Reside | Fall 2025

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Welcome TO THE FALL 2025 EDITION OF RESIDE.

As the seasons shift, this issue invites you to discover the ways art, design, and culture continue to shape the places we call home. From the frescofilled castles of Renaissance Tuscany to the resurgence of luxury living in San Francisco, the stories within these pages reflect the truly global scope of Sotheby’s International Realty. As a proud affiliate, we see these features as reminders that extraordinary living transcends borders, even as our focus remains rooted in the communities we serve across Long Island, Brooklyn, and Queens.

You’ll also find inspiration in sculptural gardens, layered interiors, and the transformative power of signature fragrances within the home. We explore how tapestries, once the domain of royalty, are reemerging as refined complements to contemporary spaces, and how sophisticated game rooms are redefining leisure for today’s discerning homeowner.

At Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty, we see these stories as more than features on a

page. They reflect the spirit of our clients and the enduring value of a life well lived where every home is a canvas for creativity, comfort, and connection. And within this issue, I’m especially proud to share our own hand-selected portfolio of properties, each one thoughtfully chosen to embody the art of living well.

As always, I hope the pages of Reside spark new ideas and encourage you to experience your world in fresh and meaningful ways this season.

DEIRDRE O’CONNELL Chief Executive Officer

Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty

14 The Soulful Minimalist

Kulapat Yantrasast, the art world’s go-to architect, tells Francesca Perry how he puts happiness at the heart of his residential designs.

22 Sculpture for All Seasons

Adding works of art to a garden starts and ends with observation—Elfreda Pownall is inspired by some of the world’s greatest examples.

30 Fun and Games

Kate Youde gets on board with the latest in luxury interiors: sophisticated games rooms for grown-ups with not a screen in sight.

36 On the Scent

Signature fragrances aren’t just for your skin, discovers Jessica Klingelfuss. The design world is also tuning into their transformative power.

40 Layers of Life

Istanbul’s bustling Beyoğlu combines Belle Époque style with contemporary art and Bosphorus views, writes longtime resident Jennifer Hattam.

50 Woven Style

Once favoured by kings and queens, tapestries are adding a sense of refined contrast to contemporary homes.

The

8 Art

The largest exhibition of Indigenous art to leave Australia is coming to America.

10 Collecting

How high jewelry has become a status symbol for a whole new generation.

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Photos: Robert Lauret; © Antonio Monfreda.

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56 Gallery

An exclusive collection of the most exceptional homes on the market now.

Clockwise from top left: Group of sculptures by Samuel Salcedo titled “Les gouttes de pluie,” 2016 at Les Jardins d’Etretat (page 22); Villa Cetinale, located outside Siena, Italy (page 6).

INTERIORS

Wall Art

Many Tuscan palaces, castles and villas still bear the creative fruits of their Renaissance-era guests

Tuscany is a confluence of so many beguiling things. It’s the birthplace of the Renaissance, where artistic ambition has been nurtured over centuries; a collection of impossibly spectacular vistas; and a stand-in for a slower, more graceful pace of life. But while its rolling vineyards and olive groves provide a painterly backdrop, much of the region’s enduring allure lies behind closed doors: in the palazzos, villas and castles that punctuate the golden countryside. Most of us will never hold the heavy, metal keys to such long-held family estates, but a new book, “Tuscan Rooms,” offers a rare glimpse inside them.

Photographer and author Antonio Monfreda invites the reader into 22 homes across the region: a rainbow-hued Florentine palazzo once owned by fashion designer Emilio Pucci; a treasure-filled 1,000-year-old castle that has remained in the same family for 34 generations; even the skeletal ruins of a Gothic church. “The houses that dot the landscape—from the stately Medici villas to the more humble yet charming farmhouses— are not simply structures but symbols of a way of life, a lasting testament to the fusion of architecture, nature and art,” writes Martina Mondadori, founder of the lifestyle brand Cabana, in her introduction.

In the countryside near Florence, there is the ancestral home of the Ginori porcelain dynasty, who have lived in their San Lorenzo estate since the 16th century. While originally “rather subdued in decoration,” Monfreda writes, “over the intervening years, the sparsely furnished white-walled interior became ever more opulent.” This reached its apex in the 17th century when the house was extended. At this time, it was lavishly adorned with Flemish tapestries and the signature Doccia porcelain of the manifattura—or family-founded factory—while also being painted with intricate verdure murals.

For many of these Tuscan homes, decoration wasn’t something simply carried through the door and nailed to a wall. The artwork was intrinsic. In Florence’s Gerini Palace, allegorical frescoes by the Renaissance master Bernardino Poccetti stretch across ceilings and archways, seamlessly woven into the fabric of the architecture, while in the 16th-century Dati Baldovinetti residence, gilded stucco detailing frames heroic Romanesque imagery of monuments and statues.

The presence of these artworks reveals more than just the owners’ elevated taste. It speaks to the artists and artisans who flourished in Tuscany in the 15th and 16th centuries. Aristocratic patrons often hosted painters, poets and scholars in their homes in exchange for works, and many rooms in this book still bear the results

of the incredible creativity left behind by their one-time guests.

Though time has also made its mark in the form of fading pigments and worn stone, what remains is no less moving. At Castello Sonnino, whose interiors grace the book’s cover, a bucolic scene comes to life: rolling hills, colorful birds and streams flowing into painted waterfalls. It’s almost as if the views beyond the shuttered windows of these homes weren’t enough. Their interiors had to echo that grandeur, layered with myth and imagination to mesmerizing effect.

Laura May Todd is Milan editor of Wallpaper* magazine

“Tuscan Rooms: Interiors from the Heartland of the Renaissance” is published by Rizzoli in September

Vineyard views

This walled estate in the heart of Chianti country has occupied its hilltop spot for more than 800 years—and will stand for many more. Past guests including Renaissance stargazer, Galileo, enjoyed this same view over a valley of vineyards, olive groves and a line of medieval castles that were once part of Siena’s military defense. The oldest parts of the building date to 1200, while the whole property—with 15 bedrooms across four buildings —was sensitively restored in 2008, including the consecrated church. A sheltered “limonaia”, designed to protect citrus trees in winter, now makes for an ideal event space. Set in more than 24 acres, the property includes lawns, a 25-meter swimming pool and a large outdoor dining area complete with pergola. In close reach of Siena and only an hour’s drive from Florence, this is the Tuscan dream without compromise.

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Opposite: An elegant antique sofa and painted fresco in the living room of the 16th-century Villa I Collazzi

Left: The walls of Villa Cetinale, built in 1680 by Cardinal Flavio Chigi, the nephew of Pope Alexander VII

ART

Beyond the Stars

Masterpieces of Australian Indigenous art are set to wow North American audiences

Known as Star Lady before she died in 2012, painter Gulumbu Yunupiŋu spent the last decade of her life depicting no smaller subject than the universe—or Garak as it’s called by the Yolngu, the people from northeast Arnhem Land in the Northern Territory of Australia. Her distinctive bark paintings consist of numerous cross-shaped stars, each one with small dots (or watchful “eyes”) at its center. For Yunupiŋu, these pieces were not only depicting what she saw when she looked up at the night skies, but all that exists beyond the naked eye.

This notion now serves as inspiration for “The Stars We Do Not See: Australian Indigenous Art,” a monumental exhibition at the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C. this fall, which will tour North America to Colorado, Oregon, Massachusetts and Toronto into 2028.

Featuring over 200 works by more than 130 artists—including Yunupiŋu and her

sister Nyapanyapa—all from the collection of Melbourne’s National Gallery of Victoria, it describes itself as the largest-ever display of Indigenous art outside Australia. “The scale of this exhibition is unprecedented, but what sets it apart is the exceptional quality of the works,” says its curator Myles Russell-Cook, the artistic director and CEO of the Australian Centre for Contemporary Art.

Indigenous nations have inhabited the country for more than 65,000 years, he notes, making them one of “the world’s oldest continuing cultures.”

It’s this longevity, in part, that is driving the rise in appreciation for Indigenous Australian art, Russell-Cook believes, as well as the talent of its current practitioners.

Archie Moore’s “Kith and Kin,” a meticulous hand-drawn genealogy of Indigenous lives lost, won the Golden Lion at the 2024 Venice Biennale, making him the first Australian artist to take home the prize.

With this growing profile and market interest comes a responsibility to represent the uniqueness and complexities of the culture with accuracy and care. “Indigenous art is incredibly diverse,” says Russell-Cook, “originating from distinct tribal communities across Australia.” Among hundreds of Indigenous nations, each with their own language and traditions, what unites many of the artists is a profound relationship with their Country. This term (with a capital C) is used to describe their deep connection to the land, water, sky, plants, animals, stories, songs and even spirits of their area.

And this relationship shines through in the art. The D.C. show features well-known names including Rover Thomas, Sally Gabori, Albert Namatjira and Emily Kam Kngwarray, the latter the subject of a current survey at London’s Tate Modern. However, RussellCook’s selection was led “not by an artist’s international reputation but by the want to tell a holistic story,” he says. “This is a unique opportunity to present real masterpieces without compromise.”

The scale of some pieces, from Kam Kngwarray’s 8-meter-wide “Big Yam Dreaming” (1995) to Tim Leura Tjapaltjarri and Clifford Possum Tjapaltjarri’s 7-meter-tall “Spirit Dreaming through Napperby Country” (1980) is sure to dazzle. “Each of these works show both unbelievable beauty and deep cultural significance and I think audiences will be blown away by the sheer size,” says Russell-Cook. But what the exhibition is set to showcase above all is variety—of medium, style and meaning. “Indigenous art is not a singular form,” he says. “It is as diverse as Indigenous people are.”

Precious Adesina is an arts and culture journalist, writing for The New York Times, the BBC and The Guardian

Opposite: Gäna (Self) by Nyapanyapa Yunupiŋu, made between 2009-2018

Above: Emily Kam Kngwarray’s monumental monochrome piece Big Yam Dreaming

Right: Alec Mingelmanganu used earth pigments for his 1980 work Wanjina

Prize Jewels

The world of high and fine jewelry is attracting a new generation of luxury gem hunters

Not long after Catharine Becket joined Sotheby’s jewelry department in 2005, she and her colleagues faced an existential crisis about the future of jewelry. “Millennials were starting to become a buying force in the world and it became apparent to us that many of them prized experiences over objects,” says Becket, now senior vice president and global head of high jewelry at the auction house. “There was a bit of anxiety in the industry as people wondered: ‘Are buyers aging out? Will people forgo a diamond engagement ring because they want to take an around-the-world tour?’ This loomed large in our thinking. And then, lo and behold, it became acceptable—even fashionable—to buy luxury objects again, including jewelry.”

The pandemic fast-tracked the shift, “You couldn’t travel, so you went shopping,” Becket says—but social media, especially among Gen Z, has arguably played a bigger role in shaping modern collecting tastes. “We have seen a dramatic increase in buyers under 40,” Becket says. “Previously, our sweet spot would have been people in their 50s, 60s, into their 70s.”

Among this new generation of buyers, branded jewels from established houses (think Trinity bracelets from Cartier and Alhambra pendants from Van Cleef & Arpels) are coveted because clients “are seeing them on their peers as status symbols,” Becket says. “Then, as their tastes develop and their budgets expand, they might move toward the high jewelry lines and one-of-a-kind pieces. Of course, that’s a much higher price of entry.”

To define “high jewelry” simply by price, however, would be missing the point. “We could have, say, a $10,000 piece, but it might

COLLECTING

be incredibly rare or with a distinguished provenance—maybe from a royal collection,” Becket says. As a general rule, high jewels boast rarity, provenance or the signature of a top maker. Rare and sizable stones, such as the 10.3-carat Mediterranean Blue—a vivid blue diamond that sold at Sotheby’s Geneva in May 2025—also qualify.

