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May 2012

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Anguilla's Zemi Beach | A Boutique Caribbean Island Community

May 29, 2012  |   Contributor: James Rothaar

Shoal Bay, Anguilla is the Caribbean location of Zemi Beach, a deluxe property that is less than two miles from St. Marten. According to the property’s development team, this boutique island is on a parity with St. Barths for intimacy and exclusivity. Anguilla, a 35-square mile island, is the size as Manhattan and has population of around 15,000.... Read More

Own the Haunted American Horror Story Mansion for $12 Million

May 25, 2012  |   Contributor: JL Staff

If you’re brave enough to step inside the mansion from American Horror Story, then you’re one step closer to owning a historic monument. The over 14,000-square-foot piece of luxury real estate is going on the market in Los Angeles for $12 million.... Read More

Bel Air Residence that Fuses Architecture and Landscape

May 22, 2012  |   Contributor: Sara Cardoza

The Rockefeller architecture group, innovators behind the impressive Manhattan Beach Residence, are also behind the Bel Air Residence, a designer luxury home. The residential property is 8,200 square feet of contemporary space that fuses both indoor and outdoor living area. The architectural elements of this project were demanding, forcing the designers to merge both structural and landscaping visions.... Read More

Step Inside The Setai Miami's $7 Million Oceanfront Condo

May 21, 2012  |   Contributor: Sara Cardoza

The Setai Miami Beach, one of the Leading Hotels of the World and featuring luxury hotel suites that are some of the best in the country, is now offering stunning three bedroom oceanfront residences. The 2,558 square foot South Beach home features three baths, unparalleled views of the ocean, custom-made hotel furniture, stainless steel Miele and Subzero kitchen appliances, and polished teak flooring and accents.... Read More

Kitchen Design in San Francisco Victorian Gets An Amazing New Look

May 18, 2012  |   Contributor: Sara Cardoza

From Schwartz and Architecture, the San Francisco designers behind the award-winning luxury accommodation Nineteenth Street Residence, also comes the Buena Vista Residence. The San Francisco Victorian, undoubtedly beautiful, had a limited kitchen area due to the property’s age. The architects at Schwartz were able to redesign the kitchen, allowing a more natural flow to occur within the home.... Read More

Rustic and Industrial Collide in This Cozy Austin Retreat

May 17, 2012  |   Contributor: Sara Cardoza

The Peace Pipe Path House, envisioned by the talented Mell Lawrence Architect team, won the 2001 AIA Austin Honor Award for its rustic, utilitarian elements. The group has won numerous design awards for their work on residential and commercial projects throughout Texas. Most recently, their Baylor Street House won the 25th Annual AIA Homes Tour award in 2011.... Read More

Frank Gehry Completes First Residential Project in Asia OPUS HONG KONG

May 16, 2012  |   Contributor: Andrew M DeGregorio

Frank Gehry, the world renowned, Pritzker Award winning architect has astonished the masses for years with his iconic designs. He has once again amazed us with his technical ability in modern design with his first residential project in Asia, dubbed OPUS HONG KONG. This remarkable high-end residential building was unveiled last week by the innovative Hong Kong developer Swire Properties.... Read More

Interior Design in Turkey Sets New Standard For Modern Homes

May 15, 2012  |   Contributor: Sara Cardoza

Turkish interior designer Tanju Özelgin recently completed work on the S House, located in Cubuklu Valley in Turkey. Özelgin’s work on the home represents a new trend occurring among residential designs in Turkey, which seem to be utilizing more and more contemporary elements and distancing itself from the country’s traditional roots. The Cubuklu Valley is home to a collection of modern houses; however, Özelgin’s work on the S House is setting a new standard for both designers and homeowners alike.... Read More

Manhattan Beach Home Challenges Designers To Think Big

May 14, 2012  |   Contributor: Sara Cardoza

The Rockefeller architecture group is comprised of a team of talented interior and exterior designers that hail from across the United States. The group is responsible for some of the most attractive luxury accommodations on the West Coast. The work the group won the team “Project of the Year” at Los Angeles Downtown News’ 11th annual Downtowners of Distinction awards for the work done on their 940 2nd Street condo. The 940 2nd Street condo as well as the Banyan Drive Treehouse won the firm the AIA Long Beach/South Bay Honor Award for Excellence in Design.... Read More

Villa Lola | Natures Icelandic Cabin

May 11, 2012  |   Contributor: Andrew M DeGregorio

If you ever find yourself in a town called Akureyri, Iceland, and happen to wonder across the bay, you may stumble upon a wood structure that nature could have easily constructed herself. Boasting unrestricted views of mountains to the north and south, Villa Lola is a uniquely formed, modern cabin built of low maintenance materials.... Read More

Sonoma Vineyard Estate Employs Stunning Design Artistry

May 11, 2012  |   Contributor: Sara Cardoza

Joshua Aidlin and David Darling are the partners behind Aidlin Darling Design, renowned for their luxury accommodations. The gorgeous Vineyard Estate won the company the 2008 Chairman’s Award from the International Interior Design Association as well at the 2007 Merit Award from the American Society of Landscape Architects, among other honors. The beautiful 14,000 square foot home is located in Sonoma, California on 140 acres of land.... Read More

Hijuana House A Green Home By Twenty-Nine Design

May 10, 2012  |   Contributor: Andrew M DeGregorio

Twenty-Nine Design recently unveiled their latest architectural work, on a small residential plot in the city Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Hijuana House is a two story luxury home developed using green design techniques. Built around mango trees, great care was taken during construction to leave the existing shrubbery on the site undisturbed.... Read More