Christie's International Real Estate - Spring/summer 2025 by Hillewaere Groep

MALTA’S MODERN MARVEL

From our co-CEOs

In the current buoyant international market, where mobility and lifestyle choices increasingly drive investment decisions, luxury real estate continues to serve as a gateway to global citizenship. Our latest issue reveals the world’s most coveted destinations, where property ownership opens doors to new horizons, oﬀering discerning buyers pathways to new lifestyles and opportunities across borders.

We also head to the beautiful wilds of Montana, where award-winning author Christine Carbo’s masterful storytelling weaves through time, capturing the raw grandeur and untamed spirit that deﬁne this magniﬁcent state.

In our continued pursuit of the extraordinary, we explore the work of three visionary artists whose monumental lighting installations transcend the conventional boundaries of interior design while redeﬁning the intersection of art and architecture.

Thank you for once again trusting us to showcase the world’s ﬁnest properties and the most compelling luxury experiences in Christie’s International Real Estate magazine.

Sincerely,

Thad Wong & Mike Golden Co-CEOs Christie’s International Real Estate

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The majesty of Montana

Award-winning author Christine Carbo takes us on a heartfelt journey through the Big Sky state.

PLUS Stunning prairie properties.

A bigger splash

A signature pool completes any home, so why not take a dive into the very best?

PLUS Homes with enviable pools. 36

Classic cars, reimagined

Take a look at the “restomod” classic cars that fuse timeless design with unrivaled performance excellence.

PLUS Houses with premium garages.

Passport to paradise

Whether it’s a Mediterranean villa or a Dubai penthouse, strategic property investment creates global opportunities.

PLUS Properties with passport potential.

Mosaic matters

As Invader’s mosaics command record prices at Christie’s, we see how modern mosaic art is transforming urban spaces.

River romance

A boutique cruise reveals the charms and cultural riches of the Mekong waterway.

Chill out

Learn how the art of fridgescaping turns humble refrigerators into social media sensations, bringing style to every shelf.

Dramatic drops

Discover a new generation of lighting artists whose vision turns chandeliers into sculptural masterpieces.

Homes of distinction: Japan

From Victorian exhibitions to modern minimalism, see how Japanese aesthetics remain an enduring inﬂuence on the West. PLUS Japanese-inspired properties. 234 Room with a view

A prized Parisian apartment.

Luxury homes from Manhattan to Monaco.

Let there be light Christopher and Nicola Cox of Cox London with their Magnolia Grandiﬂora chandelier (left); a former wine cellar is transformed into a subterranean pool in Bordeaux, France (below left).

How to get in touch.

KEVIN LEAGUE

Queen of the Rockies Helena, Montana’s state capital, was founded in the 19th century during the gold rush.

“Hiking in grizzly country is exhilarating because it feels existential.”

I AM IN my late teens. At this point I have lived in northwestern Montana for ﬁve years. I still miss the ocean and the Florida beaches, but I have made new friends close to our new home.

I’m hiking with one of them up Gunsight Pass in Glacier National Park. The early-morning golden light smolders dramatically on the mountaintops, beckoning me to come take part in the day’s unfolding.

Glistening water from spring melt-oﬀ runs in rivulets down giant gray slabs of granite and winecolored cliﬀs, creating a shimmering kaleidoscope of color. Serrated peaks tower above.

After we summit the pass and devour the lunch we packed, we begin our descent to Lake Ellen Wilson, a cobalt lake surrounded by jagged cliffs, sharp as razors against the sky. A flowery gentler mountain slope forms a meadow bursting with color. Pasque blossoms, bright-red Indian paintbrush, tall beargrass, and lemon-yellow glacier lilies spread out before me like they’re flirting, drawing us in.

As we zigzag down the narrow shale trail, I see a silver-brown blob moving among the wildﬂowers. I stop and focus. It’s a grizzly. Excitement and nervousness bubble. I nudge my friend and point. She pulls out her bear spray, a large canister of capsaicin used to stop grizzlies in their tracks if they charge. Luckily, we’re far enough away to simply observe him. He’s one of many grizzlies I’ll come across in my life in Montana, each time as thrilling as the ﬁrst.

Hiking in grizzly country is exhilarating because it feels existential, as if you’re right at the edge of civilization.

We watch the bear’s sheer strength as it saunters across the terrain, occasionally stopping to turn over a rock or two as it looks for tasty roots to nibble. Its majestic hump protrudes like a warning, while the breeze pushes its long, thick fur around in waves across its muscular neck and back. White, ﬂuﬀy Dr. Seuss-style beargrass, with its bulbous

tops, surrounds him. Behind him, the ridgeline rises like a great wave. He turns and shows us his scooped silver face. I have the sensation that I’m living in a dreamscape.

Montana overwhelms me.

I AM IN my 20s. My boyfriend and I are hunting pheasants on the east side of the Continental Divide. I am not a hunter. I do not like to shoot things, but I agree to go along because I want to see more of this part of Montana. I’d been to several eastern towns for high-school sports, but I hadn’t really experienced the landscape other than through bus windows.

Eastern Montana is like a completely diﬀerent state: the landscape, the dinosaur digs, the small towns, the Missouri River and its breaks, the endless array of migratory and water birds.

And the moon. When we headed over the Divide the evening before, a harvest moon hung low and orange on the eastern horizon. It appeared much larger and further away than it does in the Flathead, where it’s seemingly nestled in a cup by the mountains.

Now, we’re on one of the many Hutterite colonies in Montana. The Hutterites, an Amish-like community practicing an old-fashioned communal way of life, have given my boyfriend permission to hunt their thousands of acres. The Sweet Grass Hills stand guard in the north, not far from the Canadian border, rising to almost 7,000 feet (2,134 m) from pancake-ﬂat prairies turned gold from farmers’ wheat and what’s left of the original silky, fragrant sweet grasses. In days past, roaming buﬀalo hooves would cultivate the grass by turning the soil and spreading the seeds, but without the presence of the great beasts, much of the grassland has been lost.

We walk through coulees, weaving our way up and down as we follow cattle and mule deer

Running free Montana’s wide-open spaces allow horses to roam and graze as nature intended.

“I’m rooted to the sight of cowboys silently brushing chestnutcolored horses.”

to northwest Montana, creating what we call snow ghosts. The ghosts, ﬂuﬀy and elegant, are anything but soft. They’re created by the same rime coating my goggles as the fog that slinks in from the ridges brings in moisture, its liquid binding to the trees with coat after coat of ice.

But because perception is better in the forested areas on this foggy day, my son and I decide to go oﬀ-piste. We have a buddy system where we stay together, but he’s getting older, more independent. Within seconds of diving down into the trees, he’s oﬀ, gracefully weaving through the pines and out of sight. Out of calling range, too. I yell, but he doesn’t answer. My heart races.

But, when I do reach the lift, he’s waiting, a guilty look on his face. Relief ﬂoods over me. I have words with him, but the fog is now clearing. The clouds have parted, too, and a slice of cerulean heaven hangs above. The sun picks up the moisture left over in the air from the fog, making tiny crystals scintillate in the cold surrounding air. White, snowfrosted ridges hem us in, making us feel like we’re in a magical globe.

The stark beauty is stunning, intoxicating. We smile at each other.

Sometimes Montana frightens me.

I AM IN my 50s. I look out of my window from my desk. It’s early morning and a herd of elk is making its way through my backyard to go to higher elevations for the day. Cow calls ping through the silent morning, reedy but pure.

The night before, two mountain lions crossed outside our front door. Gorgeous, stealthy creatures passing through the night. We kept the dogs in and went out with them when we got up for the day in case the lions were still lurking. I watch the elk in the brightening dawn and hope they stay safe, but I know the cougars are out there, too, looking to cull the herd of its weakest links. My dogs come back

proud with deer bones in their mouths more frequently than I’d like on our daily walks.

Sometimes I think about what my life would be like if I’d moved to a big city—if I’d had plays, museums, excellent restaurants, and all the other opportunities an urban lifestyle can bring. But then I think back on the recent anniversary dinner my husband and I had after spending a day in the Lamar Valley in Yellowstone National Park watching wolves. We dined in a grand lodge in Paradise Valley looking out at Emigrant Peak, with crisp white tablecloths, a creative cocktail menu, a ﬁne wine selection, and food prepared by a world-class chef who’s come to Montana for the same reasons so many others seek it out: its beauty and simple lifestyle.

I’m rooted in the sights of cowboys silently brushing chestnut-colored horses beside old majestic barns, Indigenous Americans performing traditional dances with their colorful, feathery regalia, and fly-fishermen casting their lines at dusk in glittering water. I’ve seen fierce wind blow waterfalls toward the sky, ice crystals shimmering in the sun over frozen lakes, and grizzlies standing their ground, daring me to take another step in their direction. I’ve seen great horned owls perched in papery cottonwoods, elk locking antlers, mountain goats skipping across cliffsides, and bald eagles swirling as they perform dramatic courtship dances, all against the backdrop of a stark countryside that lets us know through its own language that we, too, are part of the Earth.

In Montana, I learn that strength comes from meeting the wild on my own and that ﬁnding solitude is not the same as escaping. Here, I’m in awe of how everything works, how from every minuscule bug to every massive moose, every living organism has a place and a function. Montana writes its own poetry with each sharp winter morning and every still summer night, indiﬀerent to how often you pay attention, yet intensely welcoming when you do.

Not for nothing is Montana nicknamed Big Sky Country. This state is vivid under wide open skies, cluttered not with city high rises but towering pines and mountain peaks. The feeling of space and raw nature is remarkable.

In the west of the state is Bearmouth Ranch, a fabulously located slice of the Rocky Mountains. It’s a substantial slice, too: the ranch encompasses almost 5,000 acres (2,023 ha) and the main house on the estate exceeds 8,500 square feet (790 sq m).

Although the designer of the handsome primary residence went to great lengths to incorporate a traditional pioneer aesthetic to the property— there is a lot of timber inside and out, as well as an abundance of rustic, roughly hewn stone—there is nothing cabin-like about it, as six beautiful bedrooms, a gourmet kitchen, a double-height living room, two bars, and a game room are all present and correct. Framing everything are vast windows that cover much of the façade and mean that the gaze is always drawn to those incredible views. The forests and mountains spill away to a verdant valley, across which, in the distance, rise more mountains. Above the unspoiled landscape is that famously open sky, an ever-changing backdrop of dramatic cloud, perfect crisp blue, or, come nighttime, an incredible astronomical display, with the stars seeming to rain down from above.

Take a bough The living room (top) and terrace (right) oﬀer awe-inspiring views; a pine forest surrounds the ranch (above).

“There is an incredible variety of terrain: timbered hills, dramatic rock formations, lush aspen groves…

It is its land, though, that makes Bearmouth Ranch irresistible. “The thing that really resonates is its footprint,” says Stephanie Gardner of PureWest Christie’s International Real Estate. “There is an incredible variety of terrain: steep timbered hills, dramatic rock formations, lush aspen groves, springs, and sagebrush. It has all the ﬂavors of western Montana.”

The ranch has been given over to enjoying the great outdoors. There are hiking trails—make it to the summit of Bearmouth’s largest mountain, at nearly 7,000 feet (2,134 m), and you will have a view of ﬁve other ranges—plus an 18-hole frisbee golf course, an archery range, and two gun ranges.

But the star attraction of Bearmouth Ranch is its big game. It is perfect for use as a vacation hunting lodge, which Gardner says is possible due to its great connectivity. The college town of Missoula, with its airport, bars, and restaurants, is about 40 miles (64 km) away. “I like to say you’re only 45 minutes away from sushi,” says Gardner. Although, with abundant ﬁshing opportunities in one of the nearby rivers, Bearmouth spirit means it’s just as feasible for owners to get even more hands-on and catch their own.

$17,900,000, PureWest Christie’s International Real Estate, purewestrealestate.com, Stephanie Gardner, stephanie@purewestmt.com, +1 406 531 3307

Big sky thinking

With unspoiled countryside and dramatic mountain peaks as far as the eye can see, Montana is the dreamiest of locations for these four beautiful properties

Rocky Bar O Ranch Polebridge, Montana, U.S.A.

Spanning more than 2,006 acres (811.8 ha) of idyllic land nestled alongside Glacier National Park, the Rocky Bar O Ranch is a nature lover’s paradise. A sanctuary to species including elk, moose, wolves, black and grizzly bears, mountain lions, beavers, foxes, grouse, and eagles, it is also home to cutthroat and bull trout in the 2.6 miles (4 km) of river, spring-fed streams, and ponds in the estate’s meadows and forests. This superb property is the perfect base for hunting, ﬁshing, and outdoor recreation. $29,500,000 PureWest Christie’s International Real Estate, Matthew Hohnberger, matthew@matthewhohnberger.com, +1 406 212 3600

Endless vistas

In the pines

Perfect pastures and mountain views make Rocky Bar O Ranch a sublime opportunity (left), and waterfront living is elevated to an art form in this Lakeside property (below).

Lakeside, Montana, U.S.A.

Views of Flathead Lake and the Mission Mountains are the star of the show from the vast windows of this breathtaking ﬁve-bedroom timber-inspired home, just minutes from the amenities of Lakeside town. Exploring the water is a breeze thanks to its crib dock with boatlift and cover, while 1.17 acres (0.47 ha) of grounds, a pebble beach, and outdoor entertaining areas oﬀer further opportunities to relax and take in the pure rural air. $3,995,000 PureWest Christie’s International Real Estate, Dale Crosby-Newman, dale@purewestmt.com, +1 406 250 8286

Home on the range

Hamilton, Montana, U.S.A.

The Bitterroot and Sapphire mountains hug the skyline surrounding this five-bedroom home, which has been designed with floor-to-ceiling windows to take in that magnificent panorama. The estate’s 16.4 acres (6.6 ha) ensure total privacy, and are well suited to equestrian activities. Inside, exposed beams plus granite and marble flourishes combine with cozy Art Deco-style fireplaces in the open living spaces, while a stunning custom bar makes entertaining a pleasure. $3,989,000 PureWest Christie’s International Real Estate, Bobbi J. Lockhart, bobbi@purewestmt.com, +1 406 880 0117

Running Elk Ranch

Bozeman, Montana, U.S.A.

With its 1,940+/- acres (785 ha) of pristine land bordering Gallatin National Forest, yet just minutes from Bozeman, Running Elk Ranch is a rare opportunity. Sweeping views, ponds, trails, and abundant wildlife—including the ranch’s namesake— create an outdoor paradise. This Montana dream includes a main home, an alpine cabin, a caretaker’s house, and one of Gallatin Valley’s largest indoor equine facilities. Reclaimed wood, stone, and steel lend warmth and character, while top-tier equestrian amenities and a trap/skeet range oﬀer endless recreation. $78,912,000

PureWest Christie’s International Real Estate, Mike Schlauch, mike@suplatinum.com, +1 406 580 8380

Saddle up

Both this Hamilton estate (above) and Running Elk Ranch (below) are havens for horses and humans.

DEEP AND MEANINGFUL

A swimming pool adds the ultimate ﬁnal ﬂourish to your home. Here are three watery wonders to inspire your own project

Words / Anna Crane

“THERE’S NOTHING LIKE a pool for bringing people together,” says renowned pool builder Mark Dorsey. “I built a pool for a family where the father was very disconnected from his children. A couple of months later, the mom contacted me to say thank you, because they now spent so much time in that pool with each other, splashing about and having fun.” It’s pleasurable, relaxing, good for your well-being, and two recent U.S. studies have found that swimming can even help you to live longer and aid cognitive function. Time for a dip.

Going underground

Winner of the Most Beautiful Indoor Residential Pool category in the international Pool Design Awards 2020, this serene, spotlit subterranean pool was created in the former stone-block wine cellar of a hôtel particulier (private mansion) in Bordeaux, France.

Completed in 2015, the 32.8-foot x 9.8-foot (10 m x 3 m) lap pool, designed by architects Atelier Cambium , is tastefully tiled with natural slate and ﬁtted with a clever counter-current swimming system and massage jets to keep swimmers stimulated. And when exercise is over, underﬂoor heating and humidity control throughout the basement make getting out of the pool pure pleasure. ateliercambium.fr

On cloud nine

Mark Dorsey, owner of Medallion Pool Company in North Carolina, designed this exquisitely engineered infinity-edge Cloud Pool (above), which perches 3,000 feet (914 m) up in the Appalachian Mountains. So elevated is the secluded spot, it’s not unusual to swim amid wisps of cloud—hence the romantic name—although a remote-controlled heater ensures the water is warm enough to use all year round. When the sun dips down below the horizon, underwater LED lights create a magical glow, and with an integrated spa, floating chair lounge, and sunken pavilion with bar, pizza oven, and flatscreen TV, the pool deck is the perfect place for hosting a party. medallionpool.com

Let it slide

“The desire for a home pool stems from its unique combination of comfort, convenience, and lifestyle enhancement,” says a spokesperson for U.K.-based indoor pool specialist Origin . This large, sumptuous swimming pool (left) that the company created for a family on the south coast of England eﬀortlessly mixes a calm spa aesthetic with a stylish sense of fun. Its focal point is the high-gloss, sculptural slide created by Splinterworks. “The kids feel like they’re at a water park every time they use it,” explain the owners, although the cozy seating area, coﬀee station, sauna, and spa are key elements to making this space a wonderful sanctuary for the whole family. originpools.co.uk

Make a splash

Nothing elevates a home like the addition of a sumptuous swimming pool, and these six special properties boast some of the most breathtaking around

French-style sophistication Northﬁeld, Illinois, U.S.A.

Set in a bright atrium with vast windows overlooking a lush backyard and nature preserve, the generous, heated indoor pool and spa at this majestic nine-bedroom, French-villa-style estate is just the ﬁrst of many leisure-time delights to be found. Outside, on the property’s 1.25 acres (0.5 ha), the beautifully manicured lawns lead to a full-size tennis court and a charming gazebo, surrounded by mature trees to ensure total privacy, while inside, the immense gourmet kitchen and welcoming great room provide endless opportunities for entertaining, making this special property one to be proud of. $4,799,000 @properties Christie’s International Real Estate, Carrie McCormick, carrie@atproperties.com, +1 312 961 4612

Water, water everywhere

A spa-like space with a sense of grandeur brings drama to this Illinois mansion (left); tropical vibes abound in St. Barthélemy (below left).

Domaine de Vignette Colombier, St. Barthélemy

With spectacular views over the Caribbean Sea and tropical sunsets, the turquoise-toned pool at the heart of this estate is a magical retreat ﬂanked by bamboo-shaded daybeds, perfect for relaxation. The property comprises a pair of two-bedroom bungalows, a primary-suite bungalow, and a separate one-bedroom VIP cottage, so guests can come together on the inviting terraces or enjoy the privacy of their own space. Price upon request Sibarth Real Estate Christie’s International Real Estate, Zarek Honneysett, zarek@sibarthrealestate.com, +590 690 48 48 67

Up on the roof West Tisbury, Massachusetts, U.S.A.

Perched high on the rooftop and surrounded by expansive decks and lush gardens, the swimming pool at this beachfront estate oﬀers an incredible spot to take in those breathtaking New England coastal vistas. The house was envisioned with the 14 pillars of biophilic design in mind, to ensure it is at one with its natural surroundings—the ﬁve bedroom suites in the primary residence have a connection with the beauty of the outdoors, backed up with green technologies. $24,500,000 LandVest Christie’s International Real Estate, Gerret Conover & Thomas Leclair, gconover@landvest.com, +1 508 627 1617, +1 508 627 0177

La Cuppulata Estate Sardinia, Italy

Exuding a fairy-tale sense of wonder, this 44.5-acre (18 ha) estate is nestled in a Mediterranean parkland, close to the pristine beaches of the Costa Smeralda, with a beautifully and carefully restored traditional farmhouse at its heart. Its elegance is epitomized by its naturalistic swimming pool, surrounded by ancient granite and verdant trees, and overlooking the horizon where the sea meets the sky. Terraces and chic outdoor dining spaces add to the magic of the location. Price upon request Immobilsarda Srl Christie’s International Real Estate, Julia Bracco, juliabracco@immobilsarda.com, +39 3483 307 916

Natural beauty Spectacular views of the surrounding countryside are a star attraction at this Massachusetts property (above) and La Cuppulata Estate in Sardinia (below).

