Perfect Homes International Magazine Nº11

PERFECT

Homes

I N T E R N AT I O N A L

WORLDWIDE PROPERTY BIBLE

R E A L E S TAT E

•

INTERIOR DESIGN

ISSUE 11 2014 EU €4.95 UK £4.50

•

GARDENS

•

FURNITURE

BESPOKE

HOME INTERIORS The latest trends and styles

LUXURY REAL ESTATE From the most desirable places in the world

GE T

IT

IN STORES

E NAELW OGU

O

R

PT .ES

CATOUT NOW

CE AT B OC O N

It’s more than a new collection It’s a concept See our new collection in store now

We want you to make the most out of your space. That's why the new 2015 collection can be customised to fit your needs. That’s why you can pick materials and colours to suit your style. And that's why our professional Concepters provide interior decoration service to make your dream home come true. Visit our stores and let our Concepters make the most out of your space.

BoConcept MĂĄlaga Ctra. de Mijas km 3,5 29650 Mijas +34 951 242 092 malaga@boconcept.es www.boconcept.es

Fine carpets, luxurious fabrics, hand made embroidery, exquisite high quality furniture, mosaics, glassware and accessories and much more...

Alexanders’Collection Spain Luxury Home

Opening hours: Monday - Saturday 11:00 - 20:00 Ctra. n-340, Km 176, Edif OASIS Business Center, Local 1. 29600 Marbella (Malaga), España T. +34 952 82 34 40 ac-spain@yahoo.es www.ac-spain.es

PERFECT

Cover photo: Courtesy of BoConcept

Homes

I N T E R N AT I O N A L

WORLDWIDE PROPERTY BIBLE

R E A L E S TAT E

•

INTERIOR DESIGN

ISSUE 11 2014 EU €4.95 UK £4.50

•

GARDENS

•

FURNITURE

BESPOKE

HOME INTERIORS The latest trends and styles

LUXURY REAL ESTATE From the most desirable places in the world

The First Word from Our Editor

PUBLISHER: SIMPLY MEDIA GROUP S.L. MANAGING DIRECTOR & EDITOR: Stan Israel stan.israel@simplymedia-group.com ASSISTANT EDITOR & PRODUCTION MANAGER Lisa Brown perfecthomes@simplymedia-group.com CREATIVE DIRECTOR, DESIGN AND LAYOUT: Sherelisa Bossi sherelisa.production@simplymedia-group.com GRAPHIC DESIGN: Jackie McAngus jackie.production@simplymedia-group.com CONTRIBUTING WRITERS: Dawn Gudging, Stephanie McGraw, Andrea Böck FINANCIAL DEPARTMENT Rachael Jones accounts@simplymedia-group.com SALES: Nic Day nic.sales@simplymedia-group.com SIMPLY MEDIA GROUP S.L Tel: +34 951 136 751 - 951 127 200 Deposito Legal Nº MA 1386-2012 The views and opinions expressed by contributors of Perfect Homes Magazine may not represent the views and opinions of the publishers.

Perfect Homes Magazine takes no responsibility for claims made in advertising or advertorials in this magazine.

Within this issue of Perfect Homes Magazine we look at the forthcoming syle trends for autumn / winter.

Wallpaper is back! but don’t dispair gone are the days when it was chintzy and floral today there are some fabulous designs available which used as an accent or feature can add a stylish look to your home..With the tempertature dropping we take a look at the ways to heat the home with dramatic and stylish fireplaces.

We also look bring you details about the 10 most inspirational interior designers, and if that’s not enough we bring you all our regular features of Style News, Interior News, Finishing Touches and International Property News plus much much more.

Enjoy!

Mr Stan Israel Director & Editor

Photo: BoConcept

No part of Perfect Homes Magazine may be reproduced or copied in anyway without prior written consent from Perfect Homes Magazine.

When it comes to style individuality is everything, and this individuality is projected in our home choices.

View all our publications on-line go to:

www.simplymedia-group.com 6

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

Photo: wwwindigolodges.com

C

ontents

12

Style News

176

The Digital Age

46

Be Inspired

196

The Light of the Lantern

56

The Fireplace

206

Potted Plants

78

10 Influential Interior Designers

216

Celebrity House Hunting

110 50 United Nations Plaza, NYC

232

Villeroy & Bosh

126 Go with the Grain

242

Wallpaper is Back

134 Beautifully Shaped Individualists

280

Living within the Clouds

164 Indoor Swimming Pools

308

Around the World

Autumn and Winter Trends for 2014 / 2015 Inspirational Interiors, Miami Modern Home Add a Touch of Drama Inspirational Interiors

World Class Architecture and Design Natural elements within the Kitchen Quality Mixer Taps by Blanco

Take a dip come Rain or Shine

Tomorrows Furniture - Today!

Lengthen the Day

Moveable Bursts of Colour Live Like Your Favourite Celebrity Whirlpool Concepts for Indoor and Outdoors Bigger than ever!

The Luxury World of the Penthouse Perfect Homes Magazines selection of Exclusive Properties from Around the World

www.axolight.it

D E S I G N PO R T R A I T.

Charles, sistema de asientos diseñado por Antonio Citterio. Delegacion de Espana y Portugal Joaquìn Selma T. 902125555 - www.bebitalia.com

Perfect Home SCHARLES NEW.indd 1

03/10/14 10.12

Style News

W

hen it comes to dĂŠcor trends, this season is full of exciting designs.

Whether you enjoy subtle styles or something a little more extravagant, autumn has something for everyone. The top trends for autumn / winter are ones that will make you want to pick up your paint brush and overhaul your home.

If your bathroom is in need of some love or perhaps your kitchen has been neglected, now is the time to get organized and do something about it. Christmas will soon be here and with family and friends visiting, why not wow them with a whole new look in your home. Below we have listed our top trends that you need to try this autumn.

Photos: www.aldovega.com, www.georgenantiques.com, www.kevincrossstudio.com, www.studioten25.com, www.retrointeriors.net, www.wallpaperswide.com

ROARING TWENTIES Thanks to Baz Luhrmann’s The Great Gatsby and Downton fever, Twenties style, with its metallic and mirrored surfaces, is big this season.

Exquisite wallpapers, lacquered furniture and silky fabrics add a grown up touch of elegance.

Roaring Twenties

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

13

BEJEWELLED KITCHENS The kitchen has long since become the heart of the home, and now designers are dressing it up accordingly. Kelly Wearstler and Stephen Gambrel are fitting out kitchens with elaborate custom cabinetry painted in rich gemstone colours, and accented with gleaming brass or chrome, all lit by unusual lighting fixtures.

Companies such as Caesarstone and Antolini have devised composite surfaces that mimic malachite, agate, and other exotic semi-precious stones, perfect for dramatic countertops and backsplashes. Kitchens are becoming downright glamorous.

14

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

Photos: www.beckallencabinetry.com, www.pojieya.com, www.tonisabatinostyle.com,www.niagarabuzz.biz, www.interiordecodir.com

Bejewelled Kitchens

Vintage Explorer

VINTAGE EXPLORER The interiors world is taking escapist inspiration from historical explorers and naturalists. Vintage globes and suitcases feature, along with hints of botany and entomology, in the form of plant drawings and butterfly motifs.

Photos: www.homegems.net, www.aldovega.com, www.mapsnglobes.com, www.overstock.com, www.plantillustrations.org

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

17

18

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

Photos: www. c-home.com, www.coloradohomesmag.com, www.decozt.com, www.albydapress.com, www.pinterest.com

Innovative Combinations INNOVATIVE COMBINATIONS Whether you have traditional decor or prefer a fully modern look in your home, autumn / winter is all about adding contrasting elements to create an updated look.

If you like a classic style, try adding a few modern touches, like pairing the elegant silhouette of a traditional camel back sofa with a contemporary glass coffee table or a Philippe Starck lucite chair.

Colour Trends COLOUR TRENDS This autumn / winter, you will see many shades of grey appearing in households, particularly in the bedroom – but that doesn’t mean you can’t incorporate it into the rest of your home! The greys tend to be accompanied by off-whites, which complement them very well.

To reflect the mood of winter; cool, light greys are great for wall colours in the bedroom. Pair this with some off-white bed linen and consider yourself trendy!

Other colour trends are purples and African-inspired yellows, reds and oranges. Similar to Africa’s infamous sunset, you might prefer to have these colours in the house to give off the illusion of warmth in the chilly month’.

Photos: www.fanelis.com, www. wallpath.com, www.thetreasurehunteruk.wordpress.com, www.risalafurniture.ae2, www.myfancyhouse.com

21

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

HONEY-TONE WOODS Maybe as a reaction to all the dark wenge and other woods we’ve been seeing in furniture for so long, lighter, honeycoloured woods such as walnut, oak, and cherry are looking fresh.

Two standout collections that include lots of lighter woods are David Easton for Chaddock and Ralph Lauren Home.

22

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

Photos: www.blog.lambertandassociatesgroup.com, www.smallbone.co.uk, www.bedroompedia.com, www.home-outlet.co.uk

Honey-Tone Woods

COLLAR SEATING SYSTEM

|

RODOLFO DORDONI DESIGN

AGENT ANNA AVEDANO T. 240 441.1001 - ANNAAVEDANO@HOTMAIL.COM

24

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

INTERIOR DESIGN SERVICE AVAILABLE THROUGH MINOTTI AUTHORIZED DEALERS

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

25

CREATE YOUR OWN DESIGN EXPERIENCE AT MINOTTI.COM

Majestic Mansion

VILLA ALHAMBRA Nueva Andalucía - La Quinta 26

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

A truly spectacular villa located in La Quinta, situated in the sought after Calle Hernán Cortés, just a few hundred meters from the 5* Melia Hotel at La Quinta offers fantastic views over Nueva Andalucia golf courses and the Mediterranean Sea below

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

27

This beautiful villa is built to an exceptional high standards, providing a pleasant home feeling, in a bright, sunlit ambient with high ceilings. The ground floor offers a spacious lounge with fireplace, a dining room & a fully equipped kitchen which opens up onto the terrace and a large garden with

SUNSEARCH HOMES I N T E R N A T I O N A L

8 For information on this property (ref V345) contact Sunsearch Homes International +34 951 127 200 enquiries@sunsearchhomes.com www.sunsearchhomes.com

heated pool. Three large suites (one with a dressing area) and all with ensuite facilities complete this level.

The first floor consists entirely of the master bedroom with en-suite bathroom a walk in wardrobe and a terrace which offers breath-taking views.

On the lower level there is a wine cellar, an entertainment room, a sauna, two further guest bedrooms with en-suites, staff accommodation and an indoor pool.

This property is truly exceptional and would make either a luxurious family home or holiday residence.

Price: 3.700.000 Euros | Built: 900 m2 | Plot: 1.500 m2 | Beds: 7 | Baths: 9 | 2 garages with space for 10 cars Heated indoor pool | Heated outdoor pool | Sauna | Pool room | Large wine cellar | Panoramic sea views PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

29

Eaton Square, London SW1 Exquisitely designed penthouse in prime Belgravia Two bedrooms • Two bathrooms • Family kitchen • Roof terrace • Spacious living area • Utility room • Full porterage • Private security

+44 (0) 203 126 4572

moya.pepper@sothebysrealty.co.uk

Guide Price £6,950,000

Over 700 Offices in 52 Countries

sothebysrealty.co.uk

Eaton Place, London SW1 A luxurious and stylish first floor lateral apartment with studio Three bedrooms • Three bathrooms • Dressing room • Two reception rooms Interior design by Karen Millen • Private roof terrace • Resident porter

+44 (0) 203 126 4572

moya.pepper@sothebysrealty.co.uk

Lower ground studio • Direct lift access

Guide Price £8,950,000

Over 700 Offices in 52 Countries

sothebysrealty.co.uk

Fitzjames Avenue, London W14 Breathtaking 1930’s property in a superb location Dual aspect double reception room • Master bedroom suite • Two further double bedrooms • Family bathroom • Gated development with off-street

+44 (0) 203 126 4572

moya.pepper@sothebysrealty.co.uk

parking • 24hr security/porterage • Approx. 1,636 sq. ft. • Energy rating: D

Guide Price £2,300,000 Share of Freehold

Over 700 Offices in 52 Countries

sothebysrealty.co.uk

Bishops Road, London SW6 Beautifully designed family home in the heart of Fulham Five bedrooms • Four bathrooms • Two reception rooms • Three roof terraces Kitchen • Dining room • Sauna • Wine cellar • Gym • Garage • Garden Patio

+44 (0) 203 126 4572

moya.pepper@sothebysrealty.co.uk

Guide Price £6,950,000

Over 700 Offices in 52 Countries

sothebysrealty.co.uk

Wineberry, Cobham KT11 A modern and striking family residence in one of Cobham’s most exclusive private estates Seven bedrooms • Six bathrooms • Indoor pool • Gym • Media/games room Secondary accomodation • Approx. 12,580 sq. ft. • 0.98 acres • Energy Rating: B

+44 (0) 1932 798 192

howard.lowe@sothebysrealty.co.uk

Guide Price £4,950,000

Over 700 Offices in 52 Countries

sothebysrealty.co.uk

Willow House, Cobham KT11 A beautiful family home conveniently located on the exclusive Eaton Park Estate Six bedrooms • Four reception rooms • Seven bathrooms Secluded south facing gardens • Potential to extend STPP

+44 (0) 1932 798 192

howard.lowe@sothebysrealty.co.uk

Triple garage • Approx. 6,300 sq. ft. • 0.465 acres • Energy Rating: D

Guide Price £3,300,000

Over 700 Offices in 52 Countries

sothebysrealty.co.uk

Apple Tree Cottage, Oxshott KT22 Stunning family home extending to 9,000 sq. ft.

Five/Six bedrooms • Six reception rooms • Six bathrooms Private road • Media/games room • Triple garage • Energy Rating: C

+44 (0) 1932 798 192

howard.lowe@sothebysrealty.co.uk

Guide Price £3,750,000

Over 700 Offices in 52 Countries

sothebysrealty.co.uk

Oxshott Way, Cobham KT11 A well presented family home on this highly sought after private estate Five bedrooms • Three reception rooms • Four bathrooms • Garage Potential to extend STPP • Approx. 3,700 Sq. Ft. • Energy rating: D

+44 (0) 1932 798 192

howard.lowe@sothebysrealty.co.uk

Guide Price £2,100,000

Over 700 Offices in 52 Countries

sothebysrealty.co.uk

Brighten Up with Natuzzi Italia

Lighting is the unsung hero of interior design – often overlooked.

A dramatic floor lamp particularly makes a strong design statement, working well in darker, empty corners or hallways.

Contemporary and stylish, this hand-picked selection of Natuzzi Italia’s new lights demonstrates that true style is a cohesive look, and much more than furniture alone.

The Munega Floor Lamp is available in two sizes, both of which will brighten up any abode in more ways than one. Standing out for the right reasons, the Jump Lamp embodies a modern design with a stunning black fabric shade.

For more information visit: www.natuzzi.co.uk

CAP BLANC IBIZA 9 TIMELESS VILLAS

T H E M O S T LU X U R I O U S P RO J E C T O N I B I Z A

GLOBAL LUXURIOUS PROPERTIES team of professional estate consultants

T: + 3 1 ( 0 ) - 1 5 - 2 6 3 0 1 9 5

|

E: info@globalluxuriousproper ties.com

|

W : w w w. g l o b a l l u x u r i o u s p r o p e r t i e s . c o m PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE 39

Allow yourself to step into a world of all-inclusive quality in life

CAP BLANC IBIZA

40

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

They say it’s the lifestyle that makes Ibiza the place of unparalleled beauty Cap Blanc Ibiza represents a luxurious residential private complex with on-site 24 hours security, with only 9 luxury design villas all with exceptional sea-views and located in Ibiza – Talamanca, Cap Martinet, one of Ibiza’s outstanding and sought after locations.

The residences of Cap Blanc Ibiza will be built using the most innovative construction methods. They are decorated with attractive architectural details and are fitted with the latest smart home automation systems to give them the ultimate finishing touch.

Each residence has been exclusively designed with unique shapes and proportions, allowing it to fit in naturally within its surroundings. Construction period of each villa is approx 10 months. Each villa will be tailored to your own wishes.

The private grounds of Cap Blanc Ibiza offers the ultimate expression of style and substance, these new to be built 9 luxury design villas are more than just luxury properties, they are a sublime work of art.

The grounds of Cap Blanc Ibiza have been carefully selected. Therefore, it not only ensures its aesthetic value, but also your investment. Cap Blanc Ibiza is currently the most luxurious real estate development on Ibiza.

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

41

THE VILLAS The luxurious design villas of Cap Blanc Ibiza are on private parcels of 1.000 square meters, with 800 square meters of living space including: three floor levels, 5/7 luxury bedrooms, 5/7 on-suite bathrooms, a spacious living room and a open-plan kitchen, an elegant dining room, an elevator, a fitness lounge, spa and sauna, optional a cinema room, airco (warm/cooled), floor heating, domotica system, alarmsecurity system, outdoor swimming pool, a large private garden with several lounge areas etc.

Each villa is ensured of total privacy whilst enjoying unobstructed views on the sea. Within such an extraordinary space, Cap Blanc Ibiza stands as an exclusive private world of comfort and security. The luxurious modern design villas of Cap Blanc Ibiza are very open, luminous and airy.

The large glass doors-windows to the floor, create a spacious atmosphere with stunning sea views in the distance the island Formentera. This extraordinarily open atmosphere, created by the glass doors-windows that can be completely opened, guaranties that the family life in-and around the villa ultimately converge.

One of the main features of Cap Blanc Ibiza is the way it communicates with its environment, each residence has a private garden, lounge areas, large outside swimming pool within her own exclusive private world.

This is how we achieved a seamless connection between the comfortable interior and the beautiful exterior. This excellent private environment ensures each residence owner complete privacy, safety – security, luxury, elegance, and family comfort.

Apply for a full brochure: www.globalluxuriousproperties.com

42

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

Starting price: 3.700.000 euros

IBIZA

Ibiza has a beautiful, varied coastline with impressive cliffs, turquoise bays and white sandy beaches with the world’s most exclusive beach clubs.

You can sunbathe on the sea, the beaches and coves of Ibiza, even late into the fall season.

Ibiza is also renowned for its worldfamous selection of exclusive clubs such as Pacha, Eden, Privilege, Amnesia, Space and DC10. Several famous DJs fly, in many cases weekly, from around the world to this unique destination. Our own DJ Tiësto and Armin van Buuren are regularly found in Ibiza.

Cap Blanc Ibiza is located 300 meters from the brand new Destino Pacha Ibiza Resort. This, the most luxurious resort on Ibiza, opened its doors in the summer of 2013. If you want, you can have a look on the website of the new Destino Pacha – Ibiza Resort Ibiza town represents narrow streets with numerous galleries, exclusive boutiques, excellent selection of fine restaurants with Michelin star but also French or Spanish gourmet restaurants and a wide range of Oriental and European localities. There is a suitable restaurant for any occasion dining.

There is a large amount of shops, trendy, luxurious and traditional-that are open until late in the evening. In the season even after midnight. Moreover, there is the old town where you can eat and drink rich and enjoy the beautiful view over the harbor and the sea.

