Real Estate

Power Players

Blair Chang and Sam Palmer of The Agency are the ultimate westside real estate mavens Article by Amanda Eberstein | Photography by Nikki Finnin and Mike Kelley Like most successful working relationships, the matchup between real estate agents Blair Chang and Sam Palmer of the Agency happened organically. “I met Sam years ago when he came to see a listing I had in Mandeville Canyon,” Chang recalls. Palmer, who was born and raised in England, was looking for a new home to share with his wife...

Food + Beverage

Raising the Steaks

Matū Kai brings its signature beef—and elevated dining concept—to the heart of Brentwood Article by Carole Dixon | Photography by Jeffrey Chan and Virtually Here Studios After much anticipation, the team behind Matū—the buzzy Beverly Hills steak restaurant that exclusively serves highly-marbled, 100% grass-fed Wagyu from First Light Farms in New Zealand—has expanded the brand with a sibling outpost on San Vicente in Brentwood. With Matū Kai, Jerry A. Greenberg (a former tech entrepreneur who...

Home Services

Taking Root

Article and Photography by In addition to enhancing the physical environment of a property, trees provide many benefits for homeowners. Not only do they improve air quality, reduce stormwater runoff and absorb carbon dioxide and noise, but they also help regulate temperature and have many emotional advantages. For the ultimate local tree service, look no further than Green Valley Tree Care—an independently owned-and-operated company founded by certified arborist Carlos Mendoza in 2014...

Life + Culture

My Town: Dr. Jon Marashi

Article and Photography by Since opening his practice in Brentwood more than 15 years ago, cosmetic dentist Dr. Jon Marashi has quietly become revered as one of the industry’s most discerning and sophisticated talents, with longtime clients that include everyone from Kate Hudson to Ben Affleck to Cher. Known for his attention to detail and cutting-edge technical expertise, Marashi has also gained a reputation for his fun-loving personality and penchant for skateboarding—he can often be found...

Shopping

A Winning Combination

Shop local this Father’s Day with these five flawless gifts Article and Photography by Looking for the perfect gift for Father’s Day? There is no reason to scour social media or surf the web. Instead, we called on Jill Bronstein of Style Salon to put together a curated selection of items that are all available at local Brentwood boutiques. “Layering a men’s look is the secret to good styling,” says Bronstein, a resident of Rustic Canyon whose sartorial services include closet edits and...

Home + Design

Collective Good

Architects Brent Martin and Marc Newman of Martin Newman Office reflect on the Palisades Fire and the personal connections that have motivated them to participate in rebuilding Article by Maile Pingel Southern California’s unique architectural history has international reach, and many architects today, no matter where they live, feel a connection to our region because local figures like Charles Eames and John Lautner informed their educations and influenced their own careers. “There’s a...

Home + Design

Bright Spot

Shannon Wollack and Brittany Zwickl of Studio Life/Style redesign the interiors of a young family’s Brentwood Park home with sunshine in mind  Article by Maile Pingel | Photography by Sam Frost “The clients wanted a quintessential family home,” says Shannon Wollack of the Brentwood Park project she recently completed with her Studio Life/Style design partner Brittany Zwickl. The homeowners, who work in the charitable and entertainment fields, had been renting in the area, and when this...

Life + Culture

My Town: Laura Pozarny

Article and Photography by There are few people who know Brentwood better than real estate agent Laura Pozarny. Not only was she born and raised here, but she met her husband, Evan Pozarny of Muselli Commercial Realtors, while playing tennis at Barrington Recreation Center and the two were married at Brentwood Country Club. “Not many people can say that!” says the busy mother-of-two. “I’ve been able to build a life for myself here and feel rooted in the community. That is comforting for me.”...

Health + Wellness

Lip Service

Article and Photography by At Comfy Dental Studio, Dr. Sara Sabokpey is bringing spa-like wellness and a holistic approach to every-day and cosmetic dentistry. The innovative practitioner is also notably embracing natural methodologies that work with the body’s own healing processes. “When these innovative treatments are combined with proper nutrition, hydration and lifestyle practices, patients can achieve comprehensive wellness that extends far beyond oral health,” Dr. Sabokpey explains...

Local Services

In Full Bloom

Article by Amanda Eberstein Since opening in 1952, Anthony’s Flowers has been a cornerstone of the Brentwood community, beloved by locals for its small business values and talented staff, and widely considered to be one of the finest florists in all of Los Angeles. Although the original location was on San Vicente, the shop has been housed in a historic service bay by the gas station in Brentwood Village for more than 30 years. “I feel a responsibility to honor that history while also...