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The words “palatial,” “regal,” and “expansive” immediately spring to mind from the very first glimpse of this extraordinary compound northeast of downtown Los Angeles in the gated enclave of Bradbury Estates. Even from the air, its footprint—some 14,600 square feet on 2.13 acres—is eye-catching, standing out among a collection of other impressive properties.

Bradbury, California | Gloria Tse, Sotheby’s International Realty – Pasadena Brokerage

The residence is introduced by a lengthy cobblestone drive lined with towering palm and cypress trees and a circular motor court anchored by an Old World–inspired fountain. The home’s rugged, earthy, Mediterranean-style façade belies the delicate, ornate elegance of the interiors, which are intricately detailed and remarkably scaled. Just inside the elaborate iron and glass entry doors is a towering foyer that establishes the home’s uniquely enchanting ambience with its inlaid Italian marble floor, soaring ceiling, dazzling Murano chandelier, graceful arches, stately columns, Lalique crystal elements, hand-embroidered silk wall treatments, and timeless millwork. A sense of generous volume and bright airiness, an effortless flow, and an impeccable attention to refined detail are readily apparent in nearly every room.

Highlights include a library with a striking ceiling and built-in bookshelves; a grand living room with a monumental window, an elegant fireplace, and surfaces of majestic marble; a dining room with floral wall treatments and diamond-shaped ceiling tracery; a wine cellar with an impressive capacity; a kitchen and breakfast area with a marble-topped island island, a built-in buffet, and a discreet retractable television mounted in the ceiling; and a media or family room that opens to a veranda. Also on the main level, the primary suite enjoys a fireplace, access to the terrace, a boutique-like closet and dressing room, and a bath that practically epitomizes the notion of luxury.

Beneath a domed ceiling, the regal main stairway leads to the remaining private quarters, which are linked on the upper level by an open loggia-like gallery. A music and art room and a spacious game room with built-ins, French doors, and a balcony encourage relaxation and recreation. The separate, secluded guesthouse offers two bedrooms; a living area with a fireplace and built-ins of handsome, deeply hued wood; and a kitchenette with stainless-steel appliances.

The cool, breezy loggia shades peaceful outdoor living areas that facilitate the quintessential Southern California lifestyle. Beyond, through a disappearing glass wall, another covered alfresco space features a dining area, a living room with a fireplace and a television, and a well-equipped kitchen with a bar, a grill and other stainless-steel appliances, and counter seating. Beyond are an expansive sun-soaked terrace, a lavish swimming pool with deck jets and lovely tile inlays, and a dining pergola—all surrounded by glorious flora and landscaping.

Many other estates offer grand living spaces and serene suites for restful relaxation. Distinguishing this home from others of a similar caliber, are a quiet, spacious office with thoughtful built-ins; a conference room with a wall-mounted monitor or television, a beverage chiller, wine storage, a refrigerator, and French doors to a balcony overlooking the grounds; a central room securing audiovisual components for an audiovisual system; an indoor lap pool with folding doors to the terrace; an impressive gym with numerous windows; and an expansive separate “car barn” with its own laundry facilities.

An estate-wide generator, a 499-gallon propane storage tank, some 200 roof-mounted solar panels, and a battery backup secured in an underground vault with a cooling system render the estate appealingly self-sufficient and ensure the estate’s desirability and endurance for decades and even generations to come.

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Brady Bingham and Janet Suisted – New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty

Whether it accessorizes a person or accents a place, color carries so much meaning. That’s why interior designers, decorators, and architects pay attention when the Pantone Color Institute publishes its forecast trends for the fashion industry. As the leading authority on the palettes to watch for in the New York Fashion Week Spring-Summer 2023 collections, Pantone knows that hues make a huge impact, whether on a wall or a catwalk.

This season, Pantone notes two parallel trends that are divergent yet complementary, opposite yet apposite. People are embracing contrast and exaggeration through novel and unexpected colors, and in doing so, conveying a sense of excitement. Bold tones evoke freedom and invite a spirit of play. At the same time, understated, utilitarian essentials are as trustworthy and in demand as ever—yet even they have been updated with their fair share of unique, creative twists.

Chic Shades That Stand Out

Francesca Loi – Italy Sotheby’s International Realty

The pops of color provided by these poufs add visual intrigue to what’s already an inspired indoor-outdoor promenade. They show off Beetroot Purple, a vibrant fusion of fuchsia and magenta. But what truly brings this look to life is a backdrop that beautifully blends some of Pantone’s so-called “core classics”—in this case, the neutrals of Macchiato and Vanilla Cream.

Jessica Canning and Michael Canning – Sotheby’s International Realty – Carmel Brokerage 

These warmth-infused basics also help to brighten a light-filled kitchen, but the character of the space comes from the Blue Perennial and Summer Song seen in the seating, while a fun juxtaposition of Skylight, Tangelo, and Love Bird manifests in the artwork. Meanwhile, the near-iridescent backsplash channels Gray Lilac or Vanilla Cream, depending on how the light hits.

Etienne Delpech – Bordeaux Sotheby’s International Realty

The stimulating contrast of Blue Perennial and Tangelo finds its fullest expression in this living room, where they enhance each other through contemporary carpeting and avant-garde seating, as well as in the abstract cushions. But that’s not the only rug-chair combo to make a statement; this home also leverages Fiery Red on the floor and Classic Green in the furniture to great effect.

