Balancing a love of nature and a dedication to luxury, this sophisticated 5,385-square-foot residence on a palm-tree-lined street exemplifies the Southern California home designed for indoor-outdoor living. Thanks to an almost perennially pleasant climate, the land and rolling hills around Los Angeles allow for outdoor living, dining, and entertaining well after the patio umbrellas and cushioned chaises have been stowed for the winter elsewhere. With su...
A rich modernist legacy and vibrant cultural calendar make Brazil’s biggest city an indisputable destination for art, design and luxury São Paulo, Brazil | Bossa Nova Sotheby’s International Realty Urban São Paulo might once have sat in the shadow of its coastal neighbor Rio de Janeiro, but what it lacks in beach beauty, it more than makes up for in energy, swagger and style. Brazilians from every corner of the continental-sized country call São Paulo h...
Homes in the News Germantown, New York | Four Seasons Sotheby’s International Realty Wall Street Journal House of the Week: A Gothic Revival Style Home in the Hudson Valley A historic Gothic Revival home in New York’s Hudson Valley underwent a $2 million renovation to expand its kitchen and primary suite. The property blends architectural charm with modern luxury. Architectural Digest How Quality Time Left Is Driving Design Decisions for an Aging Client...
Mount Sharon is a rare estate where architecture, lush gardens, and Virginia’s natural beauty come together For Charles H. “Charlie” Seilheimer Jr., the founder of Sotheby’s International Realty, Mount Sharon held a singular allure. Over the course of his career, he encountered many of the world’s most beautiful properties, yet this was the one he chose for himself. Among all the extraordinary homes he experienced, Mount Sharon resonated in a way that w...
Paying homage to the timeless tradition of the Shingle-style home with glorious gardens, this seven-bedroom residence combines a classic façade and silhouette with generous modern interiors and a dazzling pool and spa at the heart of colorful grounds. With its iconic wood shingles, plentiful dormer windows, eye-catching gambrel rooflines, and patio space making the most of prevailing sea breezes, the Shingle style of architecture has become nearly synon...
Extraordinary residences blur the line between art and architecture when daring design meets everyday life, writes Riya Patel Tulum, Mexico | Riviera Maya Sotheby’s International Realty While there are many extraordinary private homes worldwide, only a distinct few can be described as “living sculptures.” Closer to art than architecture, these residences have a purity of form, material, or visual language. Like the greatest sculptures or experimental pa...
From a US$18.4M sale in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, to a AUD$26M sale in Robertson, Australia, here are five sales represented by the Sotheby’s International Realty® global network in July. Robertson, Australia Samuel Lindsay, Lisa-Marie Cauchois | Drew Lindsay Sotheby’s International Realty, AUD$26M View properties in Robertson, Australia Jackson Hole, Wyoming Collin Vaughn | Jackson Hole Sotheby’s International Realty – Palm Beach Brokerage, US$18.4M View ...
Homes in the News Avon, Colorado | LIV Sotheby’s International Realty Mansion Global Energy Exec’s Luxury Log Cabin in Colorado’s Beaver Creek Resort Hits the Market for $24.9 Million A luxury log cabin in Beaver Creek Resort, owned by an energy executive, features grand rustic architecture, ski-in/ski-out access, and high-end finishes, listed at $24.9 million. Mansion Global Newly Built Colonial in Connecticut’s Affluent Old Greenwich Enclave Sells for...
Our monthly series asks: What decor best suits each star sign? Organized Virgo likes a crisp, clean aesthetic—with plenty of natural accents, writes Jill Krasny Napa, California | Sotheby’s International Realty – St. Helena Brokerage Ever notice how some homes tick all your boxes while others leave you unstirred? Your star sign may have something to do with it. Light-seeking Leo needs room to roam, while Gemini wants a house to keep up with their ever-c...
Suffused with an Old World elegance, this remarkable 11,223-square-foot residence—one of the most magnificent in Pebble Beach—is just steps from the area’s famed resort lodge and enjoys truly breathtaking views. While Pebble Beach is known the world over for luxurious resorts and celebrated golf courses, its scenic stretch of rocky coves, stately forest groves, and enchanting beaches have rightly earned renown of their own. This 11,223-square-foot resid...
Sotheby’s New York is inviting first-time buyers to explore art at auction with its upcoming Open House, writes Katie Armstrong David Hockney’s “Terrace Hollywood Hills House with Banana Tree,” 1982 at the Contemporary Day Auction on 16 May 2025 at Sotheby’s New York. Photograph: Sotheby’s Buying contemporary art and collectables at auction— especially at the world’s most prestigious auction houses—can seem an intimidating process to the uninitiated. Bu...
Homes in the News Pebble Beach, California | Sotheby’s International Realty – Carmel Brokerage Robb Report An Oceanfront Estate in Pebble Beach Priced at $57.5M Is Poised to Shatter a Sales Record A sprawling oceanfront estate in Pebble Beach, California, has hit the market for $57.5 million, potentially setting a new sales record for the area. The property features expansive views of the Pacific Ocean, luxurious interiors, and extensive outdoor living ...
