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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 a Parisian apartment with a view to a centuries-old Italian palazzo, there are places where romance lingers long after Valentine’s Day, writes Mandi Keighan Paris, France | Propriétés Parisiennes Sotheby’s International Realty Romance, like beauty, is in the eye of the beholder. Ask any seasoned traveler—or hopeless romantic—about the world’s most enchanting city, and you’ll find yourself swept up in a passionate debate. Is it the streets of Paris where every boulevard seems to hold the promise of amour? The historic corners of London, which whisper of romances past? Or Verona, where tales of the heart were etched into stone centuries before Shakespeare mused on his star-crossed lovers? Verona, Italy | Italy Sotheby’s International Realty Few places wear romance as effortlessly as Paris, long mythologised as the city of love. And no coup de foudre is complete without a cameo from the Eiffel Tower. A beautiful light-filled fifth-floor apartment on the Champ de Mars offers rarely matched views of the engineering masterpiece from a private and leafy balustraded balcony. The property’s capacious living room opens up to the iconic view, while two bedrooms, bathroom, dressing suite and home office complete the offering. Not to mention dedicated cellar space, an elevator and the building’s traditional Parisian concierge, discreet to the very last. Knightsbridge, London | United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty Across the Channel, London reveals a different but no less compelling definition of romance. Here, the past is always present, never more so than in Fonteyn House in Knightsbridge, the home once owned by the legendary Dame Margot Fonteyn during her years as a prima ballerina at the Royal Ballet and now looking for a new owner. The six-story, 15,000 square foot house is a celebration of a life devoted to beauty and performance. Rooms that once hosted the likes of Princess Margaret, Yves Saint Laurent, Peter Sellers and Rudolf Nureyev now sit alongside contemporary interiors, an expansive private spa and a walled garden. There’s a dining room with a Persian Palissandro Bluette marble bar and even a club room with a cinema and cocktail bar for cozy date nights. Verona, Italy| Italy Sotheby’s International Realty Verona, Italy is the setting to one of the most romantic stories of all time, of course: William Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet.” Yet, long before its titular heroine gazed out from her balcony, this city was perfecting the language of love. In the heart of its historic centre is a palatial residence overlooking the storied Piazza delle Erbe that traces its history back to 1300. Set in the prestigious Case Mazzanti, the home boasts 16th-century frescos by master Alberto Cavalli, coffered ceilings, Venetian terrazzo flooring and a wine cellar with its original 14th-century stone floor. So, which of the three is the most romantic city? Each offers its own distinctive note in the grand symphony of love. The true magic lies in discovering the one that sets the scene for your own story. Which is the world’s most fashionable city? A seasoned style editor weighs in
High above the sparkling city skyline, this new 6,000-square-foot residence honors architectural paradigms while forging new pathways of refinement and convenience. Of the numerous sought-after neighborhoods in and around Los Angeles, the Hollywood Hills is among the most fabled and fascinating. Once devoted to farmland, the area began its residential history in the 1920s, with the establishment of the Hollywoodland community—for which the iconic namesake sign was erected. In its early heyday, homes vaunted Mediterranean- and Spanish-inspired styles; ensuing decades brought an interest in the Arts and Crafts aesthetic; and the latter half of the 20th century marked a shift toward Modernist and contemporary architecture, with homes following the contours of the steep mountain terrain and oversized windows designed to make the most of the sweeping rarefied view. Los Angeles, California | Marc Noah | Sotheby’s International Realty – Beverly Hills Brokerage This new residence—conceived of and constructed in 2025 by one of Southern California’s renowned design-driven teams—honors architectural paradigms, combining minimalist modernism with the occasional eye-catching nod to midcentury design, all the while forging new pathways of quality and convenience. Spanning some 6,000 square feet, it faces the Pacific, its western façade almost entirely composed of glass—an impressive collection of “disappearing” Fleetwood windows and doors that virtually erase the boundaries between indoor spaces, outdoor diversions, and the cinematic vistas that encompass the sparkling city skyline, the majestic ocean, and dramatic sunsets. Interior highlights include four serene bedrooms, a dedicated office, and a kitchen with a marble-wrapped island and a full complement of streamlined Miele appliances. Bridging the gap between the family room and a more