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10 Advantages of Working with Sotheby’s International Realty Canada
Luxury is an experience, not a price point. We strive to uphold exceptional standards in every aspect of our services and take great pride in our national team of professional and specialized agents. Whether you’re planning on buying or selling a home, our commitment at Sotheby’s International Realty Canada remains the same: we deliver exemplary marketing and service to every client, regardless of a home’s neighbourhood or price range. f you’re considering buying or selling a home, here are at least 10 advantages of working with us.
Luxury Homes For Sale Over $20m
From an architectural masterpiece in Singapore to an idyllic retreat on the Gulf of Mexico, these are this month’s four featured notable properties for sale over $20 million.
Play Ball! 4 Homes With Bocce Courts
A rousing game of bocce—on a private court just steps from a home filled with sophisticated spaces and luxurious amenities—is the perfect way to pass some time alfresco during the last warm weeks of summer.
Rethinking The Familiar | 4 Homes That Use Space In New Ways
No matter how familiar and comfortable a home may be, there will always be opportunities to make the space even more unique. Spending additional time at home has inspired innovative solutions for working, entertaining, and relaxing—and these four luxury homes do an exceptional job of transforming common areas into creative spaces that make everyday living even more enjoyable.
Inside A Parisian-Inspired San Francisco Manor
In keeping with the motifs of its inspiration—the hôtels particuliers of France—this stately manor in Pacific Heights is gracefully positioned “entre cour et jardin”—that is, between a refined entry courtyard and a glorious backyard garden. Its undeniably classic architecture and influence notwithstanding, the residence is a perfectly modern milieu, at ease with contemporary fittings and furnishings as well as technological comforts and conveniences. Its generous scale, lofty ceilings, expansive wall space, and thoughtfully placed lighting create the ideal environs for art.
Totally Tactile
A truly inspired interior isn’t just something pretty to look at, it’s an immersive experience felt through every sense—including touch. The plushness of a shaggy rug underfoot, the splendor of running your fingers through a faux fur hide, the cozy lure of a hand-knit ottoman—by incorporating texture and tactility into your design, the look and feel becomes interactive. “Careful and thoughtful layering of a space makes a room come alive,” says Rome, Italy-based architect and designer Achille Salvagni. “Alongside color and materials, tactile elements are extremely important. These are the details that can complete a room and transform it from a clinical, sterile environment into a warm and inviting space,” he says.
5 Homes with Stunning Sunrooms
We can all use a little more light in our lives, and the same is true for our homes. A well-designed sunroom, solarium, or conservatory is a coveted space for anyone looking for a blend of indoors and outside.
Whether it becomes the spot for relaxing with a morning espresso or basking in the final rays of the day, a sunroom offers a special way to enjoy nature in comfort and style. Here are five elegant luxury properties around the world with sunrooms that shine.
Luxury Homes For Sale Over $14 Million
From a modern mountain escape in Boulder, Colorado to a timeless brick estate in London, England, these are this month’s four featured notable properties for sale over $14 million.
5 Homes For Car Collectors
These estates—in desirable locales from West Coast to East—offer multi-vehicle garages and spacious motor courts that will please any auto enthusiast, whether they prefer rare antiques, rugged muscle cars, peppy speedsters, or luxurious sedans.
5 Homes on Architectural Digest's 2021 AD100 List
Founded over a century ago, Architectural Digest magazine is a perennial source of inspiration for home design and décor. To be featured in any manner by the publication signifies achievement. One of the highest accolades? Being named to the prestigious AD100 list, the magazine’s annual selection of the top 100 international designers and architects working today.
This year’s list features numerous creatives who have lent their talents to Sotheby’s International Realty homes that are currently on the market. Here are five luxury properties designed by the esteemed talent on this year’s AD100 list.
Inside The Ashurst Estate
This one-of-a-kind estate possesses a majestic scale, unabashed luxury, and romantic flair uncommon for its location in the rolling hills of Tarzana’s gated Mulholland Park enclave. Measuring some 10,280 square feet, clad in regal hand-etched Italian marble, and replete with breathtaking finesse, it is a home of Old World splendor, exemplifying an uncommon level of dazzling refinement.
How to Bring Interiors to Life
A piece of art. A colour palette. A potted succulent. For Valerie Stafford, Partner and a Lead Designer at Rumor Designs, the smallest detail can be the thread that weaves together her whole vision and concept for a room. Her practice is focused on the quality of the materials in a space, from surface finishes and wall colours to lighting and fabrics.
Travel Dreams | 6 Homes To Add To Your Rental “Someday List”
As travelers know, the anticipation of a vacation is part of the experience. Whether exploring a new country or returning to a beloved spot, planning and researching a trip gives the imagination the opportunity to roam free. While travel may be paused for the time being, there’s no limit on daydreaming. As your mind wanders across borders, let these six beautiful homes for rent around the world pique your interest.
Luxury Outlook 2021
Sotheby’s International Realty is pleased to announce the release of its inaugural 2021 Luxury Outlook report which examines high-end residential markets across the globe in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic. The comprehensive report provides insight into the world’s top primary and secondary markets and the anticipated wealth trends that will drive discretionary investment in the coming months.
5 Second-Home Locations You May Not Have Considered
There’s much to be discovered on the road less traveled, and the same is true for lesser-known second-home markets. Of course, there are incredible cities and regions that immediately spring to mind when it comes to buying an additional property—their top-rated amenities and bespoke luxury homes speak for themselves. But if you’re seeking more solitude, a fresh perspective, and possibly even more square footage for your dollar, these second-home locales are well worth your consideration.
Significant Sales | 2020
From the sale of the highest-priced home in the history of Vail, Colorado, to that of an architectural masterpiece in Las Lomas, Mexico, highlighted here are 10 Significant Sales from 2020 represented by the Sotheby’s International Realty® global network.
Sophisticated And Snug – 6 Home Features To Chase Away The Chill
With the winter months upon us, now is the time to create warm and cozy spaces for relaxing on chilly nights. While there are many tried and true strategies for making winter bright (with a steaming mug of mulled wine at the top of the list), set a foundation with inviting interior design. Whether you’re giving your current rooms a makeover or thinking ahead on inspiration, here are five sophisticated features to help welcome in the cheer.
The Largest Homes For Sale With Sotheby’s International Realty
Many of the best luxuries in life come in small packages: a perfect bottle of wine, a vintage watch, a bespoke handbag. But occasionally, the old adage that “bigger is better” rings true. When it comes to real estate, larger square footage or acreage means more room for living. From Greece to The Bahamas to Chicago, these five listings shine the biggest and the brightest on an international scale.
Bring It In – The 5 Outdoor Amenities You Can Enjoy Inside
As temperatures drop in the Northern Hemisphere, homeowners are looking for creative ways to bring their outdoor activities in where it’s warm. From sports facilities to home theaters to spacious places to gather with loved ones, it’s never felt more important to focus on the interior spaces that support year-round hobbies.
With a little ingenuity and creativity, these homes succeed in bringing typical outdoor activities to the indoors, letting homeowners continue to recreate no matter the season.
The Life Aquatic | 5 Homes With Architectural Water Features
Whether in the piazzas of Italy or the rushing falls of Niagara, water has the power to draw the eye and set a dramatic scene. From fountains to infinity pools to moats, water features also serve to augment our homes, and it’s the rare property that can’t be improved with the addition of aquatic art. Look to these five exceptional listings that lead by example, making the most of their grounds with architectural fixtures.