From a sunken lounge in Byron Bay to a bold London pied-à-terre, designers are embracing the laid-back glamour, tactile textures and warm tones of a defining decade, writes Kate Youde A 1970s-inspired interior in Byron Bay, Australia by YSG Studio. Photograph: Prue Ruscoe Even if you didn’t live through the 1970s, you won’t have escaped the decade’s aesthetic. In recent years, the period’s influence has been seen from the catwalk to the big screen, not ...
Perched amid vibrant flora in the hills of Montecito, this residence combines classical elegance with contemporary flair, creating a perfect modern perch for basking in views of mountains, islands, and ocean. In the latter half of the 19th century, Italian settlers arrived in the area known today as Montecito and swiftly ensconced themselves amid the rugged rolling hills, canyons, oak groves, and seaside flora that echoed the beloved landscapes of their...
From Saudi Arabia to San Francisco, a variety of locales around the globe are proving centers for high-end lifestyles Park City, Utah | Summit Sotheby’s International Realty The shift toward “experiential luxury” is an evolving consumer trait that has also become prominent in real estate, particularly at premium price points. “What’s driving today’s high-end market is the feeling a home delivers as much as its address,” says Tammy Fahmi, senior vice pre...
Is the U.S. a buyer’s or seller’s market? This is the question everyone wants answered. In the U.S., sellers have enjoyed the upper hand for most of the past decade. “We’ve been in a seller’s market pretty consistently since 2016,” says Danielle Hale, chief economist at Realtor.com. But is the market finally moving to favor U.S. buyers again? Three key market indicators, tracked by Realtor.com data, suggest it could be on the turn. Continue reading Luxu...
Homes in the News Mercer Island, Washington | Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty Robb Report Tom Kundig’s Mercer Island Home Hits the Market Architect Tom Kundig’s striking steel-and-glass residence on Mercer Island is listed for sale. The home features expansive views, industrial design elements, and a seamless connection to nature through its open layout and lush surroundings. Bloomberg Big Sur Architectural Marvel Lists for $5.5M A striking hom...
Part of both the history and the future of Hollywood, this meticulously maintained and renovated 1938 residence was once home to the mayor of Beverly Hills as well as actress Ann Rutherford and her producer husband, William Dozier. Today it is a five-bedroom haven that harmonizes the glamor of a bygone era with modern luxuries and comforts. Among the tree-lined lanes, chic contemporary compounds, and rolling crests of Beverly Hills, this meticulously ma...
The charm of the shoreline inspires coastal retreats with an elegant, soothing aesthetic, writes Jessica Klingelfuss Long Bay, Providenciales | Turks and Caicos Sotheby’s International Realty Shell decor and nautical knots may have once defined beachfront interiors, but today’s coastal retreats take a more elevated approach, blending the barefoot charm of the shoreline with a finely tuned sense of sophistication. From the turquoise shallows of the Carib...
Homes in the News Cotswolds, England | United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty Wall Street Journal Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi Sell Their English Country Home Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi have listed their Cotswolds estate in England for $30 million. The 43-acre property features a renovated 18th-century farmhouse, guest cottages, and equestrian facilities. The couple purchased and restored the estate to blend historic charm with mo...
Our monthly series asks: What decor best suits each star sign? Risk-taking Leo needs a dramatic space with plenty of room for scene-stealing features, writes Jill Krasny Potomac, Maryland | TTR Sotheby’s International Realty Ever notice that some houses seem to tug at your heart while others leave you feeling unmoved? Your star sign may have something to do with it. Soft-hearted Cancer should have a home that feels like a cocoon, while busy Gemini needs...
With its rustic natural materials, airy open floor plans, and plentiful windows creating a connection with the landscape, this postcard-worthy property in Malibu Valley Estates gives a nod to the pastoral provenance of rolling fertile hills that surround it. Far beyond the bounds of California, Malibu and its environs are known for luxurious homes, sunny beaches, and high-profile residents. But the history of the area is threaded with stories of agricul...
From a AUD$55M sale in Point Piper, Australia, to a US$12M sale in Sea Island, Georgia, here are five sales represented by the Sotheby’s International Realty® global network in June. Point Piper, Australia Michael Pallier | Sydney Sotheby’s International Realty, AUD$55M View properties in Sydney, Australia Palm Beach, Florida Kourtney Pulitzer | Sotheby’s International Realty – Palm Beach Brokerage, US$23.75M View properties in Palm Beach, Florida Rock ...
Homes in the News Montecito, California | Sotheby’s International Realty – Montecito – 1290 Coast Village Road Brokerage The Wall Street Journal Former HBO President Simon Sutton Asks $24.995M for His Montecito Home Simon Sutton, former president of HBO, is listing his Montecito estate for nearly $25 million. The property features ocean views, a pool, and a guesthouse, combining Mediterranean architecture with modern luxury in one of California’s most e...
From Martha’s Vineyard to Mykonos, the finest luxury summer rentals feel like a home-away-from-home, writes Lauren Beale Corsica, France | Corsica Sotheby’s International Realty From sea-view villas to finely appointed mansions, luxury summer rentals are meeting a growing demand from affluent travelers for high-end, personalized accommodation. The U.S. short-term vacation rental market was estimated at US$68.64 billion in 2024, according to Grand View R...
