Inside a Modern Hideaway in Hidden Hills

On just over two acres on a coveted cul-de-sac in Hidden Hills, on the outskirts of Los Angeles, this meticulously constructed new 16,112-square-foot residence recalls both a rustically refined California spa and a bucolic pastoral oasis. Precious little of the greater Los Angeles area could still be referred to as “bucolic,” but the community of Hidden Hills is a welcome exception. Nestled in the western foothills of the San Fernando Valley, it features corrals; barns for horses and other animal friends; equestrian trails; and white three-rail fences that contribute to its peaceful, pastoral atmosphere. Continue reading Inside a Modern Hideaway in Hidden Hills at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Brutalism Is Back: Designing Homes With Drama

The powerful architecture style is inspiring a new generation of luxury buyers and contemporary builds, writes Riya Patel Toronto, Canada | Sotheby’s International Realty Canada Architecture is enjoying another big-screen moment, thanks to “The Brutalist.” Brady Corbet’s epic movie has collected prestigious wins this awards season, not least for its lead actor, Adrien Brody, as the fictional Bauhaus-trained architect László Tóth. For filmmakers, the appeal of Brutalism—the bold architecture style characterized by monumental concrete forms—is clear to see. Continue reading Brutalism Is Back: Designing Homes With Drama at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Significant Sales: February 2025 Highlights

From an AED 330M sale in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, to a US$39.995M sale in Newport Beach, California, here are five sales represented by the Sotheby’s International Realty global network in February. Dubai, United Arab Emirates Regan Faulkner, Ioana Armeanu | Dubai Sotheby’s International Realty, AED 330M View properties in Dubai, United Arab Emirates Newport Beach, California Steve High, Evan Corkett | Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty, US$39.995M View properties in Newport Beach, California Santa Rosa Beach, Florida Brad Dahler | Scenic Sotheby’s International Realty, US$13.3M View properties in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida Auckland, New Zealand Patrick McAteer, Suzanne Browne | New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty, NZ$12.5M View properties in Auckland, New Zealand Los Angeles, California John Giddins | Sotheby’s International Realty – Brokerage, US$14.435M View properties in Los Angeles, California Discover previous editions of Significant Sales on the blog Continue reading Significant Sales: February 2025 Highlights at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Fourth Week in March, 2025

Homes in the News Wilson, Wyoming | Jackson Hole Sotheby’s International Realty Hot property: five ranches in the US – Financial Times From the Hamptons to Hawaii, homes for those with agricultural or equestrian aspirations. Gill Huff Ranch in Wilson, Wyoming, is a newly renovated property featuring original log cabins on 199 acres ideal for trail riding. The estate includes a three-bedroom main house, a two-bedroom guest house, and a spa cabin, all accessible via a private road. Continue reading Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Fourth Week in March, 2025 at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Inside Hong Kong’s Unique Design Scene

In a city of exciting contrasts, designers get creative with craft and culture, merging styles and solutions, writes Angela Hui Organic materials and lines at M.R. Studio’s 1111 Ones Restaurant & Lounge. Photograph: Steven Ko Every March, the global art fair Art Basel takes over Hong Kong, bringing together collectors, travelers, designers and artists from around the world—and highlighting the city’s unique creative identity. Hong Kong is one of the world’s best examples of the confluence between east and west: where old meets new, temples stand alongside skyscrapers and tong lau walk-up tenement buildings live next to shiny penthouses. Continue reading Inside Hong Kong’s Unique Design Scene at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Inside a Historic Pacific Heights Manor

Immortalized in print as “the most iconic mansion in San Francisco,” this regal late-19th-century residence features Georgian glamour, contemporary luxuries, and a wealth of spaces ideal for fabulous fêtes or quiet private moments. In the late 19th century—a time when women could not own property in San Francisco—Philadelphia art collector Sarah Spooner migrated to the West Coast city undaunted, drawn by its numerous charms. She chose a site then outside the city limits, at the top of a level hill in what today is prestigious Pacific Heights and where the sweeping vista was truly breathtaking. Continue reading Inside a Historic Pacific Heights Manor at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

How Architect Suchi Reddy Creates Happy Homes

Her designs are based on feelings and science, with a mission to foster well-being, says Elizabeth Fazzare Modernist lines and textured furnishings in a Greenwich Village home in New York. Photograph: William Jess Laird Suchi Reddy is a multi-hyphenate in every sense. In the past year, the architect, designer, artist and founder of New York-based studio Reddymade launched her first furniture collection, in collaboration with luxury Indian textile atelier Ekaya Banaras; curated an exhibition celebrating Indian craft at New York gallery Salon Design; created an installation for the world’s largest color library; taught architecture students at Columbia University and still found time to design a variety of residences, boutiques and public projects. Continue reading How Architect Suchi Reddy Creates Happy Homes at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Luxury Real Estate Headlines, Third Week in March, 2025

Homes in the News Napa, California | Sotheby’s International Realty – St. Helena Brokerage House of the Week: A Rammed Earth Home in California Wine Country – The Wall Street Journal This Napa Valley home is built using sustainable rammed earth construction. A stunning rammed earth home in Napa Valley, California is now on the market. This eco-friendly property blends seamlessly with its wine country surroundings, offering a unique combination of sustainability and luxury. Continue reading Luxury Real Estate Headlines, Third Week in March, 2025 at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

What Is A Perfect Home For An Aries?

Our monthly series asks: What decor best suits each zodiac sign? Fun-loving Aries needs the room to dream big—and go bold, writes Jill Krasny Milan, Italy | Italy Sotheby’s International Realty Ever wonder why you gravitate to certain types of homes more than others? Your zodiac sign may have something to do with it. Whereas the intuitive Pisces craves an artsy home with a wide-open floor plan, visionary Aquarius prizes light-filled homes that maximize indoor/outdoor living. Continue reading What Is A Perfect Home For An Aries? at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Sotheby’s International Realty Expands into the Philippines

Sotheby’s International Realty today announced the opening of Philippines Sotheby’s International Realty, marking its 18th office in Asia. The company is headquartered in the financial and commercial hub of Makati. Leading Philippines Sotheby’s International Realty is Catherine Ocariz-Florencio, a seasoned real estate professional with over 15 years of industry experience. As the 2019 president of the Philippine Association of Real Estate Boards (PAREB) – City of Taguig Real Estate Board (CTREB), Ocariz-Florencio has played a pivotal role in facilitating international investments in the country’s prime real estate markets. Continue reading Sotheby’s International Realty Expands into the Philippines at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Inside Connecticut’s Hay Island

With its main residence, guesthouse, outdoor living spaces, infinity-edge pool, two beaches and a dock, private Hay Island near Darien meets all the requirements for a consummate sanctuary. When pondering the notion of a coastal New England estate, several aspects come immediately to mind: timeless architecture—ideally Colonial or Shingle in style or inspiration—plentiful postcard-worthy views, interiors combining charm and a dedication to a classic aesthetic, terraces and balconies, a swimming pool, and perhaps a sandy beach with a dock lapped by waves—all surrounded by expanses of verdant lawn and towering trees that have endured for decades or longer. Continue reading Inside Connecticut’s Hay Island at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Collecting Focus: Sports Memorabilia

From a court-worn NBA jersey to signed soccer boots, the market for big-event mementoes is reaching new heights, says Jake Uitti Michael Jordan 1998 NBA Playoffs ‘The Last Dance’ Game Worn Jersey (detail) | Eastern Conference Semifinals Game 2. © Photo courtesy of Sotheby’s Sporting artifacts are a booming market. It’s no surprise that collectors and enthusiasts will pay a significant amount for a part of the big moments on the court or playing field: they are buying a piece of personal and collective history, putting the ‘memories’ in memorabilia. Continue reading Collecting Focus: Sports Memorabilia at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Luxury Real Estate Headlines, Second Week in March, 2025

Luxury Homes London, England | United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty An Award-Winning Modernist Home Lists in London for $11.6 Million – Robb Report The Little Venice townhouse’s style influences include Frank Sinatra and French architect Charlotte Perriand. An award-winning modernist townhouse in London’s Little Venice, designed by Wells Mackereth, is now listed for $11.6 million. The property features a retractable skylight, a sunken kitchen, and a subterranean library, blending contemporary design with luxurious living. Continue reading Luxury Real Estate Headlines, Second Week in March, 2025 at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Designing a Climate-Resilient Home

Today’s luxury properties can have low environmental impact without sacrificing elevated aesthetics, says Elizabeth Fazzare Lisbon, Portugal | Portugal Sotheby’s International Realty To weather the future’s proverbial storm, it’s clear that construction requires a pivot to climate-resilient design: in short, architecture and landscaping that anticipate the effects of climate change and natural disasters, and are thereby best placed to recover from them. In the luxury market, innovative architects, designers, developers and homeowners have already begun to implement this. Continue reading Designing a Climate-Resilient Home at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Inside a Midcentury Contemporary Oasis in Los Angeles

Woven into the colorful tapestry of L.A.’s history, this striking, light-flooded contemporary home in Silver Lake is a versatile oasis of creativity and seclusion designed by one of the city’s significant architects. Secluded on a spacious corner lot in the storied Silver Lake neighborhood of Los Angeles, this striking contemporary residence designed by architect Hai C. Tan is woven into the tapestry of the city’s history. Tan established his reputation and eponymous firm in the early 1960s, and he has long been recognized for his design of Mandarin Plaza, the thriving Chinatown commercial hub that opened in 1972. Continue reading Inside a Midcentury Contemporary Oasis in Los Angeles at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

