Ridiculous Drool Worthy Modern Compound Above The Sunset Strip

Rarely does a property of this caliber come on the market, especially in this location. While one can certainly find a home with views, or a pool, and maybe some flat land; it is almost unheard of to have all three on over an acre lot just north of the world famous Sunset Strip. Designed by well known architect Hagy Belzberg behind the gates is this three structure compound. Described by the listing agent as, "To journey beyond the grand gates and soaring pepper tree hedge of this Hagy Belzberg-designed compound estate is to enter a secluded, resort-like sanctuary where three distinct structures – a Main Residence, Wellness Center and Guest House – summon you forward, beckoning you to journey through their space so they can unveil one surprise after another." Sounds inviting doesn't it? As you can imagine in a property of this level, all finishes are of the highest quality throughout. I have kept an eye on this property for the last couple years while driving up Sunset Plaza Dr, and it turned out better then I could have imagined. If you like modern architecture and can play at this level, then this may be the drop dead stunning house you have been waiting for! Remember, once this one goes, it will be almost impossible to duplicate.

1232 Sunset Plaza Dr, Hollywood Hills

$28,800,000 8 Bed 9 Bath 13,000 Sq. Ft/Other 47,916 Lot Sq. Ft

Listing & Photos courtesy of The Agency

If you would like to see this property in person, please feel free to contact us anytime @ 310.600.9172 or email smilayproperties@gmail.com. We would be happy to assist!

Fully Furnished Loft for Lease in Hollywood's Best Building - Broadway Lofts

THE premiere loft building at one of the most famous intersections in the world, Hollywood & Vine. Loft living at it's finest in this full service celebrity building in prime Hollywood. This chic fully furnished loft by noteworthy interior designer has soaring 12' ceilings, rich dark hardwood flooring, exposed ducting, and a designer bathroom. One of only a few units in the building that have a fire escape "balcony" off of loft as well. Building amenities include: sublime rooftop pool with 360 degree views, spa, gym, valet parking and 24-hour concierge service. Lobby & rooftop designed by famed designer Kelly Wearstler. Walk to the W, Katsuya is downstairs, and all that new Hollywood has to offer. Just imagine lounging with your friends on the roof high above Hollywood this Summer.

1645 Vine St #605, Hollywood

$4,250/mo Fully Furnished 1 Bed 1 Bath 1,000 Sq. Ft

Pictures by Eric Smilay for Smilay Properties

If you are in town for awhile and/or wanting to test out the new Hollywood area before buying, this is a great place to do it, as it is being leased out fully furnished. If you would like to see this designer loft, please feel free to contact us anytime @ 310.600.9172 or email smilayproperties@gmail.com.

Hip Modern Beachwood Canyon House For Lease

Originally a 1920 Spanish house that the owner has masterfully transformed into a hip modern architectural house in the highly desirable Beachwood Canyon area. Wide open loft like floor plan with 9' ceilings throughout most of the property. Property has great indoor/outdoor flow with several large windows opening up to the outside throughout the property for true California living. Nice wood flooring throughout, upgraded kitchen and designer baths. Huge master suite with sitting area and office area off of the room and balcony overlooking peaceful canyon views. Stunning master bath features top of the line finishes, such as Duravit, Axor by Phillipe Starck Hansgroghe fixturing and stunning Ann Sacks tiles. Also a roof top deck, & peaceful zen front sitting area. Remodeled very nicely with great deatails like, deconstructed ceiling and exposed concrete blocks, by contractor owner. Available July 1st.

2591 Glen Green, Hollywood Hills

$5,000/mo Unfurnished 3 Bed 3 Bath 2,010 Sq. Ft 3,247 Lot Sq. Ft

Listing & Photos by Eric Smilay for Smilay Properties

If you would like to see this property in person, please feel free to contact us anytime 310.600.9172 or email smilayproperties@gmail.com.

Duplex Turned Stunning Loft Like Modern Showplace

I had the pleasure of seeing this property in person this week, and not only do I like the concept, but definitely liked the execution as well. The property was a Spanish style side by side duplex that the developer converted into a stunning wide open loft like four bedroom showstopper. They used as a base my favorite wood flooring choice at the moment throughout the home, wide plank white oak floors. The attention to detail is first rate, including the front bathroom (shown below) with wallpaper pattern like design ingrained into the tiles, which to be honest I had never seen before. There is a large chef's kitchen, a multitude of skylights allowing natural light to flood the property, and an ideal open floor plan leading to a truly relaxing backyard with great landscaping. I like how they kept one of the duplex doors on one side of the front to allow for a home office as well. Lying in a prime "Beverly Grove" neighborhood by all the chic shopping and restaurants on Melrose, this one is not to be missed.