Reports that the U.S. property market has half a million more sellers than buyers grabbed recent headlines but did not tell the full story. Research¹ published by Realtor.com at the end of May found at least one key demographic is actually more motivated to buy in 2025. And that’s millennials. A quarter (23%) of millennials surveyed for Realtor.com® said they were planning to buy a home in the next six months—up from 15% in September 2024—despite the on...
On the breezy shores of Nantucket Sound, this new Osterville residence and guesthouse carry on the timeless characteristics of Cape Cod, paying homage to the beloved Shingle style while imparting creative contemporary sensibilities. In many circles of thought, the homes of Cape Cod epitomize the classic American architectural aesthetic. Adopted by notable architectural firms of the 19th century, Shingle style gained popularity through commissions for se...
Biodiversity is more than a buzzword. It’s an opportunity to nurture the planet—and your own place in it, writes Riya Patel Byron Bay, Australia | Byron Bay Sotheby’s International Realty Owning a home with large acreage has long been associated with prestige and privilege. Now, as the global climate crisis intensifies, any sizable estate comes with an increasing responsibility to foster biodiversity on its land. Between 1970 and 2020, the average decli...
Homes in the News Beverly Hills, California | Sotheby’s International Realty – Beverly Hills Brokerage Mansion Global ‘Gone with the Wind’ Star’s Former 1930s Estate in L.A. Asks $42M A Los Angeles estate once owned by a star of ‘Gone with the Wind’ is listed for $42 million. The 1930s property features classic Hollywood architecture, manicured gardens, and luxurious interiors that reflect the glamour of its era. Continue reading Luxury Real Estate Head...
There are rare collectables—and then there are dinosaurs and rocks from Mars, writes Katie Armstrong A mounted juvenile Ceratosaurus skeleton, one of only four in the world, to be offered in Geek Week 2025. Photograph: Courtesy of Sotheby’s Ancient and classical sculpture will always be collectable, but some of the most intriguing sculptural objects that come to auction at Sotheby’s are many thousands or millions of years older, from awe-inspiring fossi...
This contemporary jewel in the desirable destination of Sonoma Valley includes a light- and view-flooded residence, a guest casita, a pool house, and 65-foot saltwater swimming pool and spa accompanied by numerous verandas, a sun-washed terrace, an outdoor kitchen, and a wisteria-draped pergola At the picturesque northern end of the Sonoma Valley, the scenic town of Kenwood boasts majestic views of the Mayacamas Mountains and some of the area’s oldest a...
Decorative metalwork still elevates design, bringing luxe 1920s-style sophistication to architecture and interiors, says Elizabeth Fazzare The Whiteley, London, U.K. | United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty A century ago, Art Deco was born. More than 16 million designers, design aficionados and curious visitors from around the world flocked to Paris’s “Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes,” where the style was fir...
Homes in the News Los Angeles, California | Sotheby’s International Realty – Beverly Hills Brokerage Robb Report Heidi Klum Can Be Your Neighbor at This $25 Million Ultra-Modern L.A. Estate A sleek, contemporary estate in Los Angeles has hit the market for $25 million, offering panoramic views, cutting-edge architecture, and proximity to celebrity neighbors like Heidi Klum. The home features expansive glass walls, a resort-style pool, and luxurious fini...
Artists’ enclave or hotspot for the elite? You can choose your own adventure in the beautiful Hamptons, hears Caitlin Gunther East Hampton, New York | Sotheby’s International Realty – East Hampton Brokerage On the eastern tip of New York’s Long Island, the Hamptons have long drawn bohemian souls, from painters such as Lee Krasner and Jackson Pollock to the charmingly eccentric Bouvier family, including its most famous daughter, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassi...
Eye-catching vintage details harmonize with contemporary comforts and conveniences in this townhome—which dates to the 1850s and opens to an idyllic backyard garden terrace—in the enchanting environs of Gramercy Park Known for idyllic streets dotted with brownstones and historic landmarks, New York’s Gramercy Park neighborhood is a verdant, peaceful, and prestigious village-like oasis in the heart of the city. This 8,500-square-foot 28-foot-wide townhou...
From a US$48.5M sale in Palm Beach, Florida, to an US$33 sale in Aspen Colorado, here are five sales represented by the Sotheby’s International Realty® global network in May. Palm Beach, Florida Tom Shaw | Sotheby’s International Realty – Palm Beach Brokerage, US$48.5M View properties in Palm Beach, Florida Aspen, Colorado Eric Cohen | Aspen Snowmass Sotheby’s International Realty, US$33M View properties in Aspen, Colorado Purchase, New York Wendy Alper...
Homes in the News Germantown, New York | Four Seasons Sotheby’s International Realty Mansion Global Actor’s Barn-Like Rebuild in Upstate New York Lists for $4.6 Million An actor’s upstate New York home, designed to resemble a barn, is on the market. The property features reclaimed wood, soaring ceilings, and a blend of rustic and contemporary elements on a wooded lot. Checkout This House A Renovated Georgetown Townhouse A Georgetown townhouse has been m...
Our monthly series asks: What decor best suits each star sign? Busy Gemini needs a home to keep up with their ever-changing interests, writes Jill Krasny San Francisco, California | Sotheby’s International Realty – San Francisco Brokerage – Marina Ever notice that some homes catch your eye while others wind up going unnoticed? Your star sign may be the culprit. Homebody Taurus craves comfort and ease, while artsy Pisces needs an unfussy floor plan and ...
