The Ultimate In Los Angeles High Rise Living

In recent years Los Angeles has seen some of the most extraordinary high rise towers grace the skyline. Many of which have astonished us with their incredible amenities, personalized lifestyles and of course the design of the residences themselves.  The availability has slimmed in recent months, however there are still some great opportunities to reside in one of these great developments. 

Below are the top 5 ultra luxury high rises in the city...

Beverly West

Located at the beginning of the Wilshire Corridor's Golden Mile overlooking stunning panoramas of the Los Angeles Country Club fairways, the Hills, Century City and Downtown Los Angeles. This low density tower offers only 35 homes, 3 of which are penthouses that expend the entire level of each respective floor.

These estate condominiums offer dedicated elevator access with private entrance vestibule, soaring Great Rooms wrapped in walls of glass and limestone, marble and custom-finish hardwood plank floors throughout the residence. The Gourmet kitchens boast Expansive stone island and breakfast bar, European-style cabinetry, Sub-Zero 48-inch refrigerator, 48-inch Wolf range, dual Miele dishwashers, Sub-Zero wine steward, Wolf microwave and additional warming drawer. There are several floor plans to meet the needs on any lifestyle.

The Carlyle 

Located on the Western end of the Wilshire Corridor's Golden Mile this prominent high rise is a collaboration of Fendi Casa and the designers of the New York Plaza Hotel.  Each unit offers exquisite details down to the crown molding and trim to granite countertops and exceptional hardwood flooring.  Floor plans range from 2,700 to over 3,500 square feet with two and three bedroom plans offering three and four baths.  The finest of kitchen appliances grace a chef-inspired kitchen and breathtaking views from every unit.

Here you will enjoy 24-hour white-glove concierge services, private foyer elevators for every residence, climate-controlled immersion pool, fully equipped fitness center designed by sports club/la®, pristine outdoor gardens featuring lush lawns, night lighting, private seating areas with fireplace, private club room featuring Fendi Casa furnishings, climate-controlled wine cellar with private lockers, beautifully-appointed private dining room, grand lobby featuring Fendi Casa furnishings, personal valet parking service and state-of-the-art security and privacy.

The Century

The Century, An elliptical masterpiece designed by world-renowned Robert A.M. Stern Architects ascends 42 stories into the skies of Century City. The Century boasts panoramic views stretching from downtown, to across the Santa Monica Mountains and the Pacific Ocean. Within this private four-acre enclave of lush gardens, calming water features with soaring mature pines, residences of unprecedented scale define the evolution of estate living. Every conceivable detail has been carefully thought through in creating true West Coast elegance. It is a lifestyle never before realized in Los Angeles.

The Century is registered with the US Green Building Council with anticipated LEED Silver Certification, the benchmark for high-performance green building, which encompasses energy efficiency, sustainable building materials, water conservation and indoor environment quality.

The Ritz Carlton at L.A. Live

The Ritz Carlton at L.A. Live, Designed by Gensler, the internationally recognized architecture and interior design firm. The tower is an iconic anchor in Downtown’s South Park community. Viewed aesthetically, your Residence is architecturally unique; viewed environmentally, Silver LEED® certification. As the first skyscraper built Downtown in nearly two decades, it is by far the most sustainably built. Residences feature ceilings up to 10 feet high, floor to ceiling windows, natural stone flooring and countertops, Gaggenau kitchen appliances and kitchen cabinets crafted in Italy by Snaidero.

Amenities include a dedicated concierge, sky lobby, private lounge, multi-media screening room, fitness centers, rooftop swimming pool and spa, landscaped sky terrace, exclusive boardroom, valet parking, world-class culinary restaurants and all of the unrivaled hotel services of The Ritz Carlton.

W Hollywood Residences

The W Hollywood, unveiled in 2010, offers the ultimate lifestyle in newly reborn Hollywood. The W Hollywood Hotel & Residences brings the extraordinary W lifestyle combined with contemporary modern design offering 143 delightfully appointed residences and 305 signature hotel rooms. The W Hollywood and the Residences are LEED® Certified Silver. Translation: Everything, from architectural design to construction materials to technology to landscape achieves high standards of conservation and sustainability.

The Residences at the W Hollywood enjoy its own tower next to the W Hollywood. You’re greeted by your owner valet, doorman and concierge as you enter the sumptuous loft-like living room. Fifteen stories above, L.A.’s most spectacular rooftop and pool deck beckons, where the WET® deck with cabanas share jaw-dropping city wide views.  The Residences also features generous terraces, expansive glass walls, and a wealth of views and floor plans to choose from ranging from 1,219 square feet to more than 3,600 square feet. Exceptional brands like; Subzero®, Kuppersbusch®, Dornbracht®, Duravit®, Varenna® and Poliform®. Add to that plank hardwood flooring, Brazilian limestone, Caeserstone® countertops and Poliform® closet systems and you have a features package that rivals high-end custom homes.

Special penthouse and large scale residences are still available in most of these high rises.  We are many years away from new developments like these to be constructed.  Now is the time to own a piece of some of the finest buildings in the city, before its too late.