Culture and art are also very highly regarded in Ibiza. For thousands of years people from all cultures feel very much at home in Ibiza. Great artists and craft workers, successful businessmen, chefs, merchants with taste and travellers from around the world have created a haven on Ibiza offering comfort, exclusivity and pleasure.

Global Luxurious Properties Team of Professional Real Estate Consultants Phone: 0031-(0)15-2630195 Email: info@globalluxuriousproperties.com

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

43

Magazines on the go!

read our titles on any device, anytime, anywhere!

Join our 22,000+ subscribers and buy on line NOW!

PERFECT

Homes

I N T E R N AT I O N A L

WORLDWIDE PROPERTY BIBLE

R E A L E S TAT E

•

INTERIOR DESIGN

ISSUE 11 2014 EU €4.95 UK £4.50

•

GARDENS

•

FURNITURE

BESPOKE

HOME INTERIORS The latest trends and styles

DÉCOR

MAGAZINE

ISSUE 3 | 2014 | e3.95 | £3.50

One of a Kind The stunning Enignum range from designer Joseph Walsh The World Marbella A new development that will redefine modern Marbella living

LUXURY REAL ESTATE From the most desirable places in the world

PURE

fashion

ISSUE Nº 1 2014 Spain 3.50€

RIHANNA Fashion Icon

SUNSEARCH MAGAZINE ISSUE 11 2014 Spain €3.95

The only magazine in Spain sold and read in every country in the world – FACT!

REVEL IN RIO The City of Dreams TOP 10 LUXURY RESTAURANTS With the Perfect Ambience

PRIVATE PLANE PHENOMNON More accessible than ever

GIORGIO ARMANI Pure Genius

SUMMER TRENDS Pure Runway

DAVID SIMS THE ONLY MAGAZINES IN SPAIN SOLD AND READ IN EVERY COUNTRY IN THE WORLD

44

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

Pure Photography

CREATORS OF THE WORLD’S MOST FABULOUS LIFESTYLES LONDON | PARIS | NEW YORK | CHICAGO | LOS ANGELES | MILAN | HONG KONG |SINGAPORE | WORLDWIDE

W W W.CHRIS TOPHERGUY.COM PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

45

FAST FORWARD Miami Modern Home

It might be natural to assume that the task of transforming a mediterranean revival house into the hip miami modern home envisioned by a young couple would rest at the more challenging end of the spectrum, especially if the project had to be finalized in just six months.

And though some aspirations are more easily realized than others, for the principal Ivonne Ronderos, such absolutes would not be entertained.

The living room’s Minotti sofas and Knoll tables are argular complements to the curaceous B&B Italia chairs.

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

47

INSPIRATIONAL INTERIORS

BE INSPIRED

The treads of this once boxed-in stairwell feature turned woodwork and decorative newel posts manufactured by Bella Stairs.

The cantilevered stair hemmed in glass are contemporary counterpoints to the sculptures, the wooden one an anitque from Tibet and the stone oval used in rain mills in India.

48

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

INSPIRATIONAL INTERIORS

“The couple was moving to Miami from Mexico within a six-month time frame, and we were asked to create their dream home by the time they arrived,” proclaims Ivonne Ronderos owner of DKOR Interiors.

They brought us images they’d pulled from magazines to articulate their style. An airy modernity, ample light from unmasked windows and a clear relationship to natural surroundings were obvious themes.

The couple’s wish list included interiors that would handle three rambunctious sons under 10 years of age while excluding sophistication; a home that would make a large sit-down dinners a pleasure; and lush surroundings that would complement the usdated residence.

Taking spaces filled with traditional architectual elements and darkhues, including deep-toned flooring in many of the rooms, and making them amiable

to modernism wasn’t an easy task, but Ivonne Ronderos and her team, forged onward under the unforgiving deadline.

First on on list was the melding of the former living and dining rooms into one space, creating the illuminated, open feel the homeowners craved.

INSPIRATIONAL INTERIORS

The Jesse bed from Arravanti, wrapped in luxurious TheadCount bedding. anchors the master bedroom; its softness is echoed by the silvery tones in the Lilypads Creations rug.

The alternating wall panels behind the bed form a soft but commanding accent.

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

51

The open weave of the Inmood barstools and Flos pendants, designed

by Patricia Urquiola, are airy elements in the light-filled kitchen.

Frosted and lacquered cabinet fronts

by Mia Cucina attract even more light while the pert hue of the shapely Panton chairs add whimsy.

A Terzani chandelier in the dining room drapes organically over the Minotti table and Ligne Roset chairs.

52

In the family room, the Swan Italy sofa from Arravanti is a roomy place to lounge. The Niels Bendtsen coffee table from AllModern gleams a top the sumptuous rug from Designers Guild.

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

The number of professionals it took to accomplish the home’s madcap transformation was stagging.

Home builders Joey Newman had two full teams working around the clock to ensure the project would be completed by the owners’ arrival. “I look back and still don’t know how we did it,” declares Joey. “We had a day crew and a night crew in place for the duration of the renovation”Joey adds, “It felt rather like going through a hurricane!

Paloma Teppa and Yair Marcoschamer were tapped by the design team to introduce interior floral and plant elements, and to implement the landscaping.

They worked with landscape designer Alex Rodriquez to envision the exterior gardens. “Instead of small gestures we chose broad strokes with our planting,” Rodriquez explains, noting his nod towards the modernist-inspired design scheme and the couple’s desire for lowmaintenace, verdant landscape.

Every detail was in place before the new homeowners crossed the threshold the mindful result, says the wife, is wonderful manifestation of modern elegance.

And she isn’t shy about admitting how thrilled they are with the outcome. “I opened the door and started to cry!”

She says. “There wasn’t one thing I disapproved of; I call that a dream!”

INTERIOR DESIGN: DKOR Interiors Team DKOR Interiors, Inc. HOME BUILDER: Joey Newman Newman Construction & Development LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE: Alex Rodriquez, Collaborative Independent, Inc. Paloma and Yair Marcoschamer, Plant the Future, Inc. BEDROOMS: 4 BATHROOMS:5 SQUARE FEET 4,500

www.dkorinteriors.com

INSPIRATIONAL INTERIORS

Throughout the rest of the house, ample built-in cabinets is minimalistic in design while being mega-functional, the wall unit in the master bedroom, for instance, serves as a dresser, desk, storage unit and entertainment centre.

Blackshaw Interior Design Offering a unique living experience ...

B

lackshaw Interior Design is a luxury interior designer and building contractor based in Marbella, on the Costa del Sol, Spain. The company was formed in 2008 by Sally Blackshaw, a UK born, highly qualified and experienced interior/retail designer, and has since successfully completed both residential and retail projects for many prestigious clients in Spain and the UK.

The Driving Force Behind The Brand Interior designer Sally Blackshaw has a wealth of experience in creating and delivering expressive and stylish spaces. Having

graduated in 1999 from the London Institute, one of London’s most prestigious design schools, Sally excelled in her field working for numerous major design companies both in the UK and Spain. Today she is the driving force and face behind the well-reputed Blackshaw Interior Design brand.

“As one of Marbella’s top design firms, Sally’s design style is inviting, yet elegant and luxurious.”

Since her early childhood Sally has had a passion for design.

Following years of academic study and experience working for

many prestigious design companies, Sally then took the bold step and set up her own company, Blackshaw Interior Design.

Since it’s inauguration, the company has gone from strength to strength. Sally puts this down to a simple ethos – understanding our clients’ needs and then executing their project with perfection and attention to detail.

“All clients are different, that’s why we take time to really understand our client’s briefs and objectives. We offer our expertise and vision, we excite and inspire, then we work together to deliver the project to the highest standards on time and to budget.”

Sally’s technical background also means that she has the knowledge, expertise and contacts to undertake renovation or major construction projects in both the residential and commercial sectors.

So whether your property needs a complete renovation, an exterior face-lift, or simply a make-over to make it more homely or prepare it for sale or rent, Blackshaw Interior Design is at your service.

Nave 7, Polígono Nuevo, La Campana, Nueva Andalucía, 29660, Marbella, Spain +34 952 818 038

www.blackshawinteriordesign.com

For a touch of drama a

fireplace says it all.

56

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

I

t ’s probably safe to say that there isn’t a single one of us who hasn’t dreamed of a night in front of a crackling fire.

Fireplaces conjure images of warmth, relaxation and also make great focal points for any room.

Today’s technologies offer endless possibilities to create a sanctuary within our homes as we enter into the autumn months here we take a look at some of them.

Adding a fireplace to an otherwise small and uninviting room can transform it into a place you absolutely hate to leave, and it

doesn’t have to mean tearing down walls or undergoing a major renovation.

Innovative new designs allow homeowners to have the ambiance that only a fire can provide, just about anywhere.

Ceiling-suspended models free up floor space beneath the unit, while freestanding models in every shape imaginable allow you to find just the perfect fit for unused or unusual spaces.

Have just a foot or two of wall space to devote to your dream? There is a fireplace out there to fit your lifestyle and space limitations. Even a table-top can host a tiny model designed to light up your life. Think BIG in a small room!

Back to nature Put yourself in touch with the great outdoors by creating a fireplace inspired by nature.

Whether constructed from river rocks, intricately carved from marble, or faced in sleek and shining granite, stone fireplaces can take on a multitude of forms, all of which are equally functional.

Bowl them Over Not just limited to the outdoors, fire bowls have made their way into the home. From wood, to gas, to bio-ethanol fuelled, bowl-shaped designs are an easy way to make a bold and beautiful statement.

From sizable floor models to table-top versions to give a room a little extra spark, fire bowls are just one of many new ways to get a fireplace that fits the way you live.

Shape Shifters With new construction materials, come new shape possibilities that take us far from the traditional fireplace.

From circles, to teardrops, to sensuous curves, custom designers can create just about any fireplace you can dream of. Even pyramids have begun to make a statement, appearing in uniquely geometrical designs that easily become the focal point of any room.

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

59

Break from tradition While your grandparent’s fireplace was probably made of brick or stone, today there are a lot more options available.

Non-traditional materials such as bronze, copper, concrete, and stainless steel, are finding their way into contemporary fireplace design. They also allow for a greater range of design possibilities than ever before.

60

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

A Glass Act Once limited to fireplace doors and screens, glass has evolved to make its way into other areas of the contemporary fireplace.

Glass opens up a whole new world of design possibilities and has become a popular way to frame fireplaces that make a bold statement.

Shining tiles can add unimagined sparkle to the room when they reflect the crisp glow of a crackling fire, whether they be arranged in stunning mosaic or placed in more subdued ways.

With new construction materials, come new shape possibilities that take us far from the traditional fireplace. From circles, to teardrops, to sensuous curves, custom designers can create just about any fireplace you can dream of.

Even pyramids have begun to make a statement, appearing in uniquely geometrical designs that easily become the focal point of any room.

Photois: www.archello.com, www.showroompartners.com, www.uk-ic.com, www.focus-creation.com, www.hayneedle.com, www.gopixpic.com, ranzom.com

Works of Art

www.mueblescasasola.com

TURNKEY DECORATION PROJECTS DELIVERY TO ANY WHERE IN THE WORLD

MARBELL A Carretera Cรกdiz-Mรกlaga Km. 184,5 29604 Marbella Tel. 952 77 27 58 CAMPILLOS CASASOL A FACTORY Carretera Arcos-Antequera Km. 106 29320 Campillos Tel. 952 72 21 00 RABAT Avda. Ahmed RIFAI, 82 Soussi, Rabat Tel. +212 537756522

Finest Real Estate Palma de Mallorca, Spain

Palma Centre: Magnificent penthouses in new development set in one of the most exclusive areas of Palma. With the advantage of close proximity to the beach and marina as well as great sea views, these properties are dream residences. The 3-5 bedroom apartments will be constructed with high quality

materials and dispose of 2 parking spaces, community pool,solarium, community garden and squash court. All the modern conveniences you need to enjoy your new home. Works are expected to be completed on July 2015.

E&V ID: W-01K38F . Price: € 2,050,000

Engel & Völkers Mallorca - Palma Centre . Calle Constitución 7 . 07001 Palma de Mallorca Tel.: +34-971 21 41 40 . Palmacentre@engelvoelkers.com . www.engelvoelkers.com/palma

64

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

Finest Real Estate Empuriabrava, Spain

Empuriabrava: Design and luxury come together in this spectacular property. The exclusive new development cannot fail to impress with modern architecture and its location on a south-facing plot next to a canal with a 32 m boat mooring. This unique villa was completed at the end of

2010. The 3 floors, connected via elevator, afford a clear and generously proportioned room layout. Interiors have been designed to the tiniest detail and fitted with state-of-the-art domestic technology.Spa and wellness area with a hamam.

E&V ID: W-00OR1Z . Price: â‚Ź 4,500,000

Engel & VĂślkers Empuriabrava - Costa Brava . Av. Joan Carles I, Requesens 98 . 17487 Empuriabrava Tel.: +34-972 45 64 40 . Empuriabrava@engelvoelkers.com . www.engelvoelkers.com/Empuriabrava

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

65

Finest Real Estate Cap Ferrat, France

Villefranche-sur-Mer: France, Côte d‘Azur - Ultracontemporary brand new villa in a piece of heaven. In the heart of a prestigious private domain of Villefranche-sur-Mer, villa of 400 m2 on 1,800 m2 of flat land with olive and palm trees and breathtaking panoramic sea views without “vis-à-vis”.

Entrance hall, spacious living-room facing the sea line, “Boffi” kitchen, dining and lounge areas overlooking the swimming pool, 6 bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, office, home cinema/ entertainment room with a wine bar. Garage, parking spaces.

E&V ID: W-01IONW . Price: € 10,000,000

Engel & Völkers Cap Ferrat . 1, avenue Denis Séméria . 06230 Saint Jean Cap Ferrat Tel.:+33-493-54 93 42 . CapFerrat@engelvoelkers.com . www.engelvoelkers.com/CapFerrat

Finest Real Estate Taormina, Italy

Aeolian Islands: Stylish apartments in Stromboli, in an ideal location with high and panoramic view of the sea, a short distance from the beach and the town centre. Completely renovated in 2013, the works were able to skilfully mix modern and original materials, respecting the environment

and the stylistic uniformity that characterizes the island.

The residence includes a swimming pool with jacuzzi, private parking for electric cars, laundry area, wi-fi, satellite TV and luxury fittings made with lava stone and ceramics.

E&V ID: W-01PS6S . Price: € 370,000 - € 700,000

Engel & Völkers Taormina - Etna . Largo Rosolino Pilo, 39/a . 95128 Catania Tel.: +39-095 222432 . Taormina@engelvoelkers.com . www.engelvoelkers.com/taormina

Finest Real Estate Knokke, Belgium

Knokke: La Reserve, exclusive apartments on a prestigious coastal location. A luxurious residential project on the banks of Victory Lake on the site of Hotel La Reserve, internationally known for its rich past. Though it possesses contemporary style, this place still exudes the magnificent grandeur of yesteryear.

Unseen spacious residential apartments tailor-made for people who appreciate beauty and class. Luxury living areas with abundance of light and space. Sun-drenched patios with views over the Victory Lake, the verdant park and the casino.

E&V ID: W-01V38K . Price: € 1,050,000 - € 3,300,000

Engel & Völkers Knokke-Zoute . Kustlaan 237 B - 8300 Knokke Tel.: +32-50-60 23 00 . knokke@engelvoelkers.com . www.engelvoelkers.com/knokke

Finest Real Estate Luxembourg

Schengen: The Schengen Castle and its expansive outbuildings are located on the borders of Luxembourg, France and Germany. This small village, has become renowned for the agreement signed aboard the ship “MS Princesse Marie-Astrid“ on the free movement of people

within the Schengen area. The origin of the castle dates back to 1390. In 1812, its owners rebuilt a new one with the original materials. Renovated in 2000, the castle is now operated as a 4-star boutique hotel and conference centre.

E&V ID: W-01LAF1 . Price on request

Engel & Völkers Luxembourg . 6, avenue Pasteur . L-2310 Luxembourg Tel: +352 26 47 98-1 . Luxembourg@engelvoelkers.com . www.engelvoelkers.lu

Finest Real Estate Cascais, Portugal

Cascais/Centre: Modern seafront apartment in luxury condominium in great location with 286 sqm. The apartment has an entrance hall, a spacious living area and a panoramic view to the sea, 2 bedrooms plus 2 ensuite bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with Miele

appliances, 4 bathrooms, air condition, central heating, and 4 parking spaces in the garage. The condominium also has concierge service, an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, gym and 24 hour security service.

E&V ID: W-01UWBO . Price: â‚Ź 3,300,000

Engel & VĂślkers Cascais . Rua Afonso Sanches 25 B . P-2750-282 Cascais Tel.: :+351-21-017 04 25 . Cascais@engelvoelkers.com . www.engelvoelkers.com/cascais

Finest Real Estate Santa Monica, USA

Santa Monica: This top floor corner penthouse at 1705 Ocean Ave is an exquisitely finished one-of-a-kind 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath plus den home which includes over 1000 square feet of private terraces. The great room features floor to ceiling glass looking onto stunning views of the Pacific, a fireplace

and a terrace with outdoor fireplace. The Marmol Radzinerdesigned open island kitchen is appointed with quartzite counters, oak cabinetry and Thermador stainless steel appliances. There are other units available in the development.

E&V ID: E-0014I7 . Price: $ 7,995,000

Engel & Vรถlkers Santa Monica . 1123 Montana Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90403 USA Tel.: +1-310-460-2525 . SantaMonica@EVUSA.com . www.SantaMonica.EVUSA.com

LD

LORD DESIGNS INTERIORS

Lord Designs present their recently completed project in Rotterdam, The Netherlands About the Project After re-designing one of the client’s residences here in Marbella, we were delighted to be commissioned to design their penthouse in Rotterdam, Holland.

Although we are based in Marbella, we have commissioned projects all over Europe.

When the project was initially handed over to us, it was a vast empty space. A blank canvas is a perfect starting point for a designer.

Lord Designs were lucky enough to be appointed at an early stage meaning we were able to provide expert knowledge into the overall design features.

With exquisite attention to detail, we started with the ceilings, redesigning them in order to create clever lighting effects using LED strip lights on dimmers.

Lighting is a crucial aspect of any project.

“Ceiling designs are often overlooked but it is the attention to every detail that makes the end result that extra special.”

We produced a tailor made kitchen design that looks perfect for the space as well as being functional.

The contemporary bathrooms were purpose built with clever custom designed storage and floating fixtures.

All wardrobes were custom designed, as we wanted these to be a feature as well as essential pieces. The whole space is finished with solid oak flooring to add warmth to the sharp lacquered furnishings.

“It’s not about finding the perfect match, it’s about finding the perfect contrast” The Design Located on the 22nd floor, offering sweeping panoramic views of the city, the large floor to ceiling windows in every room from the open plan living space to the large airy bedroom suites, affords superb views of the entire city of Rotterdam.

Once inside the residence a neutral colour pallet of soft taupe, crisp white, and intense contrasting black , creates a calming & timeless feel. Splashes of colour are introduced by carefully chosen artworks from the playful French Artist Francoise Nelly. These pieces add a sense of fun to the room.