Nearly a century after its design and construction, this 9,390-square-foot, eight-bedroom residence has been comprehensively updated, adding soigné contemporary style to elegant classical elements Early in the 20th century, Scottish-born Thomas Paterson Ross—the eccentric and prolific architect who designed the eye-catching Sing Fat and Sing Chong buildings in San Francisco’s Chinatown—took on a commission from a wealthy widow to design a Tudor Revival ...
Homes in the News Sausalito, California | Golden Gate Sotheby’s International Realty Forbes Granddaughter of Clarins Founder Lists London Home for $7.9 Million Claire Courtin-Clarins, granddaughter of the Clarins skincare founder, has listed her personally designed London townhouse for $7.9 million. Located near Portobello Road, the home blends Provençal and Scandinavian influences with antique European elements like 18th-century tiles from Lisbon and P...
The progressive design movement of the 1920s and 1930s continues to influence architecture and interiors a century on Dallas, Texas | Briggs Freeman, Sotheby’s International Realty In 2025, Art Deco is set to celebrate its official centenary in signature style. The influential decorative movement that flourished throughout Europe and the United States in the 1920s and early 1930s took its name from the “Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et I...
Designed by architect Wallace Neff, the father of California style, this six-bedroom clifftop hacienda in the exclusive private community of Hope Ranch is a stylish oasis for a life lived indoors and out. Born in 1895 in La Mirada, California, Wallace Neff spent much of his youth in the luxurious, easygoing neighborhoods of Southern California—often at his grandparents’ hillside home, reportedly a Queen Anne Victorian manor that enjoyed a cascading view...
The world of high and fine jewelry collecting is attracting a new generation of luxury gem hunters, writes Victoria Gomelskypot for sunshine seekers and lovers of luxury living, writes Caitlin Gunther The 55.22-carat ‘Estrela de Fura’ Ruby at Sotheby’s New York, which sold at auction for US$34.8 million in June 2023. Photograph: © Sotheby’s Not long after Catharine Becket joined the jewelry department at Sotheby’s in 2005, she and her colleagues faced s...
Homes in the News San Francisco, California | Sotheby’s International Realty – San Francisco Brokerage Mansion Global San Francisco’s Decorator Showcase House Lists for $19.5M In San Francisco’s Pacific Heights, a historic five-level townhouse has been transformed into a design marvel for the annual Decorator Showcase. Featuring eclectic spaces like a Moroccan-inspired red tented dining room and a 1970s-style rooftop lounge, the 123-year-old home blends...
Best known for its star-studded film festival, Cannes is also a year-round spot for sunshine seekers and lovers of luxury living, writes Caitlin Gunther Cannes, France | Côte d’Azur Sotheby’s International Realty Cannes has long been a place to hit reset. In the 1920s, it became a sun-soaked playground for the cultural elite—F. Scott Fitzgerald, Pablo Picasso and other Riviera regulars sought inspiration and escape along its palm-lined boulevards. Today...
The Turtle Bay Gardens enclave—which has lured such luminaries as Stephen Sondheim, Katharine Hepburn, E. B. White, Mary Tyler Moore, and Bob Dylan—is a collection of a few rarely available 19th-century residences, including this Georgian hideaway that combines period detailing with contemporary conveniences. Long ago, the East River flowed into a cove on the coast of Manhattan that became known as Turtle Bay. The neighborhood that grew up around that i...
Creatives can’t help but inhabit eclectic art-filled homes that reflect their life, work and travels around the globe, writes Laura May Todd Artist William Kentridge’s dining room displays many of his works, including a drawing of a fish for one of his daughters. Photograph: © Jean-François Jaussaud. All artworks by William Kentdrige, courtesy of the artist. Artists’ homes are often an extension of, and an insight into, their creative practice. What do ...
Homes in the News Highlands, North Carolina | Cashiers Sotheby’s International Realty Mansion Global North Carolina’s Priciest Home Returns to MarketA 10-bedroom estate atop a mountain in western North Carolina is listed once again, this time for $32 million. Known for its sweeping views, extensive amenities, and remote location, the property stands as the state’s highest-priced residential listing. The New York Times Coastal Homes in Croatia Attract Fo...
Cozy colorful rooms, luxurious outdoor entertaining and acres of space are perfect for welcoming guests and connecting with nature, writes Elizabeth Fazzare Lexington, Kentucky | Bluegrass Sotheby’s International Realty Each year, on the first Saturday in May, horse-racing enthusiasts don frocks, seersucker suits, and chapeaus of all kinds to attend the Kentucky Derby. Many who travel to the Churchill Downs track in Louisville, Kentucky, come from the ...
This custom-built home is replete with the august details of a bygone era—including columns, archways, wainscoting, ceiling tracery, and chevron-patterned parquetry—yet is unquestionably inviting and basks in expansive views across the dazzling water. If the decades-long success of “This Old House” is any indication, scores of homeowners are interested in—if not dedicated to—the concepts of residential renovation, restoration, and preservation. This may...