But every jewelry sale reflects the market’s evolving tastes, whether it’s in Hong Kong, home to more contemporary jewels; Geneva, a bastion of antique and royal pieces

(“It’s not a Geneva sale without a tiara,” Becket says); or New York, which often features all of the above.

For buyers, there are a few key trends to keep in mind, says Becket. “When I joined in 2005, and in the years prior, art deco was perennially in style, and it makes sense—it’s about such classic, relatively simple forms. But for the first time last year, we noticed a slight softening in the deco market,” she says. “Jewelry tends to go in arcs of about seven years. Bulgari has been on fire for five or so years. And that has overlapped with the popularity of bold and gold jewels.”

There are opportunities in antique jewels or any piece older than 100 years, says Becket, because, while rare, they remain relatively affordable. This goes for jewels from the retro period of the late 1930s and 1940s, too. “It’s the period that everyone who works in the industry really loves,” she says. “They didn’t have much in the way of materials during World War II. Platinum was scarce because it was used in the war effort. So you had these big yellow-gold looks.”

As a newcomer building a collection, it’s important to clarify your goal, Becket says. “Do you want to have your classic jewelry wardrobe? In which case, you’re going to have your diamond studs, pearls—which you can buy quite affordably these days—and a great chunky gold bracelet.” But there’s a case to be made for the character of your collection, too. “You sometimes learn more about the personality of the owner from a Van Cleef scarecrow brooch versus their 10-carat diamond ring.”

Victoria Gomelsky is editor-in-chief of JCK and also writes for The New York Times and Robb Report

Clockwise from top left: Gold and enamel pendant necklace, c1897, by René Lalique; Lucky Alhambra gold and hardstone bracelet and necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels; the 10.3-carat Mediterranean Blue diamond, which sold for US$21.5 million at Sotheby’s Geneva; enamel and diamond bangle by Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co; emerald and diamond “Classic Butterfly” pendant-earclips by Graff

LUXURY

Market Momentum

Why San Francisco is re-emerging as a center for high-end living

Demand for high-end goods and real estate might not run in tandem, but they are both good indicators of emerging or improving luxury markets. The shift toward “experiential luxury,” in particular, is an evolving consumer trait that has become prominent in real estate, particularly at premium price points.

“What’s driving today’s high-end market is the feeling a home delivers as much as its address,” says Tammy Fahmi, senior vice president of global servicing and strategy at Sotheby’s International Realty. “What we’re witnessing in luxury real estate isn’t just a trend—it’s a fundamental redefinition of value. This experiential revolution transcends cultural boundaries, with buyers willing to pay substantial premiums for properties that offer exceptional features that reflect their lifestyles.”

Not so long ago, reports from San Francisco, California, detailed the flight of retailers from its downtown area. Today, previously vacant stores are being occupied by brands that cater to the ultrawealthy, transforming Union Square into a premier destination where shopping by appointment and prime European retailers are the norm, according to a February 2025 report from real estate data company CoStar.

It’s not just high-end retailers that have their sights on the city. An April 2025 report from Bloomberg shows growing interest and purchases of commercial properties from a range of big names, including Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry, Google’s Sergey Brin and well-capitalized investment groups. On the residential side, agents are seeing a rise in demand for ultra-high-end properties.

Opposite: This Pacific Heights residence in San Francisco offers buyers luxury and location to reflect their lifestyle

Below: An impressive rebuild of this 1911 property includes contemporary design by prolific Bay Area architect John Maniscalco

“There is renewed confidence and momentum in San Francisco, particularly at the top end of the market,” says Neill Bassi, a global real estate advisor at Sotheby’s International Realty - San Francisco Brokerage. “One of the things that defines San Francisco real estate is that it’s a momentum market, energized by the belief that tomorrow is going to be better than yesterday. There was a little bit of a lull for a short time, but if you ask anyone who’s buying today, their confidence is ultrahigh.”

Buyers today include former residents of the city, who are returning after a hiatus of four or five years, along with newcomers drawn by the city’s tech industry. Unlike

the previous surge of newcomers, who were drawn to Silicon Valley, those new to the city now are apt to look north to Presidio Heights and Pacific Heights.

San Francisco is a place to create wealth and also to live a full, rich life, Bassi says. Education, proximity to top universities, access to cultural amenities such as the opera and ballet, innovative tech ecosystems and healthcare are all essentials. “For the ultra-high-net-worth client, there is a real value proposition to commit to raising a family here,” he adds.

This is an edited extract from Sotheby’s International Realty 2025 Mid-Year Luxury Outlook report. Visit luxuryoutlook.com

The Soulful

MINIMALIST

Kulapat Yantrasast is the art world’s go-to architect. He talks connection, comfort and concrete with Francesca Perry

In the world of top-tier art museums, Kulapat Yantrasast is a name on everyone’s lips. With his architecture firm, WHY, he designed the renovation of the Rockefeller Wing at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, which opened in May; has been lead architect for Thailand’s first contemporary art museum, Dib Bangkok, opening in December; and was selected by the Louvre in Paris to design the new Department of Byzantine and Eastern Christian Art, set to open in 2027. Such accolades build on a decades-long career. Thai-born Yantrasast learned his craft with Pritzker prize-winning Japanese architect Tadao Ando in Tokyo before moving to the U.S. and establishing WHY in 2004. The firm— now based between Los Angeles and New York—designs cultural and residential buildings, as well as landscape projects, but has earned a reputation for its museum work, becoming a favored architecture practice among art circles. WHY designed the Grand Rapids Art Museum in Michigan and the Speed Art Museum in Kentucky, as well as spaces for the Art Institute of Chicago, LA’s Academy Museum of Motion Pictures and the American Museum of Natural History in New York.

“I always say that I’m the matchmaker between art and people,” explains Yantrasast. He loves museums as places of “empathy and understanding,” where people can learn about global culture, and he wants visitors to his projects to feel “uplifted.” Whether for the Met or the Louvre, he designs spaces that aim to be appropriate for the art and artifacts within, but also instilled with a sense of place—and comfort. “Most people feel intimidated by museums,” he says, “but I want people to feel confident to explore.”

While working with storied New York and Paris institutions means innovating within set parameters, Yantrasast has enjoyed more free rein with Dib Bangkok. An initiative of the late Thai businessman Petch Osathanugrah, and featuring his vast collection, the museum aims to put contemporary art from Thailand and Southeast Asia “on the same level” as international art, says Yantrasast—a vision shared by both the patron and designer.

The site is a 1980s warehouse in downtown Bangkok, reimagined by WHY as a space for art. Minimal, open and flexible, the cavernous structure balances precision and passion. “With new museums, I think it’s so important to have a sense of soul,” says Yantrasast. Nevertheless, he didn’t want the building to overpower its contents. “Artists don’t want to display their art within architecture that pretends to be sculpture,” he says. Yantrasast sees architecture’s greatest power in its ability to “host”—in that way, the monumental yet restrained building leaves space for all the activities and works that will fill it.

Flexibility and flow were priorities. “I love the feeling of togetherness and openness,” says Yantrasast. “I want people to be able to see each other.” This is an idea he returns to frequently: the architect—and architecture—as connector. Having lived and worked in Thailand, Japan and the U.S., Yantrasast found the notion evinces his own interconnected inspirations. “I see myself as the mixture between Japanese and Thai culture,” he says. “On one side, it’s extremely minimal, and on the Thai side, it’s very eclectic. I love both.”

This blended approach comes alive most powerfully in his residential projects, where he marries diverse influences with design that responds

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Above: The first question Yantrasast asks his potential clients is, “What makes you

page: A residence in Chiang Mai, Thailand, designed by Kulapat Yantrasast and his architectural firm WHY

happy?”

For Dib Bangkok, Thailand’s first contemporary art museum, Yantrasast created a minimal design, with a sawtooth roof and a cone-shaped gallery named “The Chapel”

thoughtfully to homeowners. “The first question I ask my potential clients is: ‘What makes you happy?’” Yantrasast says. “Designing someone’s house is, for me, like designing someone’s gown, because it needs to reflect who they are. It has to be something they feel comfortable in.”

Getting to know his clients is a vital part of crafting the ideal home for their lives and families. “When you design a house, you become a psychologist, because you have to!” he says. “You need to want people’s lives to be better.”

The kitchen, says Yantrasast, can often be the biggest challenge. Though some people want a showroom-level space, he gently pushes back. “I always ask my clients: ‘Do you really want to live in a kitchen showroom?’ It looks nice but it doesn’t have life. Your kitchen has to reflect how you and your family relate to each other.” This personal focus is necessarily very different to the way Yantrasast’s firm designs gallery spaces, despite the fact that many of WHY’s residential clients are esteemed art collectors. “No one wants to live in a museum,” he says. “Everyone wants to live in a place that belongs to them.”

In homes he has designed for collectors, including seaside residences in California and Thailand, Yantrasast carefully balances the needs of art with the owner’s lifestyle. “You don’t want to expose a priceless art collection to the salt air, but you also don’t want to live in a house where you cannot open a window,” he says. The art, he adds, shouldn’t “overwhelm the living.”

In a Malibu project designed in collaboration with Tadao Ando, a dedicated gallery-like space was designed for the client’s museum-worthy “world treasures,” while the rest of the house features art less susceptible to light and air, enabling more livable areas.

Yantrasast is himself a great collector, and learned how to navigate display and livability when designing his own home in Venice Beach, California. Having undertaken a long search for the perfect house, he realized he needed to build it himself. “I developed a lot more empathy for my clients, because I know how difficult it is,” he says. “If you want to design your own house, there’s at least 1,000 decisions you have to make.”

The resulting home is a modernist-inspired concrete structure: clean lines and open-plan living, with a flow of space between inside and out, and plenty of nooks for the display of objects. The process began in the same way he approaches client projects. “I started to think about what makes me happy,”

“ WHEN YOU DESIGN A HOUSE, YOU BECOME A PSYCHOLOGIST

Yantrasast’s Venice Beach house, built in 2021, is inspired by the work of Japanese modernists, with elements of Thai playfulness

he says, “and that’s flexible space—a place for me to host and socialize. I wanted a pool, a garden, a dog; the whole American dream in my own little version.”

The house is concrete because Yantrasast “loves” the material—perhaps an inevitable preference, having worked with the master of concrete, Ando, for so long. “I like the raw honesty of it. Concrete tells you how it’s made. It’s like a pound cake: there’s no decoration, no whipped cream.”

Nevertheless, he doesn’t “worship at the church of concrete” either, noting that for the material to work in a home, the presence of light and nature is crucial. “Without that, it’s a bunker,” he says. “But if concrete is done with the elevation of light, space, water and plants, like [French modernist architect] Le Corbusier, all of a sudden it’s actually quite beautiful.”

He turned to the material for a house in Phuket that utilizes the format of nested concrete frames, as well as the Malibu residence for the art collector. Looking at these structures of rectilinear concrete planes, open space and little ornamentation, it is easy to come to the conclusion that Yantrasast is a minimalist. Does he identify as one?

“I definitely understand and appreciate minimalism, but I see limitations in it,” he says. “Because minimalism seems to relate to reductionism.” Instead, he would like to be known as “the soulful minimalist.” He returns to the Japanese and Thai styles that influence him—a mix of “sushi and Pad Thai,” he says, smiling—and reflects on how he moved from Japan to the U.S. to enjoy more “variety and diversity.”

Certainly, this variety plays out in a house he designed in Chiang Mai, Thailand. While some exposed concrete structure is present, the house is characterized by a large sweeping roof, covered in clay tiles and referencing traditional Thai architecture. It is filled with teak floors and surfaces.

