Inside Rob Lowe’s California Estate, Now for Sale
Heart-throb actor of screen and television Rob Lowe and his wife Sheryl listed their estate in Montecito, California for $47 million in July, and are still awaiting a lucky buyer. Located in a star-studded neighborhood, whoever buys this home will be living among some of the world’s biggest stars, including Oprah Winfrey, Ellen DeGeneres, and Gwyneth Paltrow.
The Impact of Accents
Meant to add that perfect finishing touch, accent pieces carry an important weight when it comes to completing a room’s design — from the size of a mirror or its frame to the brightness of matching lamps. High-end brand Frontgate understands the impact these items have on a space and offers an assortment of essential furnishings that bring that space together.
All-Inclusive: Blending Classical and Contemporary Design in LA
Offering a one-stop shop for high-end design — architecture, landscape architecture and interior design services under a single roof on Los Angeles’ famed Miracle Mile — is Studio William Hefner.
Global Sweet Spots: Cutting-Edge Creations Around the World
Innovative pastry chefs around the world are presenting cutting-edge creations while respecting centuries-old traditions. Most celebrity chefs specialize in savory courses while those who master sweets — the very dishes that put an exclamation point on any memorable meal — toil in relative obscurity.
New Game from Luxury Travel Company Inspires Clients
The Great Game is a tailored journey that includes challenges, clues, puzzles and chance encounters to help you discover a location in a completely new and engaging way.
Opulence Without Guilt: Indulging While Making the World a Better Place
The website Olivela allows customers to shop for luxury fashion and beauty products, knowing that a portion of all proceeds goes to designated charities.
Captivating Copper
Ditch overused gold and silver trends for charming copper hues that will add to your home’s modern, yet cozy atmosphere.Copper’s versatility is why you should incorporate it into your decor this year. The range of shades, from pale soft tones to rich and deep copper allows for designers to work with a material and color that is complex. Silver and gold are classic, but copper is an exciting touch of diversity amongst tradition.
Gourmet Food Halls
Offering variety, convenience and a sense of community, these food courts for grown-ups are being embraced across the country. Teenagers hanging out at the local shopping mall may consume greasy pizza and hot dogs on sticks, but reimagining the food court with high epicurean standards is a hot development trend. Across the country, sophisticated food halls are filling historic buildings in reenergized downtowns.
Travel Designers
The Internet may have killed the travel agent, but increasing demand for customized and curated experiences has created a new niche. To some, “travel agent” may be a term of the past. Replaced in part by technological strides and the rise of the internet, travel agents have been in decline in recent years and that trend is set to continue over the next decade. Yet, a new class of travel experts altogether are gaining traction — travel designers, who offer high-end curated trips based on their own personal travel expertise.
Q&A: Kitchen Design Brand Showcases “True” Luxury
Handcrafted in America since 1945, True Residential’s commitment to American-made products goes all the way back to its beginnings as a commercial refrigeration company in St. Louis. In today’s world, where design is specialized and unique for every home, particularly in the kitchen, the brand remains vital to the industry. A team of designers at True Residential spoke with Unique Homes about the brand’s influence on kitchen design, both in the home and commercial spaces.
Four Concepts Trending for Your Bath This Fall
Luxury brand Maison Valentina offers unique design tips to showcase the most popular 2018 fall trends that redefine the bath. As one of the most private spaces in the home, the bath is meant to reflect personality. As a result, the space isn’t limited to just one style or concept. Designers encourage homeowners to have fun and mix together aspects from different trends to achieve the look that most reflects you. Sam Bousfield, the founder and creator of the Switchblade, equivocates the dynamic vehicle with a time machine.
Out of Orbit: Agents Aim High Pricing Ultra-Luxury Homes
As the numbers climb into uncharted territory, one word emerges characterizing prices and properties at the pinnacle of residential real estate. Not too long ago, the possibility of even a $200 million home seemed outrageous. Today the most expensive home for sale in the U.S., dubbed The One, is more than twice that amount. Also off the charts is a square footage almost double that of the White House.