The luxurious décor throughout the apartment creates a sense of “home”. The main living area boasts two large feature walls with textured animal skin wallpaper to add depth & interest to the room plus an oversized Indian silk carpet, to soften the high lacquer of the hard furnishings.

The clever lighting solutions continue in the Kitchen area where we implemented lower LED colour changing lights under the floating island unit.

The Dining Area was brought to life by ethnic printed, upholstered dining chairs.

These add an exotic feel and warmth to the clean lined kitchen.

With meticulous attention right down to the finishing touches, metallic accessories were carefully positioned to catch the eye. Swarovski crystal incrusted candles add romance.

What makes this project Special?

The project was made to measure, with the majority of hard & soft furnishings personally designed specifically for the client.

Our skilled carpenter handmade the large high gloss dining table, bedside tables & console tables. The custom made upholstered coffee tables & elaborate oversized headboards are the work of our talented upholsterer.

We were able to comply with the client’s brief of using unique customised pieces as Lord Designs are not limited to standard commercially available furniture.

Local 8 | Centro Comercial Centro Plaza | Puerto Banus | +34 630 781 961 | info@lorddesigns.com | www.lorddesigns.com

L

“We create unique tailor made interiors”

What are the basic principals There is a lot of competition in the About Lord Designs behind your work ethic?

Interior Design world at the moment.

What Makes Lord Designs different Since the launch of our new office on Centro Plaza in March this year, we have Our passion for design is clear in each from other companies? completed many projects which you finished project.

We develop a close working relationship with our clients. It’s important to work together and communicate at each stage of design process.

We hold great importance in keeping the client informed and involved throughout as this ensures the client is 100% happy with the finished result.

No matter how in demand a designer becomes, Lord Designs is always aware of taking too many projects on board at one time. We would rather work on a few quality projects, putting new jobs in a queue, so that we can continue pay the attention to detail our clients deserve.

We aim for perfection and therefore refuse to rush a design, which is when mistakes are made and details get overlooked. We hope this view will enable Lord Designs to gain a well known reputation for exceptional standards in years to come.

D

We are a small company specialising in Residential design and do not try to compete with the larger companies. We adapt our designs according to the needs and requests of our clients and value each client’s individuality.

Sophie Lord, the company director, deals with every aspect of the design with impeccable attention to detail. The project is managed by Sophie herself so you get a personal service from start to finish.

Lord Designs capably manage and control each project from the initial outset right up until its completion. We recognise the clients need to express their individual styles & tastes within their home.

Lord Designs put great importance into their aftercare service to ensure that each client is truly satisfied. We want you to be delighted with the end result.

can see on our website. From kitchen renovations, to terrace design, to total reform projects, we have had such a variety of projects there is never a dull day at the office! No job is too big or too small and we offer competitive prices.

We are proud to have a solid working relationship with national & international suppliers as well as a team of skilled professionals on board whom we have worked with for several years.

Although we offer customised furniture, we also work with Europe’s leading furniture, lighting & fabric providers.

Lord Designs are now working on 2 additional penthouses in Rotterdam, which will follow a similar décor scheme.

Contact us to arrange a free consultation on +34 630 781 961 or email us at info@lorddesigns.com

Local 8 | Centro Comercial Centro Plaza | Puerto Banus | +34 630 781 961 | info@lorddesigns.com | www.lorddesigns.com

CREATORS OF THE WORLD’S MOST FABULOUS LIFESTYLES LONDON | PARIS | NEW YORK | CHICAGO | LOS ANGELES | MILAN | HONG KONG |SINGAPORE | WORLDWIDE

W W W.CHRIS TOPHERGUY.COM

Picasso Monochrome Patchwork Tiles by Alhambra Home & Garden

As seen at London Design Festival

TENT LONDON

www.alhambrahome.co.uk

10

OF THE WORLD’S MOST

designers

INFLUENTIAL

C

onstantly inspired by designers and enjoying being a part of the evolving world of interior design.

We here at Perfect Homes Magazine have selected 10 designers that we feel have made an impression on the design industry.

Some have influenced the way people think about design by making it more accessible, others were selected because they are iconic and a source of inspiration for many, and others yet because of the way they challenge and inspire through their media presence.

Many designers on this list have amplified their design philosophy through furniture and textile design. The designers all range in style and the list is not meant to be a “top 10”.

Photo: www. blessoproperties.com

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

79

Foley & Cox A strong presence in the design world since their founding in 2002. Specializing in high-end residential spaces, private aircraft interiors and yacht design, Foley & Cox is known for their ability to incorporate their client’s personal taste and style into their projects from the ground up.

They have a sophisticated that is elegant and modern traditional elements.

look with

www.foleyandcox.com

Kemble Interiors Founded in 1982 in Palm Beach, FL, by Mimi McMakin, Kemble Interiors opened a NYC branch in the late 90’s under daughter Celerie Kemble’s leadership.

Known for incorporating an unexpected element of surprise into each of their projects, Kemble Interiors breathes livable personality into the spaces that they design. www.kembleinteriors.com

80

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

Richard Mishaan Colombia-born Richard Mishaan has a way of making a space elegant and unique while remaining true to the individual styles of his clients.

As he says, “the best interiors are layered and rich….I adore creating synergy between collected pieces whose common thread is tonality, a texture, or simply the excitement they evoke in the client who chose them…”. www.richardmishaan.com

Amanda Nisbet Design Founded in 1998, Amanda Nisbet Design brings elegant, livable style to her interiors.

Nisbet’s projects are full of personality and have so much energy it almost seems as if her rooms are dancing.

She has an eye for color and a way of making rooms feel elegant yet livable and fun. www.amandanisbetdesign.com

Kelly Hoppen Neutral palettes, beautiful textures and an East meets West aesthetic are all parts of Kelly signature look.

Her desire to want people to feel a great sense of warmth in their home, cocooned in comfort and surrounded by gorgeous pieces creates a feelings of calm and relaxation. www.kellyhoppen.com

Sophie Conran Known as the homemaker and one fifth of the Conran dynasty, Sophie Conran is an interior designer, cook , entrepreneur and working mother. Her style is delicate and feminine. www.sophieconran.com

Philippe Starck Philippe Starck is known for his uniqueness and imagination. He loves creating unconventional shapes and objects that will not only be talked about because of its beauty, but also because of its practicality and functionality.

He also advocates making use of all the available area as much as possible. He believes that green design concepts can be used even for mass production work. www.starck.com

Geoffrey Bradfield Known for his daring, yet elegant, designs. While he follows modern trends and contemporary art, he makes use of fine antiques even as he stresses the importance of both luxury and comfort in his structures, thus creating a functional opulence.

The South African’s works are inspired by art deco, Oriental and African designs. www.geoffreybradfield.com PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

83

Michael Smith Michael Smith is considered one of the most original and respected talents in the design industry today.

With an international profile of residential, hospitality and commercial clients, Smith’s style is a seamless blend of European classicism and American modernism— always fresh, always evolving, always underscored by the belief that everyone should live with things they love. www.michaelsmithinc.com

Patricia Urquiola Patricia Urquiola was born in Spain, and currently lives and works in Milan. Opening her own studio in Milan, working on product design, architecture, interiors, installations and concept creation.

She designs among others for Alessi, Axor, B&B Italia, Flos, Four Seasons, Kartell, Mandarin Oriental Hotels, Molteni, Moroso, Mutina, Rosenthal, W Hotels. www.patriciaurquiola.com 84

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

www.bocadolobo.com

86

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

87

88

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

89

90

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

91

New showroom now open!

92

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

93

94 THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com www.samsung.com

132

Perfect Homes International Magazine

www.claudiomodola.com andrea@claudiomodola.com Tel. Italy: +39 339 357.34.20 | +39 339 454.38.26 Tel. Kenya: +254 (0) 703.114.314 | +254 (0) 708.995.708 Tel. Sultanate of Oman: +968 952.100.67 Tel. UAE: +971 (0) 554.847.188 Tel. UK: +44 745.228.1281

The right choice to realise your dream and maximize your return on investment

Marbella East - Rio Real Golf

Front line golf villa for sale in Rio Real - East Marbella Ref. LP394V - Sale Price 2.950.000 € - Reduced from 3.200.000 € Located in a first line golf, gated complex of private villas with communal gardens within walking distance to one of the most renowned golf courses in Marbella East and within two minutes’ drive of one of the best sandy beaches. Within three minutes’ drive to the shopping mall “La Cañada”, amenities, shops, beach restaurants and Marbella downtown.

The Southwest facing villa is laid out in three levels:

A patio entrance leads us to the main door through which we enter the spacious entrance hall that takes us to the ample living room with separate dining room and TV room.

The lounge has direct access to the terrace from where you have direct

views to the private swimming-pool, the private gardens and the golf.

Fully fitted and equipped kitchen with cooking island, breakfast nook, Miele appliances and the whole area is open to the dining room. Two bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms are located on this same level.

On the upper floor we will find three bedrooms suite. Huge master bedroom with walk-in dressing room and salon.

On the lower level or semi-basement we have a big garage for at least 4 cars and a big multifunctional room which could be easily converted into gym and a home cinema according to the owner’s needs.

Beds

Baths

Plot

Built

Terraces

5

5

1.610m2

750m2

50m2

Lotus Marbella - Blvd. Príncipe Alfonso de Hohenlohe, CN-340, Km 178.2 Marbella Golden Mile, C.C. La Poveda, Local 1 - 29602, Marbella - Tel.: +34 951 91 42 00 - www.lotusmarbella.com

Marbella East - Elviria

Exclusive villa for sale in Elviria - Marbella East Ref. LP403V - Sale Price 3.250.000 ₏ Located on an elevated position with demanding panoramic views to the coast and the mountains at only a few minutes’ drive to amenities such as supermarkets, pharmacy, bars restaurants and the best beaches of Marbella. Only a short 10 minute drive to Marbella centre and 15 minutes to Puerto Banus.

Completely renovated in 2014, this luxury residence has been built and finished with the best materials and designed to fulfil the greatest expectations.

The main floor is designed in an open floor plan with an inspiring split level living room with a large

modern fireplace. A huge modern fully equipped open kitchen with cooking island, pantry and breakfast area, large dining room and 2 guest bedrooms suite.

From the lounge area you have direct access to the terraces, the garden and the pool area. On the first floor there are 4 bedrooms ensuite including the master suite with dressing area, salon, and Jacuzzi.

On the lower level of the house you have the movie theatre, games room, gym, wine cellar and a garage space for 4 cars.

Beds

Baths

Plot

Built

Terraces

7

7

2000m2

750m2

350m2

Lotus Marbella - Blvd. PrĂ­ncipe Alfonso de Hohenlohe, CN-340, Km 178.2 Marbella Golden Mile, C.C. La Poveda, Local 1 - 29602, Marbella - Tel.: +34 951 91 42 00 - www.lotusmarbella.com

Nueva Andalucia - Las Brisas

Modern contemporary villa for sale in Nueva Andalucía, Marbella.

Ref. LP413V - Sale Price 3.295.000 € Located in one of the most sought after areas of private villas in Marbella´s golf valley, Nueva Andalucía. Surrounded by the wellknown Golf clubs, Las Brisas and Aloha. Within easy walking distance to bars, restaurants, supermarkets and only 5 minutes’ drive to Puerto Banus with all its beach bars, boutique shops, clubs and shopping malls.

The south to southwest facing contemporary villa is set on a plot of more than 1.000 m2 with private swimming-pool, gardens and barbecue area with an outdoor kitchen.

Spacious entrance hall leading to the living-dining room. A modern, open plan kitchen with cooking island,

pantry and breakfast nook from where you have direct access to the covered terrace, the pool and the gardens. On this same level you will also find an office adjacent to the living room, one bedroom with one bathroom and a guest toilet.

The upper floor consists of three more bedrooms with two bathrooms, of which the master bedroom is an ensuite with dressing area and access to the private upstairs terrace.

A garage for two cars, one guest bedroom with en-suite bathroom and kitchenette, a gymnasium, a home cinema room, storage and an extra guest toilet can be found on the lower floor.

Beds

Baths

Plot

Built

Terraces

5

5

1.047m2

560m2

132m2

Lotus Marbella - Blvd. Príncipe Alfonso de Hohenlohe, CN-340, Km 178.2 Marbella Golden Mile, C.C. La Poveda, Local 1 - 29602, Marbella - Tel.: +34 951 91 42 00 - www.lotusmarbella.com

Marbella Golden Mile

Apartment for sale on the Golden Mile - Marbella Ref. LP419A - Sale Price 335.000 € Located within the well-known Golden Mile close to Marbella downtown, this is one of the best and desired areas within walking distance to amenities like shops, supermarkets, restaurants, pharmacy, marbella centre and the beach with all its beach bars and the walking promenade lined with many fine eateries.

The apartment is set in a complex of apartments with 24 hour security, two outdoor swimming-pools (one for adults and one for children), three tennis courts and nicely cared tropical communal gardens.

This apartment has three bedrooms plus two bathrooms, of which the master bedroom is en-suite. Fully fitted kitchen equipped with all the appliances. Living-dining room with access to the terrace overlooking the green area and the nearest pool.

-

Ideally designed for families A short walk from amenities and shops Cascade within the grounds High rental potential 3 paddle courts 1 garage space 1 storage room

Beds

Baths

Built

Terraces

3

2

100m2

15m2

Lotus Marbella - Blvd. Príncipe Alfonso de Hohenlohe, CN-340, Km 178.2 Marbella Golden Mile, C.C. La Poveda, Local 1 - 29602, Marbella - Tel.: +34 951 91 42 00 - www.lotusmarbella.com

Interior With the elegant tea column made from Ziricote wood and inspired by the 20th century avant-garde style - Wind 54, the new composition from Toncelli presented at Eurocucina 2014, is distinguished by its minimal design and wealth of charm, where exclusive and innovative materials play the absolute leading role and fully reflect the rich but discreet style of all Toncelli products.

Wind 54 is characterised by an island structure with top and round-edged doors made of Eta Blanc cement and the Plinto table made of Ziricote wood, with a thickness of 10 cm and a cement base, resting on a lowered base to avoid altering the height. The table can be self-supporting or positioned on columns against the wall.

The cabinet, with six white glass doors, is presented with an imposing “frame� or Ziricote wood panelling. The interiors are total white, from the ceramic knives to the plate rack, from the drawers to all the Miele

100

NEWS

An exclusive creation designed to enhance the beauty and functionality of a kitchen electrical appliances fitted in the kitchen.

The cabinet contains a tea column, elegantly made from Ziricote wood and inspired by the 20th century avant-garde style and, particularly, by the severity of the geometry of artist Piet Mondrian and by minimalism.

The tea column comprises an oriental kit of unique items and accessories dedicated to the celebration of tea. It consists of a pull-

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

out table with a tray for collecting water, a drawer, two lateral pull-outs and a secret compartment, hidden on the back, with a sliding opening. It can be fitted inside the composition or freestanding, being equipped, by request, with legs made of steel or, in the light finish, of bamboo wood.

For more information visit: www.toncelli.it

Luxury French furniture brand Roche Bobois has unveiled its 20142015 collection

The contemporary studio’s latest collection includes intriguing references to graphic design and art and product design. It features a special capsule collection created in collaboration with the artist Micka, as well as partnerships with designers including Christophe Delcourt and Cédric Ragot.

Highlights include the eye-catching ‘Bubble’ sofa by Sacha Lakic, which resembles a basket of balloons stacked together and is entirely made by hand. Another sofa, ‘Ace’ by Delcourt, features high density foam, a contemporary shape and open seam stitching.

For more information visit: www.roche-bobois.com

Turning design on its head

In a reverse from the norm, glass vessels encase and support hardwood cones in Hunting & Narud’s Apex Tables. With minimal contact between the two materials, the apex of the cone is the only part of the wood in direct contact with the glass, creating a sharp visual contrast whilst encapsulating and highlighting the beauty of the maple, cherry, red oak, ash, and tulipwood cones.

The Apex Tables celebrate the beauty of American hardwoods and include a range of combinations using wood stains and clear as well as smoked glass.

For more information visit: www.huntingandnarud.com

Sophisticated Modernism

Art Deco at its most striking

Boeme, the beautiful digital fabric and interior brand have released another exquisite collection – Betula. With bark like brush stroked set against neutral backgrounds to oceanic dreaminess theses highly unique creations by Jo Bound display originality.

There’s no denying Tom Faulkner’s Puzzle Table is anything but eye catching and elegant. This new console table is made from a 25mm solid steel plat, and is simply a beautiful and distinctive piece with bold, geometric lines. The Puzzle is available in any of our standard or specialist finishes with a glass or marble top.

For more information visit: www.boeme.co.uk

For more information visit: www.tomfaulkner.co.uk

Conversation Piece

A favourite of the Victorian era, the undeniably unique cotton satin Madeleine Conversation Chair is a perfectly classic modern take on the traditional style.

A highly distinctive and sophisticated showpiece. Fresh in design and uncompromising in detail, this bright, light and feminine decor piece accompanies the rise of bourgeoisie pleasuring all courting couples and their chaperones.

For more information visit: www.munnadesign.com

Biju’s new sculptural French lighting collection

Christain Lacroix presents a printed panorama of the French Riviera A panoramic voyage of some of the best known homes and personalities throughout the history of the French Riviera, from the eccentricities of a leopard skin cut velvet to a stunning printed palm forest, as well as a dramatic, digitally printed recreation of the jewels stolen in the famous 50s Hitchcock heist ‘to catch a thief’.

The new collection includes versatile designs for your home from a minimal interpretation of cascading rings, which is available as both a beautiful widewidth voile and a crisp printed cotton, to painterly

Biju has launched a dramatic new contemporary French lighting collection of table lamps, floor lamps and chandeliers: Opium (pictured above); Imperatrice; Tibet

contemporary checks and stripes. this broad group of designs is saturated with the key colours of this sparkling coastline, whether bougainvillea flowers or vibrant citrus, and often sees designs invented in both luxury executions and very practical cottons so we can all enjoy the magic of Lacroix.

For more information visit: www.designersguild.com

These 3 complementary sculptural designs use a black lacquered wire outer with an internal fabric shade to cleverly create mood and drama through the interplay of light, space and shape.

The lamps are available as dramatic suspended lights or as floor/table lamps.

For more information visit: www.biju.co.uk

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

103

Hello Tomorrow

Where will

Tomorrow take you?

104

www.emirates.com

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

105

KnightFrank.com

Bellagio Lake Resort, Lake Como, Italy Contemporary waterfront residences

Apartments and townhouses set along 180m of private lakefront with infinity pool, beach and jetty with private berths. Looking across to one of the most picturesque areas of Lake Como, residences enjoy lake and mountain views. A boutique hotel (delivery 2015) will provide restaurant and spa. Approximately 8km from Bellagio. 5 show apartments available for viewing.

Prices from â‚Ź270,000 - â‚Ź830,000 knightfrank.com/IRD120073

KnightFrank.com rupert.fawcett@knightfrank.com

+44 207 861 1058

KnightFrank.com

Monteguidi, Tuscany, Italy Beautifully restored

A restored house built in the 14th century and set in a dominating position surrounded by landscaped garden. In the main building and a further self-contained building there are a total of 4 bedroom suites plus an en suite bedroom and 6 bathrooms. 6 reception rooms, office, fully equipped gym. There is a cellar for wine and olive oil production producing up to 500 bottles of exceptional wine per year plus c. 35 litres of olive oil. Swimming pool, vineyard, olive grove, vegetable garden. In all about 8 hectares.

