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Yahoo
18-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Historic home of one of Carmel's leading architects for sale. Sweeping ocean views offered
Sitting on a hill with sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean, a Carmel home that renowned architect Guy O. Koepp built as his personal residence in 1935 has hit the market for $4.45 million. Koepp's style influenced much of the charming Northern California town's architecture in the late 1920s and 1930s. His most significant work is the La Rambla building, which he designed in 1929 for Carmel resident Josephine Baber. La Rambla, today a mix of retail spaces and apartments, is known for its courtyard and location near Ocean Avenue. Jennifer Nazareno and Sterling Malish, who now own the Koepp house, bought the home in 2023 for $3.935 million, according to public records, and enhanced the property by turning a hill of dirt and wildflowers into a beautifully landscaped and terraced backyard that is ideal for entertaining. 'When we first saw the backyard, it was nothing more than a mountain of dirt — but we saw limitless potential,' the sellers said in an email. 'After the renovation, it became an incredible outdoor sanctuary, perfect for everything from cozy movie nights with our daughters to lively birthday celebrations and large family gatherings.' They created a seamless flow between the kitchen, deck and backyard. The Spanish-style house unfolds across 2,755 square feet with four bedrooms and four full bathrooms. Listing agent Mark Peterson of Compass said the location of the home is notable, both for its orientation and the little-known neighborhood where it lies. 'The Carmel Woods area of Carmel is often overlooked as people don't even know it exists,' Peterson said in a statement. 'But just above the Village of Carmel-by-the-Sea is this gently sloping southwest exposed area of homes. The climate is ideal as it basks in a little more sunshine and is protected from the prevailing northwest winds. Views of the iconic Point Lobos are found in these homes.' Koepp purchased one of the earliest lots for sale in Carmel and knew what he was looking for, Peterson said. 'This home is positioned perfectly to maximize daylight and warm sun exposure,' the listing agent added. 'It has views of Carmel Bay, Point Lobos and over the Del Monte Forest of Pebble Beach. The character and tasteful updates over time complement the original home. This is an authentic California Spanish Revival home.' Inside, the chef's kitchen contains La Cornue range, Brazilian granite countertops and custom cabinetry. Original refinished hardwood floors run through the interior living space, complemented by Turkish limestone in the bathrooms and lower level. Custom Spanish tiles adorn the risers on the stairs going up to the second level' Outside, the re-imagined backyard became a relaxing retreat that connects multiple seating areas and outdoor spaces. A separate guest house was once a Spanish carriage home and boasts its own spectacular ocean views. 'A rare gem in Carmel, this estate captures the essence of coastal luxury with history, elegance, and panoramic ocean vistas at every turn,' the property listing states. The home is located at 24410 S San Luis Ave. The sellers — Nazareno is a public health academic and Malish is a physician — decided to sell because they are relocating, according to a representative for Compass real estate firm.
Los Angeles Times
15-02-2025
- Business
- Los Angeles Times
The Italianate at Malibu Valley
Sited within the gates of Malibu Valley Estates, this newer-construction Mediterranean estate features breathtaking panoramic views, soaring 12-20 ft+ ceilings, imported finishes and fixtures, the utmost in security, privacy, smart-home innovation, and luxurious living by one of Southern California's most meticulous builders. Designed with no expense spared and set behind a second set of gates within this exclusive 26-estate community enclave, 'The Italianate' features a bespoke and grand open floor plan with over 7,000 sq ft of living space on just over two acres of land, six luxuriously appointed en-suite bedrooms and world-class amenities. Location: 26769 Mulholland Highway, Calabasas 91302 Asking Price: $8,450,000 Year Built: 2017 Living Area: 7,036 square feet, 6 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms Features: Open floor plan; professional-grade La Cornue and Gaggenau appliances; Carrara countertops; oversized island with breakfast bar; sparkling pool and spa; outdoor fountains; 4-car garage and expansive motor court Contact: Sotheby's International Realty Neyshia Go310.882.8357neyshia@ 01933923
Boston Globe