formal living area is a wet bar with creative wine storage and refrigeration. Beyond, the living room exemplifies an uncommon level of thoughtfulness, with a floor-to-ceiling glass wall opening to the swimming pool and accompanying spa, a mere step from the threshold, raising the notion of “seamless living” to new heights. Baths are striking in style and spa-like in luxuries. Carefully chosen materials—such as warmly hued wide-plank walnut floors, surfaces of regal travertine, and chic fixtures and fittings—exemplify a superior level of refinement. Walls and thoughtfully positioned lighting seem destined to showcase an art collection. The outdoors play an essential part in the Southern California lifestyle, and this home ensures effortless alfresco activity. Just outside the kitchen and family room is a dining terrace with an enviable outdoor kitchen and a fire pit. High above it all is a private rooftop pickleball court. Completing the comforts and conveniences of this virtually turnkey experience are an elevator, a fully integrated smart home system, generous storage, a three-car garage, and a driveway that affords auxiliary parking. With its thoughtful design, commitment to refinement, coveted privacy, and postcard-worthy views, this residence is poised to carry on the tradition of stylish serenity in the Hollywood Hills. Discover luxury homes for sale and rent around the world on sothebysrealty.com
Our monthly series asks: How do you bring color into luxury design? Pink can be both grounding and joyful, writes Jill Krasny Old Fort Bay, Bahamas | Bahamas Sotheby’s International Realty Ever notice how some homes captivate you while others don’t turn your head? The colors in the design scheme may be at play. Whereas white encourages feelings of calm and red gets people talking, pink, which our series on color in luxury design turns to next, can be quietly powerful. “It’s warm and soothing, but can also be joyful and energizing,” says Dane Austin, an interior designer based in Boston. “It softens architecture, and it warms cool light and creates a sense of welcome.” The color can easily be misunderstood, viewed as too “girly” or meant only for babies. But it’s surprisingly versatile, he stresses. Capri, Italy | Italy Sotheby’s International Realty Villa Belvedere, a clifftop Italian villa with breathtaking views of the port of Capri, looks like something out of a postcard, says Austin. “There’s something so charming about the way that it’s set in the landscape,” he says, and the pink exterior helps it stand out against the greenery and clear blue sky. For Austin, who painted his own New England guest room Farrow & Ball’s Setting Plaster (a dusty pink) with lavender trim, pink is a crowd pleaser. “There are just so many shades,” he says, “I feel like there’s something for everyone.” Newport, Rhode Island | Gustave White Sotheby’s International Realty In Newport, Rhode Island, where pink conjures images of faded hydrangeas in late summer, the walls of a bedroom in Stone House read more salmon in shade, while a deckside reception room features two coral pink sofas. “I love the touches of red,” says Austin, who finds the pink of the bedroom well balanced with the “warm wood furnishings and brass accents.” With these walls, he adds, “there can only be one real star of the show. Everything else takes a back seat.” Old Fort Bay, Bahamas | Bahamas Sotheby’s International Realty A beachfront mansion in Old Fort Bay—a gated community in the Bahamas—uses pink more sparingly, particularly in the bedroom, says Austin, where the richer, earthier tone is sophisticated. A paler shade is also used to great effect in a light-filled home office. “The ombrè effect behind the bedroom wall feels earthy and grounded,” notes Austin, and the draperies pull from that color to stunning effect. “The pink enhances that beautiful Caribbean blue, which almost looks like a gemstone.” Old Brookville, New York | Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty By contrast, a laundry room of a contemporary colonial in Brookville, on Long Island’s North Shore, uses a saturated pink to give an otherwise boring space rock‘n’roll edge. It’s in keeping with its owners’ playful approach to color throughout the property. “I appreciate the thought put into making a utility space somewhere that makes you smile,” Austin says. The laundry room is not a space for entertaining, after all. Harbour Island, Bahamas | Bahamas Sotheby’s International Realty Seafair, another oceanfront Bahamas estate—located, appropriately enough, on Harbour Island’s Pink Sands Beach—deploys pink in a more subdued way. The living room features a subtle pink stripe on the swivel chairs and a supersized pastel-pink sofa, while the rest of the space is kept tonal and neutral. That’s a good thing, says Austin, because “when you use a hue like pink, it’s often best served with a healthy dose of neutrals, which keeps it from feeling too saccharine.” Explore our Color Chart series, from crowd-pleasing blue to zingy orange, bold red and calming white
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