Mid-Century Modern jewel in the hills of Encino

Designed in 1957 by James W. Larson, AIA, this classic Mid-Century Modern architectural retreat in the hills of Encino features flat planes, sweeping windows, and elegant integration with nature. Surrounded by more than half an acre of nature and privacy, a verdant front courtyard provides a picturesque entry. Double doors open to a refined living environment with hand-polished cement floors, hardwood finishes, a stonework fireplace,...

Carlos Santana’s slice-of-heaven Tiburon retreat

Nestled on a hillside overlooking astonishing views across the Bay, the Golden Gate Bridge and the San Francisco skyline, 21 Tara Hill Road is as breathtaking and evocative as the music of its owner, multiple Grammy-winning guitarist Carlos Santana. Sweepingly open and contemporary, with pale hardwood floors and walls of windows everywhere, it seems to soar above the peninsula and the ocean. Wide curved double...

Happy Valley estate in a luxurious garden setting

Tucked behind a private gate, this luxurious custom estate is sited on two acres of lush landscape in the heart of Lafayette’s Happy Valley neighborhood. Originally designed by Richard Hannum and recently renovated by Hart Howerton, the architecture and design marries the best of Bay Area sensibilities with thoughtful indoor/outdoor connection. The interiors exude understated elegance and warmth with an abundance of French doors spilling...

A masterpiece of architecture: Burj Khalifa by Emaar

Burj Khalifa by Emaar is an extraordinary union of art, engineering, and craftsmanship rising from the desert of Dubai. Dubai is known for making dreams a reality in luxurious ways. From desert sands to beyond the clouds, Burj Khalifa by Emaar, the tallest building in the world standing at 828 meters, is another dream brought to life. This one-of-a-kind luxury development is home to more...

A spotlight on our Compass interns

Congratulations to our seven intern graduates for completing Compass’s first ever internship program! For 10 weeks, the interns gained real-world experience by working on various projects across our Search, Notifications, Schools & Property Pages, ABW, and Deals businesses. The program was led by our Head of Diversity and Inclusion Jodie Taylor to help increase Compass’s representation of Black, Latinx, and Native American talent within the...

What's Happening This Week: August 16, 2021

Los Angeles Greater Area 100 must-dos for LA kids They grow up so fast. And in a hometown like Los Angeles, there are so many iconic childhood experiences to explore. No other city has a playground like this, full of so many only-in-LA memories. If you start on this list now, you could check off quite a few musts before they reach their teens. Compass...

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 impact made on the profession and on the...

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 curved island...

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 minimalistic chef’s kitchen is outfitted with top-of-the-line Fischer/Paykel appliances. At the heart of...