New Takes on Calm Classics

Brady Bingham and Janet Suisted – New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty

Speaking of warm neutrals, it’s not just Vanilla Cream and Macchiato that are beloved by this season’s trendsetters. Gray Lilac is another dreamy, multidimensional shade that brings a surface of simplicity but a depth of complexity to a space. See it here in the concrete flooring, and notice how the transparent bar stools introduce bright colors like Peach Pink and Tangelo in gentler, subtler ways.

Serena Boardman – Sotheby’s International Realty – East Side Manhattan Brokerage

In this expansive, luxuriously furnished layout, Peach Pink Crystal Rose may be the more expressive Pantone colors—but the soft elegance exuded by the core classics Vanilla Cream and Macchiato create their own effervescence. These tranquil neutrals give the room a sense of easy comfort.

Jim Reerink – Netherlands Sotheby’s International Realty

Neutrals are often associated with whites and grays or browns and beiges—but natural colors can also serve as gorgeous groundings for an interior. Here, the Leek Green accent wall is the perfect anchor for the other earth tones in the space, including Tangelo and Macchiato, and facilitates a seamless continuity with the garden beyond the window.

All of these homes showcase how the separate aesthetic streams of the Spring-Summer 2023 color trends converge in a single, harmonious flow. The five core classics serve as a canvas upon which the ten seasonal standouts can cast off conformity and inspire people to find fun, unconventional ways to flaunt their individuality.

Dive deeper into the delights of dynamic hues in our 2022 interview with Leatrice Eiseman, Pantone Color Institute’s Executive Director.

In coveted locales from Santa Fe to San Francisco, these four estates are perfect for the long, lovely days of summer, effortlessly blending outdoor spaces with easy access to indoor comforts and conveniences.

Incomparable Escape in Pacific Heights

Neill Bassi | Sotheby’s International Realty – San Francisco Brokerage

Near the Presidio in prestigious Pacific Heights, this light-filled six-bedroom home is stylish, welcoming, and impressively scaled. It features a chef’s kitchen; formal and casual spaces for living, dining, and entertaining; a study, hobby room, or recreation room; garaging for three cars; a gym; a wine cellar; and a versatile pentroom. Outdoor living is easy, with decks and a rooftop terrace offering iconic vistas and a backyard oasis providing a patio, a fireplace, a pool, and a spa.

Palm Springs Paradise

 Ryan Cummings, John Moore | Sotheby’s International Realty – Beverly Hills Brokerage

In the highly desirable gated community of Parc Andreas, this sleek, chic modern smart home was designed for enjoyment of the quintessential Palm Beach lifestyle. Walls of glass in two of the three bedrooms and the great room—which features a striking contemporary gas fireplace, a home theater projection screen, a cook’s kitchen with a Calacatta marble island and superior appliances—open to a lanai with a fire pit and an alluringly lush backyard with citrus trees and a dazzling saltwater swimming pool and spa.

Stunning Style in Santa Fe

 Nancy Lehrer | Sotheby’s International Realty – Santa Fe Brokerage

Minutes outside Santa Fe in the exclusive community of Las Campanas, this striking contemporary residence captures majestic mountain views. Highlights include an eye-catching chef’s kitchen with walk-in pantry, a media room, a library, an owner’s suite with access to an alfresco hot tub, two luxurious guest suites, and a three-car garage with a large workshop. A great room opens through 18-foot glass panels to an outdoor sitting area with a fire pit, two water features, and unobstructed vistas.

Houston Hideaway

 Walter Bering | Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty

This impeccably remodeled midcentury modern residence is tucked amid tall trees in Houston. The public spaces—formal living and dining rooms, a welcoming family room, and a streamlined chef’s kitchen—have an ideal flow for entertaining. Nearly an entire side of the home is composed of glass, giving way to extensive deck and terrace space. Beyond, nearly two verdant acres unfurl. A lighted private boardwalk meanders through the property to a shady sitting area with a fire pit and the picturesque Buffalo Bayou.

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Highlights from this week’s top news stories on luxury and global real estate, art, collectibles, and home.

Centre Island, New York | Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty

The Oyster Bay property boasts a bowling alley, a spa/salon, and a helipad, among other amenities across its 26 acres.

Why Wealthy Homebuyers Are Flocking to Puerto Rico – The Wall Street Journal

A Greenhouse-Like Home Overlooking Fishers Island Sound Asks $8.25M – The Wall Street Journal

Five of the world’s most-viewed homes for sale – Financial Times

Close to Beaches and Galleries, Edgewater Is at the Pulse of Miami – Mansion Global

This $2.6M Florida Home Blends Midcentury Charm With Breezy Beach Vibes – Dwell

On the Market: Buy Your Own Spaghetti Western-Style Spread – Cowboys & Indians

Are Property Taxes the Same for All Types of Homes in Singapore? – Mansion Global

Hot property: five homes for sale in Lake Como – Financial Times

$325,000 Homes in Georgia, Maryland and Arkansas – The New York Times

“Penthouse Atop San Francisco’s Millennium Tower Asks $14 Million – The Wall Street Journal

This ‘Secret Coast’ City in Mississippi Has Some of the Most Affordable Beachfront Real Estate in the U.S., According to an Expert – Travel + Leisure

Architecture Critic Paul Goldberger Lists Central Park-Facing Beresford Co-Op for $8.95M – 6 Sq Ft

