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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.
This extraordinary 5,326-square-foot aerie in Manhattan’s Mandarin Oriental showcases the signature style of legendary interior designer Jacques Grange and, with its walls of glass, affords a cinematic outlook on Central Park, the Hudson River, and the sparkling city skyline. Legendary in aesthetic and architectural circles, Frenchman Jacques Grange is one of the world’s most influential interior designers. His sui generis style—which alchemizes the historical and the contemporary—has drawn the eye of luminaries the world over, from Pierre Bergé, co-founder of the Yves Saint-Laurent fashion house, to the likes of Karl Lagerfeld, Princess Caroline of Monaco, Alain Ducasse, and Paloma Picasso and is widely coveted for its uncommon ability to exude elegance while remaining unfussy, livable, and comfortable. New York, New York | Elizabeth L. Sample, Brenda Powers | Sotheby’s International Realty – East Side Manhattan Brokerage This magnetic marriage of the simple and the sophisticated is on brilliant display in this soaring residence in Manhattan’s Mandarin Oriental, an extraordinary 5,326-square-foot aerie with walls of glass offering a cinematic outlook on Central Park, the Hudson River, and the sparkling city skyline as it unfurls toward the Atlantic Ocean. In the gallery foyer, surfaces of sturdy, richly hued wood introduce the home’s unique aesthetic, stamped with Grange’s signature style. A glamorous custom cocktail bar serves as a soigné segue to the vast great room, an entertainer’s showplace with two sitting areas, a dedicated dining area, a majestic vista, and walls and lighting designed for the display of art. Beyond is a study or sitting area with a wall of built-in bookshelves. The captivating ambience persists even in the streamlined kitchen, secluded behind automatic doors off the dining area. Here, carved rosewood cabinetry and black mica finishes create a one-of-a-kind setting for an impressive collection of top-tier appliances, including two Sub-Zero refrigerator-freezers and wine chillers, a five-burner Gaggenau cooktop, three Miele ovens, a Dacor warming drawer, and dual Miele dishwashers. The open, airy owner’s suite is an almost otherworldly sanctuary of clean lines, silk-paneled walls with gold-leaf accents, and expansive views. The two-part spa-inspired bath boasts amber-mica-tinted glass, dramatically veined marble, handsome onyx, radiant-heated floors, a steamshower, a bidet, a park-facing whirlpool tub, and dual vanities. The boutique-caliber walk-in closets and dressing rooms are clad in zebra wood and offer a wealth of custom appointments. Well separated and exceptionally private, the guest wing comprises three bedrooms, each with an en suite bath, a generous closet, and eye-catching Hudson River views. A top-of-the-line Crestron system controls audiovisual components, window shades, air conditioning, and heating throughout the home. For the owners of this residence and the 58 others at the Mandarin Oriental, the five-star amenities include an an attended lobby with dedicated elevators and staff, exceptional security, a 75-foot indoor pool, a fitness center, a spa, in-home dining, and housekeeping, butler, valet, and concierge services. The building enjoys a prime position on Billionaires’ Row, an area of Manhattan developed as an allure for the global elite exemplified by iconic residential towers at prestigious addresses affording exclusive amenities and consummate privacy—the ideal environs for the timeless talent of Jacques Grange. 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? Used with care, yellow is uplifting, writes Jill Krasny London, England | United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty Some homes quickly fade from the mind while others are unforgettable. Often the design scheme is a factor. Pink can be surprisingly grounding and red gets people talking, while yellow—which our series on color in design turns to next—is notoriously hard to handle, but can deliver amazing results. “When I’m thinking about yellow, the first room that comes up for me is the Yellow Room by Nancy Lancaster and John Fowler,” says London-based interior designer Rachel Chudley of their famed reception room at 39 Brook Street, Mayfair. “That for me is yellow at its best—it’s somehow luminous, it’s warm, it pulls everything together, but it also feels bold,” she says. The variations—and contradictions—of yellow have captivated artists for centuries, as the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam explores in its current exhibition, “Yellow. Beyond Van Gogh’s Colour.” However, they can also make the color tricky to work with, especially as a pastel. “It’s really difficult not to make it too insipid,” says Chudley, “and maintain that kind of lightness.” Still, she notices more and more people are gravitating to yellow in luxury design schemes again, while drawing on its layered historical associations. Florence, Italy | Italy Sotheby’s International Realty A charming 16th-century villa near Florence feels in tune with its verdant surroundings thanks to its faded ochre exterior. “It’s got that plastery warmth, which feels kind of natural there, very Italian,” says Chudley, noting the extensive use of the color during the Florentine Renaissance. The weathered appearance, made all the more noticeable due to the material’s application, also “lends itself to this clay-pot feel,” she adds. Yellow is deployed throughout the interiors too, a striking backdrop to the home’s extensive collection of traditional furniture and fine art. Sea Island, Georgia | DeLoach Sotheby’s International Realty By contrast, Villa Measured, a neoclassical residence within a gated estate on Sea Island, a private island in Georgia, appears lighter and brighter. “This yellow feels like the John Soane yellow,” says Chudley, referring to the house museum of the English architect Sir John Soane. Soane’s drawing room, painted Turner’s Yellow—a pigment developed in the late 18th century—is truly a statement. The same hue works in Georgia, says Chudley, because “they’re leaning into that classically proportioned architecture,” which complements the clear blue sky. Sea Island, Georgia | DeLoach Sotheby’s International Realty A sprawling estate on Merritt Island, on the east coast of Florida, similarly pays homage to traditional Florentine villas with its butter-yellow exterior and distinctive Italian stone fountains. Inside, the sizable Tuscan-style kitchen and adjacent dining area continue the theme, though the true star is the home’s neoclassical exterior, which contrasts beautifully with Florida’s violet-streaked sunset. “This is a perfect hot weather color,” says Chudley. Anything lighter would feel washed out. Merritt Island, Florida | ONE Sotheby’s International Realty In London, meanwhile, a spacious townhouse on Kendal Street near Hyde Park uses a turmeric shade of yellow to set off the grayness outside. “It’s the classic London brick with the gray London light coming through,” says Chudley. A key part of selecting a paint color is working with or against the view, she says, and here the color draws your eye away from the window. “If you have an amazing view, you want to bring it in,” she says. Here, the color feels “like a warm hug” on a cold, foggy day. Explore our Color Chart series, from zingy orange and bold red to calming white, joyful pink and crowd-pleasing blue
An impressive sporting calendar, a thriving design scene and an irrepressible cultural energy mean Melbourne consistently exceeds expectations, writes Mandi Keighran Southbank, Melbourne | Peninsula Sotheby’s International Realty Melbourne has long been known as Australia’s cultural capital, but that’s not the only side to the city—its sporting credentials are just as strong. Every year, headline events such as the Australian Open, the Spring Racing Carnival and the upcoming Australian Grand Prix, which kicks off a new Formula One season on March 8, draw global attention. While people might visit for the sporting spectacle, they tend to stay for everything else, from laneway galleries and hidden cocktail bars to blockbuster exhibitions and luxury boutiques. Oh, and the world-beating coffee. “Melbourne is known as one of the world’s most liveable cities,” says Max Ruttner, managing director of Melbourne Sotheby’s International Realty. “It offers an exceptional lifestyle alongside an incredible cultural and entertainment scene.” “I see Melbourne as the cultural heart of Australia’s creative industries,” agrees Alice Blackwood, a Melbourne-based design editor and strategic storyteller. “Creativity here never exists in isolation, nor does any discipline remain confined to its own practice. The cross-pollination between art, theatre, music, design, architecture and our world-class hospitality scene, too, generates a steady exchange of ideas and new experiences.” Southbank is the heart of Melbourne’s arts precinct, home not only to the National Gallery of Victoria—currently hosting the world premiere of landmark fashion exhibition “Westwood | Kawakubo”—but also the Arts Centre Melbourne and the Melbourne Theatre Company. Joining them will be The Fox: NGV Contemporary, which is set to open in 2028. Southbank, Melbourne | Peninsula Sotheby’s International Realty Rising above it all, on the banks of the Yarra River, is Eureka Tower, and at its summit, a penthouse occupying the entire 82nd floor. This is the ideal home for a Melburnian who thrives on city living. Full-height glazing frames dramatic 360-degree views of the skyline, while the building’s features include a 25-meter pool, gymnasium, sauna and cinema. “The penthouse is ideally located on the edge of the Melbourne CBD [Central Business District], with the city’s best restaurants at your doorstep,” says Ruttner. “It’s also only 100 meters from world-class lifestyle amenities.” However, with a dining area for 20 guests, chef’s kitchen, cigar lounge and 1,358-bottle wine cellar, residents might be tempted to stay in. There’s also the Alessi spa bath that looks over the water through the 24-carat-gold-plated windows that adorn the top 10 floors of the building. Malvern East, Melbourne | Melbourne Sotheby’s International Realty A different dimension unfolds in Melbourne’s suburbs. In leafy Malvern East, The Gables offers luxury of an earlier era—and the opportunity to own this property, says Ruttner, is “a rare and generational offering.” Designed in 1902 by Beverley Ussher and Henry Kemp, pioneers of Australia’s Federation architecture style, and set within gardens laid out by William Guilfoyle of Melbourne’s Royal Botanic Gardens fame, this Queen Anne mansion sits across three street frontages. Himalayan cedars planted more than 120 years ago still shade the grounds while four grand reception rooms—including a ballroom—evoke its storied history. In the early 20th century, during prohibition, it was used as a speakeasy by notorious Melbourne gangster Joseph “Squizzy” Taylor, and it went on to host weddings for celebrities and sports stars. Toorak, Melbourne | Melbourne Sotheby’s International Realty That sense of scale continues in Toorak, one of Melbourne’s most prestigious suburbs. Here, a 1920 Mediterranean Revival mansion on a coveted boulevard has recently come onto the market after being held by a single family for more than half a century. The home features formal and informal entertaining spaces that recall the glamour of its original decade, as well as a Hollywood Hills-style pool set in manicured gardens. If these homes represent Melbourne’s architectural past, a reimagined Victorian residence in the vibrant inner-city suburb of Prahran captures how the city weaves together old and new. Renovated by Corr Projects with LSA Architects and designer Nick Kelly, the property retains its period bones—think four-meter-high ceilings and double-fronted proportions—while a boldly geometric rear pavilion gives it distinctive contemporary character. Prahran, Melbourne | Melbourne Sotheby’s International Realty The style of each of these homes is unique, but the ambition and focus on the good life in all its guises is a constant, which, in many ways, is the most Melbourne quality of all. From its sports calendar and restaurant scene to its galleries and coffee, whatever Melbourne turns its hand to, it does so with world-class style. You’ve read about Melbourne. Now explore Brisbane, another blossoming cultural hub
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