Luxury Portfolio Magazine, Volume 15 Issue 1

MAKING CONNECTIONS Between CITIES, PEOPLE & NATURE

With INSPIRING ART & DÉCOR

From COASTLINES TO HIGH SEAS

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DESIGN

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EDITOR’S NOTE

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his issue of Luxury Portfolio magazine is all about making connections, whether with our surroundings, our communities or the wider world. While perusing these pages, you are invited to slow down a bit and think about the ties that you have — or want to strengthen.

A connection that’s often missing in today’s world is one with nature. We’ll show you a few of the ways it’s being revived. Living buildings — skyscrapers that grow their own ecosystems — are a perfect example of how the urban and the wild can combine to stunning, and environmentally friendly, effect. Luxury stays are celebrating their natural settings to the delight of guests. And considered garden design creates spectacular spaces in which to surround yourself with greenery at home.

We’ll also take you on a global tour that celebrates sense of place. Learn how architecture is often best when its design is rooted in the landscape and culture it’s built upon. Escape to the islands of Mallorca in the Mediterranean and Mauritius in the Indian Ocean to visit two distinctive beach destinations. And, to reach any far-flung destination you choose, opt for hitting the open road in a racecar-inspired McLaren or sailing the high seas aboard a lavish yacht.

Not to be forgotten is the human connection — with ourselves and with each other.

Read about how making time for friends and family, perhaps over a shared meal, can enhance your life — and your health. Also shared are a few ideas for making your spaces at home more personal, from bold bathroom design and shopping around the world for artwork you love to filling your interiors with color and fun statement pieces.

Speaking of home, the collection of properties in this issue truly forge a bond with their locales. You can marvel at the cityscape of San Francisco from the domed terrace of an art deco skyscraper’s penthouse; meld with the earth itself in a fairy-tale Swiss dwelling; live out a glamorous Belle Époque fantasy at a historic seaside estate on the French Riviera; and become one with the wildlife of New Zealand on a tiny, subtropical island.

These very different possibilities are a true showcase of the unique real estate offerings from Luxury Portfolio members and represent what we know best here: One of the most important connections in life is the one to home, whatever that means to you.

LISA KLEIN POWERS Managing Editor

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REAL ESTATE

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SKY HIGH STYLE A luxe penthouse in a historic skyscraper enjoys sweeping views of San Francisco

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EXCEPTIONAL LISTINGS A global roundup of outstanding luxury properties

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URBAN OASIS Living buildings bring much-needed green space to urban areas, growing it right on their walls

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SENSE OF PLACE Stuart Rough of architecture firm Broadway Malyan discusses design rooted in location

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BACK YARD The view from a country estate in Connecticut

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LIFESTYLE

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CALL OF THE WILD A private sanctuary sits atop one of the islands in a nature-filled New Zealand bay

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GROUNDED LUXURY

DREAMING IN BLUE

Chef Sarah Thompson of Casa Playa muses on her food journey, from family to famed kitchens

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An eco-friendly “earth house” in Switzerland seems to grow straight out of the green hillsides

A Belle Époque-era estate looks out on the Mediterranean from the cliffs of the French Riviera

Yachting affords a lifestyle filled with endless adventures on the water, both near and far

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McLaren has a long history on and off the racetrack — all motivated by its founder

A drive around the coast of Mauritius takes in the African island’s sunny beaches and culture

From evolving healthy lifestyles to high-tech treatments, the quest for longevity continues

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Joa Studholme of Farrow & Ball shows the many ways that bold hues can fuel a space

Eduardo Sampere of Naviva,® A Four Seasons Resort, talks hospitality inspired by its surroundings

Shop home décor that makes a statement

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Humans and the natural world feel right at home together with thoughtful garden design

The Spanish island of Mallorca wows with white sands, towering cliffs and turquoise coves

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Artful, personal spaces to start and end the day are an antidote to the sterile bathroom cliché

In some cities art is found everywhere, from museums and galleries to fairs and on the streets

LEGACY IN MOTION

COLOR CODED

SMELL THE ROSES

BATHING BEAUTY

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COMMUNITY COOKING

DESIGN

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TROPICAL GRAND TOUR

BLENDING IN

ANCHORS AWEIGH!

FOUNTAIN OF YOUTH

POWER PIECES

MAGIC IN THE MED

ARTISTIC IMPRESSIONS

Images, top left to right: Giovanni Nardi/Stefano Boeri Architetti, Azimut Benetti Group, Eric Sander/Louis Benech; bottom left to right: Arte Veneziana, Getty Images

Cover image courtesy of Vanguard Properties

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CONTRIBUTORS 10

STUART ROUGH

GLOBAL HEAD OF ARCHITECTURE, BROADWAY MALYAN broadwaymalyan.com Initially based in London, Stuart Rough relocated to Lisbon to open the Portuguese studio of Broadway Malyan in 1996. He was invited to join the board in 1999, was group chairman between 2011 and 2024, and is now the global head of architecture for the group. He has vast global experience in various sectors, is an award-winning designer and has acted as a judge on design boards as well as speaking at conferences.

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JOA STUDHOLME

COLOR CURATOR, FARROW & BALL farrow-ball.com Joa Studholme has worked with Farrow & Ball for more than 25 years. As well as creating new colors, her current role focuses on showing people the power of paint to transform a space — something she learned at a young age after painting the inside of her bedroom cupboards a sunny yellow. She shares her passion through consultancy, her “Color in the Home” talks and her books, How to Decorate and Recipes for Decorating.

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EDUARDO SAMPERE

RESORT MANAGER, NAVIVA,® A FOUR SEASONS RESORT fourseasons.com A native of Madrid, Eduardo Sampere began his hospitality journey during schooling in Seville, Spain. He then made his way to several properties in Santa Fe, New Mexico, including as vice president of hospitality for Taos Ski Valley. Most recently, he served as managing director of Islas Secas Reserve and Resort, blending luxury and conservation in Panama. Leading the team at Naviva,® he once again combines his two greatest passions: nature and hospitality.

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Chef Sarah Thompson honed her skills at the Culinary Institute of America before establishing herself at several of New York’s most noteworthy restaurants: Michelinstarred Marea, Wylie Dufresne’s Alder, Andrew Carmellini’s Noho Hospitality Group and training with the best Mexican chefs in the world at Daniela Soto-Innes’s Cosme.

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REAL ESTATE | PROPERT Y FEATURE

SKY HIGH STYLE

From a former hotel to an heiress’ final dream, an otherworldly penthouse has an illustrious past — and future

By KIRAN GILL

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erched above The Hamilton, a historic art deco building in the center of Downtown San Francisco, lies an extraordinary penthouse with a sun-drenched solarium that redefines luxury living. The full-floor unit on O’Farrell Street offers an unparalleled combination of classic charm and contemporary elegance, all set against the breathtaking backdrop of 360-degree views that stretch across the city, the bay and beyond.

American architect Albert H. Larsen drew on the “art deco moderne" tradition for the design of the building, opened in 1930 and originally called the Alexander Hamilton Hotel and Apartments.

The building’s structure is defined by its flattened entablature and the geometric upward projections of the roofline that elongate its shape. Egyptian-inspired pilasters, vertical zigzags and decorative cartouches add a touch of old-world glamour. Supposedly, construction consisted of just two components: concrete and steel.

The apartment-hotel featured complete kitchenettes and fullservice staff while boasting close proximity to the bustling theater district. As such, it served as a home away from home for many American actresses, including Vivian Vance, Florence Henderson and Lauren Bacall. In its heyday, the hotel had a barber shop, miniature golf course, coffee terrace, beauty salon, ladies' lounge with a women-only private dining room and a main dining room now used as a ballroom. In the decade following the end of World War II, the hotel fell on trying times and shut its doors in 1960 before reopening a year later as San Francisco’s first condo conversion — with a mod renovation to match.

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The penthouse itself only materialized in 1971, when California heiress Marcia McDonald commandeered four units into one full-floor fantasy on the 21st floor with an exclusive, private-access elevator.

Unfortunately, she never lived in the apartment; upon hearing that her contractor required another $500,000 to complete the project, she boarded up the space. She lived out the rest of her life in two apartments on the 15th floor instead, although her vision did manifest after her death when the penthouse was completed to her specifications.

Arguably McDonald’s greatest contribution to the penthouse is its crown jewel: the solarium, spanning the entire length of the building and flanked by exterior decks. Imported Greek-style columns run the length of the solarium and evoke the atmosphere of a Grecian temple perched atop the bustling city. With an arched glass roof, it provides ample light and levity — the ideal space for leisurely reading a book as the sun sets or whiling the night away with friends and family, especially as the space can accommodate more than 70 guests.

The sun’s rays dance throughout the 3,545-square-foot interior courtesy of the many floor-to-ceiling windows.

The penthouse is divided into three en-suite

bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, a library/office, kitchen, formal living room and dining room.

The living room houses a custom chandelier and a wood-burning fireplace with a white-marble hearth that promises a cozy, inviting ambiance year-round.

Intricate molding adorns the walls, adding a sumptuous air to the space.

The apartment caters to effortless entertaining with a kitchen fine-tuned with professional appliances, including a Thermador induction cooktop, Gaggenau oven, Dacor griddle, LG ThinQ refrigerator and wine refrigerator nestled amongst granite counters and sleek, white cabinets.

The apartment’s period details are accentuated with high-gloss paint and blend seamlessly with the penthouse’s modern amenities, from air-conditioning to an integrated sound system to a luxurious walk-in shower. Meanwhile, the home’s luminous, airy ambiance is grounded with custom wallpaper and light fixtures that root the space in the 21st century.

In addition, with the building’s round-theclock doormen, fitness center and ballroom, this property is more than fit for a modernday heiress or self-made icon.

IN THE 1990s, the building’s residents began the decades-long project of bringing

The Hamilton back to its former art deco glory, including restoring the lobby and elevator banks and installing periodappropriate doors, fireplace, chandeliers, flooring and decorative details. Their work received not only the Art Deco Society of California’s Preservation Award, but also a National American Institute of Architects Award for the building's admirable conservation and preservation practices.

The property’s location gives current residents enviable access to high-end shopping, fine dining and entertainment options alongside the city’s iconic Union Square, Yerba Buena Gardens and Financial District.

With its breathtaking views, evocative design and unmatched location, this oneof-a-kind property offers a lifestyle of unparalleled ease and luxury. The spectacular full-floor penthouse at The Hamilton is more than just a home; it’s a statement — and always has been.

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REAL ESTATE | ON THE M ARKET

EXCEPTIONAL LISTINGS You are invited on a grand tour of lavish real estate listings around the globe, courtesy of Luxury Portfolio

BY EMMA ROSE LORENZEN

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Santa Ynez, California, U.S. | USD $64,500,000 | WEB ID: UCGS

Jávea, Spain | EUR €2,900,000 | WEB ID: EZWU

The Westerly Estate, the crown jewel of Santa Ynez Valley, stands as one of California's most prestigious properties, boasting a Tuscanstyle villa tucked into private, vineyard-laced grounds.

Casa Garrofer embodies modern Ibiza-style living, where sweeping panoramic views of the Mediterranean coast are framed by sunlit interiors and enjoyed from the tranquil infinity pool.

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Brooklyn, New York, U.S. USD $16,995,000 | WEB ID: MSTM

Life imitates art in this Architectural Digest-featured British Regency limestone mansion, where timeless design meets modern opulence in an immersive sensory experience.

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San Miguel de Allende, Mexico | USD $5,500,000 | WEB ID: CTHY

Wagstaffe, Australia | Price upon request | WEB ID: TWQW

To step into Casa Acanto is to enter a lush, tranquil world of exquisite style in the heart of town, with enchanting gardens beckoning from every room of this 18th-century sanctuary.

The “Agave” house redefines the concept of coastal luxury in one of Australia’s most desirable enclaves, embodying truly serene living in the Southern Hemisphere.

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ustainable buildings and biophilia have been growing trends over the past decade, as it has become increasingly important for homeowners and buyers to bring nature as close to home as possible. Simply seeing nature improves mental well-being, contentment and can have positive impacts on the body. Accordingly, architects worldwide have increasingly implemented sustainable design in their work and adapted their ethos to forge a healthier planet — especially apt in urban settings, where green spaces often lose out to concrete.

Living buildings are the epitome of these trends, connecting their occupants directly to nature and making the cities they inhabit healthier and more sustainable.

These structures can be conceived in many different ways, but according to the International Living Future Institute’s Living Building Challenge, they are sustainable in both resource and material use, create a positive impact on their surroundings and enhance the lives of their residents.

These buildings notably improve local air quality and reduce heat both near and within their walls, which, along with their roofs, are often a literal connection to nature covered in vines, shrubs, bushes, trees, flowers and other vegetation.

As a bonus, they are visually striking and dynamic, as the colors of their flora change with the seasons and plants grow more lush as the years pass.

“Often in urban settings, nature is far removed, which is why living buildings stand out from other structures,” says Leonard Ng, country market director in Singapore for global architecture firm Henning Larsen. “Biophilic by design, these structures boost local biodiversity, but they also provide healthier environments for the people inhabiting the space by improving air quality, reducing noise pollution and creating calming environments for communities — all of which enhance mental and physical well-being. Living buildings are also a way of combating the urban heat island effect, an issue that is rapidly changing the way we design our spaces.”

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Many living buildings, such as Bosco Verticale in Milan, have plants growing right from their sides Photo by Dimitar Harizanov, courtesy of Stefano Boeri Architetti

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Singapore has been prioritizing both private and public green space, such as Rifle Range Park, built over a former quarry Photo by Finbarr Fallon, courtesy of Henning Larsen

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Nature is part of daily life for residents of living buildings such as Singapore's Kampung Admiralty Photo by Lim Wei Xiang, courtesy of Henning Larsen

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Singapore has become a leader in incorporating nature within its urban landscape. Numerous living buildings have popped up throughout the city-state and new projects are underway. This is thanks, in part, to the government’s Singapore Green Plan 2030, launched in 2021. One facet of that plan is the City in Nature initiative, which commits to “a green, livable and sustainable home for Singaporeans.” The program aims to add green space to the urban landscape, increasing both climate resilience and quality of life for residents.

Beyond the construction of living buildings, it has expanded the island’s parks and gardens, enhanced care and management of wild animals and created better connectivity between its green spaces with the help of Henning Larsen and other like-minded firms.

“Through different projects, such as the North-South Corridor, Kampung Admiralty and Rifle Range Nature Park, our designs for Singapore consciously aim to bridge nature and urban spaces,” Mr. Ng says. “Through green terraces, facades and corridors, we keep flora and fauna at the center of our design processes, ultimately supporting Singapore’s vision of being a ‘City in Nature.’”

Kampung Admiralty, a mixed-use residential and commercial living building, features an extensive terraced rooftop and 1.2 acres of self-irrigating landscape made up of more than 750 species of flora, 58 tree varieties and 66 kinds of shrubs. “This diversity not only sustains a variety of local plant and animal life,

but also contributes to ecological services such as air purification, temperature regulation and stormwater management,” Mr. Ng says. “The abundance of greenery provides a calming environment for the community while also providing a naturally cooling effect for the urban surroundings.”

Unsurprisingly, maintaining a skyscraper like Kampung Admiralty is a challenge, met by constructing buildings that truly are alive, functioning as their own self-sustaining ecosystems, similar to a terrarium or ant farm. How that works varies based on the structure, location, plants and the plants’ placement on the building. Top concerns are ensuring adequate sunlight and correctly irrigating moisture to keep plants watered while simultaneously preventing mold.

“Utilizing the site’s terraced orientation, the system collects, cleanses and stores stormwater to be reused as irrigation, ultimately allowing for more than 1 million gallons of tap water to be conserved each year,” Mr. Ng says of how Kampung Admiralty accomplishes this feat. “Vegetated filters, rain chains and a ‘rain garden’ collect and filter 45 percent of site catchment before sending it to a rainwater harvesting tank, from which it is redistributed throughout the building for irrigation.

Any excess is discharged into the eco-pond at ground level. The eco-pond collects overflow water and recirculates it through natural plant filters, creating a microhabitat for animal life that inhabits the space.”

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Such projects do not take just their human occupants into consideration.

Another building of Henning Larsen’s, the Biotope offices in Lille, France, features access to outdoor space on every level through various balconies, skybridges and rooftop gardens. Its natural setting has made it an idyllic home for a number of birds native to the region. “With plants and animals identified as target users of the space, too, Biotope features terraced gardens, balconies and bridges for over 65 species of plants,” Mr. Ng says.

“The serpentine structure is completed with nesting boxes, collected rainwater and fertile substrates.”

Adapting to the colder climate in Copenhagen, Henning Larsen developed Nordø, a collection of residential and office buildings that feature green walls, rooftop terraces, hideaways and gardens.

“It is designed for the Nordic climates: harsh winds, cold temperatures and salt from the sea,” Mr. Ng says. “The facade features plants with two different sets of qualities, some for their year-round aesthetic value and others that can host as many as 132 different native insects. By combining both flora types, the facade accommodates the need for both an aesthetically appealing solution and one that promotes biodiversity.

Paired with a hydraulic buffer capacity, which collects rainwater from the roof, it ensures that water is continuously accessible, maintaining year-round plant life.”

Further tying into its natural surroundings, glass windows are wellplaced for abundant daylight and to make the most of the harbor views. Meanwhile, residents enjoy direct access to kayaking or swimming in the Baltic Sea. While futurefacing, the buildings maintain a connection to Copenhagen’s architectural history with red-brown brick exteriors and industrial design elements.

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Commercial buildings, such as France's Biotope, offer office workers daily access to fresh air and wildlife

A building's plant life can be chosen to fit any climate, as seen in Nordø in Copenhagen

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Living buildings, such as Bosco Verticale in Milan, create a striking picture against their urban backdrops

Historic buildings, such as this Brooklyn townhome, can be retrofitted with systems that allow plants to thrive on their walls

Plant life takes over even the balconies at Biotope in France

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Meanwhile, in Milan, a living building has become a standout structure in the city’s skyline. Bosco Verticale (Vertical Forest) is characterized by its overhanging balconies made up of trees and other vegetation. Meant to be home to both humans and birds, architecture firm Stefano Boeri Architetti incorporated a brown facade beneath and in between the building’s vegetation to mimic the appearance of tree bark. The structure combats urban sprawl, incorporating roughly 18.5 miles of woodland on its outer walls, inhabited by more than 1,600 species of birds and butterflies. An ever-changing landmark, the colors of its foliage mark seasonal and weather conditions.

Bosco Verticale’s irrigation system is solar-powered, pulling groundwater to maintain the building’s plants. The building’s structure also cools the interior, reduces noise pollution and purifies the air for its residents and wider community.

Despite its self-sustainability, however, it is partially man-managed by a green version of window cleaners. Called “flying gardeners,” a team of arborist-climbers use mountaineering techniques to prune the plants and check on their health for potential substitution or removal.

EVEN EXISTING BUILDINGS can be transformed into greener versions, as done with a historic brownstone in Brooklyn.

Living walls company Eco Brooklyn brought the exterior of the townhome to life by retrofitting its walls for plants to grow.

The irrigation system works similarly to the other structures, conserving water in a way that keeps the plants hydrated and healthy.

“The two main considerations are water and light,” says Gennaro Brooks-Church, Eco Brooklyn’s founder. “In determining which plants to use, we consider whether a building faces north or south and whether it receives a high or low amount of light.

That’s really the key point. When you’re dealing with biophilia, you’re dealing with connections, how one thing affects the other as you create a living environment.

There’s movement and there’s elements like air and sun and water — you really need to understand how the different connections are made.”

This lesson, Mr. Brooks-Church points out, is taken straight from nature’s book.

“Nature is a bunch of interconnecting organisms working in harmony,” he says.

“Connections with the environment are, after all, what living buildings are all about, reintroducing nature to city dwellers and breathing new life into the manmade.”

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In authentic architecture, context dictates design as much as form and function

By STUART ROUGH Global head of architecture, Broadway Malyan 28

rchitecture is not just about creating buildings; it is about crafting places and spaces that coexist harmoniously with their surroundings. The best designs transcend function and aesthetics, becoming part of the environment they inhabit. By focusing on the surrounding environment, architects create structures that are not only visually striking, but also deeply connected to their locale.

This involves an in-depth study of the physical and cultural environment in which the building will exist. The colors of the landscape, terrain, weather patterns, local flora and fauna, and neighboring structures — all of these factors inform the design.

Understanding this context is essential, as it provides the framework within which the building must function and thrive.

For example, the natural terrain and climate can significantly influence a building’s orientation and layout. A building on a hillside may need to be terraced, while one in a region with heavy rainfall might require elevated foundations. Similarly, architects must consider how a structure’s materials will age under local weather conditions or how its presence might impact the surrounding wildlife.

Even the historical background matters: What buildings stood here before and what stories did they tell? By engaging with these layers, architects can create designs that feel authentic and rooted in their location.

The surroundings of a project dictate not only the overall design, but also specific features and materials. A building’s orientation may be adjusted to maximize sunlight or to frame particular views.

Material choices often reflect the local palette, with architects opting for stone, wood or other resources native to the area.

In doing so, the architecture becomes a reflection of its setting, amplifying its connection to the environment.

Context-sensitive design also fosters sustainability. By understanding the natural elements of a site, architects can reduce energy consumption through passive design strategies, such as optimizing ventilation, shading and natural light.

This holistic approach not only benefits the environment, but also enhances the user experience, creating spaces that are comfortable and inspiring.

NAMA, a branded residence development near the coast in Carcavelos, Portugal, is a prime example of architecture responding to its environment. Located in a picturesque town near Lisbon, the project’s design reflects the coastal vernacular while

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embracing modernity. The orientation of the apartments maximizes views along the coast to the east and ensures optimal sunlight throughout the day.

The building’s contemporary white facade captures the unique quality of light that defines the Portuguese coastline.

Architect Richard Meier’s observation that “white buildings make you more aware of the colors of nature” rings especially true here.

The white surfaces amplify the lush greenery within the site and highlight the vibrant blue of the nearby ocean. This thoughtful integration creates a residence that feels intrinsically tied to its coastal surroundings.