13-02-2025
- Lifestyle
- Boston Globe
‘I wanted the room to be a vibe': A Maine cabin combines luxe and earthy
The 1,700-square-foot home feels as cozy when Fratianne's extended family and friends visit as it does when it's just his wife and young daughter. 'He didn't want people to be sequestered,' Eppinger says, 'so it has just two bedrooms, instead of four, and two pullout sofas.' Eppinger strikes a balance with the aesthetic too, employing earthy materials and nature-inspired patterns with bold color and glam surprises. 'It needed to feel like a cabin that belonged here, but not so authentic that his family wouldn't want to stay,' she says. Knotty-pine paneling envelopes the open living space and a high wall of windows showcases the view. Turn around and the focal point is the stairway to the loft. 'The rail has a Scandinavian sensibility reminiscent of elements you see around town,' Eppinger says. Bookshelves are nestled under the stairway as well as under the eaves of the loft. Comfy escapes include a window seat nook with a wooded view and a curtain that transforms the space into a kid's fort. 'The family loves books and the town has multiple bookstores, so we made it a library loft,' Eppinger says. 'It's both connected to the living space below and a respite.' The kitchen fills one end of the living space, anchored by a backsplash of quarried stone that suggests the cabin was built around an old stone wall. Cabinetry painted olive green and leathered black granite countertops echo the natural landscape. Eppinger turned the range hood into a focal point by wrapping it with a black and white wallpaper mural. 'It feels like a vintage hunting scene,' she says. Advertisement Although Fratianne wanted an Italian range, Eppinger sold him on a French one: a sleek black La Cornue. 'The black blends in and the brass knobs sparkle,' she says. It's just the sort of luxurious touch Fratianne imagined. When it came to the fridge, Eppinger went retro, selecting a black Smeg. 'It's shiny, fun, and far enough away from the range that the look works,' she says. Vintage wood dining chairs — a serendipitous online find — mimic the silhouette of the staircase railing. ('I wasn't even looking for chairs when Etsy suggested them as something I might like,' the designer recalls. 'Yes, I sure do like those chairs!') In the living room, eclectic seating surrounds the woodstove and live-edge wood coffee table: A swooped sofa with a plum-colored linen slipcover, which Eppinger adores in combination with the olive cabinetry; a traditional leather wingback chair from Brimfield Antique Flea Markets; and a spindle side chair with shearling cushions that epitomize mountain vogue. 'The furniture looks like I collected it over the years,' Fratianne says. However, the space that most speaks to the homeowner is the moody lower-level lounge, where he drinks Amaro and listens to music. Here, a copper-colored velvet sofa, shaggy rug, and dark green wallpaper with swooshing skiers play off the family's vintage audio equipment. 'I wanted the room to be a vibe,' Eppinger says. The primary bedroom is done in similarly dusky tones with dark green and white wallpaper, a platform bed upholstered in claret-colored corduroy, and shiny black shadow-box nightstands with brass knobs, which visually echo the range in the kitchen. 'The bedroom is a bit moody and a bit earthy,' Eppinger says. Advertisement The guest bath with its claw-foot slipper tub is the home's most unexpected delight and a prime example of rustic-meets-luxury. 'The fancy claw foot repeats the shiny black and brass of the range, while the vanity is a dresser I found for $20 on Facebook Marketplace,' Eppinger says. Fratianne appreciates every one of Eppinger's juxtapositions. 'Kayleigh immediately understood these moments I wanted to achieve,' he says. 'The surprises don't look out of place or obnoxious, just awesome.' Resources Architectural Designer: Epp Interiors, Contractor: Austin Home Builders, Photographs A cabin in Maine gets a makeover. Erin Little The living room leather pendant lights are by Lostine, and Eppinger's father made the coffee table. Erin Little Designer Kayleigh Eppinger thought the whimsical balusters would be cut to save the budget, but the contractors created them easily. Erin Little Mind the Gap wallpaper inspired by an Austrian ski resort wraps the lower level lounge. Erin Little Eppinger went high/low in the bath with a luxurious tub and an upcycled vanity. Erin Little In the primary bedroom, garden-themed Mind the Gap wallpaper is paired with trim painted Benjamin Moore's Night Owl. Erin Little Marni Elyse Katz is a contributing editor to the Globe Magazine. Follow her on Instagram
