As usual, our agents were busy this month, making the time to run for charity, share their expertise on podcasts, and celebrating their colleagues. Read about some of the fun they had all around the globe.
South Florida
Howard Elfman and a beautiful Las Olas Isles home were featured in City & Shore Magazine. On the water and offering intricate design and maximalist decor, this 9-bedroom, 14-bathroom Fort Lauderdale home is exquisite. Check it out on page 70.
Turks & Caicos
Ian Hurdle had us all dreaming of Caribbean flavors—well, that and stunning kitchens, including @wayne_dance and @inhouseltd’s incredible kitchen at Gracelands in Antigua. You won’t find sexier kitchens—check out the attention to detail and incredible design @carrib.ian.
Arizona
Wendy Walker was featured on the Snapshot podcast this month. In the episode, she talks about how to have consistent branding across digital properties, including getting started with a logo, developing messaging and putting it all together. You can find her conversation on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, and the Homesnap blog.
Wendy and Amanda Malcolm unveiled a stunning listing at 6539 N. 31st Place in Phoenix, Arizona, which was featured by Dwell’s Luxury Homes & Lifestyle section. This modern Spanish Colonial home is located in the exclusive Biltmore Mountain Estates in Paradise Valley. Poised and elegant, this 7,000-square-foot home underwent a million-dollar renovation, and feels like a five-star resort. The estate includes a theater, executive office, wine closet, pool, spa, and magnificent gourmet kitchen. “With its superior craftsmanship,” the article states, “this stunning home is a rare and remarkable residence for the sophisticated buyer.”
Aspen
Looking for an evening out in Aspen that is both stylish, delicious, and socially distanced? Heather Sinclair and Lisa Hatem have you covered. The dynamic duo are not only listing all of The Hotel Jerome’s residential rentals, they are also sponsoring two dining domes at The Hotel Jerome curated with a culinary experience. Visitors will enjoy the custom cocktail—the Giddy Up Toddy—and Aspen-style decor. The domes are $1,000 minimum for guests. While you dine, peruse the latest luxury dream homes for sale via @TheAgencyAspen.
British Columbia
Jason Binab and Ryan Cochrane listed a stunning property—the Arbutus House—inspired by the iconic style of Frank Lloyd Wright with influences from both West Coast and Japanese design. At an expansive 9,300-square-feet, this four-bedroom, five-bathroom estate was designed to connect with the natural environment. Situated on two spectacular acres, with 250-feet of oceanfront, private sandy beach, warm water for swimming and views over Saanich Inlet, it enjoys highly desirable southwest exposure, manicured gardens, and over 3,000-square-feet of patio space. This property provides an extraordinary yet tranquil lifestyle difficult to match anywhere else in Victoria. Check out the listing here.
D.C. Metro
“How did he pick that card? Or know the secret number? Or predict the moon landing?” asked more than 400 guests of Nurit Coombe’s virtual magic show. Magician Chris Michael delighted participants with his tricks and left the audience amazed. After all, Team Nurit is all about making the impossible possible. For those who missed the event, you can glimpse some of the magic here.
Greater Los Angeles
Angeleno featured three properties in their round-up of 6 On-The-Market Homes With Killer Views. James Harris and David Parnes’s brand new, contemporary Bel Air listing at 971 Linda Flora Drive was highlighted, showcasing its exquisite infinity pool overlooking the Santa Monica Mountains. Additionally, Farah Levi’s listing at 2304 Donella Circle showed off its stunning lake, city, and mountain views from four tiered levels. Sandro Dazzan and Mauricio Umansky’s Malibu property at 31460 Broad Beach Road added beachfront views to the mix, with expansive deck and outdoor spaces maximizing the whitewater views.
In other L.A. news, William Baker was elected Vice-President of the Porsche Club of America for the Los Angeles Region. An organization of Porsche enthusiasts in the United States and Canada, PCA has more than 130,000 members and is the largest single-brand club in the world. William was recognized in the national Panorama magazine, which featured architectural properties and iconic Porsche automobiles. Watch a personal message from William and behind-the-scenes of the Porsche photoshoot here.
Orange County
Sanaz Sepidar showed athletic prowess by running the Race Through California to benefit FeedingAmerica the day before her birthday—and it was an amazing experience as her third 5k. But she’s not stopping there. Sanaz is currently training to do a half-marathon in fall, also for charity.