In stark contrast to the serene coastline of Carcavelos, the CIBIS Business Park in Jakarta, Indonesia, sits within one of the world’s most densely populated cities. Yet this multitower business park has been designed as a green oasis, responding to its tropical environment. The design draws inspiration from the Javanese planning concept of alunalun, a traditional town square that serves as the heart of civic life. At its center stands a Banyan tree — a revered symbol of power and success in Javanese culture.

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The park’s tropical landscape and public spaces are integral to its identity, offering respite from the urban density. The design of the buildings themselves incorporates traditional Javanese patterns and forms, while the materiality reflects the textures and tones of the region. By embedding cultural and environmental elements into the design, CIBIS Business Park becomes more than a workspace; it becomes a celebration of Jakarta’s heritage and natural beauty.

YOO HOUSE, a private residence in the United Kingdom, demonstrates how architecture can flow effortlessly into its natural surroundings. Nestled within a tranquil woodland, the home’s design is inspired by clean, modern architecture, yet remains deeply connected to its setting.

The horizontal layout of the house contrasts with the verticality of the surrounding trees, creating a visual dialogue between the structure and the forest.

Constructed primarily from timber, Yoo House extends seamlessly into the woodland, with large glass panels allowing the home to integrate with its environment.

The restrained use of materials ensures that the architecture does not overpower the natural beauty of the site. Instead, the design enhances the serenity of the woodland, creating a peaceful retreat that feels like an extension of the forest.

In a world increasingly shaped by rapid urbanization and environmental challenges, the importance of designing with context in mind cannot be overstated. Projects like NAMA, CIBIS Business Park and Yoo House demonstrate that architecture rooted in its setting can create spaces that are both beautiful and meaningful. By blending with their surroundings rather than competing with them, these structures foster a sense of place and belonging that respects and enhances their environment.

They also remind us of the vital role architecture plays in shaping our connection to the world around us.

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NAMA in Portugal showcases a modern approach to coastal design

CIBIS in Indonesia draws inspiration from traditional Javanese culture and motifs

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The restraint of Yoo House in the U.K. ensures its connection with the forest

The white exterior of NAMA plays up its lush, coastal surrounds

All images courtesy of Broadway Malyan

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Manalapan, FL, USA USD $150,000,000 WILLIAM RAVEIS REAL ESTATE Jack Elkins — +1 561 247 2165 jack.elkins@raveis.com Search NSTA on luxuryportfolio.com

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Magnificent Manalapan Balinese-inspired, 2.83-acre, 34,498-square-foot, resort-style estate with 300-plus feet of water frontage from ocean to the Intracoastal. Recently upgraded with a movie room, library, wine room, lounges and more. Designed by Marc-Michaels Interior Design, fully furnished and turnkey. Features five oceanfront suites, three garden suites, guesthouse, chef’s kitchen, mega bar, spa wing, movie theater, exotic car lounge, garages for 10 cars, smart-home controls, state-of-the-art security, private dock and lavish outdoor spaces.

Minutes from Nobu Manalapan and Eau Hotel.

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Aspen, CO, USA USD $60,000,000 SLIFER SMITH & FRAMPTON REAL ESTATE Liz Leeds — +1 970 331 1806 lleeds@slifer.net Search PONO on luxuryportfolio.com

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Step into Aspen’s rich history with this stunning home in the heart of town. Once a renowned restaurant serving the Kennedys, it has been transformed into a private ski chalet. This charming property boasts a 2,585-square-foot rooftop deck, six bedrooms, gourmet kitchen, spacious living areas, private game room, parking and breathtaking ski-mountain views. Nestled in nature yet steps from world-class dining, slopes and art galleries, it blends history with modern luxury.

Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of Aspen’s legacy!

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Colombier, Saint Barthélemy USD $59,000,000 SIBARTH REAL ESTATE Zarek Honneysett — +590 590 298891 estates@sibarthrealestate.com Search QQIW on luxuryportfolio.com

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In the very private setting of “Les Etoiles” overlooking Colombier, this rare residence offers splendid views of the Caribbean Sea, magical tropical sunsets and the islands of Saba and St. Eustatius on the horizon. With almost two acres of land located in a beautiful subdivision of villas, privacy reigns here. Domaine de Vignette features a main villa, a guest bungalow and a caretaker’s house.

Park City, UT, USA USD $28,000,000 WINDERMERE REAL ESTATE — SOUTHWEST Gretchen Hudgens — +1 435 901 1015 gretchen@wincre.com Search YVGJ on luxuryportfolio.com

The Washington School House, built in 1889 and meticulously reimagined, blends historic elegance with modern luxury in the heart of Park City. This 12,000-square-foot landmark offers 12 beautifully appointed rooms, including a penthouse suite. Antique furnishings, original artworks and bespoke amenities enhance the space. Features include expansive living and dining areas, a refined ski lounge and a lavish outdoor retreat. Just steps from Main Street and ski access, it’s perfect for a boutique hotel or private residence.

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St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands USD $30,000,000 SEA GLASS PROPERTIES Nick Vanassche — +1 340 998 7023 nick@seaglassproperties.com

The Waterfront Estate offers a one-of-a-kind experience across its nine-acre property, featuring four homes, 18 bedrooms, two infinity pools and 25,490 square feet of luxury across 11 parcels. Tropical walkways connect the homes, with two waterfront villas offering direct ocean access.

The main villa’s elegant furnishings and unique architecture evoke nostalgia and grandeur. Enjoy a 50-foot beach and 80-foot dock as well.

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Palm Beach, FL, USA

Santa Ana, Costa Rica

USD $25,000,000

USD $22,000,000

WILLIAM RAVEIS REAL ESTATE Rachel Shapiro — +1 646 285 1763 rachel.shapiro@raveis.com

LX COSTA RICA Clari Vega — +506 8824 1903 clari@lxcostarica.com

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Veltheim, Switzerland Price upon request WALDE IMMOBILIEN AG Mattia Bonasso — +41 44 396 60 30 mattia.bonasso@walde.ch Search CXKC on luxuryportfolio.com

Wildenstein Castle, first mentioned in 1301, is a majestic estate in the municipality of Veltheim in the canton of Aargau, Switzerland.

The property’s area covers 12,013 square meters, with magnificent gardens and an impressive usable living space of around 2,100 square meters spread over 63 rooms.

The castle has been extensively renovated, preserving its historic charm while combining with modern amenities.

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Chalkidiki, Greece €20,000,000 JK PROPERTY & YACHTING Katsoulaki Daniela — +30 693 4969696 info@jkproperty.gr

This seaside villa in Halkidiki’s Lagomandra offers an exquisite escape with a rich array of amenities. It’s a luxurious and spacious property that comprises five bedrooms and five bathrooms, ensuring ample accommodation for residents and guests alike.

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Palm Beach, FL, USA

Lesa, Italy

USD $17,500,000

€12,000,000

WILLIAM RAVEIS REAL ESTATE Jack Elkins — +1 561 247 2165 jack.elkins@raveis.com

STRESA LUXURY REAL ESTATE Papurello Francesco — +39 032332737 info@stresa.biz

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The villa development Aqua, with an approved building permit, is the epitome of luxury. It is located in a quiet villa neighborhood in the taxfriendly area of Weggis. With a total land area of 1,013 square meters, a living space of 465 square meters and 8.5 rooms, luxury is taken to the next level. You also have the opportunity to select all materials and components for the interior design. In the showroom, you can immerse yourself in the world of luxury and choose the features you want to enjoy in your villa. Experience the highest level of luxurious living.

Weggis, Switzerland Price upon request NOBILIS ESTATE AG Daniela Doychinova — +41 44 266 60 39 doychinova@nobilis-estate.com Search FJPB on luxuryportfolio.com

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Park City, UT, USA USD $14,000,000 WINDERMERE REAL ESTATE — SOUTHWEST K. Drury/J. Weinstein — +1 435 640 6025 kimberly@wincre.com Search ONAU on luxuryportfolio.com

Exclusivity, elegance and adventure await you.

Nestled in The Colony at White Pine Canyon, this luxurious mountain-contemporary estate offers unparalleled ski-in/ski-out access to Park City Resort. Step directly onto the slopes with access to the Showcase run and Tombstone lift, ensuring endless days of untracked powder and an extended ski season with daily first tracks. The home features breathtaking ski run, mountain and valley views, an expansive living area and generous outdoor spaces, all just a six-minute drive from The Colony gatehouse.

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Engelberg, Switzerland Price upon request NOBILIS ESTATE AG Daniela Doychinova — +41 44 266 60 39 doychinova@nobilis-estate.com Search YJCK on luxuryportfolio.com

The exclusive Villa Glacier, built in 2025 in Engelberg, offers stunning views. The alpine design of this spacious home blends perfectly with nature, resembling a falcon’s nest, symbolizing strength and elegance.

The exterior design flows seamlessly into the interior, creating a beautiful contrast. The villa features high-quality materials, spacious rooms and large windows that showcase breathtaking views — the perfect combination of luxury, comfort and natural beauty.

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Whistler, Canada CAD $19,500,000 THE WHISTLER REAL ESTATE CO. LTD. John Ryan — +1 604 932 7670 teamjr@wrec.com Search PXLQ on luxuryportfolio.com

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Expansive, sophisticated spaces unfold seamlessly under timber frames, with artistic finishes and natural aesthetics from this ski-access residence. Masterfully executed by an extraordinary team of designers and craftsmen, the residence embraces the mountain landscape and is designed to host; gather in front of the gold leaf-surrounded contemporary fireplace, entertain in the ski lodge-inspired family room or unwind on the grand patio by the pool and hot tub while taking in mountain and lake views. Located in the exclusive Kadenwood neighborhood, this residence offers the convenience of a private gondola, biking, hiking and ski access trails, all within close proximity of Creekside and Whistler Village. TA rental zoning allows for nightly rentals.

Perched above the pristine sand and surf of Pakiri Beach, this north-facing luxury lodge blends harmoniously with its surroundings.

This extraordinary architectural home, built from stone, cedar and copper, offers six bedrooms, eight bathrooms and direct beachfront access, providing a truly exclusive lifestyle experience.

Northland, New Zealand Price upon request BARFOOT & THOMPSON James Doole — +64 21 666 938 j.doole@barfoot.co.nz Search QGJI on luxuryportfolio.com

Quogue, NY, USA

New Canaan, CT, USA

USD $12,999,000

USD $12,989,000

WILLIAM RAVEIS REAL ESTATE Frank Malagon — +1 516 380 7084 frank.malagon@raveis.com

WILLIAM RAVEIS REAL ESTATE Ileana Barns-Slavin — +1 203 246 7215 illeana.barns-slavin@raveis.com

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Basel, Switzerland Price upon request NOBILIS ESTATE AG David Hauptmann — +41 44 266 60 39 hauptmann@nobilis-estate.com

This beautiful, neo-baroque villa from the 1970s is very well maintained and has a great location in the city of Basel. It features a beautiful garden. The land size is 1,904 square meters. The property could be used as a business headquarters, boutique hotel, foundation headquarters, private residence or multi-family home.

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Millbrook, NY, USA

Miami, FL, USA

USD $12,995,000

USD $12,900,000

HOULIHAN LAWRENCE G. Langa/O. Brown — +1 845 242 6314 glanga@houlihanlawrence.com

CERVERA REAL ESTATE Nickel Goeseke — +1 646 623 3052 nickel@cervera.com

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Meggen, Switzerland

Glencoe, IL, USA

CHF 10,900,000

USD $12,000,000

DORIS BADER IMMOBILIEN Doris Bader Immobilien — +41 41 418 08 08 info@domba.ch

@PROPERTIES CHRISTIE’S INTERNATIONAL REAL ESTATE Grace Sergio — +1 312 882 7653 sergiobanks@atproperties.com

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Naples, FL, USA

Rye, NY, USA

USD $11,950,000

USD $11,750,000

WILLIAM RAVEIS REAL ESTATE Nandy Miller — +1 239 248 4414 nandy.miller@raveis.com

HOULIHAN LAWRENCE D. McElwee/S. McElwee — +1 914 282 3274 dmcelwee@houlihanlawrence.com

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Toronto, Canada CAD $16,800,000 HARVEY KALLES REAL ESTATE Elise Kalles — +1 416 441 2888 ekalles@harveykalles.com Search TMVU on luxuryportfolio.com

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Experience the pinnacle of luxury living in this two-year-new Forest Hill masterpiece. The home boasts a traditional carved-stone exterior with a modern interior that is both elegant and functional. Inside, enjoy 12-foot ceilings on the main and upper levels, Sony audio system with Bosch speakers and premium finishes throughout. A wealth of floor-to-ceiling and wall-to-wall windows allow natural light to freely cascade, creating an ambiance of spacious flow.

Luxury, 10,560-square-foot, waterfront mansion on prime West Lake Road, Canandaigua Lake. Located in New York State’s Finger Lakes wine country, this stunning home features seven bedrooms, eight full and three half bathrooms and 257 feet of waterfront. Designed by architect Jack Sigrist, it boasts breathtaking lake views, a gourmet and caterer’s kitchen, a private owner’s wing and a guest wing. Amenities include a library, theater, wine cellar, workout studio and smart-home system. Outside, enjoy a boathouse, guesthouse, patios and wooded privacy.

Canandaigua, NY, USA USD $10,500,000 HOWARD HANNA REAL ESTATE SERVICES Holly Creek — +1 585 400 4000 hollycreek@howardhanna.com Search SXVU on luxuryportfolio.com

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Dublin, Ireland €11,000,000 COLLIERS DUBLIN Catherine O’Connor — +353 1 6333764 catherine.oconnor@colliers.com Search ATQO on luxuryportfolio.com

An outstanding property, Melfort is a superb, Edwardian-period, city residence of elegant proportions surrounded by extensive, private, manicured gardens of 0.7 acres, including a mini orchard. Shrewsbury Road is in the heart of prime Ballsbridge, a wide, leafy, treelined avenue where diplomatic residences are historically located, including various embassies and ambassador residences.

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Naples, FL, USA

Casey Key, FL, USA

USD $10,750,000

USD $10,750,000

WILLIAM RAVEIS REAL ESTATE J. Craft/J. Poulos — +1 617 320 8253 jim.craft@raveis.com

MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY Kim Ogilvie — +1 941 376 1717 kimogilvie@michaelsaunders.com

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Resting on the grounds of the original Van Dusen summer cottage on the shores of Lake Minnetonka, the Forever Estate blends French provincial charm with countryside cottage allure, creating a truly distinctive masterpiece designed to stand the test of time.

Excelsior, MN, USA USD $10,000,000 EDINA REALTY HOME SERVICES EXCEPTIONAL PROPERTIES DIVISION Andrew Wolf — +1 952 451 8161 andrewwolf@edinarealty.com Search OLDQ on luxuryportfolio.com Luxury Portfolio Magazine || 49

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LUXURY An eco-friendly “earth house” in Switzerland brings the meaning of home back to its roots

By AMELIA BOO

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here is profound magic in the concept of an earth house, where the built environment blends seamlessly — dare say, organically — with the natural one; a rarity in modern times, and a true luxury at that.

In a world where humans know few bounds and limitations rarely exist for where or when we populate any given part of the planet, save for a small handful of dauntingly remote locales we have yet to conquer, many of us Homo sapiens have strayed from our species’ fundamental connection to the natural world. The roots of our origin story have been lost to a narrative of technological innovation that catapulted us to new heights — even outer space — yet has strayed further and further away from our humble, natural beginnings: Earth.

We patter away on titanium laptops, shrouded in blue light from glowing screens — our 21st-century sun — in steel-and-glass skyscrapers surrounded by great plains of concrete, not a patch of grass in sight.

There is no less natural a lifestyle than that of the average human in the year 2025.

For as far as we have collectively evolved over the past several-hundred-thousand years, we are doing ourselves an unnatural disservice by taking our dwellings to literal and proverbial new heights. Insert the earth house: an organic antidote to our all-toomodern ailments.

Earth houses, shelters constructed of natural materials, date back as far as humankind. One of the oldest forms of habitation, these houses paint an interesting picture of domestic life. Priorities of our early ancestors mirror our contemporary needs for the dwellings we now call home: shelter from the elements, space to gather and reconnect with our family units and a safe place to rest and restore.

Preeminent houses reflected the various conditions of their environments.

Structures were crafted using readily available materials, with different regions developing different archetypes based on local climate. It is in earth homes that we see the early foundations of architecture, rooted in a fundamental connection to nature.

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In arid environments, such as the American Southwest, early Puebloan communities created homes from sun-dried mud bricks, now commonly known as adobe architecture. Turf structures, found in cold yet moist environments like in Iceland, were developed when thick insulation was necessary to retain and maintain heat.

Layers of sod aided those efforts. Where clay, sand and straw were prevalent in sub-Saharan Africa and parts of central Asia and Europe, “cob” structures were molded by hand. And in many parts of the globe, such as China, dense mixtures of compacted soil mixed with gravel formed sturdy walls, now referred to as rammed earth architecture.

While the use of earth buildings steadily declined into the Industrial Revolution in the 18th century thanks to the rise of manufactured materials, such as concrete and brick, sustainable construction made a resurgence just about 200 years later, first piquing the interest of a select few.

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of working against their natural landscape, Swiss architects chose to work with it.

Visionaries of this era, such as bio-architect Peter Vetsch, melded the convenient comforts of contemporary living with the perpetual beauty of the Earth. They sought to create home structures that were not just aesthetically pleasing, but responsible for ecological well-being.

These earth houses integrate directly into their natural landscape as opposed to standing apart from their environment.

Organic materials, such as soil and vegetation, act as both insulation and other core structural components, and design features. This fusion of form and function conjures built environments that feel as if they have always belonged to the land which they inhabit.

Building such a house requires meticulous planning and innovation. The defining feature — the earthen roof — is a living ecosystem composed of layers of soil, vegetation and drainage systems. This roof is carefully engineered to support the significant weight of the soil and plants while ensuring proper water management to prevent seepage. Beneath this living layer, the home itself often features curving walls

and organic shapes, mirroring the natural contours of the surrounding terrain.

The curved architecture of an earth house is not merely an aesthetic choice; it is a practical one. Rounded designs distribute pressure more evenly, making the structure stronger and more durable. Inside, these curves create a cozy, flowing atmosphere where every non-corner feels both intimate and expansive.

Earth house design, like that in Dietikon, Switzerland, offers so much more than meets the eye. While admirers may notice the homes’ readily apparent harmony with nature, the structures also offer practical, sustainable advantages to their inhabitants and their communities.

Roofs and walls composed of layers of organic material like dirt and greenery form natural insulation, in turn maintaining temperatures inside regardless of climate shifts outside. With less temperature regulation necessary, energy consumption is significantly reduced and, to the earth house dweller’s delight, so is the cost of heating and cooling. Carbon dioxide emissions are cut drastically as well, making earth homes a sustainable choice for those who are environmentally conscious.

“This home is energy-efficient, with excellent insulation that maintains a comfortable temperature year round,” explains David Hauptmann, listing agent of the house in Dietikon. “It’s also costeffective, offering significant savings over time. The design prioritizes privacy and is truly unique, blending art and functionality in every detail. Outside, you’ll find beautiful garden areas, with multiple garden spots around the property and an additional rooftop garden that adds to the overall charm and serenity.”

WHAT SETS THIS earth house in Dietikon apart is its ability to blur the boundaries between indoor and outdoor living. The roof above is alive with green grass and vibrant wildflowers, a habitat that thrives under the Swiss sun. Beneath your feet, the soil provides insulation, while nature hums with life around you.

From the gentle rustle of leaves to the scent of fresh earth after a rain, every element of the home is designed to celebrate and enhance its natural surroundings.

“This home connects with nature... featuring beautiful plants that blend seamlessly with the surroundings,” Mr. Hauptmann continues. “Additionally, the lush, green roof enhances the natural aesthetic, offering a perfect harmony between the home and its environment.”

Earth houses are more than architectural case studies — they are vessels for rediscovering humanity’s innately intertwined connection to nature. Living in an earth house fosters a profound awareness of the environment. It reconnects to a simpler, more intentional way of living, where luxury is defined not just by comfort, but by the privilege of coexisting with nature.

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Only 375 of the P1 supercar were released, just shy of 50 years after founder Bruce McLaren raced in the 1967 Formula 1 French Grand Prix

The make-it-happen mindset of its famed founder continues to motivate every move at British automaker McLaren

By ZACH JAMES

Bottom image via LAT Images/Motorsport Images/Getty Images; top image courtesy of McLaren Automotive

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ince the invention of the automobile in the late 1880s, racing them has been a popular source of competition and engineering innovation. Bruce McLaren, the late founder of McLaren, was born in 1937, some 50 years after vehicles first hit the road, in a place with a surprisingly car-centric culture: Auckland, New Zealand.

Bruce grew up overcoming multiple hurdles, including the Great Depression, World War II and a personal battle with Perthes disease, a hip disorder that left his left leg shorter than his right. At a young age, Bruce took an interest in cars and racing, as many in Auckland had at that time; before the war, New Zealand sported the second-most cars per capita, behind the U.S. Bruce entered his first race at the age of 14 in 1952, driving a vintage Austin Seven Ulster model that he had restored himself. He won the amateur event, marking the beginning of an illustrious career in motorsports.

Over the course of the next six years, he showed enough promise to turn pro, competing in various local club leagues and the thennew Formula 2 league, a lower-level series under the Formula 1

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umbrella. While racing in the 1958 New Zealand Grand Prix, he was noticed by F1 champion Jack Brabham, who subsequently recruited Bruce for the Cooper F1 team in England.

Soon after, Bruce won the 1959 United States Grand Prix, becoming the youngest F1 champion ever at the age of 22. The record would stand for nearly 45 years, finally broken by Fernando Alonso in 2003. Bruce would continue winning events over the next six years as a member of the Cooper team, though he had been working on his own venture during that span. In 1963, he founded Bruce McLaren Motor Racing Ltd., now known as simply McLaren, working as an engineer, racer and executive, entrenching him in every aspect of the startup.

“In our headquarters, we have one of my favorite pictures of Bruce, where he has a broom in his hand and is sweeping up the workshop,” says Nicolas Brown, president of the Americas at McLaren Automotive. “That is something that’s quite inspiring, and it fits to the ethos of modern-day McLaren, in that everyone is really hands on. It’s a very lean and entrepreneurial team, with everyone wearing many hats, and Bruce really embodied that.”