“Growing up in Bangkok, wood is such a big part of what I like to do—there’s a sense of warmth to it,” Yantrasast says.

In his buildings, everything has its right place, but there is no set formula. Instead, each design decision is responsive. Much like the curators of the great art institutions he designs for, Yantrasast carefully considers context, setting and experience. For him, life—not just priceless works—is the art that architecture serves to host. 0

Francesca Perry is a London-based editor and writer on design, cities, architecture, art and culture

This Phuket home in Thailand, built in 2021, combines concrete and glass in harmonized contradictions

Photos: Spaceshift Studio; Manfredi

Gioacchini; W Workspace; Richard Powers. All Courtesy of WHY Architecture.

“ I LIKE THE RAW HONESTY OF CONCRETE. IT’S LIKE A POUND CAKE: THERE’S NO DECORATION, NO WHIPPED CREAM

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Embracing his Thai heritage, Yantrasast imagined this Chiang Mai residence as a leaf sheltering its inhabitants

SCULPTURE

for all seasons

Planting a work of art in the garden comes with specific growing instructions, says Elfreda Pownall

“ SCULPTURE GROWS IN THE OPEN LIGHT AND WITH THE MOVEMENT OF THE SUN ”

Traditionally, the job of sculpture in a garden or landscape has been as an eyecatcher: picture an imposing classical statue at the end of an allée of trees in an ancestral estate, or a simpler piece, offering a solid conclusion to a path between two flower beds or hedges.

Sculpture brings a sense of permanence and timelessness to a garden. It looks on, unchanging, at its surroundings, from the first snowdrops in January, through the burst of spring and summer color, to the frosted rime on the withered stems of December. But it does more: it is looked on, too. A sculpture that seems to float on a stretch of tranquil, dark water, enclosed by greenery, can lower the blood pressure as you gaze at it, while a bright bed of tulips reflected in a highly polished piece can lift the spirits.

Storm King Art Center, the outdoor museum in New York’s Hudson Valley that reopened in May, showcases the work of some of the world’s finest sculptors across its 500 acres. Visitors can experience large-scale work by artists including Carl Andre, Louise Bourgeois and Alexander Calder and appreciate, from the location of sculptures among these hills, fields and woods, how important pieces of art can be seen to their best advantage.

Here, Andy Goldsworthy’s “Storm King Wall,” 1997–98, a 2,278-foot dry-stone wall made the traditional way without mortar, takes a winding path through woodland, descending into a pond and emerging the other side to continue its snaking course; a work of great beauty.

On a more domestic scale, The Hannah Peschar Sculpture Garden sits in the grounds of a 15th-century cottage just an hour outside London. Established in the 1980s, the garden’s mature trees and ponds, fringed with bold architectural plants, form the backdrop for an annual exhibition of works by more than 50 sculptors. Each piece is carefully sited to take advantage of the sun or dappled shade, and visitors are given a photographic guide and suggested route, though the directions (and opening times) are idiosyncratically British.

Curator Vikki Leedham oversees hundreds of sculptures here every year and aims for a synergy between the art and its surroundings. She has practical suggestions for introducing sculpture to your own garden—but only

Previous page: Samuel Salcedo’s “Gouttes de Pluie,” 2016, at Les Jardins d’Etretat in Normandy

Opposite: Ellsworth Kelly’s “Untitled,” 1982, at Storm King Art Center in Mountainville, New York

Left: “Sound Architecture 5,” 2014, by Ronald van der Meijs at The

in

Hannah Peschar Sculpture Garden

Surrey, England

one rule: “Don’t place your piece in the middle of the lawn. It’s impractical (you have to mow around it) and aesthetically unsatisfactory.”

Building a sculpture garden, even from a single work, begins with observation. “Look for good backgrounds in the garden that will enhance the piece you are thinking of buying,” says Leedham. “To choose a site, look at how the light changes through the day in different parts of the space. It is good to discover sculpture as you walk through a garden.”

It was the artist Barbara Hepworth who said: “I prefer my work to be seen outside. I think sculpture grows in the open light and with the movement of the sun.” In the grounds of the art museum that bears her name, The Hepworth Wakefield, in the north of England, garden designer Tom Stuart-Smith has created sinuous paths and asymmetrical beds inspired by Hepworth’s 1932 sculpture “Kneeling Figure.” Michael Craig-Martin’s 11ft-tall “Pitchfork (Yellow),” 2013, also holds its own here, among such tough sculptural plants as yarrow, Russian sage and coneflower.

Some sculptors make their own gardens. Hepworth laid one out behind her studio in St Ives, Cornwall, now run by the Tate. And in Tuscany, the Swiss-American artist Niki de Saint Phalle created the exuberant and vital Il Giardino dei Tarocchi (or Tarot Garden), which celebrates female joy. Her “Nanas”—bulbous, brightly painted figures that seem to dance and jump—recall one of the earliest female sculptures ever discovered, the paleolithic Venus of Willendorf, some 30,000 years old. They also reflect the personality of their creator.

The same can be said of Scottish poet Ian Hamilton Finlay’s Little Sparta, in the bare and windy Pentland Hills near Edinburgh, Scotland—though his garden is an austere, cerebral place. Stone plaques carved with short quotations from classical antiquity or the names of leaders of the French Revolution lie across seven acres of moorland. There is a strange beauty here and a unique, sometimes unnerving, atmosphere, as though the visitor has stumbled across a lost civilization. The garden is a work of art in its own right.

Materials matter when it comes to placing sculpture, says Leedham. “Think of the texture of a piece and the background you will see it against,” she advises. “The rough bark of a tree can look wonderful beside a roughly glazed ceramic. You will see a highly polished marble piece better in dappled shade to appreciate its contours. Glass pieces work well near water.”

Similarly, Leedham suggests considering the juxtaposition of shapes: a tall, slim sculpture near

“ BUILDING A SCULPTURE GARDEN BEGINS WITH OBSERVATION ”

Right: Barbara Hepworth’s “Two Forms (Divided Circle),” 1969, at the Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden in Cornwall, England

Opposite: Michael Craig-Martin’s “Pitchfork (Yellow),” 2020, at The Hepworth Wakefield in England

Roxy Paine’s “Neuron,” 2010, at Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park in Grand Rapids, Michigan

RIght: Alicja Kwade’s “LinienLand,” 2018, at Storm King Art Center

“ ROXY PAINE’S ‘NEURON’ ECHOES THE TREES THAT SURROUND IT ”

a hanging branch will draw your eye up to the canopy, while the larger leaves of architectural plants “make a splendid background for a tender female figure.”

At the Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the bursting forms of Roxy Paine’s stainless steel “Neuron,” 2010, initially echo the trees that surround it, before the work’s more industrial constituent parts reveal themselves. Such juxtapositions played out on a grander scale at this year’s opening of Thailand’s Khao Yai Art Forest, where the spindly legs and bulbous body of a Louise Bourgeois “Maman” spider loomed alongside an altogether more nebulous work by Japanese artist Fujiko Nakaya: a cloud of delicate, man-made fog that descends over the site three times a day.

On a clifftop overlooking the beautiful Alabaster Coast in Normandy, Alexandre Grivko, chief landscape architect of the garden design company Il Nature, has created Les Jardins d’Etretat. Where Manet and Monet once painted, evergreens trimmed with laser-like precision now frame the work of contemporary artists. In Samuel Salcedo’s “Gouttes de Pluie” (Drops of Rain), sculpted heads with expressions of extreme emotion—anguish, fear, joy—sit amid the precise green topiary, a masterful contrast of control and passion. It is hard to imagine them in a bed of wallflowers. But there are many things sculpture can do outdoors, and no formula, only what the late Hannah Peschar said of the garden she founded four decades ago: “[Art] rubs off on you, and then you find you can’t live without it.” 0

Elfreda Pownall writes about gardens and interiors for The Telegraph, The Times of London and The Spectator

FUN and

GAMES

A growing trend in luxury interiors right now is room to play, writes Kate Youde, and not just for children

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. “We’re definitely seeing more and more people wanting to create spaces where they can do something that allows them to switch off, but not just staring at a screen; spaces to interact with friends and family,” says Portia Fox, co-founder and creative director of her eponymous London-based design studio.

Last summer, she completed a basement games room for a family of five in Notting Hill, featuring a games table with drawers for cards and poker chips, a bespoke unit for hundreds of board games and leatherstitched Lego storage boxes. There is also a combined pool and snooker table, a table tennis table, a TV area and a bar.

Flexibility was key to Fox’s design. “It was important to use light in a clever way that made it a space that you could use at any time of the day or night,” she says. She chose wallpaper with a Mediterranean scene, which complements an olive tree added to the property’s light well, “to create that feeling of not being in a basement.” Every light can be adjusted to create different moods and any combination set and pre-programmed at the touch of a button. It is a room designed for all of the family, in contrast to more formal billiard rooms that were a popular feature of traditional grand houses.

The interest in modern games rooms coincides with a revival in board games, which many people rediscovered during the pandemic lockdowns. Board-game cafes and clubs are flourishing as people seek alternative ways to socialize in an increasingly digital world. Imarc Group estimates the value of the global boardgames market will grow from US$18.53 billion in 2024 to US$41.63 billion by 2033.

Luxury brands are catering to demand with their own sleek versions of traditional pastimes. Hermès has created mahjong, domino and bridge card sets, while Prada has

“ PEOPLE WANT TO CREATE SPACES WHERE THEY CAN SWITCH OFF

Previous page: Portia Fox Design uses floorto-ceiling windows to make a basement games room the perfect ambient space

Below: A palette of blues picks up the baize of a pool table in the Pacific Palisades, California, in a design scheme by Electric Bowery

Right: A chess corner, designed by Studio Ashby, features a pair of swivel chairs inspired by game pieces

“ GAMES ROOMS REFLECT AN AGE-OLD DESIRE FOR PLAY AND TOGETHERNESS

Bespoke games furniture from 11 Ravens blends fun with practicality

Above right: Charlotte Lucas Designs created a vibrant games room including a custom shuffleboard and a table for jigsaw puzzles

reimagined classic games such as tictac-toe, checkers and backgammon. Sotheby’s sold a box set of ‘chess and go’ by the Swiss watchmaker Vacheron Constantin for nearly double the high estimate in October 2024. In the same month in London, traditional games specialist Purling staged an exhibition of chess sets designed by artists including Sophie Matisse, greatgranddaughter of Henri Matisse.

Interior designer Katharine Pooley, founder of her eponymous British design studio, says bespoke pieces are key to her games room projects. Both she and Fox commission custom designs from the luxury board game designer Alexandra Llewellyn.

Pooley’s recent design for a lowerground-floor games area at Château de la Croix des Gardes in Cannes, a Belle Époque property that featured in Alfred Hitchcock’s 1955 film “To Catch a Thief,” divides the space into three sections: the first has a snooker table and hand-painted wallpaper depicting a scene from the movie; the middle part accommodates a TV and lounge space for relaxation and conversation; and the third section features a bar and poker table. There is also an adjoining bowling alley. Pooley describes the games room entrance—a large, heavy door once used for a bank vault—as “a bit of a party piece.” She says individuality is important to creating a successful games room, carefully considering the client and “what they like to play.”

Everyone’s taste is different. A colorful games room by Charlotte Lucas Design for a home in Raleigh, North Carolina, features a table for jigsaw puzzles and a custom shuffleboard from New York brand Blatt Billiards. LA-based 11 Ravens handcrafts made-to-order games furniture for luxury interiors and has collaborated with Italian tailor Rubinacci on pieces including a pool table that converts into a dining table. And in Studio Ashby’s sensitive yet playful overhaul of a parkside home in London, a pair of upholstered Chess Swivel Chairs by Sister—designer Sophie Ashby’s retail line—are not only inspired by the shape of chess pieces, but provide the perfect seating for the game.

