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Soak In These 5 Homes With Relaxing Claw-Footed Tubs
From Manhattan to San Francisco, these exceptional estates feature classic claw-footed tubs that transform baths into peaceful personal spas perfect for retreating for one warm, luxurious moment.
Inside A Modern Masterpiece In The Southwest
The majestic Sandia Mountains—named for the vibrant watermelon-red hue cast on their rugged terrain by the glow of New Mexico’s dramatic sunsets—stand stalwart above the thriving metropolis of Albuquerque. Where the far northeastern heights of the city meet the base of those alpine slopes is the Tanoan Country Club community, a bastion of superlative amenities and services, for which it has been heralded as one of the finest private clubs in the state.
Rising To The Occasion: 5 Homes With Exceptional Staircases
Whether eye-catchingly ornate or minimal and sculptural, a dramatic staircase is a glamorous centerpiece to any home, from a renovated Victorian in San Francisco to a one-of-a-kind penthouse in Manhattan.
2021 Generation Z Trends Report
According to a new generational trends report recently released by Mustel Group and Sotheby’s International Realty Canada, the Canadian real estate market is set to absorb an influx in demand as the next generation of homebuyers, Generation Z, is primed for first-time home ownership despite challenges with housing affordability.
New & Notable Luxury Homes For Sale Over $21m | December 2021
From sprawling ranch in Aspen, Colorado to a luxury villa in Dubai’s Palm Jumeirah, these are this month’s four featured notable properties for sale over $21 million.
The Joy Of Color: 5 Rooms In Unexpected Hues
Looking to manifest a little more joy at home? Just add a pop of color. While a neutral palette and soft hues continue to lead the way in contemporary design, maximalist desires are proving to be in demand once again, and that includes the use of bright and bold shades. Whether fully committing to transforming a room with an unexpected tone, or opting to incorporate accents for a little panache, the spaces in these five luxury homes provide plenty of inspiration for exploring the joy of color.
Video Of The Week: Take A Virtual Tour Of A Majestic Waterfront Estate In Perth, Western Australia
A timelessly designed palatial masterpiece, together with the best river and city views Perth has to offer, 8 Majestic Close is a truly iconic landholding in one of Western Australia’s most tightly held enclaves.
A Feast For The Eyes: 5 Stylish Dining Rooms
Whether hosting a quiet, casual weeknight meal or a formal fête for a crowd, the dining room is an essential space in the inviting modern home. From Central Park West to Santa Barbara, these dining rooms encourage everyone to gather at the table in style.
Bon Appétit! Homes With Eye-Catching French Ranges
With designs reminiscent of vintage stoves in European homes, French ranges—from brands like La Cornue and Lacanche—the former designed in early-20th-century Paris by Albert Dupuy, the latter named after the small village in Burgundy—add a dose of timeless luxury to any kitchen.
Leafy And Regal: The Many Faces Of Green
Signifying prosperity, growth, and a connection to nature, green is having a design moment—take Behr’s 2022 color of the year, a minty green paint called Breezeway that’s inspired by seaglass, or Benjamin Moore’s sage-adjacent shade for 2022, October Mist. Of course there’s a whole palette of verdant hues to choose from, no matter the type of home or room that’s ready for an elevated refresh. Whether it’s time for a full revamp, or a mere spruce up, take note of these four exemplary luxury homes that have taken innovative approaches to integrating shades of green.
Take A Virtual Tour Of The Striking Currituck Club In Corolla, North Carolina
Situated among the heavenly Currituck Sound, no expense was spared in the architectural details including a hand cut stone fireplace towering to meet the vaulted 16’ ceilings in the pristine great room. The spiral oak staircase painstakingly constructed by a master craftsman over a 17-week period is awe inducing. Mahogany shelves beautify the 400 bottle wine cellar, complete with Whisper cooling system.
Lofty Goals: 5 Homes With Vaulted Ceilings
From a grand manor in Greenwich to a villa steeped in Hollywood history, these homes feature vaulted ceilings that create spaces filled with volume, light, and drama.
High-End Hospitality: 5 Inviting Guesthouses
Whether in California’s wine country or on the rolling plains outside historic Santa Fe, these welcoming guesthouses allow visiting family and friends to unwind in seclusion and style.
Fabulous Foyers: Homes With Inviting Entrances
From Manhattan to Pebble Beach, these distinctive foyers welcome visitors and introduce them to their homes’ unique character and style.
Video Of The Week: Take Virtual Tour Of A Historic Cabbagetown Victorian In Toronto
Built in 1865 this storybook Cabbagetown Grand Victorian is an exquisite example of the classic Bay & Gable house type so favored and adored by Torontonians since the mid-19th Century.
New & Notable Luxury Homes For Sale Over $16m | November 2021
From the iconic Glanworth Gardens in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin to a Greek Revival Townhouse in New York’s Greenwich Village, these are this month’s four featured notable properties for sale over $16 million.
5 Game Rooms To Take You Into Fall
With temperatures cooling in the northern hemisphere, these incredible leisure spaces will inspire fun well into the winter months. It’s all fun and games when it comes to indoor entertainment—if there’s an incredible recreation space, that is. As we look to spend more time relaxing indoors with family and friends, having an inviting place to play is a worthy asset for endless leisure. Explore the five exceptional recreation spaces these luxury homes have to offer that set the bar for high-end game rooms.
Significant Sales: September 2021
From a US$39M sale in Florida to a SGD$19M sale in Singapore, discover five sales represented by Sotheby’s International Realty in September of 2021.
Inside A Ruggedly Stylish Wine Country Hacienda
Few residential aesthetics are as widely esteemed and emulated as those of Northern California’s wine country, with their rustic materials, serene organic palettes, relaxed but chic furnishings, plentiful light, and emphasis on indoor-outdoor living. This impressive 9,620-square-foot home—which boasts nine bedrooms and interior design by the acclaimed Paul Wiseman of the Wiseman Group.
Lighten Up: 5 Homes With Standout Light Fixtures
Whether they’re sculptural and contemporary or forged from Baccarat crystal, distinctive light fixtures make each of these homes shine.