What's Happening This Week: June 7, 2021

Los Angeles Greater Area Rare cars on Rodeo The Beverly Hills Concours d’Elegance always draws a ton of people to Rodeo Drive. But this year, we’re not quite ready to go there. Enter the Father’s Day Tour d’Elegance—50 of the world’s rarest cars rolling down the iconic streets of Beverly Hills. Watch (distanced) on the sidewalk, or from outdoor restaurant seating. Vrrroom. Photo by Colton...

Palais De Cristal: An unrivaled estate at the pinnacle of Crystal Cove

Perched atop one of Southern California’s most desirable locations on the Newport Coast, at the pinnacle of Crystal Cove, Palais de Cristal is incomparable property offering unobstructed views of the Pacific Ocean, Catalina Island, Newport Harbor, and Palos Verdes all the way up to Los Angeles. The rare offering, listed at $69,800,000 is the highest priced listing in Orange County, represented by McKown Weinstein Associates...

At Home with Cassandra Petersen

Home is now more meaningful than ever. Home is a sanctuary, it’s where we find refuge, comfort, and our loved ones. And now it’s also the office, the gym, a school, playground, and more. From Los Angeles to the Bay Area, our agents are adapting their business to serve their clients like never before — from within their own homes. In this series, we take...

Life meets art. Cat meets house. Lyon Ranch wins.

Is it a residence? Or a work of art? Surveying San Francisco from atop Dolores Heights, The Bauhaus is a stunning blend of both. Inspired by its namesake European modernist art school, it’s a meticulously envisioned showplace that embodies the Bauhaus marriage of art, technology and nature. And when it sells, a great cause will benefit. Listing agent Erin Thompson (ET&Co) hopes to bring awareness...

What's Happening This Week: June 1, 2021

Los Angeles Greater Area 8 easy hikes with “wow” ocean views There has to be a happy medium between a tranquil walk on the beach and a punishing hike up a rocky canyon, right? Welcome to coastal trails. High above the ocean, tracing the water’s edge, these routes are so effortless only the dramatic views will leave you breathless. Here are a few of the...

From Relief to Real Estate Acquisitions: Oakland Black Business Fund Empowers Entrepreneurs

“Open Your Own Shop; Secure Prosperity and Secure Your Freedom.” –Madame C.J. Walker The inspirational quote by Madame C.J. Walker, America’s first black female millionaire, and the bright smiles of Oakland entrepreneurs found on the Oakland Black Business Fund (OBBF) website tell a compelling story about the organization’s altruistic purpose. Proper Fashions: 1200 Clay St, Downtown Oakland | Oakland Black Business Fund Queen Hippie Gypsy,...

Space, flexibility and endless options

Begin with two airy, beautifully remodeled flats—one up, one down. Add two ADUs, each polished and ready to become a studio, office, apartment. Finish with a large motor court, surrounded by garage space for five cars. Set it all on a massive 6,333 square foot, L-shaped lot at the prime spot where the Castro, Mission Dolores, Duboce Triangle and Mission Districts converge. This is The...

What's Happening This Week: May 26, 2021

Los Angeles Greater Area 15 change-of-scene day trips They may not be Paris or the Caribbean, but other worlds are just an easy drive away. Wander a European style village or charming small town. Walk wide, soft, sands. Visit vineyards that vie with Europe’s. Relax in a resort town the rest of the world dreams about. Day trips, yes. But the feelings last long after...

Visionary light-filled Modern, wrapped in nature

Surrounded by trees, lawns and stunning views of the Santa Monica Mountains, this one-of-a-kind Agoura Hills residence is a functional work of art. Raised a full story above the ground, its living spaces center on a light-washed great room with soaring ceilings. Huge walls of glass and high clerestory windows blend the surrounding foliage and mountain vistas with the setting. Warm wood cabinetry and floors...