Guide price: â‚Ź3,500,000 knightfrank.com/FLO120041

KnightFrank.com rupert.fawcett@knightfrank.com

+44 207 861 1058

KnightFrank.com

Courchevel, French Alps Chic contemporary chalet

This outstanding ski in ski out chalet provides a contemporary design with a modern interior. Situated between fir trees and the ski runs providing its own private access to the slopes. Grand salon with dining area and fireplace, 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, swimming pool, Jacuzzi, garage and wine cellar.

Guide price: â‚Ź12,950,000 knightfrank.com/RSI091051

KnightFrank.com matthew.hodder-williams@knightfrank.com

+44 207 861 1529

KnightFrank.com

Les Parcs de St Tropez, Cote d’Azur Superb contemporary villa

Superb, newly constructed villa of contemporary Provencal inspired design offering generous, carefully laid out accommodation finished and appointed to the highest standard set in the heart of the Parcs de St Tropez. Open plan reception room, 6 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms. Garden with swimming pool and outdoor dining area.

Price on Application knightfrank.com/RSI130824

KnightFrank.com fred.schiff@knightfrank.com

+44 207 861 5120

50 UNITED NATIONS PLAZA Turtle Bay, New York City offering just a view!

World-class Architecture Along with world-class pricing is also helping to convince major developers of the value of using just one talent.

“Great architecture is a common thread to great properties,” explains Will Zeckendorf, co-chairman of Zeckendorf Development.

Currently Zeckendorf along with Global Holdings is developing this major project with a single architect: 50 UN Plaza created by Norman Foster, this makes perfect sense on both an aesthetic and commercial level, Zeckendorf says. “If you have an architect like Foster you want him inside and out.”

110

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

Penthouse featuring a 10,000-pound stainless steel staircase leading to an infinity pool, with 1,500 square feet of outdoor space.

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

111

F

rom William Zeckendorf’s work with I.M. Pei and Minoru Yamaski in the 1960s and ’70s to his grandsons’ projects with the likes of KPF and, most notably, Robert A.M. Stern, who created both the brand new 15 Central Park West and the newly renovated 18 Gramercy Park South, the Zeckendorfs have a thing for high design.

Add to that now 50 UN Plaza, a 44-story condo tower on the East Side that will be Lord Norman Foster’s first residential commission in the United States. Mr. Foster is well known for his work on the Hearst Tower, World Trade Center Tower 2 and the new Sperrone Westwater Gallery on the Bowery, as well as a new commission for 425 Park Avenue for L&L Holdings.

With this latest commission, he cements his place as an all-around architectural power in the city. Arthur and William Lie Zeckendorf, real estate scions like few others, will break ground on the project at 345 East 46th Street, on the corner of First Avenue.

The location will afford the project prime river views, as well as a prominent place on the skyline right between the United Nations headquarters and the Trump World Tower.

Turtle Bay, which was once the stomping ground of TV personalities, actors, and writers, including Johnny Carson, Katharine Hepburn, and E. B. White, hasn’t really drawn celebrity A-listers for years.

Developers, too, have gone elsewhere, perhaps turned off by the streetside commotion that results whenever the UN’s General Assembly convenes at the end of summer. On a recent afternoon in Dag Hammarskjold Plaza, just steps from 50 UN’s windows, protesters with megaphones yelled at passing diplomats.

The project, which shows a glassy building of in the high-tech vein for which Foster + Partners is best known. More demure than buildings like Hearst or the so-called Gerkin in London, 50 UN Plaza seems to strike the proper balance of brash understatement.

But the Zeckendorfs are likely to have invested in soundproofing, brokers say.

“Knowing them, there are probably few details that have gone unconsidered,” adds Forbes, who has sold units in Zeckendorf developments since the 1990s.

Those Zecekendorf brothers sure do love their star architects.

Despite its issues, Turtle Bay hasn’t totally been passed over by builders. In 2001, Donald Trump completed his Trump World Tower, a condo that stands a block away at 845 First Avenue. Derek Jeter, among other celebrities, has lived there.

Already, the building, which at 72 stories is taller than 50 UN, is benefiting from the excitement about its neighbor’s arrival, says Ali Jafri, a broker with Douglas Elliman who sells there. A 12th-floor onebedroom listed in early September at $1.595 million, or $1,818 a square foot, is currently closing, amid renovations, and at its asking price, which suggests the area’s market has strength, he says.

Ranging from one to 14 bedrooms (in the triplex penthouse), the building’s 88 units seem priced below their other projects,

though high for the area. Indeed, the smallest two-bedroom, at about 1,130 square feet, will start at $2.5 million, or about $2,200 per square foot, but the The Zeckendorfs will ask $100 million for the top penthouse The 15,597-square-foot triplex at the Norman Foster-designed building with 14 bedrooms and 13 full bathrooms. The apartment also boasts 1,500 square feet of outdoor space and a 10,000-pound stainless steel staircase leading to an infinity pool.

But according to a project spokesman.

That per-foot rate comes in fairly lower than at other Zeckendorf efforts, like 18 Gramercy: Of the six units that had closed there since June, for instance, prices averaged nearly $4,500 a square foot, according to StreetEasy, a real estate website.

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

113

Sir Norman Foster At 15 Central Park, meanwhile, condos regularly sell for more than $6,000 per square foot. The building, which sits a 10-minute walk from the nearest subway stop, will be car-friendly: There will also be a parking space for each home, reports say, and a wide driveway sheltered by a canopy.

The development of 50 UN Plaza is expected to cost $500 million to build, with completion by the end of 2014. If it is even close to the success of 15 Central Park West, which sold $2 million worth of units when it first came on the market (and is worth probably twice that now given a gangbuster market for resales in the famed building), then the Zeckendorfs and their partners should have no problem making an easy return on their investment here.

For the Zeckendorfs, 50 UN marks an unusual full circle. Their paternal grandfather, William, once owned the land under the UN; also, Trygve Lie, the UN’s first secretary general, from 1946 to 1952, was their maternal grandfather. (William’s middle name is Lie.) “They’d be very proud, very excited,” Arthur Zeckendorf told Bloomberg News last summer, “that we’re creating a great building to go with what they created.”

866 United Nations Plaza, 212-906-0550

The Zeckendorf Brothers 114

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE WWW.DORYA.US/TRUMPHOME FEATURING B.3002 SIDEBOARD

115

Rocksure

Own luxury homes around the world for as little as €60,000

®

Do you relish beautiful homes and aspire to entertain guests in some of the globe’s most coveted destinations? Are you a discerning traveller eager to journey the world but not wanting to compromise on luxury? And do you always take pride in making savvy investments?

If so, Rocksure has honed a unique property purchasing model that offers unparalleled luxury living, hassle free ownership, the opportunity for frequent international travel and a risk averse exit strategy.

not one, but a portfolio of magnificent homes around the world for a fraction of the usual cost.

Striving to take the stress and inflexibility out of traditional second home ownership, Rocksure has devised a series of shared ownership, luxury property Funds to appeal to likeminded individuals seeking

For a one off capital sum of €60,000 for example, investors can live the European high life by joining the Capital Fund and owning a share of ten apartments and townhouses across Europe in

Whether you favour cultural European city destinations, exotic villas for all seasons or world wealth hubs such as London or New York, there is a Rocksure Fund to suit your tastes and needs. With each one, shareholders rest safe in the knowledge that all properties are sourced, managed, maintained and staffed by Rocksure and finished in impeccable style.

Marrakech Barcelona, Vienna, Florence, Prague, Cannes, Marbella, London, Paris, Rome and Venice.

Each will be at least 1,500 sqft in size with two bedrooms and two bathrooms and a market value of between â‚Ź1.5m and â‚Ź2m million.

Over the course of the 10 year life of the Fund, Capital Fund shareholders can stay in their choice of properties for up to 12 nights each year knowing simultaneously that their investment has every potential of appreciating in value.

At the end of the life of the Fund, all of the properties will be sold and the proceeds and any capital gain will be shared out amongst investors.

Marrakech

Perhaps more suited to families, is the Crystal villa Fund which will purchase six spacious residences across the globe in Andalucía, Antigua, Provence, Bodrum, the Algarve and Marrakech all with private pools, a Housekeeper/Cook and maid service. Investment here is from £115,000 and affords owners up to 3 weeks annual usage of the four to five bedroom homes.

This Fund will operate for seven years, at the end of which, as with the Capital Fund, all properties will be sold and profits shared amongst owners.

Newest to launch, and appealing to those wanting more of an investment-focused purchase, are the London and Manhattan Funds. These are a solution for those who are eager to participate in future capital gain in two of the world’s most successful cities, but want occasional use of a property in each locale.

Paris

In London, four apartments will be purchased across the city in locations such as Kensington, Chelsea, Westminster and Covent Garden and investment for a Founder’s Half Unit is £117,500. For this, annual usage will be an average of ten nights over the course of the ten year life of the Fund. The Manhattan Fund will be very similar in format but with investment from $167,500, an average of 10 nights use per year and apartments purchased in Midtown, Upper East Side and Tribeca.

With all Funds, unused nights can be rolled over to the following year and all homes may be lent to friends and family.

Importantly, any investor in any Fund can use their Rocksure Pounds to secure stays in properties outside of their specific Fund portfolio; a veritable golden ticket allowing them to travel and entertain around the world.

Algarve With over eight years of experience behind them, a total investment to date of over $30 million and at least 150 British and international investors, Rocksure is a proven leader in its field. Moreover, as properties are only ever purchased with direct capital, investors are protected from the risks associated with borrowing.

Set up by David Rogers, a former COO of Abercrombie & Kent and the founder of Supertravel, the company is in the hands of a luxury travel and property expert with a wealth of experience that has allowed him to craft an ownership model that is both unique and inspiring.

Rocksure Prague

®

For more information Call +44 (0)1993 823809 or visit: www.rocksure.com

facebook.com/struttandparker twitter.com/struttandparker

struttandparker.com

West Sussex, Woodmancote

120

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

Guide price Guide Price £7,950,000

An exceptional and historic country estate in a glorious lakeside setting.

Henfield 1 mile | Gatwick airport 22 miles | Central London 48 miles

149 acres (60.2 ha) Hall | Kitchen/breakfast room | 3 reception rooms | 9 bedrooms | 8 bathrooms | 2 cottages | Excellent outbuildings | Stable yard and manège | Swimming pool | Tennis court | Stunning formal gardens and grounds

James Mackenzie Country Department

Tim Page-Ratcliff Lewes Office

020 7629 7282

01273 475 411

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

121

facebook.com/struttandparker twitter.com/struttandparker

struttandparker.com

Clabon Mews, Knightsbridge, London

122

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

Guide price Guide Price ÂŁ12,500,000

Newly refurbished to an exemplary standard with a landscaped, south-west facing garden and open views.

3,500 sq ft / 325.16 sq m Entrance/dining hall | Kitchen/breakfast room | Drawing room | Media room | Master bedroom suite | 3 further bedrooms | 2 further bathrooms | Gym/bedroom 5 | Steam/shower room | Utility room | Garden | Garage | EPC rating D

James Gilbert-Green Knightsbridge Office

020 7235 9959

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

123

124

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

The difference is Gaggenau.

Vario Cooling 400 series.

www.gaggenau.com

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

125

GO WITH THE GRAIN

126

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

With its characteristic markings and warm tones, wood is the natural choice for bringing beauty and individuality to every style scheme.

W

ood is a timeless material for the kitchen, each piece is unique with a natural grain that can be soft and subtle or bold and dramatic.

Wood can be used to add accents to a classical themed kitchen, it can be painted to create a country house style or it clad an island with a dynamic veneer to create a focal point.

Wood has been the cabinetmakers’ choice many a generations, it is long lasting, warm and wonderfully versatile. This perennially popular material is also perfectly in tune with the current trend for texture in design. Whether you want a look that’s rough or smooth, with ripples or grain wood always has something to offer.

A wood grain is determined by the species and structure of the tree and the characteristics of the original trunk, as well as by the way it is cut, processed and matched. From a simple striped grain pattern to a superbly book-matched veneer, wood has the ability to offer dozens of different choices depending on the effect you want to achieve.

For hard wearing and more affordable options, laminates and melamines are a great option. Although these tend to be cooler to the touch that the real thing they are convincingly realistic, with subtle grain textures in many contemporary tones. They are also extremely durable and are ideal for a busy family.

The Wonders of Wood...

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

129

How to make wood work for you....

If you prefer solid wood, you may find options limited, as not all species are available of sufficiently stable for cabinetmaking. There is more choice in veneer – thin sheets of timber glued to a stable structure.

There are many finishes that can give the wood an individual look.

Pigments rubbed into the grain and sanded can emphasise the natural figuring, while dyes and stains can be used to soften or stress the grain effect.

Traditionally wood was lacquered with a stain finish, but durable matt lacquers are becoming increasingly popular because they create more natural appearance as well as protect the wood creating a much more durable long lasting kitchen.

Just because wood is a traditional material, it doesn’t mean that your style of cabinetry must be so.

To highlight the sense of movement contrast your wooden kitchen with an ultra-smooth work surface, such as solid acrylics or stainless steel.

Wooden kitchens should be the focal point so ensure your colour scheme blends harmoniously with the colour or stain of the wood grain, creams, muted greys & charcoal all work beautifully.

Avoid purples, pinks and orange.

130

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

Photos: www.dothedaniel.com, www.nethomeowner.com, www.innatcascade.com, www.kiviart.com, www.shuffs.co.uk, www.stcharlesofnewyork.com

Silestone quartz worktops from Consentino is the world leading quartz worktop brand Silestone is a compound made up of 94% natural quartz, which make it extraordinarily hard and resilient. It is also highly resistant to stains andscratches, and has a low level of fluid absorption.

Silestone comes in over 60 colours which benefit from high levels of colour consistency and is perfect for use in the kitchen and bathroom.

Silestone worktops are also backed by a 10 year material warranty and is the only worktop which comes with built in anti-bacterial protection, guaranteeing total hygiene.

Another advantage of Silestone quartz worktops is it is easy to keep clean and maintain. In most cases it just needs to be wiped over with a dry cloth to remove the dirt.

www.silestone.com

Beautifully shaped individualists When it comes to mixer taps, it is always best to make quality the main priority. After all, the most important source of drinking water in the home should be functional and hygienic, and meet the highest requirements of everyday kitchen life.

However, the looks are no less important – especially in an open-plan kitchen. Blanco’s exclusive new mixer taps are in an exclusive design which radiates a very special aesthetic, all of their own.

134

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

www.blancoamerica.com PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

135

Blancovonda trumps with ease of control Blancovonda appeals in the kitchen as an extraordinary eye-catcher.

Its consistently linear design is accentuated by a number of sophisticated details.

Blancovonda has a practical front control for ergonomic operation. One other striking feature is the high spout, which has a pleasant-to-touch Softgrip surface, and creates an elegant contrast to the metallic mixer tap body in black.

Blancovonda Control offers additional functionality with its integrated pop-up waste. Blancovonda Control is recommended in particular for flush-fit or undermount single and double bowls, as it only requires a single drill hole in the worktop.

Both versions are available in chrome and brushed stainless steel, and are perfect for precise combining with the stainless steel finishes of Blanco sinks.

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

137

138

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

Blancoyovis: Inspired by nature The Blancoyovis mixer tap conveys a filigree impression. Inspired by nature the combination of a cylindrical shape with a lateral, angled control lever stands for a convincing interpretation of organic forms.

This new line of mixer taps is available in various versions and finishes. The Blancoyovis-S also has an extendable metal spray hose that is perfect for washing fruit and vegetables. As well as chrome, Blancoyovis-S is available in every Silgranit colour in the bi-colour look from anthracite to white for a perfectly matched kitchen design.

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

139

The professional mixer tap for exclusive kitchens Ambitious amateur chefs now have yet another option for giving their kitchens a professional touch: the new Blancoculina-S Duo by Blanco SteelArt. The mixer tap, which was created in the SteelArt system design, not only looks professional, but with its clever, well thought out functional details and skilled craftsmanship, Culina-S Duo will also appeal to any kitchen aesthete. It is fitted with a separate control unit, so it can be positioned anywhere around the sink.

This makes the new Blancoculina-S Duo the perfect match for exclusive SteelArt bowls such as Blanco Attika that do not have a tap ledge. However, it also harmonises beautifully with numerous other exclusive bowl programmes

by Blanco.

Blancoculina-S Duo combines award-winning design, professional functionality and the exclusivity of the Blanco SteelArt brand. It has been specially developed for the highest standards in individual interior design.

www.axolight.it

Alexanders´Collection Spain Luxury Home

Opening hours: Monday - Saturday 11:00 - 20:00 Ctra. n-340, Km 176, Edif OASIS Business Center, Local 1.

29600 Marbella (Malaga), España T. +34 952 82 34 40 ac-spain@yahoo.es www.ac-spain.es

Looking for a sea view on Marbellas’ Golden Mile?

LA TRINIDAD, MARBELLAS’ GOLDEN MILE •  Looking for sea views?

•  Want a secure gated development?

•  Do you want to be only a few minutes to the beach and restaurants?

3 We have all of this in this luxurious development situated next to the Kings palace on Marbellas Golden Mile.

2 bed apartment from 750,000e

144

theteam@vpmarbella.com | T +34 952 908 415 | www.vpmarbella.com THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

Discover a truly dedicated team that work for you whether you’re buying or selling that special property

Listings: Begoña Gonzalez +34 605 305 742

Sales: Claire Reidy +34 646 136 790

Sales: Maria Gomez +34 605 891 443

Spectacular panoramic view in the heart of Golf Valley

ALBATROSS HILLS, NUEVA ANDALUCIA, MARBELLA • • • •

 Do you want stunning panoramic sea views?  Be close to various golf courses in the heart of Golf Valley?  In a gated development with security?  Want sport facilities on your door step, indoor heated pool, gym and tennis?

3 Here in Albatross Hills you have a fabulous 3 bed penthouse for only 895,000e theteam@vpmarbella.com | T +34 952 908 415 | www.vpmarbella.com PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

145

Location, location, location and so much more!