Curiously Stunning Textiles Inspired by the Ocean
The Curious Crowd collection is brought to us by Ghislaine Viñas at HBF Textiles, and it brings the designer’s connection with water to life through aquatic influences. Viñas was born in the Netherlands and raised in South Africa. Later she studied interior design at Philadelphia University and went on to establish a successful design firm in New York in 1999.
Sub-Zero, Wolf, And Cove Launch New Showroom In Miami
The 7,500 sq. foot designer space features more than 135 premium Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove products and illustrates product innovation with unique culinary experiences. Now on display in the heart of the Miami Design District, Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove open their newest showroom, which showcases premium refrigeration, wine preservation, cooking equipment, and luxury dishwashing.
TV Producer Begins Global Expedition
TV Producer Rachael Jerahian plans to visit all 50 U.S. states along with every sovereign nation, and that is just the beginning. Regardless of sex or financial status, Rachael Jerahian wants everyone to overcome their inhibitions and, “embrace exploration:” desire to tour the world and expand horizons without fear of being alone. Being alone is what initially gave Jerahian the strength to begin her travels, and she hasn’t looked back since.
The Search is On for HGTV’s Ultimate House 2018
HGTV’s Ultimate House Hunt 2018 has teamed up with Luxury Portfolio International for the seventh consecutive year, kicking off the quest to find the ultimate luxury home in several categories, including waterfront homes, curb appeal, homes with history, and more.
Private French Polynesian Island Listed for $42 Million
Motu Tane, a 9.6-acre private island located in the lagoon of Bora Bora, is dotted with 1,500 coconut palms and native flora, and 22 separate structures to create a remote, garden-like retreat.
The Future of Luxxu Luxury Lighting
Luxxu, hitting the market of luxury lighting in 2015, is looking to bring unique Portuguese design to the global market. CEO of Luxxu, João Barros, discusses what is coming next for this brand and why this is a project of which he is proud.
Fabulous Finds: Construction Underway on New Los Angeles Condos
Capturing the charm of Silver Lake, Vica is a unique mixed-use real estate offering that will be the first new condominium development in the Los Angeles neighborhood in 10 years. Vica, meaning “the life,” was developed to complement the eclectic vibe of the neighborhood and the community.
Furniture for Savoring Every Moment of Summer
Whether at a resort, beach club, or in your backyard, Vondom takes the spotlight. The sleekness of each piece brings a sense of elegance to any commercial or residential space. Minimalists will love Vondom’s collections. The lines, fabrics, and colors all create a sense of peace that ensures total relaxation.
Timbers Kiawah Ocean Club and Residences To Open in South Carolina
Located just 30 minutes south of Charleston, the Timbers Kiawah is the first private residence club on Kiawah Island, South Carolina. Developers unveiled the first model residence at this exclusive new property, which is slated to open in October. It will feature 21 residences in 3 oceanfront buildings, every room having a panoramic view of the Atlantic.
French Romance: 33-Acre Estate Inspired by France
Few estates can be considered a work of art, but arrive at the property featured on our cover and you find it takes a moment to take it all in. Ducks paddle in front of an antique millhouse next to a quarter-acre pond. Vine-covered bridges and stone paths twine among four cascading ponds. The setting is as idyllic as Monet’s gardens that inspired the landscape.
Making A Blanket Statement
Statement throw blankets are the perfect way to seasonally decorate, soften a space, and bring a personal touch into any room.
Prize-winning Architect Designs Luxury Condominium Shaped By Light
Pritzker Prize-winning architect Renzo Piano, a true visionary whom Time magazine named as one of the top 100 most influential people in the world, has made his first addition to the New York skyline at 565 Broome in SoHo.
How To Weather The Decor Dilemmas of Modern Farmhouse
Revamping past trends is hardly a new concept, but modernizing farmhouse decor can still be a challenge. Avoid cliches and break away from traditional choices that can make a space feel themed and overdone.