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London, England | United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty David Sullivan spent seven years and just under $63 million to renovate the centuries-old Marylebone house. West Ham Football Chair Asks $94.67M for London Home – The Wall Street Journal Hot property: five homes for sale in Costa Rica – Financial Times In Manhattan, A Brand-New $22.5M Townhouse Offers Dynamic Design and a Private Garage – Robb Report A Two-Year Reno Gave This Villa in Franc...

Luxury Real Estate Headlines: First Week in December, 2023

December 1, 2023 | Melissa Couch

London, England | United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty David Sullivan spent seven years and just under $63 million to renovate the centuries-old Marylebone house. West Ham Football Chair Asks $94.67M for London Home – The Wall Street Journal Hot property: five homes for sale in Costa Rica – Financial Times In Manhattan, A Brand-New $22.5M Townhouse Offers Dynamic Design and a Private Garage – Robb Report A Two-Year Reno Gave This Villa in Franc...

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Video of the Week: Pacific Sunset Villa in Waikoloa, Hawaii

November 30, 2023 | Melissa Couch

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Arthur Goodrich and Federico Parlagreco – Sotheby’s International Realty – St. Helena Brokerage An exceptional art collection may be eclectic, but it’s never disorderly; every piece is chosen because it holds personal significance, or dialogues compellingly with a certain space or place. That’s why if you have a private art collection—or aspire to amass one—knowing how to curate it in your home is so essential. When done properly, your exhibition serves...

The Art of Curation: How to Choose and Display Fine Art

November 29, 2023 | Melissa Couch

Arthur Goodrich and Federico Parlagreco – Sotheby’s International Realty – St. Helena Brokerage An exceptional art collection may be eclectic, but it’s never disorderly; every piece is chosen because it holds personal significance, or dialogues compellingly with a certain space or place. That’s why if you have a private art collection—or aspire to amass one—knowing how to curate it in your home is so essential. When done properly, your exhibition serves...

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Seemingly countless properties in the Napa Valley region claim to afford “the quintessential wine country lifestyle,” but this impressive 14-acre estate—a Mediterranean-style residence enveloped by more than 11 acres of flourishing vineyards, stalwart trees, picturesque lanes, swaths of grassy lawn, and regal rolling hills and mountains—is a rare milieu, photos of which practically beg to for a “Wish You Were Here” postcard caption. The addition of a sw...

Inside a Consummate Vineyard Estate

November 28, 2023 | Melissa Couch

Seemingly countless properties in the Napa Valley region claim to afford “the quintessential wine country lifestyle,” but this impressive 14-acre estate—a Mediterranean-style residence enveloped by more than 11 acres of flourishing vineyards, stalwart trees, picturesque lanes, swaths of grassy lawn, and regal rolling hills and mountains—is a rare milieu, photos of which practically beg to for a “Wish You Were Here” postcard caption. The addition of a sw...

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From a US$25M sale in East Hampton, New York, to a EUR€13.3M sale in Anse de Cayes, St. Barthélemy, here are five sales represented by the Sotheby’s International Realty global network in October. East Hampton, New York Beate V. Moore, Frank E. Newbold |Sotheby’s International Realty – Bridgehampton Brokerage, US$25,000,000 Flinders, Australia Robert Curtain, Danielle Vains, Peninsula Sotheby’s International Realty, Price Undisclosed Tahoe City, Califo...

Significant Sales: October 2023 Highlights

November 27, 2023 | Melissa Couch

From a US$25M sale in East Hampton, New York, to a EUR€13.3M sale in Anse de Cayes, St. Barthélemy, here are five sales represented by the Sotheby’s International Realty global network in October. East Hampton, New York Beate V. Moore, Frank E. Newbold |Sotheby’s International Realty – Bridgehampton Brokerage, US$25,000,000 Flinders, Australia Robert Curtain, Danielle Vains, Peninsula Sotheby’s International Realty, Price Undisclosed Tahoe City, Califo...

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Whether it’s the setting for formal festivities or a casual weeknight meal, the dining room is a key component of every refined modern home. From the green expanses of Greenwich to the vineyards of California wine country, these dining spaces entice everyone to gather ‘round the table in style. Sophisticated St. Helena Oasis Hillary Ryan | Sotheby’s International Realty – St. Helena Brokerage This sophisticated Napa Valley retreat is minutes from downt...

A Feast for the Eyes: 4 Stylish Dining Rooms

November 25, 2023 | Melissa Couch

Whether it’s the setting for formal festivities or a casual weeknight meal, the dining room is a key component of every refined modern home. From the green expanses of Greenwich to the vineyards of California wine country, these dining spaces entice everyone to gather ‘round the table in style. Sophisticated St. Helena Oasis Hillary Ryan | Sotheby’s International Realty – St. Helena Brokerage This sophisticated Napa Valley retreat is minutes from downt...

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All homes are significant—to their owners if no one else—but a select few enjoy special pedigrees that link them with the history of their place. On a lush hillside in Los Feliz, architect Henry Harwood Hewitt—a Colorado native who studied at MIT and the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Paris before settling in Los Angeles—designed this Mediterranean-style villa in the late 1920s for golfer Clement E. Smoot, who helped the United States secure a gold medal in th...

Inside Villa Collina

November 22, 2023 | Melissa Couch

All homes are significant—to their owners if no one else—but a select few enjoy special pedigrees that link them with the history of their place. On a lush hillside in Los Feliz, architect Henry Harwood Hewitt—a Colorado native who studied at MIT and the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Paris before settling in Los Angeles—designed this Mediterranean-style villa in the late 1920s for golfer Clement E. Smoot, who helped the United States secure a gold medal in th...