146

theteam@vpmarbella.com | T +34 952 908 415 | www.vpmarbella.com THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

NUEVA ANDALUCIA, MARBELLA • • • • • •

Frontline golf Walking distance to amenities Stunning golf views Cinema room Private office Beautifully designed

Price: 2,495,000€€

• • • • •

Plot: 1,261m2 Built: 529m2 Terrace: 82m2 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 5

Ref. 857VPV

theteam@vpmarbella.com | T +34 952 908 415 | www.vpmarbella.com PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

147

A taste of Spain

LAS BRISAS, NUEVA ANDALUCIA, MARBELLA • • • • • •

South & West orientation Garden views Very private Top build qualities Walking distance to amenities Great family home

Price: 1,600,000€€

148

• • • • •

Plot: 1,250m2 Built: 325m2 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 4 Garage 2 cars

Ref. 683VPV

theteam@vpmarbella.com | T +34 952 908 415 | www.vpmarbella.com THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

Discover a truly dedicated team that work for you whether you’re buying or selling that special property

Listings: Begoña Gonzalez +34 605 305 742

Sales: Claire Reidy +34 646 136 790

Sales: Maria Gomez +34 605 891 443

Contemporary living

LAS BRISAS, NUEVA ANDALUCIA, MARBELLA • • • • • •

South & East orientation Mountain and sea views Modern design Large garden with fabulous pool area 5 minutes to Puerto Banus Great location

Price: 2,000,000€€

• • • • •

Plot: 1,795m2 Built: 312m2 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 4 Garage 2 cars

Ref. 805VPV

theteam@vpmarbella.com | T +34 952 908 415 | www.vpmarbella.com PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

149

FURNITURE LIGHTING CURTAINS UPHOLSTERY PROJECTS

DAIRIN DECORACION

INTERIOR DESIGN

An interior design company with over 40 years experience, Dairin Decoracion pride themselves on their professionalism, attention to detail and customer care. Our services range from comprehensive decorating projects, turnkey design, interior design and renovations.

Our store has a wide range of fabrics, indoor and outdoor furniture, beds & mattresses and we have our own factory producing curtains and upholstery.

We detail everything before commencing a project presenting you with detailed budgets and timings.

Ctra. de Ronda PolĂ­gono La Quinta, NÂş 11A | T: 952 78 12 88 / 952 78 18 27 F: 952 78 48 67 (for the shop and upholstery) | E: dairindecoracion@dairindecoracion.com

www.dairindecoracion.com

Media Group CREATING THE BEST MAGAZINES...

PERFECT

Homes

DÉCOR

SUNSEARCH MAGAZINE ISSUE 11 2014 Spain €3.95

I N T E R N AT I O N A L

WORLDWIDE PROPERTY BIBLE

R E A L E S TAT E

•

INTERIOR DESIGN

ISSUE 11 2014 EU €4.95 UK £4.50

•

GARDENS

•

FURNITURE

BESPOKE

HOME INTERIORS The latest trends and styles

REVEL IN RIO The City of Dreams

MAGAZINE

ISSUE 3 | 2014 | e3.95 | £3.50

One of a Kind The stunning Enignum range from designer Joseph Walsh The World Marbella A new development that will redefine modern Marbella living

The Collection

TOP 10 LUXURY RESTAURANTS With the Perfect Ambience

PRIVATE PLANE PHENOMNON More accessible than ever

LUXURY

The pleasure of a good night’s sleep

The only magazine in Spain sold and read in every country in the world – FACT!

THE ONLY MAGAZINES IN SPAIN SOLD AND READ IN EVERY COUNTRY IN THE WORLD

REAL ESTATE

The pleasure of a good night’s sleep

From the most desirable

places in the IN world THE ONLY MAGAZINES IN SPAIN SOLD AND READ IN EVERY COUNTRY THE WORLD

The only magazine in Spain sold and read in every country in the world – FACT!

places in the world From the most desirable

REAL ESTATE More accessible than ever

PHENOMNON PRIVATE PLANE

LUXURY

ADVERTISE WITH US YOU CAN’T AFFORD NOT TOO. RESTAURANTS TOP 10 LUXURY CALL REVEL IN RIO+34 951 136 751 - 951 127 200 The Collection With the Perfect Ambience

The City of Dreams

Marbella living will redefine modern A new development that The World Marbella Joseph Walsh range from designer The stunning Enignum One of a Kind

SUNSEARCH HOME INTERIORS Download the App or Purchase atDÉCOR your local newsagents BESPOKE 618 newsagents in Spain alone.

Spain €3.95 ISSUE 11 2014

MAGAZINE

ISSUE 3 | 2014 | e3.95 | £3.50

The latest trends and styles

Homes R E A L E S TAT E

•

INTERIOR DESIGN

WORLDWIDE PROPERTY BIBLE

•

GARDENS

•

MAGAZINE

FURNITURE

ISSUE 11 2014 EU €4.95 UK £4.50

TCEFREP

I N T E R N AT I O N A L

Distributed & Sold Internationally across Spain, UK, Italy, Belgium, Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Dubai @ Airports and Top Hotels

View all our publications on-line go to: www.simplymedia-group.com SIMPLY MEDIA

www.simplymedia-group.com

South Kensington, SW5 Located on one of the finest streets locally, this magnificent flat predominately overlooks and has direct access to beautiful award winning communal gardens and boasts a wealth of natural light. One of the key features of this property is the magnificent 29’6 x 18’10 drawing room, which overlooks the gardens. With impressive ceiling height, large bay window and original features, this classic room is very hard to beat.

This unique apartment also offers a 31’8 kitchen/breakfast room, a 16 x 11 bedroom both overlooking the communal gardens, as well as a family bathroom and additional cloakroom. As a huge extra benefit to this apartment, there is the private parking space located at the front of the building. EPC:E Hamptons Chelsea 020 7205 5435 chelsea@hamptons-int.com

Beyond your expectations www.hamptons.co.uk

£2,700,000 Share of Freehold • • • • • •

One bedroom raised ground floor flat High ceilings and period features Direct access to award winning gardens Private parking space 1,169 sq.ft.

Share of Freehold

Hyde Park Estate, W2 ÂŁ2,495,000 Leasehold The subject of a meticulous refurbishment by the present owners, this is a stunning three bedroom top floor apartment with leafy roof top views. EPC: D Hamptons Hyde Park and Bayswater 020 7205 5445 hydeparkbayswater@hamptons-int.com

Kensington Church Walk, W8 ÂŁ4,850,000 Freehold An outstanding three bedroom period townhouse with roof terrace. EPC: C Hamptons Kensington 020 7205 5442 kensington@hamptons-int.com

TO FLY. TO SERVE. www.britishairways.com Perfect Homes International Magazine

273

Beyond your expectations www.hamptons.co.uk

Keston, Kent £4,950,000 Freehold In one of the South East’s most prestigious private estates, a superbly appointed residence of quality designed and built to impress. EPC: C Hamptons Sevenoaks 01732 667208 sevenoaks@hamptons-int.com

Near Sandbanks, Poole £6,250,000 Occupying a desirable and prestigious coastal location, Vantage is a brand new waterfront superhome enjoying breathtaking panoramic views across Poole Harbour. EPC: C Hamptons Canford Cliffs 01202 021941 canfordcliffs@hamptons-int.com

Beyond your expectations www.hamptons.co.uk

Little Missenden, Buckinghamshire A captivating and historic listed manor house with magical gardens which has been in the current owner’s family for nearly sixty years. Set privately in one of the Chiltern Hills most appealing villages, this charming gentleman’s estate is a rare find.

Country House Department 020 7470 9359 countryhouse@hamptons-int.com

£3,750,000 Freehold • • • • • • •

Beyond your expectations www.hamptons.co.uk

9 bedrooms 4 reception rooms 2 bathrooms 2 cottages Paddock Tennis court In all about 8.75 acres

Ewhurst, Surrey OIEO ÂŁ3,000,000 Freehold A Grade II Listed property with four reception rooms, seven bedrooms, four bathrooms, landscaped gardens, all in about 4 acres.

Country House Department 020 7470 9359 countryhouse@hamptons-int.com

Thursley, Surrey OIEO ÂŁ3,250,000 Freehold A delightful 17th Century six bedroom farmhouse with later additions, in an idyllic countryside setting with a separate detached self contained guest cottage. EPC: E Country House Department 020 7470 9359 countryhouse@hamptons-int.com

A property for individualists

CASA BAOBAB Las Brisas

160

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

Casa Baobab is a contemporary and technological Hi-Tech fully renovated frontline villa on the golf course of Las Brisas in Nueva Andalucia, within the magnificent Real Club de Golf Las Brisas, in Nueva Andalucia, one of the most exclusive areas of Marbella just a few minutes from Puerto Banus.

The house incorporates colonial elements into a clean, crisp modern style resulting in a contemporary home with lots of character. Inside, matt grey floor tiles, white walls and chrome blend seamlessly with glass detailing to produce a sophisticated modern ambience.

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

161

The entrance hall leads past a cloak-room to a spacious openplan living and dining room that enjoys magnificent views and connects with a modern kitchen with breakfast bar with Siemens and Bosche appliances, there is a further breakfast area, separate laundry room and an impressively lit contemporary glass wine cellar. Also on this level is a spacious bathroom and its own study room.

On the lower level there is a covered patio with shower and changing rooms, a BBQ and full outdoor kitchen with relaxing and dining areas, as well as a beautiful infinity pool.

Following the pool terraces towards the lawns is a lower porch that provides terracing for each of the 4 bedroom suites contained on this level, including the spacious master bedroom.

From the garden is the direct access to the Las Brisas Golf Course.

SUNSEARCH HOMES I N T E R N A T I O N A L

8 For information on this property (ref V345) contact Sunsearch Homes International +34 951 127 200 enquiries@sunsearchhomes.com www.sunsearchhomes.com

Other features include: 24h Service, Alarm, Automatic irrigation system, BBQ, Cellar, Guest toilet, Heated pool, Home automation system, Marble floors, Satellite TV, Solar panels, Telephone, Cinema room, Dining room, Laundry room, Storage room, Study room, Utility room, Air conditioning, Central heating, Under-floor heating (bathrooms), Under-floor heating (throughout), Garden view, Golf view, Mountain view, Front line golf, Mountainside, Fully fitted kitchen

Price: 3.100.000 Euros | Built: 622 m2 | Plot: 1.625 m2 | Beds: 5 | Baths: 5-1/2 | Domotics | Wine cellar Energy Efficient House | 2 car garage | Infinity Pool with pre-installation for heating | Golf and mountain views Golf buggy garage with direct access to golf course

164

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

Indoor Swimming Pools You can slip into your pool whenever the mood strikes—rain or shine!

S

wimming is the easiest way to clear your mind and body.

Also having a healthy brain in a healthy body is known as the best thing.

An indoor pool must always be included in the project of a house, especially when you dislike the crowd from public pools. And you can always ring the help of professional pool builders from Premier Pools for quotations and designs The indoor pools for homes create always an exquisite place for all the family members, offering them the intimate environment they need. You have to consider that an indoor pool is useful all over the year. Having an indoor swimming pool at home means you don’t have to wait for the sunny days to enjoy the benefits of swimming and maintain your body in shape in any season.

The indoor pool design must be in the same tone with the design of the rest of your home. Your pool design must fit like a piece of the entire home, respecting the architecture and interior design of the entire place.

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

167

Defining the Style Another important person to consider for your team is a skilled interior decorator.

Unlike an outdoor pool where planting materials and hardscapes are the priority, the environment of an indoor pool needs to be in harmony with the home’s overall décor. Furniture, amenities, and even the artwork, must reflect your home and your style.

When the outdoor venue is picturesque and a pleasure to view, using its beauty as a backdrop for the indoor pool is an excellent way to capture nature’s beauty and bring it indoors without a lot of hassle.

Walls of windows, a ceiling of skylights, and sliding glass doors achieve this open feeling.

Natural lighting is best, but when the sun goes down or hides behind the clouds, artificial lighting can create a whole new vibe. The lighting should be restrained: the idea is to create a welcoming ambiance.

Wall sconces combined with in-pool

lighting can create a glow that will transform a room from daytime to nighttime. Most designers will recommend not installing overhead lighting, however, because changing bulbs or repairing fixtures would be too difficult.

After all the amenities are in place and your pool is ready for opening day, take time to look around and admire the view. No matter the reason why you decided to build your indoor pool, you will undoubtedly echo what others have found to be true: you now have a new favorite place to enjoy the best things in life your family and friends.

Year-Round Swimming Perhaps one of the most notable advantages of an indoor swimming pool is the fact that use is not limited to a specific time of year. Those living in areas with cold winters are unable to swim throughout all four seasons with an outdoor pool; however, indoor swimming pool enjoyment is not limited.

Many indoor swimming pools are equipped with heating systems that allow you to control the temperature of the water, and this can make for a more enjoyable swimming experience.

Sun Safety One of the major attractions of outdoor swimming pools is the ability to sunbathe.

While soaking in the sun’s rays can introduce Vitamin D into the body, excessive exposure to the sun can cause skin cancer, advanced aging and eye damage, according to the World Health Organization. Indoor swimming pools can provide water-time fun without the dangers of overexposure to the sun.

Cleaning Indoor swimming pools are exponentially easier to clean as you do not have to worry about insects, tree debris and other items falling into the pool. Even though indoor swimming pools do not collect external debris.

Photos: www.reddit.com, www.leveragere.com, www.homedesign.pics, www.yetanotherdesign.com, wananjx.com, www.leveragere.com, www.homestratosphere.com_shutterstock, www.e-interjeras.lt

169

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

AZUR IMMOBILIER SINCE 1979 ON THE FRENCH RIVIERA

First Class Immobilien is a french company established in 1979 on the Cote d’Azur and offers a highly personalised search service for high value villas and apartments for sale.

Our real estate agencies specialize in properties focusing on MANDELIEU LA NAPOULE, THEOULE-SUR-MER, CANNES and also have access to the best new and off plan investment property.

You are looking for a luxurious Villa, a luminous Penthouse, a waterfront property, a stone Bastide, land for sale ...

If you wish to sell your property ...

You plan to rent for holidays, congresses, seminars a spacious villa overlooking

the sea from the Bay of Cannes, Lerins Islands, to the Cap d’Antibes ...

Mandelieu-La Napoule, seaside resort is located at the centre of the French Riviera facing the bay of Cannes , the Lerins islands and the Esterel massif.

Facing the islands of Lerins, Mandelieu-La Napoule is next to Cannes by the national road 98.

Resort of the Mediterranean coast, Mandelieu-La Napoule is rich in beaches of fine sand and the creeks of characteristic red rocks of the Esterel Massif. The pine trees of the famous “Old Course” and the village of “La Napoule” nestled at the foot of “Mont San Peyre”, the famous Castle form these Mediterranean landscapes

who built the French Riviera legend.

Sandy beaches accessible all year long, also for the handicapped.

The level of harbour facilities is exceptional, with more than 5000 places distributed on six harbours completely dedicated to sailing. Waterbased recreation is also numerous and accessible, diversified over a long period of the year thanks to the particularly favourable climate.

Beach, water sport, sailing allied to the charms of rivers, Mandelieu-La Napoule definitely combines all the trump cards of an excellent nautical destination.

Don’t hesitate to contact us and discuss your needs.

Office : Facing the castle of La Napoule ~ On the seaside Tel. 33 (0)4 93 49 45 33 / 33(0)6 46 47 24 80

FIRST CLASS IMMOBILIEN CANNES - LA NAPOULE - THEOULE

Charming property in perfect condition with a beautiful garden and private pool Mandelieu - La Napoule - French Riviera - 10 km from Cannes Price : 1.160.000 € Ref : V1390 Plot : 1.850 m2 | Built : 230 m2 | Terrace : 100 m2 | Garage : 2 cars | Swimming Pool | Garden, Wooded Area South Oriented | 4 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | 2 Shower rooms| | 1 Office | Dressing

CANNES - LA NAPOULE - THEOULE

Provencal stone built property with an amazing sea view in a residential area La Napoule - French Riviera - 10 km from Cannes Price : 1.950.000 € Ref : V631 Plot : 1.220 m2 | Built : 250 m2 | Terrace : 100 m2 | Garage | Swimming Pool | Great family house 8 Rooms | 4 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms | 2 Shower rooms | Provencal style | Basement /cellar

www.azurimmobilier.fr

AZUR IMMOBILIER SINCE 1979 ON THE FRENCH RIVIERA

Residence Mimosas Bay Sea view Elite Apartements Mandelieu-La Napoule – 10 km from Cannes–French Riviera The residence consits of three blocks and each block consists of three four-level apartments of two different types (1&2) 4 apartements (Type 1) with total living area of 115 m2 with three bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2 shower rooms Type 1- Living area, terrace, balcony, garage Total area 300 m2 5 apartements (Type 2) with a total living area of 93 m2 with two bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1 shower rooms. Type 2 - Living area, terrace, balcony, garage Total area 250 m2

Price : From 695 000 € Ref : A1266 Terrrace + balcony | Panoramic sea view | High quality equipement | Decorated with modern finishing materials Air conditioning and climate control | Burglar alarm | Swimming Pool | Caretaker | Security Garage : 70 m2 | Communal open swimming pool

Office : Facing the castle of La Napoule ~ On the seaside Tel. 33 (0)4 93 49 45 33 / 33(0)6 46 47 24 80

FIRST CLASS IMMOBILIEN CANNES - LA NAPOULE - THEOULE

125 sqm apartment with stunning sea views, in luxury complex with beautiful pool close to the beach Théoule-sur-Mer - 10 km from Cannes –French Riviera Price : 1 250 000 € Ref : A1094 Built : 125 m2 | Terrace : 25 m2 | Panoramic sea view | Garage : 2 cars |Parking : 2 cars Swimming Pool, Caretaker, Security | 5 Rooms | 3 Bedrooms | 1 Bathrooms 1 Shower room | 1 Office | Dressing

CANNES - LA NAPOULE - THEOULE

Luxury 145 sqm penthouse with a breathtaking panoramic bay view of Cannes Théoule-sur-Mer – French Riviera Price : 1 375 000 € Ref : A1056 Built : 145 m2 | Terrace : 50 m2 | Panoramic sea view | Renaissance style | 1 Garage | Swimming Pool, Caretaker | Security | South Oriented | 4 Rooms | 3 Bedrooms | 1 Bathroom | 2 Shower

www.azurimmobilier.fr

THE DIGITAL AGE

In this modern digital age, technological gadgets are becoming increasingly more common in aspects of our everyday lives, and these high-tech furniture pieces are a few great examples of how technological features are becoming embedded in ordinary objects. While some people search for furnishings that are both practical and visually appealing, others might opt for something a bit more advanced and multifunctional, which these high-tech furniture pieces will certainly provide.

Why go for an ordinary couch or chair when you can have one that creatively features a built-in iPad or one that can amazingly transform into a touchscreen device?

The Philippe Starck My World Couch Accommodates Technology The Philippe Starck My World couch has been designed in the interest of the modern resident. Present within this Starck piece are power outlets and an easily accessible Powermat charging tool, enabling it to host and power up one’s digital products. The name My World is fitting with the many ends that this furniture set serves. the set is available on the Cassina site cassina.com. Modular sections can be furthermore manipulated into any size deemed desirable by owners, making it a reasonable investment for those living in cramped or large spaces. And for the minimalist enthusiast, a drawer will also hide any wires.

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

177

The Ultimate Multi Touch, Multi User Surface Solution Bring work and play together with the ProMultis Multi Touch Table. Imagine several people collaborating and working together, one editing a word document, one creating a drawing and another browsing the internet and then all three people passing documents and images between each other on one interactive touch screen.. well you can with the ProMultis Table The ProMultis Table provides the ultimate multitouch surface experience to enhance any learning experience with highly interactive content, within a stylish, contemporary designed table.

The integrated bright, clear HD LED screen provides a large working surface area allowing several users to collaborate from any angle. Allowing up to 42 independent touches, and with a discrete PC housing, and variable leg heights available to suite all requirements, the ProMultis Multi Touch Table creates real impact in all situations.