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Bruce, seen here at the 1965 French Grand Prix, raced for the Cooper Formula 1 team before starting his own

McLaren’s design of the M7A led to massive success for Bruce and other drivers on his team

Bruce, shown here working on his M2B Ford with his team before their debut race, was always hands on

Photo by Rainer Schlegelmilch, via Motorsport Images/Getty Images

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The McLaren team entered F1 competition in the summer of 1966, with the organization struggling to find success for a while due to various logistical and mechanical issues drawn from utilizing modified versions of other manufacturers’ vehicles. Bruce recruited famed designer Robin Herd to help remedy the team’s racing woes and the pair worked together to create the McLaren M7A, its first proprietary race car, beginning the company’s lineage of on-track success. Over the next three years, the team would dominate, taking home four Grand Prix trophies and landing on the podium for 12 other contests.

The team got off to a hot start during the 1970 season, placing second in two of the first three contests. Just days before the fourth event of the season, the Belgian Grand Prix, Bruce would die while testing McLaren’s latest track car, the M8D. The vehicle’s rear bodywork separated from the frame, causing it to destabilize and sending the then-32-year-old spinning off the track. For some companies, unexpectedly losing their beloved founder while in their operational infancy would serve as a crushing blow, but not so for McLaren.

“After he passed in that tragic accident at Goodwood, everyone was devastated,” Mr. Brown states. “The decision was made to give everyone [the opportunity] to take [time] off so that they could grieve, but the next day, literally every single person showed up to work. Retrospectively, when some of those individuals were asked, ‘Why did you come back in?’ they said, ‘That’s what Bruce would have wanted.’ To create that type of mindset and passion, the entire team has to be on the same page and be equally as motivated and believing in the overall vision he created.”

Bruce continues to leave a lasting legacy on the sport and the automotive sector in general. Now, McLaren races in F1, Formula E, Extreme E, IndyCar and on the digital track through its gaming division, finding great success in the 55 years since his untimely passing.

“I think Bruce McLaren’s legacy is an inspiration to everyone within the motorsport community,” says Christian Lundgaard, an IndyCar driver for the McLaren Arrow team. “What he achieved through his determination still stands to this day. To represent him and his race team is a true honor and something I do not take lightly.

“It was quite a first experience for me at Sonoma Raceway for the Velocity Invitational, where I went from never having driven a McLaren to driving a McLaren Senna alongside my new teammates,” Mr. Lundgaard adds. “It was a special memory that I will hold for a long time.”

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After Bruce’s passing, McLaren continued to dominate the racing world for two more decades, culminating in the 1988 season, where the team would win 15 of 16 races. Following this massive success, then-CEO Ron Dennis floated the idea of expanding into consumer cars, pitching the idea as a way to beat its top competitor, Ferrari, on and off the track.

To achieve this feat, the company quickly recruited Gordon Murray, a renowned designer of Formula 1 vehicles, to create the first concepts for McLaren’s road debut. The McLaren F1 was unveiled in 1992, realizing one of the lifelong aspirations of the company’s founder.

“It was also Bruce’s dream to produce road cars and, although he did build some prototypes, some of which are still in existence today, he was never able to see that dream come to fruition,” Mr. Brown says. “But, ultimately, the brand and the legacy of the brand delivered that for him in the 1990s with the McLaren F1.”

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The automaker’s inaugural consumer offering was named after the racing league where McLaren had made its biggest cultural mark up to that point. Its supercars are crafted in extremely limited numbers, a tradition that started with the F1 — only 106 models were made during its six-year production run. Bruce’s touch can be found throughout the incredibly rare release, as it was the fastest road car available at the time, taking on the design and performance ethos of McLaren’s competitive creations dating back to the 1960s.

Through the years, the company has continued to create consumer car magic with a variety of models, including its famous convertible Spiders, and in 2013 it unveiled the F1’s successor, the P1. With the P1’s release, McLaren became one of the first to bring a hybrid supercar to market, pushing automotive innovation and design forward alongside efficient performance. Just 375 units were produced during its two-year window.

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Now, a little over a decade later, the automaker is bracing for its next engineering achievement to come into the hands of the public. In October 2024, a hybrid evolution of the F1 and P1 featuring a new supercharged, twin-turbo V8 engine was revealed. Called the W1, only 399 of the topend sports car will be produced, with all of them already spoken for; each unit started at $2.1 million.

Bruce’s inspiration can still be felt in the new release, as its design takes from the Formula 1 team’s advances in aerodynamics.

Its performance under the hood is similarly derived from the motorsports division, resulting in McLaren’s fastest-accelerating street-legal road car ever, going from zero to 60 miles per hour in 2.7 seconds. It can also reach speeds of up to 220 miles per hour, a velocity electronically limited by the vehicle’s onboard computer for safety purposes.

Though McLaren is currently locked in on maintaining a successful launch for the W1, it is also looking forward to the future, which may lie in fully electric supercars.

“OUR FUTURE, it’s really what our customers want and making sure that we stay true to the core of the brand,” Mr. Brown

says. “That’s building visceral and emotional supercars that have the McLaren core DNA, which revolves around lightweight engineering and building vehicles that are very much engaged with the road. We are very focused on a three-pronged approach: continuing to develop [internal combustion engine] powertrains for efficiency, expanding our hybrid offerings with the V6 that we currently have and our all-new V8 in the W1, and then exploring the potential of a pure EV.” McLaren was founded with the track in mind, but the road at its heart. While Bruce was never able to bring his mechanical creations to market during his short time behind the wheel of life, his legacy lives on in the groundbreaking work of the company he created more than 60 years ago, his name forever tied to high-level motorsports and the automotive industry.

“To do something well is so worthwhile that to die trying to do it better cannot be foolhardy,” Bruce wrote following the death of teammate Timmy Mayer in 1965. “It would be a waste of life to do nothing with one’s ability, for I feel that life is measured in achievement, not in years alone.”

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Christian Lundgaard drives for the group’s IndyCar team, one of several expansions into other races All images on this page courtesy of McLaren Automotive and McLaren Racing

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DESIGN | COLUMN

Unconventional paint choices can truly transform a space

By JOA STUDHOLME, color curator, Farrow & Ball

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arrow & Ball has defined the color choices of generations by producing the highest quality paint in innovative hues, and each new color is still meticulously researched to reflect the company’s unique heritage. I am immensely privileged — and proud — to have the task of creating and naming new colors.

Of course, the colors are the center of our world, but their names have become equally iconic, bringing them to life and conveying their essence.

Our fabulous encyclopedia of colors and patterns is constantly evolving for a modern audience, and right now we are seeing a definite turn to deeply pigmented, slightly muted tones that feel like they come from the past. Deep earth tones, like Etruscan Red and Broccoli Brown, clay shades, like Marmelo and Naperon, and deep, down-to-earth greens, such as Dibber and Reduced Green, are drawn from our fondest memories and are being enjoyed by contemporary interior designers, homeowners and used in the restoration of historic interiors.

Color is one of the greatest forms of self-expression, and the possibilities are myriad. It is not only a visual pleasure, but a powerful tool for transforming spaces, and the way we use it to enhance our homes has drastically changed over the last decade.

Color is now being used in amazingly imaginative ways, and I spend an inordinate amount of time explaining that the shade of your ceiling will have a huge effect on the overall feel of a room, to forgo predictable white trim and to forget the concept of painting between the baseboard and the molding altogether. Colors are also used in even more daring combinations and in a mix of finishes, with Dead Flat being used alongside Full Gloss on a regular basis — very often split across the same wall.

All the rules have been torn up, much to my glee, and I try to show people that the smallest amounts of color used in unusual ways can transform a space from ordinary to extraordinary.

The most important aspects to consider in your own color choices are when and how you use a room along with the light conditions.

Color can appear to alter the proportions of a room visually, effectively changing its size and shape. It is always tempting to turn to light colors for small, dark spaces, but this generally results in a dull, visually unappetizing room. Although a strong color might seem counterintuitive, the results can be wonderfully theatrical and much more exciting than any attempt to create light by painting a room white. Conversely, large, light rooms are best celebrated with lighter tones, which might lead to glimpses of intriguing darker colors in smaller, adjacent rooms.

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MANY OF US feel the need to create personal havens as a backdrop to our individual ways of life, and it makes sense to use lighter colors in the rooms we use during the day and stronger colors to retreat to at night. In this way, we celebrate the natural light and distinguish our working days from our relaxing evenings.

Using the same color on both walls and trim makes a space feel both tranquil and impactful, so is a firm favorite with contemporary decorators. When a single color is used, a room suddenly feels bigger, because having no contrast means that you are less aware of the confines of the space — and it also magically connects the interior with the exterior when there isn’t an additional color on the window trim.

In my role as a color consultant for Farrow & Ball, I travel all over the world guiding people on the use of color.

Thankfully, and colorfully, we all like different things — beauty continues to be very much in the eye of the beholder.

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Here, the obvious opportunity to add color to the divide between the rooms was too good to miss.

The addition of even a small amount of spicy Bamboozle totally changes the atmosphere in this house All images courtesy of Farrow & Ball

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Thoughtful garden design encourages stopping to appreciate nature and the joys of life

By LISA KLEIN

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garden: cheerful flowers, swaying branches, flitting butterflies, babbling brooks, fragrant shrubs, buzzing bees, wind-rustled grasses, sun-dappled earth; tranquility, reflection, happiness, peace, celebration, union with nature, growth.

It is a colorful mélange of life itself.

“I love life!” says renowned French landscape architect Louis Benech, who draws on this passion in each of his projects while creating a different version of what that means for each of his clients. “There is no common aspect to any of my gardens except that it’s like a dress. It has to fit you — that’s all.”

Whatever form it takes — sculpted-toperfection classic French hedges, gravel and spines of the desert, rambling and wild Englishstyle, or stoic symbols of Japan — good garden design brings out the best in the land and the people who have made their home there.

“Gardens are healing, and that’s what we’re aiming for,” says U.K.-based landscape architect Marian Boswall, author of Sustainable Garden and The Kindest Garden. “If you’re ever feeling rubbish, then being in a beautiful garden is the best possible tonic.”

Aside from the proven benefits of spending time in nature regularly, including reducing stress and anxiety, lowering blood pressure, increasing focus and creativity, and boosting the immune system, the formula for each individual or family’s garden tonic will differ based on both where they live and what it is that makes them feel in top form.

“It’s all about the client’s personality and the land’s personality and how they come together,” Ms. Boswall adds. “And that’s the most magical, when somebody feels so at home in a garden that it feels like an extension of themselves.”

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When there’s enough room, like in the French countryside, garden design can include fields, mature trees and swaths of wildflowers Photo by Eric Sander, design by Louis Benech

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Creating this terrestrial connection is no small feat. But at the root of all landscaping is, naturally, the land.

“Our inspiration often comes from the regional character of the site and its history, which help ground the design in a sense of place,” says Justin Quinn, landscape architect and principal of James Doyle Design Associates (JDDA) in Greenwich, Connecticut. “It gives us the canvas to work with. We also draw heavily from the present natural features, letting the land inspire and guide the forms, spatial arrangements and overall design approach.”

This could include everything from topography, such as slopes, boulders, creeks and mature trees, to the climate and weather conditions. There is a reason traditional garden styles mimic their natural environment: pine and evergreen in Japan, succulents and tanned gravel in the Mediterranean, meadowy wildflowers and twisted hardwoods in northern Europe, palms and rubbery leaves in the tropics. Not only do plants native to an area thrive, they simply fit their surroundings.

“When we arrive on a site, we listen to the land — we take our shoes off, we meditate,” Ms. Boswall says. “We’re looking at where the wind comes from, where the sun is during the day, where the energy flows. We listen to what the land would like to be.”

This not only makes for a garden befit its location, but one that is sustainable, as well — something JDDA clients ask for more and more. Choosing native plants is important for the insects, birds and animals that also call gardens home and they require less water and energy to maintain. Ms. Boswall even uses building materials that belong: bricks in a place with clay soil, for example, or regional woods that can “gradually meld back into the land.”

Of course, there is usually a home sitting atop this land and, while not an original part of it, must also be considered as part of the landscape and a garden’s design.

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“We focus on harmonizing [our] design with the home and the natural surroundings to create something that feels cohesive and connected,” Mr. Quinn says. “[So] the architecture and interiors of the home can [also] help set the design direction. A contemporary house might inspire clean, minimalist lines, while a historic property might call for more traditional, layered elements.”

Mr. Benech, whose projects swing from centuries-old European estates to modern new-builds around the globe, considers the interiors of the home just as important as the architectural elements on the exterior: where windows are and what can be seen from them, views from seating and dining areas, where the light comes in.

“A garden, for me, is also lived from the inside,” he says.

Then, of course, come the people who are doing all of this living, both indoors and out. “I’m always saying that I don’t want to sign my projects,” Mr. Benech explains. “I react as a chameleon…I’m trying to make something pleasant for the people who live where I work.

They are going to take care of it and enjoy it. If the space is not adapted to their way of life, it’s useless, in many ways.”

He adds that it can often take quite a bit of time to really know what homeowners are seeking in their gardens, although a good start is as basic as whether there are children needing play areas, if the family receives guests often or if their home is a seasonal retreat. Those who want to entertain may like a large, flat patio, while others who want a quiet space to reflect might enjoy a hedge maze with scattered benches. Still others would prefer to get a bit dirty in their garden and need built-in beds and irrigation to grow their own food.

All three landscape architects agree that getting beyond surface-level requests is equally important, listening to memories and stories, asking questions and leading clients into understanding what will really make them happy — and getting them to admit how willing they will actually be to, say, prune topiaries regularly, maintain specific soil conditions or care for difficult plants.

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Mixing textures and shapes, as seen here in Saint-Tropez, France, adds interest to the garden Photo by Eric Sander, design by Louis Benech

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Paths that wander between plantings, such as these in Switzerland, invite reflection Photo by Eric Sander, design by Louis Benech

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Native plants, like those used in Sussex, England, invite insects, birds and animals to also enjoy the garden Photo by Jason Ingram, design by Marian Boswall Landscape Architects

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Planting a variety of flowers that bloom throughout the seasons ensures a perennially colorful garden Photo by Jason Ingram, design by Marian Boswall Landscape Architects

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Statues, such this one tucked into a French château garden, create focal points Photo by Eric Sander, design by Louis Benech

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While landscape architects may appear as sages communing between Mother Earth and the human psyche, most would say that where it began for them, and what they love most, is also the real essence of any garden: the plants. Their deep knowledge of flora and fauna is what makes each project really work — and wow.

“The plants need to come from places where they’d like to live together,” Ms. Boswall explains. “In order to understand that, we need to understand where they’d like to be, and that’s really understanding the plants themselves and who pollinates what and which creatures will come into the garden based on what you plant.”

Once “friendship between things,” as Mr. Benech puts it, is established, a garden’s plan takes shape. Like the interiors of a home, garden design must consider structural elements, materials, colors, textures and spatial organization — all with plants as the main building blocks.

“Plants are more than just something to look at; they help define the space and bring it to life,” Mr. Quinn says. “The way plants interact — whether they soften a hard edge, frame a view or create layers of depth — shapes the space.”

In large gardens, this can include different “rooms” that each serve their own purpose: reading or relaxing, growing food or foraging, entertaining, play, simply enjoying the flowers. And, in any size space, different plants are layered to create borders, dimension and shapes for visual interest. These tiers — ground cover, grasses, flowers, shrubs and trees — also mimic a natural ecosystem to attract birds, insects and small mammals.

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Since a garden is alive, it will change with the seasons, and choosing plants that look their best at different times will ensure a beautiful experience year round. “A flowering plant flowers rarely more than three weeks,” Mr. Benech says. “I’m always mixing things. My [own] garden is small, but I have, one by one, something blooming almost all 12 months, even in very cold weather.”

Tapping into seasonality can make even a very simple expanse like a field appear ever-changing. “If you grow a natural meadow, you can have it be yellow and pink at some times, and then blonde and blue during some other period,” Mr. Benech says. “The result… is going to be very simple and very uniform, but this simplicity is rich, and the uniformity is going to evolve according to the seasons in a very different way.”

As if this eclectic assembly needed any enhancement, landscape architects still find a way to artfully add focal points as needed or requested, such as fountains and other water features, arches or sculptures. Then there are the creature comforts — this time for human occupants of the garden. People, of course, need pathways to walk on, benches to sit on and other more manmade ways to enjoy the outdoors.

“I love taking familiar materials and using them in an unexpected way or composition,” Mr. Quinn says of making these elements meld with each garden. “We’ve designed countless fireplaces, pools, kitchen gardens and gates, but the goal is always to make each one unique in its own way.”

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MS. BOSWALL LIKES to create some sort of common ground where people can come together — in any way that suits them best.

“We often have, in our designs somewhere, a hearth,” she says, which could mean anything from an actual fireplace or pit to a bar-andparty set up to a family dining table. “It’s where you gather, it’s where people meet, for that feeling of conviviality and warmth.”

Whether from the hearth, wandering paths through fleeting blooms, admiring sculpted topiaries, harvesting fruits and vegetables or listening to the birds chirp from 100-year-old trees, gardens invite their people to slow down, watch them change and let life unfold.

“A garden is a living thing; it’s growing, it’s going to evolve,” Mr. Benech, who has watched the gardens he’s designed grow for many decades, muses. “It’s such a metamorphosis of a place.

I love the idea of surprises; I love to see things growing — it’s a question of life.”

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Some plants, like the mowed grass and pruned topiaries seen here in France, require a commitment to upkeep

Many homeowners enjoy a designated gathering place for friends and family, like this inviting patio in Connecticut

Building layers of plants creates dynamic places that retain structure, as seen here in Kent, England

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Photo by Allegra Anderson, design by James Doyle Design Associates

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DESIGN | BOLD BATHROOMS

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he bathroom is a sanctuary within the home, where most bookend each day. In the morning, it sets the tone, readying one for the day ahead. At night, it is where to retreat, ease the day’s tensions and prepare for a good night’s rest.

In maintaining the desired calm of the bathroom, minimalism is often the go-to aesthetic — but far from the only option. Those hoping to make a splash with bolder design decisions can do so while maintaining the space’s serenity. As a bonus, their very private space will become more personal.

“We should be showcasing our personality in the bathroom, just as we would any other room in the home,” says Hubert Zandberg, interior designer and founder of London-based Hubert Zandberg Interiors. “I think about the amount of time spent in there, the fact that it’s not a room where we hang out with other people.

Instead, it’s primarily a room where one or two people would be at the same time — it’s really deeply personal.”

Corey Damen Jenkins, interior designer and founder of Corey Damen Jenkins & Associates in New York, adds that a bathroom with character is a major mood booster.

“An upbeat and stylish private bath can really impact the way we view the world and rejuvenate our spirits as we live the best life possible,” he says. “The mood that maximalism injects into a space is composed of layers of confidence, power, mental acuity, emotional wellness and timeless elegance. Most importantly, a maximalist lifestyle is fueled by the acceptance of the fact that our lives on Earth are brief and fleeting, and therefore should be lived to the fullest.”

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Outside-the-box bathroom design results in a more personal and relaxing experience

By LINSEY STONCHUS

Mr. Jenkins notes that maximalism still requires restraint, especially in the bathroom. “Some people may mistakenly assume that maximalism is restricted to the one-dimensional definition that ‘more is more,’ but there’s so much more to it,” he says. “One must know when to stop, when too much is enough.”

Accordingly, the right strategy is key. Overarchingly, this means starting with function first. If the room does not fit into the lives of those that inhabit it, it does not matter how pleasing the aesthetic is. In the bathroom, design decisions must support its primary purpose: relaxation and taking care of one’s health and hygiene.

“Bathrooms need to be ergonomic,” Mr. Zandberg says.

“They are, first and foremost, a functional space and everything you touch affects you. Consider how the tap opens and adjusts to hot water, the sound of the water itself, the way the flush of the toilet works. Nothing is more annoying than a toilet or tap that doesn’t work properly. Before you start to work on spoiling the senses and enhancing the beauty of the space, it is equally important to focus on the ergonomics.”

In addition to the expected fixtures — sink, toilet, shower and bathtub — this often translates to storage. In one of her projects, Huma Sulaiman, interior designer and founder of Huma Sulaiman Design in Southern California, created abundant cabinet space with various compartments for a young mother’s beauty products and toiletries. It is also important to find space for hair styling tools, dental hygiene products and razors, each of which have specialized storage needs.

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Bathroom walls need not be bare; a variety of art spices things up while remaining serene

It is essential to retain function in the bathroom, which can easily coexist with bold focal points

Exciting materials, such as a special marble, often inform — and elevate — an entire bath design

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Once the room is set up for basic functionality, interior design can shine by infusing soul into the room, Mr. Zandberg suggests.

This can be achieved in many ways: with furniture, which is often overlooked, bold color or compelling amenities.

When Mr. Zandberg revitalized an exquisite bathroom in a historic Tuscan villa, he held on to the existing pink-marble tub.

He made it a focal point as he perfected the room. He then incorporated furniture to further enhance the space, play with the room’s dimensions and add utility. To balance the cavernous feeling of the large space, a room divider breaks it up, allowing the atmosphere around the bathtub to feel more intimate. Meanwhile, further function was added with a drying rack and nearby stool to store bathing necessities.

The space surrounding a striking tub is perfect for including art galleries, libraries and other less common amenities to add to the spa-like experience of unwinding in a warm, aromatic bath.

Artwork is a personal favorite for Mr. Zandberg within his own home.

“I knew that if my art was there as I relax in the bath, I’d look at it and rediscover it,” he says. “When you have the time and the stillness to look at the individual pieces and the relationships between them, you make these connections and appreciate artworks that you otherwise would have begun to pass by and stop seeing, stop responding to.”

For book lovers, a library is ideal. It is also incredibly unexpected and unique, an offering that few others could boast. “Many of our clients are bibliophiles and possess immense collections of books,” Mr. Jenkins says. “In designing one principal bath space, the idea was to create a chamber where the client could relax and pamper themselves with one of their favorite pastimes: reading. While one could certainly soak in the tub while swiping through an iPad’s screen, it’s not quite the same tactile experience — not to mention accidentally dropping an electronic device in water is far riskier than getting a page or two wet.

