Our 2011 Home of the Year, also featured on our cover, is the breathtaking Carlsbad beachfront masterpiece of Ted Viola, who collaborated with David Taylor Development and architect Scott M. Grunst to blend the “old world charm of Rancho Santa Fe with the disappearing walls of an island resort,” Viola notes. Its multi-level layout focuses on infinite ocean views with 90 feet of fully retractable doors that magically disappear. Indoor/outdoor living is captured at every level, expanding the livable area to over 9,000 square feet. With five bedrooms, four full baths with glass-encased stone showers, and two half baths, this stunner also boasts six massive fireplaces, four steam rooms, a sauna, pizza oven, BBQ, library, and more. “It is an entertainer’s delight and has all the bells and whistles,” says Viola. “It’s also a must-see nature lover’s resort” with tropical but drought-resistant gardens of plumeria and other tropical trees.The home is currently listed with Ken Moran of Cabrillo Mortgage. (760/521-8527, ken@cabriollomortgage.com)
