Most children have some kind of playhouse, whether it be a pink plastic eyesore or a magnificent three-level tree house (maybe that was just me), and even though we grow older there's still a small part of us that wants to maintain that playful feeling in our own home. The Residences at W Hollywood in Los Angeles must know that feeling well, because they chose interior designer Christopher Grubb to give one of their luxury urban penthouses a "playhouse" liveliness fit for a CEO's inner child. If you're thinking this would be a good place to tuck in for the night, think again because instead of a bed, the master suite has a custom gaming table!... Read More
NYC-based Concierge Auctions added another “win” to its record with the successful sale of Hiwa Lani, a deluxe Hawaiian property located in the Kuki’o Golf and Beach Club — the only private equity golf and beach club community on the Big Island. The transaction not only marked Concierge's seventh sale within the private oceanfront residential community, it was also the 28th luxury property in Hawaii sold by the luxury auction house.... Read More
If you're looking for a luxury home in Los Angeles, we don't think there's a point in settling for anything less than a beachfront estate. While there are plenty of great homes more inland, why would you want a view looking out on congested streets and graffitied buildings when you could gaze out at sailboats and waves? From Frank Gehry-designed estates to villas blending Italian sophistication with a Los Angeles flair, here are nine million dollar homes we think deserve the spotlight.... Read More
With architectural elements inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright's designs, this Los Angeles villa combines functional living needs with large, open spaces. With three bedrooms, the most impressive is the loft-style master suite that takes full advantage of the 32-foot cathedral vaulted ceilings. The home also features five bathrooms, two full gourmet kitchens with center islands, a waterfall spa, media and game room, and an indoor/outdoor dining area with a bar. Parking won't be a problem either, as there's an underground parking garage. Not only does the home come with all the furnishings and appliances found in the photos, it's also just a stroll away from LA's high fashion district.... Read More
La Selva, one of Tuscany’s last great private estates, has been listed for sale by Christie’s International Real Estate for about $26 million. Set on an incredible 2,200 acres near Siena, the property includes a historic castle, guest villas and a farmhouse. The heart of the estate is the Castello della Selva, which dates back to the 14th century.... Read More
NYC-based Concierge Auctions announced that it will represent luxury properties in the European market. The firm also announced its alliance with Charlie Smith, a European property advisor, who will assist Concierge in establishing relations with brokers throughout Europe.... Read More
Sheldon Good Luxury Residences are getting ready to auction two pretty impressive homes in Aspen (one on Clay Lane and one on West Buttermilk Road) on July 30 but only one of them was featured on VH1's Celebrity Real Estate Splurges. The property at 1518 West Buttermilk Road is being called a "masterpiece" by the auctioneer and judging by the photos of the 15,000-square-foot estate, they may be right.... Read More
A luxurious Victorian mansion in London’s exclusive Holland Park, known for high-profile residents like Virgin billionaire Richard Branson, entertainment mogul Simon Cowell and actor Kenneth Branagh, has been listed for sale by Christie’s International Real Estate affiliate Strutt & Parker for £19.5 million (about $30 million).... Read More
Multi-functional home accessories are clearly becoming a thing of the future and Solar by Jean Marie Massaud certainly fits the bill. Doubling as a side table, the floor lamp was designed as a center for social interaction and strives to evoke emotion through its hemispherical shape. ... Read More
With its diverse wildlife and flora, living in Belize sounds like a dream. Because it's located between North and South America, there are a wide range of climates that make the land ideal for many different types of plants and animals — the jungles of Belize are even home to jaguars — and over 60 percent of the land is covered by forestry. There's also a barrier reef for snorkeling and scuba diving aficionados. If all this sounds amazing, you may want to check out Wild Orchid Residences because eight years ago they bought three fantastic properties in Belize and are offering home buyers the chance to live on the southern coastline.... Read More
Does anyone come to a no-reserve auction hopeful to be the only person in attendance and buy a million dollar estate for a dollar? Although there is no minimum bid to meet, it is unlikely to occur. A mansion set on 10.6 acres in Teton County in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, originally offered at $32.5 million, will go to auction on July 12.... Read More