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1705 Carla Ridge House

Perched high in the Trousdale Estates, the 1705 Carla Ridge House redefines organic modern living with effortless sophistication. Designed by Sarah Rosenhaus in collaboration with Oliver Mateen, this 6,309-square-foot residence takes full advantage of its hillside perch, offering panoramic views of the Santa Monica Mountains, the Pacific Ocean, and the Los Angeles skyline.

The single-story design blends lime-washed plaster, travertine, and rich wood tones for a warm, grounded aesthetic. Curved walls, arched openings, and expansive glass bring in light while connecting the interiors to the serene landscape by Michelle Shofet, where olive trees and native grasses seamlessly integrate the home with its surroundings.

Inside, open spaces flow naturally, from the airy living room and double-sided fireplace to the gourmet kitchen and tranquil den. The primary suite continues the home’s soft, Mediterranean-inspired palette with textured fabrics, natural fibers, and a marble-framed fireplace overlooking the horizon.

With six bedrooms, nine bathrooms, and a layout designed for quiet luxury, 1705 Carla Ridge is more than a home, it’s a study in restraint and balance. Listed at $14,995,000, this masterpiece showcases California modernism at its most soulful: refined, timeless, and perfectly attuned to the landscape.




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CERCAL HOUSE

Located in the beautiful Alentejo (a wonderful destination to retreat from crowds and sightsee through historic villages) in Portugal, lays this minimalist vacation home that celebrates its Mediterranean landscape. Designed by Atelier Data, the Cercal House is inspired by the unique topography of its site and is partially sunken to reduce its impact on the landscape. In a sense, it forges a poetic relationship with its surroundings through an expansive patio an stun...
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CABIN ONE

Cabin One is a modular, flexible, minimal house for a lifestyle of freedom and flexibility. Completely sustainable, with a solid wooden structure made from renewable raw materials, this minimalist cabin not only ensures a pleasant indoor climate, but is also particularly durable and recyclable. Each cabin consists of 25 square meters of flexible interior space that is customized by the client, and is produced as a full module, and delivered as a complete cabin by tr...
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MOUNTAIN COTTAGE | OGAWAYAMA JAPAN

Ogawayama, which lies on the border between Yamanashi and Nagano, is Japans most popular climbing area. It is also the place to go for those who are looking to get off the grid and spend some time in nature. It was exactly these two passions, for climbing, and the outdoors, that attracted Setsumasa Kobayashi (outdoor clothing and gear designer) to this setting, and inspired him to create a secretive mountain getaway where he could use and test his outdoor-themed goo...
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