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June 2012

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Elevator Boutique Provides Luxury Home Elevators With Style

Jun 29, 2012  |   Contributor: Nicolle Keogh

Elevator Boutique focuses on providing state-of-the-art luxury elevator lines that best suit customers’ styles and needs. Established in 2003, the company has grown to become a leader in quality luxury home elevators and has won international awards for their superior innovations, products, and service. Just one look at these artistic levitating masterpieces and you’ll understand why.... Read More

Howard Estate | Luxury Mountain Home Up For Auction

Jun 27, 2012  |   Contributor: JL Staff

Have you ever wanted your very own luxury ski resort just steps away from the chair lift? Now may be your chance. The 5,900-sqaure-foot Howard Estate is ready to be auctioned off by Concierge Auctions and Sun Valley Sotheby's International Realty on July 19, 2012. Set at the base of Bald Mountain's slopes, the large luxury home is in Sun Valley, Idaho, one of the world's more popular ski destinations. With no minimum bid required, the tri-level home was originally listed for $5.995 million and offers people the chance to own their dream home or vacation resort.... Read More

Roughan Interior Design Blends the Traditional With the Modern

Jun 27, 2012  |   Contributor: JL Staff

Christina Sullivan Roughan is the talent behind Roughan Interior Design, a firm that puts the clients' needs first and is a favorite among design magazines, such as Interior Design and Elle Décor. The firm focuses on delivering warm, sophisticated interiors that will remain effortlessly timeless through the decades. The luxury homes are meant to look stylish but also uphold a comfortable lived-in quality that isn't intimidating or rigid. The design company has designed for a variety of clients in many different areas, from a luxury townhouse in London to personal luxury yachts to country estates.... Read More

Syrp's Genie | Time-Lapse Photography Made Easy

Jun 26, 2012  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

Even if you're an amateur filmmaker or photographer, you've probably considered dabbling in time-lapse photography. Many people probably assume that those stunning images require a vast array of luxury electronics and that it's a process reserved for the professionals. However, now that Syrp has invented their flagship product, Genie, anyone will be able to easily create the amazing time-lapse shots themselves.... Read More

Russell Dale Phelon's Personal Car Collection Up For Auction

Jun 25, 2012  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

Iron Horse Auction Company, Inc. has announced that it will be holding the auction of the late Russell Dale Phelon's personal racing equipment. Phelon Motorsports specializes in vintage car restoration, racing, and maintenance, and has been a name in NASCAR for years. Upon Phelon's passing, Phelon Motorsports has had to close his race shop, Phelon Motorsport Services, and have decided that making his entire collection available is a great way to carry on his legacy. After all, the vintage cars in Phelon's collection certainly deserve to be taken care of and now luxury car aficionados everywhere will have their chance.... Read More

Modernist Masterpiece | 21st Century Minimalism in NYC

Jun 22, 2012  |   Contributor: JL Staff

If you are in the market for an exquisite piece of luxury real estate in New York City, then you might want to check out this 9,000-square-foot “Modern Masterpiece” in Greenwich Village. The design is extremely minimal with stark white walls allowing accents of glass, steel, wood and stone to really stand out.... Read More

Aston Martin Unveils 2014 AM 310 Vanquish

Jun 21, 2012  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

Having been founded in 1913, Aston Martin has worked hard to become the world's premiere luxury car company and with the release of their new sports car, Vanquish, they're pushing themselves even further. The 2014 AM 310 Vanquish, with its upgraded aspirated 6.0-litre V12 engine and sleek design, is a car James Bond himself would feel lucky to drive.... Read More

Luxury Kitchen Appliance Dispenses and Chills Wine for In-Home Use

Jun 20, 2012  |   Contributor: James Rothaar

The only issue we have with this award-winning wine dispenser and wine cooler is that the product’s 11-word name is a real mouthful. The Vinotemp Dual Zone 4 Bottle Wine Dispenser and 88 Bottle Cooler is designed for both home and commercial usage.... Read More

Baltus Contemporary Furniture Channels The Spirit of Marbella, Spain

Jun 19, 2012  |   Contributor: JL Staff

Baltus high end luxury home furnishings offer a range of contemporary products from sideboards and cupboards to chaise lounges and sofas. Baltus also offers home accessories and paintings to help individualize your space. The latest spring collection from Baltus was inspired by the colors and vibrancy of Marbella, Spain.... Read More