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Los Angeles, California | Sotheby’s International Realty – Los Feliz Brokerage A recent renovation has preserved the grand estate’s historic, Old Hollywood character.. ‘Frankenstein’ Director James Whale’s 1930s Los Angeles Home Selling for $7.245M – Mansion Global This Portland Home Is One of Just Two Residences in Oregon Designed by Richard Neutra – Robb Report Curving California Compound Asks for $4.595M – The Spaces Diane Sawyer’s Estate On Martha’s...

Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Third Week in November, 2023

November 17, 2023 | Melissa Couch

Los Angeles, California | Sotheby’s International Realty – Los Feliz Brokerage A recent renovation has preserved the grand estate’s historic, Old Hollywood character.. ‘Frankenstein’ Director James Whale’s 1930s Los Angeles Home Selling for $7.245M – Mansion Global This Portland Home Is One of Just Two Residences in Oregon Designed by Richard Neutra – Robb Report Curving California Compound Asks for $4.595M – The Spaces Diane Sawyer’s Estate On Martha’s...

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This elegant waterfront residence in Greenwich’s prestigious guard-gated Mead Point community places a premium on privacy and discretion. Two impeccably landscaped acres stretch to the Long Island Sound shoreline, highlighted by impressive formal gardens: a floral scent garden, a Moroccan garden, a Zen garden screened by sculpted hornbeams, a parterre, and a cactus garden. There is also a vegetable garden with a greenhouse as well as beehives. Centered ...

Inside a Magnificent Waterfront Estate in Greenwich

November 14, 2023 | Melissa Couch

This elegant waterfront residence in Greenwich’s prestigious guard-gated Mead Point community places a premium on privacy and discretion. Two impeccably landscaped acres stretch to the Long Island Sound shoreline, highlighted by impressive formal gardens: a floral scent garden, a Moroccan garden, a Zen garden screened by sculpted hornbeams, a parterre, and a cactus garden. There is also a vegetable garden with a greenhouse as well as beehives. Centered ...

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Heather Graham and Sean Endsley – LIV Sotheby’s International Realty With models that can retail for millions of dollars, the world’s leading car manufacturers definitively rank among the most iconic luxury brands. Ferrari, Pagani, McLaren, Aston Martin—the creations of legendary carmakers like these, in many cases, far surpass both the prestige and the price point of other luxury labels. Perhaps it therefore goes without saying that a spectacular vehic...

Revving Up: 4 Homes with Amazing Garages

November 13, 2023 | Melissa Couch

Heather Graham and Sean Endsley – LIV Sotheby’s International Realty With models that can retail for millions of dollars, the world’s leading car manufacturers definitively rank among the most iconic luxury brands. Ferrari, Pagani, McLaren, Aston Martin—the creations of legendary carmakers like these, in many cases, far surpass both the prestige and the price point of other luxury labels. Perhaps it therefore goes without saying that a spectacular vehic...

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With designs reminiscent of stoves in vintage European homes, eye-catching French ranges add a dose of Old World charm to any kitchen. Parisian-Inspired Pacific Heights Manor John Kirtland | Sotheby’s International Realty – San Francisco Brokerage This stately San Francisco hôtel particulier combines Old World inspiration with contemporary comforts and conveniences. Highlights include a foyer with a soaring window wall and a dramatic 16th-century firep...

Bon Appétit! 4 Homes with Fantastique French Ranges

November 13, 2023 | Melissa Couch

With designs reminiscent of stoves in vintage European homes, eye-catching French ranges add a dose of Old World charm to any kitchen. Parisian-Inspired Pacific Heights Manor John Kirtland | Sotheby’s International Realty – San Francisco Brokerage This stately San Francisco hôtel particulier combines Old World inspiration with contemporary comforts and conveniences. Highlights include a foyer with a soaring window wall and a dramatic 16th-century firep...

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Highlights from this week’s top news stories on luxury and global real estate, and home. East Hampton, New York | Sotheby’s International Realty – Bridgehampton Brokerage The East Hampton abode is a 4,000-square-foot architectural triumph delicately tucked into a lush landscape. An Award-Winning Architect Designed This $12M Home in the Hamptons for Herself – Robb Report This Montana Mountain Estate Is a $4M Contemporary Dream House – Realtor.com $800,0...

Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Second Week in November, 2023

November 10, 2023 | Melissa Couch

Highlights from this week’s top news stories on luxury and global real estate, and home. East Hampton, New York | Sotheby’s International Realty – Bridgehampton Brokerage The East Hampton abode is a 4,000-square-foot architectural triumph delicately tucked into a lush landscape. An Award-Winning Architect Designed This $12M Home in the Hamptons for Herself – Robb Report This Montana Mountain Estate Is a $4M Contemporary Dream House – Realtor.com $800,0...

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Video of the Week: The Ivy House in Miami, Florida

November 9, 2023 | Melissa Couch

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Jill Levy – Golden Gate Sotheby’s International Realty  While glass-walled apartments and park-facing penthouses have traditionally defined modern luxury, a new trend is emerging in high-end real estate: the modern farmhouse. From rolling hills to sprawling fields, these homes are inspired by tradition and designed to blend back-to-the-land simplicity with contemporary comforts. Don’t be fooled by their humble monikers—these farmhouses are anything but ...

