luxury architect apartments / penthouses for sale California, United States

Atop Russian Hill's Francisco Park, this impeccably reimagined and refined pied-a-terre has been the San Francisco home of award-winning architect Andrew Skurman. Following a stunning transformation of space to increase scale and sight-lines of this bucolic neighborhood, Alcatraz, and the San Francisco Bay, this jewel-box apartment strikes a rare balance between city sophistication and ultimate comfort for both entertaining and unwinding. Inspired by architect Gio Ponti and artistic designer Piero Fornasetti, the apartment was designed to the Italian midcentury standard. The living room benefits from rare cross-light orientation, receiving north and south light. Walls painted in Farrow & Ball’s “Borrowed Light” connect with clouds, sky, and Bay, creating an ethereal balance. A commitment to clean lines, the modern showcase kitchen anchors the living space with sophisticated materials, abundant cabinetry for concealed storage. The balcony provides a serene vantage point for enjoying Bay views and the charm of Russian Hill. Perfectly suited for second-home seekers, this residence blends architectural pedigree, elevated design, and one of San Francisco's most desirable locations into a truly special city retreat.

Sophisticated luxury meets timeless elegance in this exceptional Clancy Lane estate in one of Rancho Mirage's most prestigious addresses. From the moment you arrive via the circular drive and enter the gated courtyard with its tranquil fountain and grand custom doors, the home sets a tone of refined desert living. A dramatic foyer leads to the formal living room, where a stacked-stone fireplace, soaring ceilings, and French doors showcase sweeping south-facing mountain views. The chef's kitchen is a culinary masterpiece, featuring illuminated mahogany cabinetry, granite surfaces, a generous prep island with counter seating, 100-bottle wine cooler, and elite appliances including buit-in Sub-Zero refrigerator, Dacor Range top, Miele Dishwasher, Wolf double ovens, and a warming drawer. Seamless flow connects the kitchen to both the intimate dining area and the inviting family room. Designed for effortless indoor-outdoor living, the residence features an expansive entertainment pavilion complete with built-in gas BBQ, mini refrigerator, mini dishwasher, sink, granite counters, ceiling fan, and outdoor TV. The resort-style half acre plus backyard offers a PebbleTec pool and spa, each with independent heating systems plus a new 'Estate Green' putting green, Sonus outdoor speakers, automatic landscape lighting, and a cooling misting system for warm desert days. The thoughtfully designed floor plan provides exceptional privacy with two primary suites and an additional ensuite guest bedroom, each with patio access and electric roller shades. Additional highlights include a finished 3-car garage with extensive cabinetry and refrigerator, a spacious interior laundry room with office niche, and a host of significant upgrades: double insulation, owned new solar panels, four new A/C condensers, two new furnaces, two new tankless water heaters, and a new Kinetico water softener and filtration system, plus a built-in lighting control system . The home is also equipped with a security system 8 exterior and 2 interior Ring cameras. 20 Clancy Lane Estates is a rare offering of elegance, comfort, and impeccable craftsmanship. This Clancy Lane estate embodies the pinnacle of Rancho Mirage luxury living.