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Former Home of Marilyn Monroe & Frank Sinatra on Market for $4.75 Million in Hollywood

Jan 16, 2013  |   Contributor: Sara Cardoza

Everyone is slightly Marilyn obsessed these days, from the television show Smash to My Week with Marilyn which came out in 2011, starring Michelle Williams. But who isn’t slightly intrigued by the volatile star who cheekily sang a song to her rumored lover and former President, John F. Kennedy? The blonde bombshell became the embodiment of 1950’s female sexuality.... Read More

Exclusive with Jamie Drake | From Back Yard Fort Designer to Designer for the Stars

Jan 16, 2013  |   Contributor: Gail Doby

Interior designer Jamie Drake is renowned for his exuberant color sense, his eye for the unique and telling detail, his practical approach to planning, and his equal facility in traditional and modern styles. Drake creates inviting, delightful and livable environments.... Read More

Exclusive with Jamie Drake | From Back Yard Fort Designer to Designer for the Stars

Jan 16, 2013  |   Contributor: Gail Doby

Interior designer Jamie Drake is renowned for his exuberant color sense, his eye for the unique and telling detail, his practical approach to planning, and his equal facility in traditional and modern styles. Drake creates inviting, delightful and livable environments.... Read More

Indianapolis Luxury Hotel Alexander Hotel Opens

Jan 14, 2013  |   Contributor: Carly Zinderman

The 209-room Alexander Hotel in Indianapolis has opened. Not a traditional luxury hotel hotspot, the new Alexander Hotel is designed by the noted architecture firm, Gensler, the Alexander will be Dolce Hotels and Resorts’ 18th North American hotel. The hotel features Plat99 mixology cocktail lounge space inside the hotel, designed by artist Jorge Pardo. A 2010 recipient of a MacArthur Fellowship, Pardo’s work spans the intersection of art, design and architecture. The Alexander will also feature copious meeting space, with 16 meeting rooms totaling 16,000 square feet.... Read More

2012 | A Year of Celebrity Real Estate

Jan 4, 2013  |   Contributor: JustLuxe Team

With a new year upon us it can be fun to look back on everything we experienced and learned over the last year. 2012 meant a lot of things to a lot of people but to many celebrities, it was the year they put their luxury real estate properties on the market - or maybe even sold them. It can take years to sell these sprawling homes - mainly due to the steep price tags - so it's no surprise that some of them have been available for quite some time now. Maybe 2013 will be a little kinder to the real estate market but regardless, here are some of the best celebrity real estate of 2012!... Read More

Interview with Interior Designer Pamela Peterson

Dec 27, 2012  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

Home décor inspiration can come from anywhere, from a flea market in Milan to a table setting at your local café. Interior designer Pamela Peterson travels the world, gaining inspiration from the smallest of details. With a biography that includes working costume design for three seasons of Saturday Night Live to working as the Art Director of Martha Stewart Living TV, Peterson knows exactly what she's doing when it comes to designing your home.... Read More

The Bentley Hotel Istanbul Gets a Makeover

Dec 13, 2012  |   Contributor: Carly Zinderman

The Bentley Hotel, a product of architects Piero Lissoni and Nicoletta Canesi’s creative inspiration, has undergone a complete refurbishment, revitalizing the cool, sleek design that has established it as a meeting point for local and international trendsetters. The Bentley Hotel is representative of Istanbul’s unique location between Europe and Asia, and the revamp has given the hotel a new ambiance while retaining the cool, minimalist appeal achieved by Lissoni and Canesi’s design. As part of the renovation, each room has been given a fresh look, including a new twin-bed option, perfect for friends visiting for a weekend trip to explore all the city has to offer.... Read More

Luxury Light Fixtures From Northern Lighting

Dec 10, 2012  |   Contributor: Tina Stewart

With a generous amount of sun in the summer and almost complete darkness in the winter, natural light is special for Norwegians. In fact, it is here that one can witness the famous Aurora Borealis. Northern Lighting produces lights inspired by Nordic nature and culture, offering the masses unique luxury home décor options. Integrating light design with art and mood, the lamps come in playful shapes like a butterfly, a moose head, and an exploding bulb. However these fixtures are not tacky; they are artistic and well-suited as sculpture and light sources within the home or office.... Read More

Upper East Side Luxury Condos Sell at Surprising Rate

Nov 26, 2012  |   Contributor: James Rothaar

Luxury properties in New York City are selling well at some locations in the city. An example of just how well how is indicative by the sales reported by a luxury high-rise condominium community in the Upper East Side called 200 East 79th Street. The word from the company is that the development is 50 percent... Read More

Tips and Tricks on How to Plan the Perfect Party

Nov 17, 2012  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

With the holiday season upon us, there's no shortage of reasons to throw a party, but you also don't need a large-scale holiday to put together a fun bash. If you've recently purchased some new luxury real estate, throw a house warming party, or even if you want to organize a fun celebration to commemorate your new puppy, do it. There are plenty of reasons to celebrate in your daily life so instead of waiting for someone else to find an excuse to party, why don't you beat them to it?... Read More

The Warwick Seattle Hotel's Lobby Renovations Fuse Old and New World Style

Nov 15, 2012  |   Contributor: Carly Zinderman

The Warwick Seattle Hotel has renovated its lobby, giving a glimpse of the hotel’s old world charm and modern luxury. The multi-million dollar renovations include lightening up the elements of the lobby to give the overcast Northwest location a bright sunny spot to welcome guests. “We felt it was important to provide our guests with a modern and inviting space they would be comfortable enjoying during their time at Warwick Seattle Hotel,” said Tim Bathke, General Manager at Warwick Seattle Hotel. “Our newly remodeled rooms provide our guests with a stylish and refined experience, and we were anxious to have a lobby to match that feel.”... Read More

Ever Wanted to Sleep in Brad Pitt's Bed?

Nov 9, 2012  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

Whether it be because of his newest movie role, charity efforts, or chiseled jaw line, Brad Pitt is often on our minds. However, being thought of constantly isn't enough for the actor anymore, now he's designing luxury furniture to make his mark all over our homes. According to Architectural Digest, Pitt has teamed up with Pollaro Furniture to release his very first self-designed furniture collection.... Read More

Brad Pitt's New Project Gets Attention in Niche Magazine

Nov 5, 2012  |   Contributor: Nicolle Keogh

Brad Pitt has been all over the map this year— both literally and figuratively. The A-list actor is taking time out of his busy schedule which includes creating advertisements for luxury brands to collaborate on his own line of furniture. Luxury magazine Architectural Digest even took the time to profile Brad's new venture. Fans can view twelve of his pieces, including tables, chairs and a bed will debut at his unveiling in New York from November 13-15.... Read More

Tour Luxury Homes To Help Charity

Oct 24, 2012  |   Contributor: Kellie K. Speed

There are beautiful houses and then there are Design Homes. Introducing the 2012 Design Home project in Norwell, Massachussetts brought to you by Eugene Mattie Associates, Ronald McDonald House Charities and Boston Magazine. For a $25 donation... Read More

Luxury Furniture That Blends Eastern and Western Beauty

Oct 18, 2012  |   Contributor: Annalisa Solari

Some of our favorite things in life come from magnificent and dynamic duos (Dolce & Gabbana, Simon and Garfunkel, Mike & Ike’s) and eco-friendly boutique furniture company Mike Lam Design may just be the next team to join these elite twosomes. Mike Lam's artistic design combines with the superb craftsmanship of Steve Thompson to make luxury home décor that functions as furniture, while striving to emotionally connect with the owner.... Read More

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