The Growing Draw Of Midwestern Cities

Demand for Rust Belt real estate is booming as people look for affordable luxury alongside a stable pace of life and work St Louis, Missouri, one of several Midwestern cities experiencing a housing boom. Photograph: Brittney Butler/Unsplash. The Midwest has seen major booms in its housing markets for several years now. Midwestern cities have consistently ranked among the best places to live in the U.S. and places such as Cincinnati, Ohio; Milwaukee, Wisconsin; and St. Continue reading The Growing Draw Of Midwestern Cities at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Luxury Real Estate Headlines: First Week in March, 2025

Wilson, Wyoming | Jackson Hole Sotheby’s International Realty The picturesque Wyoming spread includes a main residence, two cabins, and several live water features. A Secluded 200-Acre Ranch Just Outside of Jackson Hole Can Be Yours for $23 Million – Robb Report This is the Most Expensive Home in Texas – New York Post Bing Crosby’s California Home for Sale at $40 Million – Fox Business Go on Permanent Holiday in This Vibrant Marrakech Riad – The Spaces $850,000 Homes in Florida, Rhode Island, and New Mexico – The New York Times $90 Million Villa Sale Sets a Record on Dubai’s Jumeirah Bay Island – Mansion Global Receiving a Home as a Gift from Your Parents Isn’t as Simple as It May Seem – Mansion Global Hot property: five homes in Rome – Financial Times Late Baseball Broadcaster Vin Scully’s Former California Home Lists for $7.5 Million – Mansion Global A Grammy-Winning Music Producer Has His L.A. Continue reading Luxury Real Estate Headlines: First Week in March, 2025 at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Celebrating the Towering Talents of Women Architects

In a world of high-rise living, women architects have pioneered a bold new era of vertical design and luxury   Chicago, Illinois | Jameson Sotheby’s International Realty Owning a home in a landmark high-rise is about more than the address, the views or the amenities—it’s an opportunity to inhabit an architectural vision. The most sought-after addresses are in towers shaped by unbridled creativity and innovation, where form, materiality, and spatial experience come together to redefine the modern urban lifestyle.  Continue reading Celebrating the Towering Talents of Women Architects at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Inside a Beverly Hills Landmark

Designed in 1926 by architect Roy Seldon Price, the Chimorro House is a chic residence replete with Spanish Revival aesthetic elements enveloped by terra-cotta-tiled patios, tranquil courtyards, lush lawn, flourishing gardens, and a glamorous swimming pool. American architect Roy Seldon Price’s name and oeuvre are intricately woven into the historic fabric of Beverly Hills. Price established a reputation for refined Spanish Revival designs—including several city landmarks, icon Charlie Chaplin’s studio offices, and private residences for Hollywood luminaries, among them Chaplin’s first wife and director Thomas Ince. Continue reading Inside a Beverly Hills Landmark at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Fourth Week in February 2025

Hillsborough, California | Golden Gate Sotheby’s International Realty The ornate circa-1920s home spans roughly 14,000 square feet and features frescoes, fireplaces and hand-carved woodwork. Bing Crosby’s French Chateau-Style California Mansion Lists for $40 Million – The Wall Street Journal Cairo cool: the renaissance of Downtown – Financial Times A Jackson Hole New Build with Panoramic Views of the Tetons – Mansion Global The Glass House in East Hampton, Engineered by Jeffrey Smilow, Is Up for Sale – Cottages & Gardens Become the Artist in Residence at This New Mexico Farm – Cowboys & Indians Listing Offers Most Acreage With a Home in Jupiter, Palm Beach County – Behind the Hedges Hot Property: Space to Chill in North Falmouth – Boston Herald $4.5M Homes in California – The New York Times $2M Homes in Oregon, Massachusetts and New York – The New York Times Sotheby’s growth in 2024 signals the luxury housing market boom – HousingWire Boathouse Boltholes – FlippingBook Dar El Bacha Riad Renovation in Marrakech, Morocco – Dwell Frank Lloyd Wright House in Oklahoma Back Up for Sale Asking $3.5 Million – Mansion Global What’s Next for the White Lotus Effect: A Property Boom in Thailand – Forbes 6 Breathtaking 1980s Homes – The Week 6 Lovely Homes for the Literary-Minded – The Week Dallas Estate: Most Expensive Gatsby Price Increase – Realtor.com Continue reading Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Fourth Week in February 2025 at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

How To Design the Perfect Home Cinema

Oscars season is the cue to upgrade your viewing experience with a bespoke movie theater, writes Claudia Baillie  Evergreen, Colorado | LIV Sotheby’s International Realty With the 97th Academy Awards just days away, it’s an exciting time for movie lovers around the globe. Celebrating cinematic excellence and honoring the best of the best in the film industry, the Oscars are a must-watch spectacle, full of glamor, suspense and iconic moments. They also bring the magic of a home cinema into a focus as sharp as that of any Hollywood blockbuster. Continue reading How To Design the Perfect Home Cinema at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

What Is a Perfect Home for a Pisces?

Our monthly series asks: What decor best suits each zodiac sign? Intuitive Pisces needs a home that flows—and lets in the light, writes Jill Krasny Brittany, France | Bretagne Sud Sotheby’s International Realty Every sign of the zodiac has its own character, which can influence the type of home they gravitate toward. Hardworking Capricorns prize a well-crafted home with smart details, while free-spirited Sagittarians thrive in wide-open spaces that feel unique. Pisces are known for being in tune with their surroundings, so as their zodiac season (February 18-March 20) gets underway, it’s time to ask: how do you design the perfect home for a Pisces?  Continue reading What Is a Perfect Home for a Pisces? at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Inside a Sophisticated Greenwich Village Townhome

This chic renovated townhouse combines quintessential mid-19th-century Anglo-Italianate architecture with a full complement of contemporary finishes, fixtures, and flourishes—as well as an idyllic garden and a rooftop terrace. Tucked between Broadway and the Hudson River, Greenwich Village has long lured artists, writers, intellectuals, and free thinkers of all sorts with its enchanting tree-lined streets; diverting shops, restaurants, and coffee houses; landmarks such as the Washington Arch; and New York University. In this lively, legendary setting, amid a continuous row of stone-clad townhouses that date to the middle of the 19th century, this handsome 7,373-square-foot six-level residence is a distinguished paradigm of Anglo-Italianate architecture. Continue reading Inside a Sophisticated Greenwich Village Townhome at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Spotlight on Sintra: The Portuguese Paradise

Find your own slice of heaven in this long-established hideaway for the rich and famous, writes Ellie Howard UNESCO world heritage meets lush greenery at Sintra’s Quinta da Regaleira. Photograph: Fundação Cultursintra FP Although he only stayed for three days, Lord Byron was so taken by the “glorious Eden” of Sintra, Portugal, that he wrote his poem “Childe Harold’s Pilgrimage” at the town’s Lawrence Hotel. Since his 1809 visit, much of the surrounding landscape—the bouldered rump of the Serra de Sintra mountain range, quaint villages shaded by eucalyptus and pine forests at its foothills, leading towards coastal cliffs dropping sharply into the Atlantic—appears unchanged, except for the steady influx of visitors. Continue reading Spotlight on Sintra: The Portuguese Paradise at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Significant Sales: January 2025 Highlights

From a €$21M sale in Saint-Tropez, France, to a US$17.225M sale in Cambria, California, here are five sales represented by the Sotheby’s International Realty global network in January. Spring Lake, New Jersey Elizabeth Hewson Judge, Michael Skea | Ward Wight International Realty, US$25M View properties in Spring Lake New Jersey Saint-Tropez, France Frédéric Barth |Côte d’Azur Sotheby’s International Realty,€21M View properties in Saint-Tropez, France Cambria, California Neyshia Go | Sotheby’s International Realty – Beverly Hills Brokerage David Crabtree | Home & Ranch Sotheby’s International Realty, US$17.225M View properties in Cambria, California Palm Beach, Florida John Cregan, Lisa Cregan | Sotheby’s International Realty – Palm Beach Brokerage, US$15.9M View properties in Palm Beach, Florida Watch Hill, Rhode Island Ray Mott, Donna Simmons | Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty, US$11.75M View properties in Rhode Island Discover previous editions of Significant Sales on the blog Continue reading Significant Sales: January 2025 Highlights at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Luxury Real Estate Headlines, Third Week in February, 2025

Beverly Hills, California | Sotheby’s International Realty – Beverly Hills Brokerage The Spanish Revival-style home may have served as a speakeasy during Prohibition. Rumor Has It This $21.995M Beverly Hills Mansion Was a Prohibition-Era Speakeasy – The Wall Street Journal Miami’s Merrick Park District Sees Fresh New Development – New York Post Hayden Panettiere’s Childhood Home for Sale – USA Today Spa Homes with Fabulous Bathrooms – The Week Private Plane Access is a Perk That’s Taking Off in These U.S. Continue reading Luxury Real Estate Headlines, Third Week in February, 2025 at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Inside an Elegant European-Inspired Estate in Beverly Hills