The MWE Emperor 200 is Geeky with Attitude Whether you’re a tech person or not, the MWE Emperor 200 is extremely impressive.

The MWE Emperor 200 is simply badass. The scorpion-like design gives it a dangerous predatory look and it has a futuristic feel. The workstation has a leather ergonomic chair bringing comfort to the user. In front of the seat is a touchscreen panel and a mini desk to hold keyboards and computer mice with.

At the end of the tail are three 24” LED HD monitors that arches right in front of the person, all of which are adjustable.

The Emperor 200 is also motorized, which means anyone can position the chair to their liking without getting up. There’s also THX surround sound and air filtration.

178

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

The Nomad Tablet Side Table Bridges the Gap Between Work and Relaxation Although there happens to be a ton of accessories designed and manufactured for the Apple iPad and other tablet brands, I don’t think any of them rival the class of the Nomad tablet side table. Chic and stylish, it takes into account more factors than simply function and convenience.

Electrolux Rendez-Vous: The kitchen table

Electrolux Global Design has come up with a way for everyone to be included in the celebrations with the Rendez-Vous - a concept interactive table with a high-tech kitchen built-in, and it will even charge your mobile phone.

Sharing food with family and friends around the dining table is a universal recipe for a good time, unless of course you are stuck in the kitchen cooking.

The key to this concept design is its “energy shield” top which would transmit power wirelessly to any electrical appliance, so there’s no need to plug in your blender, toaster, or your mobile phone.

Photos: www.zeronaldo.com, www.designisthis.com, www.huffingtonpost.co.uk, www.laweekly.com, www.sourcetech.co.uk

Designed by Spell, the Nomad tablet side table allows living and work environments to be come more dynamic. With a slot straight through its center, this table allows the user to slip in his or her tablet into it to use it as a stylish stand. Because of its small size, it can be placed just about anywhere in the home or office. It bridges the gap between work and relaxation.

The top also integrates an inductive cooking system across its whole surface that uses sensors to detect where a pan is placed so that any part of the table can become a hot-plate.

Below deck there’s modular drawers and provision for kitchen appliances like a stove or refrigerator and a “virtual chef” that provides cooking supervision on the go completes the futuristic design package.

What goes around, comes around: Bauknecht presents the washing machine of the future

This design prototype was created in collaboration with the designer Arman Emami in Berlin and produced in Stuttgart.

Bauknecht is venturing a glimpse into the future and presenting a visionary design model: the first round washing machine.

With the prototype, which was created in collaboration with Berlin designer Arman Emami, household appliance manufacturer Bauknecht wants to underscore its innovative acumen and present a foretaste of the design of the future.

“Although the pragmatic, boxlike shape of normal washing machines is logical, it’s totally lacking in emotion”, explains Emami – which is why he departed from the classic style and liberated the appliance from its corners and edges. With its special blend of function and form, the Bauknecht machine is intended to provide a glimpse of what direction design holds for our homes, might take in future.

BLUEPORT ALTEA TIMELESS VILLAS TAILORED TO YOUR WISHES

THE PRESTIGIOUS ALTEA HILLS ESTATE GROUP LAUNCHES THE MOST LUXURIOUS EXCLUSIVE RESIDENTIAL VILLA COMPLEX ON THE COSTA BLANCA. 182

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

I

t’s BluePort Altea, a project of extraordinarily beautiful and comfortable villas located in the best available spot in Altea Hills - a unique place form which the views of the bay of Altea are simply unsurpassable and where the peace and quiet, privacy and natural surroundings envelope each and every home.

BluePort stands for elegance and exclusivity specially for highly refined residents who invest on a luxurious level, and who seek to develop their stylish life in a setting of privacy, family comfort and first-class refinement. The grounds where BluePort is located are truly mind blowing!

The Slope faces south and are displayed in such a way that each residence is ensured total privacy whilst enjoying 270 degrees of unobstructed views over the bay. That view is yours forever. Within such an exceptional environment, Blueport stands as an exclusive private world of comfort and security. Our understanding of luxury goes beyond the material level. It allows you to step into a world of all-inclusive quality in life.

The master bedroom, privately situated, offers a wealth of pleasure, comfort and relaxation, and it is favoured with a spacious dressing room en-suite bathroom, jacuzzi, private garden and large windows affording superb views. Large floor-to-ceiling windows take full advantage of the outside scenario, making sure that wherever you are, the beauty of the sky and the bay is your companion. Because of the position of the villa, you can see all without being seen.

Blueport Altea is surrounded by the amazing blue of the Mediterranen Sea. The blue, the sky, the sea...produce a sense of well being, a spiritual contentment that is difficult, if not impossible, to find anywhere else in other parts of Europe.

To create a living space that enhances such qualities has been our biggest challenge.

Our houses are not just beautiful dwellings, but they stand for expentional quality and will be appreciated by those who enjoy life.

We are very thrilled to work with a unique team of experts that Altea Hills Estate has put together.

A team of world-renowned experts in every aspect of the development of BluePort. It is Truly inspiring! Home to BluePort, is the heart of Altea Hills (5 star-urbanisation) that merges beauty, comfort, safety and well-heeled, tasteful residents who are environmentally aware and appreciate what life has to offer.

There is Truth in the proverb ”My home is my castle” being more than just luxurious surroundings, BluePort Altea offers an absolute sense of security as a result of the enclosed perimeter of Altea Hills.

All BluePort residences are situated on private parcels of around 1,000 square meters. Each villa has approximately 500 square meters of living area, including 5 bedrooms, a grand living room with an open kitchen, a dining room, spacious bathrooms, a fitness centre, and an optional cinema room; they also contain independent servicequarters, an elevator, a garage for 3 cars, ample storage spaces and pleasant inner patios and gardens. Moreover, we encourage you to give it your own personal touch and uniqueness.

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

183

ALTEA On the foot of Altea Hills, is the town of Altea. Altea has more than six kilometers of the most beautiful and varied coastlines, combining impressive cliffs and turquoise coves with white sandy beaches that proudly display a blue flag all year around. Embraced by the majestic Sierra Bernia, a chain of mountains that curves into the sea, Altea is guaranteed a perfect climate almost all year round, mild and sunny. Its low humidity levels and the protection of the hills that surround it, create a unique micro climate that the world health organisation has rated as one of the healthiest on the planet.

The “Old Town” built around 1244 is a maze of narrow steep streets, whitewashed

houses, hanging balconies, carved wooden doors, jasmines and bougainvilleas that today, contains private homes as well as numerous galleries, exclusive boutiques, excellent selection of fine restaurants from Michelin star restaurants to French or Swiss Bistro, gourmet Spanish grills and a wide range of Oriental and European tendencies; the rainbow of choices is yours. Culture and arts are also top priority in Altea. Officially granted the title of “Cultural Capital of the Valencia Region”.

Altea has several private and public harbours of great quality, including two first-class Marinas El Puerto Deportivo Luis Campomanes (also known as The Greenwich Marina because of its location exactly on the Greenwich meridian) and EL Club Nautico

de Altea, distinguished for organising wellknown international nautical competitions.

Sun and Sea bathing are also a wholesome pleasure at the beaches and in the coves of Altea, even well into the autumn days Mascarat, La Olla, Cap Negret or La Roda are beaches of unspoiled beauty, these beaches invite you for a complete relaxation.

The Nine-hole golf course Club Don Cayo is just minutes away from BluePort, Club Don Cayo is one of the five golf courses around the area of Altea. The two international airports of Valencia and Alicante and the well-maintained network of national and European roads and fast trains, keep Altea just a blink away from the rest of the World.

ERIC KUSTER The Shelter of the mountains and the endless sea provides the perfect symbiosis between the privacy of your home and overwhelming nature.

The contrasted character of BluePort Altea inspired by world-famous interior designer Eric Kuster to create a dedicated design line; Blue by Eric Kuster.

WWIt is the perfect match born from a passion for luxury and beauty, balancing classic and modern, light and dark, hot and cold, luxury and natural materials. Blue by Eric Kuster is Metropolitan Luxury in one of the world’s most beautiful places.

Starting Price: 5.800.000 euros Apply for a full brochure: www.globalluxuriousproperties.com www.blueportaltea.com Contact Agent: Global Luxurious Properties Team of Professional Real Estate Consultants Phone: 0031-(0)15-2630195 Email: info@globalluxuriousproperties.com Website: www.globalluxuriousproperties.com

The extensive Siemen’s portfolio offers solutions for energy, water and environment, which are manifest in its appliances ovens, cooktops, rangehoods, warming drawers, dishwashers, washers, dryers and coffee machines.

Siemens’ design and production takes a global view, when considering the happiness of your home.

www.siemens.com

INTERNATIONAL REAL ESTATE INVESTING CONFIDENCE

FANTASTIC VILLA LOCATED IN BENAHAVIS, COSTA DEL SOL

H

igh quality viila with 4 suite bedrooms, situated in Urbanización Capanes Sur, Condes de Luque. Southwest facing, built 2007, never lived in, renovated. Nice views over the mountains.

Built on two floors.

Main floor consists of a spacious living room, fully fitted kitchen with dining area, laundry area, guest toilet, one guest bedroom suite. The villa has a direct access to the garden with splendid views and pool area. On the first floor there is a master bedroom suite and two guest bedrooms suites. The property has under floor heating system, air conditioning with heating, marble floors, carport (to be built). There is large plot of 2267m2 with swimming pool), garden and BBQ zone. Terraces of the house enjoy panoramic sea, mountain and golf field views.

Nearby all amenities and only 5 to 10 minutes drive to the beach and Puerto Banus.

The villa is situated in Benahavis, a town located at a hill seven kilometers from the coasts seashore, and between Marbella, Estepona, and Ronda. Costa del Sol has plenty of restaurants and bars, and is known for being a major dining and gathering point to enjoy its gastronomy.

Benahavis is a typical Andalusian village, with its white houses and a notorious Arabic past and history present in its architectural façades.

CS1194 | 1.495.000,00 € PASEO DE GRACIA 21, 4º 2ª 08007 BARCELONA, ESPAÑA T (+34) 93 467 64 45 | contact@seabestland.es | www.seabestland.com

A COZY APARTMENT WITH STUNNING TERRACE IN THE HEART OF EIXAMPLE

Modernist style apartment, magnificently located at the heart of Eixample district, within a few minutes at the center of Barcelona.The apartment is in a five story modernist style block with a 80 m2 surface area. The apartment consists of a large living room with excellent daylight, a fully equipped kitchen with appliances, two large bedrooms and two bathroom and a terrace or 40 m2.

STYLISH APARTMENT IN BARCELONA WITH PANORAMIC VIEWS OF THE CITY

This stylish and lovely two-bedroom apartment is located in the centre of Barcelona. It is only 100 meters from shopping malls, located in the Diagonal Mar- Port Forum district, in the eastern end of the Avinguda Diagonal, one of the most significant avenues of the city.

Avinguda Diagonal is one of the residents most used avenues because it precisely crosses the city in a diagonal manner thus representing an essential way from one end of the city to other and vice versa.

THREE BED APARTMENTDS IN MATARO, BARCELONA COAST

Beautiful new apartments are located just 100 meters from the sea within the new development in Mataro, Barcelona coast. The area has well developed infrastructure with all the necessary facilities nearby. The total surface area varies from 134m2 to 213m2.

Every apartment consists of a spacious and light living room, fully equipped kitchen, three or four double bedrooms, two or three bathrooms, terrace with fantastic sea view.

B01356 | 490.000,00 €

B00019 | 850.000,00 €

BC00126 | 457.000,00 €

TWO BED APARTMENTS WITH SEA VIEW IN VILLAJOYOSA, COSTA BLANCA

NEW VILLA WITH THREE BEDROOMS IN BENITAXELL, COSTA BLANCA

FOUR BED LUXURIOUS VILLA IN LLAFRANC, COSTA BRAVA

New modern apartments with two bedrooms and panoramic sea view terrace in Villajoyosa, Costa Blanca. Beautiful outdoor entertainment area. Costa Blanca is the coastal area of the province of Alicante, located is the south-eastern part of Spain, and in the southern end of the autonomous community of Valencia, representing its second largest population.

Beautiful villa is located on the territory of the luxurious residential complex “Cumbre del Sol” in Costa Blanca. Almost all the villas of the residential complex are situated on the first beach line and enjoy panoramic sea view. “Cumbre del Sol” has well developed infrastructure with all the necessary facilities nearby.

Wonderful two-story villa with four bedrooms is located in Aigua Gélida, one of the most beautiful places in Costa Brava. Girona is located just 58 km away, Palafrugell – just 6 km, Tamariu – only 2km.

The total surface area of this Mediterranean style villa with panoramic sea views is 370m2 with 1570m2 plot, which includes swimming pool and garden.

CBL00143 | 275.000,00 €

CBL01030 | 592.000,00 €

CBR00346 | 1.800.000,00 €

ELEGANT FOUR BED, THREE-STORY VILLA IN LLAFRANC, COSTA BRAVA

SPACIOUS ONE-STORY, FOUR BED VILLA IN BEGUR, COSTA BRAVA

MODERN HOUSE IN BEGUR, COSTA BRAVA,WITH SPLENDID VIEWS

Wonderful three-story villa with four bedrooms is located in Aigua Gélida, one of the most beautiful places in Costa Brava. Girona is located just 58 km from the villa, Palafrugell – just 6 km, Tamariu – only 2 km. The total surface area of this Mediterranean style villa with panoramic sea views is 295m2 with 1300m2 plot, which includes swimming pool and garden.

Wonderful modern style, one-story villa built in 2012 is located just 200 meters from the beach in Begur, Costa Brava. The total surface area of the villa is 360m2 with 2500m2 plot that includes beautiful garden with “infinity” swimming pool. There is a terrace by the swimming pool with picturesque sea views.

The magnificent property is situated in the center of the lovely town of Begur, 130 km north from Barcelona, that can easily be reached by the C-32 motorway. The town is famous for its beaches and the fantastic property is located just 100m away from one of them, so one can enjoy unbelievable coast views. The total built area is 420m² and the plot is of 1.600 m².

CBR00347 | 895.000,00 €

CBR00350 | 2.700.000,00 €

CBR00774 | 2.200.000,00 €

INTERNATIONAL REAL ESTATE INVESTING CONFIDENCE

SPLENDID MANSION OF XVIII CENTURY LOCATED IN PUERTO POLLENSA, MALLORCA

S

plendid mansion of XVIII century with total surface area of 600m2 located in Puerto Pollensa, one of the most beautiful parts of Mallorca.

Fantastic mansion is located in Puerto Pollensa, the northeastern part of Mallorca.

The total surface area of the mansion is 600m2 with 2000m2 plot. The mansion was built in 1715 and fully renovated.

The first floor of the mansion consists of a spacious and light living room, dining room, three large suites with bathrooms and access to the garden, modern fully equipped kitchen.

The second floor includes five large suites with bathrooms.

In the basement there is garage and backroom.

Additional information: the property is constructed using first quality construction materials. Outside there is swimming pool, tennis court. On the territory of the plot there are five additional buildings converted into the guest apartments.

Now the mansion is available only for rent.

ML01228 | Price upon request PASEO DE GRACIA 21, 4º 2ª 08007 BARCELONA, ESPAÑA T (+34) 93 467 64 45 | contact@seabestland.es | www.seabestland.com

BEAUTIFUL HOUSE ON THE FIRST BEACH LINE IN CALA GAMBA, MALLORCA

Unique house is located just 10 min from the capital of the island. The property consists of two separate apartments (one is located on the ground floor and another is the attic).

It is stylishly decorated in black and white in minimalist style. Additional info: the property is constructed using first quality construction materials. In both apartments there is heating, air condition, alarm system, high-quality lightening, Italian ceramic tiles.

FASHIONABLE VILLA WITH HELICOPTER PAD IN ALCUDIA, MALLORCA

This unique villa is located in the beautiful resort area of Alcudia, Mallorca. It is on the north of the island just 58 km from the capital and 61 km from the airport. It takes around 50 min to get there by car.

Alcudia is the famous resort area by sea for local people. The villa is situated in the privileged neighborhood of Alcudia and enjoys fantastic panoramic sea view.

NEW LUXURY APARTMENT DEVELOPMENT IN MARBELLA

This new development is located in the privileged area of Alcaidesa Golden Mile, which takes the strategic position on Costa del Sol. It takes 10 minutes from Gibraltar airport and 1,2 hours from Malaga airport. The complex is located in the residential area on the beach, close to marina and just 150 meters from a golf course. It has a beautiful garden, solarium, a swimming pool, 24-hour security and surveillance camera systems.

ML01266 | 495.000,00 €

ML01229 | Price upon request

CS00041 | 277.600,00 €

SPECTACULAR MANSION IN BENAHAVIS, COSTA DEL SOL

FASHIONABLE MANSION IN NUEVA ANDALUCÍA, COSTA DEL SOL

LUXURY DEVELOPMENT OF SEMIDETACHED HOUSES IN MANILVA

Beautiful two-story mansion located in the privileged neighborhood of Nueva Andalucía just 3 min by car from Marbella. The area has all the necessary facilities nearby such as golf club, restaurants, bars, and shopping centers.

The mansion is built in classic Mediterranean style and is located just 1,8 km from the sea. The total surface area is 959m2. There is beautiful plot of 2872m2 with swimming pool and garden.

The typical Mediterranean style terraced houses are situated 100 meters from the beach, with five Golf courses nearby, and a few kilometers distance from the Marbella’s sportive harbor and Alcaidesa’s port. The houses are completed with spectacular gardens, sauna and pool, as well as a 24 surveillance and security system.

Beautiful mansion with fantastic mountain and sea views is located on the territory of the residential complex “La Zagaleta” just 12 km from the sea. Surrounded by pine forest the residential complex is a comfortable and safe place for constant residence. The complex is secured 24/7. The total surface area of the mansion is 456m2. The area of the plot is 4958m2.

CS00639 | 4.500.000,00 €

CS00890 | 4.800.000,00 €

CS00090 | 415.000,00 €

LUXURIOUS APARTMENT WITH FOUR BEDROOMS IN SALOU, COSTA DORADA

BEAUTIFUL MANSION FOR SALE IN LA SELVA DEL CAMP

MODERN TWO-STORY VILLA IN MIAMI PLAYA, COSTA DORADA

Exclusive mansion built in typical Catalan style located in the village of La Selva del Camp famous for its vineyards and olive fields. 17km from Salou, 20km from Tarragona and 6km from Reus. The nearest beach, sea port, golf club and other facilities are located just 10 min by car. The mansion has been repaired recently and ready for sale.

Luxurious two-story villa built in modern style with total surface area of 197m3 is located close to the sea on the territory of the prestigious residential complex “Costa Zefir” in Miami Playa, Costa Dorada. The villa has 170 m2 plot with swimming pool and garden. There is an elite college on the territory of this residential compound.

A spacious apartment is situated just 150 meters from the beach and just 300 meters from the center of Salou. It is located on the fifth floor of the five-story modern building. The residential complex has the private outdoor entertainment area with a swimming pool and a garden. The terrace of the swimming pool is a perfect place to enjoy the famous Mediterranean sunsets.

