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Broker Kurt Rappaport Delivers Record-Breaking Sale of Malibu Mansion

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Rappaport beat his own sales record with the $120 million off-market deal to Canadian billionaire developer Daryl Katz.

Westside Estate Agency co-founder and CEO Kurt Rappaport has sold his 7-bedroom Malibu mansion to Canadian billionaire Daryl Katz for $120 million. The home was designed by architectural designer Scott Mitchell, whose clients include Larry Ellison and Jeffrey Katzenberg.

The off-the-market deal, which closed on Friday, Feb. 9 according to the New York Post, had been rumored to be on the rocks in December, though neither Rappaport nor Katz would comment at the time on the nature of the alleged snafu, as The Real Deal reported.

Rappaport has broken his own record for selling the priciest home in Los Angeles — the previous record-holder was his $85 million sale of David Geffen’s Malibu estate, which he brokered last May.

The sale of his 15,000-square-foot home included everything inside the home, which is reported to include artwork by Damien Hirst, Ed Ruscha and Sterling Ruby. The house was rented out for $750,000 per month, and contains a private screening room, home gym and the longest pool in the state at 168 feet.

Katz is estimated to be worth just over $3 billion and owns the NHL franchise, the Edmonton Oilers. His wealth comes from managing pharmacy chains, including Rexall. However, now his company, Katz Group, has turned to real estate. The Katz Group is leading a more than $2 billion redevelopment project in Edmonton known as the ICE District and built a new arena for the Oilers in the city, according to Forbes.

Photo courtesy of Westside Estate Agency

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Quaint Vermont Home Goes on Market for $4.995 Million

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Above the quaint, historic village of Lincoln, in Addison County, Vermont — known for its scenic beauty and rural character — this private mountain retreat sits on 24 acres with an open field, pond, woods and streams.

Listed for $4.995 million by Brian Boardman of Coldwell Banker Hickok and Boardman, the compound includes a spectacular main house, guesthouse and rustic cabin in the woods.
“This is a true Vermont experience,” says Boardman. “The expansive rolling lawns, large swimming pond and woods for hiking or cross-country skiing are some of the owner’s favorite features.”
The main house offers a striking exterior with cedar shingles, brick and stone siding and a copper roof. An expansive deck in the back offers the perfect place to entertain and enjoy the views. Inside, features include a great room with 24-foot ceilings, catering kitchen breakfast room, office and a master wing with two bedrooms and baths. The walk-out lower level includes two more bedroom suites, an exercise room, spa, pool and sauna. A geo-thermal heating system, radiant floor heat and solar panels add the final touches.
“The main house, with its casual comfortable feel, is very informal, yet the finishes and details are exquisite,” says Boardman.
The three-bedroom, 3,200-square-foot, post-and-beam guesthouse showcases a stone fireplace, south-facing dining area and a first-floor master suite with office space. A charming cabin rounds out the property offering a rare private mountain estate.
“The guesthouse is an easy walk to the main house and the rustic cabin overlooks a stream and has its own special feel,” says Boardman. “It’s very exciting, as an agent, to represent such a unique and extraordinary property.”

“The guesthouse is an easy walk to the main house and the rustic cabin overlooks a stream and has its own special feel. It’s very exciting, as an agent, to represent such a unique and extraordinary property.”

 

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Kettal Launches New Puff Design and Rope Collection

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Kettal’s outdoor decoration collection includes a wide variety of products, ranging from planters and fire pits to floor lamps and side tables.

Kettal, a designer and manufacturer of timeless outdoor furnishings for home and commercial uses, has developed a range of exterior decoration and design products in its new puff design and rope collection, Kettal Objects.
Kettal Objects is a range of outdoor decoration products, which includes puffs, planters, fire pits and oil lamps designed by Emiliana Design Studio. Emiliana Design Studio was set up by Ana and Emili in Barcelona in 1996 after they graduated from London’s Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design. Their work is characterized by its ability to give each project a fresh conceptual approach, experimentation with materials and for proactively involving the user without compromising functional, technical or production aspects.
Kettal has extended its new collection with the introduction of a new puff, constructed of aluminum and one of the ‘Bela Ropes’ 17-color rope range designed by Doshi Levien. Doshi Levien is an internationally acclaimed design studio founded by designers Nipa Doshi and Jonathan Levien. The two designers have been working together for more than ten years in their London-based design studio.
The Kettal Objects collection also includes a sideboard, room divider, floor lamp, parasols, side table and tray by Kettal Studio, an oil lamp and fire pit by Emiliana Design Studio, candleholders and outdoor rugs (200 x 294 cm) by Patricia Urquiola, rugs (200 x 300 cm and 300 x 400 cm), terrain cushions and geometrics fabrics by Doshi Levien and three models of lamp — floor, table and battery-powered — by Michel Charlot.