After a Top-Down Revamp, a Midcentury Ranch House Seeks $2M in Dallas – Dwell

Glorious Gilded Age Mansion for $29.9M Is Washington DC’s Most Expensive Home – Realtor.com

6 tropical homes in the U.S. Virgin Islands – The Week

Hot Property: Dan Fogelberg’s Majestic Colorado Retreat Hits the Market – Cowboys & Indians

A Year-Round Vacation: The Sporting and Luxurious Life in Palmetto Bluff – Mansion Global

$1.9 Million Homes in California – The New York Times

$13.5M Tribeca Condo Designed by Thierry Despont – 6 Sq Ft

Cape Cod but Without the Crowds in These Five Coastal Alternatives – Mansion Global

Hot property: five homes for sale in Seattle – Financial Times

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Piedmont, California | Golden Gate Sotheby’s International Realty

“Hampton House” is a meticulously renovated heritage estate in a prime Piedmont location. Designed by notable architect Albert Farr in 1926, the property been expertly modernized while preserving the home’s elegant provenance with interiors that feature stunning natural light, custom cabinetry, marble countertops, and premium fixtures and appliances.

Entertain guests in the newly renovated and expanded kitchen, as well as the grand formal living and dining rooms, which exude timeless charm. The fabulous primary suite boasts dual full bathrooms, spacious closets, a sunroom, and a private deck, creating a tranquil retreat within the home.

Situated on a level, 1+ acre lot, this residence offers a seamless blend of indoor and outdoor living. French doors effortlessly connect the interior spaces to the meticulously manicured grounds, featuring multiple outdoor living areas, a tennis court, a delightful rose garden, and mature hedges and trees that ensure privacy and serenity. The property also includes a separate guest unit, a full-service generator, and a well for landscape irrigation, enhancing convenience and functionality.

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Sotheby’s International Realty has announced that Greene Realty Group, one of Thurston County, Washington’s top real estate brokerages¹, has joined the network and will now operate as Olympic Sotheby’s International Realty. The addition marks the brand’s continued growth in the state of Washington and its 16^th office in the state.

The company is owned and operated by Jim Greene, who brings 30 years of experience to the company. The company is headquartered in the city of Olympia, Washington and will service the entire Thurston County area, including the cities of Lacey, Olympia, Tumwater, Tenino, and Rochester, in addition to other nearby counties.

“Olympia has become a destination city for South Puget Sound residents seeking natural beauty, due to its waterfront views and close proximity to multiple national parks,” said Philip White, president and CEO, Sotheby’s International Realty. “The area consists of an eclectic mix of high-end clientele and single-family home dwellers, making it an attractive location for those looking to match their living situations with lifestyle interests. We look forward to supporting Jim and the entire Olympic Sotheby’s International Realty team as we further expand our presence in the state of Washington.”

“I pride myself on running a company that cares for its community, while providing high-quality service,” said Greene. “Olympia and the Thurston County area is unique with a mix of high-end, tech, and rural roots. Affiliating with Sotheby’s International Realty was a natural next step to better serve our clients. Sotheby’s International Realty has vast experience in marketing global luxury properties, as well as farm and ranch listings, making them a perfect match for our business needs.”

The company currently consists of 40 real estate agents with plans for continued growth.

In the early 1990s, Texas executive and entrepreneur John Thrash began the construction of a new home on a lush 3.6-acre property he had purchased in Houston’s leafy Memorial neighborhood. Using an extant midcentury Mexican-brick residence as a starting point, he aimed to create an expansive haven that paid homage to his idols—I.M. Pei, Frank Lloyd Wright, and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe—and that exhibited an organic symmetry found in the architectural vernaculars of both the East and the West.

Houston, Texas | Jay Monroe, Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty

What resulted was a contemporary triumph of subtlety and surprise measuring nearly 20,000 square feet. The estate’s scale unwittingly became one of its most appealing and essential characteristics, providing as it naturally does a peerless setting for grand galas hosted by Mr. Thrash and his wife, philanthropist and socialite supreme Becca Cason Thrash. Over the ensuing decades, the Thrashes—mostly at Becca’s behest—have entertained an array of luminaries—including former presidents, George Clooney, Tom Brady, and Anna Wintour—at festive fêtes benefitting a variety of philanthropic causes.

Mr. Thrash’s vision is immediately apparent just inside the stately front doors, where the window-wrapped entryway sets the symmetrical tone for the entire estate. From here, rooms of unique stylistic splendor and impressive scope begin to unfold, delicately balancing refinement and restraint. Every space—the studious wood-paneled library, the atrium-like dining room, the convivial bar, and a magnificent room enclosing a 44-foot pool—has been finished at the very highest level of quality, with expanses of beguiling blonde white oak, surfaces of extraordinary stone, and steel-framed glass that blurs the lines between indoors and out and admits wondrous light. Every window enjoys a picturesque view—including the vast kitchen, which accommodates catering crews and midnight snacks with equal ease.

For private moments, the estate offers four restful bedrooms, among them a consummately private guest apartment perched above the three-car garage. Equally luxurious, it features one bedroom and bath, a living room, and a kitchenette. The owner’s suite boasts a distinctive bed that rests on a majestic perch where it revels in a cinematic view of the emerald grounds and neighboring Buffalo Bayou. Throughout the home, crisp angles and layers of reflection and transparency at every turn contrast and harmonize with the gentle, graceful curves of brick archways—hints of the original residence, which certainly only dreamed of having some of the world’s VIPs wandering its halls.