Constructed in the 1980s, this Beverly Hills manor has been rejuvenated by celebrated designer Michael S. Smith to blend refined European style with luxurious American modernism Stately magnolias, august privacy hedges, manicured greenery, and an ornate iron gate create an appropriately distinguished milieu for this elegant traditional-style home in the heart of Beverly Hills, long renowned as one of the world’s most exclusive, sophisticated locales. Originally constructed in the 1980s, the 7,448-square-foot manor has since been painstakingly reimagined and rejuvenated by award-winning designer and author Michael S. Continue reading Inside an Elegant European-Inspired Estate in Beverly Hills at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Collecting Focus: Classic Cars

At ModaMiami, RM Sotheby’s will showcase an eclectic mix of motoring masterpieces and the shared experience that fuels car collectors worldwide, writes Thor Svaboe ModaMiami returns to the Biltmore Hotel, Coral Gables, Miami. Photograph: RM Sotheby’s While motoring is on the road to a more sustainable future, nothing can detract from the petrol-infused joy of a classic car. The rise of digital platforms has democratised access to rare and collectible automobiles, expanding the buyer base globally: enthusiasts can now connect, trade and share knowledge more easily, fostering a more inclusive community.  Continue reading Collecting Focus: Classic Cars at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Sotheby’s International Realty Expands in Tennessee

Sotheby’s International Realty has announced that Realty Center of Chattanooga in Tennessee has joined the network and its two offices will now operate as Horizon Sotheby’s International Realty. This addition signifies the brand’s continued growth in Tennessee with six offices in the state. Horizon Sotheby’s International Realty, headquartered in Chattanooga, will serve communities spanning from Athens, Tennessee, to Dalton, Georgia, and across the Blue Ridge Mountains regions, including Monteagle Mountain, Ocoee, and Tellico. Continue reading Sotheby’s International Realty Expands in Tennessee at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Second Week in February, 2025

New York, New York | Sotheby’s International Realty – Downtown Manhattan Brokerage Built in 1860, the six-story residence has undergone renovations by Studio SC to feature a host of luxe amenities. This $35M Townhouse in N.Y.C.’s Greenwich Village Has a Private Rooftop Terrace – Robb Report 22-Acre Estate, One of the Largest in Palm Beach County, Lists for Sale – Mansion Global A Revamped, Shingle-Style Sagaponack Home Dating Back to 1775 Looks for $12M – Cottages & Gardens Netflix’s Hit Rom-Com Series ‘Nobody Wants This’ Filmed at This Newly-Listed L.A. Continue reading Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Second Week in February, 2025 at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Inside Venice’s Magical Palaces

Venice’s historic palazzi, with their grand facades and opulent interiors, are being reimagined for modern living, writes Mandi Keighran. Venice, Italy | Venice Sotheby’s International Realty Each year, as masked revelers fill the “calli” (streets) of Venice for the famed Carnevale, the city’s “palazzi’ (palaces) take center stage, their gilded halls and towering windows glowing with centuries-old splendor. These historic residences, once home to Venetian aristocrats, continue to enchant a new generation of discerning buyers who seek not only grandeur but also an evocative blend of past and present. Continue reading Inside Venice’s Magical Palaces at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Inside a Picturesque Sagaponack Sanctuary

Tucked amid farmland greenery in the sought-after Hamptons village of Sagaponack, this fresidence exemplifies New England charm while easily accommodating a modern lifestyle. Among the delightful villages and towns strewn along on Long Island, Sagaponack is an esteemed burg whose history stretches back to the 17th century, when it was established as an area of charming homes and essential potato farms. A short distance from an idyllic Atlantic Ocean beach, this enchanting one-acre property itself dates to the village’s first century and the very early days of the burgeoning United States. Continue reading Inside a Picturesque Sagaponack Sanctuary at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

From Fendi to Bulgari: Living in a Luxury Branded Home

The biggest names in luxury are expanding into residential developments. What’s on offer is a curated, wraparound lifestyle Fendi Private Residences, Crans, Switzerland |  Steiger & Cie Sotheby’s International Realty Today’s branded residences are havens that entice both brand loyalists and clients seeking a like-minded community. A branded residential property has subtle details that impart authenticity to every facet of living there. It might be in the stitching on a leather couch that echoes the craftsmanship found in a prized sports car, or bathroom fixtures that resemble a favorite handbag from an Italian boutique. Continue reading From Fendi to Bulgari: Living in a Luxury Branded Home at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Luxury Real Estate Headlines: First Week in February 2025

Lafayette, California | Golden Gate Sotheby’s International Realty Custom built for a corporate CEO, the manicured property in Lafayette has a putting green and a golf simulator. This $25 Million Bay Area Estate Sprawls Over 10 Secluded Acres Outside of San Francisco – Robb Report Historic 1780 Stone-Clad Farmhouse on 10 Acres Pending Sale in Doylestown, Pennsylvania – Pricey Pads Chill Out in a Chic Chalet on the Market for $18 Million in Utah – Cowboys & Indians Hidden Valley Ranch in Texas – Robb Report $4.5 Million Architect Linda MacArthur-Designed Modern Brick Home in Marietta, Georgia – Pricey Pads The European Homesteads Offering a Rustic Escape with a Luxury Twist – The Financial Times 850-Acre Historic Waterfront Estate on the Chesapeake Bay Asks $14.8M – Pricey Pads $900,000 Homes in Connecticut, Washington, and Texas – The New York Times 250-Year-Old Virginia Mansion Sells for $20 Million – Mansion Global Arnold Palmer Home for Sale – Golfweek A Nearly $12 Million Wood Cabin Hits the Market in Teton Village, Wyoming – Mansion Global The Most Expensive Homes for Sale on the Planet – Love Property Lavish Homes for Wine Lovers – The Week Arnold Palmer’s California Estate for $5 Million – Galerie Luxury Outlook 2025: The White Lotus Effect is Real – Forbes Creedence Clearwater Revival’s Stu Cook Selling Modernist Sarasota, Florida Home – Mansion Global Stu Cook of Creedence Clearwater Revival Selling Sarasota, Florida Home – Robb Report M. Continue reading Luxury Real Estate Headlines: First Week in February 2025 at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Designing Games Rooms for a New Era

A recent resurgence in everything from backgammon to chess is making its mark in home interiors, writes Kate Youde A games room designed by Katherine Pooley at Château de la Croix des Gardes in Cannes. Photograph: Nico Wills Whether it is chess or cards, Monopoly or mahjong, chances are you have a favorite game. And maybe even a dedicated place within your home to play it. Interior designers have noticed an uptick in requests from clients for games rooms in recent years. Continue reading Designing Games Rooms for a New Era at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Inside Greenwich’s Stonehaven

Stonehaven is nestled amid 18.43 acres of greenery and woodland in the coveted, celebrated Conyers Farm community. Dating to the early years of the 20th century, Greenwich’s 1,480-acre Conyers Farm is an essential element of what is now known as one of the most exclusive, esteemed communities in the U.S. After some 20 farms were consolidated in 1904, it became a flourishing farm with a thriving apple orchard, a lake, multiple greenhouses, and land and barns where cows, pigs and poultry were raised and eggs, butter, and milk were produced. Continue reading Inside Greenwich’s Stonehaven at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Final Week in January, 2025

Carefree, Arizona | Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty The solar-powered Carefree estate provides epic Black Mountain views via an open-air layout. An Eco-Friendly Arizona Home Set on 22 Desert Acres Hits the Market for $15 Million – Robb Report New Yorkers Have Gotten Philly Fever: Here’s Where They Should Look to Buy a Home – Mansion Global Five Old Towns That Bridge Modern Living with the Past – Mansion Global $800,000 Homes in Los Angeles, Long Beach, and San Leandro – The New York Times Old Montreal is Like Living in a Slice of Historic Europe – Mansion Global Live Large in This Log Castle – Cowboys & Indians Orange County’s Top 5 Most Expensive Home Sales of 2024 – OC Register Homes in New York’s Hudson Valley – The Week $240,000 Homes in Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, and Maryland – The New York Times Historic South Carolina Home Rebuilt After the Civil War Listed for $4.9 Million – Mansion Global Maine Home Sells for $12M After 90 Minutes on the Market – New York Post Experts: 2025 Design Industry Outlook Optimistic with Caveats – Architectural Digest How Artificial Intelligence is Changing Real Estate: Matching Buyers with Homes – PrimeResi Americans Dreaming of an Ibizan Beach Home Should Get in Before the Party’s Over – Mansion Global Continue reading Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Final Week in January, 2025 at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Spotlight on Morocco: The Creative Desert Oasis

The rich heritage and natural splendor of the Northern African country have long captivated artists from around the world, writes Mandi Keighran Marrakech, Morocco | Morocco Sotheby’s International Realty Morocco is a land of breathtaking landscapes, vibrant colors and timeless architectural splendor that has inspired creatives throughout history, from fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent and painter Jackson Pollock, to pioneering Moroccan modernist artist Malika Agueznay. Today, the country’s heritage of craftsmanship and spectacular landscapes is attracting a new generation of artists—showcased annually at the 1-54 Art Fair in Marrakech, where leading Moroccan and international artists, designers and galleries converge to celebrate the nation’s creative pulse. Continue reading Spotlight on Morocco: The Creative Desert Oasis at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Inside a Palatial Park Avenue Penthouse