Pooley has noticed an uptick in requests for games rooms since the pandemic, which she attributes to people spending more time at home and wanting to entertain. “They can be themselves,” she says. “If you go to a club or a restaurant, there are so many more restrictions.”

But while games rooms are enjoying new popularity, they reflect an ageold desire for play and togetherness. Many of the pastimes people are accommodating in their homes now are ones that have entertained for generations. “There’s a real timelessness to having a space that you can enjoy playing games in,” says Fox. 0

Kate Youde is a London-based art, design and luxury writer

In the frame

There are penthouse apartments and then there is The Solarium Penthouse, arguably the crown jewel of 555 WEA, a luxury condo building on Manhattan’s Upper West Side, which was converted from an architecturally significant Catholic schoolhouse in 2018. The Solarium occupies what was once the school’s gymnasium, with a vaulted ceiling that soars to 19 feet in the main living area. From here, an ornate full wall of glass opens onto a private terrace, ideally suited to alfresco dining. Several floors down sits the building’s new gym, lit with natural light and paired with a sleek and stylish communal games room featuring a designer pool table, darts board and wet bar. Just the spot to indulge in some after-work potting practice before sinking into a lounge chair for a refreshment or two.

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On the Scent

Designing for the senses is the height of luxury—it can transform a home, room by room, writes Jessica Klingelfuss

There is a moment in every remarkable home when something intangible takes hold—not in the contours of the space or in the choreography of materials, but in the air itself. Scent, elusive and difficult to define, is emerging as a silent signature in luxury interiors that is as powerful a design choice as a statement piece of furniture or a subtle architectural flourish.

In October 2025, Kunstpalast in Düsseldorf will open “The Secret Power of Scent”—an ambitious exhibition curated by olfactory expert Robert MüllerGrünow, exploring scent as both science and art. “Scent is the most underestimated of our senses,” says Müller-Grünow. “It’s the only one directly connected to our limbic system, which governs emotion and memory. Scent is the only sensory stimulus that cannot be filtered rationally, so it triggers immediate emotional reactions.”

Working across the luxury sector with his firm Scentcommunication, Müller-Grünow brings deep insight into how smell functions psychologically. And as homeowners look increasingly beyond aesthetics to create truly immersive living spaces, the Kunstpalast exhibition could not be more prescient. “Home fragrances can influence mood, mask undesirable scents, and create an atmosphere that reflects one’s personality and interior design style,” MüllerGrünow explains. “Luxury properties are pioneers in that sense: some have already integrated fragrance systems into the home at the planning stage, allowing various fragrances to be actively controlled.”

The design world, too, is tuning into the emotive potential of fragrance. “Scent can do as much as marble or paint to shift the mood of a room,” says Edinburgh-based interior designer Carla Mackay. “I’ve experimented with scent layering, especially in entranceways where I want to make a warm first impression— cedar wood, clove and orange are especially inviting in autumn.” In open-plan spaces, Mackay favors reed diffusers, used sparingly to avoid overwhelming the senses. “In bedrooms, I use candles and linen sprays for curtains and bedding. Chamomile is gentle and mellow; when grounded with cedar wood, it feels warm, woody, and enveloping without being sharp.”

Fragrance designer Katie Astle echoes this interior-minded approach. “I think of a home like a story and each room is a different chapter. There’s something beautiful about having

Far left: Signature scents, such as Steam Eau de Parfum by Perfumer H, inspired by the mist rolling over the hills of a forest, are becoming as much of a design choice as paint or marble

Left: L’Artisan Perfumeur’s Amber Boule not only dispenses soft notes of amber and vanilla, but is an objet d’art in itself

a subtle thread running throughout—a recurring note such as sandalwood or citrus, almost like having your signature scent that everyone remembers you by,” she says. “Scent gives you the ability to shift emotion room by room, while still creating a sense of flow. It’s like interior styling, but for the senses.”

Luxury fragrance brands have long recognized scent’s power to transform space. “The rapid growth of the room-fragrance market in recent years shows the importance that fragrances have also gained in interior design,” adds Müller-Grünow. French perfume house L’Artisan Parfumeur’s Amber Boule diffuser—introduced in 1976—remains a cult objet d’art, celebrated for its warm, enveloping amber aroma that quietly defines the atmosphere of a room. More recently, London design studio Moro Dabron's latest collaboration—on a series of refillable bronze candle urns with antique fireplace company Jamb—was inspired by the frescos of Pompeii.

Fashion houses, meanwhile, are carving out new sensory experiences: Dior has launched a US$3,000 electric diffuser combining cutting-edge technology with sculptural elegance, while Loewe’s home fragrance range of room sprays, incense sets and ceramic diffusers are offered in unconventional scent profiles—think roasted hazelnut, beetroot, cucumber or wasabi. At the artisanal end of the spectrum, British perfumer Lyn Harris, founder of Perfumer H, crafts home scents with a more tactile ethos. Her potpourris use botanicals gathered from the Balkans, while her incense is hand-rolled in Japan, marrying tradition with contemporary luxury.

The boundaries between design, art and olfaction are blurring. At the 2024 Venice Biennale, Koo Jeong A created a scent portrait of the Korean Peninsula, brushing the air with aromas evoking red pine trees and salt air,

“ DESIGNERS ARE TUNING INTO THE EMOTIVE POTENTIAL OF FRAGRANCE ”

Bottom left: Cork releases an earthy scent, as in the custom-designed seats of Herzog & de Meuron and Ai Weiwei’s 2012 Serpentine Pavilion

or cooked rice with soy sauce and sesame oil. This kind of olfactory storytelling echoes past architectural experiments, such as the 2012 Serpentine Pavilion in London by Herzog & de Meuron and Ai Weiwei, where the structure’s cork-clad interior released a distinctly earthy scent. A related dialogue plays out in the exhibition “Scented Visions” at Watts Gallery in Surrey, England, inviting visitors to engage their sense of smell through scents carefully paired with Pre-Raphaelite artworks.

Limited-edition artist collaborations have elevated scents for the home to collectible status. Diptyque’s Fragrance of Infinity— a room fragrance housed in an optical glass bottle created in collaboration with photographer Hiroshi Sugimoto—retails for €6,000 (US$7,000), exemplifying how interior scents have become objects of desire as much as sensory indulgence. Building on this crossover, Byredo paired up with multimedia artist Dozie Kanu for an exhibition in Milan exploring the malleability of memory, taking cues from its Bal d’Afrique fragrance.

The Dusseldorf exhibition will invite visitors to rethink scent as both medium and message: Müller-Grünow presents it as central to how we experience space, memory and even visual art. Works from the museum's collection, which spans 1,000 years of cultural history, will hang among scent columns, atomisers and diffusers, highlighting the close connection between art and the sensory experience.. One gallery will diffuse a bespoke “Kunstpalast scent”—developed to reflect the building’s materiality and the museum’s identity, while grounding visitors within a space shared by works from Rubens, El Anatsui and Gerhard Richter.

Scent functions as emotional architecture: it anchors memory and gives form to the invisible. Olfaction has become part of the spatial language of design, as vital as color, light or material in shaping how we feel in a space. As homes become more curated, sensorily rich and psychologically attuned, scent is stepping fully into the architectural conversation. 0

Jessica Klingelfuss is a London-based writer, editor and photographer

Far left: Moro Dabron and Jamb have collaborated on a candle vessel inspired by ancient Roman bronzes

Left: Diptyque’s Bronze Candle Reflector, made in collaboration with Maison Intègre

LAYERS OF Life

Beyoğlu, in the heart of Istanbul, retains its cultural cachet despite centuries of change, writes local resident

Jennifer Hattam

Sweeping uphill from where the Golden Horn’s waters lap at the Karaköy docks to the broad expanse of Taksim Square, the part of Istanbul historically known as Galata and Pera has always stood apart. In fact, Pera means “the other side” in Greek, referring to its position on the opposite shore from the seat of the Byzantine and Ottoman empires.

“We entered a street that curved this way and that, full of nooks and corners. Every house was a shop offering herbs, bread, meat or clothes,” the Danish writer Hans Christian Andersen observed during an 1841 visit to the area. “We met people from every corner of the world… What a crowd there was and what chaos and confusion!”

Now part of the larger Beyoğlu district of modern Istanbul, with a population of 217,000 people, this area is where Genoese, Venetian, Greek, Armenian and Jewish communities established themselves over many centuries, creating a cosmopolitan spirit that lingers to this day.

The main thoroughfare of Beyoğlu is Istiklal Caddesi, formerly the Grande Rue de Péra, a mile-long pedestrian promenade lined with stately turn-of-the-20th-century stone apartment buildings and still filled with a cacophony of sights, smells, sounds and languages. Touts call out to tourists as the conductor of the historic red-and-white tram rings his bell for the crowds to give way and music wafts down from rooftop bars.

“The whole street is a performance, with a rhythm of its own; you feel like anything can happen when you are walking down I stiklal,” says art curator Didem Yazıcı, the director of exhibitions at Yapı Kredi Kültür Sanat,

Left: The view over Galata from art museum Istanbul Modern

Right: İlhan Koman’s famed sculpture “Akdeniz,” 1980, welcomes visitors to the eightstory Yapı Kredi cultural center

an eight-story cultural center here. Its towering glass facade overlooks both the massive and ornate entrance gate of the prestigious Galatasaray High School, originally founded as the Ottoman palace school in the 15th century, and Galatasaray Square, an iconic gathering point for protest and demonstration, currently cordoned off.

Over the past decade, Beyoğlu, along with the rest of Istanbul, has been buffeted by political and economic turmoil, a global pandemic, gentrification and the mixed blessings of tourism. When Yapı Kredi, a large Turkish bank, debuted its new 5,600-square-meter arts venue on Istiklal in 2017, it followed a particularly tough couple of years that spurred something of an exodus from Beyoğlu. The reopening felt like a welcome sign, suggesting that there was life in the old neighborhood yet.

“Beyoğlu has always had its ups and downs throughout history,” says designer Serra Türker, founder of luxury handbag and accessories brand Misela. She has stores in Istanbul, New York, London and the Turkish resort town of Bodrum, but Beyoğlu is where it all began. “It’s part of our identity,” she says.

Türker opened Misela’s first shop in a late-19th-century building on Meşrutiyet Caddesi, another storied avenue that winds roughly parallel to Istiklal. Her current neighbors include the Michelin-listed Aheste, a contemporary Turkish-Middle Eastern bistro with exposed-brick walls and intimate lighting; a concept store for the socially responsible multi-brand apparel retailer Vitruta; and a branch of the third-wave coffee shop Petra Roasting Company, which shares space with Bilsart, a gallery devoted to video art.

Just up the street is Minoa, a designforward Turkish- and English-language bookstore that opened its Beyoğlu location in 2023, complete with a cafe, restaurant, bar and small performance space. It shares the historic Union Française building, designed by French architect Alexandre Vallaury in 1896 in the Belle Époque style, with the well-known

Right: Serra Türker launched her handbag and accessories label, Misela, in Beyoğlu, in 2012

Center: The terrace of Istanbul Modern provides picturesque views across the water

Far right: A 1968 rehearsal of Verdi’s “Aida” at the Atatürk Cultural Center

“ THERE IS A VIBRANT CULTURAL ECOSYSTEM IN BEYO ĞLU THAT CONTINUOUSLY ADAPTS AND EVOLVES

Petra Roasting Co. is located in Bilsart, a non-profit art venue that champions contemporary video artworks

commercial galleries Dirimart and Öktem Aykut. Further along is Galerist, a space dedicated to contemporary Turkish artists.

