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September 15th, 2014 at 11:00 am

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As part of our goal to enhance the quality of the neighborhoods we live in and serve, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties created The Charitable Foundation as an outlet to give back. Through the Foundation, our agents and employees can make a difference in their communities. Since inception, The Charitable Foundation has provided hundreds of grants totaling more than $4 million to local organizations in Santa Barbara, Ventura, Los Angeles, Orange and San Diego counties. The Foundation focuses on communities with an emphasis on education and environment.

How do we do it?

At Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, employees and agents are encouraged and actively participate by volunteering their time and talents. One of the things that makes The Charitable Foundation so successful is that it supports a wide variety of organizations. Instead of focusing solely on one initiative, our company provides assistance to those bettering their communities. For instance, the foundation may assist in the coordination of a beach day cleanup, holiday toy drive or even volunteer their time in local public schools.

The Charitable Foundation currently has five chapters: Santa Barbara, Ventura, Los Angeles, San Diego and Orange counties. As Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties continues to expand, so does the reach of The Charitable Foundation. To learn more, visit https://foundation.bhhscalifornia.com.

 

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September 11th, 2014 at 1:51 pm

Conveniently located in the heart of Israel’s capital, the Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem blends Greco-Roman, Gothic and Ottoman architecture. Within the hotel’s 80-year-old façade, guests can stay in one of 226 rooms spanning 10 floors. Opened last April, the hotel features the luxury accommodations travelers desire and expect from the Waldorf Astoria. Inside and out, the Waldorf blends contemporary styles while preserving its predecessor’s stonework. Some of the architecture dates back to the late 1920s.

For a world-class dining experience, guests can visit the Palace Restaurant and King’s Court. The Balcony Bar offers several dishes created from local ingredients. The highly rated concierge desk provides insider tips on best city views, shopping recommendations and sightseeing.

In 2015, the Waldorf is set to unveil the city’s premier spa and health center. For more information or to book a reservation, visit Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem.

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September 10th, 2014 at 11:30 am

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Summer may be coming to a close, but the fun doesn’t stop at the L.A. County Fair. Now through September 28, you can visit the fair Wednesdays through Sundays (closed Mondays and Tuesdays). The fair features events that cater to all age groups and interests. Main attractions include The Farm, shopping, kids’ zone, the grandstand, and the home and garden area. Visit the fair website at www.lacountyfair.com for information about daily happenings and features.

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September 4th, 2014 at 10:00 am

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Proudly offered by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties agents Simon Salloom and Tyson Park, for $7.995 million

Nestled on a hillside overlooking the Los Angeles basin, the Wolff Residence offers dramatic city views that span to the ocean. The residence was designed by John Lautner, FAIA, as his only homage to his mentor Frank Lloyd Wright and is often regarded by many architectural experts and aficionados as his finest work. The residence is an engineering tour de force marked by its use of geometric shapes and large scale, complemented by the extensive use of the architect’s signature Bouquet Canyon stone and hardwoods.

Surrounded by mature trees and set on an oversized lot with an extensive landscape design, the home was designed to merge seamlessly into the natural landscape. A beautiful example of Lautner’s uncompromising vision, the residence features a spectacular central atrium built around a large eucalyptus tree. The atrium is flanked by a dramatic stone “fortress” wall that was built at 45 degree angles so that it would support itself against seismic activity. In the adjacent living room, a wall of 16.5’ floor-to-ceiling windows and doors deliver breathtaking views of Los Angeles.

“This is an internationally renowned property by John Lautner, one of the most important figures in American architecture,” notes Salloom. “It is more than a house; it is one of the most important residences in the world ever offered for sale. The Wolff Residence represents a time when architects like Lautner were able to create uncompromising designs that would be difficult and/or cost prohibitive to build today.”
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September 2nd, 2014 at 10:00 am

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With all the new, innovative and amazing architectural projects taking place around the globe, it can be easy to overlook what we have right here in Southern California. You don’t have to go abroad to see a stunning work of art (although it’s a great travel excuse). Below is our list of 12 architectural masterpieces located just a short drive from you.

  1. The Getty Center (LA)
  2. Disney Theater (LA)
  3. Bradbury Building (LA)
  4. Museum of Contemporary Art (LA)
  5. Gamble House (Pasadena)
  6. The Hollyhock House (LA)
  7. Salk Institute (SD)
  8. Cathedral of Our Lady of Angels (LA)
  9. Hotel del Coronado (SD)
  10. Crystal Cathedral (Garden Grove)
  11. Segerstrom Center for the Arts (Costa Mesa)
  12. Geisel Library (SD)

 

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