High above one of the most prestigious addresses in Manhattan, this triplex penthouse virtually brims with elegant classicism and contemporary comfort and convenience. Long recognized as one of the most prestigious addresses in Manhattan, Park Avenue has symbolized luxury and refinement for at least a century. During the 1920s, construction of residences along the avenue from Grand Central Station to 96th Street began, and today this span of the city is home to some of the world’s most precious real estate. Continue reading Inside a Palatial Park Avenue Penthouse at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Where the World’s Wealthiest Want to Live in 2025

These countries are seeing major shifts in luxury property as millionaires and billionaires choose to relocate The Armani Beach Residences at the Palm Jumeirah, Dubai. Credit: Dubai Sotheby’s International Realty Millionaires are on the move. The great wealth migration, which paused briefly during the pandemic, hit record levels in 2024 as an estimated 128,000 high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) migrated to new countries, according to the 2024 Henley Private Wealth Migration Report.  This trend was further backed up by banking giant UBS, which found in its December 2024 Billionaire Ambitions Report that the world’s ultra-wealthy have relocated more frequently since 2020. Continue reading Where the World’s Wealthiest Want to Live in 2025 at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Fourth Week in January 2025

Beaver Creek, Colorado | LIV Sotheby’s International Realty The property is the largest single-family home in the ski resort area of Vail and Beaver Creek, with 20,200 square feet of space, nine bedrooms and 13 bathrooms. Modern Mansion in Beaver Creek Hits the Market for $25 Million – Bloomberg Hayden Panettiere’s Childhood Home in Snedens Landing, New York – Robb Report St. Continue reading Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Fourth Week in January 2025 at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

The Rise of Home Libraries in a Screen-Saturated Era

Having a space for books is the ultimate stamp of personality that enriches your living environment, writes Riya Patel A relaxing library retreat in a London home designed by Pirajean Lees. Photo: Michael Sinclair No matter how many bookshelves a home may have, there’s something special about a dedicated library. Who hasn’t dreamt of curating their own shelves, dusting off old favorites and getting lost for countless hours between the pages? Continue reading The Rise of Home Libraries in a Screen-Saturated Era at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Introducing the 2025 Luxury Outlook Report

Today, Sotheby’s International Realty released its 2025 Luxury Outlook℠ report, which delves into emerging trends and key developments set to shape the global luxury real estate landscape in the coming year. The report highlights significant factors including how a US$84 trillion intergenerational wealth transfer may affect the real estate market, where 135,000 high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) are projected to relocate, and the profound impact of “Best Places to Live” rankings on a city’s property values and inventory levels. Continue reading Introducing the 2025 Luxury Outlook Report at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Inside a Chic Mediterranean-Inspired Oasis in Palm Beach

Minutes from the beach and the Intracoastal Waterway, this meticulously renovated midcentury villa honors its history and locale while offering a novel, chic approach to the elegance and luxury of Palm Beach. Taking inspiration from Mediterranean and Spanish-influenced California architecture while holding true to the inspiration and singular style of Palm Beach, this enchanting midcentury home — meticulously maintained and renovated—exemplifies a novel approach to the elegance and luxury for which its environs are known the world over. Continue reading Inside a Chic Mediterranean-Inspired Oasis in Palm Beach at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Collecting Focus: Americana

U.S. folk art and furniture bring history, craft and comfort to the home interior. A Sotheby’s auction highlights rare finds, writes Melissa Feldman Celebrated designer Ken Fulk guest-curates the pre-sale installation of “Visions of America” at Sotheby’s New York. Photo: Pascal Perich, courtesy of Sotheby’s After introducing the inaugural “Visions of America” sale and event series in 2024, dedicated to American artistry and craftsmanship, Sotheby’s returns for the second edition this January. Continue reading Collecting Focus: Americana at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Third Week in January, 2025

Carmel Valley, California | Sotheby’s International Realty – Carmel Valley Brokerage Listed for the first time, the 1971 gem has a monolithic fireplace, stained glass windows, and a steeply pitched roofline. Dramatic Angles Define This $5M Marcel Sedletzky Home Near Carmel – Dwell The Lead With Jake Tapper – Robin Walpert – Navigating Housing Crisis Amid Wildfire Disaster – CNN San Francisco’s Millennium Tower Tallies Biggest Downtown Condo Resale in Years – San Francisco Business Times Bob Dylan, in vendita la casa a New York dove ha vissuto il grande artista – Vanity Fair Hot Property: Duxbury Beauty on the Water – Boston Herald Modern Home on Historic Texas Ranch Hits Market for $3.3 Million – Houston Culture Map Homes for Sale in Manhattan and Brooklyn – The New York Times Continue reading Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Third Week in January, 2025 at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

What Is a Perfect Home for an Aquarius?

Our monthly series asks: What decor best suits each zodiac sign? Visionary Aquarians need a room with a view—and a dose of eclecticism, writes Jill Krasny Elounda, Crete | Greece Sotheby’s International Realty Every sign of the zodiac is said to have its own character. So what kind of homes match up with people based on astrology? Wise Capricorn’s eye for detail serves them well when house hunting, and Sagittarians prize spaces that feel expansive and unique. Continue reading What Is a Perfect Home for an Aquarius? at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Inside an Inviting Light-Filled Houston Estate

Spanning more than 16,000 square feet of refined space, this magnificent Memorial-area manor accommodates relaxed day-to-day moments and festive fêtes with equal ease. For Houstonians and those familiar with this cosmopolitan city—America’s fourth-largest metropolis—the mere mention of the Memorial neighborhood brings to mind quiet lanes lined with leafy trees, spacious estates with manicured lawns, and some of the city’s most coveted homes. On one of the area’s most esteemed streets, this unique home—designed by award-winning Murphy Mears Architects and constructed in 2004—lives up to its community’s prestigious reputation, offering some 16,000 square feet of refined space designed for living and entertaining that befits the thriving, flourishing, fast-growing international milieu of Houston. Continue reading Inside an Inviting Light-Filled Houston Estate at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Los Angeles Fire Resources

We are deeply saddened by the devastation caused by the recent fires in Los Angeles. As professionals dedicated to housing, we understand that a home is far more than four walls; it is a sanctuary, a place of comfort, and a foundation for building memories. Our hearts go out to all those affected, and we are committed to supporting you during this challenging time. Below is a list of resources to help you navigate through this difficult period and begin the journey of rebuilding your lives.  Continue reading Los Angeles Fire Resources at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Inside the Rise of Toronto’s Harbourfront

From industrial port to livable cultural center, the Canadian city’s lakeside neighborhood has seen a stunning transformation—and the changes keep coming The Harbourfront in Toronto. Photo: Scott Webb via Unsplash A hundred years ago, Toronto’s Harbourfront was a bustling and dirty port full of noise and industrial activity. Ships hauling cargo frequented a landscape of huge wooden wharves and smokestack chimneys overlooking Lake Ontario. Although Toronto surpassed Montreal as Canada’s leading city in the 1970s, its industrial decline meant this waterfront district needed new purpose, starting an ambitious process of transformation into an area for recreation and culture. Continue reading Inside the Rise of Toronto’s Harbourfront at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Chalet Chic: Dream Homes for Ski Getaways

The perfect winter escape blends spectacular nature with luxurious comfort, writes Jessica Klingelfuss Mountain Village, Colorado | LIV Sotheby’s International Realty There’s an otherworldly magic in the grandeur of the mountains as they greet you each morning, with the first rays of sunlight casting a golden glow over snow-dusted peaks. After a day spent carving through fresh powder, cheeks still flushed from the cold, there’s nothing quite like sinking into a plush sofa under a blanket, a hot drink in hand and the warm, woody scent of a crackling log fire in the air. Continue reading Chalet Chic: Dream Homes for Ski Getaways at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Inside a Serene Wine Country Retreat

This tranquil residence set amid the rocky contours in the hills above the Napa Valley is a chic, serene retreat focused on its enviable setting and a life lived indoors and out. High in the eastern hills above the Napa Valley, a dramatic band of igneous rock—known locally as the Palisades—forms a wall along the crests above the town of Calistoga. This subtly sophisticated hideaway—designed by Bay Area architect Michael Baushke and built by the renowned David Easton—harmonizes with its setting in remarkable ways, and this peaceful rapport is very much deliberate. Continue reading Inside a Serene Wine Country Retreat at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Significant Sales: 2024 Highlights

From a US$74.25M sale in Palm Beach Florida, to a £15.5M sale in London, England, here are ten of the top sales represented by the Sotheby’s International Realty global network in 2023. Palm Beach, Florida Todd Peter, Frances Peter | Sotheby’s International Realty – Palm Beach Brokerage, US$74.25M View Properties in Palm Beach, Florida Dubai, United Arab Emirates Erick Knaider| Dubai Sotheby’s International Realty, AED240.5M View properties in Dubai, United Arab Emirates Tokyo, Japan Kantaro Aoki, Jinyu Cui | List Sotheby’s International Realty, Japan, JPY6.685B View properties in Tokyo, Japan Vaucluse, Australia Michael Pallier | Sydney Sotheby’s International Realty, AUD$30.388M View properties in Vaucluse, Australia Bedford, New York Krissy Blake | Sotheby’s International Realty – Greenwich Brokerage, US$30.675M View properties in Bedford, New York Palisades, New York Richard Ellis | Ellis Sotheby’s International Realty, US$26.125M View properties in Palisades, New York Kailua, Hawaii Scott Carvill | Carville Sotheby’s International Realty, US$26M View properties in Kailua, Hawaii Sagaponack, New York Raquel Lopez | Sotheby’s International Realty – Bridgehampton Brokerage Deborah Pirro, Diane Anderson | Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty US$24.925M View properties in Sagaponack, New York Old Fort Bay, The Bahamas Mark Hussey | Bahamas Sotheby’s International Realty, US$24M View properties in Old Fort Bay, The Bahamas London, England Guy Bradshaw | United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty, £15.5M View properties in London, England Discover previous editions of Significant Sales on the blog Continue reading Significant Sales: 2024 Highlights at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Luxury Real Estate Headlines: First Week in January, 2025

