Seaside Storytelling: The Setting In the sought-after coastal enclave of Carpinteria, California—just south of Santa Barbara and beloved for its white sand beaches and laid-back luxury—George Lucas strengthened his presence in the market. In 2010, he purchased a beachfront property there for $19.5 million. Architectural Digest+2SFGATE+2 Then, in December 2019, he expanded his beachfront compound by acquiring an adjacent 2-acre parcel for $28 million. Forbes+1 Together, the ac