Featured properties: pools

Villa Balaclava Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

A masterpiece of design, the gardens at Villa Balaclava were created by a leading landscape architect, and are anchored by a stylish swimming pool complete with a hot tub, cabanas, terraces, and water features. The estate is a private, tranquil sanctuary in the heart of the city. With seven bedrooms and seven baths, the main residence is expertly laid out across one primary level to display works of art throughout its bright and airy 7,012 square feet (651 sq m) of living space. The separate two-bedroom coach house oﬀers superb accommodation for staﬀ, a multigenerational lifestyle, or guests. C$12,500,000 faithwilson | Christie’s International Real Estate, Faith Wilson, faith@faithwilson.com, +1 604 813 3656

Indoor–outdoor living

An unusual wraparound water feature surrounds the superb pool at Villa Balaclava (below); a cavernous pool and spa takes this Michigan estate far beyond the everyday (bottom).

Float on Oakland Township, Michigan, U.S.A.

Resplendent with a cascading waterfall, hot tub, full kitchen, two full baths, and a changing room, the pool area in this exceptional home is a private indoor oasis. Further downtime fun is to be found in the movie theater and a game room with its own bar, while six beautiful bedroom suites promote rest and relaxation. Set on almost eight tree-lined acres (3.2 ha), the estate’s ﬁnal ﬂourish is the unique garage with elevator lift, which can accommodate 15 vehicles with ease. $8,500,000 @properties REMI Christie’s International Real Estate, Alex Chapman, alexchapman@atproperties.com, +1 313 475 0275

GREAT BALLS OF FIRE

THE BUBBLE WOOD-BURNING fire bowl, designed by Christophe Ployé, head of design at Focus, is a wonderfully understated yet elegant feature that brings a dash of contemporary style to any outdoor setting, large or small. Perfect as an intriguing sculptural focal point for gardens, terraces, and poolsides, its easy portability—thanks to a pair of fixed rear wheels—helps create intimate gathering spaces wherever and whenever they’re needed. From extending balmy summer evenings when hosting gatherings of friends and family to warming up chilly fall nights under the stars, the Bubble turns special outdoor moments into lasting memories. focus-fireplaces.com

Words / Tamara Warren

Vintage cars are enjoying a whole new lease of life with modern upgrades that enhance their style and performance like never before

Reinventing the classics

Owning a classic car requires patience and a good relationship with a skilled mechanic. Vintage design may stand the test of time, but the bodies that underpin these forms are subject to decay, ﬁnicky engineering, and hard-to-ﬁnd parts. But what if a retro car could run as seamlessly as a new sports model? Automotive restoration companies are challenging what it means to be a steward of collectors’ cars by using the latest materials and manufacturing tech for the best performance. Upcycling classic cars is now the ultimate automotive luxury.

At the heart of the top-notch automotive restoration business is a true appreciation for the original models. In fact, Aloisa Ruf can’t remember a time when she didn’t know about classic Porsche 911s. In the restoration space, her family’s company RUF is renowned for pushing the limits on performance-minded products that blend heritage with cutting-edge engineering and bespoke assembly practices. At three years old, Ruf remembers riding in a rare Porsche 911 prototype, a 901 from 1964 that her father restored. “I always understood the value and care of these cars beyond the engine,” she says. The business dates back to the 1930s, when her grandfather Alois Sr. opened the Auto Ruf gas station in Germany and the company began to specialize in Porsche repairs in 1963. When her father, Alois Jr., took the reins in the mid-1970s, he introduced the ﬁrst RUF cars, modiﬁed Porsche 930s, a coveted enthusiast model of the 911. Now, Aloisa Ruf is the head of brand collaborations—recently she oversaw a RUF capsule collection with fashion brand Highsnobiety. It’s a title she’s earned after working her way through various aspects of the business, including paint and classic restoration. She also worked on the restoration of her personal 1968 Porsche 912.

Under Alois Jr.’s leadership, the company grew from a tuning shop into a sophisticated sports car manufacturer, employing about 100 people across engineering, paint, interiors, and assembly. In 2017, RUF began making its own carbon-ﬁber monocoques, which means the car can be built from scratch, without sourcing bodies or vehicles elsewhere. It has three current models—the CTR, the naturally aspirated SCR model, and the RUF Rodeo, a turbocharged oﬀ-roader introduced last summer at Monterey Car Week. “It’s an artform,” Ruf says.

RUF hand-builds 30 cars a year, with a starting price of $850,000. “I say we’re the haute couture of automotive,”

Blond bombshell

The distinctive colorway of RUF’s CTR model has led to it being dubbed the Yellowbird.

“We try to keep that essence and excitement by creating an absolute wolf in a sheep skin.”

“Every car we build is a unique piece of art to the person who buys it, and it’s subjective.”

Electric dreams

Ruf says. “We try to keep that essence and excitement by creating an absolute wolf in a sheep skin.” In its newest 500-horsepower models, RUF uses an integrative roll system and double wishbone push-rod suspension from Formula 1 motorsport tech. “We keep the charm and timelessness in design while still being in the most advanced ﬁelds of engineering and technology.”

By making what’s old modern, “restomod” endeavors add a fresh spin on the singular restoration process. It’s a growing luxury category in the $15-billion classic car market. While purists traditionally restore cars to precise factory specs, these collectors seek out classics that work as daily drivers.

ECD Automotive Design, based in Kissimmee, Florida, is scaling up the possibilities for a clientele that wants to blend retro styling and high-end amenities. The company launched in 2012 with a modiﬁed Land Rover Defender, another storied name with roots dating back to post-World War II Great Britain. Fever for old Defenders, a rugged do-all vehicle, has been surging for decades. Several Defenders that belonged to Queen Elizabeth II were on display at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance last year. “Every one was a gray Defender 110 with black wheels,” says Scott Wallace, chief executive of ECD’s ﬁrst restorations.

As the company grew, Wallace took note of requests for more customizable options in its builds, such as cupholders, wood paneling, and wireless chargers. “Every one we build is a unique piece of art to the person who buys it, and it’s subjective,” he says. “When a car comes oﬀ the line, everybody gathers because we

The classic MG has been completely reimagined by RBW in collaboration with British Motor Heritage to allow it to run electrically.

ring a bell when it ﬁnishes. What I want to hear is what happens, which is 100 diﬀerent opinions on that car.”

The ECD Classic, a rebuilt Defender, is the company’s bread and butter, but ECD also customizes Range Rovers, Jaguar E-Types, Toyota FJ Land Cruisers, and 1967 and 1968 Ford Mustang fastbacks and convertibles. In 2019, ECD began to manufacture electric Defenders. “In the classic car space, we are the gigafactory for classic car restoration. We produce a car every four days,” Wallace says. He references a canary-yellow Defender 90 with black accents that could be seen on the live feed from the factory. ECD boasts 650 clients who pay a starting price of about $150,000—$250,000, but that can go far beyond.

“At the mom-and-pop garages, you drop your car and your deposit oﬀ, and you hope that someone is going to call you back about it in the next ﬁve years. The sweet spot is 12 months. We wanted to give a more transparent luxury experience,” says

Second chance ECD Automotive Design’s Land Rover Defender (above) and Ford Mustang (left) are much-loved old bodies with brand-new technology inside.

Wallace, who has a background in private equity and is responsible for taking ECD public on the NASDAQ.

An appetite for rugged American-made trucks, once seen as accessible and low-key, drives the demand to use them as luxury vehicles. Velocity Restorations, based in the Florida panhandle, is known for its restored vintage Ford Broncos and Chevy pickup trucks. The concept started when Stuart Wilson, a former nuclear engineer for the U.S. Navy, restored a Bronco he intended to take

on a road trip. He eventually sold that Bronco, which led to his next restoration and the 700 vehicles that Velocity has since restored. “There are shops out there building $2-million custom, very high-end restored vehicles, but for our clients, those builds are almost too perfect,” he says. “They don’t want all the latest technology. They still want it to have that heritage feel; they just want it to drive really well.” The company uses an assembly-line format to achieve eﬃciency and quality standards. “Once you

go to a repeatable process where you can write the assembly manual and train to that process, and that technician is doing that same process every day, that’s where you can really dial in the quality and the reliability.”

As the restomod movement heats up, it coincides with the car industry’s pivot to battery-powered cars. Yet innovation has also crept into the classic space in clever ways. RBW in the United Kingdom makes cars that hark back to the classic British sports car, the 1967 MGB. “My very ﬁrst car was an MG,” says founder and CEO Peter Swain. “I founded this business to bring back MGs and then I had this idea to make it electric.”

The design of the RBW coupe and roadster is classic, but all the materials and parts are brand new, conceived in Lichﬁeld, England. “It looks like a modern car with the silhouette of the classic.” The ﬁrm registered as a vehicle manufacturer that can build electric cars, a process that it can replicate for other brands, and is also opening a facility in Virginia to bring the scalable

Wheels of fortune (Clockwise from above) The Ford Bronco revived by Florida’s Velocity Restorations; a Chevy C10 by the same company; RUF’s SCR model.

“Our clients still want the car to have that heritage feel; they just want it to drive really well.”

manufacturing model stateside. Swain says RBW currently has plans to build 300 new vehicles per year and to supply 3,000 systems to other ﬁrms by 2029. While RBW isn’t a true restoration builder, it appeals to the same tastes that make the restomod movement so compelling.

Taste in cars is personal, and the criteria for what’s desirable comes down to what the enthusiast is willing to invest. At auction houses, 1980s and 1990s cars have become a draw, and so are cars restored in unique ways. At the 2024 Broad Arrow Monterey Auction, a new record was set for RUF when a 1998 RUF CTR sold for $2,095,000. Restomod collectors enjoy cars that celebrate heritage, improve on ride and performance, and repurpose proven concepts. The common thread in the modern vintage luxury space comes down to beautiful cars that are meant to be adored and driven well into the future.

Tamara Warren is founder and CEO of Le Car and has written about cars and culture for The New York Times and Vox

The car’s the star

An owner’s four-wheeled pride and joy deserves the best place to bed down for the night, and these homes come with some of the best garages on the market

Life at the top Sunny Isles Beach, Florida, U.S.A.

Sky-high living meets life on the open road at this magnificent four-bedroom residence. A chic private elevator whisks vehicles up to a beautifully finished two-car garage right inside the apartment, meaning parking and security will never be an issue. For ultimate relaxation after a long drive, the home boasts a heated saltwater Jacuzzi with ocean views on the balcony, a private sports simulator, a movie theater, and a salon, while a party room offers a glitzy opportunity to play the perfect host to family and friends, whatever the occasion. All of this splendor combines to provide a five-star Florida lifestyle in a majestic modern building. $7,900,000 Fortune Christie’s International Real Estate, Valentina Grajales,

A dream home for motorists, this Florida apartment has its own garage for two cars.

Driving ambition

Motorist’s mansion Los Gatos, California, U.S.A.

A car enthusiast’s dream, the eight-car garage at this grand estate is just the start of the treasures found amid its superb 10.61 acre (4.29 ha) grounds. Exuding exquisite European-style grandeur, the seven-bedroom mansion houses bright and airy living spaces. Outside, there are secret gardens to explore and sunny poolside areas for lounging away summer days, and with groundwork in place for two additional lots, there’s potential to create a family compound of three homes. $12,980,000 Christie’s International Real Estate Sereno, Kirsten Trapani, kirsten@sereno.com, +1 408 761 0686

Lakefront sanctuary Cornelius, North Carolina, U.S.A.

Nestled on a private island and taking in spectacular views of Lake Norman, this ultra-contemporary estate is a haven of peace and tranquility. A heated four-car garage caters to all motoring needs, and leads on to the spectacular modern architecture of the main home, which is a harmonious blend of stone, steel, and glass. Inside, the drama continues in the vast primary suite, which boasts a skywalk bridge leading to a rooftop deck, ideal for drinking in more of those glorious sunset vistas. $8,295,000 Ivester Jackson Distinctive Properties Christie’s International Real Estate, Lori Ivester Jackson, lori@ivesterjackson.com, +1 704 996 5686

Classic to contemporary

The traditional style of the Los Gatos estate extends to the garage (above) while an island retreat in Cornelius, North Carolina, takes a more modern approach (below).

Sky-high splendor

The Metropolis Building overlooks Madrid’s Gran Vía, referred to as the “Spanish Broadway” because of its excellent selection of shops and restaurants.

Attracting the world’s wealthiest and brainiest residents is nothing new. In medieval Florence, the ruling Medici family lured the ﬁnest masons, bankers, and goldsmiths from across the Mediterranean. By 1472, the Italian city hosted 54 workshops chiseling out marble and stone, where a young sculptor named Michelangelo found work. Such policies made Florence’s rulers the richest family in Europe.

Decades later, the Ottoman Empire in Istanbul used citizenship to attract the most creative minds. The Ottoman sultan even sent ships to retrieve Jews expelled during the Spanish Inquisition. Spanish Jews knew how to card wool for weaving and, perhaps more importantly, how to ﬁnance a growing empire.

“They say [Spanish] King Ferdinand is a wise monarch,” laughed Ottoman Sultan Bayezid II.

“How can he be, he who impoverishes his own country to enrich mine?” Within two generations, the Ottomans became the principal power in Europe and Arabia.

Today, specific destinations—including Madrid, Malta, and Dubai—offer an easier path to overseas residency. In a desire to attract global citizens, these locations offer discerning buyers the chance to purchase an opulent home, which comes with a long-term right of abode. Some golden visa programs include pathways to citizenship. These can potentially offer passports that promise visafree travel across Europe, Asia, and the Americas.

Whatever the reason for securing overseas residency through property, it carries the same attraction as in medieval Florence and Istanbul— safety, prosperity, and the chance of a better lifestyle abroad.

In Madrid, attractions include its climate and its renowned gastronomic oﬀering. Christie’s International Real Estate clients in Madrid enjoy dining at restaurants in the city’s most iconic districts, including in the historic center, where one

can step back in time at Restaurante Botín. If the dishes on the menu seem steeped in history (try the stewed partridge with jamón ibérico), it’s because the restaurant opened in 1725. According to the Guinness World Records, Botín is the oldest restaurant in the world.

“Our clients love to ask us about the lifestyle in Madrid and the customs of the madrileños (Madrid natives),” says Olga García Hernández, managing director of Christie’s International Real Estate Madrid, the ﬁrm’s new oﬃce in the city.

Restaurants serving authentic Madrid cuisine— such as cocido, a chickpea-based stew with chorizo, veal, and bone marrow—are located in genuine neighborhoods with long-established, thriving residential communities.

“But for property investors,” observes García Hernández, “Michelin stars are extremely important.” She recommends newly-starred restaurants to clients, such as Smoked Room, near Salamanca where García Hernández’s new office is located. Smoked Room’s tasting menu, with its concept of “Everything is smoke,” uses fire to enhance umami flavors in dishes such as embergrilled sea cucumber with minty shiso pesto.

García Hernández asserts that classical buildings and proximity to the Parque del Buen Retiro deﬁne the prime property areas of the city, such as Salamanca. Here, prices per square meter “have reached €25,000 ($26,075), reﬂecting sustained demand and limited supply,” she explains.

In recent years, soccer has brought the Spanish capital into the global spotlight. Real Madrid— European champions—has been home to iconic players such as Cristiano Ronaldo and David Beckham. Today, current stars like Vinicius Junior and Jude Bellingham showcase their adopted city through their social media platforms.

“The Real Madrid Museum is the second most visited in our city,” says García Hernández. The most popular museum in Madrid, however, is the Museo Nacional del Prado, which houses one of the most exceptional art collections in the world,

featuring masterpieces by Spanish artists such as the sensual and monumental Goya and the introspective and brooding Velázquez.

However, in mercantile Madrid, entertainment is strongly supported by economics. The transformation of Real’s Santiago Bernabéu Stadium has been one of the most spectacular and ambitious projects in recent years. According to The New York Times, the refurbishment cost €1.76 billion ($1.81 billion). Beyond soccer, the stadium is expected to host concerts and international events in the coming years. Madrid, undoubtedly, is a city always aiming for new goals.

So, can buyers become residents, staying on to enjoy the show?

Amid the impending closure of Spain’s golden visa program, the wealth visa—formally known as the Non-Lucrative Visa— has emerged as an alternative, when combined with a property purchase, for those seeking long-term residency. The scheme,

Sunshine and style

Typical Spanish architecture at Gran Vía Metro station in Madrid, Spain (above); the Rolex Middle Sea Race in Valletta, Malta (right). JUAN

“SECURING OVERSEAS RESIDENCY THROUGH PROPERTY HAS THE SAME APPEAL AS IN MEDIEVAL

FLORENCE AND ISTANBUL.”

designed for non-EU nationals, prioritizes financial stability over investment, offering a streamlined pathway to life in Spain. The residency program offers a path to permanent status, while granting unrestricted access to all 29 Schengen nations—a compelling proposition for international mobility.

The city offers a diverse range of options to suit every type of buyer, from those with refined tastes who prefer the more aristocratic neighborhoods, to the bohemian individuals drawn to the historic districts of the city center. Meanwhile, financiallyminded buyers are opting for new developments, such as the highly anticipated Nuevo Norte area near the Real Madrid stadium. It is reported that the revitalization of this northern district will contribute €15 billion ($15.435 billion) to the GDP, while creating 350,000 jobs in the city. The area will be 100 percent accessible and emission-free, with the tallest skyscraper in Europe overseeing the redeveloped zone. Christie’s International Real Estate Madrid offers a selection of high-end properties in this area.

Another key advantage of purchasing property in Madrid is its excellent connectivity for onward travel. The world’s secondlargest high-speed rail network spans the country. Trains depart Madrid at 193 miles per hour (311 km/h), connecting swiftly with the vibrant city of Barcelona, among other destinations.

Class act

ﬁlm budgets.” This is a signiﬁcant sum on a $250 million-plus movie like Gladiator II

Malta’s 300 annual days of sun allows for yearround ﬁlming, and reduces the need for expensive artiﬁcial lighting or post-production color correction. The nation’s cultural history within the Phoenician, Roman, Norman, and British empires has left the country with an architectural legacy spanning everything from Italianate palazzos to modern apartments. This allows it to stand in for any Mediterranean city from Madrid to Jerusalem.

The movie industry is particularly important because it brought international attention to Malta’s sun-kissed lifestyle and its Citizenship by Investment Program. This is where property purchase oﬀers a direct path to residency without the need for visa renewal.

“The big diﬀerence between other countries is that, in Malta, residency is for life,” explains Bonello. “And citizenship is extended to future generations.” This makes Malta an advantageous option as a permanent residency for families.

“THE BIG DIFFERENCE BETWEEN OTHER COUNTRIES IS THAT, IN MALTA, RESIDENCY IS FOR LIFE.”

There’s more. Malta is the only country in the European Union to provide a pathway to obtain one of the world’s strongest passports. A Maltese passport grants visa-free travel to 189 countries. Real estate is a requirement to those starting their residency plan.

But it’s a diﬀerent European country that has often doubled for Spain in the movies. The same nation, Malta, starred as Greece in Troy, France in Napoleon, and the African coast in Captain Phillips An island nation near Italy, Malta is uniquely telegenic. Other Maltese shoot locations include Mtaħleb Cliﬀs, where Daenerys Targaryen found her dragons in Game of Thrones, and Fort Manoel, where lead character Ned Stark lost his head.

In 2024, Malta hit the headlines as the ﬁlming location for Gladiator II. The swords-and-sandals epic recreated Rome’s Colosseum beside the sempiternal capital of Valletta.

Malta’s cinematic peak didn’t happen by accident. “Our government has strategically promoted the island as a filming destination,” says Miguel Bonello, managing director of Oyster Christie’s International Real Estate in Malta. “The sector benefits from a generous government rebate scheme, offering up to 40 percent of locally spent

“Advantageous tax conditions and global uncertainties have amplified the trend of taking residency in Malta,” says Bonello. “Malta’s flourishing film industry has also spotlighted some of the island’s most desirable locales.”

Current properties for sale include a historical Valletta townhouse crowned by a roof terrace. It has skyline views towards Fort Ricasoli, where Gladiator II was ﬁlmed.

St. Julian’s is a beachside suburb, where the James Bond movie The Spy Who Loved Me was shot. Oyster Christie’s International Real Estate has a four-bedroom penthouse here in Portomaso Marina for just over €3,000,000 ($3,087,000).

At the other end of the scale, Malta has targeted creatives as well as high-net-worth individuals. The country’s Nomad Residence Permit welcomes digital globetrotters with a gross income of more than €42,000 ($43,218). Those who wish to work remotely, while blogging, inﬂuencing, and sipping wine in a medieval piazza, can do far worse than Malta for a place to live.

The island of Malta, located to the south of Italy, is completely surrounded by the inviting waters of the Mediterranean Sea.

The works on display at Art Dubai 2024 included an installation by Turkish media studio Ouchhh.

At the upper end of the scale, Dubai is home to the region’s leading art fair.