Beverly Hills, California | Sotheby’s International Realty – Beverly Hills Brokerage Brian Goldner’s traditional-style residence in the Flats neighborhood features elegant interiors crafted by noted White House designer Michael S. Smith. The Beverly Hills Home of the Late CEO of Hasbro Lists for $27 Million – Robb Report One of Houston’s Most Expensive Homes Lists for the First Time for $20 Million – Mansion Global After 15 Years, Massive California Estate With a Vineyard and Helipad Finds a Buyer – Mansion Global Tour a $15.5M Sonoma Stunner That Channels Pantone’s 2025 Color of the Year – Cottages & Gardens Rustic New England Flair and Hamptons Luxury Meld at This $8M Barn Home in Water Mill – Cottages & Gardens Charles M. Continue reading Luxury Real Estate Headlines: First Week in January, 2025 at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Where To Be In 2025

From Thailand to Portugal, these are the locations to head to this new year, writes Francesca Perry Sintra, Portugal | Portugal Sotheby’s International Realty One of the best things about starting a new year is making plans. Not the resolutions to change bad habits, no—but the plans for holidays, travel, cultural events, new experiences and what to look forward to. 2025 has some special things in store, and whether it’s a new museum opening or a TV show setting come to life, these are places to be this year. Continue reading Where To Be In 2025 at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Significant Sales: November 2024 Highlights

From a US$15.85M sale in Elk, North Carolina, to a US$26.125M sale in Palisades, New York, here are five sales represented by the Sotheby’s International Realty® global network in November. Palisades, New York Richard Ellis | Ellis Sotheby’s International Realty, US$26.125M View properties in Palisades, New York Beverly Hills, California Lori Berris| Sotheby’s International Realty – Beverly Hills Brokerage, US$18.995M View properties in Beverly Hills, California Elk, North Carolina Marilyn Wright, Rob Garrett | Premier Sotheby’s International Realty, US$15.85M View properties in Elk, North Carolina Boca Grande, Florida Angela Steffan, Zeke Sieglaff | Gulf to Bay Sotheby’s International Realty, US$13.5M View properties in Boca Grande, Florida Milan, Italy Barbara Legnani | Italy Sotheby’s International Realty, €12M View properties in Milan, Italy Discover previous editions of Significant Sales on the blog Continue reading Significant Sales: November 2024 Highlights at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

The Most Viral Headlines of 2024

Ranging from historic Gilded Age mansions to lavish modern estates, here are the top headlines of 2024. The Family Home of the Real-Life Mona Lisa Is on the Market for $19M – Dwell Built in 1300, the historic estate near Florence once belonged to Francesco del Giocondo, husband of the famed noblewoman depicted in Leonardo da Vinci’s masterpiece. Florence, Italy | Italy Shore Sotheby’s International Realty Emma Stone’s Los Angeles Home Finds a Buyer in Less Than Two Weeks – Mansion Global The actress, who received an Oscar nod for her role in ‘Poor Things,’ listed the Los Angeles home for $3.995 million. Continue reading The Most Viral Headlines of 2024 at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

The Timeless Appeal of Japanese Minimalism

Calm, uncluttered homes that nourish the mind, body and soul provide a zen-like refuge from a constantly busy world, writes Riya Patel Nicasio, California | Golden Gate Sotheby’s International Realty The type of minimalist living and design associated with Japan, thought to be influenced by Zen Buddhism, is one that the world keeps returning to with fascination. In the early 2000s, the influential work of Japanese product and furniture designer Naoto Fukasawa—celebrated this December at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, and perhaps best known for his work designing for lifestyle brand Muji—helped ignite an international interest in minimalism, in the belief it could help people live simpler and happier lives at home.  Continue reading The Timeless Appeal of Japanese Minimalism at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Second Week in December, 2024

 New York, New York | Sotheby’s International Realty – East Side Manhattan Brokerage The Midtown property boasts seven wood-burning fireplaces, picturesque French doors, and a quaint bi-level garden. Bob Dylan’s Former Manhattan Townhouse Hits the Market for $7.25 Million – Galerie ‘King of Diamonds’ Harry Winston’s Former Upper East Side Apartment Sells for $24.5M – Mansion Global This $23.3M Contemporary L.A. Continue reading Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Second Week in December, 2024 at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

What Is A Perfect Home for A Capricorn?

Our monthly series asks: What decor best suits each zodiac sign? Hardworking Capricorns need a well-crafted home with smart details, writes Jill Krasny London, England | United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty Scorpios may crave a home that feels like a luxurious private retreat, while free-spirited Sagittarians thrive in open spaces that truly reflect who they are. The wise Capricorn is a different beast altogether, so as its zodiac season gets underway (December 22-January 20), it’s time to ask: how do you design the perfect home for a Capricorn?  Continue reading What Is A Perfect Home for A Capricorn? at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Inside a Manhattan Townhouse with a Longstanding Cultural Legacy

One of 20 residences comprising an enviable enclave with a communal garden, this hideaway—once the home of Mary Tyler Moore, Franco Zeffirelli, and Bob Dylan—combines period detailing with contemporary conveniences. Until the late 1800s, the East River flowed along the coast of Manhattan into a crescent-shaped cove known as Turtle Bay. While the inlet has long since been transformed, the neighborhood that grew up around it retains its name, serving as an enduring reminder of more pastoral days. Continue reading Inside a Manhattan Townhouse with a Longstanding Cultural Legacy at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Meet the Designers Perfecting the Art of Lighting

Three female lighting designers blend artistic inspiration and material exploration to illuminate your home, writes Riya Patel Dubai-based designer Caroline Coirault-Jonqueres crafting her lamp bases When it came to finding exciting lighting for her own home, the only options for Rowena Morgan-Cox were established design icons or trying her luck with vintage finds. The struggle to source something unique led the British creative to set up Palefire Studio: a London atelier making playful lighting in small batches. Continue reading Meet the Designers Perfecting the Art of Lighting at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Second Week in December, 2024

 New York, New York | Sotheby’s International Realty East Side Manhatttan Brokerage This historic brownstone was once owned by the legendary musician, artist, and poet Bob Dylan. You’ll Be in Good Company if You Buy This Midtown Manhattan Townhouse – The Spaces Inside a $4.4M Midcentury Compound in the Mountains Above Malibu – Robb Report Inside A $25M Penthouse In The Sohmer Piano Building, Manhattan – Country & Townhouse This Old Sonoma Schoolhouse Graduated Into a $6.5M Three-Bedroom Home – Dwell A Secluded Mid-Century Home in the Mountains Above Malibu Hits the Market for $2.6 Million – Robb Report Shingled Traditional in Bridgehampton Gets $13.49 Million – 27 East $3 Million Homes in California – The New York Times G-Dragon’s Seoul Building Penthouse Asks $14 Million – Mansion Global American Eagle CEO Wants $33.9M for Florida Penthouse Spanning Over 10,000 Square Feet – Cottages & Gardens Ultimate Festive Party Homes Listed With Sotheby’s International Realty – The Luxury Report A Coastal Masterpiece: John Portman’s Iconic Sea Island Residence Listed for $40 Million – The Life of Luxury Dawn Chorus, Churchill’s Swimming Pool, and a Buy-One-Get-One-Free Deal on a Tropical Island – Country Life 84 Onslow Gardens: South Kensington Modern Apartment With Interiors by Olga Ashby – The London News Bayswater Maisonette With Hyde Park Views Listed With Sotheby’s International Realty – The London News Important Studio House in St John’s Wood Finds a Buyer – PrimeResi Sprawling Six-Bed Spread in Paddington Fetches Over £7.5M – PrimeResi Inviting Homes Near National Parks – The Week Continue reading Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Second Week in December, 2024 at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

The Trends That Will Define 2025

From sustainable architecture to community connections, home trends for 2025 are all about spaces that nurture wellbeing, writes Mandi Keighran Berkeley, California | Golden Gate Sotheby’s International Realty With the new year arriving, interior design and architecture trends look set to emphasize intentional living, driven by an ongoing cultural shift towards wellness, sustainability and meaningful connection with both community and nature. Beyond simply surface-level aesthetics, these trends embrace a more holistic approach. Homes are increasingly designed as sanctuaries that integrate nature, mindfulness and technology in innovative ways, enhancing everyday life. Continue reading The Trends That Will Define 2025 at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

The Benefits of Living in a Creative City

How the nearby presence of cultural institutions can affect luxury real estate markets Dallas, Texas | Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty American urban planner and theorist Kevin Lynch observed in 1960 that the city should be “made by art, shaped for human purposes.” This credo has taken on different forms in the years since, but a perennial truth is that substantial cultural investment is an essential element of urban life around the globe. Continue reading The Benefits of Living in a Creative City at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