Photos courtesy of Kettal

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Featured Agents: Hedy Joyce, Keri Lin and Allyson Lin of Coldwell Banker Bain

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Hedy Joyce

Keri Lynn

Allyson Lin

Coldwell Banker Bain Global Luxury

H: 206.406.7275 | K: 425.395.6780 | A: 425.305.8028
hedyjoyce@cbbain.com | kerilin@cbbain.com | allysonlin@cbbain.com

Featured Listing by Hedy Joyce, Keri Lin and Allyson Lin

BELLEVUE, WASHINGTON

10415 NE 15th Street

Stunning luxury residence — nothing compromised — offers the finest craftsman wood and detailing with nuances of transitional/contemporary features; a superb blend of aesthetics for a particular buyer looking for quality construction. The home features excellent flow pattern throughout the main floor, a large office, guest en suite with a separate butler/formal sitting and dining room, and kitchen with nook and family room. Garden kitchen and sink with fire pits. Luxurious master suite/spa bath plus 4 bedrooms en suite; media and bonus. MLS#12402

$3,898,000

Hedy Joyce, Keri Lin and Allyson Lin originally appeared as  Elite agents in the Unique Homes Spring ’18: Elite edition. See their page here.

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Featured Agent: Terry Potts of Country Club Properties

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Terry Potts

Country Club Properties

183 West Main Street  |  Highlands, NC 28741

828.526.2520  |  Fax: 828.526.2470  |  ccp4terry@gmail.com  |  www.ccphighlandsnc.com

Country Club Properties is a fully independent real estate brokerage firm serving the country club market in the Highlands-Cashiers area. Completely independent from any developers, speculators or sales programs, Country Club Properties offers an untethered relationship. Area country clubs include Highlands, Wildcat Cliffs, Old Edwards Club, Mountaintop Club, Trillium Links Club, Cullasaja Club and Highlands Falls. Whether your interest is buying or selling real estate in the Highlands area, give Country Club Properties a call!

Featured Listing by Terry Potts

HIGHLANDS, NORTH CAROLINA

The best long-range view in Highlands

Overlooking parts of NC, SC and GA, this property has views and so much more. Winding along a private road, you will be surrounded by nearly a mile of native forests before reaching the entrance drive of this estate of over 6 acres. MLS #86778
$2,900,000
 

 

Terry Potts originally appeared as an Elite agent in the Unique Homes Spring ’18: Elite edition. See his page here.

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Featured Agent: Eugenia Foxworth of Foxworth Realty

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Eugenia Foxworth

Foxworth Realty

15424 Amsterdam Ave., Suite #2, New York, NY 10031

212.368.4902 | eugenia@foxworthrealtyonline.com | www.foxworthrealtyonline.com

Eugenia Foxworth is a unique real estate Broker “without borders” specializing in exceptional Properties in New York City, Riverdale, NY and Internationally. She has acquired a reputation with both buyers and sellers as someone who can make a deal happen through her tenacity, knowledge of the market, professionalism and personality. She has established a reputation for “being out of the box” while getting the job done, therefore this economy does not phase her. Ms. Foxworth is the President/Owner of Foxworth Realty. She is a New York State licensed Broker, CIPS (Certified International Property Specialist), a member of REBNY (Real Estate Board of New York), NYRS (New York Residential Specialist), NAR (National Association of Realtors), MANAR (Manhattan Association of Realtors), NYSAR (NY State Association of Realtors), MWBE (Minority & Women-Owned Business Enterprise) and is on the Executive Board of Directors for FIABCI-USA (the International Federation of Real Estate) that is an NGO (non-governmental organization) with the United Nations and is in 65 countries.

Featured Listing by Eugenia Foxworth

RIVERDALE, NEW YORK

The Whitehall

The Whitehall has long been recognized by real estate influencers as the premier residence in Riverdale. The latest addition to this unique property is this 30,000-square-foot green roof. The largest development of its kind that boasts walking paths, picnic areas, tree-shaded and open-sun seating areas, a hot pit, children’s playground and the finest glass-domed indoor pool in the area. Designed by Genie Masucci, principal of G. Masucci Architects in consultation with Site Works, one of the landscape consultants to Manhattan’s renowned High Line.

Price upon request.

 

Eugenia Foxworth originally appeared as an Elite agent in the Unique Homes Spring ’18: Elite edition. See her page here.