“In 2024, Art Dubai welcomed more than 120 galleries and artists from over 40 countries,” says Nikolett Vilmos, head of marketing at Christie’s International Real Estate Dubai. The spring 2025 fair has a large digital section, as collectors increasingly purchase moving images for their home screens.

Upscale fairs such as the International Boat Show, Dubai Fashion Week, and Art Dubai showcase the city, says Vilmos. “High-net-worth individuals who would be interested in purchasing art, for example, see the lifestyle and culture. So, they might be more inclined to think about purchasing property here.” Vilmos quotes a panoply of attractions, from beach to desert to golf. New Michelin-starred restaurants include the Dubai branch of Madrid’s Smoked Room, which won its ﬁrst star in 2024.

Yet buying in Dubai is like nowhere else. As the emirate is a relatively new property hotspot (in 1990, Dubai’s population was 500,000, a ﬁgure that’s expected to push six million by 2040), there is a big trend towards branded properties. Purchasing an apartment styled by designers at Cavalli, Lamborghini, or Bentley “gives a buyer association with a known and trusted brand,” says Vilmos. It’s the modern-day equivalent of buying an apartment inside one of the Medici palaces.

Resort-style living

As Dubai expands, most residences are marketed off-plan. “In Q1 2024 there was more than one offplan property launch per day. And in Q3 2024, 63 percent of all sales transactions across Dubai were off-plan,” says Vilmos. New properties aren’t sticking around. Approximately 80 percent of all units launched since 2022 were sold by July 2024, which points to a resilient real estate market.

Among the most sought-after oﬀ-plan properties is The Alba, managed by the Dorchester Collection. This curvaceous residence, styled by Zaha Hadid Architects, commands a plum location on the northern shore of The Palm. It’s divided from the beach by a vast palm-dotted maze of pools.

When The Alba is completed in 2028, owners of its residences can access wellness facilities, valets, a concierge, and a ﬂeet of cars belonging to the residence. Food and beverages can be ordered from the adjoining Dorchester Collection hotel.

The golden visa is attracting a new demographic. Around 60 percent of Dubai residents are aged between 25 and 45. That’s far younger than Monaco, the ultimate 20th-century city-state, which has an average age of 55, the oldest in the world.

Can Christie’s International Real Estate Dubai point the next generation of clients in the right direction for residency?

“That’s what we oﬀer,” says Vilmos, “and it’s a big draw for people to invest.” In 2024, the United Arab Emirates is set to welcome 6,700 millionaires as new residents. “That’s the highest in the world.”

By 2030, Al Maktoum International Airport Dubai will become the world’s largest after a $35-billion project. Dubai already has the world’s tallest skyscraper, one of the largest malls, and the longest zipline. The internet is fast and taxes are low. Little wonder new residents are buying in.

Is the offer of a better life abroad indefinite? One residency program has been running for 400 years. Back in the 17th century, the world’s first art residency program opened in Rome, which allowed budding artists to ride the Renaissance boom. Today, the residency lives on inside the Villa Medici (Florence’s monied magnates built this palazzo, too) and welcomes artists of all ages and nationalities to live and study.

Tristan Rutherford is a travel journalist who writes for The Wall Street Journal and The Times

“HIGH-NET-WORTH INDIVIDUALS WHO WOULD BE INTERESTED IN PURCHASING ART SEE THE LIFESTYLE AND CULTURE IN DUBAI.”

Words / Gela Pertusini

MALTA’S MODERN MARVEL

The Mediterranean hotspot may be known for its traditional buildings, but this contemporary masterpiece in St. Julian’s, Malta , showcases a land with an eye to a gleaming future

Malta is famous for its crystal-clear sea, its Baroque churches, and charming town centers. But cutting-edge modern design? Not so much. Yet this magniﬁcent duplex apartment in St. Julian’s—one of the country’s most popular destinations—oﬀers that distinction.

Occupying the top two ﬂoors of the 17-story Pendergardens development, the apartment is an astonishing symphony of glass and steel, marrying sturdy industrial chic with opulent ﬁnishes.

The penthouse’s curtain glass wraps all the way around the duplex to showcase everything from the sparkling waters of St. Julian’s Bay to the twisting, Zaha Hadid-designed Mercury Tower. In the distance, historic Valletta is visible.

Inside, the surfaces gleam with luxurious finishes: gorgeous joinery, stylish fittings, and a reflective pod that partially encloses the kitchen in an otherwise open-plan living space. A sinuous curl of spiral staircase softens the hard edges. Outside, the terrace features a lap pool and several areas for seating, dining, or simply soaking up the extremely reliable southern Mediterranean sun.

“It’s very unusual to have a property in Malta with this level of finish,” says Miguel Bonello, MD of Oyster Christie’s International Real Estate. “The terrace pool, the modern technology that has been integrated into the penthouse… it’s very, very difficult to find that here.”

Bonello is conﬁdent that the apartment will be snapped up by an overseas buyer, not just because of the international appeal that the property itself oﬀers, but because of Malta’s attractiveness to

Premium penthouse (Clockwise from left)

A sleek pod houses the kitchen; lofty views from the pool; the terrace’s cozy seating area; peace reigns in the bedrooms.

wealthy buyers. The tiny country—its population is a little above half a million—has become increasingly attractive to foreign HNWIs who are looking to acquire Maltese citizenship (and full EU citizenship as a result). Malta’s recently revamped Citizenship by Naturalization for Exceptional Services by Direct Investment Program enables qualifying individuals and their dependents to acquire citizenship status within either a 12- or 36-month period. The investment required ranges from €750,000 ($785,937) for the fast-track, 12-month option or €600,000 ($628,797) for the standard, 36-month solution. Investment is into a state-run national development fund. In both

“The terrace pool, the modern technology that has been integrated into the penthouse…

cases, an additional donation of €10,000 ($10,481) is to be made to a government-approved charity or NGO. Successful applicants must also acquire or rent a qualifying property in Malta with property acquisitions starting from a minimum value of €700,000 ($783,554).

While several other EU countries offer similar routes to a passport, Malta has a unique set of advantages: its historical links with the United Kingdom mean that English is an official language; while other countries have scaled back or withdrawn their golden visa arrangements, Malta has fought the EU to retain its policy; Malta applies the classic res non-dom basis of taxation where qualifying tax payers are only subject to tax on money earned in the country. “In the past year we’ve seen a lot of interest in our properties from buyers in the United States and Britain, as well as people from Asia,” says Bonello. “We have an influx.”

An overseas buyer would ﬁnd plenty to keep them entertained in St. Julian’s: the town is alive with restaurants, bars, and clubs. But with breathtaking views like those in this penthouse, staying in is just as attractive an option.

$11,679,464, Oyster Christie’s International Real Estate, christiesrealestatemalta.com, Miguel Bonello, mb@christiesrealestatemalta.com, +356 7949 9137

International living

With residency programs in the oﬃng for elite homebuyers, these six properties are some of the ﬁnest to choose from in Dubai, Madrid, and Malta

Penthouse perfection Portomaso, Malta

Located in the beautiful and exclusive Portomaso Marina residential complex, this four-bedroom penthouse encompasses an entire ﬂoor of the building, enveloped by wraparound terraces from which to take in views of Malta and the sea. Stylish, open-plan living spaces and sumptuous sleeping quarters create further charm, while two parking spaces make access a cinch. $3,267,430

Oyster Christie’s International Real Estate, Miguel Bonello, mb@christiesrealestatemalta.com, +356 7949 9137

Salamanca sanctuary Madrid, Spain

With its six balconies, all facing south to drink in the maximum amount of Iberian sunshine, this elegant apartment is the perfect place to take in the buzz of the Spanish capital from one of its most sophisticated districts. A gourmet kitchen encourages entertaining, while the three stylish bedrooms ensure a restful night’s sleep. $4,027,694

Christie’s International Real Estate Madrid, Olga García Hernández, olga@cire-madrid.com, +34 699 605 571

Contemporary splendor Madrid, Spain

Set in the prestigious La Moraleja neighborhood, this architecturally majestic villa oﬀers the best of both worlds: easy access to the city and seclusion from its hustle and bustle. Leisure lies at the heart of the ﬁve-bedroom home thanks to its pool with a barbecue area, as well as a gym, spa, movie theater, play area, and padel court. $14,515,293

Christie’s International Real Estate Madrid, Olga García Hernández, olga@cire-madrid.com, +34 699 605 571

Magniﬁcent vistas

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

One Za’abeel is an architectural feat showcasing the world’s longest cantilever, and is home to this wonderful twobedroom duplex apartment. Walls of glass invite in natural light and sweeping city views, creating the perfect ambience for hosting gatherings, while on-site Michelin-starred restaurants oﬀer further elite entertaining options. $4,764,498

Christie’s International Real Estate Dubai, Faheem Kakroo, faheem@christiesrealestatedubai.com, +971 55 865 0919

Maritime majesty

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

A gorgeous two-bedroom apartment in the Atlantis The Royal building, this property’s sea views and chic decor are matched by residents’ amenities including Michelin-starred restaurants, a private beach, indoor and outdoor pools, a gym, a spa with sauna and steam rooms, and concierge and valet services. $6,398,040

Christie’s International Real Estate Dubai, Kunal Rishiraj, kunal@christiesrealestatedubai.com, +971 50 149 4132

Marina skyline

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

From its position above glittering Dubai Marina, this four-bedroom penthouse luxuriates in a dramatic panorama of the skyline and the Gulf beyond. Fine ﬁnishes include marble and wood ﬂoors, a study to separate work from leisure, and a gourmet kitchen, ideal for creating culinary works of art. $9,528,995

Christie’s International Real Estate Dubai, Salma Touma, salma@christiesrealestatedubai.com, +971 50 268 5489

Words / Jim Bachor

TILE ICON

An ancient artform, mosaics have as much to say about life today as they did four millennia ago. Artist Jim Bachor sings their praises

Mosaic art has been around for 4,000 years, possibly even longer. Some of the earliest were made with pebbles, then cut stone, and ultimately glass. What began as mere decoration and religious expression transformed when artists used mosaics as a means of persuasion —ancient examples still exist telling us to beware of the dog, boasting about making the best ﬁsh sauce in town, and advertising that a company dealt in trade across the known world. These are no diﬀerent to what we see today. They work nonstop, like 24hour billboards. Durable examples in ancient sites have broadcast their messages for thousands of years.

Our public spaces are dominated by stone and glass. High rises, bridges, sidewalks. Sweeping arrangements of rectangles, squares, and circles. Impressive, sure, but cool and impersonal. But this shared use of materials makes mosaics an ideal partner in public spaces. In the hands of an artist these environments come alive with color, emotion, and a point of view.

Part of the challenge of making mosaics is the restraints of the artform itself. We mosaicists don’t have the luxury of subtlety. Unlike painting, the color palette available isn’t unlimited, and glass and marble can only be cut so small. Like pixels, thousands

of hand-cut pieces can comprise a single piece of art. The smaller the pieces, the longer a mosaic takes to complete and the more expensive it will be. These constraints are the same ones faced by ancient artists. Continuous rounds of reﬁning and simplifying are required to get an idea across.

The ﬂipside is the durability of the artform. Mosaics can have incredible lifespans. Marble and glass don’t fade so the artwork can continue to project its message indeﬁnitely.

Mosaics can’t be captured accurately when photographed. They lose something. To be fully realized the artwork needs to be seen in person. Mosaics ask to be touched, a rare trait in the art world. Each piece has its own texture. When running your hand over one, it connects you with the message within and the artist that created it. Some feel smooth as silk, others scuff your skin. Depending on sunlight, a mosaic can look different at various times of the day, and will appear one way in the middle of summer and wildly different in winter. The colors of the mosaic haven’t changed but the frame in which it rests has.

Nothing lasts forever, but mosaics certainly make an eﬀort to. Jim Bachor has been adapting the ancient artform of mosaic and applying it to contemporary life since 1999. bachor.com

Stone-cold classics Jim Bachor’s Ascension Missed (above) features real gold in the halo; Master Pieces4 , a pothole artwork in Chicago (above left), was his take on Edward Hopper’s 1942 painting Nighthawks

Invader: Christie’s guide to the renowned mosaic artist

An introduction to the anonymous French artist whose “invasion waves” have left their mark on city streets in more than 30 countries—illustrated with works sold at Christie’s auctions

Invader is arguably the most famous mosaicist in the world. He has been using the ancient technique of assembling small, ceramic tiles to create pixelated public art for almost three decades. His most famous recurring motifs were at ﬁrst derived from the four characters from the much-loved 1978 arcade game Space Invaders —Squid, Octopus, Crab, and U.F.O.—but the artist soon made them evolve and one can ﬁnd other designs including cartoon characters, insects, and slot-machine fruits among the thousands of his creations.

As of January 2025, a total of 4,286 of his mosaics have “invaded” the walls of some 80 cities, from Paris to London, New York, and Tokyo, where they’re on view to millions.

The highest piece is 13,123 feet (4,000 m) above sea level, in Potosí, Bolivia, while the lowest is 26 feet (8 m) underwater,

attached to a sunken sculpture by the artist Jason DeCaires Taylor oﬀ the coast of Cancún in Mexico.

Other works have appeared on every letter of the Hollywood sign in Los Angeles, the front page of a French newspaper, the lapel of a jacket worn by former French president Jacques Chirac, and the desk of a police station where the artist once spent the night in a cell. Invader’s works have even been to outer space: one was attached to a weather balloon, while another has been traveling on board the International Space Station since 2015.

He works under cover of darkness and in disguise

The artist—whose real identity remains a mystery—was born near Paris in 1969. After graduating from the capital’s École des Beaux-Arts, he experimented with painting and ﬁlmmaking,

Invader, Alias VRS_08 , 2017-19. Ceramic tiles on Perspex and ID card. Incised with the artist’s monogram, title, and date ‘VRS_08 19’ (on the reverse) and signed on the ID Card. 13¼ x 19 in (33.5 x 49.8 cm). Sold for £40,320 ($50,924) on June 27, 2024 at Christie’s in London (opposite).

Invader, Alias LA-177, 2018. Ceramic tiles on Perspex and ID card. Incised with the artist’s monogram and title ‘LA-177’ (on the reverse) and signed on the ID card. 29½ x 31 in (74.9 x 79.7 cm).

Sold for £81,900 ($103,439) on June 27, 2024 at Christie’s in London (below left).

before settling on mosaics. “I said to myself, ‘Everything you’re doing, there are other people who are already doing it.’ With mosaic, you can bring something new,” he reﬂected in a recent proﬁle in The New Yorker

Invader began fixing his works to the city’s walls, tunnels, metro stations, and monuments—an act legally classified in France as vandalism and punishable by jail. In 1998, his first active year, he created no fewer than 147 mosaics around the city, meticulously logging each one with a title that denotes its location and sequence number, as well as a score rating the “invasion’s” success out of 100.

In 2010, hiding behind a gas mask, Invader appeared in the acclaimed Banksy documentary Exit Through the Gift Shop as the cousin of the protagonist Thierry Guetta, aka Mr. Brainwash.

Invader, Camo BW-2C-M3 , 2024. Assembly of mosaic square tiles on panel. 18 x 19 in (47.4 x 49.9 cm).

Sold for €75,600 ($82,078) on October 19, 2024 at Christie’s in Paris (bottom left).

An Invader mosaic on the Left Bank in Paris (below right). As of September 2024, more than 4,000 of his mosaics have “invaded” the walls of some 80 cities.

Loyal fans compete to locate his works

Invader’s worldwide success didn’t happen overnight. His ﬁrst show, which was held at the Castelbajac concept store in Paris in 1999, failed to sell a single work. Eventually, however, he began to build a cult following, and in 2014 he released an app called FlashInvaders, which invites fans to photograph—or “ﬂash”— his works in situ.

So far, more than 420,000 players have ﬂashed more than 31 million images, with new uploads appearing on the app every few seconds.

The current highest-ranking player (who is rumored to be a pilot who schedules his routes speciﬁcally to chase new discoveries) has so far visited 3,560 of Invader’s artworks around the world.

Words / Julia Zaltzman

Riverboat of

dreams

A great adventure along the scenic Mekong River from a regal cruise-boat suite makes for the most enchanting getaway to experience this year

Sail away

The cruise oﬀers breathtaking views over the Mekong Delta as it wends its way from Cambodia to Vietnam.

Voyage of discovery

(Clockwise from top) The Jahan’s East India Club bar and lounge; peace and quiet settles over the boat at sunset; bike excursions oﬀ er an alternative way to explore; the boat’s pool is a great spot to unwind.

As I run my ﬁ ngers through the slippery, soft fuchsia silk scarf, I’m acutely aware of a stark disconnect. It’s not the knock-down price of such a luxurious garment, for the Cambodian businesswoman standing before me does not entertain hagglers, but rather the incongruous open-air setting in which the ﬂawless work of art is made. Two women sit at a pair of crude looms furiously working foot pedals while their hands manipulate wooden slats. There is sand beneath their feet, a wooden shelter above their heads, and method to their frenetic work, although my eyes can make head nor tail of it. If they keep up

this pace, they can produce 20 inches (50 cm) of the ﬁ nest silk in a day.

I’m on Koh Oknha Tey, an island in the Mekong River renowned for its silk production. It’s one of many stops I’ll make along the riverbanks of Vietnam and Cambodia during my all-inclusive seven-night river cruise aboard Heritage Line’s boutique boat The Jahan

My journey began three days earlier in Siem Reap, the gateway to Angkor’s temples and palaces, including Angkor Thom, the moated royal city. We’d taken a tender to the boat, which was moored on the edge of Tonlé Sap, a 65-mile-wide (105 km) freshwater lake that

“Within hours, we were sailing past the rainforest-cloaked Cardamom Mountains under a burnt-orange sky.”

stretches as far as the eye can see. Within hours of boarding, we were on deck in the warm evening air, sailing past the rainforest-cloaked Cardamom Mountains under a burnt-orange sky. Swallows and insects hummed around our heads, driven up from the tall grass that ﬂoods during high-water season.

I am one of just 14 passengers on board. This means that I have ample space to enjoy the romantic British-Indian interior, characterized by elegant plantation-style furniture and wrought-iron features, although it’s the openair bar on the terrace deck overlooking life on the riverbanks that I naturally gravitate to.

Heritage Line was founded by Vietnamese entrepreneur John Tue Nguyen, whose life growing up on the Perfume River in the imperial city of Hue inspired him to provide immersive excursions that take guests deep oﬀ the tourist trail. Our route will take us meandering down Tonlé Sap River to the capital city of Phnom Penh, before crossing into Vietnam and continuing into the Mekong Delta, which is known as the “rice bowl” of Asia.

The days quickly take on a natural cadence; there are delicious soups and buﬀets for breakfast and lunch (chef Bora’s king prawn pho is my mainstay) and set menus for dinner. We

“Our arrival in Vietnam is marked with the honk of moped horns and dense tropical foliage.”

take sampans (flat-bottomed wooden boats) ashore to weave through rustic dwellings flanked by floating markets and rice paddies. We cycle past wooden stilt houses and ride oxcarts around lotus ponds.

In Angkor Ban, a rural village, we observe orange-robed monks, young and old, collecting their daily alms. Buddhism is Cambodia’s predominant religion. Its teachings helped to deliver strength in the face of insurmountable horror under Pol Pot’s 1970s regime.

Today, the Mekong is the largest inland ﬁshery in the world, and millions depend on its banks and waters. It’s evidenced by the ﬁsh

farms, crab pots, and frog farms dotted across the landscape. Much like the exquisite silk weavers, we meet with women who make their living creating reed mats and clay pots. We see more female commercial prowess in Vietnam where the production of rice paper, sweet coconut candies, and handicrafts woven from water hyacinths supports entire families.

Our arrival into Vietnam is marked with the honk of moped horns, dense tropical foliage, and the conical nón lá hats worn by locals to keep the sun at bay. In the scenic backstreets of Binh Thanh island, we gorge on juicy mangosteen, jackfruit, and custard-textured

Trip of a lifetime

From glimpses of orange-robed monks to ﬁshermen hard at work on the river, a cruise on The Jahan ensures immersion in everyday life in the Mekong Delta region.

durian, a delicacy that the locals say “tastes like heaven but smells like hell.” When monsoon showers fall from the sky, we dash for cover, to the delight of giggling children.

I avoid large crowds when I travel, which is why cruises have not featured high on my wish list. The Jahan , built for quality over quantity, piqued my interest. With only 26 cabins, each one larger than average with a private riverside balcony and lounge area, it feels more akin to a yacht than a cruise liner. This is reaﬃrmed by ﬁrst-class service from the largely Cambodian crew, and premium amenities including a mosaic-tiled pool, a sauna, and the Apsara Spa.

