Congratulations to our Leaders of Influence

Congratulations to our 11 Compass agents and teams named to Los Angeles Business Journal’s 2021 Leaders of Influence: Residential Real Estate Brokers list. This special section of LA Business Journal recognizes some of the most dynamic brokers in the region, chosen from nominations submitted to the journal. The editorial department selected honorees “based on a demonstration of imp...

Vast Edwardian-inspired estate is wrapped in views

Surrounded by multiple level stone patios with sweeping vistas of the Bay, city lights, Mt. Diablo, and the ocean, the Noe Estate at 651 29th Street embraces nearly 7,000 square feet of other-century craftsmanship and modern opulence. Its grand scale and elegance begin on the main level, where expansive living and dining rooms are highlighted by glorious views. In the sleek kitchen, a...

Earthy minimalism graces Mini Inno’s Koya House

Southern California-based boutique interior design studio Mini Inno is behind this peaceful and elegant Mount Washington residence. Designed and built with a deep connection to nature, organic materials including reclaimed wood ceilings, raw wood cabinetry, concrete floors and countertops, and smokey wide plank wood floors harmoniously create an earthy, peaceful ambiance. The minimalis...

Highest sale in San Fernando Valley history

Represented by Tomer Fridman of Compass, a newly constructed, one-of-a-kind retreat in the prestigious Estates at The Oaks of Calabasas is the highest sale in the history of the San Fernando Valley, including the celebrity enclaves of Calabasas and Hidden Hills. “The sale is the most expensive to date in the San Fernando Valley,” Wall Street Journal reported. “Previously,...

Bold beach house near Abbott Kinney

Completed in 2005 by inventive architect Steven Shortridge, this Venice Beach home brings artful geometric planes together with natural light, open communal spaces, and private wings, merging the restorative possibilities of beach life with bold design. Shortridge, who lived across the alley from the property during construction, meticulously arranged walls of custom cabinets to create...

What's Happening This Week: August 9, 2021

Los Angeles Greater Area Tracking down LA’s secret speakeasies Prohibition created them—hidden bars you needed a whispered code phrase to enter. Even now that booze has been legal for decades, the appeal of these low-profile watering holes lives on. Here are a few of the most atmospheric, including LA’s oldest public house. Tell them Joe sent you. Courtesy of Death and Com...

Lavish Mediterranean estate in Bel Air wine country

Hidden in a wooded glen next to Rupert Murdoch’s serene Moraga Vineyards lies another time and place. Set on 3.2 acres behind massive gates on a private street, 1016 Moraga Drive is a realm of Old-World luxury. The compound, completed in 2006, encompasses 7,875 square feet of enchanting living space, all artisan-crafted with the utmost in European elegance. Beyond a fountained co...

Beyond the beach: Vacation homes under $5M

California has a lot going for it in the second home market—from scenic mountain backdrops and sandy beaches to secluded desert escapes and relaxing vineyard views. Certain homes attract those looking for an escape from the city and into nature, and there’s so much opportunity beyond the beach house. The sporty among us may prefer Big Bear or Tahoe, while others seek solace in the striki...

What's Happening This Week: August 3, 2021

Los Angeles Greater Area Unreal movie wheels Curated in collaboration with the Comic-Con Museum, Hollywood Dream Machines is the world’s biggest-ever exhibition of sci-fi and fantasy vehicles. From Star Wars and Blade Runner to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, these rides go way beyond your wildest dreams. Courtesy of Petersen Automotive Museum Summer at The Ford This summer...