“So, following the curvature of the tub, we created a series of lacquered cases to display an expansive collection of books and decorative objects,” he adds. “The addition of Tony RoKo artworks… transports the space from being merely functional into a luxurious destination for rejuvenation.”

Color, too, is another wonderfully expressive medium. “To feel very connected and calm, most people gravitate towards neutral colors like white, but this feeling can also be achieved with color,” Ms. Sulaiman says of a monochromatic bathroom she designed in Irvine, California.

AFTER HER CLIENT fell in love with a beautiful pink marble from a quarry in Italy, a dazzling vanity pedestal was created. The color of the walls, cabinetry and other design elements were then selected to match. “The whole bathroom was developed around this marble pedestal,” she says. “It all happened very organically — everything feels very seamless.”

This kind of cohesion is key to creating a bold bathroom that remains a calming escape. The bathroom is a room unlike any other in the home. Beyond its utility, it is the epitome of self-care, wellness and privacy as one prepares to put their best foot forward into the world — the perfect space to emphasize one’s inner self.

“A great bathroom will provide its user with access to everything they need to meet the events, demands and challenges of the day while feeling refreshed, in style and with a sense of self-confidence,” Mr. Jenkins says. “That type of luxury is the real meaning of maximalism.”

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Perched atop Pointe Milou, Villa Seaweed is a two-bedroom villa blending modern architecture and natural beauty. Its unique design, featuring geometric shapes and pitched zinc roofs, harmonizes with the surrounding landscape. Dual orientation offers breathtaking sunrise and sunset views. Sleek interiors bathed in natural light combine minimalist décor with wooden elements and polished concrete for sophistication. Outside, tiered pools, koi ponds and a terrace with ocean views enhance serenity. Expandable with a valid permit, Villa Seaweed promises endless possibilities.

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This renovated and expanded, urban-chic residence with a view in a prestigious yachting enclave enjoys 100± feet of waterfront and dockage along with such designer touches as a quartzite-and-glass staircase, porcelain slab/plank oak floors, Venetian-plaster walls, glass-encased wine vault/office, linear fireplaces, top-tier waterfront kitchen, professional bar, front-row primary suite, summer kitchen and mosaic-tiled pool and spa.

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Situated in a sought-after residential area above the wine-growing community, we offer an exclusive cubic gem for sale. This spacious family home captivates from the moment you enter with its inviting, clear design, creating a unique atmosphere through the use of warm and high-quality materials. The property boasts an impressive nine rooms spread across three floors, providing over 530 square meters of living space. Its modern, cubic structure features a thoughtful layout, generous room sizes and high ceilings. Welcome to the heart of the St. Gallen Rhine Valley!

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Welcome to a truly rare oceanfront estate in the prestigious Lunada Pointe. Architecturally stunning, this Italian- and French-designed masterpiece seamlessly blends handcrafted elements into a captivating marvel boasting unparalleled views from Catalina Island to Malibu.

The 1.2-acre lot is enhanced with a custom mosaic-tiled pool in an English-garden setting. Terraced pathways and captivating viewing lookouts invite you to relax, surrounded by natural beauty. Terranea Resort, the Trump National Golf Course and award-winning school district within easy access.

Mare Blu is a private Caribbean oasis offering breathtaking panoramic views from every room. Set on an acre of secluded luxury, this estate seamlessly blends indoor-outdoor living with pocket doors throughout.

Centered around a 48-foot infinity pool, the outdoor space boasts a lanai, outdoor kitchen and covered dining area. With seven impeccable suites, Mare Blu is the ultimate family retreat or high-income rental villa.

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Historic images of Guidini Castle conjure an evocative picture, with the tower covered in giant ivy. “In all these photographs, my great-grandfather is always present,” said Arch. Alessandro Guidini, great-grandson of the former owner, in a 2022 interview. The castle, now for sale in Lugano-Barbengo, boasts a fascinating history intertwined with the vicissitudes of the noblemen who owned it.

Originally built as a defensive structure, it was later transformed into a comfortable and luxurious residence.

As you enter the home through a marble entrance hall, you’ll admire the architecture of Jenny Mills. Designed for easy living all flowing to the braai area, pizza oven, landscaped lawned garden, decks and large L-shaped pool. Open-plan living at its best. Two lounges, dining area and chef’s kitchen as well as a wine cellar, cinema room, gym and sauna.

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Discover the spirit of Eden Rock in this exceptional Gustavia townhouse.

The exclusive neighborhood offers luxury and practicality within walking distance of restaurants and boutiques. The open-plan living space blends vibrant design, art and premium materials, featuring a marble kitchen, office and art studio. Three bedrooms include a stunning primary suite, private baths and terraces. With garages, a laundry room and elevator, it is both a place from which to come and go or to reside throughout the year.

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Seven Mile Beach, Cayman Islands USD $7,550,000 IRG — INTERNATIONAL REALTY GROUP LTD. James O’Brien — +1 345 327 0058 james@irg.ky Search PVFJ on luxuryportfolio.com

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Mediterranean masterpiece in Crystal Harbour, Grand Cayman. Welcome to your dream home, nestled within the exclusive, gated community of Crystal Harbour. This Mediterranean-inspired masterpiece offers an unrivaled blend of elegance, comfort and breathtaking vistas. Poised on the 14th hole of Grand Cayman’s only 18-hole golf course and featuring canal access to the North Sound, this architectural marvel is elevated 9.5 feet above sea level, making it as secure as it is stunning.

A rare opportunity in prestigious Catherineberg, St. John: an ultra-private estate spanning more than two acres. Sitting 700 feet high, it offers breathtaking, panoramic views of the Virgin Islands National Park’s beaches, the British Virgin Islands and beyond. Lush tropical gardens lead to a sparkling pool, hot tub, lawn and expansive terraces, creating an effortless indoor-outdoor lifestyle. A true Caribbean sanctuary with unmatched serenity and grandeur.

St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands USD $7,000,000 SEA GLASS PROPERTIES Abigail Schnell O’Connell — +1 340 998 1934 abby@holidayhomesvi.com Search ZLDB on luxuryportfolio.com

Chicago, IL, USA

Westport, CT, USA

USD $7,500,000

USD $6,750,000

@PROPERTIES CHRISTIE’S INTERNATIONAL REAL ESTATE Carrie McCormick — +1 312 961 4612 carrie@atproperties.com

WILLIAM RAVEIS REAL ESTATE Elaine Schanzenbach — +1 203 984 5543 elaine.schanzenbach@raveis.com

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Las Catalinas, Costa Rica USD $6,990,000 KRAIN COSTA RICA REAL ESTATE Sarah & Peter Breitlander — +1 866 944 9163 info@kraincostarica.com Search ADCG on luxuryportfolio.com

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27 Cartagena is a stunning beachfront estate in Las Catalinas, blending history and luxury. Grand fountains, custom Portuguese tiles and a coralina courtyard set the stage for outdoor elegance. A Wolfequipped kitchen, saltwater pool and ocean views define its grandeur.

Inside, antique furnishings, a chef’s kitchen and lavish principal suite with private balcony offer unparalleled comfort. Steps from world-class dining, trails and the beach club, 27 Cartagena is the pinnacle of coastal sophistication.

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Eich, Switzerland Price upon request NOBILIS ESTATE AG David Hauptmann — +41 44 266 60 39 hauptmann@nobilis-estate.com Search HLGX on luxuryportfolio.com

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The Lakeside luxury villa development is located in the tax-friendly municipality of Eich, canton of Lucerne, offering breathtaking views of the lake, Mount Pilatus and the Swiss Alps. Designed by a very wellknown architect, this customizable villa blends modern architecture with natural beauty. Spanning 325 square meters on a 562-square-meter plot, it features an open living, dining and kitchen area, a luxurious primary suite with wellness area and versatile rooms for offices or guests.

The property also includes a wine cellar and fitness area.

Naples, FL, USA

Scarsdale, NY, USA

USD $6,700,000

USD $6,250,000

WILLIAM RAVEIS REAL ESTATE Laurie Bellico — +1 239 293 9389 laurie.bellico@raveis.com

HOWARD HANNA — RAND REALTY Alissa Kirk — +1 646 842 1233 alissa.kirk@randrealty.com

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Purchase, NY, USA

Chicago, IL, USA

USD $6,400,000

USD $5,995,000

HOWARD HANNA — RAND REALTY Rita Van Buren — +1 845 548 6606 rita.vanburen@randrealty.com

@PROPERTIES CHRISTIE’S INTERNATIONAL REAL ESTATE Emily Sachs Wong — +1 312 613 0022 esw@atproperties.com

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Boca Raton, FL, USA USD $6,500,000 THE KEYES COMPANY Ari Albinder — +1 561 702 0413 arialbinder@miznergrande.com Search PPQU on luxuryportfolio.com

Sprawling, modern, contemporary, one-story like-new home custombuilt in 2020 on one acre in Boca Raton. This exceptional home, set on a sprawling one-acre lot, offers a harmonious blend of luxury and functionality. The exterior boasts stunning stone features, a basketball hoop and a paved driveway, while the expansive backyard features a saltwater pool, app-controlled hot tub and an outdoor Sedona BBQ.

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Coral Gables, FL, USA USD $6,000,000 THE KEYES COMPANY DeValdivielso Team — +1 786 273 8507 realestate@miamiflteam.com Search MLGE on luxuryportfolio.com

Situated on a prime end lot beside the golf course, this fully furnished luxury home offers breathtaking views, bay breezes and impeccable design. The main residence features four en-suite bedrooms, including a stunning second-floor primary suite with a private balcony. Sunlit living spaces and a main-floor terrace provide the perfect settings for entertaining or relaxation. A separate guesthouse adds an additional bedroom, 1.5 bathrooms and exceptional comfort. A private courtyard with a sparkling pool connects the two homes, creating an inviting retreat.

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Northland, New Zealand

Prague, Czechia

Price upon request

USD $5,900,000

BARFOOT & THOMPSON Andy Dalton — +64 27 595 6579 a.dalton@barfoot.co.nz

PHILIP & FRANK Nicolas Peknik — +420 777 455 450 nicolas@philip-frank.com

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Sarasota, FL, USA

Provo, UT, USA

USD $5,495,000

USD $5,400,000

WILLIAM RAVEIS REAL ESTATE K. Redding/S. Benge — +1 941 894 4216 keith.redding@raveis.com

WINDERMERE REAL ESTATE — SOUTHWEST Gary Peterson — +1 206 305 4458 gary@windermere.com

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Florence, Italy €5,500,000 STUDIO 18 Chiara Parronchi — +39 3484994569 chiara@studio18.eu Search YRIA on luxuryportfolio.com

Ancient villa near the center of Florence with a splendid view of the Certosa in a hilly position near Arcetri. The villa is accessed via a treelined avenue. In front of the main entrance is an Italian garden. The villa dates back to the 15th century. It is spread over three levels and has a total area of 1,130 square meters.

The villa offers panoramic terraces, coffered ceilings, eight bedrooms and precious-stone elements throughout.

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From an aristocratic retreat to a modernday haven, this villa is a masterpiece on the French Riviera

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Yachts and boats bob in turquoise waters, beach clubs buzz with life and grand estates continue to watch over the coastline, just as they have for the last century.

Before the jet set made the Côte d’Azur their playground, the French Riviera, as the area is also known, was already a sought-after destination. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Europe’s aristocrats and wealthy industrialists began building opulent holiday homes from Monaco to Saint-Tropez, drawn by the temperate climate and spectacular views.

In 1924, American author F. Scott Fitzgerald wrote an article called “How to Live on Practically Nothing a Year” for The Saturday Evening Post detailing his family’s experience summering in the South of France. He described the land as such: “When your eyes first fall upon the Mediterranean you know at once why it was here that man first stood erect and stretched out his arms toward the sun. It is a blue sea; or rather it is too blue for that hackneyed phrase which has described every muddy pool from pole to pole. It is the fairy blue of Maxfield Parrish’s pictures; blue like blue books, blue oil, blue eyes, and in the shadow of the mountains a green belt of land runs along the coast for a hundred miles and makes a playground for the world.”

One of the region’s hidden gems is the resort town of Villefranche-sur-Mer, just three miles east of Nice and six miles southwest of Monaco. It is a picturesque harbor town with a deep, natural bay.

Historically, it was an important naval port before evolving into a refined retreat for discerning travelers.

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One of the men instrumental in shaping Villefranche-sur-Mer into the destination it is today was businessman Bernard Voisin, whose legacy is written into the very fabric of the town. He not only built and owned its harbor, but also constructed one of its most striking residences: La Reve d'Azur, a magnificent Belle Époque villa. Completed in 1911, this singular home is a masterpiece of early 20th-century architecture and remains one of the Riviera’s prized properties.

The villa proudly stands on the largest private plot in town, offering an unparalleled vantage point over the harbor and the Mediterranean beyond. In 2016, Italian architect Alberto Mariotti renovated the estate, maintaining the property’s Belle Époque flair while seamlessly integrating modern luxury. Sweeping terraces and elegantly manicured gardens cascade down toward the sea, framing a breathtaking panorama that captures the very essence of the region.

Stepping inside, the villa exudes refinement. Its high ceilings, intricate moldings and grand staircases inspire lavish entertainment and sun-kissed leisure. Every room is designed to maximize the awe-inspiring waterfront views, with French doors opening onto terraces that invite long, languid afternoons under the Mediterranean sun. Built over three floors, the house consists of four double bedrooms — each with its own bathroom — as well as several dressing rooms, living room, dining room and fully equipped Miele kitchen. All of the living spaces are adorned with period details, yet they have been thoughtfully updated to provide contemporary comfort without compromising on historic charm.

BEYOND THE MAIN residence, the villa’s grounds, encompassing four acres, are equally impressive. The property also boasts two other buildings: a studio for staff and a veranda-style house with a gym, massage room, bathroom and storage rooms.

In addition, a shimmering pool, almost Olympic-sized, appears to merge with the sea, while shaded pergolas and fragrant gardens offer secluded pockets for quiet relaxation. From perfectly manicured lawns to the vine-covered archways that add a romantic allure to the estate, every detail has been considered.

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The property is in good company with nearby Villa Leopolda, a former home to King Leopold II of Belgium, finished in 1931 and immortalized on the silver screen in the 1948 British film The Red Shoes and Alfred Hitchcock’s 1955 To Catch a Thief. Directly across from the property on the other side of the bay, one can glimpse the enchanting Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild, completed in 1912, which is now a museum.

La Reve d’Azur remains what it was always meant to be — a luxurious,

private retreat, a jewel on the dazzling Mediterranean. For today’s Côte d’Azur aficionado, the villa offers a rare opportunity to step into history while enjoying all of the modern comforts of an elite seaside escape.

It is a home that perfectly captures the Riviera’s unique allure — where past and present blend effortlessly and the beauty of the Mediterranean remains as mesmerizing as ever. In every sense, it is a tranquil oasis for those who appreciate the finer things in life.

Location VILLEFRANCHE-SUR-MER, FRANCE

Price EUR €47,000,000

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TROPICAL GRAND TOUR Road trip around Mauritius with stops for mountain hikes, tasty treats and beaches galore

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secluded paradise more than 1,200 miles east of the African mainland and 500 from Madagascar, the waves of the Indian Ocean lapping its shores, Mauritius boasts a verdant interior rimmed by infinite, sunny beaches and a warm, welcoming culture to match — the ideal vacation destination.

“You can feel that it’s slow-paced, island style, and you just instantly feel that you’re in holiday mode when you step off the plane,” says Caroline Groeneveldt, senior travel expert at Mahlatini Travel, who grew up in South Africa and visiting her Mauritian parents’ homeland at least once every year.

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The tiny volcanic island — just 40 miles long and 30 wide — truly packs a travel punch, its tropical climate enjoyable yearround. It has a diverse landscape of grassy plains, jungle-covered mountains, craggy coves and long, sandy stretches to explore.

It also has a range of activities for the whole family: hiking, water sports, sugarcane and tea farms, historic sites, multicultural dining, relaxing at world-class resorts and, of course, hopping the island’s famed beaches.

“Whether you’re exploring dramatic cliffs, lush forests or pristine beaches, Mauritius offers an array of scenic stops that capture the island’s natural beauty and charm, making every journey a discovery,” says Philippe de Beer, CEO and founder of Mauritian real estate firm Park Lane Properties.

Surrounded almost entirely by coral reefs, where dolphins, whales, sea turtles and a multitude of other marine life swim, Mauritius is a nature-lover’s delight.

Famously home to the now-extinct dodo bird, there is plenty of wildlife still to be found, including many species endemic to the island and brought back from the brink themselves: the pink pigeon, Mauritian flying fox, echo parakeet and Mauritius kestrel.

There are also macaques, sambar deer and spiky tenrecs wandering the forests.

The human inhabitants of Mauritius are a melting pot of far-flung cultures, from French and African to Indian and Chinese, each group arriving throughout the centuries and bringing their language — most now speak a French-based Creole — customs, religion and delectable cuisine.

Many dishes are a rice- or noodle-based blend of global flavors: dal puri (a flatbread made with split peas and spices), rougaille (a Creole sausage dish with tomato sauce), mines frites (fried noodles), gateaux piments (fried chili cakes) and a wide variety of fish and meat curries.

All of this can be enjoyed from top-notch resorts that cater to every wish, with Mauritian charm and hospitality leading the way. “What truly sets Mauritius apart is its seamless ability to blend luxury with authenticity,” Mr. de Beer says. “While every indulgence is catered for, visitors are also invited to connect with the island’s rich culture, vibrant communities and pristine natural landscapes. This makes Mauritius a deeply memorable destination for discerning travelers seeking both relaxation and meaningful experiences.”

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One way to experience it all is to drive the entire circumference of the island, not as daunting as it sounds at only four to eight hours total — although you’ll certainly want to stretch that to days. With more that 100 miles of beach, Mauritius’ coast has an option to suit every taste, a different flavor for every day and a plush resort to rest at the end of each one. Plus, it’ll take no more than an hour to reach anywhere on the interior. Just buckle up and enjoy the endlessly scenic ride.

Start your road trip off in the capital, Port Louis (1), on the northwest coast.

A visit to the city’s Central Market is a must, where you can stock up on tropical fruit, vegetables and fresh juice along with local spices, crafts, clothing and mouthwatering street food. “You’ll experience so much of the culture,” Ms. Groeneveldt says. “It’s a huge market where you can get a taste of the entire island in one place. It’s busy and you can smell gorgeous food, there’s lots of people, the humidity — your senses are just on overdrive.”

From there, head north towards the lively side of the island’s beaches. Trou-auxBiches (2) has calm, shallow waters, making it particularly family friendly. The coral reef is also closer to shore, so snorkeling and spotting sea turtles and dolphins is easy.

Mont Choisy (3) beach is a bit more upscale, and you’ll find it’s uncrowded and peaceful, lined with casuarina trees swaying in the ocean breeze. Past there is a busy and beautiful beach, Pereybere (4), known for

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fishing, street food stalls and its view of the Coin de Mire islet. In between them, in the tourist-favorite town of Grand Baie, you’ll find the party: shopping, dining, bars and excellent nightlife options if you choose to make a longer pit stop in the area.

HEADING DOWN the east coast, you’ll pass by grassy outlooks, fishing reserves and red-and-white Hindu temples, such as the stunning Sagar Shiv Mandir.

Just north of the temple is Bras d’Eau (5), a hidden gem of a beach with overgrown trees and a natural feel where you can escape the crowds and truly relax.

From there, you’ll come to Belle Mare (6) — one of Mauritius’ longest beaches that stretches between two villages and the island’s east-coast resorts. Despite being the most popular in the east and packed with water activities and sports, it remains a pristine spot to spend the day. Farther south, Blue Bay (7) is not just a beach — it’s a protected marine park where its namesake waters shine in vibrant hues, perfect for snorkeling, diving or viewing the sea life from a glass-bottomed boat.

The south coast of Mauritius is where idyllic white sands give way to the island’s rugged side. “With its unspoiled landscapes, serene views and historical vestiges dating back to the 17th century, this area offers a timeless charm that contrasts beautifully with the more developed parts of the island,” Mr. de Beer says. After passing rocky viewpoints, grazing cows and historic sites, you can stretch your legs at Senneville

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Cliffs (8), a striking coastal area of lava rocks, waterfalls and leafy hikes to a small beach and amazing views of the ocean.

A bit farther west is Gris-Gris (9) beach, where cliffs fall into tide pools waiting to be discovered and powerful waves crash against the shore — good for exploring, but not swimming. The winding drive along the cliffs that comes next is an adventure in itself, its stunning views coming to a peak at Macondé (10), a dramatic rock formation that juts out into the sea.

The drama continues as the west coast unfolds at Le Morne (11), whose beach enjoys an incredible mountainous backdrop that includes the iconic Le Morne Brabant Mountain — a UNESCO World Heritage site that once sheltered escaped enslaved peoples. In addition to its crystal-clear waters, the peninsula is a world-renowned kitesurfing destination. Out in the ocean lies Crystal Rock, a coral formation surrounded by shallows perfect for snorkeling from and only reachable by boat. From above, by helicopter, an optical illusion reveals an “underwater waterfall” that appears to be cascading into an abyss. Tamarin Bay (12) is where you can watch surfers catch a wave — and is a great spot for dolphinwatching, too. A fitting final stop, Flic en Flac (13) is a perennial local favorite.

Its long stretch of sand is lined with underwater caves, reefs and shipwrecks on one side and shops, bars and restaurants on the other, making for the perfect beach day — ending with the perfect sunset.

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BLENDING IN The best luxury resorts don’t just reflect their beautiful settings, they become one with them

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Today, the essence of a luxury resort lies in its ability to foster an immersive environment that resonates deeply with guests. The setting of a resort has become a cornerstone of how a guest feels, both consciously and unconsciously, throughout their stay. Whether nestled in the mountains, perched in a bustling city or set along a pristine beach, every detail should interact with — and enhance — these surroundings, from location and architecture to design and the nuances of staff interactions.

A resort’s setting is not merely its backdrop; it is the heart of its identity, influencing every aspect of the guest experience. It must be reflected in every decision, from dining menus and room décor to uniforms and service culture.

These elements are interconnected, collectively shaping the narrative a resort shares with its place in the world as we showcase the beauty of natural surroundings as well as the location’s heritage and spirit. In my view, carefully choosing these elements in connection with the resort’s environment is critical to its long-term success. By embracing this inclusive and intentional approach, a resort can transcend expectations and deliver an unforgettable sense of place.