All the Homes Featured in Our Art Basel Miami Beach Collectors Lounge

Explore the exceptional properties showcased in our exclusive lounge at Art Basel Miami Beach this weekend. Each one serves as a gateway to an extraordinary way of living – as unique as the art on display at the show San Francisco, California | Sotheby’s International Realty – San Francisco Brokerage Duxbury, Massachusetts | South Shore Sotheby’s International Realty Palm Coast, Florida | ONE Sotheby’s International Realty Bal Barbour, Florida | ONE Sotheby’s International Realty Los Angeles, California | Sotheby’s International Realty – Beverly Hills Brokerage North Palm Beach, Florida | ONE Sotheby’s International Realty New York, New York | Sotheby’s International Realty – East Side Manhattan Brokerage Manalapan, Florida | Equestrian Sotheby’s International Realty Sonoma, California | Sotheby’s International Realty – Wine Country Brokerage Palm Beach, Florida | Sotheby’s International Realty – Palm Beach Brokerage Greenwich, Connecticut | Sotheby’s International Realty – Greenwich Brokerage Golden Beach, Florida | ONE Sotheby’s International Realty Osterville, Massachusetts | Sotheby’s International Realty – Osterville Brokerage Miami Beach, Florida | ONE Sotheby’s International Realty New York, New York | Sotheby’s International Realty – East Side Manhattan Brokerage West Palm Beach, Florida | Sotheby’s International Realty – Palm Beach Brokerage Alexandria, Virginia | TTR Sotheby’s International Realty Sea Island, Georgia | Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty Coral Gables, Florida | ONE Sotheby’s International Realty What makes the perfect home for an art and design collection? Continue reading All the Homes Featured in Our Art Basel Miami Beach Collectors Lounge at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Luxury Real Estate Headlines: First Week in December, 2025

 Kent, Connecticut | William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty Set on 41 private acres, the sculptural home revolves around a massive double-height living room. 1980s Home by Charles Gwathmey in Kent, Connecticut, Hits the Market – Dwell Designer Sara Story Just Sold Her Revamped Gilded Age Beauty on the Hudson River for a Record Price – Cottages & Gardens $825,000 Homes in California – The New York Times Inviting Homes in Montana – The Week Trentman House by Hugh Newell Jacobsen in Georgetown, Washington, DC – Robb Report The Conservatory Shower Is Taking Over Stylish Bathrooms – Architectural Digest Entelechy II by Architect John Portman in the USA – Wallpaper The Best House for Sale in the World Right Now—And We’re Furious That It’s Not in the UK – Country Life Entelechy II by John Portman – Elite Traveler Chateau-Like Houston Mansion Asking $25M Sells – Mansion Global ‘Mean Girls’ Actress Lizzy Caplan Lists Longtime Los Angeles Home for $2.85M – Mansion Global Polychromatic Stained Glass Animates This $5M Contemporary in California’s Carmel Valley – Robb Report Is This $8.8M Apartment the Most Colorful Home in Manhattan? Continue reading Luxury Real Estate Headlines: First Week in December, 2025 at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Spotlight On: Miami Beach, The Design Mecca

Architects, designers and fairs have transformed the seaside city into a cultural hub year round, writes Elizabeth Fazzare Miami Beach, Florida | ONE Sotheby’s International Realty Miami Beach’s design heritage may be perennially visible in its abundance of seaside art deco architecture. However, as art and design aficionados flock to the city each December for Art Basel Miami Beach—of which Sotheby’s International Realty is a proud show partner—as well as the accompanying collectible design fair, Design Miami, it becomes obvious that the destination’s influence is global. Continue reading Spotlight On: Miami Beach, The Design Mecca at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Inside a Golden-Domed Penthouse in Manhattan

Atop the Beaux-Arts building at 170 Fifth Avenue, a dazzling gold dome has been transformed into a spectacular penthouse condominium The Manhattan skyline is replete with towering landmarks readily recognized the world over—among them the Empire State Building, One World Trade Center, Woolworth and Steinway Towers, the Chrysler Building, Rockefeller Center, and the Flatiron Building. While the Beaux-Arts building at 170 Fifth Avenue is far from the tallest or best known of those crown jewels, it remains an unmistakable, irreplaceable piece of New York history. Continue reading Inside a Golden-Domed Penthouse in Manhattan at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Collecting Focus: Watches

As Tom Brady’s watches come to auction, a new era of fun reflects revived interest in wristwear, writes Thor Svaboe Watches from Tom Brady’s collection. Courtesy of Sotheby’s You might not wear a watch, or see the need for this instrument of time given the ubiquity of the smartphone, but a new audience has awakened to wrist craftsmanship over buzzing notifications. The pandemic gave life to a new wave of interest and skyrocketing values, and while we may now be edging past the trend of watch collecting as asset management, the collecting community continues to strengthen and grow.  Continue reading Collecting Focus: Watches at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

How to Design the Perfect Kitchen

At-home entertaining hits its peak with the holiday season. For a space that rises to the challenge, it pays to get personal, writes Elizabeth Fazzare Healdsburg, California | Sotheby’s International Realty – San Francisco Brokerage With the holiday season upon us, kitchens have to perform at their best. Recent research has shown that personalization is key. According to the National Kitchen & Bath Association’s 2024 Kitchen Trends Report, “innovative personalized designs”—supported by customizable appliances, bespoke cabinetry and integrated storage—are among homeowners’ top requests for the room. Continue reading How to Design the Perfect Kitchen at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Inside Two Rare Contemporary Residences in the Historic Mission District

This unique building in San Francisco’s historic Mission district comprises two residences of exemplary contemporary design, setting a new standard for creative construction and light-filled modern luxury While each of San Francisco’s neighborhoods offers distinctive delights, the colorful, celebrated Mission is perhaps the city’s richest in history and culture as well as its most diverse and desirable. Originally inhabited by the Ohlone people, the area eventually called to Spanish missionaries, who began settling there in the 1700s, and the eponymous Mission Dolores chapel, the oldest structure in the city, stands as a glimpse into part of the past. Continue reading Inside Two Rare Contemporary Residences in the Historic Mission District at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Significant Sales: October 2024 Highlights

From a US$15M sale in Las Vegas, Nevada, to a €7M sale in Chianti, Italy, here are five sales represented by the Sotheby’s International Realty® global network in October. Las Vegas, Nevada Ben Harris, Natalia Harris | Las Vegas Sotheby’s International Realty, US$15M View properties in Las Vegas, Nevada Chicago, Illinois Tim Salm, Ryan Preuett | Jameson Sotheby’s International Realty, US$14.25M View properties in Chicago, Illinois Bridgehampton, New York Susan Green, Sally Thompson, Kathy Konzet | Sotheby’s International Realty – Bridgehampton Brokerage, US$10.813.49 View properties in Bridgehampton, New York Mountain Village, Colorado Matthew Hintermeister | LIV Sotheby’s International Realty, US$10.9M View properties in Mountain Village, Colorado Chianti, Italy Sara Castriota Scanderbeg | Italy Sotheby’s International Realty, €7M View properties in Chianti, Italy Discover previous editions of Significant Sales on the blog Continue reading Significant Sales: October 2024 Highlights at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Fourth Week of November, 2024

 Del Mar, California | Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty The newly built residence in Del Mar is 12 years in the making because of strict building rules on the water. Beach Compound Down the Street From Bill Gates’s Southern California Home Lists for $75 Million – Mansion Global Mansion Global Daily: Chris Wallace Lists Washington, D.C., Home – Mansion Global One of San Francisco’s Oldest Homes Sells in Less Than a Month – The Wall Street Journal This $5M Calabasas Midcentury Comes With an Airstream and a Backyard Cantina – Dwell Ex Hedge Fund Manager Sells Coastal California Estate for $65M – Mansion Global Filmmaker Matthew Cooper Is Selling a Renovated Mid-Century Malibu Beach House – Mansion Global Kiefer Sutherland, the House Where the Actor Lived Is Up for Sale – Vanity Fair Italy Historic Napa Hotel The Francis House Is Sold for $9.6M—10 Years After It Was Saved From Demolition – Realtor.com Former Bay Area Home of Peanuts Creator Charles M. Continue reading Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Fourth Week of November, 2024 at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

What Is a Perfect Home for a Sagittarius?