Arriving into cosmopolitan Ho Chi Minh City signals the end of my slow sojourn down the lower Mekong, yet I long to be back aboard The Jahan . To my surprise, it is the thrum of city life that I now wish to avoid.

Heritage Line oﬀers a seven-night Lower Mekong River cruise aboard The Jahan from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City from $3,023 per person, including all meals, excursions, and onboard entertainment. Spa treatments and cycling tours are available as optional extras. heritage-line.com

Julia Zaltzman writes for Robb Report and Centurion , and is editor of SuperYacht Industry

Tropical paradise

Our seasonal recommendation of the best new hotel to add to your summer travel wish list

CASA CAVADA, THE new addition to the exclusive Islas Secas resort on an unspoiled archipelago in Panama, blends sophisticated design with environmental consciousness, oﬀering an exclusive retreat for the discerning traveler seeking luxury and sustainability.

The 8,300-square-foot (771 sq m) private residence stands as a testament to innovative design, with its striking eucalyptus pillars and undulating roof inspired by the graceful forms of frigatebirds and manta rays. The structure appears to ﬂoat between the sea and the sky, capturing the essence of its beautiful natural surroundings while providing unparalleled comfort and privacy.

Inside, the four-bedroom villa showcases a thoughtful curation of materials and artistry. Sustainably harvested eucalyptus beams complement local coral-stone ﬂoors, while the decor and handcrafted furniture tell the story of Panama’s rich cultural heritage—the 24 traditional Molas textiles, handmade by the Indigenous Guna tribe, add authentic character to the sophisticated interiors. The crown jewel of Casa Cavada is its westward-facing 82-foot (25 m) inﬁnityedge pool, mirroring the horizon. Guests enjoy complete privacy while immersed in one of the world’s most

biodiverse regions. The property oﬀers front-row access to nature’s awe-inspiring spectacle: whale watching, encounters with rare bird species, and exploration of pristine marine ecosystems all await. A dedicated chef and house manager ensure a seamless experience for guests, while the villa’s strategic positioning eﬀortlessly captures both sunrise and sunset views across the archipelago. islassecas.com/casita/casa-cavada

Picture-perfect Panama

With chic rooms and stunning views over the water, Casa Cavada is a supremely relaxing escape.

Words / Tristan Rutherford

Artwork / Emily Robertson

PLAY IT COOL

Get involved in this year’s biggest interiors trend, fridgescaping, and turn your kitchen’s hardest-working appliance into a work of art

Meet the most topical home-decorating trend on TikTok today. The hashtag #fridgescaping is everywhere at the moment. Even The New York Times felt the craze was important enough to explain it to its learned readers: “There’s organizing a fridge, and then there’s fridgescaping: the art of decorating a fridge’s interior.”

The undisputed queen of the fridgescaping movement is Lynzi Judish (@lynziliving) from New York State. The interiors creator struck socialmedia gold with her #fridgerton refrigerator makeover. Judish spiced up her chilled food display with Bridgerton-inspired portraits, ornate pitchers of oat milk, and butter dishes analogous to the hit Netﬂix Regency romp.

“I wouldn’t have guessed that anybody would have cared what’s going on inside my refrigerator,” says Judish. She was wrong: several million viewers

have already peeked in. “I think there’s an element of romanticizing your life,” she explains.

Across the world, fridgescapers are bringing joy to the most opened door in the home by adding mirrors, herbal bouquets, and LED fairy lights to the inside of the fridge.

So where should a novice fridgescaper start? “Buying some little things like a nice butter dish or an egg tray can be a really great way to test the waters,” advises Judish. Certain food items lend themselves to becoming chilled artworks. “Any items that can be kept in water, like celery or asparagus, display nicely.”

Fridgescaping has certainly opened a (fridge) door for Judish, who has redecorated refrigerators for top brands. “I recently did one for Netﬂix for Stranger Things, that was really fun.” It leaves us wondering what cool storage craze will hashtag next? We can’t wait to ﬁnd out.

Leading lights

Words / Rachel Loos

On a small table in the courtyard of a master glassmaker in Venice sits a large, opaque orb of handblown Murano glass, its glossy black surface glinting in the morning sunlight. It is quite beautiful. This, however, is not the end of its creative process, but just the beginning. A few moments later, designer Ini Archibong takes a white marker pen and sketches a series of freehand lines and circles over its curved shape. In so doing, he creates a rough plan for the next stage—many hours of meticulous hand engraving that transforms the orb from smooth and polished to textured and matte, the lines and circles, now etched, giving it a somber, otherworldly appearance.

The orb is the centerpiece of Eno, a stunning chandelier designed by Archibong. It hangs both vertically and horizontally, the black orb surrounded by three amber-colored shades, also in Murano glass, that have been intricately engraved. Completing the chandelier are strings of giant beads made from ceramic, wood, and brass that weave between the glass vessels, reﬂecting the light that glows softly through them.

Eno provokes awe and wonder, just as Archibong intends. Over the past decade, he has garlanded a reputation for creating works that are visually stunning, but also speak to a deeper meaning. Born in the United States to Nigerian parents, his pieces explore mythology and spirituality, with the aim of creating a story that unites all displaced people, the “children of the diaspora.” Eno is his ﬁrst piece to tap into his own heritage—the name means “gift” in Nigeria’s Ibibio language, and the chandelier represents

three deities falling from the sky, bringing with them an important oﬀering. Lighting, says Archibong, is particularly suited to his storytelling. “One of the things that’s special to me about lighting is the ability for expression, to express things that are kind of intangible, that make people feel emotion in a more direct way than, say, a chair, which is more about using than looking,” he explains. “I think light has this power because as humans, we’re highly aﬀected by the quality of light that we’re bathed in or that is helping us to see.”

Flower power

Almost 4,000 miles (6,437 km) away, the 12-foot (3.7 m) Magnolia Grandiflora chandelier illuminates an enormous entranceway of New York City’s Park Avenue Armory, the hero piece of the annual Salon Art & Design. A recreation of a section of a flowering magnolia tree, its branches, in forged and patinated iron, twist and curl down from the ceiling, the statuesque blossoms reimagined as shades made from molded cotton. Like Eno, Magnolia Grandiflora evokes an emotional response in all those who see it. “People tell us that our pieces fill them with joy,”

Delicate strength

(Left to right) The Manna chandelier, the Eno light, and a piece from the Below the Heavens collection, all by Ini Archibong; Archibong with the Stairway to Heaven chandelier (previous page).

“Glass is magical because it holds the light and it bends it, allowing me to play with perception.”

says its co-designer, Christopher Cox, one half of Cox London, the studio he heads with his wife, Nicola. “I think it’s because they are so wild and unruly that they make you feel something. And also, unlike a table that anchors you, a light changes, and so how we engage with it does, too. Walk into the room during the day and it is silhouetted against a window; draw the curtains at night, and it looks diﬀerent again.”

Although their work is quite contrasting, both Archibong and Cox London share a reputation for exceptional craftsmanship and for challenging the notion of what lighting can be. The result is pieces that are as much artwork or sculpture as they are functional lights, creating breathtaking focal points in a room.

“I think of the space up there as the last bastion of sculpture in a room, a place where you can do something really expressive,” explains Christopher.

Sculpting mostly in metal in their own foundry on the premises, and applying a variety of traditional ﬁnishes such as oxidized patina and hand-gilding, the Coxes imbue metal with a surprising softness to create captivating nature-inspired designs. Their ﬁrst was the now much-admired Oak Tree chandelier, a

twisting cacophony of oak leaves that took eight months to make. More recent is Polypore, with thousands of hand-pulled glass leaves woven onto a hand-forged framework, which was inspired by bracket fungus that the couple spied on the side of a stable door when vacationing in Wales.

Perfect harmony

The Coxes met when studying fine art sculpture in London. Christopher, who comes from a long line of antique dealers, honed his craft through many years spent restoring antiques while Nicola molded and cast in a variety of materials. “Our work is a collision of craft, decorative arts and sculpture, fine art, and antiquity,” says Nicola. “Reverence of the past is really important, and we always put a veil of time over everything we do.” The couple work collaboratively, often taking ideas from each other’s drawings to create the final design. “I’m a massive Beatles fan, and it’s like Lennon and McCartney—one supplies the lyrics or the melody and the other the backing vocals, and together it comes alive,” says Christopher.

One celebrated design is Ferro Vitro, a chandelier inspired by line drawings by the 20th-century artist Alberto Giacometti. “Chris designed an architectural cage-like structure and I suggested punctuating the space with glass that could be lit up,” says Nicola. It took three years to perfect, with the diﬀerences in the cooling temperatures of metal and glass among the problems that needed solving.

Archibong’s Eno orb takes shape as he plots out grooves to carve into the glass (top); the Cox London team hard at work in the foundry (right); Cox London’s Oak Tree chandelier (opposite).

“People tell us our pieces ﬁll them with joy. I think it’s because they are so wild and unruly they make you feel something.”

Archibong, who trained as an industrial designer and who has collaborated with brands such as Hermès and Bernhardt Design, works predominantly in glass when it comes to lighting. “For me, it is such a special material because even if it’s not an element of a lamp or chandelier, a piece of glass in itself is a magical way of expressing light because it holds the light and it bends it. It allows for me to play with perception, playing with emotion, in a way that other materials can’t.”

Venetian vibes

Archibong’s most recent lighting designs are the result of a remarkable collaboration between him and a master glassmaker in Murano. In fact, this relationship has reshaped his design vernacular, taking it from, as he puts it, “precise and controlled” to something far more free-ﬂowing. His previous collection, Hierophany, includes the Vernus chandelier that is now in the permanent collection of The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. First designed using 3D modeling software, it was made of gradient colored glass shades in clean geometrical shapes. “My earlier work has a certain rigidity to it that is part of me, but there’s another part that is messy, that doesn’t work to a blueprint,” says Archibong. “It’s more like an arrangement of things that just happen, like picking up a musical instrument and playing it in a way that feels right, and then, when you’re done,

Inspired by nature

London-based designers Christopher and Nicola Cox with their epic Magnolia Grandiﬂora chandelier.

realizing you made a nice song. The Murano way of working is similar—you drink prosecco at luncheon, then draw with chalk on the ﬂoor, and then just start making!”

Time to glow

Both Cox London and Archibong recreate existing works to fit a client’s needs, but also accept bespoke commissions. A visit to the Cox London workshop finds the team working on brand-new pieces such as an 18-foot (5.5 m) bare-branch tree chandelier. Archibong’s most recent bespoke piece is Stairway to Heaven, a spectacular 22-foot-long (6.7 m) chandelier for the stairwell of a luxury Swiss chalet. In a similar style to Eno, with Murano glass orbs and loops of large beading, it rises from the basement disco through three stories to a top-floor spa. It tells of the journey from the “debauchery of last night’s party” in the basement to spiritual enlightenment on reaching the top floor, with the orbs’ colors changing correspondingly. The basement orb, for example, is black, while at the top floor, it is blue, representing the opening of the mind’s eye as you enter the spa.

However, for both Archibong and Cox London, impact does not have to mean going large. Archibong has created statement floor and table lamps and Cox London have translated their chandelier designs into delicate wall lights. “Just a branch of one of our chandeliers can transform a dull space into one that is delightful,” says Christopher. Archibong adds: “Consider a lamp in a small windowless cell—it is going to be the most emotionally impactful fitting. Tiny spaces and grand spaces each have potential for magnified impact, but differently. However it is used, light will always create real feeling.”

Rachel Loos writes for The Daily Telegraph and The Times , and is former editor of Elle Decoration UK

RISE AND SHINE

DEFYING GRAVITY AND convention, this oversized bronze umbrella sculpture, titled Disharmony by Studio Job, stands over three feet (1 m) tall and boasts a unique upturned design. Created in 2021 by Job Smeets, the piece combines the artist’s signature blend of technical mastery and conceptual wit through polished and patinated bronze surfaces, while hidden lighting creates a subtle, ethereal glow. It works equally well indoors or outdoors, making a bold statement while playfully reimagining the familiar shape of an everyday object. As part of a limited-edition series, the piece brings an unexpected twist to any space, from sleek modern interiors to terraces and garden settings. studio-job.com / rademakersgallery.com

ART AND LUXURY, READY TO TAKE HOME

Buy now with ease and conﬁdence.

Words / Gela Pertusini

Yen for

The West’s craving for Japanese architectural style is as strong as ever, but just what has made the country’s distinctive look so desirable through the ages?

Sky-high beauty

The Japanese Penthouse in Berlin was envisioned by CARLO Design, inspired by delicate silks and natural wood for a soothing aesthetic.

BACK IN 1885, a newspaper reporter from the Bristol Mercury wrote of a newly opened exhibition in Knightsbridge, London: “The whole scene [is] quaintly Oriental and almost bewildering at the first view in such as no stayat-home Englishman has ever before had within his reach.” The exhibition in question was the wildly popular Japanese Village, in which up to 100 “genuine natives of Japan” performed daily tasks and rituals around an ersatz Japanese village. During the first five months of its existence—before it burnt to the ground—more than a quarter of a million people paid to gaze upon these human exhibits, their clothes, and their “homes.” It was a recognition (and monetization) of the British hunger for all things Japanese. While it has evolved from this crude start, the European and North American desire for Japanese style has never really waned. It wasn’t until the mid-19th century that Japanese goods became fashionable in western countries. For more than 200 years, Japan had closed its borders to much of the outside world due to a fear of foreign influence generally, and Christian missionaries in particular. Merchants from the Dutch East India Company were alone among Europeans in being given a toehold: for most of the period, just two of their ships a year, carrying sugar and silk, were allowed to dock at a tiny island within Nagasaki’s harbor. The

policy, known as sakoku , was enforced by execution: no westerners, apart from the handful of Dutch traders, were allowed in and no Japanese were allowed out. Japanese nationals who managed to leave the country were barred from re-entry.

As Japan became more inward-looking, western countries—perhaps with a side note of sourness—sometimes dismissed it as an unsophisticated, even an uncivilized place. When its borders were ﬁnally opened to Europeans and Americans—after some strongarming tactics—access to Japanese goods and crafts sparked a mania in the West. No Victorian drawing room was complete without a Japanese screen or a lacquerware occasional table; no dining room ﬁnished without a display of Japanese porcelain. Artists of the day frequently depicted their models in kimonos or with paper parasols, their hair pinned up à la japonaise.

This new style seemed to have a purity, an almost fairy-tale quality, coming from a country that had been shrouded in secrecy and mystery, and led Oscar Wilde to declare, provokingly, “The whole of Japan is a pure invention… There is no such country, there are no such people… The Japanese people are… simply a mode of style, an exquisite fancy of art.”

Initially, Japanese products had a rarity factor to them but, as the craze grew, the Japanese

Connecting continents

CARLO Design’s Japanese Penthouse in Berlin takes in low seating areas and large windows that mimic the translucent screens found in Japanese homes.

DANIEL

“If Japanese prints were to be deducted from my education, I don’t know what direction the whole might have taken.”

factories were unable to keep up with demand. Before long, western countries were producing their own Japanese-style goods and this has continued ever since. Our fascination with Japanese craftmanship, whether it be centuries-old ceramic techniques, delicate pagodas, or the exquisite textiles we associate with Japan, means that the country has had a deep and ongoing inﬂuence on our homes, and even our architecture.

Victorians were enchanted by the intricate carving and gilding found in some Japanese temples and palaces and were able to incorporate them into more muscular Gothic buildings, thrilled by what they regarded as a new, lighter, more natural style. The McDonald Mansion in Santa Rosa, California, with its delicately spiky exterior ironwork and Anglo-Japanese hall and staircases, is a wonderful example of this.

Likewise, the Arts and Crafts movement of the late 19th century was heavily inﬂuenced by a more pared-down version of Japanese architecture: the appreciation of simple, natural materials and subtler embellishment using traditional techniques. Even luminaries such as Frank Lloyd Wright, celebrated for his allAmerican style, incorporated elements of Japanese design into his architecture, having fallen in love with the country’s visual arts as

a young man. Homes such as Winslow House— the ﬁrst of his prairie houses, built long before he visited the country—have a particularly strong Japanese aesthetic.

“When I ﬁrst saw a ﬁne [Japanese] print… it was an intoxicating thing,” he wrote. “If Japanese prints were to be deducted from my education, I don’t know what direction the whole might have taken.”

Our love aﬀair continues to this day. Not the furbelows of high Victoriana, perhaps, but a quiet simplicity, which occasionally verges on austerity, but delineates a sumptuous sparseness and conveys a tranquility and order that has been developing since Bauhaus architects ﬁrst absorbed Japanese ideals. (A combination of Japanese and Scandinavian design, that other signaler of unadorned luxury, has led to the recent style coinage, Japandi.)

So, what is it that westerners ﬁnd so irresistible about the Japanese aesthetic? “There’s a number of things in Japan that westerners love,” says Paul Butkovich. Originally from Canada, he has lived in Japan for 25 years and works at H2 Christie’s International Real Estate near Sapporo.

“Some of the modern design is very simple. They love the machiya [traditional townhouse] style and the typically quite light structures

Light and shade

Architectural studio Hsu McCullough designed the Ridge Residence in Sherman Oaks, California, echoing its mountaintop location by using natural materials.

“Japanese design brings a sense of by nature. I like to use natural materials.”

we have here. The fact that it’s quite diﬀerent from what they’re used to is another attraction.” Translating that love of Japanese style into a coherent look away from Japan is another thing altogether. “It’s very hard to synergize the look with western style,” Butkovich says. “You need to have a very good eye.”

Someone with that instinctive taste is interior designer Brenda Geerlings. When they married 30 years ago, she and her husband chose to honeymoon in east Asia, a region that they fell in love with and have visited many times since. Each time they would buy local goods— furniture, including a wedding chest and a highly decorative kitchen chest. On one occasion, they bought a four-foot-tall (1.2 m), bone-inlaid model of a horse. “It was not practical, but it was very beautiful,” she says.

The couple purchased a 19th-century house, a traditional sea captain’s home, in coastal Newburyport, Massachusetts, in 2011. Rather than refurbish it in high Victorian or even New England style, Geerlings instead decided to use an aesthetic that celebrated her acquisitions.

“I buy what I love, and I incorporate it, and it does work all together,” she says.

As one might expect of an accomplished interior designer, the home displays a skilled blend of inﬂuences, but there is no ignoring the number of Japanese objects and motifs at play within it—whether that be the porcelain ﬁgures dotted around it, the use of bamboo, or the precision and symmetry found throughout. Outside, when remodeling the garden, instead of the usual summerhouse or pergola, the couple opted to recreate a Japanese teahouse.

The home is a showcase for Geerlings’ talent and her clients appreciate the “clean, welldeﬁned, straight lines and balance” that she believes are embodied in Japanese design. “It brings a sense of calmness and tranquility and

it’s inﬂuenced by nature. I like to use natural materials such as textiles and wood.”

Geerlings is not alone in selling an American version of this look. Further along the coast in Maine, author Paul Theroux has marketed his coastal writing retreat, which was built with a strong Japanese aesthetic in mind. Theroux’s ﬁrst travel memoir, The Great Railway Bazaar, related his journey from the United Kingdom to Japan and launched his travel-writing career. He wrote about the country once again in Ghost Train to the Eastern Star.

Further west, in the small town of North Barrington on the outskirts of Chicago, one set of sellers has created the most stunning Japanese-style garden in the grounds of their home. There are tumbling mini waterfalls complete with little taiko-bashi arched footbridges and a wonderfully rustic torii roofed gateway over the path. The lush planting— which was ﬁrst started 60 years ago—is an exquisite mix of trees and shrubs familiar from any Japanese print, from water lilies to spiky pines. Through the garden—mimicking in miniature some of the Japanese countryside— runs an intricate model train set with engines powering their way through.

It’s a modern touch not always found in western recreations of Japanese style, and the focus on classical elements of the country’s historic design is something that Japanese people can ﬁnd slightly baﬄing. “Generally here antiques aren’t revered,” says Butkovich. “Japanese people want new and shiny, so they’re throwing out things like old shoji [the often translucent screens that divide rooms]. You can pick up fantastic old kimonos that cost $2,000 for $5 in recycle shops.”

Gela Pertusini was property editor of The Daily Telegraph and has written for The Times , The Guardian , and The Independent

this existing apartment in London to include the characteristics and atmosphere of a traditional Japanese home.

Takero Shimazaki Architects converted

Words / Gela Pertusini

WRITER’S

Tucked away on Rackliﬀ Island, Maine, the Japanese-inspired hideaway novelist Paul Theroux calls home is a sanctuary and a muse

Tranquil oasis

A Zen aesthetic is immediately apparent in the property’s grounds, and continues in the neutrally decorated living spaces found within.