From a €164M sale in Sardinia, Italy, to a US$31M sale in Palm Beach, Florida, here are five sales represented by the Sotheby’s International Realty global network in March. Sardinia, Italy Lodovico Pignatti Morano | Italy Sotheby’s International Realty, €164M View properties in Sardinia, Italy Palm Beach, Florida Judge Moss, Jay Dewing | Sotheby’s International Realty – Palm Beach Brokerage, US$31M View properties in Palm Beach, Florida Newport Beach, ...
Homes in the News East Hampton, New York | Sotheby’s International Realty – East Hampton Brokerage This $27M Hamptons Home Just Listed for the First Time in 55 Years – The New York Post A historic Hamptons home, valued at $27 million, has been listed for the first time in 55 years A sprawling Hamptons estate has hit the market for the first time in more than half a century, offering buyers a rare opportunity to own a piece of East Hampton history. Conti...
Make like a king or queen with panoramic views from the turrets, luxe interiors, swimming pools – and even the odd moat, writes Aimee Dawson Perugia, Italy | Italy Sotheby’s International Realty They say an Englishman’s home is his castle. Certainly that has been the case for the Howard family who’ve called Castle Howard in North Yorkshire, England, home for more than 300 years. The 17th-century country house—set in 8,800 acres of parkland, woods and fa...
Old World charm meets streamlined contemporary panache in this fashionably transformed 19th-century firehouse, which offers a generous collection of spaces for living and entertaining, enviable outdoor areas, and a finished four-car garage in the heart of New York City’s West Village. Since at least the late 20th century, “reduce, reuse, recycle” has been a familiar refrain when discussing best practices for the use of resources, and while it most commo...
Our monthly series asks: What decor best suits each zodiac sign? Homebody Taurus craves comfort and ease—and a sizable closet, writes Jill Krasny Wellington, New Zealand | New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty Ever wonder why some homes seem to captivate you, while others leave you feeling ho-hum? Your star sign may have something to do with it. Whereas Aries are known for their bold design choices, artsy Pisces are drawn to homes by the water and ...
Homes in the News Darien, Connecticut | Sotheby’s International Realty – Greenwich Brokerage A Wealthy Family Owned a Private Island for Over 100 Years. Now They’re Moving South and Selling it for $35 Million. – Business Insider The Ziegler family is selling their private island in Connecticut, which they have owned for over a century, for $35 million. The island features an 8,684-square-foot New England colonial-style main house, a two-bedroom guest ho...
From Mexican modernism to Brazilian sculpture, this thrilling collecting category is rapidly growing in prominence—and now is the perfect time to invest, writes Florence Hallett Frida Kahlo’s 1949 painting “Diego y yo”, exhibited at Sotheby’s prior to its record-breaking US$34.9 million sale. Photograph: Sotheby’s From the surrealist dreamworlds of Remedios Varo to the shifting colorscapes of Carlos Cruz-Diez’s “Physichromies,” Latin American art has so...
Exemplifying serene contemporary minimalism, this residence combines crisp, clean lines, floods of bright light, views of rolling meadow and hillsides, and terraces surrounding an enviable pool—all enveloped by 22 peaceful private acres. Deep in the idyllic environs of California’s wine country, near the crest of a wooded hillside tucked between two gentle knolls, a resolutely contemporary residence exemplifies the way that a home can be consummately st...
No longer the preserve of nobility, tapestry allows designers to blend old and new for strikingly contemporary interiors, writes Francesca Perry A historic tapestry in the Manhattan home of Adam Charlap Hyman. Photograph: Steven Kent Johnson Tapestries are taking over our walls again. The focus of several high-profile exhibitions and a popular feature in stylish homes, woven wall hangings—both antique and contemporary—are back in the carefully adjusted ...
Whether they are high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) with investable assets of US$1 million+ or ultra-high-net-worth individuals with US$30 million+, the world’s wealthiest invest a significant share of their portfolio in real estate. Real estate historically appeals to HNWIs as a tangible asset with clear lifestyle benefits. Recently, luxury property values have surged around the world. In the U.S., from Q4 2019 to Q4 2023, luxury home prices increased...
Homes in the News New York, New York | Sotheby’s International Realty – East Side Manhattan Brokerage Penthouse Atop World’s Skinniest Skyscraper Is Now on the Market for $110 Million – CNN The penthouse atop the world’s skinniest skyscraper, Steinway Tower in Manhattan, is listed for $110 million, offering stunning views and luxurious amenities. A penthouse atop Manhattan’s Steinway Tower, the world’s skinniest skyscraper, is listed for $110 million, m...
Enthusiasts are elevating their homes—and their game—with luxe on-site golfing features that allow them to practice in privacy, says Emma Reynolds Heber City, Utah | Summit Sotheby’s International Realty For golf enthusiasts, living in a golf-focused community or close to a world-class course may not be enough. Increasingly, luxury homeowners are prioritizing convenience and exclusivity by integrating golf features directly into their own properties. Fr...
While it brings to mind an august Tudor-style estate in the countryside of Great Britain, this residence is resolutely contemporary, with abundant modern conveniences and sophisticated spaces for entertainment indoors and out. With its quintessential Tudor-style aesthetic—sharply pitched rooflines, handsome brick cladding, leaded-glass and oriel windows, and a setting of rolling green lawn, meticulously manicured landscaping, and grandfather trees—bring...