641 Kilkea Dr, Los Angeles

$1,499,000 4 Bed 3 Bath 2,312 Sq. Ft 6,552 Lot Sq. Ft

Listing & Pictures by Sally Forster Jones & Daniel M. Weiser - Coldwell Banker-BH South

If you would like to see this stylish property in a prime location, please feel free to contact us anytime @ 310.600.9172 or email eric@smilayproperties.com.

Modern Meets Traditional With Land & A View In Style in Studio City

I had the pleasure of seeing this property in the hills of Studio City this past week, and I must say I really really liked it. The owner, who I met with and was great, did a fantastic job on the remodeling of the property and was able to create a nice mix of traditional and modern finishes that will appeal to a wide variety of potential buyers. They took what was a nice but dated property in a great location on a large lot and turned it into a special trophy property. The base of the home is the 8' wide white oak flooring, open spaces, and disappearing walls of glass (a personal favorite of mine). The chef's kitchen has been updated with "marble counters, custom-milled high-end floor to ceiling cabinetry, farmhouse sinks, and all top of the line appliances(Thermador, La Cornufe, Bosh)." The landscaping was clearly professionally done from the water feature in the entryway to the multiple private patios off of the bedrooms to the lush backyard with pool, fire pit, and plenty of green grass to run on. This property has great valley views, and is simply a must see if you are looking for a home in this price range.

3428 Wrightview, Studio City

$2,498,000 4 Bed 4 Bath 3,654 Sq. Ft 15,340 Lot Sq. Ft

Listing & Photos courtesy of Michaela Tupta-Cadiz - Nelson Shelton & Associates

If you would like to see this stunning home, please feel free to contact us anytime @ 310.600.9172 or email eric@smilayproperties.com.

Broadway Loft Updated Pictures

This is the third time I will be leasing out this great loft at the famed Broadway Loft Building in booming Hollywood, and on a recent showing I decided to break out the new camera and take some updated pictures. The main selling point besides the actual loft itself with it's 12' ceilings, designer furnishings, and open floor plan is the building. This is the premiere full service building in Hollywood with a ton of fine amenities, including 24 hour doormen, valet parking, designer lobby, gym, and most importantly sublime rooftop pool & spa with tremendous views. Just imagine lounging with your friends on the roof high above Hollywood just in time for Summer.

1645 Vine St #605, Hollywood

$3,950/mo Fully Furnished 1 Bed 1 Bath 1,000 Sq. Ft

Pictures by Eric Smilay for Smilay Properties

If you are in town for awhile and/or wanting to test out the new Hollywood area before buying, this is a great place to do it, as it is being leased out fully furnished. If you would like to see this designer loft, please feel free to contact us anytime @ 310.600.9172 or email smilayproperties@gmail.com.

Small But Swanky Lease Opportunity in Prime West Hollywood

While this home is not large, at just over 1400 sq. ft it does lie in a prime West Hollywood neighborhood just on the border of Beverly Hills, and would be a swanky rental house. For anyone coming into LA for an extended period, this furnished lease home is obviously much larger then a hotel room would be and at the asking price pencils out to about $217/night. Try getting that rate in this location. At this cool and well styled mid-century home, you have your own private pool, and are within minutes to plenty of restaurants, high end shopping, and nightlife. The listing points out "This sleek space features spacious loft-like rooms, skylights, bamboo floors, designer built-ins, with a master bedroom opening on to a sparkling pool. Furnishings include high end pieces from the finest internationally known designers." Looks and sounds good to me.

9004 Ashcroft Ave, West Hollywood

$6500/mo Fully Furnished 2 Bed 2 Bath 1,410 Sq. Ft 5,000 Lot Sq. Ft

Listing & Photos courtesy of Marc Silver - Sotheby's Int'l Rlty - BH

If you need a short or longer term rental in LA, this one may be ideal. If you would like to see this hip mid-century lease property, please feel free to contact us anytime @ 310.600.9172 or email eric@smilayproperties.com.