“There is a vibrant cultural ecosystem in Beyoğlu that continuously adapts and evolves,” says Ümit Mesci, a curator at Istanbul Modern, the city’s flagship contemporary art institution. The museum temporarily hosted exhibitions in the Union Française while its new Renzo Piano-designed building was under construction on the Karaköy waterfront. Here, the Galataport cruise terminal, which opened in 2021, is home to more restaurants and retailers, including the flagship store of Siedrés, an Istanbul-founded luxury clothing brand. “The museum’s reopening two years ago is part of a broader revival, reflecting a community that embraces change, while respecting its rich heritage,” Mesci says.

The arts have long been a key part of Beyoğlu’s identity, from the opera houses, theaters and concert halls where Istanbulites first saw Western music performed in the 1800s to the cabarets and nightclubs of the Jazz Age. Not forgetting the mid-century heyday of the Yeşilçam film industry, Turkey’s answer to Hollywood.

Turkish TV and movie crews can often still be found filming scenes on character-filled streets. On Serdar-ı Ekrem Caddesi in Galata, the bold yellow Italianate Doğan Apartment, constructed in 1894 for a Belgian banking family, presides over an ever-shifting array of shops, cafes, offices

Above: Michelin-listed meze restaurant Aheste serves big flavors on small plates

Top: The work of Turkish video artist Ali Kazma at Istanbul Modern Photography Gallery

Galerist, a contemporary art gallery in Pera, focuses on Turkish artists, such as Serkan Özkaya with his exhibition “We Will Wait” (pictured)

The Galataport flagship of luxury clothing brand Siedrés comes with bonus views of the Bosphorus

Opposite: Civan Er is chef and restaurateur at Yeni Lokanta, a Michelin-listed restaurant offering contemporary Turkish cuisine

and artists’ studios. The more residential Faik Paşa Caddesi in Çukurcuma has winding alleys full of antique stores and pampered street cats.

Unlike newly popular parts of the city, whose sleek malls and luxury developments could have been plucked out of any global metropolis, Beyoğlu retains a strong historic atmosphere and neighborhood character. It’s the kind of place where street vendors still push carts full of gleaming produce, freshly popped corn or house plants past groups of cafe- and bar-hoppers spilling out onto the sidewalks. It’s where shops selling a rainbow array of pickles or traditional sweets have stayed in business for a century despite the ever-accelerating pace of change.

“Whatever goes on in Beyoğlu, it never bores you,” says Civan Er, chefowner of Yeni Lokanta. A Michelin-listed restaurant known for its innovative twists on traditional Turkish cuisine, it’s been open since 2013—“a long time by Turkish standards,” he says. With the original location now a firm fixture in Beyoğlu’s dining scene, Er has since relocated to London, where he has opened a sister restaurant, Yeni, in Soho. Busy with his new venture, he says he probably won’t be moving back to Turkey anytime soon, “but if I were to return, it would be to Beyoğlu, nowhere else.” 0 Jennifer Hattam is a Beyoğlu-based journalist

Penthouse oasis

Just six minutes away by metro from busy Beyoğlu or a pleasant walk along art nouveau streets, the upscale residential neighborhood of Nişantaşi first sprung up in the mid-19th century. Its blend of Turkish and European architecture speaks to those roots. Once home to the Ottoman elite, it houses a no-less high-end community today, with the luxury boutiques, fine restaurants and cafe culture to match. Nişantaşi also features in the novels of Nobel prizewinning author Orhan Pamuk, who grew up in the area. This wowfactor penthouse on the 19th floor of a recent development in the area marries modern design and amenities with panoramic views of historic Istanbul from its doublelevel windows and terrace. Spanning 765 square meters, this light-filled eight-bedroom, eight-bathroom apartment is a haven away from the hustle and bustle, offering peace and plenty of room for family and friends. A private rooftop pool looking across to the Bosphorus seals the deal.

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WOVEN Style

No longer the preserve of nobility, tapestries can blend old and new to striking effect, writes Francesca Perry

Tapestries are taking over our walls again. The focus of several high-profile exhibitions and a popular feature in stylish homes, woven wall hangings—both antique and contemporary— are back in the carefully adjusted spotlight. This year has seen major shows of textile art, tapestries included, at MoMA in New York and The Clark in Massachusetts. And interior designers are taking cues from the art world, making tapestry a central part of their schemes for private homes.

“Tapestries provide a real sense of depth when worked into a space, similar to the effect a mirror might have in a room—they play a trick on the eye, as if the space might be architecturally grander than it is,” explains Adam Charlap Hyman, co-principal of LA- and New York-based architecture and design firm Charlap Hyman & Herrero (CHH).

Wall hangings feature regularly in CHH design schemes, including the large-scale, paradise-like scene in Charlap Hyman’s own eclectically designed apartment in Manhattan. “Tapestries are different from a typical piece you might hang on the wall; they can somehow blend in and feel as if they are a natural part of the environment,” he says. “There is an incredible variety, whether in origin, palette or means of production. My favorite finds are typically of 17th- and 18th-century Aubusson and Flemish origin.”

Throughout history, weavers have depicted current events, religious or mythical scenes, and imaginary idylls in tapestry form. The medieval period saw a peak in production, especially in Europe, when large works were made across France, Belgium and the Netherlands for castles and palaces of royalty and nobility. The capacity to showcase intricate artisanal skill combined with access to fine materials, such as silk, meant tapestries continued to thrive in the Renaissance, even as the art of painting blossomed. Tapestries were able to cover larger areas than painting, often producing a bigger impact—with the added benefit of insulating walls.

Woven works still fill the grand interiors of Château de Fontainebleau, Villa Medici, Hampton Court Palace and Quirinale Palace, to name a few across Europe. Others are now in museum collections for the public to admire. “The Unicorn Tapestries,” 1495–1505, a much-feted series depicting a unicorn hunt, which originally hung in the home of a noble French family, has been on display at The Met Cloisters in New York since it opened in 1938.

In the 20th century, the bold work of artists such as Joan Miró, Anni Albers and Sonia Delaunay introduced experimental abstraction into the medium, pushing its potential. Contemporary artists including Jeffrey Gibson, Julia Bland and El Anatsui built on this experimentation, drawing from wider global influences—woven works have long been a format of creative expression in Indigenous communities across the

Previous page: In interior designer Adam Charlap Hyman’s living room, an antique tapestry from Aubusson, France, is paired with modular seating by Klaus Uredat

Below: A large, minimalist tapestry brings warmth and depth to this Los Angeles home

Right: Design firm Charlap Hyman & Herrero uses a monumental verdure tapestry as a bedroom backdrop

“ TAPESTRIES PLAY A TRICK ON THE EYE, AS IF THE SPACE MIGHT BE GRANDER THAN IT IS ”

world—and exploring unusual materials, textures and forms. Although the art world has periodically overlooked tapestries as “craft,” they are now celebrated and collected as artworks themselves.

It follows that more people are incorporating tapestries into their interiors, too. As wall decoration, tapestries can be softer and warmer than paintings, but just as adept at complementing interior styles. Their texture and tactility chime well with domestic environments and their range of sizes provides options for perfecting the right look.

In a recent project in Notting Hill, London, interior designer Nina Litchfield selected an abstract tapestry from contemporary artist Sussy Cazalet to anchor the living room. “I designed the space with the tapestry in mind,” says the Brazilian-born designer. As the rest of the room was “relatively neutral,” Litchfield wanted to bring warmth and color through a large-scale addition to the walls. Cazalet’s tapestry, sourced from the London art gallery Tristan Hoare, introduces deep red and amber tones to the room, offset by playful contrasts of green and blue. “That tapestry is so fascinating, so mesmerizing— and it really makes the room,” Litchfield says.

New York-based architecture and design studio Workstead turned to historic tapestries for two interior schemes it produced in New York. At Prospect Park West, a Brooklyn condominium development, a striking

yellow lobby is offset by an antique European landscape tapestry, dominated by deep greens; at Twin Bridges House, in the Hudson Valley, a faded and framed 19th-century tapestry showing a verdant idyll complements a pattern-rich living room. “The tapestries add a historical artistry to each project,” says Ryan Mahoney, partner and creative director at Workstead.

So, how to style a tapestry in your own home? For many, contrast is the name of the game. Litchfield opted for a modern, abstract and minimal tapestry for the Notting Hill home “because my design in general is quite traditional,” she says. But just as a contemporary woven piece can offset a historic interior, so the reverse is true. “Nowadays, it’s in fashion to take a very old tapestry and put it in very modern interiors,” she adds. “The modern interior can be quite cold and possibly even a little sterile—and then you put in a tapestry and it brings in warmth.”

Workstead adopted the old-meets-new approach at One Prospect Park West, where “the tapestry serves as a counterpoint to the more modern space,” says Mahoney. But a richly detailed historic tapestry can also be an opportunity to embrace maximalism. “The intricacy of tapestries encourages the layering of materials and patterns,” he says. Whatever the style chosen, tapestries can bring nuance and soul to a room. As Mahoney says: “Their soft, textured canvases enhance the depth of an interior—and can weave in storytelling.”

Words by Francesca Perry

Left: Nina Litchfield designed this London room around an abstract tapestry by artist Sussy Cazalet

Above: In Brooklyn, design studio Workstead added contrast to the modern lobby at Prospect Park West with an antique tapestry

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c.516.220.9249

judithgoldsborough@danielgale.com

Centre Island, NY | “Tranquility”

Discover the epitome of waterfront living in this meticulously renovated 4-bedroom Hamptons-style home, where each sunrise and sunset feels like your own masterpiece. Positioned on Oyster Bay Harbor with 185 feet of private shoreline, this exceptional 3.5-acre Estate blends timeless luxury with natural beauty. A sun-filled open floor plan seamlessly connects the main rooms, ideal for entertaining. The serene first-floor primary suite captures sweeping bay and garden views, while the walk-out lower level expands the living space. Landscaped grounds feature a heated saltwater pool, hot tub, and your own private beach with direct Long Island Sound access. Live surrounded by peace, beauty, and prestige.

MLS# 891363 | $3,875,000

Lois Kirschenbaum

Associate Real Estate Broker

Gold Circle of Excellence

c.516.526.7425

loiskirschenbaum@danielgale.com

Neena Chowdhary

Real Estate Salesperson

Gold Circle of Excellence

c.516.643.0076

neenachowdhary@danielgale.com

Glen Cove, NY

Tucked within the coveted enclave of Matinecock Farms, this beautifully renovated 6-bedroom, 6-bath Colonial is offered completely turnkey, with every detail carefully curated. A sunlit primary suite, expansive gourmet kitchen, and refined living spaces flow seamlessly to the pool and patio, while the lower level provides a guest suite, gym, and family room with walk-out. Framed by lush landscaping and enhanced with state-of-the-art systems, the property balances timeless elegance with modern ease.

MLS# 864070 | $4,300,000

Christina F. Porter

Associate Real Estate Broker

Locust Valley Office

c.516.835.5512 christinaporter@danielgale.com

Christina Teagle Real Estate Salesperson

Locust Valley Office

c.516.635.8679 christinateagle@danielgale.com

Glen Cove, NY

Turn of the Century Victorian

With a welcoming wrap around porch this 6 bedroom Queen Anne Victorian features grand spacious rooms characterized by 10 ft. high domed ceilings, intricate woodwork and a touch of elegance. A stunning newly designed kitchen offers gas cooking, quartzite counters and a center island. Set on lush 1.7 acres with specimen plantings and 2-car garage with walk up loft that offers expansion possibilities.