The Farmhouse Renaissance: Inside 4 Farm-Style Homes

November 8, 2023 | Melissa Couch

Jill Levy – Golden Gate Sotheby’s International Realty  While glass-walled apartments and park-facing penthouses have traditionally defined modern luxury, a new trend is emerging in high-end real estate: the modern farmhouse. From rolling hills to sprawling fields, these homes are inspired by tradition and designed to blend back-to-the-land simplicity with contemporary comforts. Don’t be fooled by their humble monikers—these farmhouses are anything but ...

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In addition to designing residences and schools, architect Lynne Breslin has garnered international acclaim for spearheading a wide range of exhibitions for several major museums, using architecture to create immersive spaces and experiences. These same goals have been effortlessly achieved in this uncommon East Hampton home, which Breslin designed as her own private hideawa East Hampton, New York | Cindy Shea, Sotheby’s International Realty – Bridgeham...

Inside a Modern Hideaway in East Hampton

November 7, 2023 | Melissa Couch

In addition to designing residences and schools, architect Lynne Breslin has garnered international acclaim for spearheading a wide range of exhibitions for several major museums, using architecture to create immersive spaces and experiences. These same goals have been effortlessly achieved in this uncommon East Hampton home, which Breslin designed as her own private hideawa East Hampton, New York | Cindy Shea, Sotheby’s International Realty – Bridgeham...

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Design Miami in Pride Park, Miami Beach. Photo: James Harris Seeking Out Personal Histories at Design Miami The annual fair brings together the newest and most coveted names in design, and this year’s theme focuses on identity, heritage and community With art and design enthusiasts flocking to South Florida this December for Miami Art Week, dealers are preparing to bring their freshest objects and artworks to events across the city. Continue reading A C...

A Curated Guide to the Art Scene in Miami

November 5, 2023 | Melissa Couch

Design Miami in Pride Park, Miami Beach. Photo: James Harris Seeking Out Personal Histories at Design Miami The annual fair brings together the newest and most coveted names in design, and this year’s theme focuses on identity, heritage and community With art and design enthusiasts flocking to South Florida this December for Miami Art Week, dealers are preparing to bring their freshest objects and artworks to events across the city. Continue reading A C...

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A decorative motif since ancient Egypt, the black-and-white checkered floor appears in Masonic temples, the colonnade of the Grand Trianon at Versailles, and countless early-20th-century American homes. The pattern subtly introduces a sense of fun and whimsy while adding depth and dimension—checking all the boxes of thoughtful, timeless design. A Southern California Classic Richard Yohan | Sotheby’s International Realty – Los Feliz Brokerage Dating to ...

Checkmate: 4 Homes with Black-and-White Floors

November 4, 2023 | Melissa Couch

A decorative motif since ancient Egypt, the black-and-white checkered floor appears in Masonic temples, the colonnade of the Grand Trianon at Versailles, and countless early-20th-century American homes. The pattern subtly introduces a sense of fun and whimsy while adding depth and dimension—checking all the boxes of thoughtful, timeless design. A Southern California Classic Richard Yohan | Sotheby’s International Realty – Los Feliz Brokerage Dating to ...

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Highlights from this week’s top news stories on luxury and global real estate, and home. Sarasota, Florida | Premier Sotheby’s International Realty The owners used the Sarasota property to showcase their massive collection of art deco posters, glassware and cocktail shakers. Inside a Waterfront Florida Home That Rivals Most Art Galleries – The Wall Street Journal Turks and Caicos Megamansion Sells for a Record $33.5 Million – Mansion Global Period Elega...

Luxury Real Estate Headlines: First Week in November, 2023

November 3, 2023 | Melissa Couch

Highlights from this week’s top news stories on luxury and global real estate, and home. Sarasota, Florida | Premier Sotheby’s International Realty The owners used the Sarasota property to showcase their massive collection of art deco posters, glassware and cocktail shakers. Inside a Waterfront Florida Home That Rivals Most Art Galleries – The Wall Street Journal Turks and Caicos Megamansion Sells for a Record $33.5 Million – Mansion Global Period Elega...

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There’s an undeniable serenity to be found on the coast, where open horizons and the soothing sound of water conspire to create a luxurious ambiance. From the Adriatic Sea to the coveted Côte d’Azur, here are some coastal properties in international markets offering spaces for peaceful waterfront living. Breathtaking Sea Views in Saint Jean Cap Ferrat Saint Jean Cap Ferrat, France | Côte d’Azur Sotheby’s International Realty Located in a dominant posit...

The Enduring Allure of Waterfront Living

October 25, 2023 | Melissa Couch

There’s an undeniable serenity to be found on the coast, where open horizons and the soothing sound of water conspire to create a luxurious ambiance. From the Adriatic Sea to the coveted Côte d’Azur, here are some coastal properties in international markets offering spaces for peaceful waterfront living. Breathtaking Sea Views in Saint Jean Cap Ferrat Saint Jean Cap Ferrat, France | Côte d’Azur Sotheby’s International Realty Located in a dominant posit...

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Palm Beach is widely known for its distinctive Mediterranean Revival and Venetian-inspired architecture—an aesthetic due in large part to the work of the legendary Addision Mizner. This generous three-bedroom villa in a prime location—walking distance from shops, restaurants, the Lake Trail, and sunny sandy beaches—is of newer construction than many of the island’s landmark estates, but its façade is fully in keeping with the prevailing Mediterranean mi...

Inside a Chic Palm Beach Getaway

October 24, 2023 | Melissa Couch

Palm Beach is widely known for its distinctive Mediterranean Revival and Venetian-inspired architecture—an aesthetic due in large part to the work of the legendary Addision Mizner. This generous three-bedroom villa in a prime location—walking distance from shops, restaurants, the Lake Trail, and sunny sandy beaches—is of newer construction than many of the island’s landmark estates, but its façade is fully in keeping with the prevailing Mediterranean mi...