Approximately halfway along Maine’s long and spectacular coastline lies Rackliﬀ Island, an unspoiled and uncommercialized community of tucked-away country homes, which gaze out over the Atlantic and the tiny islands that are sprinkled across this stretch of the ocean. A quiet road follows a circular route around the island, linking the properties to one another and to the causeway that leads to the mainland. But, discreetly screened from their neighbors by a verdant and beautifully scented pine forest, the inhabitants and vacation-home owners in the area can have every expectation of absolute peace and privacy. So, it comes as very little surprise that an acclaimed writer might easily regard a property here as an ideal sanctuary and retreat.

The author Paul Theroux, who grew up in New England, built his home here about 20 years ago. With its overhanging roof, wood panels, and brightly painted windows, its traditional New England motifs have been given a distinctly Japanese spin, built in the style of an updated minka , or country cottage.

Inside the main house there is bamboo ﬂooring and woodframed walls reminiscent of shoji , the translucent room dividers used in traditional Japanese homes. Outside is a deck with an east Asian-style timber upstand and a covered walkway to the boathouse/guest cottage on the other side of the property.

But it is the garden in which the Japanese aesthetic has been given free rein: it boasts a glorious mix of bamboos and acers, punctuated by granite boulders and enclosed by the soaring

“Maine does not end at its coast. Its beauty is repeated in its islands, thousands of them.”

pines of the local forest. Through the abundant foliage, the sparkling bay can be glimpsed—the property comes with its own stretch of shoreline including a small beach—as well as those nearby islands. The house feels hidden away, a place that you would only ﬁnd should the owner want you to.

Part of the charm of life in this corner of the United States is anonymity, and the Maine coast has attracted a variety of other high-proﬁle residents and vacation-home owners, from John Travolta to Susan Sarandon. Irish actor Gabriel Byrne lives in Rockport, Chris O’Donnell, JJ Abrams, and Patrick Dempsey in Camden—both towns are a short drive from the island.

“In Maine, everyone likes to be left alone,” says Joseph Sortwell, who is marketing the house on behalf of LandVest

Christie’s International Real Estate. “It’s a very nice area in that sense, a very genuine and authentic place.”

This combination of natural beauty and privacy is hard to resist, creating a perfect lifestyle close to the ocean. As Theroux wrote: “Maine does not end at its coast. Its beauty is repeated in its islands, thousands of them if one also counts those rock ledges known locally as ‘knubbles’… Some are privately owned, with summer houses on them, and a look of deﬁant seclusion as though challenging John Donne’s assertion that no man is an island. On the Maine coast, some men are islands.”

$1,995,000, LandVest Christie’s International Real Estate, landvest.com, Joseph Sortwell, jsortwell@landvest.com, +1 207 706 6294

East meets West

From Europe to the United States, the world is under the spell of Japanese design, and these three properties reinvent the style for their surroundings

The art of Zen Brasschaat, Belgium

The beautifully landscaped Zen park garden encircling this exceptional villa is the first hint of the Japanese influence employed throughout the property. Nestled on a 2.6-acre (1 ha) plot, this green sanctuary features traditional gravel gardens and multiple water features to encourage relaxation. Inside, the six-bedroom home boasts a swimming pool, hammam, and fitness studio, as well as sumptuous living and dining spaces that make excellent use of natural wood and stone, adding to the sense of pure calm. Price upon request Christie’s International Real Estate Belgium, christiesrealestatebelgium.be, Yves Deckers, yves.deckers@christiesrealestatebelgium.be, +32 493 481 436

gardens

Both lush and reﬁned, the grounds of this home oﬀer a Kyoto-style welcome in Belgium.

Glorious

Time for tea Newburyport, Massachusetts, U.S.A.

Inspired by the interior-designer owner’s travels to Japan, this handsome four-bedroom residence combines the grandeur of its Victorian Italianatestyle architecture with Asian treasures. The crown jewel is a tea room in the lush grounds, which also boast mature planting, a saltwater plunge pool, and chic sculptures. The backyard oasis is ideal for entertaining, but guests are made just as welcome indoors thanks to the inviting, oversized living areas and custom chef’s kitchen. $3,125,000 LandVest Christie’s International Real Estate, landvest.com, Lanse Robb, lrobb@landvest.com, +1 978 590 0056

Ultimate oasis

North Barrington, Illinois, U.S.A.

Luxuriating over 10 breathtaking acres (4 ha), this seven-bedroom home has an outdoor space to match all tastes thanks to its 11 themed gardens. The height of serenity is found in the Japanese garden, complete with beautiful waterfalls, a traditional arched bridge, and wooden gateway, the perfect spot for whiling away summer days while taking in the heady scent of the abundant ﬂowers. There’s fun to be found in the residence, too, with a 1960s-style soda fountain, arcade room, and unique train museum. $2,890,000 @properties Christie’s International Real Estate, atproperties.com, Eugene Fu, eugenefu@atproperties.com, +1 312 804 3738

Peace of mind

The Japanese tea room is a charming focal point at this Massachusetts residence (above), while mature planting makes this Illinois home a haven (below).

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Life on the Adriatic Hamallaj, Durrës

3 beds • 3 baths • $2,578,947

Property ID: C80121

Pairing elegance with practicality, moments from the sea, this beautiful Vala Mar home is a private haven, with bright, open-plan living space, a lush plot, and serene rooftop terrace.

Maranda Real Estate Group

Christie’s International Real Estate

Kris Maranda kmaranda@marandarealestate.com

+355 68 555 5512 | marandarealestate.com

Folie Village retreat Jala, Vlorë

4 beds • 4 baths • $1,900,000 Property ID: C80125

Exquisite modern design meets timeless charm at this reﬁned villa with premium ﬁnishes, breathtaking views, a private pool, and access to exclusive community facilities.

Maranda Real Estate Group

Christie’s International Real Estate

Kris Maranda

kmaranda@marandarealestate.com

+355 68 555 5512 | marandarealestate.com

2 beds • Elevator • €5,900,000

An elegant lifestyle awaits at this enchanting 5,113 sq ft (475 sq m) villa in a soughtafter location. Eﬀortlessly combining char acter with modern amenities, the twobedroom home boasts a guesthouse, outdoor pool, pool house, and four-car garage.

Avantgarde Properties

Christie’s International Real Estate

Elisabeth Karoly

+43 1 890 5533

Art Nouveau hideaway Hinterbrühl, Vienna

17th-century farmhouse Tannham,

4 beds • 2 baths • €1,100,000 Property ID: C62328

Set amid the splendor of Salzburg’s lake district, 30 minutes from the city, this welcoming, fully renovated farmhouse is an ideal base to enjoy the excellent local leisure activities. The option to use it as a second home is a rare bonus in the area.

Stiller & Hohla Real Estate

Andrea Stiller-Haar andrea.stiller@stiller-hohla.at +43 662 658 5180 stiller-hohla.at

Scenic

Salzburg

4 beds • 4 baths • Price upon request Property ID: C80061

Combining timeless geometric architecture, open-plan design, and ﬂoor-to-ceiling windows, this villa is an oasis of tranquility in a highly sought-after area. A wellness area and gorgeous pool with relaxation platform complete the idyllic sanctuary.

Christie’s International Real Estate

Belgium

Yves Deckers yves.deckers

@christiesrealestatebelgium.be +32 493 481 436

christiesrealestatebelgium.be

Sleek and contemporary Brasschaat, Flanders

Elevated, luxurious home with sea views

St. Brelade, Jersey

5 beds • 6 baths • £12,500,000 Property ID: C62327

Enjoy privacy with sea and countryside views at this sumptuously ﬁnished family home on a private lane. With spacious living areas, a wine room, home theater, gym, and integral one- or two-bed accommodation, this is a high-spec, desirable oﬀering.

Hunt Estates

Christie’s International Real Estate

Steven Hunt steven@huntestates.com +44 7700 777700 huntestates.com

sea vistas

4 beds • 4 baths • €1,870,000

Perched on the hillside, this striking villa is adorned with designer ﬁnishes and vast windows framing panoramic views. Its chic 2,960 sq ft (275 sq m) interior includes open-concept living areas and sumptuous bedroom suites, all with terrace access.

Breathtaking

Opatija, Primorje-Gorski Kotar County

Luxury and unique scenery

Lesser Town, Prague

3 beds • 3 baths • €4,980,000 Property ID: C80100

With breathtaking views of Prague Castle and the Petřín Tower, this Renaissanceera apartment in a meticulously renovated building combines timeless architecture with modern elegance. Highlights include designer interiors and two parking spaces.

Svoboda & Williams

Christie’s International Real Estate

Thomas Richmond Lindner

tom.lindner@svoboda-williams.com

+420 725 980 057

svoboda-williams.com

28 beds • 28 full baths • Price upon request

Property ID: C80112

A splendid estate with a history recorded back to 1485, Kalvi Manor blends timeless elegance with modern amenities. Ideal as a private residence, a hotel, or an events venue, it oﬀers a helicopter pad, a two-story grand hall, and a professional kitchen.

Signature Estate Collection

Christie’s International Real Estate

Ebe-Kai Mutso ebe.mutso@signature.ee +372 5190 2155 signature.ee

Kalvi Manor

Kalvi, Laane Virumaa

Lake Annecy elegance

Veyrier-du-Lac, Haute-Savoie

An exceptional property matched by an outstanding location, this sumptuous 1930s home has played host to Hollywood stars of yesteryear. Atlantic Ocean views, grand entertaining areas, beautiful grounds, and a pool complete this picture of elegance.

+33 5 59 26 82 60 coteouest-immobilier.com

Sophisticated city living 16th Arrondissement, Paris

3 beds • 2 full baths • €9,750,000

Property ID: C80019

Luxury and history combine in this 19th-century piano nobile apartment overlooking the Place des États-Unis. Meticulously renovated, the spacious interior is graced with period features, including high ceilings, herringbone parquet ﬂoors, and ﬁreplaces.

Daniel Féau Conseil Immobilier

Christie’s International Real Estate

Marie-Hélène Lundgreen mhl@bdfrance.fr

+33 06 60 34 14 62 danielfeau.com

6 beds • 5 parking spaces • €2,625,000

An exceptional 19th-century gated property, Villa Sigurd’s 3,229 sq ft (300 sq m) interior is richly adorned with woodwork, coﬀered ceilings, and marble ﬁreplaces, while a pretty terrace embraces its scenic location, just a stroll away from the sea.

David Bilder

Christie’s International Real Estate

David Bilder

david@davidbilder.com

+33 6 60 10 07 00

davidbilder.com

Villa Sigurd Pornichet, Pays de la Loire

6 beds • 6 baths • €4,770,000 Property ID: C80098

Serene 18th-century bastide Cotignac, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur

10 beds • Helipad • €11,900,000 Property ID: C80024

Situated in almost 30 acres (12 ha) of olive trees and truﬄe oaks, this 18th-century property has an abundance of top-quality amenities, including a heated saltwater pool, tennis court, orangery, and caretaker’s house, creating an unforgettable home.

Michaël Zingraf

Christie’s International Real Estate

Angie Delattre cannes@michaelzingraf.com +33 4 93 39 77 77 michaelzingraf.com

Peaceful contemporary chalet Combloux, Haute-Savoie

4 beds • 4 baths • €2,580,000

Property ID: C80008

A seductive marriage of tradition and modern mountain luxury has created this timeless chalet, just 10 minutes from the ski slopes. Host to a spa, game room, pétanque court, and much more, it’s a year-round retreat in a spectacular setting.

Mont-Blanc Immobilier, Christie’s International Real Estate

Karen Chatellard k.chatellard@mb-immo.com +33 7 87 88 16 56 mont-blanc-immobilier.fr

Neoclassical château

Pézenas, Hérault

9.9 lush acres (4 ha) • Fully furnished • €5,500,000

Property ID: C80025

A rare jewel in an idyllic location that’s famed for its ties with Molière, just 45 minutes from Montpellier, the 17th-century Château de Roquelune has been restored with the utmost respect for its pedigree, and masterfully infused with all modern comforts.

Poncet & Poncet

Christie’s International Real Estate

Patrick Poncet

patrick.poncet@poncet-poncet.com

+33 04 67 02 03 31 poncet-poncet.com

Chalet Greenwood

Les Gets, Haute-Savoie

5 beds • Ski-in/ski-out access • €4,970,000

Property ID: C80109

Blending tradition and modernity, this unique chalet oﬀers privacy, views, and year-round comfort in an unspoiled setting.

Regent Alps

Christie’s International Real Estate

Amina Carpentier

amina@regent-alps.com | +33 671 227 732

regent-alps.com

Nagano Residence penthouse

Les Gets, Haute-Savoie

6 beds • Underground parking • €3,460,000

Property ID: C80110

A prestigious resort setting, luxe interiors, and practical amenities ensure seamless mountain living at this premium penthouse.

Regent Alps

Christie’s International Real Estate

Amina Carpentier

amina@regent-alps.com | +33 671 227 732

regent-alps.com

Chalet Hoani duplex

Les Gets, Haute-Savoie

5 beds • Ski-in/ski-out access • €1,865,000

Property ID: C80111

Just steps from the Portes du Soleil ski slopes, this spacious duplex with panoramic views is excellent for hosting family and friends.

Regent Alps

Christie’s International Real Estate

Amina Carpentier

amina@regent-alps.com | +33 671 227 732

regent-alps.com

Architectural icon Schwanenwerder, Berlin

Multiple usage options • Two buildings • Price upon request

Property ID: C80053

Created by Graft architects, this striking villa is an exceptional proposition, with 16,038 sq ft (1,490 sq m) of ﬂexible living space, a fabulous southwest orientation, and a 2.6-acre (1.1 ha) plot complete with a private waterfront, jetty, and slipway.

Riedel Immobilien

Christie’s International Real Estate

Sabine Lenzer

sabine.lenzer@riedel-immobilien.de

+49 89 15 94 55 75 riedel-immobilien.de

6 beds • 8 baths • €9,900,000 Property ID: C62292

A tranquil haven within reach of Mykonos Town, this unique waterfront villa is an enticing blend of striking architecture, stylish decor, and sweeping views. An openair home theater and lush grounds with beach access are among its many highlights.

Ploumis Sotiropoulos Real Estate

Christie’s International Real Estate

Evridiki Palaiologou epalaiologou@ploumis-sotiropoulos.gr +30 210 364 3112 ploumis-sotiropoulos.gr

Cloud Nine Mykonos, Cyclades

Versatile opulence

5 beds • 5 baths • INR 230,000,000 Property ID: C80104

Luxury and versatility combine in this 4,500 sq ft (418 sq m) apartment located in one of New Delhi’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Inviting living and dining areas are spacious, and dual entrances mean it could be converted to two homes.

Himmat & Rohini Singh LLP

Christie’s International Real Estate

Himmat Singh himmat@hrscindia.com +91 98 101 36747

hrscindia.com

Hauz Khas, New Delhi

Approximately 250 acres (101 ha) • €10,150,000

In extraordinary condition, and boasting panoramic country views, this magniﬁcent Palladian manor is set on approximately 250 acres of parkland with beautiful estate cottages and superb stone yards, all within an hour of Dublin city center and airport.

International Real Estate

+353 1 237 6308

Sherry FitzGerald Ltd.

Christie’s

Philip Guckian

Ardbraccan House Navan, County Meath

Prime setting

Merano, South Tyrol

3 beds • 3 baths • Price upon request

Property ID: C62309

Discover a spacious oasis, just minutes from the center of Merano. Taking in a full ﬂoor in an elegant villa, the 2,960 sq ft (275 sq m) apartment boasts 19th-century charm, modern amenities, and a large terrace to relish the mountain scenery.

Benedetti Real Service

Christie’s International Real Estate

Sabine Voppichler-Benedetti

sb@benedetti.immo +39 0473 236613 benedetti.immo

Luxury chalet

Cortina d’Ampezzo, Belluno

12 beds • 11 baths • Price upon request

Property ID: C62310

With ﬂexible accommodation and park-like grounds, this restored chalet oﬀers privacy and luxury in a glamorous resort destination.

Benedetti Real Service

Christie’s International Real Estate

Anastasia Menardi Demai amd@benedetti.immo | +39 0436 808024

benedetti.immo

The draw of the Dolomites Castelrotto, South Tyrol

11 beds • 7 baths • €4,950,000

Property ID: C62312

Embrace nature, history, and tranquility at this exquisite villa, an unparalleled retreat with charming character and majestic views.

Benedetti Real Service

Christie’s International Real Estate

Maria Lena Brunner

bml@benedetti.immo | +39 0473 236613

benedetti.immo

Mountain hideaway

Vipiteno, South Tyrol

2 beds • 3 baths • €1,490,000

Property ID: C62311

Savor breathtaking Alpine landscapes and every comfort at this spacious chalet, where wellness facilities and a wine cellar await.

Benedetti Real Service

Christie’s International Real Estate

Alexander Benedetti

ab@benedetti.immo | +39 0436 808024

benedetti.immo

Enchanting 14th-century castle

Merano, South Tyrol

8 beds • 5 acres (2 ha) • Price upon request

Property ID: C62237

With 7,513 sq ft (1,627 sq m) in ﬁve lush acres, this dream wedding venue has two halls, an orangery, a gallery, and three apartments.

Benedetti Real Service

Christie’s International Real Estate

Alexander Benedetti

ab@benedetti.immo | +39 0473 236613

benedetti.immo

Historical charm

Appiano, South Tyrol

5 beds • 3 baths • Price upon request

Property ID: C62315

Currently two apartments, the main level of this unique building could be reimagined as one stylish residence, complete with garden.

Benedetti Real Service

Christie’s International Real Estate

Alexander Benedetti

ab@benedetti.immo | +39 0473 236613

benedetti.immo

Peace and tranquility

Renon, South Tyrol

8 beds • 7 baths • Price upon request

Property ID: C62263

Alpine design meets modern amenities at this versatile farmstead with a main house, chalet, and stable—ideal as a riding retreat or winery.

Benedetti Real Service

Christie’s International Real Estate

Alexander Benedetti

ab@benedetti.immo | +39 0473 236613

benedetti.immo

Classical enchantment Cannaregio, Venice

3 beds • 3 baths • €1,690,000 Property ID: C80020

Enjoy rooftop views from all sides of this penthouse, located atop a charming palace in a peaceful residential area. Notable features include marble ﬁreplaces, exposed beams, and two terraces—perfect spots for an aperitivo while drinking in the vistas.

Dimora Italia

Christie’s International Real Estate

Arnaldo Fusello

arnaldo@dimoraitalia-re.com +39 041 850 5397

dimoraitalia-re.com

Magniﬁcent 18th-century farmhouse

Alzano Lombardo, Bergamo

10 beds • 8 baths • €6,900,000 Property ID: C80054

Piazza Mincio, Rome

Immobilsarda Srl

Christie’s International Real Estate

Julia Bracco

5 beds • 5 baths • €9,000,000

Property ID: C80026

Surrounded by a lush garden with sea access, pontoon, and breathtaking views, this villa in desirable Punta Volpe eﬀortlessly combines natural beauty with generous outdoor entertaining spaces—all just a short distance from Porto Rotondo.

juliabracco@immobilsarda.com

+39 348 330 7912

Giancarlo Bracco

giancarlobracco@immobilsarda.com

+39 348 330 7911

immobilsarda.com

Villa Punta Volpe

Porto Rotondo, Sardinia

Ancient and modern Luxembourg City

3 beds • 3 baths • €5,900,000 Property ID: C80060

Rich heritage meets modern luxury in this exceptionally appointed duplex located in the heart of the city’s historic center. Breathtaking panoramas can be enjoyed over the picturesque Alzette Valley from the 1,108 sq ft (103 sq m) terraced garden.

Unicorn Real Estate

Christie’s International Real Estate Fernand Hornung fernand@unicorn.lu +352 621 178 186 unicorn.lu

Christie’s International Real Estate

6 beds • 6 full baths • €3,200,000 Property ID: C80052

At this contemporary villa, lush gardens, broad terraces, and an orchard embrace the splendor of the setting, while six lavish suites, a hammam, and staﬀ facilities set the scene for a sumptuous experience under the gaze of the Atlas Mountains.

Morocco Marc Léon | marrakech @kensington.ma | +212 600 090 505

Alexander Lamping | alexander @christiesrealestatemorocco.com +212 662 381 768 kensingtonmorocco.com

Villa Irina Marrakech

The Logosberg Estate

Laren, North Holland

9 beds • 7 baths • Price upon request Property ID: C80057

In a lush region known as “the Garden of Amsterdam,” this extraordinary sevenacre (2.8 ha) estate is a vision of natural splendor, oﬀering the best in craftsmanship and year-round entertainment facilities—it’s prestigious, private, and unmatched.