Another Trousdale Estates Area Dream House Architectural Listed

Lying on an impressive and private promontory is this new architectural listing in an A+ Beverly Hills location. The house itself looks stunning with clean lines, an open floor plan, terrazzo flooring, and a multitude of large disappearing walls of glass. According to the listing the home was created by, "John Bertram, a renowned Southern California Architect whose portfolio includes million-dollar restorations of historic Neutra's, schindler's & launtners including the Brown house in Bel-Air." The listing's remarks go on to say it was "Designed in the International Style & using a palette of smooth coat stucco, steel, terrazzo, cork, walnut and glass, the rooms are visually seamless architectural elements that offer an array of quietly surprising details." The home was built using green technology, including solar panels and high efficiency products. The property itself is over an acre and appears to be on a knoll by itself overlooking the entire city. I like the fact that it has a large amount of flat grass, which is tough to find in the hills. This home is going to make some buyer quite happy for many years and is a true dream home!

1133 Miradero Road, Beverly Hills

$9,750,000 4 Bed 4.5 Bath Sq. Ft Not Listed 53,143 Lot Sq. Ft

Notice the accordion glass window over the sink opening to the outside

Listing & Photos courtesy of Benjamin Bacal & Dena Luciano - Keller Williams Realty - Hollywood Hills

If you would like to visit this truly inspiring property in person, please feel free to contact us anytime @ 310.600.9172 or email eric@smilayproperties.com.

Hollywood Urban Live/Work Lifestyle

Imagine a lifestyle where you move right into a furnished designer done loft in a secure doorman building at one of the most famous intersections in the world, Hollywood & Vine. You wake up in your hip designer done modern two story loft and go downstairs to your lower level, which houses your office work area - no sitting in traffic during your daily commute. At the end of the day you head back upstairs to get ready for a night on the town, and outside of the building you can walk a maximum of two blocks in either direction and you have top restaurants, shopping, and nightlife at your grasp within minutes. This saves you time, energy, gas money, and is just easier. Modern living at it's finest. Imagine that.

With the evolution of Hollywood there is now a chance to live this urban NYC style lifestyle, but with the ideal climate of Los Angeles. In the past several years there has been a trend toward mixed use buildings, loft conversions, high end restaurants, and nightlife in Hollywood. For the right person looking to be among the action with the ability to walk everywhere, Hollywood & Vine is the epicenter. For me, I would much rather live here then downtown, especially considering the prices are already comparable if not even less in Hollywood.

If this lifestyle appeals to you, this listing of mine may be just the right opportunity to own it.

Pictures by Eric Smilay for Smilay Properties

If you would like to discuss this area and it's recent growth further or visit this property in person, please feel free to contact us anytime @ 310.600.9172 or email eric@smilayproperties.com.

Price Reduction At Two Story Hollywood Designer Loft

Smilay Properties is pleased to present our new listing at the Lofts @ Hollywood & Vine Building in Hollywood.

In the heart of one of the most famous intersections in the world, Hollywood & Vine, is this designer done super chic two story loft. The NYC style loft at the heart of new Hollywood is being offered fully furnished, complete with custom and rare designer furniture, artwork, and wall coverings. The loft features soaring ceilings, a ton of windows flooding the property with natural light, and views of the landmark Capitol Records building and Hollywood sign. There is a bedroom/office area downstairs, and a bedroom area and open living/dining room/kitchen upstairs. A great mix of raw space in this recently converted 1929 building & high end modern finishes like the all Viking kitchen and Ann Sacks tiles in the bathrooms. Booming location, walk to the W Hotel, Katsuya, Pantages Theater, and much more. Note, HOA dues include all basic utilities & doorman. In short, this one is special!

6253 Hollywood Blvd #306, Hollywood

$650,000 (Reduced $49K from $699,000) 2 Bed 1.5 Bath 1,395 Sq. Ft

For more pictures visit the dedicated website

Listing by Eric Smilay for Smilay Properties Pictures by Michael Andrew McNamara for Smilay Properties

Nothing to be done on this one, can just move right in. The design and furniture is amazing and really gives the loft a wow factor. This is a rare resale in a great building with a cool lobby and rooftop deck overlooking all of the city. If you would like to visit this property in person, please feel free to contact us anytime @ 310.600.9172 or email eric@smilayproperties.com.