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At Naviva,® a Four Seasons Resort, in Punta Mita, Mexico, these elements were meticulously considered from inception to operation. Opening its doors in December 2022, guided by a vision to create a 48-acre sanctuary where guests deeply connect with nature, themselves and their companions, we prioritized preserving the existing landscape and ecosystem over construction efficiencies.

This approach has allowed us to craft an environment where the local flora and fauna thrive alongside our guests, offering them an unparalleled opportunity to experience the natural world without compromising the comforts and amenities synonymous with the world’s most prestigious luxury hospitality brand.

Naviva® was designed around this redefined concept of luxury, blending exclusivity with authenticity. The resort reflects a deep respect for the land — it doesn’t compete with the natural environment but, rather, enhances it. Materials were sourced thoughtfully, drawing from local craftsmanship to create spaces that feel organic yet refined. Every bungalow features elements that echo the region’s rich heritage, from handcrafted textiles to custom woodwork, creating a seamless connection between the indoors and outdoors. From land or sea, Naviva® appears timeless, as if it has existed in harmony with the environment for decades. Towering trees and palms outsize the bungalows, winding forest paths create a sense of mystery and beach cabanas blend into the vegetation.

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HERE, THE EXPERIENCE is not confined to the four walls of a suite; it extends into the lush forest, the ocean’s edge and every intimate moment spent under the expansive sky. To further that connection, each bungalow’s location was handpicked to ensure complete privacy, sweeping ocean views and the chance to witness different plants and trees bloom throughout the year — making return visits during the seasons a common trend for repeat guests.

This natural paradise invites guests to slow down, listen to the symphony of bird calls and spot whales, dolphins or rays from their own plunge pools. By prioritizing the preservation of the ecosystem, we’ve designed a resort that truly belongs to its surroundings.

What sets a resort like Naviva® apart is not only its physical setting, but the intentionality behind every interaction and service touchpoint. Our team is as much a part of the resort as the surrounding landscape: curators of unforgettable experiences who intuitively tailor moments to each guest’s desires. From guided forest walks to private beachfront dinners lit by the moon, every experience is designed to nurture a sense of wonder and discovery.

This creates something that’s more than just a hotel; it’s a place where the natural world and human connection converge.

Our holistic approach ensures that guests are not only surrounded by beauty, but fully immersed in it, leaving them profoundly rejuvenated and inspired long after they depart.

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f you were to search for an image of Mallorca, you’d find visions of crystalclear waters and soft sands that beckon footprints just to prove they weren’t AI-generated. Yet this is a dreamy reality of splendid coastlines and idyllic beaches that can only truly be experienced in person.

Just ask the 962,000 expats and locals who awaken on this Mediterranean paradise every day, choosing to live in a permanent reverie. More than 45 miles long, this Spanish island has a fail-proof formula made up of isolated coves, rugged mountains, picturesque villages and vibrant nightlife. Toss in UNESCO World Heritage Sites, endless activities and luxury resorts, and you’ve checked all the right boxes for a vacation getaway to rival any other.

People have lived on Mallorca since around 2500 to 2300 B.C.E., the island tempting travelers and explorers from near and far, all of whom have left their mark on its architecture and culture. Today, you can taste and experience these many influences firsthand in the abundant wineries, traditional cuisine and Michelin-starred restaurants that pin Mallorca on the mustsee map.

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First impressions are everything, and in this way there’s a very special magic to Mallorca as well. Getting there is part of the appeal. Between Ibiza and Menorca, Mallorca’s location near Valencia, Spain, makes it surprisingly accessible by plane. But there’s something extra-special about arriving by boat from the Spanish mainland. Hearing the water of the Balearic Sea lap the side of the boat sets the tone for the kind of sensory experience you’ll find once you’re on shore.

For flexibility on the island, opt for a convertible car to not only help take you off the beaten path, but to taste and feel the island air around you. The narrow, but picturesque, roads in Mallorca ooze adventure and awaken that “let’s get lost” feeling. Outside the larger towns of Palma and Manacor, traffic fades so you’ll be able to squeeze the most out of your time.

Still, be sure to dedicate at least four nights on the island to experience everything that makes it so special.

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Visiting the beach in Mallorca should be your top priority, especially since there are over 30 miles of sugary sands that spill into cradled coves and beautiful bays.

Boasting some of the best strands in Europe, there are 262 beaches where you can bury your toes and bask in the Balearic sun — one to suit every mood.

Step into a postcard at Es Trenc, a picture-perfect beach in the south where sands are snowy white and the water is peacock-blue, making it one of the most popular beaches in Mallorca.

Cala Deià is an Instagrammable beach near Deià village where rocky cliffsides are perched by seafood hotspots. If you have kids in tow, Platja d’Alcúdia in the north has shallow waters, powdery sand and beach amenities that will meet the needs of your entire tribe. There’s also no shortage of beach clubs, especially near Palma, where you’ll find Nikki Beach Mallorca, Purobeach Palma, Purobeach Illetas, Animabeach and Beso Beach Mallorca.

For a quieter day, the near-two-mile trek to the south-coast Platja d’es Carbó is worth every step to reach a pristine beach with waters as smooth as ice but as warm as freshly laundered towels. At the northernmost point of Mallorca, Cap de Formentor is where the Tramuntana Mountains kiss the Mediterranean, delivering peninsular visions of a historic lighthouse and Cala Formentor beach in five shades of blue. For pure isolation, Cala Torta on the northeast coast is hard to reach, but worth the effort, meaning you’ll have turquoise waters and this “secret” beach all to yourself.

If sun-kissed skin and long beach naps are low-priority, Mallorca has much more in store on the water. Take the plunge during a dive session to one of 24 sites where you’ll find caves, shipwrecks and marine parks. Make a splash with paddleboarding, kayaking, snorkeling, parasailing, windsurfing, jet-skiing and other aquatic adventures on Mallorca’s watersports menu. Or sail away by chartering a private sailboat or yacht along Mallorca’s 345 miles of coastline, where dramatic cliffs, quiet coves and clear waters await.

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To take a break from the water, hit one of the two dozen golf courses on the island, saddle up for a horseback-riding adventure in the countryside, discover hiking trails through the mountains or take in the many historic sites, which range from ancient ruins to cathedrals and monasteries to castles.

Delve into Mallorcan culture at a Saturday afternoon el tardeo party in the lively neighborhood of Santa Catalina, starting at the market and expanding to nearby bars and restaurants. You can’t go wrong by sampling the local cuisine, for which chefs go heavy on the garlic, olive oil and lemon: freshly caught fish, rice stew, roasted meats, rustic soup and, of course, tapas. Mallorca also boasts 10 Michelin-starred restaurants (be sure to try the new kid on the block, Sa Clastra).

Sweeten the deal with pastries such as sweet rolls, traditional doughnuts, sponge cake and the island’s famous ensaïmada.

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To walk off those bites, wander streets lined with boutiques, galleries, markets and souvenir shops. On the island, shopping is a sport, where you can stock up on fashions that blend cosmopolitan flair with deep-rooted traditions. The capital of Palma is where you’ll find the most open doors, beckoning you with local artwork, leather accessories, glass, pottery, textiles, pearl jewelry and wine — not to mention top designer brands.

WHEN IT COMES TIME to rest your head, you’ll have your pick of luxury villas, boutique hotels, historic properties and fivestar resorts that push the boundaries of what’s possible. Of the pool of nearly 700 hotels, several take the cake, including The St. Regis Mardavall Mallorca Resort, Grand Hotel Son Net, Sant Francesc Hotel Singular, La Residencia, a Belmond Hotel, Mallorca, and the newest and most exclusive, Four Seasons Resort Mallorca at Formentor.

Nothing encapsulates the allure of Mallorca better than the Four Seasons Formentor, where its calculated luxury and seamless staff know your wishes before you do. What started as an inspirational retreat for the elite in 1929 is today a 1,200-acre refuge within a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The experience starts with a glamorous entrance by limousine or yacht and continues with the natural grandeur of private coves, sapphire seas and a luxurious spa that fades the line between Mallorca and heaven.

That line is often blurred on Mallorca.

Somehow this tiny island, which can be traversed in under six hours, has the power to leave a timeless imprint on your soul.

Blame it on chiseled coastlines that unfold into blankets of blue sea, tangerine sunsets, a rich history in which Catalan chronicles spill into daily traditions and unparalleled luxury.

Mallorca is the Mediterranean at its best.

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TRAVEL | ARTS DESTINATIONS

ARTISTIC

IMPRESSIONS

By LISA KLEIN

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ome places are simply synonymous with the arts.

Visiting them means finding inspiration around every corner: Seeing works by the masters in epic museums, hobnobbing at fairs and gallery openings and, perhaps, finding a piece to take home. Following are just a few of the vibrant cities where you can immerse yourself in the scene.

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PARIS

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Art history comes to life in Paris. Artists have long flocked to its romantic streets, the city a muse for generations. The birthplace of the impressionist, symbolist, surrealist, cubist and abstract movements, to name just a few, the City of Light has always been a meeting place for creative minds and a guiding force for the arts.

It remains a perpetual capital of all things visual for good reason and is an absolute must-visit for enthusiasts of any genre.

Thanks to this illustrious history, the number of art museums in Paris can be overwhelming, but that means one can be found for nearly anything you’re in the mood to view. To see some of the most famous works in the world, French masterpieces and art through the centuries, there is the Louvre, Grand Palais and Petit Palais.

For a dedicated look at impressionism, head to the Musée d’Orsay or Musée de l’Orangerie. The Musée d’Art Moderne and Palais de Tokyo are just two places to marvel at modern and contemporary pieces. Then there are the numerous smaller museums dedicated to single artists such as Moreau, Rodin and Picasso.

There are, naturally, many large-scale fairs held in Paris throughout the year, most focusing on modern and contemporary art. Art Paris happens each April, with Paris Internationale, the Moderne Art Fair and the newest iteration of Art Basel all occurring in October. The medium-specific Salon du Dessin is a bit different, showcasing drawings both old and new, each March.

If you’re looking to purchase a piece outside of a major event, there is no shortage of galleries, from the tiny to the world famous.

Many are concentrated in Saint-Germain-des-Prés in what’s known as the Carré Rive Gauche. There are plenty of contemporary galleries in the neighborhood, but it’s most known for antiquities, antiques and traditional art; you’ll find Renaissance paintings and old masters here. For a more modern twist, Le Marais is the place to go, especially around the Place de Vosges. 59 Rivoli, an artists’ squat turned legitimate workshop and studio space, makes for an interesting stop in the area. And, of course, there is always the renowned weekend flea market in Saint-Ouen for one-of-a-kind finds.

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MEXICO CITY The capital of Mexico has cultivated a thriving art scene that has been garnering global attention as of late, and is especially good at championing its hometown masters.

Colorful, vibrant work is on display in classic murals, up-and-coming galleries and celebrations of local culture.

The bustling city has numerous museums dedicated to the arts, and a good place to start is those with a focus on Mexican talent.

The Palacio des Bellas Artes is a mecca for global fine art, but also houses massive murals by Diego Rivera, José Clemente Orozco, David Alfaro Siqueiros and Roberto Montenegro on its top floor. The Museo de Arte Moderno has work by Diego Rivera, José Clemente Orozco, David Alfaro Siqueiros and Rufino Tamayo on display, 116

and the Museo Universitario Arte Contemporaneo showcases contemporary Mexican art from 1950 onward. The Museo de Arte Popular is an intriguing ode to local folk art and handicrafts. Not to be missed is “Casa Azul,” the home and studio Frida Kahlo shared with husband Rivera.

Large-scale murals are a strong tradition here, and a stroll through Plaza Luis Cabrera, Avenida Reforma and Calle Zacatecas in the La Roma neighborhood will give a glimpse into modern interpretations, while early-tomid-20th-century versions can be found on public buildings throughout the city.

Mexico City Art Fair Week, held every February, is where local and international worlds collide — and has solidified the city’s reputation as a global arts hub. The main

event, Zona Maca, now in its third decade, is the largest art fair in Latin America.

Feria Material is another not to be missed, along with the more experimental Salón ACME, which champions emerging artists and galleries.

Contemporary galleries are centered in San Miguel Chapultepec, home to Kurimanzutto, Condesa, with Mooni’s eclectic roster of emerging artists, and Roma Norte, where Galería OMR has been a pioneer in the art space for more than 40 years. The Fundación Casa Wabi is also a good place pay a visit, with rotating exhibitions and the in-house studio of painter and sculptor Bosco Sodi. If you want to purchase something directly from artists themselves, a trip to the buzzing El Bazaar Sábado market is in order.

TOKYO Japan’s largest city is a sensory overload in every way, including its endless array of art. The country’s dynamic visual history ranges from ancient ceramics and centuries-old woodblock prints to the cartoonish work of contemporary artists and high-tech digital experiences.

To get just a taste, start at the Tokyo National Museum, the best place to see treasures from throughout the country’s extensive history: pottery, woodblocks, calligraphy, painting and more. For Tokyo art of the present-day, the Mori Art Museum offers cutting-edge exhibitions and pop culture-leaning works, while teamLab Planets features immersive installations of light displays.

Other museums take you inside the worlds of some of Japan’s most beloved artists, including the Sumida Hokusai Museum, dedicated to “The Great Wave” creator Katsushika Hokusai, and the Yayoi Kusama Museum, which rotates exhibitions of its namesake artist’s polka-dotted pumpkins and mirrored “infinity rooms.”

There are also numerous fairs to guide your Japanese art journey. Art Fair Tokyo, held in March, is the largest and the oldest in Asia; it is a showcase of both Japanese and international artists. In September, the Tokyo Gendai Art Fair puts the focus on

contemporary art and Roppongi Art Night features multiple venues along with installation and performance art to encourage a more artful everyday life. The Tokyo International Art Fair in November showcases a wide variety of mediums, including sculpture, photography, multimedia works and pieces from emerging artists.

Art Week Tokyo, also in November, highlights museums, galleries and other art spaces across the city.

Galleries also run the gamut. In the upscale Ginza, more traditional galleries, such as Tokyo Gallery + BTAP, Shihodo Gallery and Nichido, some in business for more than 100 years, focus on oil painting and other fine arts. In Roppongi, more contemporary and boundary-pushing galleries have popped up near the Mori Art Museum — Perrotin, Tomio Koyama and Kotaro Nukaga among them. Elsewhere, many others show more pop culture-leaning work with graffiti, anime or kawaii themes: superflat pioneer Takashi Murakami’s Kaikai Kiki Gallery, for example, or the Terrada Art Complex, which houses outposts of established galleries alongside emerging shops catering to younger collectors. Still others, such as SCAI The Bathhouse, feature avant-garde installations from artists around the globe.

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MELBOURNE Walking through the streets of Australia’s second-largest city, a lively panorama of public art unfolds with each turn. Its government has recognized the importance of the arts, especially for the public, and not only encourages the painting of its walls, but helps to preserve the work that covers them. For fans of street art, Melbourne is not to be missed.

Multiple lanes throughout the city have been designated for this cause, and they have become colorful tunnels of murals, graffiti, stencils and pasteups; even an original Banksy can be found among them.

To check out this citywide urban gallery, head down Hosier Lane — the original, Union Lane, Blender Lane, ACDC Lane, Tattersall Lane or Duckboard Place. There are also a number of large-scale sculpture installations scattered throughout town, including a colony of giant golden bees on the side of Eureka Tower, a soaring set of steel sculptures along the Sandridge Bridge and towering bells that play submitted compositions to onlookers near the river.

One of the city’s favorite art fairs is also public — the Gertrude Street Projection Festival, where light displays are projected onto multiple buildings each July. Another major annual event, held in February, is the Melbourne Art Fair, which also keeps it local by showcasing galleries from across Australia, including a section dedicated to indigenous art centers. The NGV Triennial, put on by the National Gallery of Victoria, commissions large-scale installations and other work exploring each edition’s chosen themes which can be viewed across several of the museum’s floors; the next one will take place in December 2026.

Contemporary art galleries can be found along Flinders Lane. Elsewhere, galleries such as MARS Gallery and Gertrude Contemporary feature work from established artists and are a fantastic place to attend a fabulous show opening.

Others, such as Linden New Art and Honey Bones Gallery, are wonderful places to explore the work of local, up-and-coming artists. To delve further into Melbourne’s street art scene, a trip to Blender Studios is a must. Covered in murals and graffiti on the outside, the complex’s interior opens its doors for visitors to view its resident artists’ studios, exhibitions, public arts programming and more.

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CAPE TOWN The Mother City has quickly become a leader in contemporary African art, its young art scene exploring the culture, traditions and complicated history of South Africa, alongside the African continent and its global diaspora.

The Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (Zeitz MOCAA) opened its Silo District doors in 2017 and currently houses the largest collection of contemporary art on the continent. It focuses on works from the African diaspora, arts education and uplifting African voices and perspectives.

A SLEW OF foundations are also dedicated to elevating local artists — and all worth a visit. The Association for Visual Arts can trace its roots back to the 1800s, but its current iteration began in the 1990s

to advance the visual arts in South Africa; its exhibitions continue to accomplish its mission today. The Norval Foundation is a nonprofit that aims to preserve 20th- and 21st-century African art and to be a catalyst for emerging artists through commissions. Its sculpture garden is a wonder to wander through. And the A4 Arts Foundation, a “laboratory for the arts,” provides education, archives and space for artists to expand their practice along with hosting exciting exhibitions of their work.

The Cape Town Art Fair, held each February for more than a decade, is the largest contemporary art fair in Africa, hosting international galleries as well as local ones. When it comes to local art, stalwarts such as Goodman Gallery, Everard Read and the Christopher Moller Gallery are the

perfect place to start your discovery. Then head to the Woodstock gallery district, where new tastemakers such as SMAC Gallery, Whatiftheworld, THK Gallery and 99 Loop Gallery have set up shop to showcase more of the exciting South African art of today.

The galleries, along with other businesses and restaurants, stay open late for the monthly First Thursdays event, making it a good time to explore all the area has on offer. The neighborhood’s building walls are also home to a multitude of massive murals to peruse while wandering. To visit multiple galleries with ease at any time, Art Route can set up a tour curated to your own art preferences and chauffeur you between each — not a bad way to find the perfect piece.

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Cala d’Or, Santanyí, Spain Price upon request VON POLL IMMOBILIEN GMBH Christian W. Czarnetzki — +0034 609 224 819 christian.czarnetzki@von-poll.com Search ICHM on luxuryportfolio.com

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Exclusive property with private sea access and spectacular views.

Located in an excellent area, this residence is designed to meet the needs of those looking for a functional and comfortable home with private access to the sea. Set on a plot of approximately 992 square meters, the property offers a spacious living area of around 290 square meters. It comprises a total of seven rooms, including six bedrooms.

The garden surrounding the villa offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor entertainment and private coastline, adding great value to the living experience.

St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands USD $5,544,000 SEA GLASS PROPERTIES Abigail Schnell O’Connell — +1 340 998 1934 abby@holidayhomesvi.com Search MUTM on luxuryportfolio.com

Commanding breathtaking, panoramic views from sunrise to sunset beyond St. Thomas, Blue View Villa is a masterpiece of modern Caribbean design. Built in 2019, this threebedroom estate offers expansive en-suite accommodations, with the flexibility to expand to four bedrooms. Sustainable luxury shines with solar panels and Tesla batteries.

Ideally located just minutes from Cruz Bay, this exceptional retreat also offers private neighborhood beach access within walking distance — where turquoise waters meet pristine shores.

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Boulder, CO, USA USD $5,495,000 SLIFER SMITH & FRAMPTON REAL ESTATE David Scott/Nancy Blanchard — +1 303 588 8358 dscott@sliferfrontrange.com Search LDGJ on luxuryportfolio.com

This architecturally stunning home blends modern luxury with sustainable living. From the custom mahogany-and-steel front door to the floating stairs, every detail is designed to embrace both innovation and tranquility.

Expansive windows connect the open spaces to the breathtaking mountain views, while a double-sided gas fireplace anchors the great room. The primary suite offers a million-dollar view of the Flatirons and the spa-like bath features a floating vanity and hidden window, making this home a true sanctuary of style and comfort.

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A sumptuous renovated property nestled in 4,900 square meters of wooded parklands close to Avenue Molière. The French stone home of approximately 800 square meters has been luxuriously renovated with very noble materials. Large reception rooms of approximately 250 square meters open onto large terraces. Vast, semi-professional kitchen, six large bedrooms, including two with dressing rooms, and six bathrooms.

Forest, Belgium €4,850,000 IMMOBILIERE LE LION Jean de Kerchove — +32 2 672 71 11 info@immo-lelion.be Search BXJM on luxuryportfolio.com

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Seengen, Switzerland Price upon request NOBILIS ESTATE AG David Hauptmann — +41 44 266 60 39 hauptmann@nobilis-estate.com

Welcome to The Coast Villa in Seengen, set to be built in 2025.

Offering stunning views of the lake and hills, this luxurious home blends modern design with eco-friendly features, including smart-home technology. It sits on a plot of 640 square meters with 340 square meters of living space, 7.5 rooms and an open-plan living and dining area. With a private pool and garden, The Coast offers balance, luxury and comfort.

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Naples, FL, USA

Sarasota, FL, USA

USD $5,195,000

USD $4,999,000

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Asheville, NC, USA USD $4,950,000 ALLEN TATE/BEVERLY-HANKS, REALTORS Clary McCall — +1 828 768 0413 clary.mccall@allentate.com Search SYHW on luxuryportfolio.com

This 2022 custom masterpiece epitomizes what luxury living is today. Built across a beautiful double lot at the end of a cul-de-sac, this home also backs up to acres of Ramble community land for incredible privacy. The four-season porch, with a fireplace, heated floors, ceiling heaters and retractable panels for cooler weather, is certain to be the favorite room in the house. Heated floors in all bathrooms as well as the craft room/office. The detached two-story cottage awaits guests, a home office or an amazing workout retreat.