CD00538 | 985.000,00 €

CD00856 | 1.630.000,00 €

CD00592 | 430.000,00 €

OOH LA LAA & CO DESIGN

Inkchair The founder’s background as textile designers and a multi disciplinary approach of the creative group I’m happy to announce a new and rich visual language in town. This Pantone swatch repeat print armchair was a great kick off for the creative atelier in the Milan furniture fair, and a promise for a lot more to come. www.oohlalaaco.com

Your Dream Home

Purchasing a “dream home� is one of those life achievements that are at the top of the list for many people...

192

Whether you want a modernized urban house or suburban home with a white picket fence, most of us are hoping to find a home where they will feel as if it was specially designed for their family.

However, while searching for dream house, you need to know that there are some rules.

You probably have a goal to stay in the house for the foreseeable future and you should want to search for the property that will keep you and your family happy for a longer period of time.

Do not be afraid to be picky until you find the home that is right for you - use these 10 most important factors in buying your dream home.

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

House with features that you always wanted In the past, you were probably looking for the property that would meet basic needs - enough bedrooms for the whole family.

But now things are different. Dream home should meet your finest desire before meeting your basic needs. Do not be afraid to make a wish list. Wish List is a very individual thing. Some may dream of waking up each morning by the lake, others dream of a beautiful sunset, while some hope for a home that is surrounded by mountains.

It is necessary that each person in your family make a list of functions for which craves. Then rank each of these

Whatever your desire, do not hesitate to do your research before you start your search. Take a walk through a nearby park, get to know the neighbourhood.

When you find an area that you like, let your real estate agent to take advantage of this information.

Location and size characteristics in order of importance.

Although it is unlikely that you will find a property that will meet all the requirements of all household members, this exercise will help you focus on priorities and fill in your household desires.

Neighbourhood and environment Remember that your property is not located in an isolated bubble. With that in mind, it is important to find a neighbourhood that suits your needs before purchasing a home.

Do you want to be near the coffee shop every morning, or you would prefer to wake up secluded with only nature surrounding you?

Size and location are very important items when it comes to buying property, but it should be in the forefront of customers’ minds. Customers might have the house rebuilt, renovated, demolished and then built from scratch, but no matter what changes you make, much will remain the same.

Think carefully about the location and size of the parcel, before submitting a bid. Is the yard big enough for your children?

Can you see yourself in that house for years to come? If many things require compromises for you, do not hesitate to ask away.

How old is the home?

When it comes to purchasing a home, year of construction is an important element.

Buying an older home or a brand new, each has its pros and cons, so you must consider all the details before buying.

However, be aware that older homes tend to require a bit more investment. If you want a beautiful property that does not require more work than turning the key in the front door, in this case, the new structure may be a better solution.

Appearance of the house Whether it comes to lifestyle or actual aesthetic of your property, make sure that your future home looks like a place where you will feel proud every day. The appearance of the house is one of the first things that impart information about the property, and it is very important to find a style of home that suits your personality.

Choose a home that is in line with your lifestyle. Modern and minimalist home, compared to the older Victorian house built as night and day. Think about the different types of homes and customize the style of the house to your lifestyle.

CHOOSE YOUR PERFECT HOME

Spaciousness of the house When it comes to finding your dream home it is important to define how much space you really need. Buying a home that is too small for your family, you will constantly try to configure the space to feel comfortable. In the same vein, buying a property that is too large will bring high costs.

Consider whether you have enough bedrooms and whether family members must share a room? Is there enough storage space? In addition to considering your current situation in life, you also need to consider your plans for the future. If you are planning an extension of the family, plan in the beginning of the extra space for a child’s bedroom.

Layout of the dream house If you compare the two houses, which are the same size, you will notice that in each home is divided in different ways. Some

homeowners use most of the space for the living room, while others may focus on the spacious bedrooms. While it is possible to redesign the home after moving into the house, it is a long process that requires a lot of time and money. Focus on finding a plan that will perfectly suit your needs.

Think about the things you want to do over the years you are going to be spending in your new home. If you belong to a group of people who love the outdoors and enjoy the outdoors, consider a plan with an open concept that will allow you to socialize with family and friends in the large garden or on the terrace. However, if any member of your family enjoys private area, the traditional schedule may be a better option.

Potential for future projects Even your dream home will require a bit of adjustment. Whether you have dreamed for years about the kitchen with a large kitchen islands or a beautiful oasis in your yard, it is unlikely that your new home will have all the features according to your

specifications. Think about it, how much adjustment is needed for every property you see. Be honest with yourself about how much work you will be able to do.

Think about the projects that are big and small - from the murals on the walls in the dining room to complete bathroom renovations.

Remember, not everything has to be taken care of immediately, but it certainly is good to have an idea of how much work will be needed to transform the property into your dream home, for which you have been waiting for.

Expenses This is not the most fun factor to think about, especially when compared to upgrading and aesthetics. Try not to exceed your budget. Consider the costs of taxes and monthly utility costs. Note that these costs will remain consistent over time.

You will still need to regulate all costs, even if your circumstances change, such

Photos: www.digitaltelevisionstore.com, www.funny-pictures.picphotos.net, www.tettenhall.co.uk, www.sirencommunications.com

as retirement or sudden dismissal from work. Leave a little breathing room in your budget so that you can feel comfortable while staying in your home of your dreams in the coming years to come.

Compromises If you can’t stand living near neighbours, focus on seeking a smaller property, which will allow you to have more room to breathe on land or expand your target area to less - populated area.

If you can’t take the weekend to maintain the pool, be careful when purchasing property includes a pool, even if you like the rest of the house. Each property will come with some sort of compromise, but when we talk about the home of your dreams, compromises should be minimal.

Everyone deserves to find their dream home. With proper and good research, it is possible. Consider all the details that will help you focus on finding your ideal dream home.

Content provided by luxury topics.com PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

195

The Light of Lanterns As the days start to get shorter and darkness drives us inside from our porches, patios and decks, outdoor lighting offers an alternative to lengthen the day and dramatically extend the potential of our outdoor living experience.

196

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

197

Make the nights last longer!

L

ighting is one of the easiest (and least-expensive) ways to cast an enchanting spell on any outdoor space.

Just because the sun goes it down doesn’t mean the fun has to stop. Lanterns offer a wonderful way of lighting up your outdoor area just adds some simple tea lights or a block candle and the glow will keep going long into the night.

Candlelight creates a magical glow ideal for alfresco parties, wedding celebrations and all manner of special events. Lanterns can also be set down or hung by their handles at strategic points on the terrace or in the garden creating optical illusions and illuminating hidden areas.

198

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

Photos: www.tiamour.co.uk, www.flowerstudioshop.co.uk, www.galleryhip.com, www.hayneedle.com, www.tiamour.co.uk

Worldwide real estate agent Chestertons are delighted to announce we have joined forces with Marbella’s finest, Affinity Property Group to bring you exceptional Spanish homes on the Costa del Sol. We offer unparalleled expertise and outstanding customer service when buying a home on one of the most desirable coastlines in the world

If you are looking to purchase a property for investment or pleasure we would be delighted to assist you. Established in 1805, we’ve got it covered, Globally.

77 offices - 13 countries - 5 continents Tel: 0034 952 812 897 | info@affinityspain.com | www.affinityspain.com 200

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

PRICE FROM €290,000

PRICE FROM €199,000

PRICE FROM €1,280,000

A brand new luxury home concept located within a sought after development in Benahavis.

These 2 and 3 bedroom apartments/penthouse’s have a fantastic modern design, all properties are south east to south facing with some stunning panoramic views. 1.1km from the golf clubhouse and great rental potential. By far one of the most sought after locations on the southern coast right now.

A beautiful brand new development of apartments and townhouses located just minutes from Marbella and Puerto Banús Marina. The resort has been built in a traditional Andalucían style, with a stylish contemporary twist that incorporates modern style living. All properties are well designed, with spacious and naturally bright rooms throughout. Tremendous rental investment.

There has never been a development in Marbella like this.

Truly iconic architecture totalling 112 unique residences, set within beautiful tropical gardens all enjoying breathtaking views from the huge terraces across the Mediterranean towards Gibraltar and Africa. Undaerfloor heating throughout and the very latest in state-of-the-art technology.

A stunning and completely unique development.

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

201

A force to be reckoned with Setting up a real estate agency during what can only be described as the worldwide collapse of the housing market, and then creating a trusted brand that is recognised all along the southern coast of Spain is no small feat, but this is exactly what Mia Pearlman, owner of Affinity Property Group, has accomplished.

Having worked within the real estate industry for over 15 years, Mia Pearlman has seen it all - the good, the bad and the ugly - so with this in mind she was adamant that Affinity Property Group would be recognised as offering outstanding customer service, up-to-date product knowledge and a complete and comprehensive after-sales service. Her dedication and determination to offering unparalleled commitment and providing the highest levels of service, has paid dividends as Affinity Property Group has continued to sell properties during a period when consumer faith within the Spanish real estate market had all but vanished.

“During the recession, we sold many properties in a market that was plummeting. Why? Because we adapted to our clients needs. Even though we are based within the playground of the rich and famous, Puerto Banus, it doesn’t mean we only service the rich and wealthy clientele. We work with all budgets

but ensure that every client we have the pleasure of working with will receive 100% commitment from us”, said Mia Pearlman.

8 out of 10 enquiries received by Affinity Property Group is generated from the UK, and as one of the very few regulated real estate agencies in Spain, demand and business has increased dramatically, because of this Affinity Property Group took the bold decision to join forces with a UK agency… But which one to choose?

This dedication and attention to detail has not gone unnoticed. After being approached by several of the world’s largest real estate and land agents, it was Chestertons that managed to seal the deal. “For us as a business, it was a very easy decision to work with Chestertons. They are forward thinking, fast moving and dynamic in their approach to clients’ needs and helping purchase the right property. The fact that they are over 200 years old and have a dedicated and loyal client base around the world also ticked a lot of the boxes for us. It’s a great testament to stand the test of time, yet still move forward in what has been a very difficult market of recent.”

Mia Pearlman was adamant that the agency she chose to work with should “stand for quality and give

Vasari comercial 3 | Urb La Alzambra | Puerto Banus | 29660 Marbella 202

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

that personal level of service which is lacking in this industry today” said Mia Pearlman.

“We are delighted and honoured to announce our new partnership with one of the oldest and most prestigious real estate agents in the world, Chestertons. We have joined forces to become one of their multi-national real estate offices, meaning we are now part of a network of over 75 offices, spanning 13 countries over 5 continents” said Mia Pearlman.

Originally established in 1805 as a small land agency, Chestertons has grown to become one of the most recognised and highly respected names within the real estate industry across the globe.

Today, Chestertons operates a network of international offices, offering advice in all areas of property, from residential sales, lettings and property management through to rural estate management, finance, commercial investment and other professional services. In addition to having

one of the world’s largest networks of offices, Chestertons is also one of London’s leading real estate agencies, with 30 offices across the Capital of London and are also large International agents in the Middle East, where they act for the likes of Berkeley Group, Lendlease, Barratts, Redrow and the Middle East marketing of Battersea Power Station, plus many others.

With massively increased activity within the property markets and buyers confidence returning in Spain, this partnership could not have come at a better time. With impressive price increases in many spots on the southern coast of Spain and several new developments being released and sold out within a matter of weeks, Marbella is clearly back on the map for investors and holiday home buyers alike!

If you would like your home valued, or you are thinking of buying a property for investment or private use, please contact Chestertons Affinity in Marbella now.

If you would like your home valued, or you are thinking of buying a property for investment or private use, please contact Chestertons Affinity now

Tel: 0034 952 812 897 | info@affinityspain.com | www.affinityspain.com PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

203

LA QUINTA A truly magnificent modern style villa located within one of La Quinta’s most exclusive gated and intimate villa developments. This ultra modern property receives masses of sunshine, with a south west to west orientation enjoying some stunning La Quinta golf, Mountain and partial sea views from almost every inch of the property. An amazing property built to the highest of standards.

PRICE â‚Ź2,450,000 n Beds n Baths n Built n Terrace n Plot

4 4.5 342m2 163m2 1555m2

Vasari comercial 3 | Urb La Alzambra | Puerto Banus | 29660 Marbella 204

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

PUERTO BANUS

PRICE â‚Ź4,999,000

An absolutely stunning and completely unique front line beach villa located in Puerto Banus. The property is just 4 metres from the edge of the beach, and has simply amazing views to the beach, sea and the west side of Puerto Banus Marina. This breathtaking property is built on a 1000m2 plot, and at only 460m west of the Marina itself, is arguably one of the most sought after properties on the entire southern coast of Spain.

n Beds n Baths n Built n Plot

6 6 600m2 incl. terraces 1000m2

Tel: 0034 952 812 897 | info@affinityspain.com | www.affinityspain.com PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

205

Potted Plants W

hat gardener hasn’t wished that a plant grew somewhere else? Plants in pots are easy to move around. Light up a dark corner with pots of white, pink, or yellow flowering shade lovers such as impatiens and Helichrysum.

Some plants with a short blooming period, such as lilies or foxglove, look magnificent in containers and grow well in those temporary quarters.

Transplant them to the garden when they’re finished blooming. Of course, if you are about to move your household, containers allow you to take the garden with you.

206

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

www.myhome.zansaar.com

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

207

Focus Potted plants -- and pots -- create interest.

Grouped in strategic places, they break the monotony of a terrace or a patio and create an ambient scene.

Build a simple theme garden around a color or an idea. A collection of red makes a cheerful display. Pots of sedum and Sempervivum look simple but elegant.

Rearrange plantings to suit the season or your mood.

Containers aligned with precision and planted with trim specimens, such as rosemary standards or ivy topiaries, create instant formality. A trio of large pots makes a garden appear more settled; they suggest the accumulation of years’ growth.

Thyme Lemon Verbena

Herbs Potted herbs are a great winter addition.

Nestle containers of bright annuals among duller plants in the garden for added color.

To keep plants looking good: Water when soil dries, pinch off spent blooms.

Basil

Rosemary

Parsley 208

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

Ambience Pots set the stage or even steal the show. A jumble of various pots stacked on stands and clustered loosely lends a pleasantly casual look.

LEAF BLOWER BG-86D

THE MOST POWERFUL LEAF BLOWER

Creating ambiance and comfort for entertainment in winter.

If asked to list the benefits of building a shading structure, like a pergola or gazebo, in your garden, most people would probably come up with the same answer. A cool place to sit under on a sunny day and also an attractive focal point in the garden.

Whilst this is definitely a fact, many don’t realise that the opposite is also true. A warm and cosy ambience in which to spend a chilly winter’s day or night.

How you might ask?

By utilising the terrific insulation properties of the natural materials we use in our construction process. With thatch being a natural insulating material, it is able to insulate your home without the need for additional insulating materials in the loft space.

Temperatures within a thatched roof structure tend to be much cooler in summer and warmer in winter.

Due to the incredibly low heat transfer value of Cape Reed structures, heat is reflected from the structure in summer and trapped beneath the roof during winter, causing a difference in temperature of up to 10°C. A properly constructed thatch roof will significantly increase the energy efficiency of your home and thus lead to a decrease in your overall electricity bill.

212

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

With winter being just around the corner, increasing the heat underneath your thatch roof structure can be as simple as adding a fireplace to the construction. This results in an eco-friendly structure that can be enjoyed year round, adding the distinct ambience of nature to any home and garden.

So what about health and safety risks?

Due to the active fire risk to constructions made from natural materials, Cape Reed has developed a fire retardant thatching method for improved safety. During construction, a fire retardant blanket (capable of resisting temperatures of up to 500°C) is incorporated within the thatch. Further fire protection may be added by applying a specially developed eco-friendly chemical spray (manufactured by Dutch company, Magma), Cape Reed FireShield. The fully constructed product has been independently tested and subsequently earned the European Union’s approval for its fire retardant qualities.

In essence, by sensibly combining nature and technology, we are able to create an unique and versatile, yet sustainable structure in which you may relax and entertain all year round.

Visit our website www.capereed.com to learn more about the company and our product

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

213

214

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

215

Celebrity House Hunting Ever wanted to live like your favourite celebrity? Well now you can...

Sarah Jessica Parker and her husband Matthew Broderick have listed their New York townhouse residence...

T

he town house was first placed on the market in 2012, then removed and relisted recently at the slightly lower price of $22 million. Parker and Broderick originally purchased the property for $18.995 million back in 2011.

The historic, 25-foot-wide townhouse is 6,800 square feet and has 7 fireplaces, with a Juliet balcony, landscaped garden and lots of built-in bookcases.

The building where the apartment is located has a doorman and a beautiful landscaped garden, created to enjoy afternoon tea or a cocktail with friends.

The apartment consists of five bedrooms and eight bathrooms, and on the main floor is a private terrace and handmade oval tub handmade ​​of stone. Also, there are seven fireplaces, a large number of embedded massive bookcases and spacious walk-in closet.

216

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

The official listing that describes this apartment states that it has a HVAC system with five zones, modern and high quality NEST thermostats, Lutron Maestro knobs with LED displays, modern systems for maintenance of fire in the fireplace, air freshen system and Arnold Chan designed lighting.

Given that this is the apartment of one of the fashion icons of modern television, was anything less expected?

The listing is with Fredrik Eklund of Douglas Elliman: www.theeklundgomesteam.elliman.com

The house of smiles

Villa Sorriso R

obin Williams listed his 640-acre Napa Valley ranch for $29.9 million, as the news of a possible sequel to his classic film Mrs. Doubtfire broke and sadly his passing brought an end to this chapter.

The property, tucked into the Mayacamas Mountains between Napa and Sonoma, is about 90 minutes by car from San Francisco, and is aptly named Villa Sorriso (Villa of Smiles).

The estate includes a 20,000-squarefoot, five-bedroom villa, as well as tennis courts, a wine cellar, 18.4 acres of planted vineyards, and private horse and hiking trails. Williams built the home, at 1100 Wall Road, in the early 2000s, selecting many of the details himself.

The main residence was built in 2003 from Portuguese stone, and it consists of five bedrooms and 11 bathrooms, a library, theatre and a family room, and there is also an elevator, climate controlled rooms for storing wine and works of art, three safe rooms and smart house technology.

In the exterior, you can enjoy a private tower and bridge, large infinity pool, landscaped lawns and beautifully decorated gardens.

This villa is located at the end of the road, so it is easily accessible and very private at the same time.

The listing is with: Coldwell Banker Previews: www.coldwellbankerpreviews.com

Live like the king of pop in Neverland

A

re you a fan of Michael Jackson and do you have a few million in your bank account? If so, you now have the opportunity to live in the favourite home of King of Pop namely, Neverland. Brought in 1988, when he was at the height of his fame, this property covers 2.800 acres and is composed of 22 buildings.

In 2005, Jackson moved out of this expansive property, which is located near Los Angeles. As he got in serious debts, it was sold to an investor for $23.5

million dollars. Colony Capital, who are in possession of the property now want to sell it at a cost of $50 million, and they also changed its name - now called Sycamore Valley Ranch.

Tomas Barrack Junior from Colony Capital, said: “We were just guardians of this irreplaceable property, and we are proud of the restoration, which we did, which now resembles the original elegance of that Michael created. Currently, we are thinking of selling.”