MLS# 858278 | $2,500,000

Laura Algios

Associate Real Estate Broker

Gold Circle of Excellence

c.516.578.6750 lauraalgios@danielgale.com

Linda Brown

Associate Real Estate Broker

c.516.650.9145 lindabrown@danielgale.com

Lido Beach, NY

Just moments from the shoreline, this spacious Split-Level home balances comfort, style, and functionality on an oversized property. Inside, 4 bedrooms and 4 baths provide ample space for both everyday living and entertaining.

The sunlit eat-in kitchen, outfitted with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and a decorative backsplash, is as practical as it is inviting. A bright formal living room with a bay window, recessed lighting, and crown molding sets the stage for gatherings both casual and refined.

MLS# 890078 | $1,298,000

Leah Tozer

Associate Real Estate Broker Gold Circle of Excellence

c.516.860.5784

leahtozer@danielgale.com

Long Beach, NY

Welcome to your fully renovated waterfront retreat in Long Beach’s vibrant West End. Move-in ready and filled with coastal luxury, this home offers open bay views, stunning sunsets, and even a glimpse of the NYC skyline—right from your deck. Just two blocks from the beach and steps from dining, shopping, and the LIRR, it blends seaside living with city convenience.

Inside, vaulted ceilings, skylights, and central air create a bright, airy feel. The kitchen, with center island and open dining, is perfect for entertaining, while two living rooms offer space to relax, host, or work from home.

MLS# 867250 | $1,399,000

Leah Tozer

Associate Real Estate Broker

Gold Circle of Excellence

c.516.860.5784

leahtozer@danielgale.com

Plandome Manor Manhasset, NY

Commuter’s dream in a prime location steps from the Plandome train station on over a ½-acre of parklike grounds. This beautifully renovated Center Hall Colonial offers 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, new chef’s kitchen opening to a sun filled great room with soaring ceilings, and a primary suite with fireplace, en suite bath and private deck. The lower level provides a guest room, full bath, office, and playroom. Entertain in style and enjoy suburban living with an easy and quick commute to NYC.

MLS# 882802 | $2,785,000

Diane Goetze

Real Estate Salesperson Port Washington Office c.917.914.4621

dianegoetze@danielgale.com

Old Brookville, NY

Lots 168/170/172 Available

Welcome to Chatwal Estates, a rare gated enclave of six 3–4 acre estate building lots, 3 of which have already been sold. Each fully improved with underground utilities and ready to build your custom home. Situated across from preserved 61-acre farmland and just 25 miles from Manhattan, this exclusive community offers unmatched privacy, beauty, and convenience.

MLS# 865864/865987/866000

Prices starting at $2,325,000

Neena Chowdhary, CBR, CLHMS

Real Estate Salesperson

Global Real Estate Advisor

Gold Circle of Excellence

Syosset/Muttontown Office

c.516.643.0076

neenachowdhary@danielgale.com

Debra Quinn Petkanas

Associate Real Estate Broker

Global Real Estate Advisor

Gold Circle Of Excellence

Sea Cliff Office

c.516.359.3204

debrapetkanas@danielgale.com

Old Brookville, NY | Gold Coast Estate

Designed by renowned early 20th century architect Mott B. Schmidt, this stately 9-bedroom, 7.5-bath Gold Coast estate is set on 3.32 acres, and spans 8200 square feet of re ned living. Intricate millwork and well-appointed rooms are showcased throughout, with expansive windows framing picturesque views of the manicured grounds. The exquisite property includes a private, 3-bedroom guest Cottage, ourishing gardens, and a 20 x 50 saltwater pool with pool house. Sports enthusiasts will appreciate a lighted clay tennis court, and an outdoor squash and basketball facility. The seamless indoor-outdoor ow creates a private sanctuary designed for the ultimate luxury retreat.

MLS# 825827 | $5,850,000

Old Brookville, NY

Magnificent 6-bedroom Brick Colonial tucked away on a private cul-de-sac in one of Long Island’s most exclusive enclaves, this stately brick Colonial embodies timeless elegance and refined indoor and outdoor living. Designed with an eye for classic proportions, the home is crowned with a slate roof. Highlights include elegant principal rooms, an open-concept kitchen and adjacent den offering an inviting space for everyday living. The luxurious main-level primary suite has its own study, dressing room and marble bath. 2-acre grounds are as exceptional as the home itself, with an inground pool, expansive multi-level brick patios, mature trees and plantings-perfect for hosting special moments.

Lois Kirschenbaum

As a premier real estate advisor and Team Leader of the Lois Kirschenbaum Team, I specialize in the luxury market, delivering unparalleled expertise and personalized service to clients seeking their dream home. With an artistic approach to showcasing properties and a profound understanding of the local market, I ensure each listing stands out.

Whether buying or selling, I am dedicated to navigating you through every step of the process with professionalism and creativity. Let me help you find your perfect sanctuary on the North Shore of Long Island.

Lois Kirschenbaum

Associate Real Estate Broker

Gold Circle of Excellence

Wheatley Plaza Office

c.516.526.7425

loiskirschenbaum@danielgale.com

MLS# 852773 | $4,250,000

Old Brookville, NY

89 Pound Hollow Road Where Drama Meets Design

Nearly 8,000 square feet of bold, breathtaking living in prestigious Old Brookville. Recently reimagined from top-to-bottom, this estate delivers high style, soaring ceilings, and unforgettable details at every turn. The chef’s kitchen dazzles, while a pink laundry room adds a playful twist. A sleek man bar is ready for your next unforgettable night. Step outside to your private resort with a sparkling pool, tennis court, and manicured grounds designed for luxury living. This isn’t just a home — it’s a statement, a lifestyle, and a work of art.

89 Pound Hollow: live beautifully.

MLS# 845880 | $7,449,000 | *Co-Listed with Jacqueline Nathel

To me luxury is an experience, Not a price point.

It’s the little things that define luxury, never the price tag. It’s the charm of a home, the style, the warmth and beauty.

Luxury is also in the detailed service I provide. An elevated experience for both buyer and seller is what I’m all about.

Let me show you the difference when working with a top agent that truly understands and delivers quality and luxury in everything I do.

Karen Sharf

Associate Real Estate Broker Gold Circle of Excellence Wheatley Plaza Office c.516.972.7647 karensharf@danielgale.com

Karen Sharf

Old Westbury, NY

Look no further, this is a rare nd of a special property to build the home of your dreams on. A beautiful 7.7-acre building parcel is set on a serene, private, and quiet cul-de-sac on the grounds of the former Winthrop Estate. Enter through the original impressive estate gates, which have been restored and preserved. The Winthrop Mansion still exists on the property, as well as a recently built brick estate home. This land is ideal for building one grand estate or the property has already been subdivided into two building lots of 3.7 and 4 acres, where two new homes could be built. The property is fully improved with underground utilities for gas, electricity, water, and cable. It also features a combination of open grassy areas with a perimeter of mature trees. It is conveniently located close to schools, shopping, restaurants, clubs, and roadways for commuting. The owner will also build to suit.

Glen Cove, NY

East Hampton, NY

Direct waterfront on Long Island Sound, only 23 miles from NYC. Located in the only gated waterfront community with its own private marina and boat slip. The community features a two-story waterfront clubhouse, a pool, an indoor clay tennis court, a sandy beach, ponds, and landscaped gardens. This custom-designed home o ers a rst- oor primary suite and covered porch with outstanding views of the Sound and private marina. The property features spacious rooms with bright spaces, soaring ceilings, and large windows with rich wood oors. The kitchen is large with a granite-topped center island. The two-story living room and formal dining room overlook the water. Extensive Brazilian walnut wood decking extends the length of the home. The property is a blend of modern conveniences with traditional charm, ideal for a full-time residence or a perfect Hamptons alternative.

Luxury new construction. Set on a landscaped, almost 1-acre lot, this property o ers the ultimate in luxury living. The home boasts three expansive levels with 6 bedrooms and 7 ½ baths. It features the option for a primary bedroom on both the rst and second levels. Upon entry, you’re greeted by soaring ceilings and sun-drenched interiors with walls of glass. Generously proportioned living areas ow seamlessly into one another, creating an ideal setting for both relaxed living and grand-scale entertaining. Outdoor amenities are equally impressive, including bluestone terraces, a pool cabana, and a luxurious heated in-ground pool. A detached 2-car garage complements the property. This is a rare opportunity to own a thoughtfully designed retreat in one of the Hamptons’ most sought-after locations, with close proximity to Ocean Beaches, restaurants, and shopping.

Port Washington, NY

This expanded and renovated Cape Cod in Baxter Estates was staged and marketed with precision, generating multiple offers and going under contract in just 7 days.

MLS# 900643 | Last Ask: $1,285,000

Port Washington, NY

This charming Colonial was thoughtfully staged and prepared from top-to-bottom, drawing strong interest and selling in less than 2 weeks.

MLS# 840624 | Last Ask: $1,065,000

Port Washington, NY

This beautifully maintained Split-Level home in the Salem section was staged and presented with style, allowing buyers to instantly connect with the home’s warmth and modern updates.

MLS# 879090 | Last Ask: $1,045,000

Port Washington, NY

This renovated Cape Cod was beautifully staged and marketed to showcase its warmth and character, ultimately connecting with the right buyers at a price the sellers were thrilled with.

MLS# 830919 | Last Ask: $979,000

20+ Years of Expertise

One Trusted Name

I’ve been proud to represent the homes of Port Washington and Sands Point — a community that means so much to me. Every home has its own story, and it’s a joy to bring that story to life with thoughtful preparation, polished marketing, and an eye for what resonates with today’s buyers.

These are a few of my most recent listings, each marketed with the care and dedication it deserves. I’d love to do the same for you and maximize your home’s value when you’re ready.

Thinking of selling your home? Call Beth Catrone

Beth Catrone

Associate Real Estate Broker Gold Circle of Excellence Port Washington Office c.516.647.1729 bethcatrone@danielgale.com

Roslyn Harbor, NY

Welcome to 25 Montrose Court, a timeless Center-Hall Colonial gracefully set on nearly 2 acres. Impeccably maintained and elegantly updated, this residence showcases refined millwork, hardwood floors, and grand principal rooms ideal for entertaining and everyday living. A chef’s kitchen with professional-grade appliances anchors the main level, complemented by multiple dens, a dining room, and guest accommodations. The serene primary suite offers a spa-inspired bath, expansive dressing room, private gym, and office. Outdoors, enjoy resort-style amenities including a pool, spa, lounge areas, and a fully equipped outdoor barbecue. Close proximity to NYC, high end shopping, and restaurants.

MLS# 906465 | $4,450,000

Tara Fox

Tara Fox, Associate Real Estate Broker, is recognized for her success in Long Island’s North Shore luxury real estate market. Known for her discretion and integrity, Tara approaches every transaction with honesty, trust, and a solution-driven outlook. She is a skilled negotiator, adept at navigating complex deals with poise and precision to secure the best outcomes for her clients.

Leveraging Daniel Gale’s cutting-edge marketing and the exclusive Sotheby’s International Realty global network, Tara connects with elite buyers locally and internationally. Her bespoke service, meticulous attention to detail, and commitment to excellence consistently exceed expectations.

Tara Fox

Associate Real Estate Broker Gold Circle of Excellence Lois Kirschenbaum Team Wheatley Plaza Office c.516.641.2652 tarafox@danielgale.com

Rockville Centre, NY

Incredible Center Hall Colonial in Prestigious Old Canterbury.