The annual Salone del Mobile fair is a furniture, but Milan is a year-round destination for design lovers, says Francesca Perry Milan, Italy | Italy Sotheby’s International Realty In Italy, visitors might flock to the storied cities of Venice or Rome, but Milan manages to combine elegant historic architecture with a real livability that places contemporary culture front and center. Not only is the city home to agenda-setting fashion weeks, but it functi...
Homes in the News Paradise Valley, Arizona | Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty An Ultra-Modern $9.5 Million Arizona Home Comes With a Climate-Controlled Auto Gallery – Robb Report The double-gated Paradise Valley compound also features a heated pool and a guest casita, all with Camelback Mountain vistas. This $9.5 million Paradise Valley home features a climate-controlled car gallery, a resort-style pool, and panoramic views of Camelback Mountain...
On just over two acres on a coveted cul-de-sac in Hidden Hills, on the outskirts of Los Angeles, this meticulously constructed new 16,112-square-foot residence recalls both a rustically refined California spa and a bucolic pastoral oasis. Precious little of the greater Los Angeles area could still be referred to as “bucolic,” but the community of Hidden Hills is a welcome exception. Nestled in the western foothills of the San Fernando Valley, it feature...
The powerful architecture style is inspiring a new generation of luxury buyers and contemporary builds, writes Riya Patel Toronto, Canada | Sotheby’s International Realty Canada Architecture is enjoying another big-screen moment, thanks to “The Brutalist.” Brady Corbet’s epic movie has collected prestigious wins this awards season, not least for its lead actor, Adrien Brody, as the fictional Bauhaus-trained architect László Tóth. For filmmakers, the app...
From an AED 330M sale in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, to a US$39.995M sale in Newport Beach, California, here are five sales represented by the Sotheby’s International Realty global network in February. Dubai, United Arab Emirates Regan Faulkner, Ioana Armeanu | Dubai Sotheby’s International Realty, AED 330M View properties in Dubai, United Arab Emirates Newport Beach, California Steve High, Evan Corkett | Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty, US$39.9...
Homes in the News Wilson, Wyoming | Jackson Hole Sotheby’s International Realty Hot property: five ranches in the US – Financial Times From the Hamptons to Hawaii, homes for those with agricultural or equestrian aspirations. Gill Huff Ranch in Wilson, Wyoming, is a newly renovated property featuring original log cabins on 199 acres ideal for trail riding. The estate includes a three-bedroom main house, a two-bedroom guest house, and a spa cabin, all ac...
In a city of exciting contrasts, designers get creative with craft and culture, merging styles and solutions, writes Angela Hui Organic materials and lines at M.R. Studio’s 1111 Ones Restaurant & Lounge. Photograph: Steven Ko Every March, the global art fair Art Basel takes over Hong Kong, bringing together collectors, travelers, designers and artists from around the world—and highlighting the city’s unique creative identity. Hong Kong is one of the wor...
Immortalized in print as “the most iconic mansion in San Francisco,” this regal late-19th-century residence features Georgian glamour, contemporary luxuries, and a wealth of spaces ideal for fabulous fêtes or quiet private moments. In the late 19th century—a time when women could not own property in San Francisco—Philadelphia art collector Sarah Spooner migrated to the West Coast city undaunted, drawn by its numerous charms. She chose a site then outsid...
Her designs are based on feelings and science, with a mission to foster well-being, says Elizabeth Fazzare Modernist lines and textured furnishings in a Greenwich Village home in New York. Photograph: William Jess Laird Suchi Reddy is a multi-hyphenate in every sense. In the past year, the architect, designer, artist and founder of New York-based studio Reddymade launched her first furniture collection, in collaboration with luxury Indian textile atelie...
Homes in the News Napa, California | Sotheby’s International Realty – St. Helena Brokerage House of the Week: A Rammed Earth Home in California Wine Country – The Wall Street Journal This Napa Valley home is built using sustainable rammed earth construction. A stunning rammed earth home in Napa Valley, California is now on the market. This eco-friendly property blends seamlessly with its wine country surroundings, offering a unique combination of sustai...
Our monthly series asks: What decor best suits each zodiac sign? Fun-loving Aries needs the room to dream big—and go bold, writes Jill Krasny Milan, Italy | Italy Sotheby’s International Realty Ever wonder why you gravitate to certain types of homes more than others? Your zodiac sign may have something to do with it. Whereas the intuitive Pisces craves an artsy home with a wide-open floor plan, visionary Aquarius prizes light-filled homes that maximize...
Sotheby’s International Realty today announced the opening of Philippines Sotheby’s International Realty, marking its 18th office in Asia. The company is headquartered in the financial and commercial hub of Makati. Leading Philippines Sotheby’s International Realty is Catherine Ocariz-Florencio, a seasoned real estate professional with over 15 years of industry experience. As the 2019 president of the Philippine Association of Real Estate Boards (PAREB...
With its main residence, guesthouse, outdoor living spaces, infinity-edge pool, two beaches and a dock, private Hay Island near Darien meets all the requirements for a consummate sanctuary. When pondering the notion of a coastal New England estate, several aspects come immediately to mind: timeless architecture—ideally Colonial or Shingle in style or inspiration—plentiful postcard-worthy views, interiors combining charm and a dedication to a classic aes...