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Spanning Old Master paintings, masterpieces of ébénisterie and menuiserie from the most talented craftsmen, rare books and great masters of contemporary art and design, the exceptional collection of Hubert Guerrand-Hermès will be presented at auction from December 13th-19th. Hubert Guerrand-Hermès (1940-2016) was passionate about art in all its forms. A member of the famous luxury goods family, a keen sportsman and a familiar sight in the auction houses...

Sotheby’s Presents: Collection Hubert Guerrand-Hermès

October 23, 2023 | Melissa Couch

Spanning Old Master paintings, masterpieces of ébénisterie and menuiserie from the most talented craftsmen, rare books and great masters of contemporary art and design, the exceptional collection of Hubert Guerrand-Hermès will be presented at auction from December 13th-19th. Hubert Guerrand-Hermès (1940-2016) was passionate about art in all its forms. A member of the famous luxury goods family, a keen sportsman and a familiar sight in the auction houses...

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Whether it accents a home’s façade or provides a splash of unexpected color in a tucked-away interior space, stained glass transforms light into vivid, glowing hues, creating details that are visually striking and vibrant. Timeless Elegance in Russian Hill Carol Goldberg | Sotheby’s International Realty – San Francisco Brokerage Meticulously restored, this 1915 Russian Hill residence is an ideal setting for sophisticated living and entertaining with ic...

Glamorous Glass: 3 Homes with Eye-Catching Stained-Glass Windows

October 21, 2023 | Melissa Couch

Whether it accents a home’s façade or provides a splash of unexpected color in a tucked-away interior space, stained glass transforms light into vivid, glowing hues, creating details that are visually striking and vibrant. Timeless Elegance in Russian Hill Carol Goldberg | Sotheby’s International Realty – San Francisco Brokerage Meticulously restored, this 1915 Russian Hill residence is an ideal setting for sophisticated living and entertaining with ic...

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Highlights from this week’s top news stories on luxury and global real estate, and home. Greenwich, Connecticut | Sotheby’s International Realty – Greenwich Brokerage A $58 million Georgian Colonial within the guard-gated Mead Point Association is currently for sale that brings the views, the glamour, and the amenities. Tour a $58M Georgian Colonial on the Water in Greenwich – Cottages & Gardens Aviator Nation Founder Asks $15 Million for Lake Austin Ho...

Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Third Week in October, 2023

October 20, 2023 | Melissa Couch

Highlights from this week’s top news stories on luxury and global real estate, and home. Greenwich, Connecticut | Sotheby’s International Realty – Greenwich Brokerage A $58 million Georgian Colonial within the guard-gated Mead Point Association is currently for sale that brings the views, the glamour, and the amenities. Tour a $58M Georgian Colonial on the Water in Greenwich – Cottages & Gardens Aviator Nation Founder Asks $15 Million for Lake Austin Ho...

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Mid Rutledge – Daniel Ravenel Sotheby’s International Realty  There’s an undeniable excitement to be found in the United States’ major metropolitan centers, where fast-paced lifestyles interweave to create a beautiful cacophony. But what if the pursuit of luxury living could be decoupled from gridlocked traffic, towering skyscrapers, and hustling hordes? Here are some amazing properties in emerging markets that are ready to provide elegant alternatives ...

Luxury Property Hotspots: Which Emerging Markets Are Attracting U.S. Buyers?

October 19, 2023 | Melissa Couch

Mid Rutledge – Daniel Ravenel Sotheby’s International Realty  There’s an undeniable excitement to be found in the United States’ major metropolitan centers, where fast-paced lifestyles interweave to create a beautiful cacophony. But what if the pursuit of luxury living could be decoupled from gridlocked traffic, towering skyscrapers, and hustling hordes? Here are some amazing properties in emerging markets that are ready to provide elegant alternatives ...

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Featuring curated videos from the most sought-after destinations the world over, discover this  week’s Video of the Week  Savannah, Georgia | Stewart Marshall, Daniel Ravenel Sotheby’s International Realty Situated on coveted waterfront lot, this stately mansion blends classic southern charm with a touch of contemporary luxury. Continue reading Video of the Week: A Stunning Waterfront Estate in Savannah, Georgia at Sotheby´s Internation...

Video of the Week: A Stunning Waterfront Estate in Savannah, Georgia

October 18, 2023 | Melissa Couch

Featuring curated videos from the most sought-after destinations the world over, discover this  week’s Video of the Week  Savannah, Georgia | Stewart Marshall, Daniel Ravenel Sotheby’s International Realty Situated on coveted waterfront lot, this stately mansion blends classic southern charm with a touch of contemporary luxury. Continue reading Video of the Week: A Stunning Waterfront Estate in Savannah, Georgia at Sotheby´s Internation...

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The most widely esteemed architect of prewar residential buildings in New York, Rosario Candela is known for designing many of the luxurious limestone-clad towers that contribute to the one-of-a-kind silhouette of Fifth and Park Avenues. With its generous proportions and exceptional aesthetics, the building at 778 Park Avenue is a prime example of Candela’s style, and this refined cooperative residence—which encompasses the entire ninth floor and enjoys...