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Miami, FL, USA USD $4,800,000 CERVERA REAL ESTATE Roberto Malca — +1 786 303 8841 rmalca@robertomalca.com Search EPJL on luxuryportfolio.com

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Aston Martin Residences, Miami’s most spectacular skyscraper, offers unparalleled views of Biscayne Bay. The exclusive Unit 4603, spanning 3,478 square feet, features three bedrooms and a den, staff room and two parking spaces. Enjoy 44,275 square feet of world-class building amenities, including two swimming pools — one indoors and one outdoors with 360-drgree views, a golf simulator, two movie theaters and the Aston Martin house car. Luxury and exclusivity at their finest.

Arden, NC, USA USD $4,350,000 ALLEN TATE/BEVERLY-HANKS, REALTORS Josh Smith — +1 828 606 0974 josh@walnutcoverealty.com Search RFBN on luxuryportfolio.com

Step into an extraordinary masterpiece of modern luxury, where breathtaking mountain vistas and impeccable design converge.

Designed for those who love to entertain, this residence boasts floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the home with natural light and large, screened porches on both levels. The stunning, chef-inspired kitchen is a culinary dream, outfitted with top-of-the-line appliances, custom cabinetry and a vast island perfect for gathering. The thoughtfully designed terrace level offers a spacious family room and three en-suite bedrooms.

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Verona, Italy

Englewood Cliffs, NJ, USA

€4,500,000

USD $4,700,000

COFIM IMMOBILIARE Marco Argentieri — +39 348 441 04 48 argentieri@cofimimmobiliare.it

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Meilen, Switzerland

Central Saanich, Canada

Price upon request

CAD $5,999,000

NOBILIS ESTATE AG David Hauptmann — +41 44 266 60 39 hauptmann@nobilis-estate.com

MACDONALD REALTY Chace Whitson — +1 250 818 9338 chace@chacewhitson.com

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At Schloss Zizers, spacious, bright and luxurious condominiums have been created under the guidance of heritage preservation. This unique property combines a breathtaking location amidst vineyards with stunning views of the surrounding alpine landscape. This apartment, Erzherzog, located on the ground floor, offers a plot size of 1,498 square meters, a living space of 342 square meters and 7.5 rooms.

Zizers, Switzerland Price upon request NOBILIS ESTATE AG David Hauptmann — +41 44 266 60 39 hauptmann@nobilis-estate.com Search SDAA on luxuryportfolio.com

This stunning Upper Deer Valley townhome, Double Eagle #3, is ready for a new owner. Nestled conveniently near Silver Lake Lodge, it offers the perfect blend of comfort and accessibility year-round. In the winter, enjoy ski-in/ski-out convenience and less than a 10-minute drive to Main Street.

Come summertime, explore miles of hiking and biking trails that wind through the picturesque Wasatch Mountains right at your doorstep.

Park City, UT, USA USD $4,300,000 WINDERMERE REAL ESTATE — SOUTHWEST C. Halliday/M. Sidford — +1 801 520 6162 caseyhalliday@winutah.com Search OOQG on luxuryportfolio.com Luxury Portfolio Magazine || 129

Vila Nova De Cacela, Portugal

Easton, CT, USA

€3,800,000

USD $3,995,000

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Crested Butte, CO, USA USD $3,880,000 BLUEBIRD REAL ESTATE Ross Tunkey — +1 970 209 9046 ross@bbre1.com Search UQVE on luxuryportfolio.com 130

A legacy property in Crested Butte, the “Last Great Colorado Ski Town.”

Two distinct, attached, individually deeded luxury townhomes are offered together. Each unit lives like its own three-bedroom, 2.5-bath, singlefamily residence. All in, this is a six-bedroom, four-bathroom property, plus three powder rooms, two full gourmet kitchens and a detached three-car, heated garage with a studio/office above. Furnished and fully updated.

Claryville, NY, USA

Ludlow, VT, USA

USD $3,900,000

USD $3,850,000

HOWARD HANNA — RAND REALTY Jennifer Loprieno/Danielle Moore — +1 845 527 2045 jennifer.loprieno@randrealty.com

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Peapack-Gladstone, NJ, USA

Branford, CT, USA

USD $3,850,000

USD $3,329,000

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Asheville, NC, USA USD $3,750,000 ALLEN TATE/BEVERLY-HANKS, REALTORS Brent Russell — +1 828 528 1829 brent.russell@allentate.com Search KKLQ on luxuryportfolio.com

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Step into a world of timeless elegance and modern ease. This exceptional residence invites you to unwind in a serene, thoughtfully designed space where soft, neutral tones and natural textures set the mood. The renovated building, a historic landmark designed by the esteemed Richard Sharp Smith, offers an unparalleled lifestyle steeped in heritage and sophistication. This is luxury, carefree living at its best.

Tortola, British Virgin Islands USD $3,750,000 SMITHS GORE Lara Leyton — +1 284 342 7484 lara.leyton@cirebvi.com Search KUCS on luxuryportfolio.com

This is no ordinary house — this is Villa Sade.

Exceptional opportunity to purchase a turnkey property a two-minute walk from one of the BVI’s most stunning beaches. Villa Sade is located in Belmont Estate, an established private residential development on the western end of Tortola and a short stroll from Smuggler’s Cove Beach. The estate is a prime location, convenient to the West End Ferry Terminal for arrivals from the USVI and a short drive to Long Bay Beach Resort, which offers a full service resort with gym, spa, tennis and pickleball courts.

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Taranaki, New Zealand NZD $6,200,000 PROPERTY BROKERS LTD Beau Burmester — +1 021 759 465 beaub@pb.co.nz Search FCLA on luxuryportfolio.com

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Looking for that private country estate with a stunning home which is the epitome of luxury living, blending uniqueness, sophistication and indulgence? This architecturally designed 900-square-meter (approximately) home is built to the highest standards and affords compelling, 360-degree views of surrounding cities, farmland, Mount Taranaki, Pouakai Range and across the Tasman.

Perfectly located near Manhattan Beach’s vibrant shops and dining, this impeccably remodeled home exudes refined luxury. Featuring rich hardwoods and premium finishes, its flexible layout includes four spacious bedrooms, two lavish en-suites and three exquisite baths.

Multiple outdoor spaces, from a grand viewing deck to a lush backyard patio, offer seamless indoor-outdoor living. A true gem with breathtaking views.

Manhattan Beach, CA, USA

Steps from the sand: a rare Manhattan Beach treasure! This stunning home offers three bedrooms, each with a private bath and walk-in closet.

The open kitchen flows into a sunny great room, while an expansive ocean-view deck is perfect for entertaining. Modern upgrades include a Tesla charger, tankless water heater and new appliances. Luxury, comfort and coastal charm — don’t miss this rare opportunity!

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Asheville, NC, USA USD $3,395,000 ALLEN TATE/BEVERLY-HANKS, REALTORS Binford Jennings — +1 828 707 6442 binford.jennings@allentate.com Search YXXD on luxuryportfolio.com

This mountain-modern home welcomes you into a great room with a floor-to-ceiling fireplace of custom iron and stone extending to the vaulted ceiling with wood beams.

A retractable glass door invites the outside to flow in, bringing sweeping mountain views into the living room, dining room, kitchen, den and every bedroom. Soak in the mighty French Broad River and Blue Ridge Mountains as they sweep 180 degrees from the mountains of Johnson City, Tennessee, to the mountains of Western Cherokee County.

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A stunning house in the prestigious Boyana district situated above Sofia city with unparalleled panoramic views. This impressive property meets every requirement of a luxury residence and features exquisite Americanstyle architecture, meticulously designed spaces and a beautiful green yard. Located at the foot of Vitosha mountain amidst lush forests and mountain hills, providing tranquility and living in harmony with nature.

Sofia, Bulgaria €2,950,000 UNIQUE ESTATES Teodora Bivolarska — +359 882 600 600 callcenter@ues.bg Search LEKS on luxuryportfolio.com

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Franklin Lakes, NJ, USA

Asheville, NC, USA

USD $3,250,000

USD $2,995,000

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Playa Potrero, Costa Rica

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USD $2,690,000

USD $2,500,000

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This exceptional Moss Creek-designed rustic lodge offers luxury mountain living with stunning, year-round mountain views and sunsets.

The main level features an open-yet-cozy floor plan, remarkable primary suite, main-level garage and large laundry room. The terrace level features a family room, two well-appointed en-suite guest rooms, office and abundant storage. This stunning home was crafted by the awardwinning Living Stone Design + Build, recognized as Green Builder of the Year, with interiors by ID.ology.

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CALL OF THE WILD The residents of a tiny island in New Zealand have welcomed nature home

By LISA KLEIN

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This private property looks out over Roberton Island and the bay beyond All images throughout courtesy of Barfoot & Thompson

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ugged cliffs falling off into sheltered coves; sun-soaked, sandy beaches that hear only the sound of lapping waves; dolphins frolicking in sparkling waters; verdant forest filled with wildlife; the songs of colorful birds echoing through dense trees. Looking out over this wild idyll is “Eagles,” one of the few human homes privy to a bird’s-eye view of it all.

This singular property sits atop a hill on Roberton Island, also known as Motuarohia, one of 144 small islands and rocky outcrops that make up New Zealand’s scenic Bay of Islands. A three-hour drive north from Auckland, the bay is a major tourist destination for boating, fishing and resting on castaway beaches. Despite this, many of its islands remain unoccupied, while others host scattered homes for a lucky few. Roberton has just five private properties and a caretaker’s cottage on its western side and several others in the east.

The rest of the island is bursting with native wildlife thanks to decades of conservation efforts to bring it back to its natural state.

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Dolphins and whales are among the sea creatures in the clear waters below Eagles’ perch

“You can almost say it’s pure,” says Murray Creighton, who has owned Eagles for more than a decade. “Everything here grows.

It’s the most amazing place.”

The islands of the bay have been human-occupied for centuries; ancient Maori sites can be found on many of them, including throughout the center of Roberton — which has seen a lot of activity despite its diminutive size of just over a mile from end to end. Captain James Cook, the British explorer, anchored in its southcoast bay — now called Cook’s Bay — in 1769. It was eventually sold to its namesake, John Roberton, in 1839 as farmland, and was also home to the first person legally hanged in New Zealand history — for the murder of Roberton’s family, no less.

Changing many hands since, 70 percent of the island is now privately owned, with the remainder taken over by New Zealand’s Department of Conservation (DOC) in 1979 and turned into the Motuarohia Island Reserve. Mr. Creighton and the other property owners, including his fiancé, Joey Groark, who owned one of the other homes on the island for 40 years, work closely with the DOC and a group started by locals, Project Island Song, in their mission to turn the island, and the entire bay, back into the subtropical paradise it once was.

Conservation efforts over the years have rid Roberton and several other islands of invasive pests and replanted many thousands of native trees, coastal grasses, shrubs, brush and ponga (silver tree ferns). Roberton’s forests have become a sanctuary teeming with birds, such as the whitehead, New Zealand dotterel, red-crowned parakeet, North Island robin and the adorable, flightless, endangered symbol of the country, the kiwi.

“Wherever you go you see the trees flourishing, the birds chirping,” Mr. Creighton says. “Dozens and dozens of species of endangered birds have been released here. We have the iconic kiwi, which very few people in New Zealand ever get to see in the wild.

Three of them were released initially, and that’s grown to about 80.”

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Roberton residents even welcome the less-lovable endangered species onto their island. The wetapunga — a giant insect heavier than a mouse — was recently released into their forest.

They’re also hoping to host the tuatara, a reptile with two rows of teeth and spines down its back. “It’s really ugly, but also the cutest looking lizard,” Ms. Groark says. “It would be amazing to have it here.”

This enthusiasm for environmental stewardship is contagious, and all of the homeowners on the island assist in wildlife releases, raising funds and hosting scientists and students. Doing so is to their own benefit, as well, as they are now able to escape to nature whenever they want (most properties are used as holiday homes, although the collective caretaker keeps an eye on everything full-time).

“It’s become this amazing playground,” Mr. Creighton says.

“A typical day in the summer: We have guests staying with us, generally. We pop down into the bay with crystal-clear water, take a barbeque with us, take our golf clubs down there and hit balls into the ocean and then go dive for them. Dolphins come and we’ll swim with the dolphins — an amazing experience. We’ll take the kayaks out and fish off the kayaks. We’ll come home in the evening, rest up, have dinner and a few drinks, and then go out that night and look for kiwis [which are nocturnal]. Especially for the kids, they come in and say, ‘This is the most amazing day we’ve ever had.

Wow, what a day!’”

Those days are endless on Roberton, which also has hiking trails to panoramic views of the bay, the Ponga Valley filled with lush forest, glassy lagoons with an underwater snorkeling trail and, of course, the playful dolphins who love to pay a visit themselves.

“We have swum with the dolphins for up to two hours,” Ms. Groark says of the friendly neighbors. “They come in to feed and do their morning circle around the island; if you happen to be on the water at the same time…it’s just magic.”

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THE WESTERN SIDE of the island is totally private, although Mr. Creighton and Ms. Groark never hesitate to invite wanderers up to Eagles for a few beers and to enjoy the magnificent views still unspoiled by bisecting concrete roads and other eyesores.

The only way to reach Roberton is by boat or helicopter; the pair has a convenient amphibious boat that drives like a car on land and right into the water. Despite how removed it is from the manmade, it’s only 15 minutes on a calm day to mainland Russell for dining and shopping.

“It is an adventure getting here, but once you get here you can just take a big sigh and let the island embrace you,” Ms. Groark says.

“Being out in nature — that’s what it’s all about.”

Mr. Creighton emphasizes that a place like Roberton is a rare find in today’s world. “You step on this island and your consumed by it,” he says. “You get off [the boat] and there’s birdsong, there’s trees.

The whole value of this place is not in the houses, it’s that the spot we live on is unequalled.”

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love Mexican food. It is highly personal, familial and unique to each geographic region. If you ask three Mexican chefs for their mole recipes, you will get three different ones based on the chefs’ origins.

Growing up in the suburbs of Boston, we did not eat much Mexican food; however, food was an essential part of my upbringing. My most treasured memories are cooking with my parents, planning gatherings with my mom and the occasions when my big family would come together for a meal. Those emotions inspired me to work in the culinary industry as a chef and be able to practice that ethos in the kitchens I worked in, which has translated to what my team and I do every day at Casa Playa at Wynn Las Vegas.

When I opened Casa Playa, a social fine-dining restaurant focusing on coastal Mexican cuisine inside Encore, in 2021,

our team positioned the concept around the incredible culture, cuisine and dining experiences we had while traveling and eating around coastal Mexico. We encountered playful food that encouraged interactive dining. This exploration sparked a fire within me that directly related to those core memories from my childhood and became the inspiration for the overall dining experience.

Since high school, I’d always wanted to be a chef. It was the only thing I was passionate about. Cooking Mexican food wasn’t my original plan, but the best part about my journey is that it has been unexpected. After attending the Culinary Institute of America, I worked in several New York kitchens: as a line cook at Marea, a sous chef at Alder and holding the position of corporate sous chef with Andrew Carmellini’s NoHo Hospitality Group.

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Daniela Soto-Innes recruited me to Cosme shortly after, where I worked alongside her and her culinary team. I had never cooked Mexican food before my time at Cosme, so I went into that kitchen with an open mind — and it blew me away. I was eating food I had never tasted with ingredients I’d never heard of. I was encouraged to cook chilies and spices aggressively. While it felt wrong, it was one of the most fun things to do in the kitchen. I had to teach the kitchen staff that unexpected flavors come from throwing out the rules taught in culinary school, and Ms. Soto-Innes lived by this motto. Plus, the culinary team, almost all women, was so driven and professional that it was incredible to be a part of it.

I made my way to Las Vegas when the Cosme team embarked on opening a Mexican concept at Wynn, not knowing anything about the city or having any expectations. Later, when offered the opportunity to help create a new concept with Wynn, I knew I had found my home. Las Vegas attracts some of the top culinary talent in the world beyond the marquee names on restaurant doors, and my goal has been to create more significant opportunities for women in the kitchen here. A small-yet-mighty collection of female executive chefs exists on the Strip, and I aim to amplify that representation through mentorship, hands-on education and promotion from within.

This is one of the beliefs I am most passionate about.

On the food front, I am enthralled by flavor. Mexican food is all about flavor, and I love experimenting with different ingredients, from corn to seafood to chilies.

One element that makes Casa Playa genuinely unique is our masa program. We have a dedicated masa team of four kitchen staff who work solely on producing our tortillas. On a busy night, we’ll go through 4,000 of them. We’ll cook between 110 to 165 pounds of corn, yielding 220 to 330 pounds of masa.

How we treat our corn is also unique, as we use heirloom varieties from Mexico that we procure from Masienda, which I’ve worked with for over 10 years. They purchase from small farms throughout Mexico, mainly in Oaxaca. Using their product is a way to give back to small Mexican farms and communities. We wouldn’t have access to it without Masienda liaising between these small farmers and restaurants.

WE USE EIGHT different varieties of corn and cook two different varieties daily. One is called Bolita, which refers to the corn’s shape.

It makes a delicious tortilla that holds onto hydration well. Especially in a dry environment like Las Vegas, you want a product that holds onto that. Corn varieties will dry differently; some will be good for tostadas, while others will be for tortillas or tamales.

To produce the masa, we put it through a giant mill with a 15-horsepower engine and two volcanic stones. I have a team member who mills and seasons the corn, ensuring it’s hydrated properly.

Through a process known as nixtamalization, the kitchen team cooks our corn in calcium hydroxide, or cooking lime, which changes the water’s pH. This causes the outer membrane of the corn to break down, creating a superfood high in essential nutrients. Two team members hand-press tortillas all night, and our mill expert also makes tostadas, enchiladas, tamales and all the miscellaneous masa products we serve.

While many of our dishes are a labor of love from start to finish, my favorite is the tamal, which I call my passion project. Most guests seek out the wagyu, lobster and other more protein-focused dishes.

I have had many tamales, and they’re all dense and rich. Instead of lard, I use coconut oil, and we whip it. It creates such a light and fluffy tamal with the beautiful heirloom masa. It’s unreal, and the perfect example of our kitchen family coming together.

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ruising the coast or open seas, traveling from island to sunkissed island, playing in the waves, parties in the marina.

With a yacht you can go almost anywhere there’s water — the world is certainly your oyster.

Many coastal and island destinations have become hot spots for the scene, with yachts coming in from all over the world to enjoy easy access to both water and land, perfect weather, gorgeous views and socializing with the boating community. Plus, high-end yachts of today offer unparalleled luxury on board, from sumptuous interiors to an endless array of options for family fun or entertaining a crowd.

“The freedom to explore and the privacy of your own floating sanctuary; yachting blends adventure, relaxation and the chance to create unforgettable experiences with family and friends,” says Jeronymo Kontonis, owner of real estate and yacht sales firm JK Property & Yachting in Greece.

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The yachting scene comes alive every summer, from May to September, in the waters around Greece — a prime spot for stopping at marinas and cruising around Athens, Mykonos and the Cyclades islands, Corfu and the Ionian islands, and Dodecanese islands. The entire Mediterranean is a global destination, with boats of all kinds coming from the United States, Middle East and Europe to sail through the sea’s clear waters past historic towns, scenic cliffs and islands.

Another sea, the Caribbean, attracts boats from all over the world seeking warmer weather throughout the winter and spring, many flocking to the tiny island of Saint Barthélemy. During the holiday season at the end of each year, the calm western waters of the island are covered in yachts. “You have the hills, you have the reefs, you have the bays and coves, you have the white sands, the beaches are beautiful,” says Christian Wattiau, chairman of Sibarth Real Estate, who arrived on the island from Europe by boat himself. “That’s part of the attractiveness of St. Barths — this beautiful scenery.”

Further north, in South Florida, yachts show up around the same time from North America’s east coast, South America and even California, traveling through the Panama Canal, to cruise both the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf. There are also plenty of hometown boats 150

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that enjoy access to the water past the state’s barrier island chains.

“It’s such a vibrant, dynamic boating scene,” says Lange Sykes, estate agent at Premier Estate Properties, who sells waterfront and boatready properties in Vero Beach, Florida, along with luxury boating gear through his company Riomar. The state’s shores are dotted with bars, restaurants and countless prominent yacht clubs. “There’s tons of different waterfront institutions where people will pull their boat up and have dinner or lunch and then go back out on the water,” Mr. Sykes adds.

In Greece, yachters also hang out at clubs, marinas and during social events throughout the season, including hosting their own onboard parties, cocktail events and dinners — luxury and relaxation on the water.

In St. Barths, the party often revolves around the numerous regattas and other races happening throughout the season.

“We have a lot of yachts that come here, even if they don’t want to race, to see the other boats and for the atmosphere — it’s a fun thing,” Mr. Wattiau says. “The council here organizes concerts, fireworks and parties every time there is a race. We have local boats mixing in with visitors’ boats and boats from other islands — there is something special in St. Barths — and everyone gets to meet in the evening for a few beers and the party.”

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Whatever draws them to the waters, boats also allow for exploring a different side of the land, from hidden beaches and caves in the Mediterranean to the breathtaking scenery of the Caribbean. “The yachting crowd can enjoy the island in a different way,” Mr. Wattiau says of St. Barths. “When you’re on the island, you stick to the roads. You go around the island by boat, and all of a sudden you notice that you have a lot more green space than you thought. You see very few houses.”

A yacht, of course, also has the ability to travel farther out to sea.

From St. Barths, that could mean visiting smaller, uninhabited islands, heading to Sint Maarten just for lunch or cruising to Anguilla, the Grenadines or even Virgin Islands for a few days. Florida, too, is a prime location to launch a multi-island Caribbean getaway by sea, with The Bahamas, Virgin Islands, St. Barths, Grenadines and the crystal-clear waters and opportunities for helicoptering friends and family aboard all within a yacht’s reach.

Across the Atlantic, “The Med’s rich culture and connectivity make it ideal for extended cruising,” Mr. Kontonis says. “Yachts offer freedom to explore multiple destinations, like Greek islands, Spanish islands and from Greece to Italy, Croatia and beyond. Owners anchor in secluded bays, visit historic sites or enjoy coastal restaurants.”

This freedom of movement, whether for a premier boat race, to meet with boater friends or for an extended holiday, is part of what makes yachting so unique.

“There is no other type of asset that affords the ultimate freedom that owning a yacht allows, whether it’s exploring remote beaches, islands, destinations that aren’t otherwise accessible — it’s a way to custom tailor an experience…that you just can’t get at a resort or someplace on land,” Mr. Sykes says.

