{"product_id":"malibu-california-malibu-sands-motel-apartments-1950s-rppc-postcard-unposted","title":"Malibu California Malibu Sands Motel Apartments 1950s RPPC Postcard Unposted","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"421\" data-start=\"220\"\u003eThis real photo postcard features the lounge interior of the Malibu Sands Motel and Apartments on Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu, California, reflecting the upscale coastal motel culture of the 1950s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"833\" data-start=\"423\"\u003ePostwar Southern California motel architecture increasingly emphasized modern interiors, resort-style amenities, and automobile convenience as Pacific Coast Highway tourism expanded along the Malibu coastline. Oceanfront and highway-adjacent motels competed through distinctive lounge spaces, contemporary furnishings, and themed decorative elements designed to attract vacation travelers and long-term guests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1473\" data-start=\"835\"\u003eThe image presents a stylish mid-century lounge anchored by a large stone fireplace with nautical and coastal decorative motifs including starfish, driftwood, and marine-inspired wall accents. Low-profile seating, terrazzo-style flooring, geometric room dividers, and clean-lined furnishings reinforce the modernist hospitality aesthetic associated with Southern California resort design during the period. Printed text identifies the property as Malibu Sands Motel and Apartments at 22333 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, California, while the photographic printing style and unused reverse are consistent with mid-century RPPC production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1764\" data-start=\"1475\"\u003eThe item shown in the listing is the exact item the collector will receive. We have tens of thousands of items to choose from. Shipping will always be combined (or refunded) to save you as much money as possible. Please contact us with any questions, or visit our store page for specifics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Everything Ephemera","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53458564743352,"sku":"20260512","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/8740\/6008\/files\/57_c97dd825-3931-4f75-a26d-961ba5fa3b55.jpg?v=1778623242","url":"https:\/\/everythingephemera.com\/products\/malibu-california-malibu-sands-motel-apartments-1950s-rppc-postcard-unposted","provider":"Everything Ephemera","version":"1.0","type":"link"}