Inside a Classic Candela Park Avenue Residence

October 17, 2023 | Melissa Couch

The most widely esteemed architect of prewar residential buildings in New York, Rosario Candela is known for designing many of the luxurious limestone-clad towers that contribute to the one-of-a-kind silhouette of Fifth and Park Avenues. With its generous proportions and exceptional aesthetics, the building at 778 Park Avenue is a prime example of Candela’s style, and this refined cooperative residence—which encompasses the entire ninth floor and enjoys...

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Showcasing the height of new luxury construction in some of the world’s most sought after locations, explore an exclusive new development from our worldwide network. Miami, Florida | ONE Sotheby’s International Realty Situated along the coveted Florida coastline with exquisite bay front views, The St. Regis Residences, Miami epitomizes elegant living. From the stone flooring to the seaside-inspired color scheme—of sand, coral, and sky—the interior palet...

New Development Spotlight: The St. Regis Residences in Miami, Florida

October 16, 2023 | Melissa Couch

Showcasing the height of new luxury construction in some of the world’s most sought after locations, explore an exclusive new development from our worldwide network. Miami, Florida | ONE Sotheby’s International Realty Situated along the coveted Florida coastline with exquisite bay front views, The St. Regis Residences, Miami epitomizes elegant living. From the stone flooring to the seaside-inspired color scheme—of sand, coral, and sky—the interior palet...

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From East Coast to West—with Texas in between—these distinctive homes have foyers that welcome visitors and introduce them to the unique character and style of each impressive estate. Majestic Pacific Heights Manor Neill Bassi | Sotheby’s International Realty – San Francisco Brokerage From its perch on a prominent corner, this magnificent early-20th-century manor enjoys views of multiple area icons, including the Palace of Fine Arts and the Golden Gate...

Eye-Catching Entrances: 4 Homes with Fabulous Foyers

October 14, 2023 | Melissa Couch

From East Coast to West—with Texas in between—these distinctive homes have foyers that welcome visitors and introduce them to the unique character and style of each impressive estate. Majestic Pacific Heights Manor Neill Bassi | Sotheby’s International Realty – San Francisco Brokerage From its perch on a prominent corner, this magnificent early-20th-century manor enjoys views of multiple area icons, including the Palace of Fine Arts and the Golden Gate...

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Highlights from this week’s top news stories on luxury and global real estate, and home. Washington, D.C. | TTR Sotheby’s International Realty The late former secretary of state hosted monthly dinners with foreign-policy experts at the Georgetown row house. Madeleine Albright’s Washington, D.C., Home Is Up for Sale – The Wall Street Journal A Vacation Rental for A-Listers, This Martha’s Vineyard Estate Can Be Yours for $14 Million – Robb Report Lakers-T...

Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Second Week in October, 2023

October 13, 2023 | Melissa Couch

Highlights from this week’s top news stories on luxury and global real estate, and home. Washington, D.C. | TTR Sotheby’s International Realty The late former secretary of state hosted monthly dinners with foreign-policy experts at the Georgetown row house. Madeleine Albright’s Washington, D.C., Home Is Up for Sale – The Wall Street Journal A Vacation Rental for A-Listers, This Martha’s Vineyard Estate Can Be Yours for $14 Million – Robb Report Lakers-T...

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Niko Lakovic – Montenegro Sotheby’s International Realty The concept of “home” has evolved. The mobility afforded by hybrid ways of working, combined with access to international residency programs, means that luxury real estate investors can now diversify their portfolios in some of the most desirable locations in the world. These programs provide valuable opportunities to become deeply entrenched in perspective-broadening international experiences not...

A Look at the Best Secondary Residency Programs for Luxury Real Estate Investors

October 12, 2023 | Melissa Couch

Niko Lakovic – Montenegro Sotheby’s International Realty The concept of “home” has evolved. The mobility afforded by hybrid ways of working, combined with access to international residency programs, means that luxury real estate investors can now diversify their portfolios in some of the most desirable locations in the world. These programs provide valuable opportunities to become deeply entrenched in perspective-broadening international experiences not...

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   2023 marks the 50th anniversary of Sotheby’s in Asia, where they were the first international company to hold auctions in Hong Kong and establish a permanent presence in the region. To commemorate the occasion, their anniversary year was overflowing with extraordinary events, exhibitions, and landmark auctions. The celebration culminated in the Autumn Sales in Hong Kong October 2nd through October 9th, offering live auctions and exh...

Sotheby’s Celebrates 50 Years New in Asia

October 11, 2023 | Melissa Couch

   2023 marks the 50th anniversary of Sotheby’s in Asia, where they were the first international company to hold auctions in Hong Kong and establish a permanent presence in the region. To commemorate the occasion, their anniversary year was overflowing with extraordinary events, exhibitions, and landmark auctions. The celebration culminated in the Autumn Sales in Hong Kong October 2nd through October 9th, offering live auctions and exh...

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Lauded landscape designer Miranda Brooks—whose clientele has included such luminaries as Anna Wintour—has said that with each of her creations, she aims “to connect the architecture to the natural world” and “to create a strong sense of place.” Brooks certainly succeeded here—on these 47.85 acres in a prestigious area of New York’s Westchester County, some 50 miles outside Manhattan near the town of Bedford. Here she manifested glorious gardens that see...

Inside Brook Hollow Farm

October 10, 2023 | Melissa Couch

Lauded landscape designer Miranda Brooks—whose clientele has included such luminaries as Anna Wintour—has said that with each of her creations, she aims “to connect the architecture to the natural world” and “to create a strong sense of place.” Brooks certainly succeeded here—on these 47.85 acres in a prestigious area of New York’s Westchester County, some 50 miles outside Manhattan near the town of Bedford. Here she manifested glorious gardens that see...

