Steve Hermann, the mastermind behind L’Horizon and The Colony Palms in Palm Springs, California, has recently opened the doors to Hermann Bungalows, his latest show-stopping project. The architectural designer cum style maven, who used to design A-listers homes, shares his personal favorites not to be missed when visiting the heart of the desert.   SHOPPING / […]

Most recently nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize for his global work with World Central Kitchen, José Andrés is a man who wears many hats – starting with his Toque Blanche. From his cooking skills that led to the opening of 40 of the most notable restaurants in America, including his most recent Zaytinya South […]

In March 2024, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices hosted HERO 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana. This annual event is always well-attended, with more than 6,000 global associates attending, as it is a great way to connect with like-minded professionals and celebrate achievements. While Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties had about 100 agents there, 20 of our agents […]

A new exhibition at the Museum of Latin American Art in Long Beach, California, provides a journey through Miami artist Alexandre Arrechea’s prolific career.   The intersection of architecture and social issues has interested artist Alexandre Arrechea as far as he can remember. It certainly informed his work as one of the founding members of […]

Beauty entrepreneur April Gargiulo marks a decade of Vintner’s Daughter with a third product launch.   It is not uncommon to hear great winemakers refer to their grandchildren—even before they have children of their own. Their perception of time is different and that difference is vital to their success. Though such patience may be uncommon, […]

Located at the foothills of the Santa Rosa Mountains, Sensei Porcupine Creek may be the most exclusive, 22-room oasis of renewal and wellness you never heard of. The genesis of Sensei Porcupine Creek, founded by the tech magnate and Silicon Valley billionaire Larry Ellison and Dr. David Agus, a world-leading physician and The New York […]

Ranked in the top half of one percent of all Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices agents, as well as the top 1.5% of 1.6 million agents in the nation by Real Trends, Meredith Schlosser brings an East Coast persistence and relentless follow-through to the West. Whether she is not out knocking on doors, making calls for her […]

Your Advocate for Homeownership   I just celebrated 35 years in real estate, which was such a meaningful milestone. Real estate is my passion and my calling. I can honestly say I’m just as excited to wake up in the morning and go to work as I was three-and-a-half decades ago when I first started. […]

Lorie Bartron dove into real estate on the advice of a client, resulting in a “Rookie of the Year” award in her first year in business and a newly found passion. Thirty-five years later, Bartron is as dedicated to her business as she is to the team of five that comprises Bartron Real Estate Group. […]