From a court-worn NBA jersey to signed soccer boots, the market for big-event mementoes is reaching new heights, says Jake Uitti Michael Jordan 1998 NBA Playoffs ‘The Last Dance’ Game Worn Jersey (detail) | Eastern Conference Semifinals Game 2. © Photo courtesy of Sotheby’s Sporting artifacts are a booming market. It’s no surprise that collectors and enthusiasts will pay a significant amount for a part of the big moments on the court or playing field: t...
Luxury Homes London, England | United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty An Award-Winning Modernist Home Lists in London for $11.6 Million – Robb Report The Little Venice townhouse’s style influences include Frank Sinatra and French architect Charlotte Perriand. An award-winning modernist townhouse in London’s Little Venice, designed by Wells Mackereth, is now listed for $11.6 million. The property features a retractable skylight, a sunken kitchen, ...
Today’s luxury properties can have low environmental impact without sacrificing elevated aesthetics, says Elizabeth Fazzare Lisbon, Portugal | Portugal Sotheby’s International Realty To weather the future’s proverbial storm, it’s clear that construction requires a pivot to climate-resilient design: in short, architecture and landscaping that anticipate the effects of climate change and natural disasters, and are thereby best placed to recover from them....
Woven into the colorful tapestry of L.A.’s history, this striking, light-flooded contemporary home in Silver Lake is a versatile oasis of creativity and seclusion designed by one of the city’s significant architects. Secluded on a spacious corner lot in the storied Silver Lake neighborhood of Los Angeles, this striking contemporary residence designed by architect Hai C. Tan is woven into the tapestry of the city’s history. Tan established his reputation...
Demand for Rust Belt real estate is booming as people look for affordable luxury alongside a stable pace of life and work St Louis, Missouri, one of several Midwestern cities experiencing a housing boom. Photograph: Brittney Butler/Unsplash. The Midwest has seen major booms in its housing markets for several years now. Midwestern cities have consistently ranked among the best places to live in the U.S. and places such as Cincinnati, Ohio; Milwaukee, Wis...
Wilson, Wyoming | Jackson Hole Sotheby’s International Realty The picturesque Wyoming spread includes a main residence, two cabins, and several live water features. A Secluded 200-Acre Ranch Just Outside of Jackson Hole Can Be Yours for $23 Million – Robb Report This is the Most Expensive Home in Texas – New York Post Bing Crosby’s California Home for Sale at $40 Million – Fox Business Go on Permanent Holiday in This Vibrant Marrakech Riad – The Spaces ...
In a world of high-rise living, women architects have pioneered a bold new era of vertical design and luxury Chicago, Illinois | Jameson Sotheby’s International Realty Owning a home in a landmark high-rise is about more than the address, the views or the amenities—it’s an opportunity to inhabit an architectural vision. The most sought-after addresses are in towers shaped by unbridled creativity and innovation, where form, materiality, and spatial expe...
Designed in 1926 by architect Roy Seldon Price, the Chimorro House is a chic residence replete with Spanish Revival aesthetic elements enveloped by terra-cotta-tiled patios, tranquil courtyards, lush lawn, flourishing gardens, and a glamorous swimming pool. American architect Roy Seldon Price’s name and oeuvre are intricately woven into the historic fabric of Beverly Hills. Price established a reputation for refined Spanish Revival designs—including sev...
Hillsborough, California | Golden Gate Sotheby’s International Realty The ornate circa-1920s home spans roughly 14,000 square feet and features frescoes, fireplaces and hand-carved woodwork. Bing Crosby’s French Chateau-Style California Mansion Lists for $40 Million – The Wall Street Journal Cairo cool: the renaissance of Downtown – Financial Times A Jackson Hole New Build with Panoramic Views of the Tetons – Mansion Global The Glass House in East Hamp...
Oscars season is the cue to upgrade your viewing experience with a bespoke movie theater, writes Claudia Baillie Evergreen, Colorado | LIV Sotheby’s International Realty With the 97th Academy Awards just days away, it’s an exciting time for movie lovers around the globe. Celebrating cinematic excellence and honoring the best of the best in the film industry, the Oscars are a must-watch spectacle, full of glamor, suspense and iconic moments. They also ...
Our monthly series asks: What decor best suits each zodiac sign? Intuitive Pisces needs a home that flows—and lets in the light, writes Jill Krasny Brittany, France | Bretagne Sud Sotheby’s International Realty Every sign of the zodiac has its own character, which can influence the type of home they gravitate toward. Hardworking Capricorns prize a well-crafted home with smart details, while free-spirited Sagittarians thrive in wide-open spaces that fee...
This chic renovated townhouse combines quintessential mid-19th-century Anglo-Italianate architecture with a full complement of contemporary finishes, fixtures, and flourishes—as well as an idyllic garden and a rooftop terrace. Tucked between Broadway and the Hudson River, Greenwich Village has long lured artists, writers, intellectuals, and free thinkers of all sorts with its enchanting tree-lined streets; diverting shops, restaurants, and coffee houses...
