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October 2024
George Wolfberg Park Victorious at LA Architectural Awards The 46-Acre Park, Which Opened in December 2022 After Decades of Community Advocacy, Was Celebrated for Its Thoughtful Design Pacific Palisades’ George Wolfberg Park at Potrero Canyon has been awarded the prestigious Chairman’s Award at the 54th annual Los Angeles Architectural Awards, recognizing innovative projects that advance Los Angeles’ design legacy and promote community well-being. The 46-acre park, which opened in December 2022 after decades of community advocacy, was celebrated for its thoughtful design, which stabilizes steep slopes and restores natural habitat in the canyon. The City of Los Angeles’ Architectural Division and Geotechnical Engineering Division, along with Marrs Services, led the project to buttress the canyon’s
unstable slopes and install an advanced drainage system to prevent landslides, while also creating a riparian habitat for the community to enjoy. “This year’s honorees reflect how architecture can build vibrant, inclusive spaces that serve the public good,” said Los Angeles Business Council (LABC) President Mary Leslie. “From reimagined parks like George Wolfberg Park to other projects across the city, these designs
foster progress and enhance community life.” The annual LA Architectural Awards celebrate projects that contribute to Los Angeles’ role as a creative capital. Over four dozen projects were recognized this year, with winners selected by a jury of architects, developers, and industry experts. The awards highlight the intersection of design, community impact, and sustainability in architecture.
George Wolfberg Park offers scenic trails that stretch from the Palisades Recreation Center to the Pacific Coast Highway, with views of the Pacific Ocean and interpretive signs highlighting the area’s history and ecosystem. It stands as the largest city park in Pacific Palisades, designed for passive recreation like hiking, biking, and picnicking.
Matthew Perry’s Palisades Home Sells for $8.55M: Report Perry Purchased the House in 2020 for $6 Million and Undertook Extensive Renovations, Including Adding a Pool and BatmanThemed Décor
The Los Angeles home where actor Matthew Perry, known for his iconic role as Chandler Bing on “Friends,” passed away last year, has been sold for $8.55 million, according to the New York Times. The 3,500-square-foot, midcentury modern residence in Pacific Palisades was purchased by Arizona-based real
estate developer Anita Verma-Lallian. Perry, who died at 54 in October 2023, was found unresponsive in the property’s backyard hot tub. His death was initially classified as a drowning, but later attributed to the “acute effects of ketamine,” with opioids also found in his system. A subsequent investigation led to charges against his personal assistant, two doctors, and others for supplying him with the drug. Perry purchased the house in 2020 for $6 million and undertook extensive renovations, including adding a pool and Batman-themed décor, a nod to his selfproclaimed “Mattman” persona. The secluded property sits on 0.4 acres and includes four bedrooms and four-and-a-half bathrooms. The offmarket sale was handled by Christie’s International Real Estate, with VermaLallian acquiring the house as an investment property. The sale comes amid significant real
estate activity for Verma-Lallian, who is also the founder of Arizona Land Consulting, as reported by The New York Times. Her recent ventures include a $20 million land deal in Buckeye, Arizona, and a $40 million acquisition in Casa Grande.
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