2012 Vilner Custom BMW F 800 R Predator is Ready For Action

Jun 15, 2012  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

If you aren't pleased with the mass-produced base BMW F800 R bike in your garage, why not just hire Vilner, a big name in luxury automotives and motorcycles, to custom build one to your liking? That's exactly what a wealthy Russian businessman did. The eccentric client has one of the biggest and varied bike collections in Bulgaria and when he decided that his BMW model didn't have the aggressive predator edge he wanted, he had his own built.... Read More

50 Cent and SMS Audio Bring New Luxury Headphones

Jun 15, 2012  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

It's safe to assume that no knows high-quality audio like musicians. Now that rapper 50 Cent has released his own brand of luxury headphones under SMS Audio, they're probably going to deliver a pretty great sound. With three different sleek styles to choose from, SYNC by 50 wireless over-ear, STREET by 50 wired over-ear, and STREET by 50 in-ear, music fans are bound to find one of these luxury gadgets fitting with their lifestyle.... Read More

Organic Luxury Bedding From Coyuchi Promotes Natural State of Rest

Jun 14, 2012  |   Contributor: JL Staff

Coyuchi, a company specializing in luxury bedding collections woven from entirely organic textiles, was initially founded in the small town of Point Reyes Station in Northern California. The lush surroundings of the area, including ocean... Read More

EcoSmart Creates Energy Efficient Luxury Fireplaces

Jun 13, 2012  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

EcoSmart Fire focuses its attentions on creating safe, eco-friendly, bioethanol fueled luxury fireplaces without having to sacrifice appearances. A green alternative to traditional fireplaces, EcoSmart's open designer fireplaces are created by some of the most unique architects and designers today.... Read More

Wireless Headphones | Koss Striva Tap Wi-Fi Earbuds

Jun 8, 2012  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

Koss isn't usually known for luxury electronics, but with the release of their first set of Wi-Fi headphones, music enthusiasts will be thrilled to welcome the change. The Koss Striva Tap enables music fans to listen to their favorite band without having to deal with too-short headphone cables or even a device in hand... and we think that's pretty amazing.... Read More

Hemisphere | One of the World's Largest Luxury Catamarans

Jun 8, 2012  |   Contributor: JL Staff

According to Boat International, Pendennis Shipyard Ltd. is responsible for building one of the world's largest sailing catamaran's, named Hemisphere. As having a keen love for diving, the owners of Hemisphere decided to create their own luxury catamaran after failing to find one that fit their specifications. The luxury yacht was originally conceived of being around 35 meters but once hiring architects Van Peteghem Lauriot Prévost (VPLP), the minds behind the Jules Verne record holder Groupama 3, Hemisphere grew to a staggering 44.2 meters (145.0 feet), which was as large as she could get without dealing with a whole new set of policies.... Read More

WAMHouse Designs Feature Clever Home Decor

Jun 7, 2012  |   Contributor: JL Staff

WAMHouse, an innovative, Polish design company founded in 2005, was jump-started by just two individuals who were seeking to combine elements of architecture and interior design to create some of the best home furnishings. The duo had foundations in graphic design, photography, and civil engineering and finally joined forces... Read More

Megayacht to Offer Amenities Found in Luxury Resorts

Jun 6, 2012  |   Contributor: JL Staff

Italian design studio, Pastrovich, proud maker of self-titled “sexy yachts,” has unveiled a stunning new luxury yacht concept, which according to the company, is "a combination of the nicest features of the world’s most luxurious resorts.” A multitude of innovative structures will be amassed to build this breathtaking ship which will include tropical beach elements, as well as guest “villas,” an underwater spa, and a cave-like lower level, housing a wine cellar and cigar lounge. The finished project hopes to liken the experience to a luxury resort in motion.... Read More

Davidoff Launches Elegant New Line of Cigars

Jun 1, 2012  |   Contributor: Sara Cardoza

Davidoff, one of the best luxury brands of Swiss tobacco, was established in 1968 by Russian-born entrepreneur Zino Davidoff. For decades Davidoff has been revered for its trademark quality and taste. The brand recently announced the anticipated launch of a new line of cigars, Puro d’Oro Gigantes, which will be released during July and August of 2012.... Read More

Three Oceanfront Hawaiian Properties Go to Auction With No Reserve Price

Jun 1, 2012  |   Contributor: James Rothaar

Six high-end single-family residences in Hawaii will go to auction this month at two separate auctions helmed by Concierge Auctions. Three of the six real estate properties will be presented without any reserve price. The special auctions will occur later this month on June 18 and June 21.... Read More