Space, proportion, light and material—all the elements that separate good architecture from great architecture—are used to masterful effect in this "painstakingly rebuilt" Laguna Beach estate by powerhouse duo, architect Anders Lasater and Aria Design.
Recently brought to market for $27.9 million by Tim Smith, a Luxury Property Specialist with Coldwell Banker Realty in Newport Beach who calls it "a true representation of elevated coastal living," the residence takes full advantage of its 79 feet of ocean frontage with panoramic ocean and coastline views captured from most rooms, expansive decks and terraces and private steps descending to Laguna's highly coveted Victoria Beach. Situated inside the ultra-exclusive gated enclave of Lagunita, the property also sits adjacent to the renowned Montage Resort.
Lasater's focus on translating space, proportion, light, and material into a transformative sensory experience is made tangible the moment you step inside the over 3,500 square-foot house. A dynamic floorplan moves across multiple levels, made possible by its cliffside perch, offering different vantage points and connections to the view. Indoor-outdoor living spaces celebrate the Southern California lifestyle. A mix of limestone, porcelain accents, a copper roof, and EnduroShield-treated glass railings seamlessly marry contemporary design with durability and longevity. At the center of the home sits a sprawling SieMatic chef’s kitchen equipped with quartz countertops, twin sets of Gaggenau ovens, Sub-Zero refrigeration, and Miele dishwashers. Entertainment flow is effortlessly elevated by a custom bar zone featuring Sub-Zero fridge/freezer drawers, transitioning directly into the main living spaces where floor-to-ceiling glass Fleetwood doors pull the ocean scenery inward. Connoisseurs will immediately notice the pristine, glass-enclosed refrigerated wine display holding up to 216 bottles, alongside dual Isokern fireplaces that anchor both the primary bedroom and main living room.
The indoor-outdoor design transitions beautifully onto 1,200 square feet of multi-tiered decks and verandas. Outfitted with Infratech ceiling heaters, an outdoor lounge, firepits, a custom water element, and an integrated living wall, these alfresco spaces feel less like a traditional deck and more like a high-end resort pavilion. It perfectly aligns with Lasater's mission to "elevate [our clients'] senses, and encourage a new found appreciation for the built environment around them –not just in the designs we create for them, but also in their every-day lives," as he once Voyage LA magazine.
The primary suite is a true private haven, detailed with exquisite finishes and heated towel racks. For wellness-minded buyers, the home features two dedicated offices alongside a tranquil meditation room, ensuring space for both productivity and mental clarity. By "helping our clients see the built world through a new, and more enlightened lens," Lasater said, the home becomes a catalyst to help them "be better at their own work, and in turn, educate others how to appreciate the world of architecture around them."
Behind its organic aesthetic, the home operates on a sophisticated tech stack. Equipped with a hydraulic elevator, full Savant home automation, seller-owned solar, dual laundry setups, advanced security, and comprehensive air and water purification systems, the estate is a turnkey dream and "a daily retreat from the ordinary," offers Smith.
View the complete listing by Tim Smith of Coldwell Banker Realty in Newport Beach.