Set on an oversized property, this stunning home boasts a magnificent chef’s kitchen, exquisite formal living and dining rooms, a large den, and gorgeous hardwood floors throughout. Enjoy the newly finished basement, perfect for entertaining or relaxing, along with remarkable architectural details at every turn.

With its prime location and pristine move-in condition, this showstopper is the total package— don’t miss your chance to make it yours.

MLS# 906722 | $1,799,999

Mary Beth Darcy Real Estate Salesperson Gold Circle of Excellence

c.516.972.7028

marydarcy@danielgale.com

Laurel Hollow, NY

An entertainer’s paradise on 2+ secluded acres, this stunning Colonial invites you to gather in elegant living spaces, cook in a chef’s kitchen, and host unforgettable moments poolside with a pizza oven, outdoor fireplace, and resort-style amenities.

MLS# 902046 | $1,795,000

John

Cold Spring Harbor Office

c.516.241.0761

johnmessina@danielgale.com

Jericho, NY

This beautifully updated West Birchwood home is made for modern living, with soaring ceilings, a chef’s kitchen, a spalike master suite, and seamless indoor-outdoor spaces perfect for relaxing or entertaining.

MLS# 886092 | $1,695,000

John Messina Associate Real Estate Broker

Cold Spring Harbor Office

c.516.241.0761

johnmessina@danielgale.com

Setauket, NY

This meticulously maintained home showcases an open floor plan with cathedral ceilings, radiant heated floors, and 2 wood-burning fireplaces. The chef’s kitchen features Energy Star stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and a center island, creating an ideal space for gatherings. Outdoors, a saltwater pool is framed by an expansive patio and lush landscaping, complemented by a fully equipped pool house. Sweeping views of Little Bay and Setauket Harbor complete this remarkable property, making it the perfect retreat for everyday living and entertaining.

MLS# 878063 | $1,674,000

Carol Russell Real Estate Salesperson

Stony Brook/Port Jefferson Office

c.631.786.6787

carolrussell@danielgale.com

Huntington, NY

Nestled on the North Shore of Long Island, Huntington is a town where history, culture, and coastal beauty come together. From charming boutiques and renowned restaurants to picturesque parks and a bustling harbor, Huntington o ers something for everyone — whether you’re raising a family, starting a new chapter, or searching for the perfect weekend retreat.

At Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty, our Huntington o ce is proud to be part of this vibrant community. With deep local knowledge and a commitment to exceptional service, we’re here to help you navigate every step of your real estate journey. Let us show you what makes Huntington not just a great place to live — but an extraordinary place to call home.

Huntington O ce

263 Main Street, Huntington, NY | 631.427.6600 | danielgale.com

14 Heather Lane, Lloyd Harbor, NY MLS# 849558 | $5,975,000

23 Gloria Lane, Huntington, NY MLS#

Discover Huntington, Live Exceptionally

Harbor Views, Hometown Feel

As a proud local real estate expert, I know firsthand what makes this harbor front village so special. From Main Street’s local shops, cafés, and the iconic Northport Theatre, to the breathtaking sunsets over Northport Harbor—this is more than a town. It’s a lifestyle.

Whether you’re drawn by the historic homes or the sense of community that makes every day feel like a neighborhood block party, Northport offers something truly rare on Long Island: small-town charm with big personality.

Thinking of making Northport your next move? Let’s talk. I’m not just selling homes— I’m helping you find your place in the heart of our community.

Noreen Sweeney, CBR

Real Estate Salesperson

Northport Office

c.631.327.2844

noreensweeney@danielgale.com

Jeanne Posillico Leonard

“Having grown up on Long Island and raised my ve children here, I know rsthand the beauty, charm, and lifestyle our communities o er. As a long-time resident and business owner, I have had the privilege of living and working on the North Shore for many years. That lifelong connection allows me to share not only valuable market knowledge, but also the experiences and values that make Long Island such a special place.

My honest approach and in-depth knowledge of the real estate market guides clients toward con dent, informed decisions. Whether buying or selling, as your real estate advisor I am committed to providing exceptional service every step of the way.”

Let’s connect—I’d be delighted to help you with your real estate journey.

Jeanne Posillico Leonard CBR, GRI, SRES

Associate Real Estate Broker

Global Real Estate Advisor Gold Circle of Excellence Cold Spring Harbor O ce d.631.692.9298 | jeanneleonard@danielgale.com | jplhomes.com

Setauket, NY

MLS# 867649. $2,250,000. Susan Falvey, c.631.943.8096

Port Jefferson, NY

MLS# 848855. $1,299,000. Miriam Ainbinder, c.631.988.9200

Stony Brook Offi ce

Our Stony Brook office, established in 2014, is centrally located near historic landmarks, Stony Brook University, and Avalon Park. Our team of agents is recognized for their professionalism, responsiveness, and deep expertise in the local market. With most of our agents living within just a few miles of the office, each brings a true insider’s perspective to the community they serve. The area’s rich history and strong sense of community continue to make Stony Brook a highly desirable place for both residents and visitors.

Stony Brook, NY

MLS# 900728. $1,500,000. The O’Dwyer-Brainard Team, c.631.235.3300

Smithtown, NY

MLS# 890198. $1,295,000. Lynn Sabatelle, c.516.241.6200

Stony Brook, NY

MLS# 901803. $1,380,000. Susan Falvey, c.631.943.8096

Stony Brook, NY

MLS# 883211. $1,095,000. Lynn Sabatelle, c.516.241.6200

NY

MLS# 861150. $9,999,880. Bonnie Glenn, c.631.921.1494

of the Harbor, NY

MLS# 874712. $1,439,000. Bonnie Glenn, c.631.921.1494

Smithtown Offi ce

Experience the best of Smithtown real estate at our conveniently located Smithtown office. Our expert agents are known for their professionalism and responsiveness, delivering exceptional service to a diverse range of buyers and sellers. We take pride in giving back to our local communities through volunteer work and supporting charitable causes. With a dedicated team of professionals and a prime location near beautiful beaches, we provide a smooth and efficient real estate experience. Explore incredible attractions like Short Beach, Long Beach, and the Smithtown Historical Society in this captivating area.

Nissequogue, NY

MLS# L3587428. $7,200,000. Marianne Koke, c.631.335.7111

Head of the Harbor, NY

MLS# 900527. $1,199,000. Christine Stevens, c.631.879.7018

James, NY

MLS# 877560. $2,149,000. Bonnie Glenn, c.631.921.1494

Smithtown, NY

MLS# 900220. $769,999. Foley Makram Kelly Team, c.631.387.2800

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Old Field, NY

Waterfront living at its nest, this 3.94-acre property in the Incorporated Village of Old Field’s Crane Neck Beach Association o ers sweeping views of Flax Pond and the Long Island Sound. Surrounded by pristine forest, it provides a true connection with nature as well as a rare opportunity to enjoy kayaking and birdwatching. The charming Country House features a welcoming entry framed by water views, a separate dining room, 4 replaces, hardwood oors, 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, and many more distinctive details that make this residence both inviting and unique.

MLS# 882132 | $2,500,000

Miriam Ainbinder Associate Real Estate Broker Stony Brook/Port Je erson O ce c.631.988.9200 miriamainbinder@danielgale.com

“The Point”

5-Bedrooms | 5-Baths | 3.37-Acres

Step into the charm of “The Point”, an Estate where elegance and history meet profound luxury. The extremely private setting is comprised of meticulous gardens and mature plantings. Exceptional amenities including a heated gunite pool/spa, Har-Tru tennis, your own deep-water dock and sandy beach.

Learn about “The Point”

MLS# 863432 | $12,500,000 The one to exceed expectations

Deborah Pir ro

Bellport Village, NY

3.28-Acres | Waterfront | Land for Sale

MLS# 863551 | $6,500,000

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Southampton, NY

5-Bedrooms | 6.5-Baths | 1.02-Acres

MLS# 904984 | $3,750,000

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Montauk, NY

MLS# L3589585. $8,500,000. Kelly DiJorio, ABR, c.631.384.5470

Water Mill, NY

MLS# 850263. $2,599,999. Neil Tevez, c.516.641.3326

Hampton Bays, NY

MLS# 861073. $1,099,000. Frank Mistretta, c.631.495.8820

Remsenburg, NY

MLS# L3530281. $5,900,000. Victoria Reynolds, ABR, c.631.834.3440

Southampton, NY | SOLD MLS# 815528. $2,560,250. Robert Florio, c.631.702.2000

Hampton Bays, NY | SOLD MLS# 869695. $1,070,000. Dan Martinsen, c.917.620.8379

Center Moriches, NY

MLS# 873245. $2,875,000. Deborah Pirro, ABR, c.516.637.5786

Shelter Island, NY | Commercial Listing MLS# 836104. $2,500,000. Paula Jerman, c.917.690.4622

Sayville, NY | SOLD MLS# 872252. $785,000. Anthony Baiardi, c.631.626.1614

Shelter Island, NY

Elevated 59 ft. above sea level for both commanding views and lasting peace of mind, this extraordinary Contemporary Estate—masterfully designed by acclaimed architect Kenton van Boer—offers a rare blend of modern sophistication and natural beauty. Spanning 9.4 private acres with 561 ft. of premier waterfront on Smiths Cove, the property is a true sanctuary. The 1,504 sq. ft. residence showcases impeccable design with 2 bedrooms, a private study, and 2 spa-inspired baths. A chef’s kitchen flows seamlessly into a soaring, light-filled living room anchored by a dramatic stone fireplace. Vaulted Douglas Fir ceilings, bespoke doors, walls of glass, flagstone patio and 4 expansive decks blur the line between indoors and out, framing breathtaking water vistas at every turn. This is more than a home—it’s a statement of timeless architecture, privacy, and coastal elegance.

MLS# 906564 | $6,750,000

Debra Von Brook-Binder Real Estate Salesperson Shelter Island Office

c.631.872.2889 debravonbrookbinder@danielgale.com

Shelter Island Heights, NY

For the first time in over a century, a rare offering of three generationally owned waterfront parcels along Shelter Island’s Menantic Creek is available as a single 4.9-acre estate. Known as a protected “Hurricane Hole,” this coveted stretch offers direct boating access to both forks and a quick route to Montauk. A truly unique waterfront compound with exceptional potential.

MLS# 842673 | $9,955,000

Paula Jerman Associate Real Estate Broker Hamptons Office

c.917.690.4622 paulajerman@danielgale.com

Bay Shore, NY

Bay Shore Offi ce

Situated between the village charm of Brightwaters and the vibrant energy of downtown Bay Shore, Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty serves as the gateway to coastal luxury living.

Our office represents more than just real estate—it offers a tailored experience defined by elegance and excellence. From breathtaking waterfront estates and sophisticated year-round residences to exclusive Fire Island retreats, our seasoned professionals are dedicated to connecting extraordinary homes with discerning buyers.

With our recent expansion into Fire Island, we proudly combine generations of local expertise with the unmatched global reach of the Sotheby’s International Realty network—creating new opportunities to serve the community we cherish. Committed to achieving exceptional results, we deliver not only record-setting sales but also a refined, seamless experience for every client.

At our Bay Shore office, every transaction is more than a sale— it’s a reflection of distinction and success.

Timeless elegance defines this 9-bedroom, 4.5-bath Federal-style home spanning 5,646 sq ft. Built in 1890 and once owned by tea importer George Macy, it features 4 fireplaces, intricate moldings, high ceilings, and expansive rooms. Set on 1.4 acres with a 3-car garage and spacious deck, this historic gem offers a rare opportunity in a prestigious location.