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From a landmark estate on Howe Island, Canada, to a modern masterpiece in Del Mar, California, these are this month’s five featured notable properties for sale over US$5 Million. Howe Island, Canada Sotheby’s International Realty Canada Nokomis is a magnificent trophy estate on the shores of Howe Island. Completed in 2022, the home was conceived by renowned architect Michael Preston and meticulously brought to life by the esteemed craftsmen of Andrecon ...

New and Notable Homes For Sale Over US$5 Million: October 2023

October 9, 2023 | Melissa Couch

From a landmark estate on Howe Island, Canada, to a modern masterpiece in Del Mar, California, these are this month’s five featured notable properties for sale over US$5 Million. Howe Island, Canada Sotheby’s International Realty Canada Nokomis is a magnificent trophy estate on the shores of Howe Island. Completed in 2022, the home was conceived by renowned architect Michael Preston and meticulously brought to life by the esteemed craftsmen of Andrecon ...

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These rural retreats in tranquil tree-strewn locales benefit from coveted privacy, inspiring views, fresh air, and interiors that are as enchanting as their surroundings. The Mountain House Eric Lavey | Sotheby’s International Realty – Beverly Hills Brokerage Enveloped by some 60 acres of evergreens in the Sierra Nevada foothills, this unique contemporary getaway is a livable work of art designed by the renowned Tokyo-based Atelier Bow-Wow. In many roo...

Glamorous Getaways: 3 Rural Retreats

October 7, 2023 | Melissa Couch

These rural retreats in tranquil tree-strewn locales benefit from coveted privacy, inspiring views, fresh air, and interiors that are as enchanting as their surroundings. The Mountain House Eric Lavey | Sotheby’s International Realty – Beverly Hills Brokerage Enveloped by some 60 acres of evergreens in the Sierra Nevada foothills, this unique contemporary getaway is a livable work of art designed by the renowned Tokyo-based Atelier Bow-Wow. In many roo...

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Highlights from this week’s top news stories on luxury and global real estate, and home. Nantucket, Massachusetts | Maury People Sotheby’s International Realty A historic house on the island’s cobblestoned Main Street is coming on the market for $25 million Nantucket’s Luxury Home Market Is Getting Another Pricey Listing – The Wall Street Journal Cotswolds Manor House Listed for $17 Million by Superdry Co-Founder – Bloomberg explore 1970s architecture o...

Luxury Real Estate Headlines: First Week in October, 2023

October 6, 2023 | Melissa Couch

Highlights from this week’s top news stories on luxury and global real estate, and home. Nantucket, Massachusetts | Maury People Sotheby’s International Realty A historic house on the island’s cobblestoned Main Street is coming on the market for $25 million Nantucket’s Luxury Home Market Is Getting Another Pricey Listing – The Wall Street Journal Cotswolds Manor House Listed for $17 Million by Superdry Co-Founder – Bloomberg explore 1970s architecture o...

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Honey Deylami – LUXHABITAT Sotheby’s International Realty Amidst the bustle of Japan, Dubai, and Taiwan, just beyond the bright lights and buzzing streets, there exist hidden oases of tranquility. And while these locales are renowned for their fast-paced lifestyles, they also harbor some of the world’s most exquisite and serene landscapes, making them attractive destinations for luxury property investors. From lush, modern villas ensconced in verdant ga...

From East to East: The Growing Luxury Real Estate Market in Japan, Dubai, and Taiwan

October 5, 2023 | Melissa Couch

Honey Deylami – LUXHABITAT Sotheby’s International Realty Amidst the bustle of Japan, Dubai, and Taiwan, just beyond the bright lights and buzzing streets, there exist hidden oases of tranquility. And while these locales are renowned for their fast-paced lifestyles, they also harbor some of the world’s most exquisite and serene landscapes, making them attractive destinations for luxury property investors. From lush, modern villas ensconced in verdant ga...

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Featuring curated videos from the most sought-after destinations the world over, discover this week’s Video of the Week.  Innisfil, Canada | Gladys Montgomery, Herb Butzke, William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty Privately set on 104 acres surrounded by hundreds of acres of protected land and located just two miles outside a charming country village, this expansive property offers generous spaces for entertaining and cozy spots for re...

Video of the Week: The Bullitt Estate in Ashfield, Massachusetts

October 4, 2023 | Melissa Couch

Featuring curated videos from the most sought-after destinations the world over, discover this week’s Video of the Week.  Innisfil, Canada | Gladys Montgomery, Herb Butzke, William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty Privately set on 104 acres surrounded by hundreds of acres of protected land and located just two miles outside a charming country village, this expansive property offers generous spaces for entertaining and cozy spots for re...

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Just blocks from the lush expanse of San Francisco’s historic Presidio, exclusive Presidio Terrace is a rarity in a city known for singularities—a miniature master-planned community named for its single privately owned street. In 1905, construction began along this pleasant elliptical cul-de-sac, which features 36 magnificent properties in a variety of architectural styles, from Beaux-Arts and Italian Renaissance to Mission and Tudor Revival. This grand...

Inside a Restored Grande Dame in San Francisco

October 3, 2023 | Melissa Couch

Just blocks from the lush expanse of San Francisco’s historic Presidio, exclusive Presidio Terrace is a rarity in a city known for singularities—a miniature master-planned community named for its single privately owned street. In 1905, construction began along this pleasant elliptical cul-de-sac, which features 36 magnificent properties in a variety of architectural styles, from Beaux-Arts and Italian Renaissance to Mission and Tudor Revival. This grand...

