Designed by Duffy London, the Abyss Dining Table mimics the ocean by playing with depth and 3-D geological mapping. The functional piece of furniture took a year to develop and is handmade using Plexiglas and ethically-sourced wood, which you can see from the top and the underside. With the layers getting darker the deeper they get, it’s meant to give diners the feeling of looking down into the deep abyss of the open sea. Limited to only 25, the table is also lit from within, which lends more drama to the overall look.... Read More
Now that the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS) in Las Vegas has officially wrapped up, it’s easy to spot what the hottest design trends for 2016 will be. There may have been tons of products and designs on display, but transitional-style bathrooms and kitchens were the biggest hit. According to members of the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA), this modern style heavily focuses on built-in storage areas, neutral colors and amenities to make one’s life easier.... Read More
The New York Times recently broke a story about the U.S. Treasury Department’s concern regarding illicit money flowing into the luxury real estate market. In response, a new initiative scrutinizing high-end, full-cash sales in Manhattan and Miami is being enacted. Though full-cash deals are often made by legal shell companies, they often end up concealing the identities of the real purchasers.... Read More
Though Sylvester Stallone recently won a 2016 Golden Globe for his role in Creed, the actor is reportedly taking a loss when it comes to his real estate portfolio. Earlier this month, Stallone put his desert villa on the market with Hurwitz James Company for $4.199 million—$300,000 less than what the actor paid for the Mediterranean-style property back in 2010.... Read More
Wayne Gretzky (otherwise known as “The Great One”) is selling his Westlake Village mansion through Engel & Völkers for $8 million. Oddly enough, even though Gretzky is undeniably one of the greatest hockey players to ever grace the NHL, there actually isn’t any sort of ice rink on the property. But we’re sure you can add that in if desired. After all, you’ll have 43,612 square feet of land to play with. ... Read More
From Harow comes this over-the-top, 24k gold Skull Armchair that we wouldn’t mind lounging in. Looking like it came straight from Jack Sparrow’s dreams, this glitzy design has been handmade like a faceted diamond, making it artwork that is also a fully-functioning piece of furniture. ... Read More
Ryan Serhant from Bravo’s Million Dollar Listing New York has recently announced that he has partnered with Aria on the Bay in downtown Miami to sell its stunning penthouse. Listed at $12.9 million with Nest Seekers International, the 9,592-square-foot home boasts 10 bedrooms and bathrooms, over 6,630 square feet of outdoor space and dominates the top three floors of the 53-story luxury building. Plus, it offers an open floor plan that takes advantage of its 360-degree views.... Read More
People will do almost anything to get their hands on an original piece of Banksy artwork, from spending millions at auctions to actually destroying buildings to remove murals. But now that a Victorian home in Cheltenham, England that actually boasts one of his pieces is up for sale, you can bag a Banksy and a property all for just £210,000 (USD $304,836).... Read More
We've all seen those rectangular airplane trolley carts full of drinks and snacks, but we've certainly never seen any as cool as this wine-specific one from Skypak. Called La Barrique Edition, the design is made using old oak barrels that were once used to age wine in. The German company brings in original trolleys that were once in use on an aircraft and then attaches the wood by hand, which according to Skypak still carries the scent of red wine.... Read More
As co-host of Hallmark Channel’s Emmy-nominated Home & Family, Mark Steines knows a thing or two about living the good life. With more than 17 years rubbing of elbows with Hollywood A-listers as co-host of Entertainment Tonight, he’s enjoyed an esteemed TV career that’s not only survived, but thrived, for more than two decades.... Read More
Luxury real estate agent Heather Bilyeu, one of the stars on Bravo’s Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles, is as business savvy as she is beautiful. From playing an integral role in transacting over a half billion worth of real estate to leveraging the tumultuous waters of reality television, Bilyeu has established herself as a skilled industry professional who has got what it takes to succeed. ... Read More