Our monthly series asks: What decor best suits each zodiac sign? For Sagittarius, an expansive, light-filled space is ideal, writes Jill Krasny London, England | United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty Home decor inspiration can come from anywhere, including an unexpected place: astrology. But whereas moody Scorpios prefer a home that feels like a private retreat, outgoing Sagittarians may crave something different. As their zodiac season gets underway (November 22-December 21), it’s time to ask: how do you design the perfect home for a Sagittarius?  Continue reading What Is a Perfect Home for a Sagittarius? at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Sotheby’s International Realty and Art Basel Miami Beach

Celebrating the Convergence of Artistry and Global Real Estate at America’s Premier Art Show Sotheby’s International Realty, a global leader in luxury real estate, is thrilled to announce the continuation of its partnership with Art Basel Miami Beach, celebrating the convergence of modern and contemporary art and architecture for the second consecutive year. “Sotheby’s International Realty is honored to support Art Basel Miami Beach for a second year,” said Brad Nelson, CMO of Sotheby’s International Realty. Continue reading Sotheby’s International Realty and Art Basel Miami Beach at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Inside Ingrid Michaelson’s Serene Los Angeles Oasis

This 1928 villa—the current home of acclaimed singer-songwriter Ingrid Michaelson—is suffused with timeless Mediterranean accents, the contemporary stylings of celebrity designer Francesca Grace, dramatic views, and a feeling of warmth and comfort In her 2009 song “Are We There Yet,” acclaimed singer-songwriter Ingrid Michaelson muses about the idea of home and trying to find it, asking herself and the listener “We keep driving round in circles.… Are we there yet?” In real life, Michaelson knew what she was looking for—and found it here, in this 1928 home in the exclusive L.A. Continue reading Inside Ingrid Michaelson’s Serene Los Angeles Oasis at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Meet Michael K. Chen, the New York Architect with an Eye for Detail

Material innovation, quality craftsmanship and pops of color are at the heart of interiors designed by Chen’s firm MKCA, writes Alex Bozikovic The kitchen of MKCA’s Nomad Loft in New York. Photograph: Brooke Holm Michael K. Chen designs in full color. The New York architect’s houses and flats are splashed with grapefruit-hued plaster walls, avocado kitchens and cerulean ceilings. For Chen and his practice, Michael K. Chen Architecture (MKCA), color—as well as texture and the marks of handcraft—are parts of life, and therefore they belong in a home. Continue reading Meet Michael K. Chen, the New York Architect with an Eye for Detail at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Third Week in November, 2024

 Berlin, Germany | Berlin Sotheby’s International Realty A mid-century bungalow built for U.S. Army staff stationed in post-war Berlin is now on the market   It’s No ‘Two Buck Chuck.’ California Winery Where Brand Charles Shaw Got Its Start Lists for $35M – Mansion Global This $25M Flatiron Penthouse Features a Gold Dome – Bloomberg Kiefer Sutherland’s Former NYC Townhouse Renovated Impeccably by Steven Gambrel Lists for $20.5M – Cottages & Gardens A Piece of American Architecture in Berlin, Built for U.S. Continue reading Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Third Week in November, 2024 at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Spotlight on Brisbane: Australia’s Blossoming Cultural Hub

With a thriving arts scene, the capital of Queensland is developing into one of the country’s most vibrant creative destinations, writes Mandi Keighran Brisbane, Australia | Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty Brisbane, the capital of Australia’s “Sunshine State,” Queensland, is swiftly transforming from a destination known for its outdoor lifestyle and year-round good weather into one of the nation’s foremost creative hubs—a shift accelerated by its role as host of the upcoming 2032 Summer Olympics. Continue reading Spotlight on Brisbane: Australia’s Blossoming Cultural Hub at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Inside a Palm Beach Oasis

Enduring Mediterranean-inspired style; bright, streamlined modern interiors; and an ideal location mere moments from the landmarks and sunny shoreline of Palm Beach make this spacious townhome a veritable paradise of one’s own. When business tycoon Henry Flagler first visited Palm Beach in 1893, he purportedly proclaimed it a “veritable paradise.” In the ensuing few years, he enlisted workers to help construct a number of hotels, many still standing as landmarks of the island’s architectural history and Golden Age grandeur. Continue reading Inside a Palm Beach Oasis at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Collecting Focus: Wine

Wine collectors may be buying up Bordeaux and Burgundy, but they’re also seeking out suitable spaces to store their liquid investments, writes Nina Caplan Wines from the cellar of William I. Koch, offered at Sotheby’s in 2016 There aren’t many collectibles that are as delightful to consume as they are satisfying to amass, but wine is special, in the glass and in the cellar. And this is a great time to be a wine collector, as commercial interest in the area continues to grow. Continue reading Collecting Focus: Wine at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Second Week in November, 2024

New York, New York | Sotheby’s International Realty – Downtown Manhattan Brokerage The historic five-story home in the West Village was built in 1838. Kiefer Sutherland’s Former Manhattan Townhouse Lists for $20.5 Million – Mansion Global Washington, D.C.’s Most Expensive Home Sales – The Wall Street Journal Five Green Oases to Regenerate the Body and Soul – Elle Decor ‘Time Capsule’ Mid-Century House in Los Angeles Hits the Market for the First Time Ever, Asking $3.5 Million – Mansion Global This Striking Ed Niles-Designed SoCal Home Just Hit the Market for the First Time in Decades – Robb Report An Original 1930s Home in L.A.’s Coveted Little Holmby Neighborhood Is Up for Grabs at $5 Million – Robb Report Ingrid Michaelson Lists Her Spanish Revival for $4.3 Million – The Spaces This $2.5 Million Home in New Mexico Sits Close to a National Historic Landmark – Robb Report Custom Home on the Inlet Listed at $25.9 Million in Palm Beach – Palm Beach Daily News Former Charles Shaw Winery — Trader Joe’s ‘Two Buck Chuck’ – Is Now a Gorgeous Estate for Sale – The Sacramento Bee $3.5 Million Homes in California – The New York Times Home on Shinnecock Bay Hits the Market for $11.6 Million – Behind the Hedges Spacious Heights Home with Modern Touches Hits Market for $1.9 Million – Houston Culture Map Housing Markets Investors Are Betting On for 2025 – Realtor.com $490,000 Homes in Wisconsin, Utah, and North Carolina – The New York Times $11 Million Bayfront Mansion on Florida’s Marco Island – Mansion Global Pittsburgh Homes That Are a Dream – The Week Who Owns the Most Expensive Homes Around Washington, D.C.? Continue reading Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Second Week in November, 2024 at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

What are the Benefits of Living in a Colorful Home?

Whether you want spaces to soothe or stimulate, choosing a property that matches your mood could be the solution, writes Riya Patel Albion, California | Mendo Sotheby’s International Realty With a major exhibition opening at the Guggenheim in New York this fall on orphism—the early-20th-century art movement featuring vibrant hues in dynamic compositions—bold, bright colors are at the top of the agenda again. Over a century ago, the proponents of orphism explored the emotional resonance of color; today, the interest in that visual-psychological relationship is just as strong. Continue reading What are the Benefits of Living in a Colorful Home? at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Inside a Timeless East Hampton Compound

On the banks of Georgica Pond, this grand compound boasts a stylishly renovated residence dating to the 1930s, and an emerald expanse of private water frontage. Although ocean beaches top the list of the elements that have long lured people to the Hamptons, tranquil Georgica Pond remains one of the most coveted and picturesque locations for a luxurious getaway. On its emerald banks, in a prestigious area of East Hampton familiarly referred to as “south of the highway,” indicating a location closer to the sunny seashore, this secluded sanctuary revels in nearly a quarter mile of private water frontage and improbably colorful open vistas. Continue reading Inside a Timeless East Hampton Compound at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Are Rugs the New Artworks at Home?

The design of what’s underfoot has gotten bold, colorful and creative, writes Helen Parton Kangan Arora’s Harlequin rug plays with optical illusion. Credit: Floor Story “I was inspired by what was outside: the grasses, the clouds, the color of the skies,” begins photographer Douglas Friedman, describing the view from his desert retreat in Marfa, Texas, which formed the basis of his Atlas collection of rugs for the design studio of Kyle Bunting. Continue reading Are Rugs the New Artworks at Home? at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Luxury Real Estate Headlines: First Week in November, 2024

San Francisco, California | Sotheby’s International Realty – San Francisco Brokerage Built in 1849 during the Gold Rush, the mansion in Russian Hill was the longtime residence of the late Silicon Valley legend Sanford Robertson. This Tech Financier’s $22 Million Estate Is One of the Oldest Homes in San Francisco – Robb Report Songwriter Lists $4.3 Million “Beautiful Jewel” Home in Hollywood Hills – Bloomberg This Angular $3.2 Million East Hampton Retreat Puts a Twist on the Classic Beach House – Robb Report Home on Shinnecock Bay Hits the Market for $11.6 Million – Behind the Hedges A Sonoma Home on the Famous Spreckels Family Property Listed for $11.5 Million – Sonoma Magazine This Tech Financier’s $22 Million Estate Is One of the Oldest Homes in San Francisco – Robb Report Luxury Real Estate for Sale: Top-of-the-Range – Robb Report Singapore $1.75 Million Homes in California – The New York Times Dwell, “This $899K Home by the ‘Father of the Ranch House’ Is Walking Distance to Disneyland” – Dwell Why McLean Is the Priciest ZIP Code Near D.C. Continue reading Luxury Real Estate Headlines: First Week in November, 2024 at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

The Allure Of Forest Living

Homes designed around nature can enhance wellbeing—and provide an opportunity to watch the fall colors, writes Elizabeth Fazzare Kuusamo, Finland | Snellman Sotheby’s International Realty There’s something about being in nature that has a calming effect. In fact, it’s scientifically proven. Research shows a direct link between the great outdoors and humans’ mental health and overall wellbeing. Homes in close proximity to nature—particularly in forests—can maximize that good feeling, especially if their architecture and design engages directly with the outdoors. Continue reading The Allure Of Forest Living at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Inside Ventana Sonoma

Amid the historic environs of Buena Vista Winery, this 6,859-square-foot five-bedroom estate exemplifies contemporary style and offers a quintessential turnkey experience that heralds the future of California wine country In 1857, long before California wine became a household name and a menu staple, Hungarian-born Agoston Haraszthy established Buena Vista Winery, one of the first vineyards in the state’s now renowned viticultural region, at the end of a lane in Sonoma that ultimately became known as Old Winery Road. Continue reading Inside Ventana Sonoma at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Significant Sales: September 2024 Highlights