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Showcasing the height of new luxury construction in some of the world’s most sought after locations, explore an exclusive new development from our worldwide network. Austin, Texas | Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty Tucked into one of the city’s most adored neighborhoods, Sixth&Blanco is the first and only mixed-use concept of its caliber in Austin. Every extension of Sixth&Blanco has been thoroughly considered to the most discerning detail, resulti...

New Development Spotlight: Sixth&Blanco in Austin, Texas

October 2, 2023 | Melissa Couch

Showcasing the height of new luxury construction in some of the world’s most sought after locations, explore an exclusive new development from our worldwide network. Austin, Texas | Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty Tucked into one of the city’s most adored neighborhoods, Sixth&Blanco is the first and only mixed-use concept of its caliber in Austin. Every extension of Sixth&Blanco has been thoroughly considered to the most discerning detail, resulti...

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With their striking streamlined designs, 20th-century luminaries from Frank Lloyd Wright to Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Philip Johnson solidified modernist style in the architectural realm. Their influence persists in these homes, artful settings for contemporary living that feature clean lines, light-filled spaces, and a relationship with their surroundings. Modern Majesty in the Marina District Gregg Lynn | Sotheby’s International Realty – San Fran...

Modern Marvels: 4 Homes with Unmistakable Modern Style

September 30, 2023 | Melissa Couch

With their striking streamlined designs, 20th-century luminaries from Frank Lloyd Wright to Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Philip Johnson solidified modernist style in the architectural realm. Their influence persists in these homes, artful settings for contemporary living that feature clean lines, light-filled spaces, and a relationship with their surroundings. Modern Majesty in the Marina District Gregg Lynn | Sotheby’s International Realty – San Fran...

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Highlights from this week’s top news stories on luxury and global real estate, and home. Nevada City, California | Sotheby’s International Realty – Beverly Hills Brokerage Designed by the Japanese architecture firm Atelier Bow-Wow, the home is set on 60 acres. Filmmaker Mike Mills Lists His Mountain Retreat for $3.3M – Bloomberg Ex-Blackstone Group CIO Asks $47.5M for Waterfront Connecticut Home – The Wall Street Journal This $43.5 Million Mega-Mansion ...

Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Final Week in September, 2023

September 29, 2023 | Melissa Couch

Highlights from this week’s top news stories on luxury and global real estate, and home. Nevada City, California | Sotheby’s International Realty – Beverly Hills Brokerage Designed by the Japanese architecture firm Atelier Bow-Wow, the home is set on 60 acres. Filmmaker Mike Mills Lists His Mountain Retreat for $3.3M – Bloomberg Ex-Blackstone Group CIO Asks $47.5M for Waterfront Connecticut Home – The Wall Street Journal This $43.5 Million Mega-Mansion ...

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Guy Bradshaw – United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty  For many, a home overseas represents the essence of opulence and the hallmark of success. So it’s not a surprise that among society’s most affluent, so much of their collective wealth exists as real estate. This trend is particularly prominent in the US—in 2022 alone, the number of overseas properties owned by Americans increased by 20%. Holding real estate abroad clearly has significant appe...

Beyond Borders: Why Affluent American Buyers Are Looking Abroad for Their Next Home

September 28, 2023 | Melissa Couch

Guy Bradshaw – United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty  For many, a home overseas represents the essence of opulence and the hallmark of success. So it’s not a surprise that among society’s most affluent, so much of their collective wealth exists as real estate. This trend is particularly prominent in the US—in 2022 alone, the number of overseas properties owned by Americans increased by 20%. Holding real estate abroad clearly has significant appe...

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Featuring curated videos from the most sought-after destinations the world over, discover this week’s Video of the Week.  Innisfil, Canada | David Bemmann, Jack Miller, Sotheby’s International Realty Canada Crafted by visionary artisan Joe Brennen, this opulent lakeside estate offers unparalleled magnificence. Set on nearly eight acres with private Lake Simcoe shoreline, the residence flawlessly blends Tuscany’s allure with traditional lake...

Video of the Week: An Opulent Lakeside Estate in Innisfil, Canada

September 27, 2023 | Melissa Couch

Featuring curated videos from the most sought-after destinations the world over, discover this week’s Video of the Week.  Innisfil, Canada | David Bemmann, Jack Miller, Sotheby’s International Realty Canada Crafted by visionary artisan Joe Brennen, this opulent lakeside estate offers unparalleled magnificence. Set on nearly eight acres with private Lake Simcoe shoreline, the residence flawlessly blends Tuscany’s allure with traditional lake...

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Who can turn the world on with her smile? Television audiences of certain generations recognize this question and immediately know the answer: Mary Richards, or perhaps Mary Tyler Moore, the actress who portrayed the charming character and unwitting feminist who entertained viewers for years during the 1970s. An American luminary such as Moore deserved a fitting place to retreat, relax, and rest, and this magnificent manor—spanning some 13,825 square fe...

Inside Harkaway, Mary Tyler Moore’s Greenwich Retreat

September 26, 2023 | Melissa Couch

Who can turn the world on with her smile? Television audiences of certain generations recognize this question and immediately know the answer: Mary Richards, or perhaps Mary Tyler Moore, the actress who portrayed the charming character and unwitting feminist who entertained viewers for years during the 1970s. An American luminary such as Moore deserved a fitting place to retreat, relax, and rest, and this magnificent manor—spanning some 13,825 square fe...