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San Jose’s Newest High-Rise Community Breaks Ground

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This New High-Rise Residential Community will Redefine Downtown San Jose Skyline.

San Jose-based Bayview Development Group has announced the groundbreaking of MIRO, San Jose’s newest luxury high-rise residential apartment community. Prominently located across from city hall along East Santa Clara Street, MIRO’s two captivating towers will be home to more than 600 residences and 20,000 square feet of retail and commercial space.
“We recognize the renaissance occurring in downtown San Jose and are excited to be part of the growing and dynamic mix of housing and jobs with entertainment venues and cultural, government and educational institutions in the area,” said Ted McMahon, vice president of Finance and Development for Bayview Development Group. “We look forward to breaking ground, the topping off party and moving new residents into MIRO and downtown San Jose.”

Designed by Steinberg Hart, the iconic towers will introduce a new level of high-rise live-work-play living to the vibrant downtown. To be completed in 2020, the luxury residences will be available in a mix of one-, two- and three-bedroom layouts, including 16 penthouses. Residents will have access to over 50,000 square feet of thoughtfully curated top-of-the-line amenities, including a rooftop pool, concierge services, fitness, spa facilities, pet facilities, fire pits and rooftop lounges boasting unparalleled views of the city’s skyline.
 

“MIRO sets a new standard for luxury residential living while helping to create a vibrant, engaging community through its balance of residential, commercial and retail offerings,” said MIRO architect, Rob Steinberg. “Our firm was founded in this city and we have been engaged in the community for many years. It’s an exciting time for downtown San Jose, and we’re honored to be able to contribute to defining our city skyline through architecture that elevates the design dialogue in San Jose.”
The general contractor is Suffolk, a construction management company using advanced tools such as virtual design and construction, virtual reality technologies and lean construction principles.

  • 28 stories, 298 feet — Tallest buildings in San Jose
  • Over 600 residences
  • 1,000,000 square feet of space
  • 50,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor amenity space for residents
  • 20,000 square feet of retail and commercial space
  • Steps from future downtown BART station

 

Photos courtesy of Steinberg Hart

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Best NYC Homes for Every Stage in a Relationship

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Whether you’re celebrating a first home or enjoying life as new parents, these are the best New York City homes for any romantic situation.

Welcoming Little Ones

Circa Central Park is the perfect place for young families to call home. The Upper West Side residential development has an array of amenities conducive to inspiring the minds of youngsters. In addition to a children’s playroom and tween room, Circa offers an environment that stimulates education, socialization and fun. Residence 3G, priced at $4.5 million, boasts a spacious layout outfitted with 3-bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, the perfect setup for a family-friendly environment.
 

Photo courtesy of FXCollaborative

The Single Life

The one bedroom apartment at 525W52 offers residents hotel-like amenities, making each day a new adventure for those living the single life. The team at 525W52 works to curate attention-grabbing experiences for residents and their guests including book club in the library, film series in the screening room, social events on the rooftop and day trips. For those newly living on their own, 525W52 offers opportunities to connect with neighborhoods.
 

Photo courtesy of 525 West 52nd Street

Empty Nesting

Retirees living at the d’Orsay will appreciate the building’s classy interior design by renowned French designer Jacques Garcia. Two-bedroom, two-bathroom Residence 5B, priced at $3,175,000, has the perfect amount of space for couples wishing to host friends and family visiting from out of town or spend quality time with the grandchildren.

 

Photo courtesy of The Neighborhood

Moving in Together

Couples shacking up together for the first time have a lot on their plate, but Fifty Third and Eighth offers a stress-free move-in process through a unique partnership with Design Within Reach, where buyers can purchase a unit fully-outfitted.
 

Photo courtesy of Fifty Third and Eighth

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French Ski Resorts Welcome Winter Olympics

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Skiingproperty.com acknowledges the Winter Olympics’ history in the French Alps by highlighting four essential ski resorts.

South Korea’s hosting of the 2018 Winter Olympics in February offered an opportunity to promote winter sports to the world while demonstrating the diversity of today’s skiing destinations, according to Skiingproperty.com.
“The Winter Olympics is always exciting and it will be no different in PyeongChang,” said Skiingproperty.com director Julian Walker. “This hugely popular quadrennial event was in fact born in the French Alps, specifically in Chamonix in 1924. It returned to France in 1968, to Grenoble, and then again in 1992, to Albertville. For those French resorts that were fortunate enough to participate, the Olympics helped put them on the map and have become an important part of their history.”

