3 Distinctive Coastal Homes from Hermosa Beach to Santa Monica

Along the Hermosa Beach coastline, this updated modern townhome by pioneering architect Pat Killen pairs clean lines with purposeful, functional design. Volume and natural light define the arrival, flooding the entry and rising stairwell to set a calm, architectural rhythm from the start. The interiors lean into refined simplicity, with sophisticated undertones that let the home’s modern geometry do the talking. Ocean views extend the sense of openness, while a rooftop deck with 360-degree views invites everything from quiet mornings to evening gatherings. Two additional decks and an enclosed yard add easy outdoor options across the day. With 3 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, a dedicated laundry room, and a large garage, the layout supports daily life without sacrificing design clarity—an environment that feels sleek, sustainable, and ready for creative living.

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On E 15th Street in Long Beach, this 1923 Craftsman stands just beyond the former Virginia Country Club grounds that became today’s Recreation Park. As the area evolved into the city’s playground—golf links nearby, baseball at Blair Field, and concerts at the Spanish-revival bandshell—this home remained a quiet witness to nearly a century of local tradition. Inside, the classic Craftsman character is paired with thoughtful 1980s updates, including a spacious primary bedroom loft that adds volume and flexibility to the layout. With three bedrooms and two bathrooms, the floor plan balances everyday comfort with a sense of history rooted in Long Beach’s golden era. Set on its own lot near the park’s long-running activity and gathering places, life here feels connected to the rhythms of the neighborhood.

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In the heart of Ocean Park, Santa Monica, art meets architecture in a renovated (2024) live/work compound designed to blur indoor and outdoor living. Secure behind custom remote-access gates, lofty ceilings and one-of-a-kind materials set a gallery-like tone, while expansive retractable Fleetwood window walls draw you to an approximately 1,000-square-foot view terrace. Crow’s nest vistas take in the Pacific Ocean, city, and mountains, shaping both upstairs and downstairs indoor/outdoor spaces. Two state-of-the-art ARAN Cucine kitchens—one in the main house and one in the attached guest house—feature Dacor appliances and a dedicated baking center. A large gym or media room with mirrored wall, an upstairs office/children’s study, and a downstairs family entertainment room open to an integrated Ipe deck, Cabo deck pool with waterfall hot tub, and tranquil garden—an easy rhythm for daily life in the city.

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