Friday, May 10, 2013

Get This Look: Great Gatsby-Inspired Home Decor

From the new film interpretation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic to Tiffany’s Gatsby-inspired “Jazz Age Glamour” collection — the Roaring ’20s are everywhere. The home is no exception.

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Art deco interiors, marked by geometric patterns, metallic finishes and luxury elements, are a huge trend and it’s not just because of the new movie release. Pieces from the era are seen as classic designs earning a place in the home, whether mid-century modern or firmly traditional.

Tuesday, May 7, 2013

Former Beverly Hills Estate of Designer Bijan Sells for $9.8 Million


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The 12,000-square-foot Italianate villa has six bedrooms and 12 bathrooms.
The estate of menswear and fragrance designer Bijan Pakzad, who died in 2011, has sold for $9.8 million, according to the property’s listing agents.
Located in Beverly Hills, the 12,000-square-foot Italianate villa has six bedrooms, 12 bathrooms, polished stone columns, a wood-paneled office and elevator. It includes a family room with floor-to-ceiling windows and a marble-countertop bar, maid’s quarters with a separate entrance and a master suite with a sitting room, fireplace and marble bathroom.
The property includes a garden, a pool, outdoor dining patios and a one-bedroom guesthouse with an attached cabana that has a gas grill and fireplace. There’s also a 5,000-square-foot underground parking structure that can fit more than 20 cars.

Monday, May 6, 2013

New BH Condo Listing ~ 131 N. Gale Drive 2+2 $509K

Chic Beverly Hills Mid-Century Modern 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo is located in the landmark building designed by Ray Kappe. This quiet 3rd floor unit features rich, dark hardwood floors, and kitchen with granite counter tops. Includes a large balcony with western exposure, floor to ceiling sliding glass doors in living room and dining area and an open floor plan with loads of natural light. There is no unit above which makes it extremely desirable. Do not miss out on this opportunity to live in this sophisticated and hip building. Also includes two secured subterranean tandem parking spaces. Walking distance to The Beverly Center, Trader Joe's and trendy restaurants and retail establishments. Located in the coveted Beverly Hills school district. Free laundry in basement and basic cable included.

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Beverly Hills is a city in the Westside region of Los Angeles County. The neighboring communities are Beverly Crest, Beverly Grove, Beverlywood, Carthay, Century City, Cheviot Hills, Hollywood Hills West, Pico-Robertson, West Hollywood and Westwood.
Prop. 13 loophole gives edge to big players Change of ownership, key to reassessment, is cut-and-dried for homeowners but not businesses. It means a loss of tens of millions of dollars a year in tax revenue.