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Chantel Mehrabanian – Sotheby’s International Realty – Beverly Hills Brokerage

A changing climate brings challenges, but gardening doesn’t have to be one of them. With a little bit of innovation and planning, home gardens can stay thriving over the long term, even if local weather patterns change. The key is to choose plants that are climate resilient.  

Climate-resilient gardens provide lush, revitalizing landscapes that enhance and protect properties regardless of harsher environmental conditions. And from the leafy canopies to the sturdy roots, they ensure efficient natural cooling, productive soils, abundant local biodiversity, and absorption of atmospheric carbon.

But an important question remains. With weather patterns gradually being altered by climate change, how can homeowners cultivate climate-resilient gardens? The current plant hardiness zones put out by the USDA were published in 2012 using data collected from 1976 to 2005, and a new, long-term model is still in progress.

These impressive properties demonstrate how a climate-resilient garden can be designed, grown, and maintained—and what the landscapes of the future can look like.

Sustainable Design at its Savviest

Chantel Mehrabanian – Sotheby’s International Realty – Beverly Hills Brokerage

Plants play a pivotal role in sequestering carbon, meaning that the more green cover a property can provide, the better for the environment. That’s why living walls and roofs have become such a popular—not to mention practical—trend. They’re not just beautiful; they also purify the air, reduce noise pollution, and provide excellent thermoregulation.

This panoramic Bel Air mansion features a living wall as part of its design, demonstrating the dazzling effect of a garden liberated from the ground. As one of the few three-floor addresses in this already illustrious neighborhood, it boasts the best of the best in all other aspects of its design—including its indoor–outdoor flow, which intuitively links the main level with the scenic lanai and more than an acre of backyard.

In Harmony With Flora and Fauna

Vicki Spearing – New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty

A resilient garden can go a long way to replenish compromised ecosystems. For example, in New Zealand, many conifers are invasive species that crowd out increasingly rare local plants, shrubs, and trees—and the animals that depend on them. These so-called “wilding pines” are a major issue—but well-planned, ecocentric landscaping can be part of the solution.

Amid the stunning terrain of Otago, this luxurious lodging has made a point of removing all wilding pines on the property, and in their place, planting native vegetation that complements the pristine vistas of Lake Hawea and the Grandview Ranges. Deer- and rabbit-proof fencing also ensures this garden coexists harmlessly with local wildlife.

Protecting the Land’s Productivity

Barbara Caprara – Ibiza Sotheby’s International Realty 

The loss of fertile topsoil is a concern facing society in the not-so-distant future. Over the years, intensive agriculture has taken a toll on once-fecund farmlands, and large agrarian lots are often seen as opportunities for development rather than for harvesting food. But there’s no reason why homes can’t occupy arable land while also conserving it.

That logic and ethos have informed this visionary estate in Ibiza. Though the three exquisite villas look like works of contemporary art, they stand on historic pastoral terraces that were restored and reimagined as a holistic part of the property’s inspiring architecture. Now fruit trees and orchards supply plenty of fresh food and fresh air, and the home has earned the well-deserved sobriquet “The Farm.”

A Place Where Past Meets Future

Eleonora Benetti – Italy Sotheby’s International Realty 

On a related note, the world’s warmer regions are monitoring the effects of climate change carefully. Heat-related hazards may be magnified in these locales, yet they remain some of the most desirable areas to live, visit, and vacation. Expertly-designed landscapes can help future-proof properties against environmental threats, and hold their aesthetic and functional value despite fluctuating temperatures.

This magnificent seaside farmhouse may have been built in the year 1500, but its gardens are still flourishing with life for several reasons. Not only does it have its own well and irrigation system for enduring periods of drought, but its parklands and orchards—encompassing five idyllic hectares—are forested with native species that thrive in the hot summers. These include around 650 olive trees, so locally-grown produce is yet another boon offered by this property.

It’s more critical than ever to consider the planet’s needs when designing properties and landscaping. Resilient gardens can make a real, tangible difference in managing and mitigating the effects of change, because what’s good for the Earth is also good for the home.

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From a multi-home compound in the Hamptons to a chic contemporary haven in the Hollywood Hills, these captivating properties prove that getting away can be as stylish and satisfying as staying home.

Consummate Hamptons Compound

 Harald Grant | Sotheby’s International Realty – Southampton Brokerage

On 4.9 idyllic acres just blocks from the beach, this Hamptons compound is an incomparable summertime getaway. It comprises a nine-bedroom main residence boasting a chef’s kitchen, a gym, a spa with a sauna and a steamshower, and an outdoor kitchen with a wood-burning pizza oven; three charming, colorful guest cottages—each with four bedrooms—and frontage on Old Town Pond. A gunite swimming pool, a sports court, a gas fire pit, and multiple patios with fireplaces make alfresco living and entertaining easy.

Bel Air Beauty

 Marc Noah | Sotheby’s International Realty – Beverly Hills Brokerage

Perched above the Bel Air Country Club’s fairways, this serene 16,849-square-foot contemporary aerie combines peerless design and enviable views. A striking staircase links the home’s three levels, which offer seven bedrooms, 11 baths, a well-equipped open kitchen, a theater, a gym, a family room with a wet bar, and a wine room. Numerous decks and patios have been perfectly positioned for enjoying the manicured Japanese gardens, the refreshing pool and spa, and the iconic outlook.