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It’s not just customized travel that comes with a yacht; the boat itself is its own bespoke experience. When building your own, especially the bigger it gets, the options for what you have on board are endless, too.

“Maybe the coolest part is that it offers the opportunity to design your own ideal lifestyle and really customize the time that you spend on the water,” Mr. Sykes says. “Whatever you can dream of, you can build into a yacht.”

Special attention is increasingly paid to the boats’ floor plans, both outside and in. A yacht’s indoor spaces are carefully crafted by interior designers, often to its specific owner’s tastes and preferences. For example, Italian yacht manufacturer Azimut Benetti Group’s Benetti M/Y Asani B.Now 50-meter yacht features furniture, décor and artwork from around the world curated by its designer and owner. Plush bedrooms, stone-tiled baths and luxe upholstery — every detail makes time on the water feel as comfortable as anywhere on land. Onboard wellness amenities, such as gyms, spas, massage tables, steam rooms and saunas, are oft-requested as well.

Today’s yachts also often emphasize connection to the water.

The Azimut Fly 62 features an open, minimal floor plan to maximize views, along with a “Beach Cockpit” that offers unfettered access to the sea air. The Benetti Oasis M/Y Kahala 40-meter yacht has two wings that open up off the side of the “Oasis Deck” for a

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true above-water experience. Many other versions offer similar hydraulic platforms that expand access to the sea, whether that’s taking a dive or enjoying dinner right on top of the waves. Outdoor decks and terraces also come fully equipped with lounging, dining, entertaining and “beach club” areas along with pools and hot tubs for a soak in fresh water.

Along with the bells and whistles come the toys: waterslides, basketball and other sport courts, outdoor cinemas, helicopter pads.

Some of the largest megayachts even house their own smaller boats — maybe a 50-foot sailboat attached to one side and a motorboat on the other. A few yacht owners even have their own personal submarines or underwater scooters at the ready.

“We have some of the biggest motor yachts anchor here or pass by,” Mr. Wattiau says of St. Barths. “It’s totally amazing — there’s just about anything you can think of on these boats.”

If all of this sounds like a lot of upkeep — it is, especially so the bigger the boat gets. “On these big yachts you have crews, captains, private chefs, mechanics, everything you can imagine on board, so the cost of ownership is unlike anything else really,” Mr. Sykes points out. “It costs about 20 percent of the value of the boat per year to maintain it.” And although many decide, for good reason, that it’s all worth it, others opt to regularly charter a corporately owned yacht rather than make the investment.

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The Azimut Seadeck 7 can cruise up to 11 knots on purely electric power

Larger yachts like the Benetti M/Y Kahala offer multiple decks of amenities

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NO MATTER HOW one decides to enjoy the yachting life, a life on the water is one like no other. “At the end of the day, when you’re anchored somewhere and you’re outside in your cockpit, maybe with a glass of wine, you listen to the sounds, you see the view, you see the reflection of the lights on the surface of the water,” Mr. Wattiau muses. “There’s something very soothing, something very relaxing about that.”

Being offshore has a way of freeing you from the work, technology and hectic pace on land. And it lends the freedom to change the scenery whenever the mood strikes, to unwind and reset wherever you want.

As Mr. Sykes puts it, “If you’re on the water and you have the type of boat that can go anywhere, the whole world becomes your backyard.”

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or centuries, cultures worldwide have sought to halt the passage of time. Quests for eternal youth have always captivated humanity, inspiring various legends on the subject.

Ancient Greek historian Herodotus referenced life-extending waters in works detailing his travels to the land of Macrobians, today part of North Africa. Descriptions tied the native peoples’ long lifespans to the river from which they drank, the “Father of History” alluding to this stream as the potential source of perpetual vitality.

Later, the 16th-century expeditions of Spanish conquistador Juan Ponce de León were rumored to be guided by a search for such a “fountain of youth,” although the premise was later proven false, the invention of a rival looking to mar the leader’s reputation.

Though many are steeped in myth, tales such as these underscore the pervading, existential nature of our obsession with health and preservation. The messages behind these stories persist as present-day medical advances allow for revelations when it comes to the science behind aging.

Biological aging involves the complex interplay of numerous forces. Put simply, genes — made up of DNA that carry the instructions necessary for an organism’s ability to develop, survive and reproduce — are in constant need of repair. This is due, in large part, to the millions of instances of damage that genetic material is subjected to on a daily basis.

Take, for example, naturally occurring internal activities such as mitochondrial respiration, which produces free radicals that can cause harm, or the ongoing degradation of telomeres, the protective caps at the end of genes that help keep the overall chromosome thread containing DNA molecules intact; a small portion disappears every time a cell splits and, once short enough, the cell is prompted to stop dividing and die off, in turn expediting the aging process.

While a magical antidote for aging is yet to be discovered, there are now abundant proven ways to live healthier and longer

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Genetic material is also impaired by external sources, as is the case with cellular reactions to UV radiation from sunlight.

According to the World Health Organization, genetics are responsible for roughly 20 percent of lifespan variability, while lifestyle choices dictate 80 percent.

“The data is still that what we do environmentally is going to have a bigger impact than genetics in most cases,” says Dr. Neil Paulvin, a board-certified physician specializing in anti-aging and regenerative medicine. “There’s some evidence of certain [predispositions], like the Alzheimer’s gene, the genes for Huntington’s disease — certain ones that just outweigh anything else. But in most cases, for general health, environment outweighs [all else].”

The young body can more efficiently identify and repair this damage. The issue

comes as the system gets older. DNA damage accumulates over the years, rendering us less and less able to support proper organ function and increasingly susceptible to cancers and other diseases — and shortening lifespan.

Longevity experts like Dr. Paulvin are at the center of anti-aging conversations today. “We are looking for the best lifestyle changes, the appropriate medications and technology that can help people live healthier, more productive and, hopefully, longer lives,” Dr. Paulvin adds.

Shedding light on how senescence, oxidative stress, inflammation and alike processes contribute to the full picture, longevity experts pull from existing areas such as geroscience, the study of aging and related diseases, or genomics, which focuses more exclusively on genetic material.

Their goal is to build on the foundations

of age-old traditions, such as acupuncture, to provide actionable roadmaps for extending and improving quality of life, within reason.

“Right now, aging cannot be reversed,” Dr. Paulvin says. “We cannot make you younger. Signs of aging, like inflammation or wrinkles…we can fix, [but] we haven’t been able to make people, in theory, lose years. We can improve the heart, we can improve the brain, we can improve specific areas. But the body as a whole? Not yet.”

Recent insights on longevity hail from research conducted within particularly long-lived regions. The term “blue zones,” coined by author Dan Buettner, refers to global hotspots, some of which include Sardinia, Italy; Okinawa, Japan; Loma Linda, California; Nicoya, Costa Rica; and Ikaria, Greece, where individuals regularly reach 100.

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Researchers attribute this phenomenon to several factors, including daily movement such as walking, gardening, manual tasks and other weight-bearing exercises that maintain muscle mass and bone density, as well as plant-forward diets high in whole grains, vegetables, fruits and legumes, and low in processed foods.

Populations residing within blue zones also place emphasis on community, purpose and low-stress lifestyles. Strong social webs are among the most powerful predictors of well-being and isolation is commonly linked to a higher risk of cognitive decline and chronic diseases.

“Social networks have a uniquely potent impact [on health and longevity],” Mr. Buettner, bestselling author of The Blue Zones: Lessons for Living Longer From the People Who’ve Lived the Longest and a National Geographic Fellow, says. “The world’s longest-lived people are embedded in communities where healthy behaviors are the norm, where they feel supported and where they have purpose. People in strong social networks with shared values tend to adopt each other’s habits, often unconsciously, which has a profound impact on health over a lifetime.”

Blue-zone habits provide a model for combating the symptoms of aging, one that can, thankfully, be adopted by those outside the bounds of these regions.

“Urban planners and policymakers can integrate these principles into city design by prioritizing walkable neighborhoods, green spaces and community hubs,” Mr. Buettner advises. “Cities can implement ‘Complete Streets’ that are accessible to pedestrians and cyclists, promote local food markets and create parks and communal spaces that encourage people to connect and stay active.

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“We have worked with over 70 cities across the United States with our Blue Zones Projects that do exactly this,” he says.

“At the individual level, even small adaptations, like incorporating plants, natural light and open spaces into personal environments, can make a difference. People can walk or bike for short trips, join local community activities and share meals with friends and family regularly. These changes align with the ethos of blue zones without needing dramatic lifestyle overhauls.”

In the digital era, innovation also plays a central role in the longevity space. Breakthroughs in anti-aging technologies, such as stem cell therapy, senolytics — drugs that target aging cells — and advancements in gene editing are revolutionizing the field, holding promise for extended healthy lifespans.

Dr. Paulvin, host of the Life Optimized podcast, describes an excitement for the anti-aging and health benefits associated with type 2 diabetes medications such as Mounjaro and Ozempic. “We now know that those medications not only help with weight loss, but they can help decrease your drinking and smoking,” he says. “[GLP-1s] can help with sleep apnea and snoring. They can help heal your liver.

They can help reduce your risk of Alzheimer’s.

They help to recycle your cells and help your cellular health… and that’s [only] what we know so far.”

Whether adopting herbal medicines, drawing inspiration from blue zone lifestyles or embracing the latest biomarker evaluations, experts remind us to proceed with caution.

“THE BIGGEST misconception [about longevity and anti-aging] is probably that there’s one supplement or one piece of technology that’s going to overcome living poorly,” Dr. Paulvin says. “If you’re not sleeping well, exercising, dieting [or if you’re] ingesting toxins, then there’s nothing — no supplement or red-light therapy — that’s going to fix that.”

The fountain of youth is not to be found in a single, magical elixir, but rather in a collection of habits, mindsets and tools that can effectively empower us as we age.

“The goal is to create societies where long, healthy and fulfilling lives are attainable for all, not just a select few,” Mr. Buettner says. “I hope communities, cities and countries will adopt policies and build spaces that prioritize health and longevity, making these principles accessible and sustainable for future generations.”

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Sugar Hill, NH, USA USD $2,450,000 BADGER PEABODY & SMITH REALTY Franconia Office — 1 603 823 5700 info@badgerpeabodysmith.com Search JTTA on luxuryportfolio.com

19.06± acres with breathtaking Franconia Notch views! This timber frame home blends rustic charm with modern luxury. Open kitchen flows into the dining area, while a cozy sitting area with a wood stove offers warmth after a day on the slopes. Soaring great room with exposed beams, stone fireplace and full bar are perfect for entertaining. Private guest suite doubles as office, in-law or au pair space. Two-car garage, multi-bay shed, timber frame barn for hobbies or homesteading, generator, A/C, and basketball/pickleball court. Close to Cannon Mountain and I-93!

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Kings Head, Canada CAD $3,299,000 CAPE BRETON REALTY Beth Groom — +1 902 302 9850 beth@capebretonrealty.com Search KJFF on luxuryportfolio.com

Discover the Treehouse: an architectural masterpiece. Step into a world where nature meets luxury in a unique timber-frame home that redefines modern living. Crafted with exquisite wood and beams reclaimed from local barns, this stunning residence showcases unparalleled custom woodwork that celebrates craftsmanship. A magnificent white pine stands as the centerpiece, creating an inviting ambiance that harmonizes with its surroundings. Experience open spaces, soaring ceilings and a seamless flow from indoor to outdoor living.

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Newberry, FL, USA USD $2,100,000 BOSSHARDT REALTY SERVICES, LLC Cathy Lentz — +1 352 317 5284 cathylentz@bosshardtrealty.com Search DKGR on luxuryportfolio.com

Nestled in The Grove’s exclusive gated community, this 5,000-plus-square-foot estate on five-plus acres exudes luxury. Featuring travertine flooring, soaring ceilings and abundant natural light, it offers five spacious bedrooms, including a lavish primary suite with a double-sided fireplace. A newly updated gourmet kitchen flows into elegant living spaces with gas fireplaces. Outside, enjoy a resort-style pool, spa, covered patio and outdoor fireplace. With Control4 automation, this home blends sophistication, comfort and modern convenience.

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Bernardsville Boro, NJ, USA

Playa Grande, Costa Rica

USD $2,200,000

USD $1,995,000

TURPIN REAL ESTATE, INC. Gerry-Jo Cranmer — +1 908 234 9100 gerryjo@turpinrealtors.com

KRAIN COSTA RICA REAL ESTATE Sarah & Peter Breitlander — +1 866 994 9163 info@kraincostarica.com

Search YCFC on luxuryportfolio.com

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San Miguel de Allende, Mexico

Barrington, RI, USA

USD $1,990,000

USD $1,950,000

CDR BIENES RAICES SAN MIGUEL Jim Dolan — +52 415 153 3653 jim@cdrsanmiguel.com

RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES LTD. Lauren Schaller — +1 401 332 6636 lschaller@residentialproperties.com

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Asheville, NC, USA USD $1,995,000 ALLEN TATE/BEVERLY-HANKS, REALTORS Imagine WNC — +1 828 900 1650 imagine.wnc@allentate.com Search PVEW on luxuryportfolio.com

The Huvard House is a stunning masterpiece meticulously restored to a quintessential blend of historic charm and modern luxury. Winner of the Griffin Award for Historic Preservation, this grand home represents North Asheville living at its finest. You’ll be captivated by the unique details: art deco tiles, hand-painted Italianate flooring and sculptured plaster walls that showcase exceptional craftsmanship. This timeless treasure is where history meets luxury in perfect harmony.

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Cape Breton Island, Canada CAD $2,700,000 CAPE BRETON REALTY Olena Stutzinger — +1 902 302 3055 olena@capebretonrealty.com Search CNBT on luxuryportfolio.com

Welcome to Golden View Drive in Cape Breton, a secluded 343-acre estate with stunning views of UNESCO-designated Bras D’Or Lake and a six-acre waterfront parcel with prime beachline. This unique property features a newly constructed modern home with a self-sufficient guest wing and a five-car garage with workspace. A guesthouse is just a two-minute walk away. Outdoor amenities include a barbecue gazebo, hiking trails and animal houses — all on your own land! This rare property offers limitless possibilities for development or privacy.

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Lush landscaping overlooks waterfalls from this townhome in The Meadow enclave, among the most sought-after in The Cliffs at Walnut Cove. Ideal for full-time or seasonal residence, the updated contemporary color palette and recent customizations includes a stunning glass foyer entrance welcoming your guests and showcasing the beauty within. Massive pocket doors retract, creating a special indoor/outdoor experience. The open, primary-on-main floor plan with its vaulted ceiling balances gracious and cozy living spaces. Available membership to The Cliffs.

Arden, NC, USA USD $1,825,000 ALLEN TATE/BEVERLY-HANKS, REALTORS Kyle Olinger — +1 828 712 5953 kyle@walnutcoverealty.com Search OXFH on luxuryportfolio.com

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Fairview, NC, USA USD $1,799,000 ALLEN TATE/BEVERLY-HANKS, REALTORS Diane Duermit — +1 828 337 1747 diane.duermit@allentate.com Search DUGT on luxuryportfolio.com

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Situated within the prestigious gated enclave of The Willows, this exquisite 6,675-square-foot estate seamlessly blends old-world charm with modern sophistication. Resting on a pristine 0.72-acre lot, mature trees provide ultimate privacy for the manicured backyard and stunning outdoor living spaces, complete with fireplaces for year-round enjoyment. Inside, open-concept interiors offer a refined yet inviting ambiance. A gourmet kitchen, freshly painted interiors and a lavish lower-level retreat with a private theater and custom bar elevate this true luxury home.

Waynesville, NC, USA USD $1,799,000 ALLEN TATE/BEVERLY-HANKS, REALTORS McElroy Ellege & Co. — +1 828 487 0380 mcelroy.ellege@allentate.com Search PIKY on luxuryportfolio.com

Perched on three-plus acres along the 11th fairway of Laurel Ridge Country Club, this English-style estate offers 20-mile ridgeline views. Designed for refined mountain living, it boasts a gourmet kitchen, indoor and outdoor entertaining, and a luxe primary suite with an onyx-adorned bath. A study, family room, guest suites and a terrace-level retreat add versatility. The manicured grounds feature vibrant gardens, a creek and serene beauty — just minutes from Waynesville and 32 miles from Asheville. A rare mountain luxury opportunity.

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Cape George, Canada CAD $1,790,000 CAPE BRETON REALTY Sherry MacLeod — +1 902 227 7533 sherry@capebretonrealty.com Search MZBW on luxuryportfolio.com

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Escape to paradise in Cape George Estates! This stunning home, featuring a spacious guesthouse, is nestled on a picturesque peninsula in Bras D’or Lake. Experience breathtaking views and serene surroundings, with easy access to a nearby village for shopping and dining. Adventure awaits with direct ocean access by boat, perfect for exploring the beautiful coastline.

The expansive grounds provide an ideal setting for entertaining or enjoying peaceful evenings. Don’t miss this exceptional opportunity to own a slice of tranquility.

Dollard-des-Ormeaux, Canada CAD $2,499,000 M IMMOBILIER Alexander Mariani — +1 514 349 9338 amariani@mmontreal.com Search HVXY on luxuryportfolio.com

Experience unparalleled luxury living in this exquisite residence. Every corner of this home exudes elegance and sophistication, from the grand entrance to the meticulously designed interiors. This residence is a true masterpiece of luxury living in Dollard-des-Ormeaux’s most desirable neighborhood. Indulge in the finest features and finishes, and immerse yourself in the ultimate comfort and opulence that this home has to offer. Live the life of luxury in this prestigious 4,300-plus-square-foot residence that redefines upscale living.

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Fremont, CA, USA

Gorham, NH, USA

USD $1,688,000

USD $1,640,000

INTERO REAL ESTATE SERVICES EAST BAY Nida Adil — +1 510 284 7737 nadil@intero.com

BADGER PEABODY & SMITH REALTY Berlin/Gorham Office — +1 603 752 6000 info@badgerpeabodysmith.com

Search GOUS on luxuryportfolio.com

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Jamestown, RI, USA

Waynesville, NC, USA

USD $1,625,000

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USD $1,395,000

RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES LTD. Jami Krause — +1 401 864 1282 jami@residentialproperties.com

ALLEN TATE/BEVERLY-HANKS, REALTORS Ellen Sither — +1 828 734 8305 ellen.sither@allentate.com

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Miami, FL, USA USD $1,471,900 CERVERA REAL ESTATE Jake Lecce — +1 917 510 6255 jakelecce@cervera.com Search ZLZQ on luxuryportfolio.com

The Rider Residences, a new-construction development in Miami nestled between Midtown, Edgewater, the Design District and Wynwood, are fully furnished residences with no rental restrictions. It allows for multi-use living — reside in one section, rent the other or combine for a spacious retreat. Enjoy premium amenities: a private beach club, rooftop pool, wellness center, sauna, hamam and cold plunges, plus the exclusive Rider Link App for seamless owner management. Interiors boast high-end finishes and smart layouts. Anchored

by Whole Foods Market and Equinox.

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Delray Beach, FL, USA USD $1,450,000 BALISTRERI REAL ESTATE Kevin O’Neil — +1 954 857 3119 kevinoneilrealtor@gmail.com Search ZRPP on luxuryportfolio.com

Experience luxury in this stunning 2022 Geneva Model in Polo Trace 2.

This 3,460-square-foot home features four bedrooms, four baths and more than $150,000 in custom upgrades. The gourmet kitchen with custom cabinetry and quartz countertops is a chef’s dream.

The first-floor primary suite offers a spa-like en-suite. Enjoy privacy, serene waterfront views and a screened saltwater pool and spa.

Upstairs, a loft and fourth bedroom with en-suite await. Polo Trace offers five-star amenities, including pools, racquet sports and a clubhouse.

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Arden, NC, USA USD $1,395,000 ALLEN TATE/BEVERLY-HANKS, REALTORS Kyle Olinger — +1 828 712 5953 kyle@walnutcoverealty.com Search GKQF on luxuryportfolio.com

Never before offered until now, even 23 years ago when The Cliffs at Walnut Cove originally launched, this 14.97-acre mountainside parcel is awash in southeastern exposure and beautiful views. The estate climbs from 2,400 to 2,700-plus feet in elevation, where it borders Pisgah National Forest. Enjoy the privacy of this singularly sizeable parcel while mere moments to Walnut Cove’s main gate. Prepare to avail yourself of all the luxury recreational pursuits available through membership in The Cliffs clubs. Ideally suited for the grandest of estates or a mountainside compound.

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Dublin, CA, USA

Clearwater Beach, FL, USA

USD $1,369,000

USD $1,350,000

INTERO REAL ESTATE SERVICES EAST BAY Kim Deol — +1 510 760 0970 Kdeol@intero.com

SMITH & ASSOCIATES REAL ESTATE The Wood Team — +1 813 451 9761 thewoodteam@smithandassociates.com

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Mill Spring, NC, USA

North Conway, NH, USA

USD $1,300,000

USD $1,275,000

ALLEN TATE/BEVERLY-HANKS, REALTORS H. Chambers/J. Murphy — +1 828 699 5914 brightscreek.team@allentate.com

BADGER PEABODY & SMITH REALTY North Conway Office — 1 603 356 5757 info@badgerpeabodysmith.com

Search XIZQ on luxuryportfolio.com

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Gulfport, FL, USA

Sapphire, NC, USA

USD $1,275,000

USD $1,249,000

SMITH & ASSOCIATES REAL ESTATE Clare Merrick — +1 315 345 0743 cmerrick@smithandassociates.com

ALLEN TATE/PAT ALLEN REALTY GROUP Kelly Ramsay — +1 828 556 1252 kelly.ramsay@allentate.com

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Clearwater Beach, FL, USA

Calgary, Canada

USD $1,200,000

CAD $1,399,000

SMITH & ASSOCIATES REAL ESTATE The Wood Team — +1 813 451 9761 thewoodteam@smithandassociates.com

CIR REALTY C. Worth/T. McKay — +1 403 971 8880 chrissie@mckay-worth.com

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Rochester, MN, USA USD $1,150,000 EDINA REALTY HOME SERVICES EXCEPTIONAL PROPERTIES DIVISION Kelly Calvert — +1 507 261 2632 kellycalvert@edinarealty.com Search LHND on luxuryportfolio.com

Stunning custom home with breathtaking lake views. This four-bedroom, four-bathroom home boasts an open floor plan, a spacious living room with fireplace and large windows, kitchen with Cambria countertops, stainless steel appliances and island. The main-level primary suite has private primary bathroom. The lower level features a custom fireplace with floorto-ceiling stone, wet bar, in-floor radiant heat, sauna and rec room. Enjoy a lakeside patio with dock included. Fully updated and move-in ready — don’t miss this rare opportunity to own on Autumn Lake!

