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With its Mediterranean climate, sun-drenched beaches, and tile roofs atop charming hillside homes, Santa Barbara has earned the moniker “American Riviera.” The peaceful community, just over an hour or so north of Los Angeles and home to approximately 90,000 permanent residents, is embraced by the Pacific Ocean on the south and Santa Ynez Mountains on the north.
From painterly florals and palettes to inviting terraces and garden views, spring design schemes should feel lighter and brighter, writes Mandi Keighran Notting Hill, London | United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty Does any season bring a more noticeable shift in the home as spring? As daylight hours stretch into the evening and gardens come back to life, the coziness we seek during the winter months gives way to a desire for lighter and brighter interiors. Doors and windows that have been closed against the cold are reopened, letting in the fresh air. And bringing that sense of renewal doesn’t require a full redecoration—even a small update, from a new cushion to a fresh coat of paint, can be transformative. “Natural light and a relationship with the landscape are fundamental to creating interiors that feel attuned to spring,” says Emma Bodie, co-founder of London architecture practice House of EM. “This creates the perfect backdrop for a sunlight-drenched relaxed seating space or casual dining area. The careful use of patterned textiles, pops of color and natural materials is an effortless way to tie the interior to a garden.” Madrid, Spain | Spain Sotheby’s International Realty This mood is beautifully captured in a four-bedroom penthouse in Madrid’s Barrio de Salamanca, set within an art deco landmark by architect José Yarnoz Larrosa. Here, the living area features creamy upholstery, sculptural tables, sun-bleached rugs and walls washed in white. A scatter of blush and yellow cushions against milky linen, along with abstract artworks that pick up the same hues, adds a hint of color that evokes seasonal blooms. “This sitting room embodies a refined spring sensibility,” says Lorena Royo Martinez, from Spain Sotheby’s International Realty. “The restrained palette of soft neutrals and tactile materials creates a feeling of freshness, the floor-to-ceiling windows draw daylight deep into the room, and the fluidity of the floor plan allows for effortless entertaining.” Notting Hill, London | United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty In London, a reimagined Victorian property off Westbourne Grove in the heart of Notting Hill takes a more playful approach. The interiors by Natasha Quick are the embodiment of spring—particularly the dining area, where a sky-blue banquette, rattan cafe chairs and ticking-stripe curtains create a breezy setting. A painted jug filled with wildflowers brings a touch of the outside in, while the room opens onto a verdant terrace, fringed with ornamental grasses and a flowering climber scaling the wall: the city’s answer to a country garden. Verona, Italy | Italy Sotheby’s International Realty In Verona’s Valpolicella hills, an 18th-century farmhouse estate offers a more pastoral vision of spring interiors. Arched French doors to the main living room frame views of olive groves and vineyards, drawing the landscape inside. Exposed timber beams, terracotta floors and botanical-print cushions take cues from their surroundings, evoking the natural world as it comes into bloom. Meanwhile, a duplex at the sought-after 895 Park Avenue in New York makes the convincing case for bringing a touch of spring inside year-round, with an abundance of floral wallpaper. Both the primary and guest suites are wrapped in blossomed chinoiserie with birds threading between branches. A collection of floral-patterned soft furnishings amplify the effect, while leaving the original moldings and ceilings white give these patterns space to breathe. Manhattan, New York | Sotheby’s International Realty – East Side Manhattan Brokerage As these homes show, creating an interior that responds to the seasons is not necessarily about a dramatic overhaul, but about finding the details that lift a room. “Selecting materials that subtly reflect the tones of the surrounding planting and flowers creates a natural visual flow,” advises Bodie. “A calm, neutral base allows for carefully chosen accents—think light-colored stone or wood floors, limewash paint and plaster wall finishes paired with vibrant upholstery,” she adds. “Walls and floors act as a canvas to which decorative elements can be applied.” It’s an approach that works whether you’re dressing a Manhattan condo or an Italian rural idyll. Go green to be seen: here’s why the classic color freshens up any luxury home
Expanded and rejuvenated by two design luminaries, this 1894 carriage house spans 4,860 square feet of enduring, inviting style embraced by 1.4 acres of lush gardens, vibrant hydrangeas, and flowering trees along with a pool, a pool house, and an enchanting collection of alfresco living, dining, and entertaining areas. Noted publishing and design-world stars Pilar Guzmán and Chris Mitchell outlined their widely admired sense of style In 2022’s Patina Modern—now practically a de rigueur primer for the rustic-chic approach to décor. In the handful of East Coast residences they’ve renovated in recent years, they implemented that singular aesthetic—which blends modern and vintage elements while focusing on warmth, comfort, and timelessness—demonstrating that older homes can retain classic character while also feeling fresh and current. In the case of this residence, a carriage house in East Hampton’s coveted Georgica estate section—expanded and rebuilt to span some 4,860 square feet—they pay homage to tradition, putting an emphasis on preservation while applying subtle modern flair and adding 21st-century comforts and conveniences. East Hampton, New York | Beate V. Moore, Frank E. Newbold | Sotheby’s International Realty – Bridgehampton Brokerage Enveloped by curtains of mature greenery, the