Considering custom building a second home? There's an undeniable allure to owning a second home, especially in the coastal havens of Manhattan Beach and Hermosa Beach. These homes are more…

For some designers, appliances are little more than a finishing touch on new builds or home renovations. With standard dimensions for each type of appliance, all contractors really have to…

If the originality and artistry of custom-built pieces doesn't already draw you in, consider the fact that the alternative, “fast furniture,” is hurting our bodies and the environment. Times have…

For a long while now, you’ve had certain new home features in mind that you know you’ll never get unless you custom build. They’re unique and very specific to your…

Statewide codes come into play when you build a new home in California. We understand why you’d want to custom build in California. The state offers amazing outdoor adventures, the…

Choosing the wrong custom home builder is a costly mistake that we want to help you avoid. Because the truth is, it’s better for everyone if you end up with…

Photo: Sergei Gussev Want to live in Los Angeles County? We hope this overview helps you find the perfect community. We live in the South Bay, and we love to…

Beach design is about hardiness. Conditions at the beach can be rough, but it’s like swimming in the waves. If you work with them, rather than against them, it’s much…

With the right guidance, you can custom build a luxury beach house that works for your family and withstands the environmental stressors of oceanfront property. At White Sands, we’re not…

Building a California home is a huge investment—perhaps the biggest you’ll ever make. So should you do it? Most of us at White Sands have built a California home ourselves.…

Property in California beach towns is highly desirable, and custom building in the South Bay is a huge investment. Protect yourself by choosing the right California builder. It’s difficult to…

Want a home with a cool California coastal vibe? Use beach decor to create that ambiance in your custom built home! When we talk about beach decor, we’re really talking…

Thinking of building a beach house and feeling a little overwhelmed? These questions and tips will help you find your bearings on the California coast. 1. Renovate or demolish? There…

You’re designing a new home in California's South Bay? Don't overlook your beach house exterior. We know it’s easy (and fun!) to let interior design take center stage, especially when…

Choosing the right team is important in beach volleyball. It’s even more important when building your dream house. You’re ready to build the beach house you’ve always wanted. You’ve picked…

Many of us want to work from home these days, even as offices reopen. The way that we work has changed, and this change has been coming long before most…

There are so many things to do in Hermosa Beach! Custom Build here and live in a vibrant small town, with a costal energy and an inspiring history. Hermosa Beach…

You want to build your California beach house in the South Bay. You know what zoning regulations your Manhattan Beach lot falls under. You know you want to build a…

Your beach house can be kid and pet friendly without being boring or cluttered. Our clients sometimes assume that all the character and refinements have to be stripped from their…

Need a Los Angeles Architect to design your custom beach house? We can help! Excited to custom-build your dream house? Do you have some idea of styles you like and…

Like all densely-populated southern California areas, the South Bay has strict zoning laws. California zoning can be very confusing. And the laws in Manhattan Beach are different from those in…