From a US$18.45M sale in Homewood, California, to a €7.8M sale in Milan, Italy, here are five sales represented by the Sotheby’s International Realty® global network in September. Tokyo, Japan Kantaro Aoki, Jinyu Cui | List Sotheby’s International Realty, Japan, JPY6.685B View properties in Tokyo, Japan Homewood, California Katherina Haug, Craig Miller, Jeremy Jacobson | Sierra Sotheby’s International Realty, US$18.45M View properties in Homewood, California Wellington, Florida David Welles | Equestrian Sotheby’s International Realty, US$10.8M View properties in Wellington, Florida North Kingstown, Rhode Island Erin Marsh | Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty, US$9.75M View properties in North Kingstown, Rhode Island Milan, Italy Barbara Legnani | Italy Sotheby’s International Realty, €7.8M View properties in Milan, Italy Discover previous editions of Significant Sales on the blog Continue reading Significant Sales: September 2024 Highlights at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Fourth Week in October, 2024

McLean, Virginia | TTR Sotheby’s International Realty Built in 2003, this house’s main floor has a large reception hall, while the upper level primary suite spans the southern end of the house. Why McLean Is the Priciest ZIP Code Near D.C. – The Wall Street Journal The Best Places to Buy a Mountain Vacation Home – Travel + Leisure Montecito’s Luxury Mediterranean Estate – Elite Traveler One of San Francisco’s Oldest Homes Hits the Market for $22M – The Wall Street Journal Jackson Hole, Wyoming: Where Billionaires Live and Vacation – Business Insider Spanish Castle Built to Defend Against Pirates Lists as a Nine-Bedroom Home for $4.7 Million – Mansion Global Contemporary Home Renovation in Stanfordville, Upstate New York – Dwell Bill Murray’s Former New York Home Lists for $3.69M – New York Post Michigan Home Designed by Twin Towers Architect Asks $2.89M – New York Post $380,000 Homes in New York, Ohio, and Oregon – The New York Times Homes with Scandinavian Style – The Week How luxury property owners are putting eco concerns at the heart of their dream home – Financial Times Bill Murray’s Former Home Outside of New York City Lists for $3.69 Million – Mansion Global Five Homes With Spa-Level Amenities – Mansion Global Slopes and Suds: Bend, Oregon Charms as a Ski and Brewery Mecca – Mansion Global The Childhood Home of TV Personality Giuliana Rancic Lists Near Washington D.C. Continue reading Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Fourth Week in October, 2024 at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

What is a Perfect Home for a Scorpio?

Our new monthly series asks: What decor best suits each zodiac sign? For Scorpios, a private and cozy retreat is needed, writes Jill Krasny Austin, Texas | Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty Anyone who has embarked on designing a home knows how much there is to decide on. From furniture to fixtures, the selections can get overwhelming. While some may turn to trends, a tool for designing the perfect space could come from an unexpected source: astrology. Continue reading What is a Perfect Home for a Scorpio? at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Inside a Casually Elegant Montecito Estate

Tucked between the mountains and the ocean at a prestigious address, this 3.5-acre estate is a Mediterranean-inspired oasis featuring a five-bedroom residence, a two-bedroom guesthouse, a pool and spa, a sports court, gardens, an orchard, and meticulous landscaping. The Spanish word “picacho”—which lends itself to the prestigious lane on which this majestic Montecito estate is sited—means “peak.” While the Mediterranean-inspired home and guesthouse are not perched atop an actual peak, as the address might suggest, they are ringed by verdant rolling mountains, and the property as a whole represents a peak of another sort: a zenith of the casually elegant style for which Southern California is known and envied the world over. Continue reading Inside a Casually Elegant Montecito Estate at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

In Mumbai, India’s Design Scene Blossoms

The world’s most prominent brands—and exciting emerging designers—converge this fall for the inaugural Design Mumbai fair, writes Aditi Sharma Morii Design works in a home interior. Photograph: Umang Shah Mumbai is home to some of the best furniture, lighting and decor brands in India, and this year the city welcomes its first major design fair, cementing its place as the country’s design capital. The four-day Design Mumbai, taking place November 6-9, hosts dozens of local and global brands. Continue reading In Mumbai, India’s Design Scene Blossoms at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Luxury Real Estate Headlines, Third Week in October , 2024

East Hampton, New York | Sotheby’s International Realty – Southampton Brokerage Known as Briar Patch, the 11-plus-acre spread was owned for 3 decades by for-profit private schools pioneer Chris Whittle. This $95M East Hampton Estate Has 1,200 Feet of Waterfront Along Georgica Pond – Robb Report Frontenac, Missouri—Home to Cardinals and Business Leaders Is All About Quiet Luxury Outside St. Louis – Mansion Global 6 Striking Homes in New Orleans – The Week Investing in Riviera Properties: France’s Luxurious Coastal Real Estate – Financial Times Davante Adams Will Soon Say Goodbye to His Sleek Vegas Home. Continue reading Luxury Real Estate Headlines, Third Week in October , 2024 at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Art Deco Makes an Elegant Comeback

The glamorous, decadent aesthetic of the 1920s and 1930s is enjoying a welcome revival, writes Claudia Baillie London, England | United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty There aren’t many artists who encapsulate the essence of art deco as magnificently as Tamara de Lempicka—and this fall, the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco are presenting her first major US retrospective. Renowned for vibrant, captivating portraits of the wealthy and famous, the Polish-born painter’s highly stylized works helped define the art deco movement, which flourished throughout the 1920s and early 1930s. Continue reading Art Deco Makes an Elegant Comeback at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Inside a One-of-a-Kind Greenwich Village Haven

Esteemed architect Adam Kushner transformed an early-19th-century Greenwich Village townhouse into a unique modern residence that pays tribute to its landmark location. Indoors and out, sunlight, Hudson Valley wood, thriving greenery, and the fresh air surrounding a multistory climbing wall are integral to its serene contemporary milieu. Centuries ago, a two-mile creek known as Minetta Brook was one of Manhattan’s largest flowing bodies of water, where ducks and geese flocked, the waters were revered for their abundant fish, and even until the 18th century, wildlife gathered on its banks. Continue reading Inside a One-of-a-Kind Greenwich Village Haven at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Collecting Focus: Historic Books

A major Sotheby’s auction reveals the enduring significance of collecting publications fit for an impressive library, writes Anne Wallentine A home library at Denham Place. Photo: United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty After collecting books for six decades, the businessman T. Kimball Brooker offers two explanations for the behavior in a recent essay: being a “hopeless…bibliomaniac bent on self-destruction,” or understanding that “in the world of books the rules of finance and maximizing returns do not apply because there are deeper forces and purer motives at work.”  Brooker inclines toward the latter explanation, as do the experts at Sotheby’s responsible for the second of three sales of his Bibliotheca Brookeriana: A Renaissance Library, which is held in New York on October 18. Continue reading Collecting Focus: Historic Books at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Second Week in October 2024

San Francisco, California | Sotheby’s International Realty – San Francisco Brokerage The duplex, atop a building in the Pacific Heights neighborhood, was sold as an unfinished white box in 2017 Recently Completed San Francisco Penthouse Lists for $30M, One of the City’s Priciest Listings – Mansion Global Hollywood Producer Seeks $20M for a Stylish and Breezy Circa-1947 Beach House in Malibu – Cottages & Gardens Inside a $37M Montecito Mansion With a Glass Floor That Peers Into Its Luxe Wine Cellar – Robb Report Pacific Palisades Home Built into Cliffside of Santa Monica Mountains Listed for $23.3M – Mansion Global Inside Director Stanley Kramer’s Former Mid-Century Modern Home in Beverly Hills – Mansion Global A Jaw-Dropping Estate, Set in 70 Acres with Indoor and Outdoor Arenas, 16 Stables and More – Horse & Hound Cantilevered Home ‘Floating in the Air’ for Sale in Ukiah for $2.45M – The Sacramento Bee Architect Victor Lundy’s Home Lists for $1.7M Near Houston – Dwell Giuliana Rancic’s Childhood Home Hits the Market in Bethesda, Maryland for $1.675 Million – Mansion Global One of Portugal’s First Luxury Homes Using 3-D Printing Technology Lists for $15 Million Outside Lisbon – Mansion Global This $995K Home Outside Albany Is Packed With 18th-Century Charm – Dwell The Pandemic-Era Housing Boom Is Still Roaring in This Pocket of Upstate New York – New York Post Inside the Real Estate Portfolio of the Late Kris Kristofferson – MarketWatch Five of the Best Riviera Properties – Financial Times Snowmass Is the Chill, Family-Friendly Version of Aspen. Continue reading Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Second Week in October 2024 at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

Spotlight on Tuscany: The Best of Art, History and Nature

The Italian region has enduring appeal for its rolling countryside, celebrated vineyards and artistic heritage, writes Mandi Keighran Gaiole in Chianti, Italy | Italy Sotheby’s International Realty Tuscany epitomises living la dolce vita—an Italian expression that evokes enjoyment of life’s pleasures: good food and wine, long summer days, and a culture rich in design and art. “The region offers an idyllic escape, from rolling vineyards to historic estates, all while providing modern comforts and proximity to cultural hubs like Florence, Arezzo, Lucca and Siena,” says Diletta Giorgolo, head of residential at Italy Sotheby’s International Realty. Continue reading Spotlight on Tuscany: The Best of Art, History and Nature at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.