Find your own slice of heaven in this long-established hideaway for the rich and famous, writes Ellie Howard UNESCO world heritage meets lush greenery at Sintra’s Quinta da Regaleira. Photograph: Fundação Cultursintra FP Although he only stayed for three days, Lord Byron was so taken by the “glorious Eden” of Sintra, Portugal, that he wrote his poem “Childe Harold’s Pilgrimage” at the town’s Lawrence Hotel. Since his 1809 visit, much of the surroundin...
From a €$21M sale in Saint-Tropez, France, to a US$17.225M sale in Cambria, California, here are five sales represented by the Sotheby’s International Realty global network in January. Spring Lake, New Jersey Elizabeth Hewson Judge, Michael Skea | Ward Wight International Realty, US$25M View properties in Spring Lake New Jersey Saint-Tropez, France Frédéric Barth |Côte d’Azur Sotheby’s International Realty,€21M View properties in Saint-Tropez, France Ca...
Beverly Hills, California | Sotheby’s International Realty – Beverly Hills Brokerage The Spanish Revival-style home may have served as a speakeasy during Prohibition. Rumor Has It This $21.995M Beverly Hills Mansion Was a Prohibition-Era Speakeasy – The Wall Street Journal Miami’s Merrick Park District Sees Fresh New Development – New York Post Hayden Panettiere’s Childhood Home for Sale – USA Today Spa Homes with Fabulous Bathrooms – The Week Private P...
Constructed in the 1980s, this Beverly Hills manor has been rejuvenated by celebrated designer Michael S. Smith to blend refined European style with luxurious American modernism Stately magnolias, august privacy hedges, manicured greenery, and an ornate iron gate create an appropriately distinguished milieu for this elegant traditional-style home in the heart of Beverly Hills, long renowned as one of the world’s most exclusive, sophisticated locales. Or...
At ModaMiami, RM Sotheby’s will showcase an eclectic mix of motoring masterpieces and the shared experience that fuels car collectors worldwide, writes Thor Svaboe ModaMiami returns to the Biltmore Hotel, Coral Gables, Miami. Photograph: RM Sotheby’s While motoring is on the road to a more sustainable future, nothing can detract from the petrol-infused joy of a classic car. The rise of digital platforms has democratised access to rare and collectible au...
Sotheby’s International Realty has announced that Realty Center of Chattanooga in Tennessee has joined the network and its two offices will now operate as Horizon Sotheby’s International Realty. This addition signifies the brand’s continued growth in Tennessee with six offices in the state. Horizon Sotheby’s International Realty, headquartered in Chattanooga, will serve communities spanning from Athens, Tennessee, to Dalton, Georgia, and across the Blu...
New York, New York | Sotheby’s International Realty – Downtown Manhattan Brokerage Built in 1860, the six-story residence has undergone renovations by Studio SC to feature a host of luxe amenities. This $35M Townhouse in N.Y.C.’s Greenwich Village Has a Private Rooftop Terrace – Robb Report 22-Acre Estate, One of the Largest in Palm Beach County, Lists for Sale – Mansion Global A Revamped, Shingle-Style Sagaponack Home Dating Back to 1775 Looks for $12M...
Venice’s historic palazzi, with their grand facades and opulent interiors, are being reimagined for modern living, writes Mandi Keighran. Venice, Italy | Venice Sotheby’s International Realty Each year, as masked revelers fill the “calli” (streets) of Venice for the famed Carnevale, the city’s “palazzi’ (palaces) take center stage, their gilded halls and towering windows glowing with centuries-old splendor. These historic residences, once home to Veneti...
Tucked amid farmland greenery in the sought-after Hamptons village of Sagaponack, this fresidence exemplifies New England charm while easily accommodating a modern lifestyle. Among the delightful villages and towns strewn along on Long Island, Sagaponack is an esteemed burg whose history stretches back to the 17th century, when it was established as an area of charming homes and essential potato farms. A short distance from an idyllic Atlantic Ocean bea...
The biggest names in luxury are expanding into residential developments. What’s on offer is a curated, wraparound lifestyle Fendi Private Residences, Crans, Switzerland | Steiger & Cie Sotheby’s International Realty Today’s branded residences are havens that entice both brand loyalists and clients seeking a like-minded community. A branded residential property has subtle details that impart authenticity to every facet of living there. It might be in th...
Lafayette, California | Golden Gate Sotheby’s International Realty Custom built for a corporate CEO, the manicured property in Lafayette has a putting green and a golf simulator. This $25 Million Bay Area Estate Sprawls Over 10 Secluded Acres Outside of San Francisco – Robb Report Historic 1780 Stone-Clad Farmhouse on 10 Acres Pending Sale in Doylestown, Pennsylvania – Pricey Pads Chill Out in a Chic Chalet on the Market for $18 Million in Utah – Cowboy...
A recent resurgence in everything from backgammon to chess is making its mark in home interiors, writes Kate Youde A games room designed by Katherine Pooley at Château de la Croix des Gardes in Cannes. Photograph: Nico Wills Whether it is chess or cards, Monopoly or mahjong, chances are you have a favorite game. And maybe even a dedicated place within your home to play it. Interior designers have noticed an uptick in requests from clients for games room...
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