Rustic Refinement on Long Island

 Deborah Srb | Sotheby’s International Realty – Southampton Brokerage

This peaceful 3.5-acre compound on the banks of Noyack Bay in Sag Harbor offers a main residence, a delightful two-bedroom guesthouse, expanses of rolling green lawn, a heated saltwater pool, and two private boat docks encouraging all manner of water sports. The recently updated residence retains touches of rustic New England charm and features four bedrooms, a cook’s kitchen with stainless-steel appliances, an alluring upper-level deck, and comfortable spaces for entertaining. Sag Harbor Village is minutes away.

Light-Filled Haven in the Hollywood Hills

 Tracey D. Clarke | Sotheby’s International Realty – Beverly Hills Brokerage

On just over one gated acre in the Hollywood Hills, this light-filled contemporary oasis enjoys unobstructed mountain and skyline views through walls of glass and from terraces, balconies, an outdoor kitchen, and the heated swimming pool. The 4,500-square-foot floor plan features three bedrooms and multiple chic living and entertaining spaces with a seamless connection to the outdoors. Other highlights include a built-in sound system, a motor court with parking for at least 10 cars, solar panels, and a security system.

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Highlights from this week’s top news stories on luxury and global real estate, art, collectibles, and home.

Washington, DC | TTR Sotheby’s International Realty

The home, which is one of the oldest in the Dupont Circle area, was visited by Presidents Obama and Biden.

Gilded-Age Washington, D.C., Mansion Owned by Former U.S. Ambassador Asks $29.95 Million – The Wall Street Journal

Louisville’s Most Expensive Home Is a Limestone-Clad Mansion Asking $7.65 Million – Mansion Global

Hot property: five Hawaiian homes for sale – Financial Times

A Japanese House Perfect for “Forest Bathing” Hits the Market – Elle Decor

Why American Buyers Are Flocking to Portugal Right Now – Galerie

This $10 Million Tuscan-Style Estate in Houston Comes With a Massive 50-Car Garage – Robb Report

6 jaw-dropping homes in Denver – The Week

Un Capolavoro Di Frank Lloyd Wright in Vendita in Oklahoma – Elle Decor

Hot Property: Outdoors Beckon in Centerville – Boston Herald

This $1.7M New Mexico Home Soaks Up Desert Views in Every Room – Dwell

Mid-Century Magic in Crestwood Hills, $4.2M – CA Home + Design

Frank Lloyd Wright’s renovated Westhope lists for $7.9m – The Spaces

$3.2 Million Homes in California – The New York Times

Pittsburgh’s Mirror House Reflects Artist’s Vision and Has Already Attracted a Buyer – Realtor.com

$2.5M Loft in a Former East Village Synagogue – 6 Sq Ft

$1.4 Million Homes in Pennsylvania, California and Virginia – The New York Times

Virgolino Gomes – Portugal Sotheby’s International Realty

The Algarve region in Portugal is one of the world’s premier golfing destinations, with 33 highly-ranked courses that cater to all types of golfers and offer a wide variety of amenities. With most of the courses designed by renowned pros, golfers in this region can enjoy a stunning horizon with views of the Atlantic Ocean just beyond the green. 

Authenticity in Vila Real De Santo Antonio

Virgolino Gomes – Portugal Sotheby’s International Realty

Imagine having the best golf course in Portugal, the Jack Nicklaus signature course, practically in your backyard. This commanding turn-of-the-century villa looks out onto a coastal landscape, the ocean, and the mountains from within the 400-hectare Monte Rei Golf Club, an ultimate destination for golfers and naturalists alike.

Magnificently large, south-facing windows fill the living space with soft light. With a pool, jacuzzi, and mature garden, this home is a private luxury retreat only a stone’s throw from the beach.

Luxe at Villamoura

Virgolino Gomes – Portugal Sotheby’s International Realty

Nestled in the well-known area of Vilamoura in Loule, this detached luxury home is just minutes away from the marina, beaches, and most importantly, the Royal and Ocean golf courses at Vale do Lobo. The Royal is famous throughout Europe for its eminently photographable 16th hole that looks out over white-sand beaches and challenges players to a tricky carry over the cliffs.

The contemporary villa is spread across 6,382 square feet with five bedrooms, six full bathrooms, and magnificent views of the nearby Old Course from its large, sunny windows. The pool and expansive garden invite indulgence in the leisurely Algarve lifestyle. 

Alluring Albufeira

Virgolino Gomes – Portugal Sotheby’s International Realty

Located between Albufeira and Armação de Pêra, this delightfully geometric detached house overlooks 270 hectares of three world-class golf courses that are part of the Amendoeira Resort. By night, you can play the only illuminated nine-hole golf course in Portugal. By day, you can try your hand at the highly strategic Faldo course designed by Sir Nick Faldo.

A build of over 4,305 square feet with five ensuite bedrooms and an awe-inspiring view of the Nature Park, this home is ideal for those who revel in contemporary comfort and sophistication. With underfloor heating in all bathrooms, a heated swimming pool, and the blissful Mediterranean climate, the property is primed for unwinding after an exhilarating game of golf.