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Peaceful lakefront property with mountain views on Lake Adger.

This hideaway offers soft lake breezes and a sanctuary from city life.

Includes a private floating dock and over 300 feet of lakefront.

Stylish interior with soaring ceilings along with African mahogany and steel accents throughout, perfectly highlighted by modern light fixtures. The main-level screened porch is ideal for relaxing and the open-concept living space makes for easy entertaining. The terracelevel family room has its own fireplace and walks out to a tiered patio.

Life is better at the lake!

Mill Spring, NC, USA USD $1,050,000 ALLEN TATE/BEVERLY-HANKS, REALTORS Chris & Annie Battista — +1 828 243 2555 battista.realestate@allentate.com Search PDYP on luxuryportfolio.com

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St George’s Channel, Canada CAD $1,485,000 CAPE BRETON REALTY Tanja Wypper — +1 902 631 0782 tanja@capebretonrealty.com Search KXDA on luxuryportfolio.com

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Brand-new waterfront home, minutes from Dundee Golf Resort on the Bras D’or Lake. This stunning, eco-friendly home combines function with style. Perfect for watersports, sailing, fishing and scuba diving, it is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. At the heart of the home is the chef’s kitchen and spacious pantry. Offered below construction cost, it features an incredible home theater with its own kitchenette. The heated garage includes a dog-wash station and two electric fast-charging stations.

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MEMBER COMPANIES Anguilla

Sunshine Properties | See Sint Maarten

Antigua and Barbuda

Carribean Luxury Villas | St. Philip caribbeanluxuryvillas.co

Argentina

CENTRAL MAXRE SRL REAL ESTATE Buenos Aires | maxre.com.ar

Australia

Belle Property Australia | Sydney belleproperty.com

Austria

von Poll Immobilien GmbH | See Germany

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Bahamas Realty Limited | Nassau bahamasrealty.com Keys Bahamas Realty | Freeport keysbahamas.com

Barbados

One Caribbean Estates | Holetown onecaribbeanestates.com

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Immobiliere Le Lion | Brussels immo-lelion.be Page: 123

British Virgin Islands

Smiths Gore Limited | Tortola smithsgore.com Page: 133

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Unique Estates Ltd. | Sofia | ues.bg/en Page: 137

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Czech Republic

Italy

Atlante Properties S.r.l. | Venice atlanteproperties.com/eng/index.php

Philip & Frank | Prague philip-frank.com Page: 94

Cofim Immobiliare VR | Verona cofimimmobiliare.it/ Page: 128

Rimrock Real Estate | Edmonton rimrockrealestate.ca

Giorgio Viganò Real Estate | Milan giorgiovigano.com

BRITISH COLUMBIA Macdonald Realty Ltd. | Vancouver macrealty.com Page: 128

Maior Capital | Olbia | maiorcapital.com Marco Badalla — Property At Lake Como Lake Como | propertyatlakecomo.com

Whistler Real Estate Ltd. | Whistler whistlerrealestate.ca Page: 42

Stresa Luxury Real Estate | Stresa stresa.biz Page: 38

NOVA SCOTIA Cape Breton Realty | St. Peter’s capebrentonrealty.com Page: 162, 166, 170, 180 Del Mar Realty Inc. Canso and Guysborough County delmarrealty.ca

ONTARIO Bosley Real Estate Ltd., Brokerage | Toronto bosleyrealestate.com Bowes & Cocks Ltd., Brokerage Peterborough | bowesandcocks.com Harvey Kalles Real Estate | Toronto harveykalles.com Page: 46 REVEL Realty Inc Brokerage | Niagara Falls revelrealty.ca

QUÉBEC M Immobilier | Montreal mrealestate.com Page: 171

Cayman Islands

IRG — International Realty Group Ltd. Grand Cayman | irgcayman.com Page: 86

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France

Belles Demeures de France | Paris belles-demeures-de-france.com Daniel FEAU Conseil Immobilier, SA | Paris danielfeau.com Espaces Atypiques | Paris espaces-atypiques.com Riviera Keys | Cannes | rivierakeys.com

Germany

von Poll Immobilien GmbH | Frankfurt Additional Areas Served: Austria, Spain von-poll.com

Greece

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Mauritius

Park Lane Properties | Tamarin | parklane.mu

JK Property & Yachting | Athens jkproperty.gr Page: 38

Ireland

Colliers | Dublin | colliers.com/en-ie Page: 48

Mexico

CDR Bienes Raices San Miguel San Miguel de Allende | cdrsanmiguel.com Page: 164 P.V. Realty, S.A. de C.V. | Puerto Vallarta pvre.com REmexico Real Estate Cabo San Lucas | caborealestate.com Page: 81

Costa Rica

KRAIN Costa Rica Real Estate Guanacaste | kraincostarica.com Page: 88, 138, 164

New Zealand

Barfoot & Thompson | Auckland barfoot.co.nz Page: 43, 94

LX Costa Rica | San Jose | lxcostarica.com Page: 36

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Ganahl Immobilien AG | Widnau dermakler.ch Page: 79

Casaiberia Real Estate | Lagoa, Algarve casaiberia.com Page: 130

Ginesta Immobilien | Küsnacht ginesta.ch

Modern | Lisbon | mod-ern.com

Nobilis Estate AG | Zug nobilis-estate.com Page: 39, 41, 44, 90, 124, 128, 129

ORIA Advisors | Lisbon | oriaadvisors.com

Puerto Rico

LUXE, Reality Realty Luxury Division San Juan | realityrealtypr.com

Walde Immobilien AG | Zurich | walde.ch Page: 37

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South Africa

Chas Everitt International Property Group Johannesburg | chaseveritt.co.za Jawitz Properties Ltd. | Johannesburg jawitz.co.za Page: 83

Spain

Rimontgó | Alicante | rimontgo.com

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von Poll Immobilien GmbH | See Germany Page: 120

Walde Immobilien AG | Zollikon walde.ch WETAG Consulting | Locarno wetag.ch Page: 82

Turks and Caicos

Grace Bay Realty Grace Bay | turksandcaicosrealestate.com

United Arab Emirates

Betterhomes LLC | Dubai bhomes.com

Savoir Prive Properties | Dubai savoirproperties.com

United Kingdom

Jones Lang LaSalle | London internationalresidential.jll.com.sg

Saint Barthélemy

Sibarth Real Estate | Gustavia sibarthrealestate.com Page: 34, 77, 84

The London Broker | London thelondonbroker.com

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Sunshine Properties | Cole Bay Additional Areas Served: Saint Martin, Anguilla sunshine-properties.com

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COMPTOIR IMMOBILIER GROUP | Geneva comptoir-immo.ch Doris Bader Immobilien | Lucerne domba.ch Page: 45 FGP Swiss & Alps | Geneva fgp-swissandalps.com

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Sea Glass Properties | St. Thomas seaglassproperties.com Page: 36, 81, 87, 121

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Hilton & Hyland Real Estate Beverly Hills | hiltonhyland.com

ALABAMA

Intero Real Estate Services — East Bay Fremont | interosfeastbay.com Page: 172, 176

CRYE-LEIKE Real Estate Services See Tennessee Roberts Brothers Inc. | Mobile Robertsbrothers.com

John L. Scott Real Estate | See Washington Pinnacle Estate Properties, Inc. Northridge | pinnacleestate.com Vanguard Properties | San Francisco vanguardproperties.com Village Properties | Montecito villagesite.com Willis Allen Real Estate | San Diego willisallen.com Windermere Signature Properties Sacramento | windermereca.com

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ARIZONA Arizona Best Real Estate | Scottsdale arizonabest.com

Howard Hanna | Rand Realty See New York

Long Realty Company | Tucson longrealty.com

William Raveis Real Estate | Shelton Additional Areas Served: FL, MA, ME, NY, RI, SC, VT raveis.com Page: 43, 87, 130, 131

ARK ANSAS CRYE-LEIKE Real Estate Services See Tennessee unsplash.com

CALIFORNIA Bailey Properties | Aptos baileyproperties.com

COLORADO

Bennion Deville Homes Rancho Mirage | bdhomes.com Chase International | See Nevada Dickson Realty | See Nevada Estate Properties | Palos Verdes Estates estateproperties.com Page: 80, 135 First Team Real Estate | Newport Beach firstteam.com

DELAWARE Long & Foster® Real Estate, Inc. See Virginia

Bluebird Real Estate | Crested Butte bbre1.com Page: 130

Patterson-Schwartz Real Estate Hockessin | Additional Areas Served: MD, PA pattersonschwartz.com

The Group Real Estate | Fort Collins thegroupinc.com

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Kentwood Real Estate | Denver

Long & Foster® Real Estate, Inc. See Virginia

kentwood.com Platinum Group, REALTORS® Colorado Springs | platinumhomesales.com PorchLight Real Estate Group | Denver porchlightgroup.com

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Slifer Smith & Frampton Real Estate Eagle, Summit & Pitkin Counties | Avon slifersmithandframpton.com Page: 32, 122 WK Real Estate | Boulder | wkre.com

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MEMBER COMPANIES FLORIDA Amelia Island Real Estate Services Amelia Island | ameliaislandrealestate.net Balistreri Real Estate | Boca-Ft.Lauderdale balistreri.com Page: 160, 174 Bosshardt Realty Services | Gainesville bosshardtrealty.com Page: 163 Brown Harris Stevens — Palm Beach Palm Beach | bhsusa.com/palm-beach Cervera Real Estate | Miami cervera.com Page: 44, 126, 173 Coastal Properties Group International Clearwater Beach coastalpgi.com CRYE-LEIKE Real Estate Services See Tennessee Dale Sorensen Real Estate, Inc. Vero Beach sorensenrealestate.com

The Keyes Company | Miami keyes.com Page: 92, 93 Levin Rinke Realty | Pensacola Beach levinrinkerealty.com Lost Tree Realty | Palm Beach Gardens losttreerealty.com Michael Saunders & Company | Sarasota michaelsaunders.com Page: 49, 124 Premier Estate Properties, Inc. Boca Raton premierestateproperties.com Page: 78 The Premier Property Group Panama City Beach thepremierpropertygroup.com Premier Realty Group | Stuart premierrealtygroup.com Royal Shell Real Estate | Fort Myers royalshellrealestate.com

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GEORGIA Ansley Real Estate Christie’s International Real Estate | Atlanta ansleyatlanta.com CRYE-LEIKE Real Estate Services See Tennessee Harry Norman, Realtors® | Atlanta harrynorman.com The Norton Agency | Gainesville gonorton.com Sea Island Properties | St. Simons Island seaislandproperties.com Watson Realty Corp. | See Florida

HAWAII Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers Princeville | hawaiilife.com

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Fannie Hillman + Associates, Inc. | Orlando fanniehillman.com Florida Executive Realty | Tampa floridaexecutiverealty.com Illustrated Properties Real Estate, Inc. Palm Beach Gardens | ipre.com John R. Wood Christie’s International Real Estate | Naples-Ft. Myers johnrwood.com

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Smith & Associates Real Estate Tampa-St. Petersburg smithandassociates.com Page: 76, 160, 176, 177 Watson Realty Corp. | Jacksonville-Orlando Additional Areas Served: GA watsonrealtycorp.com William Raveis Real Estate See Connecticut Page: 30, 36, 38, 45, 49, 85, 91, 94, 124

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Amherst Madison Real Estate Advisors Boise | amherstmadisonlegacy.com

NP Dodge Real Estate | See Nebraska

John L. Scott Real Estate | See Washington Windermere Real Estate — Mountain West See Washington

K ANSAS ReeceNichols Real Estate | Leawood Additional Areas Served: MO reecenichols.com

ILLINOIS @properties Christie’s International Real Estate | Chicago Additional Areas Served: IN, MI, WI atproperties.com Page: 45, 81, 87, 91 Baird & Warner | Chicago bairdwarner.com F.C. Tucker Company | See Indiana john greene Realtor | Naperville johngreenerealtor.com

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McColly Real Estate | See Indiana

MAINE

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Aland Realty | See New Hampshire

KENTUCK Y

Badger Peabody & Smith Realty See New Hampshire

CRYE-LEIKE Real Estate Services See Tennessee F.C. Tucker Company | See Indiana

Portside Real Estate Group | Falmouth portsiderealestategroup.com Town & Shore Real Estate | Portland townandshore.com

LOUISIANA Rêve | Realtors New Orleans | reverealtors.com

William Raveis Real Estate | See Connecticut

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INDIANA @properties | See Illinois Cressy & Everett Real Estate | South Bend Additional Areas Served: MI cressyeverett.com

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F.C. Tucker Company | Indianapolis Additional Areas Served: IL, KY talktotucker.com

MARYLAND Howard Hanna Real Estate Services See Pennsylvania

Howard Hanna Real Estate Services See Pennsylvania

Long & Foster® Real Estate, Inc. See Virginia

McColly Real Estate | Schererville Additional Areas Served: IL mccolly.com

Patterson-Schwartz & Associates, Inc. See Delaware unsplash.com

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Advisors Living | Boston | advisorsliving.com

NP Dodge Real Estate | Omaha Additional Areas Served: IA npdodge.com

Andrew Abu Inc. REALTORS® Northborough andrewabu.com Churchill Properties | Manchester churchillprop.com Jack Conway | Norwell | jackconway.com Lillian Montalto Signature Properties Andover-N. Andover | andoverhomes.com Residential Properties Ltd. See Rhode Island

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Sandpiper Realty | Martha’s Vineyard sandpiperrealty.com Page: 85 Stone House Properties | West Stockbridge Additional Areas Served: NY stonehouseproperties.com

MINNESOTA Edina Realty Home Services Exceptional Properties Division | Minneapolis-St. Paul Additional Areas Served: WI edinarealty.com Page: 49, 178 Fazendin Realtors | Minneapolis-St. Paul fazhomes.com

William Raveis Real Estate See Connecticut Page: 160

MISSISSIPPI CRYE-LEIKE Real Estate Services See Tennessee

MISSOURI Janet McAfee Real Estate | St. Louis janetmcafee.com

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NEVADA Chase International | Reno Additional Areas Served: CA chaseinternational.com Dickson Realty | Reno Additional Areas Served: CA dicksonrealty.com Wardley Real Estate | Las Vegas wardleyre.com

ReeceNichols Real Estate | See Kansas

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MICHIGAN Charles Reinhart Company | Ann Arbor reinhartrealtors.com Cressy & Everett Real Estate | See Indiana Howard Hanna Real Estate Services See Pennsylvania Max Broock REALTORS maxbroock.com

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| Birmingham

Real Estate One, Inc. | Southfield realestateone.com

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MONTANA Windermere Real Estate — Mountain West See Washington unsplash.com

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NEW MEXICO

NORTH CAROLINA

Santa Fe Properties | Santa Fe santafeproperties.com

Allen Tate Company Charlotte-Greensboro-Raleigh Additional Areas Served: SC allentate.com

NEW YORK Brown Harris Stevens — Hamptons The Hamptons bhsusa.com/the-hamptons Brown Harris Stevens — NYC | New York Additional Areas Served: CT, NJ bhsusa.com/new-york-city Houlihan Lawrence Real Estate Rye Brook | houlihanlawrence.com Page: 44, 45, 85

Allen Tate Company — Ashe High Country Realty West Jefferson ashecountyrealestate.com Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks, Realtors Asheville | beverly-hanks.com Page: 125, 127, 132, 136, 138, 139, 165, 167, 168, 169, 172, 175, 176, 179

Howard Hanna | Coach Realtors Long Island | coachrealtors.com

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NEW HAMPSHIRE Aland Realty | Portsmouth Additional Area Served: ME alandrealty.com Badger Peabody & Smith Realty Additional Areas Served: ME, VT Franconia badgerpeabodysmith.com Page: 161, 172, 176

NEW JERSEY Brown Harris Stevens | See New York Howard Hanna | Rand Realty See New York Page: 128, 138

Howard Hanna | Rand Realty Nanuet, NY Additional Areas Served: CT, NJ randrealty.com Page: 91, 131 Howard Hanna Real Estate Services See Pennsylvania Page: 47 Laffey Real Estate | Greenvale | laffey.com Stone House Properties See Massachusetts

Allen Tate Company — Pat Allen Group Highlands | patallenrealtygroup.com Page: 177 Bluewater Real Estate | Emerald Isle bluewaternc.com

Terrie O’Connor REALTORS® See New Jersey

Cottingham Chalk | Charlotte Additional Areas Served: SC cottinghamchalk.com

William Raveis Real Estate See Connecticut Page: 43 Wright Bros. Real Estate | Nyack wrightinnyack.com

Lois Schneider Realtor | Summit loisschneiderrealtor.com

Dickens Mitchener Charlotte | Additional Areas Served: SC dickensmitchener.com Fonville Morisey/Long & Foster® Real Estate Raleigh-Durham | fmrealty.com Howard Hanna Real Estate Services See Pennsylvania

Long & Foster® Real Estate, Inc. See Virginia

Intracoastal Realty Corporation Wilmington | intracoastalrealty.com

Resources Real Estate | Rumson resourcesrealestate.com

Long & Foster® Real Estate, Inc. See Virginia

Terrie O’Connor Realtors | Ramsey Additional Areas Served: NY tocr.com

Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc. Realtors Southport | margaretrudd.com PROACTIVE Real Estate | Holden Beach proactiverealestate.com

Turpin Real Estate, Inc. | Far Hills turpinrealtors.com Page: 131, 164 Weichert, Realtors | Morris Plains, NJ Weichert.com

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Silver Creek Real Estate Group | Cashiers ncliving.com

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MEMBER COMPANIES PENNSYLVANIA Howard Hanna Real Estate Services Pittsburgh Additional Areas Served: IN, MI, MD, NC, NJ, NY, OH, VA, WV howardhanna.com Lewith & Freeman Real Estate Kingston | lewith-freeman.com Long & Foster® Real Estate, Inc. See Virginia unsplash.com

Patterson-Schwartz Real Estate See Delaware stock.adobe.com

OHIO Cutler Real Estate | Canton cutlerhomes.com

Dunes Real Estate | Hilton Head Island dunesrealestate.com

Howard Hanna Real Estate Services See Pennsylvania

Garden City Realty | Garden City gardencityrealty.com

OKLAHOMA

Lowcountry Real Estate | Beaufort lowcountryrealestate.com

Chinowth and Cohen Realtors | Tulsa cctulsa.com

Weichert Realtors® — Coastal Properties Hilton Head Island | weichertcp.com William Raveis Real Estate | See Connecticut unsplash.com

RHODE ISLAND Residential Properties Ltd. Providence-Narragansett Additional Areas Served: MA residentialproperties.com Page: 164, 172

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William Raveis Real Estate See Connecticut

SOUTH CAROLINA

OREGON John L. Scott Real Estate | See Washington Windermere Real Estate | See Washington

Allen Tate Company | See North Carolina Carolina One Real Estate | Charleston carolinaonerealestate.com Carriage Properties | Charleston carriageprop.com

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TENNESSEE

Charter One Realty | Hilton Head Island charteronerealty.com

CRYE-LEIKE Real Estate Services | Memphis Additional Areas Served: AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, MO, MS, OK | crye-leike.com

Cottingham Chalk | See North Carolina

Fletcher Bright Realty | Chattanooga fletcherbrighthomes.com

Dickens Mitchener See North Carolina

Wallace Real Estate | Knoxville wallacetn.com

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UTAH

WASHINGTON

Windermere Real Estate — Utah Salt Lake City windermere.com Page: 35, 40, 94, 129

John L. Scott Real Estate | Seattle-Tacoma Additional Areas Served: CA, ID, OR johnlscott.com

VERMONT Pall Spera Company REALTORS,® LLC Stowe | pallspera.com Badger Peabody & Smith Realty See New Hampshire

Windermere Real Estate | Seattle Additional Areas Served: OR windermere.com Windermere Real Estate — Mountain West Spokane Additional Areas Served: ID, MT, OR experiencewindermere.com

William Raveis Real Estate See Connecticut Page: 131

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TEX AS Allie Beth Allman & Associates | Dallas alliebeth.com Dave Perry Miller, an Ebby Halliday Company Dallas | daveperrymiller.com Ebby Halliday Companies | Dallas ebby.com

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Greenwood King Properties | Houston greenwoodking.com

WEST VIRGINIA Howard Hanna Real Estate Services See Pennsylvania

Moreland Properties | Austin moreland.com

Long & Foster® Real Estate, Inc. See Pennsylvania

Nan & Co Properties | Houston nanproperties.com

WISCONSIN

Phyllis Browning Company | San Antonio phyllisbrowning.com

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VIRGINIA

WestMark, Realtors® | Lubbock westmarkrealtors.com Williams Trew, an Ebby Halliday Company Fort Worth | williamstrew.com

Allen Tate Company — Ashe High Country Realty See South Carolina

@properties | See Illinois Edina Realty | See Minnesota Shorewest REALTORS® | Milwaukee shorewest.com

Howard Hanna Real Estate Services See Pennsylvania Howard Hanna | Roy Wheeler Realty Company Charlottesville | howardhanna.com Joyner Fine Properties Richmond-Petersburg joynerfineproperties.com Liz Moore & Associates | Williamsburg lizmoore.com

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Long & Foster® Real Estate, Inc. | Chantilly Additional Areas Served: DC, DE, MD, NC, NJ, PA, WV longandfoster.com

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BACK YARD

Luxury homes are known for their fabulous facades, but sometimes there’s something even more spectacular to be seen from the view out back.

Past the gated entrance and grandly manicured grounds of this classic estate in the heart of Connecticut’s Mid-Country, you will find a peaceful, 19-acre retreat forested with mature trees.

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Location

GREENWICH, CONNECTICUT, U.S.

Price

USD $24,950,000

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