This $18.5 Million Home in L.A. Has a Gym Tucked Underneath the Swimming Pool

A multimillion-dollar price tag does not alone make a home a masterpiece. But now and then, a residence with exceptional attention to detail comes to market, which makes it worthy of the designation.

Architect Russell Shubin of Donaldson + Partners is behind one California dwelling that certainly fits the bill. Built with the “highest quality materials,” according to the listing, the facade of the Pacific Palisades stunner prioritizes a fusion of natural materials like wood, stone, and steel that create a lasting first impression. Unique design features like staircases encompassed by slatted Afromosia wood, softly illuminated rusticated stone walls, and one fireplace built into a wood-paneled wall not only add warmth to the $18.5 million gem but also highlight its timeless design. Drew Fenton of Carolwood Estates holds the listing.

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The living room’s stone wall and stone flooring continue seamlessly to a poolside terrace.

Located at 1716 San Remo Drive, the five-bedroom house with interiors by James Magni of Magni Kalman Design sits on a hillside with over 7,500 square feet of living space. Sculpted greenery softens the monumental—and windowless—street facade that’s comprised of buff-colored stone and glossy strips of Afromosia wood. A stone staircase leads to the foyer with a floating walnut staircase, which sits next to the formal living room with a gas fireplace set into a wood-paneled wall, ample wall space for coveted artworks and walls of floor-to-ceiling glass.

The abode’s use of wood continues into the kitchen and dining areas. Bone-colored stone flooring pops against the black base of the kitchen’s massive island with breakfast bar seating. A polished wooden ceiling panel hovers above the dining area and built-in wine cellar, while floor-to-ceiling sliding doors open to an alfresco dining area next to the pool.

1716 San Remo Drive, CA pool view
Out on the patio with alfresco dining space and captivating sunset views.

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Adjacent to the space is the great room with exposed stone walls and a slatted wooden wall feature. A broad bank of sliding glass doors opens onto a stone terrace next to the infinity pool. The unobstructed sunset views further enhance the home’s trophy status.

Other highlights include a second-floor primary bedroom and bathroom with rustic hillside views, a screening room with a full bar, a home office with a wall of built-in display shelves, and, daringly positioned underneath the swimming pool, a detached guest suite/gym that’s complete with a bathroom and kitchenette.

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