Magnificence at Silves

Virgolino Gomes – Portugal Sotheby’s International Realty

Sprawled across 1.89 acres, this contemporary four-bedroom villa offers panoramic countryside views and carries class-A energy certification for environmentally friendly climate control. A miniature farm on the property, complete with ducks and peacocks, adds a heartwarming rustic touch to the home’s crisp architectural design. 

After a day on the links of championship courses Vale da Pinta and Gramacho, you’ll welcome a dip under the refreshing cascade of the pool’s waterfall feature. Dine al fresco on the expansive terrace with an outdoor kitchen, then watch the stars from the jacuzzi. You’ll enjoy exceptional privacy and luxury details, from heated floors to a double garage. 

Luxury in Lagos

Dário Neto – Portugal Sotheby’s International Realty

Situated on a massive 2.66 acres next door to one of the most picturesque courses, this wonderful shingle-style villa in the Luz area of Lagos, Algarve, is what a golfer’s dreams are made of. With a view of the sea and the whole coast of Portimão, Alvor, Lagos on one side and the Palmares Lagos – Ocean Living & Golf on the other. This course is home to three 9-hole courses: Alvor, Lagos, and Praia, enveloped by Meia Praia. 

The villa’s design embraces form and function through traditional style and contemporary elements. With the Algarve being one of Europe’s sunniest regions, soaking in around 3000 hours of sunshine annually, this villa’s west-facing courtyard is made for sunset gazing, enjoying evening laps along the lengthy pool, and capping off the evening with a cocktail at the swim-up bar. 

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Kamalame Cay, Bahamas | Bahamas Sotheby’s International Realty

Cleverly configured to sleep 6, this 1,400 square foot beachfront villa is located on the private award-winning island of Kamalame Cay. Stylishly furnished with bold, eclectic pieces, indigo blues, and bright whites, French doors encourage natural light and cool ocean breezes to spill through this vacation retreat. Perfectly positioned between partially covered patios that provide panoramic vistas is a combined kitchen and inviting living area.

Connected by hallways are two bedrooms, both of which mirror the other in design. Complete with private ocean-facing balconies and spacious en-suites, each bathroom features his-and-her sinks and stand-alone tub steps from an outdoor shower. In addition to the bedrooms boasting king-sized beds, Indigo Palm includes two sleeping ‘nooks’ nestled in the hallways, discreetly concealed by floor-length curtains they offer the perfect cozy sleeping quarters.Offered turn-key, Indigo Palm includes a 4-seater golf cart.

A stone’s throw from New Providence, Kamalame’s shore is 45 minutes by powerboat and 15 minutes by chartered seaplane or helicopter, with daily scheduled commercial flights available. Ownership at Kamalame Cay affords a combination of luxury living in your secluded beachfront retreat with access to world-class amenities found at an award-winning resort.

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Resort-like living is a breeze at this ultimate modern waterfront Greenwich estate, perched above the Long Island Sound. The stately 11,465-square-foot home honors the integrity of the original 1913 structure while fully embracing contemporary finishes, furnishings, additions, and lifestyle trends.

Greenwich, Connecticut | Leslie McElwreath, Sotheby’s International Realty – Greenwich Brokerage

A thorough 2023 renovation maintained the footprint of the historic residence while effecting appointments and amenities that are undeniably contemporary. The palette is soothingly organic and minimalist, and the floor plan has an easy, airy flow, with streamlined walls and floors of blonde hardwood. Fitting for a waterfront estate, nearly every room enjoys views of or access to the idyllic grounds, delivering an indoor-outdoor lifestyle.

On the light-flooded main level, the formal foyer opens to a library with a fireplace, a dining room for 20 people or more, and a living room with walls of glass that offer cinematic views of the water plus access to one of the estate’s many relaxing alfresco spaces.

A family room with built-in shelving, a fireplace, and effortless patio access connects to the chef’s kitchen, a feat of modern architecture and design, built with full walls of glass on three sides. It is anchored by an island with counter seating, striking sculptural light fixtures, and floating shelves that provide storage space while ensuring that the view remains largely uninterrupted. The breakfast area features a built-in banquette with seemingly endless vistas of the Long Island Sound as well as direct access to a covered skylit wraparound verandah with a built-in grill.

The second level comprises a collection of serene sunlit bedroom suites with fittingly dreamy water views. The owner’s suite includes a bright, spacious bath with double vanities, an oversized steam shower, and private water closet; two expansive dressing rooms—one outfitted with a vanity, two tall windows, and a large-format mirror—a gym with a mirrored wall, large windows, and quintessential Connecticut vistas; and a study with built-in shelves and French doors that open to a sun deck with picture-perfect water views and a minimalist wire railing for more unobstructed outlooks.

Fourth and fifth bedroom suites are secluded on the uppermost level along with two baths and generous storage space. The voluminous top-floor recreation and party room features double-height vaulted ceilings, cozy dormer window seats, a wet bar, a wine refrigerator, and doors to a rooftop deck with views of treetops and the Long Island Sound.

In addition to providing one additional bedroom and bath as well as laundry facilities, the home’s lowest level allows for all manner of entertaining. Highlights include a movie theater; a spectacular wood-clad wine cellar and tasting room with a 1,200-bottle capacity; a lounge with a fireplace and a convenient powder room nearby; and a steam room and sauna. The auto enthusiast will appreciate the attached two-car garage along with the property’s freestanding three-car garage, which is topped by two-bedroom guest quarters.

