The Pacific Palisades Junior Women’s Club (PPJWC) continues its holiday tradition by showcasing three private homes, all beautifully decorated for the holidays by local florists and designers for the 22nd Annual Holiday Home Tour. The PPJWC Annual Home Tour will be held on Sunday, November 11 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets are $40 ($25 for seniors over 60) and can be purchased in advance by visiting www.ppjwc.com or on the day of the event at each of the homes or at the boutique at the Palisades Recreation Center, 851 Alma Real. The Holiday Boutique, open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. will feature a wide variety of gifts and other treasures. All proceeds from the PPJWC’s signature event are awarded to local nonprofit groups in the Palisades. Over the past five years, PPJWC has donated more than $500,000 to local public schools, Palisades Recreation Center, Palisades Branch Library and the Palisades-Malibu YMCA, among others. Pacific Palisades Junior Women’s Club is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing and preserving the quality of life in the Pacific Palisades. Membership is open to all women who live in Pacific Palisades and vicinity. PPJWC contributes over $90,000 annually to the community in the areas of education, recreation, beautification and community services. For more information visit: www.ppjwc.com or call: (310) 285-3218. 14641 Pampas Ricas Driving down Pampas Ricas in the Huntington Palisades, one cannot miss this home. The architecture, inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright, combines the straight, clean lines of a contemporary home with the charm of the Craftsman-style architecture. Central to the design is the formal dining room, which features both a fireplace and a chandelier made of glass flowers. Adding to the sophistication of the dining room is the painted detail on the raised ceiling and complementing glass wall sconces. Modern artwork, including abstract paintings and charcoal drawings, draw attention throughout the house. The homeowner’s love for clean lines and contemporary style is contrasted with warm tones and intricate textures. Colors and furniture are further enhanced by the beauty of nature, which spills in through the floor-to-ceiling windows that surround the pool and outdoor entertainment areas. Upstairs, the master suite carries the same simple sophistication. The children’s area is separated by bright colors and features a common area outside the bedrooms. 1560 Calle del Estribo Perched on a crest of the Santa Monica Mountains with spectacular views of the Santa Monica Mountains, this Tuscan-style home evokes an estate-like feeling. Its tree-lined, secluded driveway, provides rare and sought after privacy in Pacific Palisades. Although the house was rebuilt in 1999, as the visitor steps through the door it feels like stepping into the past of Northern Italy. A spiral staircase in the grand foyer combined with warm tones provides a welcoming atmosphere. The open floor plan and cathedral ceilings add to the elegant comfort. From the foyer, get a first glance at the master office off to the right and the living room and dining room that surround the foyer. It is difficult to miss the mountain views from the surrounding rooms. This home is full of antique accents, including a 200-year-old hand-carved wooden arch from an Italian church, and the rustic kitchen is a showcase for two original and naturally distressed wooden doors. Scenic outside living space includes a pool, spa and tennis courts. 17535 Camino de Yatasto Set just off the street in the Palisades Highlands, this home brings to life elegant French living. The home is eloquently decorated’from the foyer and living room to the pool and outdoor lounge area. Embracing classic French style, the homeowner combines antiques with traditional furniture and accents them all with rich fabrics. An intricate iron and limestone staircase sets the tone as you enter the house. The formal dining room to the left features a dome ceiling, resembling that of a French chateau, and an antique marble sidetable that was originally designed for the candy making. The powder room, off the foyer, features a mosaic tile floor and custom-made iron pedestal sink. One highlight of this house is the newly renovated kitchen, which features the latest appliances, marble counter tops and light color scheme. The upstairs features his and hers separate workspaces. The master suite is bathed in blue tones and is complete with a soaking tub and shower. Additionally, there are three children’s rooms, tailored to each child. After returning downstairs, browse outside and catch a glimpse of the koi pond and the outdoor living space. This house will be decorated in holiday style, complete with lights, ornaments and Christmas trees.
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