R365

Christie’s International Real Estate

Leslie D.T. de Ruiter l.deruiter@r365.nl

+31 20 2420 888 r365.nl

Eco-friendly haven Monchique Hills, Algarve

7 beds • 7 baths • €1,690,000 Property ID: C80001

This scenic seven-acre (2.8 ha) estate blends peace, privacy, and eco-conscious living with easy access to the region. Set within spring-fed gardens, two energyeﬃcient villas are spacious retreats, while stunning views stretch into the distance.

Christie’s International Real Estate Ricardo Costa algarve@luximos.pt +351 282 102 252 luximos.pt

LUXIMOS

5 beds • 4 baths • €2,500,000

Property ID: C80002

Showcasing elegant social spaces, expansive gardens, and indoor–outdoor living, this charming home sits on a secluded plot of almost 10,800 sq ft (1,003 sq m) in an exclusive neighborhood—a perfect, serene hideaway close to the city’s vibrant heart.

Christie’s International Real Estate

Ricardo Costa porto@luximos.pt

+351 224 057 008

luximos.pt

LUXIMOS

Delightful garden villa

Porto

8 beds • 7 baths • €4,500,000 Property ID: C80105

Fully renovated, this charming villa in a quiet area showcases high ceilings and exceptional sunlight throughout. Bright living areas are all sociable spaces, a lower level features a two-bedroom apartment, and a covered terrace invites relaxation.

Christie’s International Real Estate Rafael Ascenso comunicacao@portadafrente.pt +351 214 826 830 portadafrente.com

Porta da Frente

Ray of sunshine

Santo Amaro de Oeiras

The luxury of space in the city Constantia, Cape Town

6 beds • 6 baths • €14,900,000 Property ID: C80058

Refurbished to the highest standards, this wonderful villa is located in a prestigious gated community in Benahavís, on the Costa del Sol, known for its exceptional privacy, security, and luxurious amenities.

Prime location

Salamanca, Madrid

3 beds • 5 baths • €3,950,000 Property ID: C80120

Set in a classic building in prestigious Recoletos—just moments from the city’s best shops and restaurants—this elegant apartment boasts spacious interiors, southfacing balconies, and a sophisticated ambience. A chic cosmopolitan lifestyle awaits.

Christie’s International Real Estate – Madrid

Olga García Hernández olga@cire-madrid.com +34 699 605 571 cire-madrid.com

Villa Fan

Roca Llisa, Ibiza

Mediterranean modern

Calvia, Mallorca

5 beds • 6 baths • €5,900,000 Property ID: C62299

With its peaceful setting, generous indoor–outdoor ﬂoor plan, ﬂexible basement level, and sea views, this recently built home in Sol de Mallorca is crafted for year-round living.

Luxury Estates Mallorca

Christie’s International Real Estate

Andrea Berchtold

cire@luxury-estates-mallorca.com

+34 971 673 934 | luxury-estates-mallorca.com

Escape to tranquility

Calvia, Mallorca

5 beds • 6 baths • €6,250,000 Property ID: C62300

Set in serene Sol de Mallorca, this new seaview property features spacious interiors, a covered patio, and level gardens—a dream destination for family life and hosting guests.

Luxury Estates Mallorca

Christie’s International Real Estate

Andrea Berchtold

cire@luxury-estates-mallorca.com

+34 971 673 934 | luxury-estates-mallorca.com

Breathtaking setting

Puerto Andratx, Mallorca

4 beds • 5 baths • Price upon request Property ID: C62305

At this ﬁnca-inspired hillside villa, views over Cala Llamp bay form a mesmerizing backdrop to seamless indoor–outdoor living. Highlights include a gym and sauna, wine cellar, home theater, guest apartment, elevator, pool, and outdoor kitchen.

Luxury Estates Mallorca

Christie’s International Real Estate

Patrick Pawlowski

cire@luxury-estates-mallorca.com +34 971 673 934

luxury-estates-mallorca.com

Magical waterfront compound

Lidingö, Stockholm

3 plots • Development opportunity • Price upon request Property ID: C80119

Encompassing a private 2.3-acre (0.9 ha) peninsula and three plots—two of which host family homes—this rare compound is a chance to create a dream waterfront residence. A dock, boathouse, beach, and promenade complete the idyllic picture.

Residence

Christie’s International Real Estate Lars Fogelklou lars.fogelklou@rc.se +46 706 179 621 residence.se

Countryside prestige Vandœuvres, Geneva

6 beds • 6 baths • CHF 14,500,000 Property ID: C80118

A haven of peace, balancing natural splendor with proximity to amenities, this unique property oﬀers sociable living space, relaxation areas, an annex with guest apartment and garages, and an opportunity to customize the reﬁned interiors.

SPG ONE

Christie’s International Real Estate Maxime Dubus maxime.dubus@spgone.ch +41 794 648 358 spgone.ch

6 beds • 5 baths • Price upon request

Property ID: C80005

Meeting every desire, this magniﬁcent villa combines a top location with excellent privacy, panoramic views, and a fabulous garden with pool. Inside, spacious rooms and modern technologies provide both for family life and moments of relaxation.

Iradj Alexander David alexander@wetag.ch +41 91 601 0440 wetag.ch Live the Lake Maggiore dream

Wetag Consulting Immobiliare

Christie’s International Real Estate

Art Nouveau excellence

Zurich

10 beds • 6 baths • Price upon request

Property ID: C80090

This stylish 14-room villa, built in 1906, offers 6,028 sq ft (560 sq m) of bright living space, guest accommodation, and ancillary rooms across five generous floors, all complemented by an idyllic landscaped garden, garage, and stately private setting.

Wüst und Wüst

Christie’s International Real Estate

Stefanie Oechslin

stefanie.oechslin@wuw.ch

+41 443 885 840 wuw.ch

Designer lake-view villa Rüschlikon, Zurich

7 beds • 3 baths • Price upon request Property ID: C80091

An exceptional build quality is evident at every turn in this impressive villa. Inside, 3,229 stylish sq ft (300 sq m) span four ﬂoors, while outside, the garden and terraces eﬀortlessly extend the living space, enveloped in privacy and panoramic lake views.

Wüst und Wüst

Christie’s International Real Estate

Stefanie Oechslin

stefanie.oechslin@wuw.ch +41 44 388 58 40 wuw.ch

History in the making Celerina, Upper Engadine

5 beds • 6 baths • Price upon request Property ID: C80097

In a tranquil village close to St. Moritz, Chesa Monsch is a rare ﬁnd. Dating to 1406, its 5,920 sq ft (550 sq m) display an enchanting blend of Engadine farmhouse and stately patrician home, while oﬀering excellent potential to expand and modernize.

Wüst und Wüst

Christie’s International Real Estate

Kristina Gramatica

kristina.gramatica@wuw.ch

+41 81 832 60 61 wuw.ch

Bulgari Ocean Mansion Jumeirah, Dubai

5 beds • 6 baths • $49,046,322

Property ID: C80050

Sparkling vistas of the Arabian Gulf can be relished from this 12,837 sq ft (1,193 sq m)

Bulgari-branded waterfront mansion on a 6,568 sq ft (610 sq m) plot. Lush gardens, a vast balcony, and proximity to Bulgari’s ﬁrst Yacht Club create the utmost in luxury.

Christie’s International Real Estate

Dubai

Jackie Johns

jd@christiesrealestatedubai.com +971 50 394 4914 christiesrealestatedubai.com

Lincolnshire, England

9 beds • 9 baths • £1,800,000 Property ID: C80063

A handsome Palladian-style home set in nine serene acres (3.6 ha), Cleatham Hall is a chance to own a piece of history. Generous interiors and extensive gardens make it ideal for life as either a boutique country hotel or an impressive private residence.

Carter Jonas

Christie’s International Real Estate

David Beattie

david.beattie@carterjonas.co.uk

+44 1904 558 200 carterjonas.co.uk

Cleatham Hall

Asia Pacific

Boutique penthouse

7 beds • 7 baths • $10,000,000 Property ID: C80099

Nestled

Hirafu, Hakuchōzan

Hakuchōzan Niseko, Hokkaido

Spacious,

versatile bungalow Goodman Road, District 15

6 beds • 6 baths • SGD 42,000,000 Property ID: C31696

With a ﬂexible layout, fabulous natural light, and extensive entertainment areas, this 0.4-acre (0.15 ha) family estate is also ideally located near top schools and restaurants.

Christie’s International Real Estate Singapore

Harmeet Singh Bedi (RES No: R070842Z)

harmeet@ciresg.com

+65 9030 6807

ciresg.com

Pinnacle of luxury living Sentosa, District 4

7 beds • 7 baths • SGD 16,000,000 Property ID: C31207

This newly renovated 9,170 sq ft (852 sq m) residence boasts an inﬁnity-edge pool with skyline views and entertainment deck, and a spacious master suite with its own wine cellar.

Christie’s International Real Estate Singapore

Harmeet Singh Bedi (RES No: R070842Z)

harmeet@ciresg.com

+65 9030 6807

ciresg.com

Porsche Design Tower Thonglor, Bangkok

22 sky villas • Garage • From THB 525,000,000

Property ID: C80122

Inspired by the Porsche design philosophy, Porsche Design Tower Bangkok is set to combine beauty with intelligent solutions for modern living and a dream lifestyle.

Christie’s International Real Estate Thailand

Chinnatatt Sirichanachai

chinnatatt@christiesrealestatethailand.com

+66 849 229 666

Leonard Low

l.low@christiesrealestatethailand.com

+66 959 635 987

christiesrealestatethailand.com

The Residences 38 Thonglor, Bangkok

56 homes • 1-4 beds • From THB 20,000,000

Property ID: C80124

Set above La Clef Bangkok by the Crest Collection, this exclusive development pairs a chic Thai-French aesthetic with à la carte services for a sophisticated urban lifestyle.

Christie’s International Real Estate Thailand

Leonard Low

l.low@christiesrealestatethailand.com

+66 959 635 987

Chinnatatt Sirichanachai

chinnatatt@christiesrealestatethailand.com

+66 849 229 666

christiesrealestatethailand.com

At the heart of Grand Marina, Saigon—a visionary new city hub—an unmatched living, working, and leisure experience awaits, with thoughtfully designed residences crafted to Marriott’s exacting standards and infused with its renowned hospitality.

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North America | British Columbia, Canada

Princess Louisa Lodge Jervis Inlet

24 beds • 24 baths • C$33,000,000

Property ID: C62333

Crafted to be both a unique private retreat and a commercial venture, this majestic oasis on 418 acres (169 ha) is where awesome natural splendor meets luxurious comfort.

faithwilson |

Christie’s International Real Estate

Faith Wilson, faith@faithwilson.com +1 604 224 5277 | princesslouisalodge.com faithwilson.com

Villa Balaclava Southlands, Vancouver West

7 beds • 9 baths • C$13,488,000 Property ID: C62268

A sanctuary in the city, this reﬁned property spans more than 60,000 sq ft (5,574 sq m), showcasing spacious rooms and terraces, a pool, tennis court, and beautiful gardens.

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Christie’s International Real Estate

Faith Wilson, faith@faithwilson.com +1 604 224 5277 | villabalaclava.com faithwilson.com

Country living at its ﬁnest King, York Region

6 beds • 56 acres (22.7 ha) • C$21,500,000 Property ID: C80065

Meticulously considered, this wonderful estate pairs unrivaled amenities with 18,000 sq ft (1,672 sq m) of ﬁnished living space.

Chestnut Park Real Estate Limited

Christie’s International Real Estate

Carolyn Scime

carolyn@chestnutpark.com | +1 905 717 6774 chestnutpark.com

Contemporary masterpiece Uxbridge, Durham Region

5 beds • 6 baths • C$5,850,000 Property ID: C80062

Promising leisure and luxury, this new David Small Design home embodies superb indoor–outdoor living, just 45 minutes from Toronto.

Chestnut Park Real Estate Limited

Christie’s International Real Estate

Sorrelle A. Golomb sorrelle@sorrelle.ca | +1 416 200 1922 chestnutpark.com

Prestigious setting Forest Hill South, Toronto

6 beds • Indoor pool and spa • C$14,790,000 Property ID: C80064

A newly built masterpiece, this limestoneclad home exudes elegance across 6,500 sq ft (604 sq m) of superbly crafted living space.

Chestnut Park Real Estate Limited

Christie’s International Real Estate Jimmy Molloy | jimmymolloy@rogers.com +1 416 925 9191 +1 416 925 9191 | chestnutpark.com

12 beds • 60 waterfront acres (24 ha) • C$15,000,000

Property ID: C80084

This unparalleled 60-acre (24 ha) estate on the Ottawa River delivers two pools, a tennis court, a guesthouse, a guest cottage, equestrian facilities, a dock, beach, and wooded trails. It’s secure, private, and breathtaking. Stone-Ayr Ottawa

reba@dreamproperties.com

+1 613 668 5888 Marilyn Wilson marilyn@dreamproperties.com

+1 613 978 8788 dreamproperties.com

The View waterfront estate

Ottawa

5 beds • 6 baths • C$7,000,000

Property ID: C80086

Architecturally breathtaking waterfront estate with two family rooms, car collector’s garage, resort-style living, and spectacular sunset views—all just minutes from downtown.

Marilyn Wilson Dream Properties

Christie’s International Real Estate

Reba Wilson | reba@dreamproperties.com

+1 613 668 5888

Marilyn Wilson | marilyn@dreamproperties.com

+1 613 978 8788 | dreamproperties.com

Ottawa

4 beds • 4 baths • C$5,800,000

Property ID: C80087

This waterfront property of one acre (0.4 ha) oﬀers a dock on exclusive McKay Lake, lush gardens, three balconies, and a triple garage, in a breathtaking Rockcliﬀe Park setting.

Marilyn Wilson Dream Properties

Christie’s International Real Estate

Reba Wilson | reba@dreamproperties.com +1 613 668 5888

Marilyn Wilson | marilyn@dreamproperties.com +1 613 978 8788 | dreamproperties.com

Lakeside luxury

North America | California, United States

The Lighthouse Lofts South of Market, San Francisco

4 beds • 3 baths • $3,200,000

Property ID: C80067

Designed to foster a creative lifestyle within a deluxe warehouse aesthetic, this superb live/ work loft opportunity oﬀers around 3,897 sq ft (362 sq m) across three distinct spaces.

Christie’s International Real Estate

San Francisco

Chris Lim

chris.lim@christiesrealestatenorcal.com

+1 415 577 3770

Michelle Balog

michelle@christiesrealestatenorcal.com

+1 415 810 7890 | christiesrealestate.com

Strange Ranch

Wilseyville, Calaveras County

4 beds • 4 baths • $6,795,000

Property ID: C80114

At the foot of the Sierra Nevadas, this hidden oasis spans more than 116 acres (47 ha) over three parcels, with a main home, additional structures, and vast development potential.

Christie’s International Real Estate

San Francisco

Chris Lim

chris.lim@christiesrealestatenorcal.com

+1 415 577 3770

strange-ranch.com | christiesrealestate.com

Tradition, bay view, and charm

Paciﬁc Heights, San Francisco

3 beds • 4 baths • $6,950,000 Property ID: C80074

Understated luxury, exquisite period details, and generous proportions characterize this desirable home with garden and roof deck, close to Billionaires’ Row, schools, and shops.

Christie’s International Real Estate

San Francisco

Chris Lim

chris.lim@christiesrealestatenorcal.com

+1 415 577 3770 | christiesrealestate.com

Where luxury meets nature

St. Helena, Napa County

3 beds • 3 baths • $6,500,000 Property ID: C80115

An idyllic compound in the heart of lush wine country, this picture-perfect property features a modern farmhouse residence, a three-bedroom guest cottage, and a studio.

Christie’s International Real Estate

San Francisco

Chris Lim

chris.lim@christiesrealestatenorcal.com

+1 415 577 3770

Lynn Bell | lynn@christiesrealestatenorcal.com

+1 415 535 9435

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North America | California, United States

Russian Hill treasure

Russian Hill, San Francisco

2 beds • 4 baths • $28,000,000 Property ID: C80072

Boasting 2,272 sq ft (211 sq m) of terraces and sweeping views from every room— taking in the iconic Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz—this 6,116 sq ft (568 sq m) fullﬂoor penthouse oﬀers an unmatched living experience in a prestigious legacy co-op.

Christie’s International Real Estate Sereno Kristin Cashin kristin@kcashingroup.com +1 650 387 2603 sereno.com

North America | California, United States

Bella Vista Estate

Montecito, Santa Barbara County

12 beds • 20 acres (8 ha) • Price upon request

Property ID: C80075

A world-renowned equestrian estate of more than 20 acres, Bella Vista combines the grandeur of Neoclassical architecture with the elegance of 18th-century Italian and French villa design, and boasts some 27,000 sq ft (2,508 sq m) of luxurious living space.

Christie’s International Real Estate

Southern California

Aaron Kirman

aaron@aaronkirman.com | +1 310 994 9512

Timothy Di Prizito

timothy@dpgestates.com | +1 323 894 2120 christiesresocal.com

Christie’s International Real Estate

Southern California

5 beds • 6 baths, 2 half baths • $29,995,000

Property ID: C80133

A design masterpiece, this stunning home has been meticulously restored. Boasting panoramic views over LA, original cabinetry, terrazzo ﬂoors, sweeping walls of glass, and serene gardens, this is a rare chance to own a piece of architectural heritage.

Aaron Kirman

aaron@aaronkirman.com

+1 310 994 9512

Riley Schmidt

riley@rileyre.com | +1 323 240 2243 christiesresocal.com

Richard Neutra’s The Brown House Bel Air

North America | California, United States

Coastal wonderland

Malibu, Los Angeles County

7 beds • 6 baths • $35,000,000 Property ID: C80093

Christie’s International Real Estate

Southern California

Aaron Kirman

aaron@aaronkirman.com

+1 424 249 7162

Leonard Rabinowitz

Nestled behind gates, atop majestic Point Dume, this extraordinary 1.5-acre (0.6 ha) estate is a true sanctuary, where a 5,764 sq ft (535 sq m) home, ocean-view decks, orchards, a pool, and beach access combine into a dazzling indoor–outdoor lifestyle.

LR@LeonardR.com

+1 310 552 8200

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A vision of beauty Red Mountain Ranch, Aspen

5 beds • 5 baths • $25,000,000 Property ID: C80068

An awe-inspiring mountain setting, wildliferich ﬁelds and streams create a dream Aspen playground, just a ﬁve-minute walk from this home in exclusive Red Mountain Ranch.

Christie’s International Real Estate

Aspen Snowmass

Stephanie Lewis

stephanie@stephanielewisre.com

+1 970 948 7219 | christiesaspenre.com

Mid-Century Modern style Starwood, Aspen

4 beds • 6 baths • $16,250,000 Property ID: C80069

Set in a unique gated community, minutes to downtown Aspen, this luxurious estate boasts light, airy interiors and breathtaking panoramic views of the Elk Mountain range.

Christie’s International Real Estate

Aspen Snowmass

Stephanie Lewis

stephanie@stephanielewisre.com +1 970 948 7219 | christiesaspenre.com

4 beds • 5 baths • $7,650,000 Property ID: C80032 The Last Resort Islamorada, Florida Keys

Relaxation is a way of life at The Last Resort, where captivating views accompany vast verandas, a heated pool, and 165 ft (50 m) of private beach, all in more than an acre (0.4 ha) of tropical land. A 37.5 ft (11 m) private dock sits on the adjacent canal.

Lauderdale, Broward County

3 beds • 3 full baths • $17,995/month Property ID: C80015

A resort-style 13,000 sq ft (1,208 sq m) gated compound in a family-friendly area, this well-equipped rental boasts an expansive outdoor entertaining area, oversized pool, hot tub, and putting green, and is just a walk away from a semi-private beach.

Mid-Century Modern gem

Las Olas Isles, Fort Lauderdale

4 beds • 4 full baths • $29,995/month Property ID: C80016

Oﬀering an unrivaled waterfront lifestyle on a wide canal, with dockage for a 90-ft yacht, this annual rental is a true outdoor sanctuary. Blending sophistication and convenience, it’s within walking distance of ﬁne dining, shopping, and the beach.

Design masterclass

Pelican Bay, Naples

5 beds • 6 baths • $11,500,000 Property ID: C62318

First-class amenities, sumptuous gardens, and unrivaled privacy are just some of the highlights of this 10,000 sq ft (929 sq m) entertainer’s dream in a prime location.