Strewn with grandfather trees, the blufftop 1.81-acre estate is a veritable private resort. A stone arch introduces a walkway on the home’s northeast side that leads to a tennis court with a raised viewing area, while a water-facing swimming pool and spa with a dramatic rock waterfall are enveloped by a roomy terrace for lounging and basking in the sun. Just above the 292 feet of private water frontage is a landing ideal for seaside cocktails or sightseeing. From here, stairs lead to the boathouse and the enviable floating dock—a rarely available amenity that completes the luxurious coastal New England lifestyle.

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Sotheby’s auction house has kicked off its new video series, “This Month at Sotheby’s,” which provides an engaging visual tour of what is happening at Sotheby’s around the globe.

Property of the Month

Valbonne, France | Côte d’Azur Sotheby’s International Realty

The former vacation home of John F. Kennedy and his family, Domaine de Beaumont, an exquisite estate built in 1920 and designed by architect Jacques Couëlle is for sale asking €31.5 million. The property extends over a wooded park and boasts panoramic views extending to the sea.

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With systems that can monitor and control climate, media, lights, window treatments, and security from nearly anywhere in the world, these three smart homes set high—and high-tech—standards for the finest in modern living.

Consummate California Contemporary

 Michele Altman | Sotheby’s International Realty – Carmel Brokerage

Filled with light and crisp, clean lines, this eye-catching Pebble Beach residence is quintessentially contemporary. Its distinctive semicircular floor plan offers four bedroom suites—including an owner’s suite with a wraparound deck, two walk-in closets, a gas fireplace, and an ocean view—a gourmet kitchen, and sophisticated living and entertaining spaces, many with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the artfully designed outdoor spaces. The home’s state-of-the-art technology includes a Sonos sound system, a whole-house gas generator, a DoorBird smart doorbell, and stylish Lutron window shades and blinds.

Sleek, Smart, and Sophisticated

 Jeffrey Hobgood | Sotheby’s International Realty – Beverly Hills Brokerage

This eye-catching contemporary residence enjoys a prime location on a convenient corner lot. The primary suite, its balcony, and the enviable upper-level deck ​​bask in views that stretch across the city. On the main level, Fleetwood glass doors open to a luxurious backyard with a soothing pool and spa and space for alfresco dining. A Control4 system operates many of the home’s systems, from lights, sound, window shades, climate, and security to the driveway gate and pool and spa controls.

Lofty, Light-Filled Living

 Chris Poore | Sotheby’s International Realty – Downtown Manhattan Brokerage

This chic two-level home in the stylish Village Mews cooperative benefits from the building’s location on a lovely tree-lined street in Greenwich Village. In addition to a private courtyard garden and designated parking, the two-bedroom residence enjoys a generous living and dining room with lofty ceilings, a streamlined chef’s kitchen with Thermador appliances and a banquette, and ample storage space. Smart amenities include a Nest system that controls multizone heating and air conditioning, Lutron lighting, and built-in Sonos speakers.

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Highlights from this week’s top news stories on luxury and global real estate, art, collectibles, and home.

Tulsa, Oklahoma | Sage Sotheby’s International Realty

Set in Tulsa, Oklahoma, the sprawling 1920s landmark is adorned with cement textile blocks and 5,200 panes of glass.

 

Frank Lloyd Wright’s Legendary Westhope Hits the Market at $8M – Dwell

Five of the Strongest Luxury Housing Markets in the U.S. Right Now – Barron’s 

A lakefront longhouse asks for $2m in the Hudson Valley – The Spaces

$625,000 Homes in Minnesota, Rhode Island and Kentucky – The New York Times

Tred Avon River House – Uncrate

Jackie Kennedy’s former Washington home is on the market for £21 million – House & Garden

Seeking $2.1M, This Art Nouveau Home in Brussels Is an Architectural Jewel Box – Dwell

This Destination Is the ‘Best-kept Secret in Northeast Florida’ — and One of the State’s Last Hidden Real Estate Gems – Travel + Leisure

Grand 1937 Estate in the Heart of Atlanta’s Affluent Buckhead Neighborhood Gets a $4 Million Price Cut – Mansion Global

Behold This Unbelievable “Mirror House” for Sale in Pittsburgh – Apartment Therapy

Vermont’s Most Expensive Home Showcases State’s Spectacular Beauty for $20M – Realtor.com

7 Luxury Homes in the U.S. That Will Elevate Your Golf Game – Robb Report

Hot Property: Beach Within Reach in North Falmouth – Boston Herald

Carol Burnett Sells Longtime LA Condo for $3.7M – The New York Post

BeautyRx Co-Founder Asks $28M for a Waterfront Colonial-Modern Hybrid – Cottages & Gardens

6 Fabulous Homes Built in the 1970s – The Week

$2.7 Million Homes in California – The New York Times

Homes for Sale in New York and Connecticut – The New York Times

Featuring curated videos from the most sought-after destinations the world over, discover this  week’s Video of the Week.

Carlsbad, California | Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty

This stunning oceanfront three-story contemporary home was created architectural and interior designer Tiffani Baumgart, who created an experience like no other. It’s all in the details: this bespoke home was carefully thought out with custom high-quality elements that took years to gather from around the globe. Both the home and designer have been featured in: The Wall Street Journal, Architectural Digest, Better Homes & Gardens, MyDomaine, Mansion Global, and Modern Luxury.