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From a US$139M sale in Greenwich, Connecticut, to a R75M sale in Cape Town, South Africa, here are five sales represented by the Sotheby’s International Realty® global network in August. Greenwich, Connecticut Leslie McElwreath, Joseph Barbieri | Sotheby’s International Realty – Greenwich Brokerage, US$138,830,000 Bangkok, Thailand List Sotheby’s International Realty, Thailand, Price Undisclosed University Park, Texas Sylvia Scott | Briggs Freeman Soth...

Significant Sales: August 2023 Highlights

September 25, 2023 | Melissa Couch

From a US$139M sale in Greenwich, Connecticut, to a R75M sale in Cape Town, South Africa, here are five sales represented by the Sotheby’s International Realty® global network in August. Greenwich, Connecticut Leslie McElwreath, Joseph Barbieri | Sotheby’s International Realty – Greenwich Brokerage, US$138,830,000 Bangkok, Thailand List Sotheby’s International Realty, Thailand, Price Undisclosed University Park, Texas Sylvia Scott | Briggs Freeman Soth...

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From strikingly stately to warm and wood-clad, these four libraries are ideal for displaying and enjoying a collection of treasured tomes. Elegant Upper East Side Townhouse Serena Boardman | Sotheby’s International Realty – East Side Manhattan Brokerage This light-filled six-level townhouse on one of the Upper East Side’s most desirable blocks unites classic inspiration with modern comfort and convenience. Highlights include formal living and dining ro...

Bound to Impress: 4 Homes with Handsome Libraries

September 23, 2023 | Melissa Couch

From strikingly stately to warm and wood-clad, these four libraries are ideal for displaying and enjoying a collection of treasured tomes. Elegant Upper East Side Townhouse Serena Boardman | Sotheby’s International Realty – East Side Manhattan Brokerage This light-filled six-level townhouse on one of the Upper East Side’s most desirable blocks unites classic inspiration with modern comfort and convenience. Highlights include formal living and dining ro...

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Highlights from this week’s top news stories on luxury and global real estate, and home. Atlanta, Georgia | Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty Now that his farewell tour is wrapped, the ‘Rocket Man’ singer is saying goodbye to the roughly 13,500-square-foot apartment. Inside Elton John’s Atlanta Condo for $4.995M – The Wall Street Journal With A $35M Price, L.A. Estate Seeks to Set Record – Robb Report Ansel Adams’s Longtime San Francisco...

Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Fourth Week in September, 2023

September 22, 2023 | Melissa Couch

Highlights from this week’s top news stories on luxury and global real estate, and home. Atlanta, Georgia | Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty Now that his farewell tour is wrapped, the ‘Rocket Man’ singer is saying goodbye to the roughly 13,500-square-foot apartment. Inside Elton John’s Atlanta Condo for $4.995M – The Wall Street Journal With A $35M Price, L.A. Estate Seeks to Set Record – Robb Report Ansel Adams’s Longtime San Francisco...

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Featuring curated videos from the most sought-after destinations the world over, discover this week’s Video of the Week.  Charleston, South Carolina | Mid Rutledge, Daniel Ravenel Sotheby’s International Realty Featured in Architectural Digest in 2022, this exquisitely designed 7,256-square-foot home graces nearly an acre of picturesque oak-draped property in the sought-after Crescent neighborhood, just across the Ashley River from historic ...

Video of the Week: A Picturesque Oak-Draped Estate in Charleston, South Carolina

September 21, 2023 | Melissa Couch

Featuring curated videos from the most sought-after destinations the world over, discover this week’s Video of the Week.  Charleston, South Carolina | Mid Rutledge, Daniel Ravenel Sotheby’s International Realty Featured in Architectural Digest in 2022, this exquisitely designed 7,256-square-foot home graces nearly an acre of picturesque oak-draped property in the sought-after Crescent neighborhood, just across the Ashley River from historic ...

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Margot Royer-Boquillon – Paris Marais Sotheby’s International Realty  Nothing signifies elegant, effortless sophistication quite like a pied-à-terre. These properties signify worldliness, leisure, and a globe-trotting sensibility, and demonstrate the means and impeccable taste an owner must have to maintain a “foot on the ground”—the literal translation of pied-à-terre—in their favorite cultural capitals. Typically compact, comfortable apartments conven...

3 Stunning Pieds-à-Terre for the Discerning Buyer

September 20, 2023 | Melissa Couch

Margot Royer-Boquillon – Paris Marais Sotheby’s International Realty  Nothing signifies elegant, effortless sophistication quite like a pied-à-terre. These properties signify worldliness, leisure, and a globe-trotting sensibility, and demonstrate the means and impeccable taste an owner must have to maintain a “foot on the ground”—the literal translation of pied-à-terre—in their favorite cultural capitals. Typically compact, comfortable apartments conven...

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Dating to the 1920s, the landmark Houston neighborhood of River Oaks is a coveted community with roots in the city’s early expansion. Its reputation remains that of an exclusive enclave brimming with exceptionally regal estates designed by illustrious architects, enveloped by stalwart grandfather oaks, and mere moments from fashionable shops, eclectic restaurants, indulgent salons and spas, and lively arts and culture venues. Houston, Texas | Rachel Sol...

Inside an Old World–Inspired Château in Houston

September 19, 2023 | Melissa Couch

Dating to the 1920s, the landmark Houston neighborhood of River Oaks is a coveted community with roots in the city’s early expansion. Its reputation remains that of an exclusive enclave brimming with exceptionally regal estates designed by illustrious architects, enveloped by stalwart grandfather oaks, and mere moments from fashionable shops, eclectic restaurants, indulgent salons and spas, and lively arts and culture venues. Houston, Texas | Rachel Sol...

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