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Summer is upon us! And with the sunny days and warm weather there is no better time to try a new workout! With all of our glamorous celebrities, artists and “beautiful people” Angeleno fitness culture leads the world in new and funky ways to get a sweat on! Whether you’re looking to feel good and have some fun or you want to chisel your body into a replica of a Greek statue, there is something for everyone in our beautiful city!

Los Angeles’ booming tech community is focusing on making homes more intelligent. From smart locks to services where users can control all home appliances via your smartphone, the future of the Smart Home looks bright! Check out these three innovative companies that are attempting to make your home safer and more efficient.

From dazzling views of the city to sweeping vistas of the Pacific Ocean, there is nothing quite like spending a warm summer day or night with friends and loved-ones at one of Los Angeles’ coolest rooftops! Here are a few our favorites where you can catch us lounging by the pool, sipping a cold beverage and taking in the sights.

Los Angeles’ star is quickly rising in the international art scene. With many artists living and creating here, great art schools, multiple new galleries and vibrant neighborhoods, it is no surprise that Los Angeles is becoming a force to be reckoned with in the art world. Adding to this exciting new landscape are three new modern art museums opening in 2017!

“Real estate is no longer just a cookie-cuttered, MLS-driven business,” explains Real Estate Broker Ivan Estrada from Douglas Elliman, one of the largest real estate brokerage firms in the United States. The real estate industry, like other industries, is driven by movers and shakers who others look to when making key decisions such as listing their home, purchasing a home, and seeking out a broker.

Rising 40 stories high, Ten Thousand was designed by Handel Architects to capture LA's classic and contemporary aesthetic. Inspired by the work of 20th century modernists, the two and three bedroom residences feature dramatic floor to ceiling windows that showcase spectacular views of the Hollywood Hills to Downtown Los Angeles and the Pacific Ocean.

Smart home technology is promising us a world full of added luxury and convenience as companies race to release new products that will save us time and energy around the home. As advances continue in the realms of augmented reality and smart home integration, what types of amenities do we see transforming one of the most private retreats in the home?

After one year of coding, Mark Zuckerberg unveils his custom built the AI Robot Running Mark Zuckerberg’s Smart Home. Imagine a world where all of your devices are seamlessly interconnected and controlled through the power of voice command. Your house is filled with smart devices that talk to each other and control everything from your thermostat to your home entertainment system.

It is projected that city will welcome nearly 1.5 million new residents by 2050 - meaning the total population will swell to over 12 million. How will Los Angeles – a city infamous for palm trees, celebrities, and suburban sprawl – address the growing population needs of tomorrow?

One tip we give our clients when they are deciding which city to move to is this... if you have the opportunity do what we call a staycation in a city of interest. Take a weekend and AirBnB a house in the area you are looking to move. You don't need to break the bank, but look at it as an investment.