Les Arcs — Speed skiing

Part of the Paradiski ski area in the Savoie region, Les Arcs hosted the exhilarating speed skiing at the 1992 Winter Olympics. The event involves skiing as fast as possible down a straight downhill run, such that competitors often exceed 200 kilometres per hour. The resort’s Olympic speed run, known as the ‘Kilometre Lancé’ (Flying Kilometre), is in the Aiguille Rouge area of Les Arcs 2000, where the slopes are especially steep. Pro speed skiers still use it today while the public can use it under supervision. Skiingproperty.com has new-build apartments in Les Arcs, available from €200,000.

Méribel — Ice hockey and Alpine skiing

Picturesque Méribel, a favourite with British skiers, is located in the centre of the vast Trois Vallées ski area, making it ideally placed for hosting two events at the 1992 Olympics — the ice hockey and women’s Alpine skiing. A legacy of this is the resort’s impressive indoor ice rink, the Patinoire Olympique, built for the Olympics and which now includes a swimming pool and restaurant. Skiingproperty.com has luxury property for sale in Méribel, including the newly built 4-bedroom chalets from €2.9 million.

Val d’Isère — Alpine skiing

Testament to the quality of the slopes around trendy Val d’Isère, the resort played a key part in the 1992 Olympics. Part of the Espace Killy ski area, which includes Tignes, the resort hosted all bar one of the men’s Alpine skiing events, including the downhill, super-G, giant slalom and combined. The resort’s famous Face de Bellevarde, a thrilling black run, was integral to these events and today remains a highlight of skiing at Val d’Isère. Skiingproperty.com has luxury off-plan apartments in Val d’Isere, available from €1.3 million.

Courchevel — Ski jumping and Nordic combined

Internationally exclusive Courchevel played its part in the 1992 Olympics by hosting the jumping and Nordic combined at its Le Praz (1,300) village. The Courchevel Valley also benefited from the creation of accommodation for competitors in the village of La Tania. Skiingproperty.com has new luxury apartments in Courchevel, available from €825,000.

Photos courtesy of SkiingProperty.com

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First-Ever Crystal Lagoon in U.S. Is Filled

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Metro Development Group, a leading Tampa developer of master planned communities, has completed the first-ever Crystal Lagoons’ amenity in the U.S.

After much anticipation and excitement, the long-awaited first Crystal Lagoons’ amenity is full as of today, forever changing the landscape of master planned communities. Metro Development Group commemorated the first-ever Crystal Lagoons’ amenity in the U.S. with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Jan. 5.
“Metro Development Group is excited to be the first to bring this amazing amenity to the U.S.,” said Greg Singleton, president of Metro Development Group. “We have celebrated many milestones with Crystal Lagoons over the past two years and we are proud to have earned the distinction of being the first developer to inaugurate a Crystal Lagoons’ amenity in the U.S.”
To mark the occasion, Metro is planning an exciting grand opening celebration in spring 2018 where Olympic Gold Medalist Michael Phelps is scheduled to appear.
Residents will soon enjoy the 7.5-acre crystal-clear lagoon and a variety of aquatic recreational activities, such as swimming, kayaking and stand-up paddle boarding. The lagoon at Epperson will have exciting features, including a waterslide, private cabanas, swim-up bar, tidal pool, an entertainment plaza and much more.
Metro Development Group partnered with Crystal Lagoons back in September 2015 to be the first developer to bring these crystal-clear lagoons to the U.S. Epperson is the first of five lagoon projects that Metro is building in Florida. Metro is the first U.S. developer to get approved plans, first to break ground, and now Metro is the first developer to fill a Crystal Lagoons’ amenity in the U.S.
Now that the first of Metro’s five planned lagoons is full, the others won’t be too far behind. Metro Development Group will soon break ground on a second Lagoon at the Metro Places community Southshore Bay, located in Southern Hillsborough County in early 2018. Upon completion, each lagoon uses 50 times less water compared to a park of the same size and 30 times less water than an 18-hole golf course. The lagoon is maintained by Crystal Lagoons’ ultra-sonic technology that uses sensors to monitor the quality of the crystal-clear water. This sustainable technology also uses 100 times less chemicals than a traditional swimming pool and uses up to 50 times less energy than conventional pool filtration systems.
This first full Crystal Lagoons’ amenity in the nation is also part of the first ever Connected City, which has been designated the first “Smart Gigabit Community” in the country to be built from the ground up. Metro Places exclusive technology, ULTRAFi, provides the fastest internet and WiFi speeds in the nation throughout the homes, the community and the lagoon.

Photos courtesy of Metro Development Group

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