As the Orange County Head Chair of the Emilio Nares Foundation, Cara Farley announced the annual Emilio Rides Campaign, which supports safe transportation for underprivileged children with Cancer to their treatment. The campaign begins March 7th. The annual campaign has completed over one million miles for children in need in Southern California.
Cara has also strategically partnered with Jon Grauman and Wolf Amer to co-list two side-by-side duplexes in Los Feliz with stunning views and beautiful craftsmanship. 3715 Arbolada is offered at $2.1M and 3707 Arbolada, offered at $1.5M—their first time on the market since 1940.
Baja Sur
Feliz Aniversario! Alejandro Mitre celebrated his third year in Todos Santos by posting a fun image on social media. For Alejandro, the near perfect weather, culinary reputation, enchanting landscapes, international community and potential for development made it a no brainer to move to this Pueblo Mágico.
Pasadena
Kate Adams was featured on the Smart Agent Podcast. In the episode, she tells the story of how she came to fall in love with architecture, discusses selling living art, and shares advice to other architecture-loving agents. Listen to the full episode here.
Chris Johnson and Holly Hatch listed 13723 Nightsky Drive in Santa Rosa Valley, situated within the premier Lexington Hills equestrian-estate community. With gorgeous panoramic views of the surrounding distant mountains, intentional design, and lush, tropical landscape, this architectural haven is a one-of-a-kind private hideaway. Endless entertainment spaces are layered throughout the massive 22-acre resort and lavish gardens and paths lead to a vine-covered gazebo and deck with views of the Reagan Library. Cielo Notturno is a true paradise that is leaving us speechless.
Palm Desert
Well, hello gorgeous. Karen Morris and Justin Ceeko listed a beauty at 15 Lehigh Court in Rancho Mirage. With beautiful southwest mountain views and a large pergola-covered patio, enjoy indoor/outdoor living. This spacious three-bedroom, three-bathroom home has two suites that include a large custom walk-in shower and Jacuzzi tub. Take a look at this beautifully remodeled clubhouse with amenities galore.
Puerto Vallarta & Punta de Mita
Sign us up for amazing views in Puerto Vallarta. This condo at 2484 Francisco Medina Ascencio, listed by Alfonso Davalos, will have you falling in love with its lovely mountain views. Start your morning with a cup of coffee on the terrace and enjoy the sunsets from the rooftop terrace. This home comes fully furnished and it is ready to move in.
NorCal
Brad Gothberg helped to find foster homes for the dogs at the Martinez Animal Shelter. Prior to Covid, Brad would volunteer at the pound to walk the dogs, pet them, and give them some time outside of their kennel. Now, with new restrictions, Brad works to find a foster family for the dog as soon as possible once they come in.
Zhane Dikes was featured by @netflixfamily during Black History Month, sharing how black excellence is celebrated in her household every single month of the year. Zhane and her partner strive daily to ensure that their son is properly educated on Black History and all of the beauty, strength, knowledge, and love that is within Black Culture today. Swipe through her post here to read more.
Malibu
Billy Rose and Sandro Dazzan brought a dazzling Malibu gem on the market—32554 Pacific Coast Highway. Situated in the ultra-private Encinal Bluffs enclave, this stunning, sustainable estate offers panoramic ocean views and direct beach access. Surrounded by tall leafy trees and swaying palms, this Zen-inspired beauty has parking for 25 cars and steps leading directly to the sand and sea.
Ontario
A refreshed emphasis on lifestyle has been driving a shift in demand across Toronto for properties designed to accommodate the work-from-home normal. The Agency’s annual report, The Red Paper, noted local buyers were motivated to move to Toronto’s East and West Ends, where they found great comparable value, paired with more space, yard and fresh air. Take a look at a few fabulous listings in the area here, showcasing the beautiful residences and quality lifestyle Toronto and Waterloo Region have to offer.
Peter Torkan and Hooman Aliary made some big moves this month. The pair listed an expansive 76-acre plot for $60M in Caledon-Orangeville and a 74.5-acre plot for $26.5M in Innisfil—two amazing development opportunities.
Park City
Drum roll please…congratulations to some shining stars at The Agency Park City! Five exceptional agents were recognized this year.
Sherman Oaks and Calabasas
Wow. The Agency’s Calabasas and Sherman Oaks offices closed $889M in real estate between a total of only 80 agents in 2020. These agents are ready to bring it in 2021!