The achromatic color scheme creates striking patterns and textures that uniquely adorn each room. The color scheme allows the dramatic focal points of the ocean and sunsets to be accentuated through every room of the house. The element of light is carefully layered into the design, from the movement of the sun, to the soothing glow from the dimmable lights that are controlled with a Lutron system. This smart home is easily controlled from anywhere in the world with your smart phone to construct any desired mood, where you can situate the lights, blinds, heat and hot tub.

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From its quiet tree-lined street in Pacific Heights, this five-level 1911 residence presents an enchanting historic charm, with a pitched gabled roofline, decorative trim, clapboard siding, arched and bay windows, and dentil moldings that bring to mind the homes of storybooks.

San Francisco, California | Neil Bassi, Sotheby’s International Realty – San Francisco Brokerage

But from the backyard—a private south-facing retreat with meticulously designed patio and terrace space—the feel is decidedly contemporary, with clean lines and angles, minimal detailing, and expansive surfaces of glass brought to bear by Design Line Construction’s impressive rebuild, which was guided by prolific Bay Area architect John Maniscalco.

The home’s unique interiors combine elements of both aesthetics, with timeless honey-hued hardwood floors and lovely arched and diamond-paned period windows harmonizing with sleek millwork and storage elements, artful light fixtures, a sculptural staircase, an easy modern flow, all-new systems and infrastructure, a Waupaca elevator linking four of the five levels, and electric vehicle chargers in the two-car garage.

Stylish living and entertaining are effortless here, with appealing public spaces on multiple levels. The main floor features a light-flooded living and dining area adjoined by a chic powder room, a streamlined kitchen with an island and enviable Miele appliances, and a relaxed but refined great room with a casual living and dining space, eye-catching built-ins, and a warming fireplace surrounded by plaster and Calacatta marble. Amid a wall of windows, a glass door opens to access the backyard.

A second great room on the lowest level augments options for relaxation and recreation with its kitchenette, living and dining space, plentiful built-ins, and a wall ideal for home state-of-the-art home theater components. Through a disappearing wall of glass, this floor flows directly to the alluring outdoor spaces. On the uppermost floor, a lofty lounge with built-in speakers and views of neighboring homes opens to a deck and a living roof garden. A second space with a wet bar and an iconic Golden Gate Bridge vista could serve as an office or an additional entertaining area.

Primary private quarters are secluded on the third level. The owner’s suite begins with a wall of streamlined built-in storage, beyond which are a bedroom gazing south through the treetops, a magnificent custom closet with generous built-ins, and a sophisticated spa-like bath with dual vanities and both a shower and a soaking tub. Each of the three guest bedrooms on this level includes a closet and an en suite bath. The ground level is ideal for guest quarters with its two bedrooms, two baths, office, laundry facilities, ample storage, garage access, and private entrance.

Steps from Alta Plaza Park, the restaurants and shops of Fillmore Street, and the verdant expanse of the historic Presidio, this home is quintessentially San Franciscan, bridging the gap between classic early-20th-century preferences and the de rigueur details of 21st-century comfort and convenience.

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From a spectacular contemporary home in Scottsdale, Arizona, to an elegant estate in Calgary, Canada, these are this month’s five featured notable properties for sale over $10 million.

Turtle Tail, Turks and Caicos Islands

Nina Siegenthaler, Joe Zahm | Turks & Caicos Sotheby’s International Realty

Above clear turquoise waters, carved into the organic ridge of the elevated iron shore landscape at the outpost of the Turtle Tail peninsula, is Nivå, a site with sunrise and sunset vistas designed in unison with its environment. The home is one of a limited collection of only six island retreats developed by Windward and designed by Ström Architects that capture the horizon and celebrate the power of clean lines, flowing spaces and the most refined finishes.

Mount Desert, Maine

Marika Alexis Clark, Glenn Jonsson | Legacy Properties Sotheby’s International Realty

One of the last opportunities to own an authentic saltwater farm on Maine’s renowned Mount Desert Island, this bucolic and private 12+/- acre waterfront setting, formerly known as Maura’s Meadow and now home to Whistle Pig Farm, is situated perfectly overlooking Pretty Marsh Harbor on the highly coveted “quiet side” of the island.

Port d’Andratx, Spain

Alejandra Vanoli | Mallorca Sotheby’s International Realty

This beautiful villa was completely renovated in 2011 and is located in the exclusive residential area of Monport and was built meticulously to the highest standards. The home is highlighted by a Mediterranean-style garden, beautiful terraces, and an infinity pool perfect for relaxing and entertaining guests. The outdoor living spaces are perfectly oriented towards the south, where one can enjoy the breathtaking views of the port of Puerto de Andratx.

Scottsdale, Arizona

Karen Baldwin | Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty

This spectacular contemporary home designed by Shelby Wilson is located in the private setting of the Village of Deer Run. A true work of modern art with mountain, golf course, desert and sunset views, the home’s walls are covered with desert soil, not only for their ecological benefits, but also as an efficient insulation system.

Calgary, Canada

Corinne Poffenroth | Sotheby’s International Realty Canada

This elegant ‘castle’ emanates modern sophistication with soaring ceilings and light filled interiors, boasting architectural grandeur and meticulous design. Situated on nearly an acre with expansive landscaped grounds, this magnificent estate is the largest and only gated property in Aspen Heights, boasting the utmost in exclusivity, security and privacy.

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