MLS# 847363 | $2,350,000

Margaret (Meg) Smith

Associate Real Estate Broker

Bay Shore Office

c.516.578.7153 margaretsmith@danielgale.com

Astoria, NY

MLS# 852443. $1,988,000. Irene Nictas, c.917.518.3031

Evangelia Boudourakis, c.917.751.6700

Little Neck, NY

MLS# 867385. $1,299,000. Carolyn Meenan, c.917.796.2990

Rego Park, NY

MLS# 881793. $558,000. Rula Baki, c.917.674.8984

Astoria, NY

MLS# 873456. $1,788,000. Kelly Gatanas, c.917.757.0002

Astoria, NY

MLS# 899386. $1,288,000. George Rivera, c.917.299.9463

Oakland Gardens, NY

MLS# 900907. $395,000. Irene Gringuz c.917.335.3950

Astoria, NY

MLS# 897732. $1,328,000. Deirdre McKenna, c.917.750.8456

Bronx, NY

MLS# 844370. $825,000. Tina Dovale, c.646.479.4720

Bayside, NY

MLS# 893421. $299,000. Irene Nictas, c.917.518.3031 Evangelia Boudourakis, c.917.751.6700

Downtown Brooklyn, NY

Sophistication nds its address at 306 Gold Street, where striking architecture meets curated amenities. Enjoy skyline vistas, an indoor pool, tness, basketball and squash courts, screening room, and lounge — each space crafted for elegance and ease. This residence embodies the prestige and lifestyle today’s discerning buyers desire.

MLS# RLS11029456 | $679,000

Kimberlyn Casciano

Real Estate Salesperson Park Slope O ce c.646.866.0716

kimberlyncasciano@danielgale.com

Stuyvesant Heights, NY

Nestled on a quiet, tree-lined street in the heart of Bed-Stuy, this two-family brownstone at 479 Bainbridge St delivers the perfect combo of classic Brooklyn architecture, modern comfort, and smart investment versatility. Guiding your next move with a trusted Brooklyn, NYC Advisor.

MLS# RLS20040608 | $1,775,000

Andrew Moore

Real Estate Salesperson

Park Slope O ce c.917.620.0056

adrewmoore@danielgale.com

Jackson, Wyoming

The River House

Situated on arguably the best parcel in Crescent H Ranch with expansive Teton views and prime Snake River frontage, this newly constructed project, completed in 2023 and designed by renowned architect Wallace Cunningham, is a living sculpture. Its connection to its surroundings is profound, with the natural beauty of Fish Creek, Grand Teton views, and wildlife like elk, moose, and eagles enhancing its setting. The architecture seamlessly integrates with the landscape, nestled into a stream curve, with a parallel pool reflecting both the mountains and the house. The sweeping sculptural roof and lofty interiors blur the boundaries between indoors and outdoors, creating inviting spaces for private enjoyment or entertaining. Through thoughtful planning and stewardship, they worked with Teton County

and the Jackson Hole Land Trust to place a conservation easement on the property, which allows for additional development rights, including a second dwelling.

Crescent H Ranch boasts miles of trails for horseback riding, cross-country skiing and hiking, as well as miles of private spring creeks, ponds and Snake River frontage for first-rate fishing. The shops, restaurants and art galleries of downtown Jackson are close, as is the world-class skiing of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. A historic Western lodge on-site at Crescent H serves as a reminder of the property’s heritage.

RiverHouseCH.com

$60,000,000

Berry Islands, The Bahamas

Frozen and Alder Cay

Just 35 miles from Nassau, this extraordinary 83-acre dual-island sanctuary, Frozen and Alder Cays, offers a once-in-a-lifetime chance to own your own private world. Arrive by seaplane or private yacht. Stay for the freedom of a complete escape.

FrozenandAlderCay.com

$19,000,000

Bahamas

Sotheby’s International Realty

George Damianos +1 242.424.9699

George.Damianos@SIRbahamas.com

Long Cay & The Little Sperrit Isles

A rare private island opportunity. Nestled in the heart of the Exuma Cays, Long Cay is a breathtaking private island offering approximately 60 acres of pristine natural beauty and over 4 miles of uninterrupted shoreline, perfectly positioned between the world-renowned Highbourne Cay and Norman’s Cay.

Paradise Island, The Bahamas

Nestled within the amenity-rich golf-community of Ocean Club Estates, spanning two impeccably manicured lots totaling 48,044 sq. ft., this exceptional 19,508 sq. ft. estate is distinguished by the longest private canal frontage (236 ft.) on Paradise Island.

sirbahamas.com/id/61133

$18,200,000

Bahamas

Sotheby’s International Realty

Christopher Ansell +1 242.427.0082

Christopher.Ansell@SIRbahamas.com

Evansted

sirbahamas.com/id/FELXYL

$9,995,000

Bahamas

Sotheby’s International Realty

Nick Damianos

+1 242.376.1841

Nick.Damianos@SIRbahamas.com

A 20-minute flight from Florida’s east coast, this luxurious 7-bed, 8.5-bath island retreat offers privacy and waterfront living. The property consists of a main residence, a guest house, and its crown jewel, a nearly 200-ft. deepwater dock that accommodates vessels with drafts exceeding 8 ft.

sirbahamas.com/id/63394

$7,500,000

Bahamas Sotheby’s International Realty

Christopher Albury +1 242.359.6885

Christopher. Albury@SIRbahamas.com

Sundara

Exuma, The Bahamas

Grand Bahama, The Bahamas

Long Bay, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos

Kailoa Villa

A stunning new beachfront retreat on Long Bay that seamlessly blends contemporary luxury with island living. This breathtaking two-level, 4-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom, 1.08-acre, residence celebrates Turks and Caicos’ natural beauty through open, airy spaces that frame spectacular Caicos Banks views from every angle.

Grace Bay, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos

Salacia

turksandcaicossir.com/id/XTRHP8

$8,750,000

Turks & Caicos

Sotheby’s International Realty

Nina Siegenthaler

+1 649.231.0707

nina@tcsothebysrealty.com

Grace Bay, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos

Beach Enclave Grace Bay Villa 8

This elevated, 4-bedroom villa has stunning Grace Bay turquoise ocean views from the main house and guest cottage through the central green space within an exclusive gated community of 9 homes, serviced and managed by Beach Enclave and feature an on-site gym, tennis court, and guest reception.

An extraordinary sanctuary on one of the world’s most breathtaking beaches this elegantly designed American Coastal architectural estate offers 200 ft. of frontage. The 9-bedroom property spans approximately 15,000 sq. ft. of living space (10,000 sq. ft. under roof), ingeniously designed to accommodate large gatherings while maintaining intimate, personalized spaces across 1.46 acres. The estate’s centerpiece is a 65-ft. heated pool featuring two waterfalls, a family-friendly splash area, and a signature mosaic-tiled hot tub. Beyond the pool the property offers an array of recreational spaces designed to delight all ages and interests.

turksandcaicossir.com/id/3ZZKVD

$28,500,000

Turks & Caicos

Sotheby’s International Realty

Nina Siegenthaler

+1 649.231.0707

nina@tcsothebysrealty.com

turksandcaicossir.com/id/36NVJ8

$8,250,000

Turks & Caicos

Sotheby’s International Realty

Nina Siegenthaler +1 649.231.0707

nina@tcsothebysrealty.com

Corporate

36 Main Street

Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724

631.423.1180

Relocations & Referrals

36 Main Street

Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724

800.445.4460

DGNY Commercial

175 Broadhollow Road, Suite 140

Melville, NY 11747

516.402.3469

Astoria

32-07 30th Avenue

Astoria, NY 11102

718.650.5855

Bay Shore

249 W. Main Street

Bay Shore, NY 11706

631.647.7013

Bayside

36-35 Bell Blvd Suite 204

Bayside, NY 11361

718.762.2268

Carle Place/Westbury

356 Westbury Avenue

Carle Place, NY 11514

516.334.3606

Cobble Hill

207 Court Street

Brooklyn, NY 11201

718.689.6400

Cold Spring Harbor

5 Main Street

Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724

631.692.6770

Cutchogue

28080 Main Road

Cutchogue, NY 11935

631.734.5439

Garden City

102 Seventh Street

Garden City, NY 11530

516.248.6655

Great Neck

Find us Located Across Long Island from Brooklyn to the East End

42B Middle Neck Road

Great Neck, NY 11021

516.466.4036

Greenport

114 Main Street

Greenport, NY 11944

631.477.0013

Hamptons

100 Main Street

Westhampton Beach, NY 11978

631.288.1050

Huntington

263 Main Street

Huntington, NY 11743

631.427.6600

Locust Valley

1 Buckram Road

Locust Valley, NY 11560

516.759.4800

Long Beach

58 W. Park Avenue

Long Beach, NY 11561

516.670.1700

Manhasset

364 Plandome Road

Manhasset, NY 11030

516.627.4440

Mattituck

10095 Main Road, #9

Mattituck, NY 11952

631.298.0300

Mattituck Love Lane

70 Love Lane

Mattituck, NY 11952

631.298.4130

Northport

77 Main Street

Northport, NY 11768

631.754.3400

North Shore

329 Glen Cove Avenue

Sea Cliff, NY 11579

516.674.2000

Park Slope

78 7th Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11217

718.638.6500

Port Washington

350 Main Street

Port Washington, NY 11050

516.883.2900

Rockville Centre

36 S. Park Avenue

Rockville Centre, NY 11570

516.678.1510

Sea Cliff

266 Sea Cliff Avenue

Sea Cliff, NY 11579

516.759.6822

Shelter Island 11 Grand Avenue

Shelter Island Heights, NY 11965

631.749.1155

Smithtown 81 Route 111

Smithtown, NY 11787

631.584.6600

Stony Brook/Port Jefferson 1067 Route 25A

Stony Brook, NY 11790

631.689.6980

Syosset/Muttontown 7951 Jericho Turnpike

Woodbury, NY 11797

516.677.0030

Wheatley Plaza

342 Wheatley Plaza

Greenvale, NY 11548

516.626.7600

Williamsburg

299 Bedford Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11211

718.689.8400

Mill Neck, NY

Set on 5 private acres of tranquility, “Vita Bella” blends seclusion with refined grandeur. This 9,534 sq. ft. Estate welcomes you with a soaring foyer, a limestone kitchen, and serene suites that open to expansive terraces, a saltwater pool, and sport courts. Inside, you’ll find 6 bedrooms and 9 baths, including a luxurious primary suite with its own sitting room and spa-like en suite. A pool house, wine cellar, gym, and multiple entertaining spaces round out the offering—capturing the very essence of Gold Coast living.

MLS# 872301 | $5,700,000

Christina F. Porter

Associate Real Estate Broker

Locust Valley Office

c.516.835.5512

christinaporter@danielgale.com

Kimberly Bancroft

Real Estate Salesperson

Locust Valley Office

c.516.404.5053

kimberlybancroft@danielgale.com

New York, NY

Spanning an entire floor of Ralph Walker’s iconic masterpiece, this 6,738 sq. ft. residence offers breathtaking 360-degree skyline, harbor, and river views. The Penthouse boasts 5 spacious bedrooms, 5.5 luxurious baths, 3 cozy wood-burning fireplaces, and a sprawling north-facing terrace ideal for entertaining and relaxation. The home is finished with radiant-heated French herringbone oak floors, elegant coffered ceilings, and custom millwork throughout.

Walker Tower offers world-class amenities, including a 24-hour doorman, concierge services, a fitness center with a yoga room, a children’s playroom, and a landscaped roof deck with dining and lounge areas. Originally built in 1929 as a telephone building, this Art Deco landmark has been meticulously restored to combine historic charm with modern luxury. Located steps away from fine dining, museums, parks, and cultural landmarks, this extraordinary penthouse represents the pinnacle of sophisticated NYC living.

MLS# 807403 | $42,500,000