home exhibits many of the hallmarks of a 19th-century Hampton’s retreat: a handsome shingled façade, a mansard roof, a cupola, a breezy covered porch, and abundant exceptionally beautiful windows. The reverence for tradition continues indoors, where beadboard, shiplap, exposed original ceiling beams, coffering, paneling, a stone fireplace, hardwood floors, and wainscoting hold sway. The foyer opens to a sophisticated living room, which in turn gives way through French doors to a sunroom-cum-billiards room, but the heart of the home is the magnificently inviting great room, an expansive space that includes a dining area with warm, honey-toned walls and floors; an open kitchen with custom cabinetry, marble countertops, built-in seating in a windowed bay, and full wine chiller; and a comfortable den tucked between the two, gazing through a bank of tall casement windows toward the enchanting backyard and swimming pool. Little luxuries make appearances even in the laundry room, which features stately stone countertops and eye-catching brass fixtures. The first of three owner’s suites is located on the main level and enjoys a spacious bath and access to a quiet terrace. The two additional suites—both with soaking tubs, showers, and thoughtful closet space—are secluded on the upper level, where one also benefits from a private balcony overlooking the idyllic backyard. Sharing the second floor are two guest suites and a sunny sitting room. In its south-of-the-highway location, the home is minutes from East Hampton’s Main Street as well as dreamy Atlantic beaches. But the remarkably lush 1.4-acre grounds are alluring in their own right. Behind and beside the home are swaths of lush gardens, a heated swimming pool, a pool house with a picnic terrace and an open-air shower, a freestanding gym, an alfresco dining area tucked among a verdant allée, and a poolside pergola with a grilling area and pizza oven just steps away. Embracing it all are vibrant hydrangeas and flowering trees, reinforcing the sense that this is a true turnkey oasis, a place where time seems to stand still and the style seems destined to endure. Discover luxury homes for sale and rent around the world on sothebysrealty.com
The region’s dynamic food scene and quiet luxury matches up to its cultural treasures and lush landscapes, writes Kiki Deere Arezzo, Italy | Italy Sotheby’s International Realty With its rolling vineyard landscapes, cypress-lined avenues and ancient olive groves, Tuscany has long been seen as Italy’s bucolic idyll, a sun-soaked region with enduring appeal. Its art-filled cities are famous for harboring an unrivaled quantity of Renaissance riches, while its coastline blends glamorous beach resorts, pine forests and rugged coves. The newly released movie “You, Me and Tuscany” once again brings the charm of the area to the fore. This romantic comedy is also a love letter to Tuscan food and wine, a reminder that the region has earned its reputation as one of the country’s premier culinary destinations. In Florence, family-run restaurants and elegant cocktail bars dot the historic core, where a wave of independent boutiques and ateliers are also shaking up Italy’s shopping experience. “What makes Florence and Tuscany so compelling now is this balance of Renaissance heritage and a vibrant contemporary scene,” says Salvatore Ferragamo Jr., grandson of the legendary Italian shoemaker and global ambassador for the family’s hospitality arm, which includes the five-star Portrait Firenze hotel and the 1,100 acre wine estate Il Borro in Tuscany’s Arezzo province. Lucca, Italy | Italy Sotheby’s International Realty Tuscany “offers an intimate, authentic expression of the Italian lifestyle, where quality, beauty and a slower rhythm come together in a way that increasingly resonates with modern travelers,” says Ferragamo. This unique combination seems to be drawing global homebuyers to the region too. Beautifully restored countryside retreats such as this 16th-century villa near Lucca preserve all the charm of the Renaissance, with original features and a wine cellar housing ancient oak barrels. But there’s no compromise for homeowners used to luxury living—and hosting—particularly given the estate’s additional converted barn and farmhouse. The open-air pool is surrounded by vines, olive trees and acacia woods, with a wisteria-covered pergola for long, lazy lunches. Arezzo, Italy | Italy Sotheby’s International Realty In the far east of Tuscany lies Valtiberina, a lesser-known corner of the region that spills into neighboring Umbria. While Renaissance greats Piero della Francesca and Michelangelo both hailed from this area, a restored medieval castle combines even older heritage with some refreshingly contemporary styling. As well as a pool below the ramparts, the property even has its own private chapel. “Tuscany captivates with its unparalleled combination of natural beauty, cultural heritage and refined lifestyle,” explains Diletta Giorgolo, head of residential at Italy Sotheby’s International Realty. “The serene landscape changes with the seasons, while historic towns, Michelin-starred restaurants and world-renowned art ensure a rich cultural experience year-round.” Florence, Italy | Italy Sotheby’s International Realty International buyers are also looking beyond the countryside to properties in the heart of Florence, such as this exclusive piano nobile (or “principal story”) of a 16th century palazzo with an 18th-century facade on Via della Condotta. Currently divided into apartments, with lofty coffered ceilings and bookshelves floor to ceiling, this light-flooded property and its internal courtyard is an ideal investment for potential rentals. It’s also ripe for conversion as a year-round residence in the heart of the city. As Giorgolo says: “Tuscany is not just a place to visit—it is a place to live, offering a lifestyle that balances tranquility, sophistication and authenticity.” Here’s how Venice’s historic palaces are also being reimagined for modern living
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