John R. Wood

Christie’s International Real Estate Bua Bell Group buabellgroup@johnrwood.com +1 239 595 0097 | johnrwood.com

Contemporary beauty

Olde Naples

4 beds • 4 baths • $7,500,000 Property ID: C62319

Occupying a beautiful corner lot and ideally located for the beach, shopping, and dining, this revamped home has a light, open layout, year-round lanai, and sublime landscaping.

John R. Wood

Christie’s International Real Estate Bua Bell Group buabellgroup@johnrwood.com +1 239 595 0097 | johnrwood.com

Turnkey lakefront treasure

Lakewood Ranch, Sarasota County

4 beds • 4 full baths • $3,150,000

In the desirable Wild Blue at Waterside community, this new-build opens the door to the best in lakefront living, with modern interiors, ample outdoor amenities, and superb views. Nearby, sports facilities and a dock cater to life under the Florida sun.

+1 239 333 2411

John R. Wood

Christie’s International Real Estate

Maria Flemmer

World-class lifestyle

Miromar Lakes, Lee County

Prized setting

Estero, Lee County

4 beds • 3 full baths • $2,190,000 Property ID: C80047

A sought-after home design in the Vista WildBlue development, this perfect retreat pairs modern luxury and a tranquil lakeside setting with access to excellent facilities.

John R. Wood

Christie’s International Real Estate

Maria Flemmer

Luxury on the lake

Estero, Lee County

4 beds • 3 full baths • $21,000/month

Mesmerizing sunsets are on display at this beautiful waterfront home in Vista WildBlue, where an open layout and entertaining areas are the epitome of indoor–outdoor living.

John R. Wood

Christie’s International Real Estate

Maria Flemmer

Unrivaled serenity

Fort Myers, Lee County

Offering serene panoramic views over the lake from its large marble terrace, yet just a stone’s throw from beaches and restaurants, this modern villa benefits from a gourmet kitchen, hardwood floors, and access to an array of community amenities.

239 333 2411

Intracoastal showstopper

Palm Beach Island, Palm Beach County

5 beds • 4 baths • $4,250,000 Property ID: C80039 Seabolt

This Federal-style 1821 property dazzles with its original ﬁnishes, from limestone to marble and mahogany, while a full restoration added a chef’s kitchen and spa baths. Outdoor living areas and a carriage house enhance the home’s commanding presence.

Rare perfection

Lake Forest, Lake County

8 beds • 10 baths • $14,975,000 Property ID: C62296

Lovingly renovated and expanded, this coveted estate near Lake Michigan features a grand Georgian home and awe-inspiring gardens across almost nine acres (3.6 ha). A coachhouse, guesthouse, pool, and pool house add to this remarkable property.

@properties: Lake Forest Christie’s International Real Estate Ann Lyon alyon@atproperties.com +1 847 828 9991 atproperties.com/chicagoland

Sophistication and grandeur Chicago

6 beds • 10 baths • $7,500,000

One of the city’s most architecturally signiﬁcant homes, this magniﬁcent residence comprises more than 10,000 sq ft (929 sq m) of glorious interior and exterior living spaces, where meticulous curation has created a showpiece for world-class design. @properties

Christie’s International Real Estate Carrie McCormick carrie@atproperties.com +1 312 961 4612 atproperties.com

5 beds • 9 baths • $27,500,000 Property ID: C80134

European-style panache Winnetka, Cook County

7 beds • 10 baths • $12,000,000 Property ID: C80136

Mount Desert, Hancock County

10 beds • 11 baths • $16,250,000 Property ID: C80095

Blending classic Shingle-style architecture with the needs of modern life, Wanakiwin is an evergreen escape from the city, with six wooded acres (2.4 ha), 650 ft (198 m) of oceanfront, and dramatic views—a year-round home in a coveted neighborhood.

+1 207 276 3840

Wanakiwin

Modern mountain gem Hamilton, Ravalli County

Running Elk Ranch

Bozeman, Gallatin County

7 beds • 1,940 acres (785 ha) • $78,912,000

Property ID: C80073

Minutes from Bozeman, Running Elk Ranch is one of Gallatin Valley’s most notable properties. Taking in some 1,940 wildlife-rich acres, and bordering national forest, it oﬀers incredible privacy, a main home, guesthouse, equine facilities, and much more.

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PureWest

Christie’s International Real Estate

Mike Schlauch, Valerie Johnson, and Trent Lister

mike@suplatinum.com +1 406 580 8380

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Rocky Bar O Ranch

Polebridge, Flathead County

2,006 acres (811.8 ha) • 3 homes • $29,500,000

Property ID: C80071

A majestic wildlife-rich ranch bordering Glacier National Park, with meadows, mountain views, forests, and 2.6 miles (4.2 km) of river frontage.

PureWest Christie’s International Real Estate

Matthew Hohnberger matthew@matthewhohnberger.com +1 406 212 3600 rockybaroranch.com | purewestrealestate.com

Stillwater River homestead Nye, Stillwater County

More than 9 acres (3.6 ha) • $1,800,000

Property ID: C80040

This beautiful property with multiple lots and a cabin spans nine riverfront acres, promising a unique ﬁshing retreat.

PureWest Christie’s International Real Estate

Sheila Larsen sheila@purewestmt.com

+1 406 672 1130 purewestrealestate.com

Fly ﬁshing

haven Big Sky, Gallatin County

Property ID: C80092

Unmatched Spring Creek waterfront living, with exclusive access to blue ribbon trout ﬁshing and bordering National Forest Service. 5 beds • 4 baths • $5,475,000

PureWest Christie’s International Real Estate

Jackie Miller jackie@purewestmt.com

+1 406 539 5003 purewestrealestate.com

Lavish French-inspired manor Alpine, Bergen County

7 beds • 9 full baths • Price upon request

Property ID: C62147

Grand in scale and rich in architectural style and amenities, Château de la Roche is a rare sanctuary, under 30 minutes from Manhattan.

Christie’s International Real Estate Group

Denise Albanese

dalbanese@christiesrealestategroup.com

+1 201 401 3978

christiesrealestategroup.com

Extraordinary opportunity

Columbus, Burlington County

185 acres (74.9 ha) • Outbuildings • $6,500,000

Property ID: C80028

Taking in farmland, vineyards, and a manor house, this remarkable property is poised to become an exclusive winery or events venue.

Christie’s International Real Estate Group

Aryana Oveissi

aoveissi@christiesrealestategroup.com

+1 908 400 1188

christiesrealestategroup.com

Exquisite oceanfront estate Spring Lake, Monmouth County

7 beds • 10 full baths • $12,995,000

ID: C80027

With a generous lot, stunning ocean views, and abundant living space, this ideally sited home delivers coastal living at its ﬁnest.

Historic Hudson mansion

Upper Nyack, Rockland County

8 beds • 5 baths • $3,300,000

Property ID: C80011

Savor the tranquility of nature with acres of mature trees, beach access and river views from every room of this stunning mansion.

Christie’s International Real Estate Group

Exceptional lifestyle

Rye, Westchester County

8 beds • 6 baths • $2,899,999

Property ID: C80014

Unmatched privacy, an oversized pool with pool house, and expansive lawns make this spacious residence an idyllic retreat.

Christie’s International Real Estate Group

+1 914 565 6317

Delight of nature

Wesley Hills, Rockland County

7 beds • 5 full baths, 1 half bath • $2,990,000

Property ID: C80012

With sun-drenched interiors, a beautiful heated outdoor pool, and 2.8 lush acres (1.1 ha), this majestic home is a serene haven.

Christie’s International Real Estate Group

+1 845 642 2269

Oceanfront retreat

Amagansett Dunes, Suﬀolk County

2 beds • 3 full baths • $9,995,000 Property ID: C80031

A serene beachfront sanctuary, this light-ﬁlled home features airy interiors, 100 ft (30 m) of coveted shoreline, and a charming guest cottage, creating the ultimate coastal escape.

Christie’s International Real Estate Group

Bonita F. DeWolf bdewolf@christiesrealestategroup.com +1 516 982 0946 christiesrealestategroup.com

Whispering Winds

Water

Mill,

Suﬀolk County

6 beds • 6 full baths • $6,995,000 Property ID: C906260

Nestled on six acres (2.4 ha), this magniﬁcent estate is an unparalleled retreat, with gracious living spaces, a saltwater pool, a tennis court, and a vast veranda with breathtaking views.

Christie’s International Real Estate Group

Jane Babcook jbabcook@christiesrealestategroup.com +1 631 680 1001 christiesrealestategroup.com

North America | New York, United States

Iconic carriage house Upper East Side, Manhattan

5 beds • 5 full baths • $28,000,000 Property ID: C80038

Renovated by artist Ilana Goor, this unique residence delivers 6,600 sq ft (613 sq m) of gallery-like interiors, a serene outdoor patio and roof deck, plus a rare drive-in garage.

Christie’s International Real Estate Group

Pre-war co-op reimagined

Upper East Side, Manhattan

3 beds • 3 baths • $4,750,000 Property ID: C80036

Luxurious space and timeless style abound at this superbly renovated full-service duplex, which oﬀers all the modern comforts and is situated just moments from Central Park.

Christie’s International Real Estate Group

Greek Revival townhouse

Chelsea/West Village, Manhattan

3 independent units • 6 beds • $12,000,000

Property ID: C80037

Ideal as an income-generating investment or a grand home, this property boasts elegant living areas, a pool, lush gardens, and rooftop terrace.

Christie’s International Real Estate Group

Smitha Ramchandani | smithar@christies realestategroup.com | +1 973 953 7777

Christopher Stokes Moseley csmoseley@christiesrealestategroup.com +1 212 203 8722 | christiesrealestategroup.com

‘Gold Coast’ villa

Riverdale Historic District, Bronx

9 beds • 8 baths • $3,795,000

Property ID: C80033

An easy 15 minutes from Manhattan, this architectural gem displays reﬁned millwork, ﬁreplaces, river views, and serene grounds.

Christie’s International Real Estate Group

Howard L. Morrel hm@christiesrealestategroup.com

+1 917 843 3210

Leslie Hirsch | lh@christiesrealestategroup.com +1 917 626 6285 | christiesrealestategroup.com

Architectural elegance

Upper West Side, Manhattan

11 beds • 5 full baths • $5,995,000

Property ID: C80034

A stunning Renaissance Revival townhouse, this oﬀer comprises three apartments and a four-bedroom home with private garden.

Christie’s International Real Estate Group

Linda Rowe lrowe@christiesrealestategroup.com

+1 201 417 6085 christiesrealestategroup.com

North America | New York, United States

Renovated gem Upper East Side, Manhattan

6 beds • 6 baths • $8,250,000

Around 5,500 sq ft (511 sq m) boasts a superbly renovated four-story townhouse plus an income-generating garden-level oﬃce or rental.

Christie’s International Real Estate Group

Sought-after loft living SoHo, Manhattan

2 beds • 2 baths • $3,450,000 Property ID: C80044

Rarely available, this 2,535 sq ft (236 sq m) loft is perfectly positioned, surrounded by worldclass shopping, dining and entertainment.

Christie’s International Real Estate Group

Hampshire House icon Central Park South, Manhattan

3 beds • 4 baths • $3,695,000

Property ID: C80043

Unparalleled elegance abounds in this meticulously renovated residence, creating a trophy property that is truly a work of art.

International Real Estate Group

Christie’s

Masterfully

Shlomi Reuveni, Reuveni Development Marketing | info@77greenwich.com +1 212 514 7700 | 77greenwich.com christiesrealestategroup.com

The Westly Penthouse B Upper West Side, Manhattan

4 beds • 3 full baths, 1 half bath • $11,995,000 Property ID: C80130

Within a graceful 20-story building by ODA architects, luxury and timeless reﬁnement abound at this 3,059 sq ft (284 sq m) trophy penthouse with an unparalleled rooftop terrace, dramatic skyline views, and access to a rooftop pool.

Christie’s International Real Estate Group

Shlomi Reuveni, Reuveni Development Marketing | info@the-westly.com +1 917 822 9914 | the-westly.com christiesrealestategroup.com

Flat Mountain Farm

Highlands, Macon County

4 beds • Guesthouses • $11,500,000

Property ID: C80080

A world of possibilities awaits at this magical compound of superbly crafted residences and event space in almost 28 lush acres (11.3 ha).

Christie’s International Real Estate

Highlands Cashiers

Patrick Gleeson

patrick@highlandscashierscire.com

+1 828 782 0472 | Deborah Gleeson

bee@highlandscashierscire.com

+1 404 307 1415 | highlandscashierscire.com

Build the dream Balsam, Jackson County

2 acres (0.8 ha) • Deep-water well • $2,950,000

Property ID: C80079

At this Balsam Mountain Preserve homesite, a turnkey guesthouse and services are in place, ready to welcome a new custom-built home.

Ivester Jackson BlackStream

Christie’s International Real Estate

Lynette Sharp

lynette@ijbproperties.com | +1 828 589 9622

ivesterjacksonblackstream.com

One-of-a-kind masterpiece Asheville, Buncombe County

5 beds • 5 baths • $3,750,000

Property ID: C80078

Designed with grand entertaining, family living, and sustainability in mind, this home oﬀers elegance and comfort in abundance.

Ivester Jackson BlackStream

Christie’s International Real Estate

Laura Livaudais

laura@ijbproperties.com | +1 828 712 5445

ivesterjacksonblackstream.com

Luxury on Lake Norman Cornelius, Mecklenburg County

6 beds • 9 baths • $17,895,000

Property ID: C80082

A ﬁve-star resort lifestyle awaits at this lakefront gem, with pool, spa, gym, wine cellar, golf simulator, and private dock.

Ivester Jackson Distinctive Properties

Christie’s International Real Estate

Lori Ivester Jackson lori@ivesterjackson.com

+1 704 996 5686 | ivesterjackson.com

Premier Airlie Road frontage Wrightsville Sound, Wilmington

0.67 acres (0.27 ha) • 3 beds • $1,429,000

Property ID: C80081

In a coveted neighborhood, this prestigious and rare lot oﬀers the chance to restore a heritage home, or create a new coastal haven.

Ivester Jackson Coastal

Christie’s International Real Estate

Joy Yascone

joy@ijcoastal.com

+1 919 904 5918 | ijcoastal.com

Waterfront treasure Cornelius, Mecklenburg County

6 beds • 8 baths • $9,500,000

Property ID: C80083

This breathtaking estate boasts 200 ft (61 m) of Lake Norman shoreline, panoramic views, and an exceptional indoor–outdoor aesthetic.

Ivester Jackson Distinctive Properties

Christie’s International Real Estate

Mary Kay Portaro marykay@ivesterjackson.com

+1 440 773 6512 | ivesterjackson.com

Contemporary coastal comfort Middletown, Newport County

5 beds • 6 baths • $3,485,000

A World of Extraordinary Objects

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Islands & Oceans

Islands & Oceans | Aruba/Curaçao

Savaneta Beachshore Villas Savaneta, Aruba

3 villas • Private pools • $10,500,000 Property ID: C80123

A trio of oceanfront properties, these sixbedroom, six-bath villas have direct beach access and a prime location within reach of some of Aruba’s best dining and leisure spots.

BOLD Properties Aruba

Christie’s International Real Estate

Aileen Kelly | aileen@boldrealestatearuba.com

jenn@boldrealestatearuba.com

+297 699 8301 | boldrealestatearuba.com

Kiwa Apartments at Laman

Jan Thiel, Curaçao

38 apartments • 2 beds • From $561,499 Property ID: C33462

On Curaçao’s vibrant south coast, Laman is a new lifestyle destination, where oceanfront apartments deliver private sanctuaries and superb resort amenities are just steps away.

BOLD Properties Curaçao

Christie’s International Real Estate

Aileen Kelly | aileen@boldrealestatearuba.com

jenn@boldrealestatearuba.com

+297 699 8301 | boldrealestatearuba.com

Islands & Oceans | Bahamas

Papillion

Lyford Cay, Nassau

8 beds • 8 full baths • $24,500,000

Property ID: C80021

This is an exquisite turnkey home delivering 10,000 sq ft (929 sq m) of living space and facilities, and a dream waterfront location.

H.G. Christie Ltd.

Christie’s International Real Estate

Philip Hillier | philip@hgc.com | +1 242 427 2795

Anya Mousis | anya@hgc.com | +1 242 376 3046 hgchristie.com

Powell Cay private island

Northern Abaco Cays, Abaco

Resort potential • Sandy beach • $7,999,000

Property ID: C80022

Create a dream retreat or resort on this idyllic 294-acre (119 ha) island, soon to be home to a Crown-owned nature preserve.

H.G. Christie Ltd.

Christie’s International Real Estate

Chris Plummer | cplummer@hgc.com

+1 242 826 0477 | +1 321 506 1568 hgchristie.com

Charleston House

Lyford Cay, Nassau

6 beds • 6 full baths • $8,850,000

Property ID: C80023

A vision of sophistication and comfort, this renovated home boasts spacious entertaining areas, multiple terraces, and sweeping views.

H.G. Christie Ltd.

Christie’s International Real Estate

Philip Hillier | philip@hgc.com | +1 242 427 2795

Anya Mousis | anya@hgc.com | +1 242 376 3046

hgchristie.com

Islands & Oceans |

5 beds • 5 baths • Price upon request Property ID: C62329

A once-in-a-decade opportunity, Villa Bois is nestled within 23 pristine acres (9.3 ha), oﬀering a rare blend of residential charm, natural beauty, and reﬁned luxury. Be inspired by the sea views, relish private retreats, and delight in a timeless ambience.

Sibarth Real Estate

Christie’s International Real Estate

Zarek Honneysett

zarek@sibarthrealestate.com

+590 590 29 88 91 sibarthrealestate.com

Villa Bois Lurin

Domaine de Vignette

Les Étoiles, Colombier

6 beds • 8 baths • $59,000,000

Property ID: C62331

An idyllic hillside enclave, this ultra-private compound with resort-worthy pool and tropical gardens was reimagined in 2024 by Rémi Tessier. Across its 2.1 acres (0.8 ha), the property 0ﬀers a main villa, guesthouse, and caretaker’s home—a perfect Caribbean dream.

Sibarth Real Estate

Christie’s International Real Estate

Zarek Honneysett

zarek@sibarthrealestate.com

+590 590 29 88 91 sibarthrealestate.com

Islands & Oceans | St. Barthélemy

Mont Jean

3 beds • 5 baths • Price upon request

Property ID: C62332

Set on a 3.84-acre (1.6 ha) waterfront plot—a beautiful private peninsula—this sumptuous residence is a haven of peace and luxury, delivering generous volumes, breathtaking views, and superb amenities tailored to the ultimate St. Barts lifestyle.

Sibarth Real Estate

Christie’s International Real Estate Zarek Honneysett zarek@sibarthrealestate.com +590 590 29 88 91 sibarthrealestate.com

Villa Les Amis du Vents

South & Central America

Your passion is your greatest asset

Bespoke borrowing for art and luxury collectors DISCOVER NOW

Christie’s

5 beds • 6 baths • $7,280,000 Property ID: C80094

An invitation to an exclusive lifestyle, Villa Serena is an extraordinary beachfront enclave. Across the primary home, guesthouse, and beautiful outdoor oasis, artistic design combines with sublime Paciﬁc views to create the ultimate tropical retreat.

Brian Bratton | brian@crcire.com +506 8704 9997

Andrew Mercer andrew@crcire.com +506 8955 8999 costaricachristiesrealestate.com

Villa Serena

Playa Langosta, Guanacaste

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Maranda Real Estate Group

Christie’s International Real Estate

Tirana, Albania

+355 68 555 5512

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AUSTRIA

Avantgarde Properties

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Elisabeth Karoly-Thomas

Stiller & Hohla Real Estate

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CHANNEL ISLANDS

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Gill Hunt

CROATIA

Remington Realty – Croatia

Christie’s International Real Estate

Opatija, Croatia

+385 51 68 36 35 remingtonchristiesre.hr

Villa Irina

The Atlas Mountains provide a backdrop for this contemporary villa. On the market with Christie’s International Real Estate Morocco; see page 140 for details.