Amazing Montecito Glass Pavilion Designer Tour - Instant Classic

I posted this stunning one of a kind property way back in June of 2010. It was built by one of my favorite LA home designers and uber high end flippers, Steven Hermann. Mr. Hermann quite simply has skills, and has sold homes for record prices to celebrities and CEO's alike. In fact his last sale was this amazing Trousdale Estate area mid-century modern sold to none other then celebrity designer Vera Wang for $9,200,000. You can see Ms. Wang in her new west coast abode in this spread in Harpers Bazaar. Back to perhaps his best creation yet, the Glass Pavilion on a 4 acre spread in Montecito. At that time I originally posted the 14,000 sq. ft property, it was being floated around privately off the market for a whopping $35M. I think Mr. Hermann and his family are living there and would gladly sell for a huge number, but were just enjoying the property in the interim. I was flipping around the TV this weekend and came across a walk through tour by the designer himself (posted below). It seems they are more serious about selling the property and are now offering it at a more "reasonable" (cough) $19,995,000. Mr. Hermann explains in the video that he is a huge fan of modernism architecture and designed the home as a modern update to the Farnshworth House by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in the mid 1940's. If you have this kind of money, I could not think of a better home to purchase though, as this one is an instant classic!

You can see a ton of pictures here, but you can get a real sense of the designer's thought process and some of the finishes used and why in this walk through tour.

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Video courtesy of LX TV Open House on NBC

This is one of the finest pieces of modern architecture I have seen, and would be quite a trophy property for the lucky buyer. If you would like to visit this property in person, please feel free to contact us anytime @ 310.600.9172 or email eric@smilayproperties.com.

Uber Chic NYC Style Loft @ Hollywood & Vine; Hollywood

Smilay Properties is pleased to present our new listing at the Lofts @ Hollywood & Vine Building in Hollywood.

In the heart of one of the most famous intersections in the world, Hollywood & Vine, is this chic two story loft. The NYC style loft at the heart of new Hollywood features soaring ceilings, a ton of windows flooding the property with natural light, and views of the landmark Capitol Records building and Hollywood sign. There is a bedroom/office area downstairs, and a bedroom area and open living/dining room/kitchen upstairs. A great mix of raw space in this recently converted 1929 building & high end modern finishes like the all Viking kitchen and Ann Sacks tiles in the bathrooms. Shows like a "model loft" and can be purchased fully furnished, complete with custom and designer furniture, artwork, and wall coverings for $650,000. Booming location, walk to the W Hotel, Katsuya, Pantages Theater,& much more. Note, HOA dues include all basic utilities & doorman. Washer/dryer hookups in unit. Great for investors also as can lease for a high monthly rate in a rapidly growing location.

6253 Hollywood Blvd #306, Hollywood

$595,000 2 Bed 1.5 Bath 1,395 Sq. Ft

For more pictures visit the dedicated website

Listing by Eric Smilay for Smilay Properties Pictures by Michael Andrew McNamara for Smilay Properties

Nothing to be done on this one, can just move right in. The design and furniture is amazing and really gives the loft a wow factor. This is a rare resale in a great building with a cool lobby and rooftop deck overlooking all of the city. If you would like to visit this property in person, please feel free to contact us anytime @ 310.600.9172 or email eric@smilayproperties.com.

Modern Upgraded Santa Clarita Townhouse for Lease

Stunning townhome upgraded to the 9's in highly desirable Mariposa community. Unit features include beautiful rich dark wood flooring, gourmet chef's kitchen with stunning granite countertops & all newer stainless steel appliances. The property has an ideal open floor plan with two large bedrooms on opposite sides of the unit, both with upgraded beige berber carpeting, and the master has a large walk in closet. This is not like the other ones you may have seen in this area, as this one has a true sense of designer style with over $35K in upgrades! Built in 2006, the property has been freshly painted and professionally cleaned; shows like new. Comes with private one car garage with direct entry and an additional deeded carport space close to the unit. Resort like community has a relaxing pool area with spa and built in bbq's in addition to the children's playground area. Don't miss this opportunity to start 2012 off right.

19344 Laroda Lane, Santa Clarita

Reduced to $1795/mo for Lease 2 Bed 2 Bath 1,404 Sq. Ft

See a personal video walk through tour of the property after the break.

Listing & Photos courtesy of Eric Smilay for Smilay Properties

This is a very cool modern townhome in a great suburban location. For lying an easy 30 minute drive outside of Hollywood, this is also a great value, as would lease for over $3,000/mo if it was in closer to the city. If you would like to visit this property in person, please feel free to contact us anytime @ 310.600.9172 or email smilayproperties@gmail.com.

