn The Grove into a giant snow globe. Now his company’s enchanting effects are in demand from Universal LA to Radio City Music Hall. What’s his secret? Eataly’s Holiday Market Eataly It’s a true holiday mercatino experience, overflowing...

Elegant, fully renovated triplex in picturesque Marina district

Recently redone to the studs, these three exquisite residences at 3316-3320 Scott Street are steps from the stunning waterfront views of Marina Green, the charming shopping and dining of Chestnut Street and the natural beauty of Presidio Park. A wonderful opportunity for both 1031 buyers and owner/occupants, the stylish 1925 building comprises three flats, each with two bedrooms and two baths. There is a landscaped...

Light, secluded contemporary in coveted Beverly Grove

Moments from the trendy heart of midtown LA, a spacious, light-filled contemporary home holds a serene, private world. In this luxurious modern setting at 8356 West Fourth Street, lofty ceilings, a flowing floor plan and windows framing greenery blur the line between inside and out. On the wide open main floor, wall-sized Fleetwood doors extend the main living room space to the patio and blend the...

Bayfront Mediterranean with open water views

Perched on the San Francisco Bay and set on a double lot with open water views throughout, this single level home is defined both by peaceful luxury and ease of living.  The exterior of this contemporary Mediterranean is both inviting and elegant. Sitting on a wide flat street, the iron gate encloses a manicured front yard with olive trees and rose bushes. The stylish front...