CZECH REPUBLIC

Svoboda & Williams

Christie’s International Real Estate

Prague, Czech Republic

+420 257 328 281 svoboda-williams.com

Veronika Krejcárková (see also Slovakia)

ESTONIA

Signature Estate Collection

Christie’s International Real Estate

Tallinn, Estonia +372 502 6425

signature.ee

Triin Loodus

FRANCE

Agence Clerc Conseil

Immobilier Christie’s International Real Estate

Veyrier du Lac, France

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Benoît Clerc

ATHERAC Christie’s International Real Estate

La Clusaz, France

+33 6 47 98 34 29 atherac-laclusaz.com

Sébastien Tonnelier

Belles Demeures de France

Christie’s International Real Estate

(see Daniel Féau Conseil Immobilier Christie’s International Real Estate)

Corse Prestige Immobilier

Christie’s International Real Estate Corsica, France

+33 4 95 25 90 41 corseprestige.com

Emmanuel Castellani

Côte Ouest Christie’s International Real Estate

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Nicolas Descamps

Daniel Féau Conseil

Immobilier Christie’s International Real Estate Paris, France +33 1 40 08 10 04 feau-immobilier.fr

Charles-Marie Jottras, Marie-Hélène Lundgreen

David Bilder Christie’s International Real Estate

La Baule Escoublac, France

+33 6 60 10 07 00 davidbilder.com

David Bilder

Maxwell-Baynes Christie’s International Real Estate

Merignas, France +33 5 57 84 08 82

maxwellbaynes.com

Karin Maxwell, Michael Baynes

Michaël Zingraf Christie’s International Real Estate Cannes, France +33 4 93 39 77 77 michaelzingraf.com Michaël Zingraf

Mont-Blanc Immobilier, Christie’s International Real Estate

Mont Blanc, France +33 4 50 53 72 62 mont-blanc-immobilier.fr

Laurent Duffoug-Favre

Poncet & Poncet Christie’s International Real Estate

Occitanie, France +33 4 67 02 03 31 poncet-poncet.com

Patrick Poncet

Regent Alps Christie’s International Real Estate

Les Gets, France +33 6 71 22 77 32 regent-alps.com

Amina Carpentier, Nina McArthur

GERMANY

Riedel Immobilien

Christie’s International Real Estate

Munich, Germany

+49 89 159455 0 riedel-immobilien.de

Markus Riedel

GREECE

Ploumis Sotiropoulos

Real Estate Christie’s International Real Estate

Athens, Greece

+30 210 364 3112

ploumis-sotiropoulos.gr Yannis Ploumis

INDIA

Himmat & Rohini Singh LLP

Christie’s International Real Estate

New Delhi, India

+91 98 101 36747

hrscindia.com

Himmat Singh, Rohini Chaudhri

IRELAND

Sherry FitzGerald Ltd.

Christie’s International Real Estate

Dublin, Ireland

+353 1 237 6394 sherryfitz.ie

Roseanne De Vere Hunt

Parisian perfection

Meticulous French style in the heart of the City of Light. On the market with Daniel Féau Conseil Immobilier

Christie’s International Real Estate; see page 118 for details.

ITALY

Agenzia Romolini

Immobiliare Srl Christie’s International Real Estate

Anghiari, Arezzo, Italy +39 0575 788948 romolini.com

Riccardo Romolini

Benedetti Real Service

Christie’s International Real Estate

Merano, South Tyrol, and Cortina, Italy +39 0473 236613 irs-benedetti.com

Dr. Alexander Benedetti

Dimora Italia Christie’s International Real Estate Venice, Italy +39 041 8505397 dimoraitalia-re.com

Arnaldo Fusello

Exclusive RE Christie’s International Real Estate Rome, Milan, and Naples, Italy +39 06 321 83 55 romeexclusive.it

Massimiliano Bulzoni

Immobilsarda Srl Christie’s International Real Estate

Porto Cervo, Sardinia, Italy

+39 0789 909000 immobilsarda.com

Julia Bracco

LUXEMBOURG

Unicorn Real Estate

Christie’s International Real Estate

Luxembourg, Luxembourg +352 2654 1717

unicorn.lu

Fernand Hornung

MALTA

Oyster Christie’s International Real Estate St. Julian’s, Malta +356 7949 9137 oystermalta.com

Miguel Bonello

MONACO

Miells Christie’s International Real Estate

Monte Carlo, Monaco +377 97 97 63 33 miells.com

Laurent Locchi

MONTENEGRO

Remington Realty – Serbia

Christie’s International Real Estate (see Serbia)

Cloud Nine A heavenly waterfront villa in Greece. On the market with Ploumis Sotiropoulos Real Estate

Christie’s International Real Estate; see page 126 for details.

MOROCCO

Christie’s International Real Estate Morocco

Marrakech, Morocco

+212 5 24 422 229

kensingtonmorocco.com

Marc Leon, Alexander Lamping

NETHERLANDS

R365 Christie’s International Real Estate Amsterdam, The Netherlands +31 20 2610 430 r365.nl

Leslie de Ruiter

PORTUGAL

LUXIMOS Christie’s International Real Estate

Porto, Portugal +351 961 696 319 Algarve, Portugal +351 289 035 465 luximos.pt

Ricardo Costa

Porta da Frente Christie’s International Real Estate Lisbon, Portugal +351 214 826 830 portadafrente.com

Rafael Ascenso

SAUDI ARABIA

Christie’s International

Real Estate Saudi Arabia

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia +966 548 281 633

cire-saudi.com

Tarek Aridi

SERBIA

Remington Realty – Serbia

Christie’s International Real Estate

Belgrade, Serbia +381 63 473 761

remingtonchristiesre.rs

Marko Gvozdenovic

SLOVAKIA

Svoboda & Williams

Christie’s International Real Estate (see Czech Republic)

SOUTH AFRICA

Greeff Properties

Christie’s International Real Estate

Cape Town, South Africa +27 21 763 4120 greeff.co.za

Mike Greeff

SPAIN

Christie’s International Real Estate Costa Del Sol

Marbella, Spain +34 951 122 313 cire-costadelsol.com

Hans Veenhuijsen

Christie’s International Real Estate Madrid

Madrid, Spain +34 910 970 970 cire-madrid.com

Olga García Hernández

Estela Exclusive Homes

Christie’s International Real Estate

Ibiza, Spain +34 971 931 562 estelaexclusivehomes.com

Sandra Tejero Estévez

Luxury Estates Mallorca

Christie’s International Real Estate

Mallorca, Spain +34 686 738 416 luxury-estates-mallorca.com

Andrea Berchtold

SWEDEN

Residence Christie’s International Real Estate Stockholm, Sweden +46 8 662 6800 residence.se

Fredrik Abrahamsson

SWITZERLAND

SPG ONE Christie’s International Real Estate

Geneva, Verbier, Switzerland +41 22 707 46 60 spgone.ch

Maxime Dubus

Wetag Consulting

Immobiliare Christie’s International Real Estate

Locarno, Switzerland +41 91 751 31 06 wetag.ch

Ueli F. Schnorf

Wüst und Wüst Christie’s International Real Estate

Zurich, Switzerland +41 44 388 58 73 wuw.ch

Pascal Vaucher

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

Christie’s International Real Estate Dubai Dubai, United Arab Emirates +971 4 425 2780 christiesrealestatedubai.com

Jackie Johns

UNITED KINGDOM

Carter Jonas Christie’s International Real Estate

London, United Kingdom +44 20 7016 0730 carterjonas.co.uk

Samuel Richardson

Asia Paciﬁc

AUSTRALIA

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Darren Curtis

Christie’s International Real Estate Victoria Melbourne, Victoria, Australia +61 4 2578 7979 cirevictoria.com.au

Sean Cussell

Christie’s International Real Estate Western Australia & South Australia Perth, Western Australia, Australia +61 4 8833 2212 christiesrealestatewasa.com

Shelley Scorer

HONG KONG

Christie’s International Real Estate Hong Kong

Admiralty, Hong Kong

+852 6203 6369

christiesrealestatehk.com

Samson Law

JAPAN

H2 Christie’s International Real Estate

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Michael H. Chen, Simon Robinson

SINGAPORE

Christie’s International Real Estate Singapore Singapore +65 9030 6807

ciresg.com

Harmeet Singh Bedi, Himmat Singh

THAILAND

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christiesrealestate thailand.com

Chinnatatt Sirichanachai

VIETNAM

S&S Real Estate Christie’s International Real Estate

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Sam Vu

North America

CANADA

BRITISH COLUMBIA

faithwilson | Christie’s International Real Estate Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada +1 604 224 5277

faithwilson.com

Faith Wilson

ONTARIO

Chestnut Park Real Estate

Limited Christie’s International Real Estate Toronto, Ontario, Canada +1 416 925 9191 chestnutpark.com

Chris Kapches

Marilyn Wilson Dream Properties Christie’s International Real Estate Ottawa, Ontario, Canada +1 613 842 5000

dreamproperties.com

Marilyn Wilson

MEXICO

Christie’s International Real Estate | Mexico Luxury Properties

Playa del Carmen, Mexico +52 984 267 7742 christiesrealestate mexico.com

Jason Waller

UNITED STATES

ARIZONA

Walt Danley Local Luxury

Christie’s International Real Estate Phoenix, Arizona +1 480 450 1518 localluxuryre.com

Kate Cowger

CALIFORNIA

Christie’s International Real Estate San Francisco | Marin | Wine Country San Francisco, California

+1 408 335 1400 christiesrealestate.com

Chris Trapani, Ryan Iwanaga

Christie’s International Real Estate Sereno Los Gatos, California +1 408 335 1400 sereno.com

Chris Trapani, Ryan Iwanaga

Christie’s International Real Estate Southern California

Beverly Hills, California +1 424 249 7162

christiesresocal.com

Aaron Kirman

COLORADO

Christie’s International Real Estate Aspen Snowmass Aspen, Colorado +1 970 658 8222

christiesaspenre.com

Alex Jansen, Laren Jansen

Christie’s International Real Estate, Summit Summit, Colorado +1 970 344 9002

christiessummitcore.com

Alex Jansen, Laren Jansen

CONNECTICUT

Christie’s International Real Estate Group Greenwich, Connecticut +1 203 769 9242

christiesrealestategroup.com

Joan Marks

DELAWARE

Hubble Bisbee Christie’s International Real Estate (see Maryland)

FLORIDA

American Caribbean

Christie’s International Real Estate

Islamorada, Florida +1 305 664 4966 americancaribbean.com

Joy Martin

Christie’s International Real Estate Emerald Coast

Santa Rosa Beach, Florida +1 850 213 2800 cireec.com

Beau Blankenship

Fortune Christie’s International Real Estate

Miami, Florida +1 305 400 6393 fir.com

Ruth Palma, Terri Alvarez

John R. Wood Christie’s International Real Estate Naples, Florida

+1 239 262 1900 johnrwood.com

Phil Wood, Corey McCloskey, Nikki Wood

Premier Estate Properties

Palm Beach Christie’s International Real Estate Palm Beach, Florida +1 561 655 5505

premierestateproperties.com

Carmen D’Angelo, Joseph Liguori, Gerry Liguori

GEORGIA

Ansley Real Estate

Christie’s International Real Estate

Atlanta, Georgia

+1 404 480 4663 ansleyre.com

Bonneau Ansley III

Seabolt Real Estate

Christie’s International Real Estate

Savannah, Georgia +1 912 233 6609 seaboltrealestate.com

Elaine Seabolt

IDAHO

PureWest Christie’s International Real Estate

Sandpoint, Idaho +1 208 265 2753 purewestid.com

Paul Reizen

Sun Valley Real Estate

Christie’s International Real Estate

Ketchum, Idaho

+1 208 726 6000 sunvalleyrealestate.com

Suzanne Williams, Tom Drougas, Brad DuFur

Contemporary marvel Modern architecture and waterfront living work in harmony in Berlin. On the market with Riedel Immobilien

Christie’s International Real Estate; see page 125 for details.

ILLINOIS

@properties Christie’s International Real Estate Chicago, Illinois +1 312 831 1859

atproperties.com

Natasha Patla

INDIANA

@properties Christie’s International Real Estate (see Illinois)

IOWA

@properties elleven

Christie’s International Real Estate (see Wisconsin)

KENTUCKY

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Rusty Underwood, Rachel Underwood

MAINE

LandVest Christie’s International Real Estate (see Massachusetts)

MARYLAND

Hubble Bisbee Christie’s International Real Estate Lutherville, Maryland +1 410 321 1411 hubblebisbee.com

Karen Hubble Bisbee, Stephen Bisbee

MASSACHUSETTS

Christie’s International Real Estate Atlantic

Brokerage

Chatham, Massachusetts

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Doug Grattan

LandVest Christie’s International Real Estate

Boston, Massachusetts +1 617 723 1800 landvest.com

Joe Taggart, Slater Anderson (see also Maine, New Hampshire, New York, and Vermont)

MICHIGAN

@properties Christie’s International Real Estate (see Illinois)

@properties REMI

Christie’s International Real Estate

Birmingham, Michigan +1 248 850 8632

atproperties.com/remi

Eric Walstrom, Alex Irrer

MONTANA

PureWest Christie’s International Real Estate

Bozeman, Montana +1 406 586 9418

Whitefish, Montana +1 406 862 4900 purewestrealestate.com

Sean Averill, Dale Crosby Newman, Ryon Brewer

NEW HAMPSHIRE

LandVest Christie’s International Real Estate (see Massachusetts)

NEW JERSEY

Christie’s International Real Estate Group

Ramsey, New Jersey +1 201 934 0607

christiesrealestategroup.com

Ilija Pavlovic, Sonja Cullaro

NEW YORK

Christie’s International Real Estate Group (NYC)

New York, New York +1 212 590 2473

christiesrealestategroup.com

Sonja Cullaro, Sherri Balassone

Christie’s International Real Estate Group (The Hamptons)

East Hampton, New York +1 631 771 7004

christiesrealestategroup.com

Sonja Cullaro, Sherri Balassone

Christie’s International Real Estate Group (Westchester and Hudson Valley)

White Plains, New York +1 914 200 1515

christiesrealestategroup.com

Louise Colonna, Joan Marks

LandVest Christie’s International Real Estate (see Massachusetts)

NORTH CAROLINA

Christie’s International Real Estate Highlands Cashiers

Highlands, North Carolina +1 828 482 5022

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Reed Jackson, Bonneau Ansley III

Ivester Jackson

Blackstream Christie’s International Real Estate Asheville, North Carolina +1 828 367 9001

ivesterjacksonblackstream.com

Reed Jackson, Lori Ivester Jackson, Ford Elliott

Ivester Jackson Distinctive Properties Christie’s International Real Estate Cornelius, North Carolina +1 704 655 0586

ivesterjackson.com

Reed Jackson, Lori Ivester Jackson (see also South Carolina)

RHODE ISLAND

Hogan Associates Christie’s International Real Estate Newport, Rhode Island +1 401 680 6588 hoganassociatesre.com

Leslie Hogan, Matt Hadfield

SOUTH CAROLINA

Blackstream Christie’s International Real Estate Greenville, South Carolina +1 864 901 4078

blackstreaminternational.com

Ford Elliott, Michael Mumma

Ivester Jackson Christie’s International Real Estate (see North Carolina)

The Litchfield Company

Christie’s International Real Estate

Pawleys Island, South Carolina +1 843 237 2094

thelitchfieldcompany.com

Kathy Besse

TEXAS

@properties Lonestar

Christie’s International Real Estate

Dallas, Texas +1 214 821 3336

atpropertiestx.com

Jerry Mooty, Romeo Manzanilla

UTAH

Christie’s International Real Estate Park City Park City, Utah +1 435 649 0891 christiesrealestatepc.com

Meghan Tuohig, Michele Scott

VERMONT

LandVest Christie’s International Real Estate (see Massachusetts)

WISCONSIN

@properties Christie’s International Real Estate (see Illinois)

@properties elleven

Christie’s International Real Estate

Madison, Wisconsin +1 608 733 7760

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Classical elegance

Southern hospitality is a breeze at this home in Savannah, Georgia. On the market with Seabolt Real Estate Christie’s International Real Estate; see page 194 for details.

Melissa LeGrand (see Iowa)

Islands & Oceans

CHRISTIE’S INTERNATIONAL REAL ESTATE CARIBBEAN +1 888 988 3471

cirecaribbean.com

Danielle Austin, President

ANGUILLA

Christie’s International Real Estate Anguilla Anguilla +1 246 256 1971 cireanguilla.com

Dominique Silvera-Chittrell

ANTIGUA & BARBUDA

Christie’s International Real Estate Antigua and Barbuda

St. John, Antigua +1 246 256 1971 cireantigua.com cirebarbuda.com

Dominique Silvera-Chittrell

ARUBA

BOLD Properties Aruba

Christie’s International Real Estate

Oranjestad, Aruba +297 280 4141 boldrealestatearuba.com

Jenniffer Figaroa, Aileen Kelly

BAHAMAS

H.G. Christie Ltd. Christie’s International Real Estate Nassau, Bahamas +1 242 322 1041 hgchristie.com

William McPherson Christie, John Christie

BARBADOS

Christie’s International Real Estate Barbados

Christ Church, Barbados +1 246 256 1971

cirebarbados.com

Dominique Silvera-Chittrell, Alyssa Klein, Candice Jenkins

BERMUDA

Sinclair Real Estate

Christie’s International Real Estate Hamilton, Bermuda +1 441 296 0278 sinclairrealty.com

Karin and John M. Sinclair

BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS

Christie’s International Real Estate British Virgin Islands

Tortola, British Virgin Islands +1 284 494 2446 cirebvi.com

Edward Childs

CAYMAN ISLANDS

Provenance Properties Cayman Ltd. Christie’s International Real Estate Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands +1 345 640 3500 provenanceproperties.com

Jackie Doak

CURAÇAO

BOLD Properties Curaçao

Christie’s International Real Estate Oranjestad, Aruba +297 280 4141 boldrealestatearuba.com

Jenniffer Figaroa, Aileen Kelly

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

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Auburn Lucas

JAMAICA

Christie’s International Real Estate Jamaica Montego Bay, Jamaica +1 246 256 1971 cirejamaica.com

Dominique Silvera-Chittrell

PUERTO RICO

Christie’s International Real Estate Puerto Rico

San Juan, Puerto Rico +1 939 337 3000 christiesrealestatepr.com

Brian Aronson

ST. KITTS & NEVIS

Christie’s International Real Estate St. Kitts & Nevis

Basseterre, St. Kitts & Nevis +1 246 256 1971 cirestkitts.com cirenevis.com

Dominique Silvera-Chittrell

ST. MARTIN

Oceano Christie’s International Real Estate Marigot, St. Martin +590 59027 6898 oceano-homes.com

Pablo Yahuda

ST. BARTHÉLEMY

Sibarth Real Estate

Christie’s International Real Estate St. Barthélemy, French West Indies +590 590 29 88 91 sibarthrealestate.com

Christian Wattiau

TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS

Christie’s International Real Estate Turks & Caicos

Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands +1 649 941 4100 theturksandcaicos.com

Walter Gardner, Robert Greenwood

Skier’s sanctuary

A dream home in Idaho. On the market with Sun Valley Real Estate

Christie’s International Real Estate; see page 195 for details.

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS

Christie’s International Real Estate U.S. Virgin Islands

St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands +1 340 715 7749 usvirealestate.com

Jill Cherubin

St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands +1 340 775 9000 usvirealestate.com

Margo Lynch

Islandia Christie’s International Real Estate

St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands +1 340 776 6666 islandiarealestate.com

Keleigh Rees

Central America

COSTA RICA

Christie’s International Real Estate Costa Rica

Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica +506 2654 4004 costaricachristies.com

Robert Davey

Christie’s International Real Estate

AMERICAS

806 N. Peoria

Chicago Illinois 60642, U.S.A. +1 312 254 0200 americas @christiesrealestate.com

EUROPE, MIDDLE EAST, INDIA & AFRICA

8 King Street

St. James’s

London SW1Y 6QT, U.K. +44 20 3824 1951 emea @christiesrealestate.com

ASIA PACIFIC

Unit 20-131, 21/F, 14 Taikoo Wan Road, Quarry Bay, Hong Kong +852 5808 7680 asia @christiesrealestate.com

Très chic

With a breathtaking outlook over the Eiﬀel Tower, the fantasy Parisian lifestyle becomes a reality at this spectacular apartment in the French capital

Words / Gela Pertusini

EVEN WITHOUT THAT view, this apartment would be an exemplar of Parisian style, with its Belle Epoque architecture, wrought-iron balcony, and elegant French windows. But, sitting between the Seine and the Bois de Boulogne public park, in the heart of chic Passy, the 16th arrondissement’s low-rise historical buildings are dominated by the Eiﬀel Tower. This apartment’s

2,500 square feet (232 sq m) of parquet-ﬂoored, gilt-detailed, quintessential Parisian gorgeousness should be tempting enough in itself, but the power ﬂex of never having to explain where you are on a Zoom call makes it truly irresistible.

$6,853,648, Daniel Féau Conseil Immobilier, danielfeau.com, Dimitri Petroﬀ, d.petroﬀ@danielfeau.com, +33 6 61 66 91 61

Paris when it sizzles The apartment oﬀers a grand eyeful of the Eiﬀel Tower