Traditional Turned Modern Architectural in Mar Vista

Take a look at this traditional 1947 home given an update into a modern architectural by the European Architectural Firm Comina + Olivier Biaggi. The updates, completed in 2008, take the home to a new level with a great open floor plan and stunning high end finishes throughout. The majority of the home is grounded in beautiful Walnut flooring with contrast nicely to the clean white gallery walls, perfect for hanging one's art collection. Downstairs is a wide open floor plan combining the family room drenched in sunlight through the large windows and tall doors, living room with fireplace, and a modern open galley kitchen with a marble island. These all lead out to the peaceful backyard with a deck, fire pit, and hot tub; making this truly an entertainer's home. Upstairs houses the bedrooms, which all come equipped with spa like bathrooms. Lying North of Venice Blvd and West of Centinela, this is a great location just minutes to Venice and the beach.

3645 May St, Mar Vista

$1,590,000 4 Bed 3.5 Bath 2,700 Sq. Ft per owner 5,846 Sq. Ft Lot

Listing and Photos courtesy of Linda Scheft - Coldwell Banker Marina Del Rey

If you would like to see this modern architectural home in a coveted Westside location for yourself, please feel free to contact us anytime @ 310.600.9172 or email smilayproperties@gmail.com. Having just sold a modern architectural home in this neighborhood last week, I know all of the available options and have a great sense of the market values, and would be happy to assist you in your housing search.

Sleek Modern Outpost Architectural; Hollywood Hills

Chic modern architectural home in the desirable Outpost Estates area of the Hollywood Hills. Designed by an Architect for their personal home, and now available. The home features a double height living room, ideal open floor plan, Brazilian walnut hardwood flooring, and high end kitchen and baths. The outdoor space has been utilized remarkably well, and flows out from the living room. It is a secluded private yard with a pool, sitting areas, and great landscaping. I have shown this property previously, and it is very well designed. If you like modern architectural homes, this is a great area, and could be the one...

2613 Carmen Crest Dr., Hollywood Hills

$2,749,000 3 Bed 2.5 Bath 3,480 Sq. Ft. 5,652 Lot Sq. Ft

Listing & Photos courtesy of Louise Leach & Juan Longfellow - Sotheby's Int'l Realty

If you would like to see this sleek architectural home in person, please contact us anytime @ 310.600.9172 or email smilayproperties@gmail.com.

New Lease Listing @ Celebrity Broadway Lofts Building; Hollywood

Having previously leased this unit, the current Tenant will be moving out soon, so the property will be available again August 15th. This is a designer NYC style loft in the most desirable loft building in Hollywood, filled with celebrities and VIP's. Here is a great opportunity to live in the center of Hollywood's growth on the world famous intersection of Hollywood & Vine. The fully furnished loft designed by noteworthy east coast designer comes fully stocked with everything, including a large approximately 50" flat screen TV. There are not a ton of lofts in Hollywood, and this is widely considered the best building, so this is an opportunity not to be missed. The full service building and it's amenities, including valet parking, gym, concierge, ability to order from Katsuya downstairs, and stunning rooftop pool and lounge are unmatched in the city.

1645 Vine #605, Hollywood

$3,850/mo Fully Furnished w/ Designer Furnishings 1 Bed 1 Bath 1,000 Sq. Ft.

See more pictures of the loft and the building, and a video here.

If you would like to see this property in person, please contact us anytime @ 310.600.9172 or email smilayproperties@gmail.com.

Sleek Mid-Century Modern - Hollywood Hills

Lying in the Outpost area of the Hollywood Hills, this sleek mid-century modern architectural home has just hit the market. According to the listing, the "Home has been featured in Sunset Magazine." The property has been remodeled with sophisticated style and designer touches throughout. Although a smaller home, with the disappearing walls of glass leading out to the huge outdoor deck with stunning views of both the downtown skyline and the Griffith Park Observatory, allowing the outdoors in; thus, making it feel more spacious than the square footage suggests. This one looks a like it could be special.

2408 Carman Crest Dr, Hollywood Hills

$1,399,000 2 Bed 2 Bath 1,600 Sq. Ft 24,620 Lot Sq. Ft

Listing & Photos Courtesy of Denny Kagasoff - Prudential California - Beverly Hills

Updated everything with stunning views in a coveted location; what else could one want? If you like this style of architecture and modern finishes in both the kitchens and baths, this may be the one you have been waiting for. If you wish to see this property, please feel free to contact us anytime @ 310.600.9172 or email smilayproperties@gmail.com.