Relax and enjoy the view

That's because the pocket beaches, hot surf spots, laid-back attitude and leafy properties with drop-dead views are too great a lure, residents say.

Newport Beach architect Brion Jeannette capitalized on the unfettered views of downtown Laguna, the ocean and Santa Catalina Island from this property's hilltop perch by creating a modern, four-level steel-and-glass house with a terrace off of every room.

"The home has a very spacious feel," Jeannette said. He also "captured the sunlight for active and passive heating and cooling. There are a lot of green elements in the house."

diane.wedner@latimes.com

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