Choosing the perfect venue to host an intimate family gathering or special occasion can be the key to success. Like an artist putting brush to canvas, if the scene is not set there will be no masterpiece. With the myriad of homes available for short stays, how can we be sure that we will not be met by surprises? Sometimes […]

The 1960s-listed office block turned luxury residential building, Francesc Macià 10, is the work of developer Squircle Capital and Brazilian architect Marcio Kogan’s design firm Studio MK27. The whole development is yet to reach completion, but the developers unveiled this third-floor apartment last year, giving a glimpse of what else is to come. Jointly designed by Marcio Kogan and the […]

The name La Finca — which means “the farm” — is something of a misnomer: It’s actually one of Madrid’s most exclusive residential estates. This home does have a huge plot of land, encompassing 46,285 sq ft, but you won’t find any agriculture here. Instead, manicured lawns sheltered by trees accommodate a large pool and outdoor living and dining areas, […]

Belle Isnarde lies at the heart of Saint-Tropez. It’s close to the idyllic town’s boutique-lined alleys as well as an easy stroll from the area’s small sandy beaches. The villa covers 5,920 sq ft and is tucked into a peaceful coastal spot with flourishing greenery and uninterrupted sea views. Gaze out at the garden and ocean from every window of […]

This 12.8-acre Belgravia estate has been out of public reach for over 150 years. Formerly owned by the British Army, the land was sold to real estate firm Qatari Diar Europe LLP in 2007, and it’s poised to become one of the world’s most prestigious addresses, with the first phase set to reach completion this spring. Once it’s finished, the […]

The Vintage Club sits in a natural cove at the base of Eisenhower Mountain in Indian Wells; this prestigious community has been named California’s number one club by Platinum Clubs of America. Tee off on the Mountain or Desert Golf Course; perfect your serve on the tennis court; and keep up your wellness routine at the health club and spa […]

Fisher Island’s most expensive listing yet, this penthouse is the jewel in the private oasis’s crown. The tropical enclave is fringed with whitesand shores and comes with an abundance of amenities including marinas, tennis courts, a restaurant, spa and even a school. The 10-story, Kobi Karp-designed building, Palazzo Della Luna, pays tribute to the island’s original development — the circa-1936 […]

This impressive triplex penthouse features five bedrooms, five and a half bathrooms, a 221-sq-ft balcony looking down on Park Avenue (and nine Juliette balconies), plus a 1,443-sq-ft private rooftop with a wood-burning fireplace, outdoor kitchen and swimming pool overlooking the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir in Central Park. Relax on the balcony of the great room on the 16th floor; cook […]

An impressive roster of designers played a part in the realization of 38 Ocean Course Drive. James Choate of Surber Barber Choate + Hertlein Architects came up with the architectural plan, master builder Russ Cooper Associates executed his ideas and Nancy Braithwaite took on the seaside retreat’s interiors. Acclaimed landscape designer Sheila Wertimer complemented this with manicured hedges and a […]