The family of Michael Jackson once said: “We hope and believe that any new owners of Neverland will appreciate the historical significance and the special nature of this beautiful property. The memory of Michael lives in our hearts and in the hearts of all his fans around the world.” However, they do not plan to buy the ranch, as the price is out of their reach.

The listing is with: Colony Capital www.colonyinc.com

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

219

A drop in the ocean C

eline Dion has just price-chopped the crown jewel of her real estate holdings a 5.5 acre, 17,000 square foot Florida estate with water park – by $10 million!

In 2005, Dion and her husband/manager René Angélil paid $12,525,000 for the home at 215 S. Beach Road. They proceeded to tear down a perfectly nice 6 bedroom, 6 bathroom, 8,579 square foot home to build this incredible Bahamianinspired estate, which was completed in 2010.

Located in the exclusive Floridian inlet of Jupiter Island, and sitting right on the bank of the Atlantic Ocean, the property is comprised of the main residence and 5 individual pavilions including a double 4 bedroom guest house (for a total of 8 bedrooms); a tennis house with simulated golf range leading to the tennis court; a pool house with built-in grill and separate kitchen; and a cozy beach house with second floor sleeping loft and massage room.

There are three separate pools on the property, one at the rear by the ocean, and two connecting pools at the front with an insane water park.

220

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

The main residence is an open-concept that takes full advantage of the ocean views. The main level features a formal living room, a large kitchen, family room and dining room, a ground floor bedroom suite with huge walk-in closet, bathroom and screened-in porch, a media room and a separate guest wing.

The second floor features two children’s bedrooms with their own en-suite bathrooms, children’s den and a spectacular master bedroom. The master suite has a wrap-around terrace overlooking the ocean and two separate decks, one with outdoor fireplace, the other with hot tub. As expected in a diva’s home, Dion’s house has a fabulous dressing room with tons of built-ins, a gorgeous en-suite bathroom and every woman’s dream: an enormous walkin closet with separate fully-automated clothes and shoe racks.

Other features include a 7,000 square foot fully-finished basement, pool house, staff quarters and elevator.

The listing is with: Joseph Montanaro Sotheby’s International Realty Québec www.josephmontanaro.com / Ref 33462

On Jupiter Island A 5.5 acre, 17,0002 Florida estate with water park

savills.com

ARCHITECTURAL ESTATE WITH EXPANSIVE CITY AND OCEAN VIEWS los angeles, california 13,000 sq ft home  master bedroom suite with his and hers bathrooms  closets on opposite sides and a bar area within one of the closets  oversized floating (Baja elevation) infinity pool with fire pit  hidden guest room/studio underground  motor court with room for 8 cars plus 3 car garage  indoor and an outdoor movie theatre  wine tasting room with cellar and a window that becomes a rear projection screen at the touch of a button

Savills International Jelena Cvjetkovic jcvjetkovic@savills.com

+44 (0)20 7016 3754 The Agency Santiago Arana santiago@theagencyre.com

Guide US$18 million

+1 310 926 9808

savills.com

TROPICAL PARADISE WITH SPECTACULAR SEA VIEWS cap estates, st lucia Distinctive Caribbean architecture with all modern amenities  6 bedrooms  30ft by 30ft entertainment room  infinity pool  living area of 732 sq m  private access to ocean  private docking

Price on Application

Savills International James Burdess jburdess@savills.com

+44 (0)20 7016 3740

savills.com

BEAUTIFUL 17TH CENTURY CHARTREUSE IN THE DORDOGNE near les eyzies, dordogne, france Historic estate  in total between the main chateau, the guest house and gite: 6 reception rooms, 13 bedrooms, 12 bathrooms  gym  spa  heated swimming pool  73 hectares of fine parkland

About 73 ha (192.7 acres) Guide €3.5 million

Savills International Jelena Cvjetkovic jcvjetkovic@savills.com

+44 (0)20 7016 3754

savills.com

SPECTACULAR DESERT ISLAND HIDEAWAYS desroches island, seychelles 230 km south west of Mahé, approx 40 minutes private charter flight

Savills International

Beautiful newly built 5 bedroom villas over 10,000 sq ft  fully furnished in sympathetic island style  infinity pool and 2 further plunge pools  1.2 acre plot with 56m of beach frontage  14 km of pristine beaches  access to 5* hotel with world class spa  fishing, diving, sailing and snorkelling  option to become part of income generating hotel pool

Nic Brennan nbrennan@savills.com

About 1.2 acres Guide US$4.25 million

+44 (0) 20 7016 3842

savills.com

Computer Generated Images

SPLENDID LAKESIDE TOWNHOUSE lake como, italy Lakeside townhouse set over 6 floors  5 bedrooms  internal lift  storage space for boating equipment  under floor heating  plunge pool  terraced garden  mooring  direct lake access  exceptional lake views  400 sq m  parking space

Savills International Jelena Cvjetkovic jcvjetkovic@savills.com

+44 (0)20 7016 3740 Annabelle Dudley adudley@savills.com

Guide €2.9 million

+44 (0)20 7016 3890

savills.com

A STUNNING OLD WOOD FAMILY CHALET verbier, switzerland 4 bedrooms  gym, massage and yoga room  sauna and steam room  wine cellar  exquisitely decorated  fully furnished  360 sq m living space  internal parking

Savills International Charlotte Heath cheath@savills.com

+44 (0)20 7016 3744

Guide CHF10.9 million

www.miele.com

H2OME

Creating the world’s first sea floor living spaces

From the world’s first sea floor homes to luxury undersea resorts and floating semi-submersible ocean activity centers, U.S. Submarine Structures is the world leader in underwater habitats of all types.

If you dream of owning an undersea residence or commercial building, sea-floor resort or floating semi submersible structure we are the only people in the world with the expertise to make it happen.

For thousands of years imaginative people across the globe have stared into the depths of the sea and wondered what it might be like to live in an undersea dwelling. At U.S. Submarine Structures we are making that dream a reality.

The H2ome represents the world’s first undersea residence - a structure that you can purchase today. You can choose your own sea-floor site, or we can set you up with a remarkable undersea location.

For additional information contact:

Remember, the entire undersea structure is at surface pressure, so there is no diving or de-compression necessary to inhabit this wondrous luxury sea floor residence.

L. Bruce Jones Tel: +1 208-687- 9057 Fax: +1 208-441-7478 Email: bruce@ussubmarines.com

The H2OME is installed cantilevered on piling just above the sea floor. The structure has two floors that are linked to each other and the suface by an elevator and a circular staircase.

The top floor layout is comprised of two bedrooms with baths and open lounge areas. The main floor consists of a master bedroom with integrated seating and a master bath. Also included is a gourmet kitchen with adjacent wine cellar, a formal dining area, a library lounge, a bar, private office space, a living room with flat screen television, a half bathroom and several discrete seating areas where one can enjoy the different views of the undersea world.

Of course the layout can be structured to the client’s requirements and the details here are only proposed for illustrative purposes. There is basically 340 m2 of design freedom.

Construction & Installation Your H2OME is built by U.S. Submarine Structures in components at our yard.

We also produce the acrylic panels to our specifications by post-processing thermoforming and annealing. We then transport all components to a floating drydock for assembly and testing.

The interior is ordered from a supplier specializing in 5-star hotel interiors and superyacht interiors. This Dubai-based firm fits and assembles the interior components and then packs them in containers and ships the components to us where they do the installation.

The completed structure is floated off the drydock and is then picked up by a semi-submersible heavy lift ship which transports the H2OME to the site.

Previously piles have been driven into the sea floor and the H2OME is floated into place, keyed to the piles and then ballasted for a slow descent toward the sea floor where it is then bolted to the piling. The piling tops are cut off and the umbilical cables run to the access pier and connected. In this way, your undersea residence is available for your use only 48 hours after delivery.

Seascaping We can work with our clients to create a fabulous coral garden area replete with living hard and soft corals, a wide assortment of invertebrates and a myriad profusion of brilliant tropical fish. We work with Dr. Jean Jaubert, recently the Director of Oceanographic Museum in Monaco and a world leader in coral propagation.

Your H2OME comes complete with push-button fish feeders so that you and your guests can feed the fish as well as underwater lights to light up the sea floor for a limited period of time each evening.

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

231

Whirlpool fun indoors and outdoors Numerous wellness options at home

I

nstead of spending a holiday in a wellness hotel or a few hours in a public spa, more and more people are simply having their wellness fun in the whirlpool at home. Villeroy & Boch offers a number of systems with which you can bath indoors and outdoors to your heart’s delight. It can be a whirlpool system for the bath or a generously spaced outdoor whirlpool.

232

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

Whirlpool systems for the bath

Equipping your bath with a whirlpool system provides completely new wellness options at home: You experience real well-being in the warm whirlpool and at the same time do something good for your health, as the muscles are gently relaxed and the metabolism and circulation are stimulated. Regular whirlpools, which should take no longer than 20 minutes at a pleasant 36°C, can even guard against stress-related and everyday tensions and are good for the musculoskeletal system. A whirlpool bath is like a fountain of youth for the skin: It stimulates circulation and improves your complexion.

In order to meet different wellness requirements – from calm relaxation to bracing stimulation – Villeroy & Boch has developed several systems that offer different options.

The Whisper system runs extremely quietly and is thus perfect for everyone that likes it nice and quiet when taking a whirlpool bath. The sound volume during operation was tested by the Fraunhofer Institute and corresponds with DIN 4109. This “haven of calm” is thus also suitable for apartment blocks.

In addition, the Whisper system has many other benefits: The sparkling champagne effect of the bottom jets acts like a gentle peeling and the powerful side jets relax the muscles. They can be adjusted and closed manually so that you can guide and increase or reduce the massaging effect as required.

Just Relax!

In baths made of high-quality Quaryl, these side jets are integrated flush with the surface, in acrylic baths, they are designed with unobtrusive optics. Villeroy & Boch has developed special side jets, so-called Active Jets, exclusively for the high-quality Whisper system. They deliver the jet of water electronically controlled in different directions and at different speeds and massage intensities.

They The lines that

are available as an option. And: Whisperpool has intelligently laid and economic pumps ensuring power consumption is reduced.

The Ultimate Fitness whirlpool system has a particularly sporty design and provides powerful massages. Ultimate Fitness is the first completely invisible whirlpool system, as it can be equipped with innovative Invisible Jets (bottom and side

jets) thanks to Quaryl. The side jets can be turned exactly to the required position and are arranged on two levels in order to enable a consistent full body massage.

The Just Relax! Plus complete system, as the entry level model, provides individual comfort at an attractive price: The manually adjustable side jets provide a pleasant massage and all functions can be easily controlled by means of the intuitive rim control.

The Just Relax! Plus Comfort equipment variant creates all-round relaxation by using additional jets: Six optimally arranged back jets ensure a consistently powerful back massage and two foot jets provide a soothing foot massage. The integrated underwater lighting creates a pleasant feel-good atmosphere – thanks to modern, power-saving LED technology in clear, white light.

Luxurious Outdoor Whirlpools...

As unique as you are – this is the maxim of the luxurious outdoor whirlpools from Villeroy & Boch. In these generously spaced so-called spas, you can experience wellness enjoyment undisturbed alone or with family and friends in the garden or on the veranda – whenever and as often as you wish. Premium Line and Comfort Line offer numerous equipment variants and options so that you can arrange your outdoor whirlpool totally individually according to your own requirements, wishes and conceptions.

JetPaks™ are the exchangeable, jetfitted back sections of the seats in the whirlpool. The outdoor whirlpools from Villeroy & Boch can be individually set up with the JetPaks™ or based on a pre-defined model. The JetPaks™ are split into the categories Sport, Wellness and Relax Flow Therapy. There

is a choice of 16 different versions.

Experience tells us that a combination of JetPaks™ from different categories produces the best massage results.

Villeroy & Boch has developed a groundbreaking innovation with the JetPak™ II technology whereby piping behind the JetPaks™ has been completely dispensed with. 90 per cent of the water carrying parts thus lies in the warm pool water inside the whirlpool. As a result, there is hardly any thermal loss as the heat of the water in the pipes is transferred to the water in the whirlpool and not simply lost in the cold surroundings, which is the case in many other whirlpools.

This construction type and the full foam insulation make the outdoor whirlpools from Villeroy & Boch extremely economic and energy efficient.

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

235

The outdoor whirlpools become even more efficient because they use the warm air behind the JetPak™ instead of the cold ambient air.

Electricity and heating costs thus remain surprisingly low and you can use the whirlpool completely relaxed and without hesitation.

A further advantage of the new technology is that the seats are positioned further outwards so that the interior and foot space are more generously spaced than in conventional outdoor whirlpools. In models where the filter is positioned on the side wall, you thus - depending on the size - have up to six full-size seats with up to four very comfortable corner seats. This patented world first technology opens up completely new possibilities for building professional spas.

Both series are equipped with lighting packs comprising colour changing 236

light systems and single-coloured light elements. There is also an easy-to-use control for both series - the Premium Line has a colour display and menu control. In addition, there is an optional control via an iOS or Android App for smartphones and tablets, with which the outdoor whirlpool can be controlled from underway.

A special spa experience is also provided by the additional comfort functions that both systems have: The Comfort Line has a fountain, whilst the Premium Line has an impressive waterfall. They also have neck cushions and illuminated drink holders.

A sound system, available as an option, rounds of the relaxation.

The outdoor whirlpools from Villeroy & Boch are ready for use both in summer and winter. If you want, and have got the required space, you can also set up your outdoor whirlpool inside, for example, next to a sauna, in a conservatory or at the private swimming pool.

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

For more information visit: www.villeroyboch-group.com

Imagine leaving it all behind.

Sauna + Hammam Logica Twin, a whole world of pleasure in your own home

living Spa

Two cultures embrace in Logica Twin The Northern forests meet the Mediterranean The sauna and the Turkish bath come together in one unique space, ancient traditions in perfect harmony with tomorrow’s technology, for your wellbeing www.effegibi.it Logica Twin by Talocci Design

“Belgique Chic”

A

ndrea and her team at Ambience have just arrived from Belgium, where they have completed a fabulous new interior for one of their recurring clients, after having furnished her home in Spain.

Andrea tells us about her experience: The idea behind the décor was to portray our beautiful client and her feminine energy of youth, elegance and power.

Her only wish was that we create a classy and elegant interior for the lounge, dining area and the bedrooms and then for the bar area and billiard room something more funky and vibrant!

She wanted us to include every single detail and accessory…

For youth our colour of choice was vibrant yellow! For power we chose metals such as brass, touches of gold and champagne silver and for a

feminine touch we chose splashes of mauves, purples and pinks with more pastel tones.

I cannot decide which room was the funnest to design, to be honest, because each had it’s own special something about it and we tried to give the various spaces their own character, keeping a harmonious design throughout.

In the lounge we opted for a spectacular painterly wallpaper, and gave attention

to detail with the hand-sewn piping on the sofa and the armchairs’ shape and fabrics.

We chose Bocci pendant lights and made sure to get extra clear glass for the coffee table to avoid green tints.

We kept the dining room fresh and crisp, in white and accentuated it with brass accent tones found on the chairs studs and the fabulous feature cabinet.

For the study, we chose a Julian Chichester desk combined with a silver and yellow Louis XVI style armchair, shagpile chairs called “Cutie” by Munna and a beautiful mirror.

In the games room we wanted to create a laid back atmosphere, using fun features such as the silver skull lamps and purple cloth on the pool table.

Nonetheless, lavish luxury is what we were also after in terms of comfort, so

we chose materials that were plush and soft to the touch.

We wanted to mix textures and patterns, so we chose a velvety lilac for the upholstery of the deep sofa, leaving gold as the accent tone on the dragon print scatter cushions as well as on the series of star-shaped tables.

The bar area features a cognac tone leather sofa fronted by a square set of solid wood tree stumps to give an organic feel.

We chose a flaky silver-tone industrial wallpaper for the backdrop and curvy deep velvet armchairs for contrast.

As the feature light, we chose a midcentury style chandelier in brass & perforated steel by Delightfull and a striking Elle Magazine cover artwork, for expression on the walls.

In the master bedroom, we chose a voluptuous Chesterfield bed by Arketipo upholstered in metallic velvet. The side chair has a special tassel fringe and elegant pleats on the back. A special TV unit was made to disguise the radiator.

In bedroom 2, the contrast of the white shiny classical wallpaper and artwork and

the solid look of the custom made wenge side tables give the room a balanced and timeless look. In the third bedroom a dramatically high headboard fills the wall and is flanked by two stunning hanging lights by Hamilton Conte. The lacquered white bedside tables’ sides have a lazer-cut design that was specially designed for them.

“Designing this property was one of those dream-cometrue projects for any designer.”

For more photos of the project please visit: www.ambiencehomedesign.com For more information visit: Ambience Home Design S.L. T. +34 952 788 691 M. +34 616 488 181 Ctra. Ronda, Cancela de la Quinta 3.3.2B San Pedro de Alcántara 29670 Málaga www.ambiencehomedesign.com

242

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

WALLPAPER IS BACK AND BIGGER THAN EVER Nothing makes a statement like Wallpaper. Since Oprah announced on her television show that “wallpaper is back” and Time Magazine called wallpaper “hip” and the “latest passion” of interior designers, the plain painted walls in colours of taupe and off-white seemed a bit boring. If you haven’t given your walls much thought since last agonizing over paint chips, now is the time to consider today’s new designer wallpaper and wall decor products.

D

o you remember when we switched from traditional TV to high-definition, well it’s like that!

With so many design options in the home decorating industry today, one may ask why use wallpaper at all? Wallpaper offers a beauty and ambiance to a home, its durability and clean ability is a definite bonus in your home. Wallpaper is the single most effective way to change a room’s decor. Simply applying wallpaper to a wall, instantly adds elegance enriching your living space.

While wallpaper has an astonishing historical relevance, it is also completely chic in today’s home fashions. Why? Because today’s wallpaper designs are sharper which has everything to do with advancements in technology plus they offer a multitude of striking designs and patterns which suit the way we live our lives today.

Spread some personality in every room!

Benefits of Wallpaper: 1 Adds character to any room

In addition, wallpaper makes the greatest impact in any room in a single-application.

It creates detail, adds depth, texture, pattern, instant style, adds a burst of colour to a room and makes the most of your favourite things.

and provides everyone with the quality and the chance to work with colours and patterns of wallpaper which can affect your emotional well-being, attitude by adding a boost of energy, serenity and cheer to your living space.

5 Reveals your personality more

Wallpaper is extremely versatile and sets a theme from classic, traditional, Victorian, contemporary and country.

No other decorating product offers so much colour, design and coverage to suit any mood, taste and need.

6 Brings out any room’s best features

Today’s technology has integrated printing techniques in today’s wallpaper industry

2 Brightens up and refreshes a dark room

3 Creates a cozy atmosphere 4 Warms up a room than any other wall treatment

Wallpapering is economical: Many wall treatments can seem inexpensive you have to consider the long-term care of them. Many of today’s wallpaper varieties have a life of ten years to 15 years.

In addition, wallpapers today are repasted, vinyl and washable - a must in the active family’s busy life style.

Wallpaper design: By using wallpaper you can add architectural elements to your room without hiring a general designer. You can create a chair rail with a wallpaper border. Use a full-wall pattern cut into proportionate shapes to make a framed panel effect up a wall.

Draw attention to a fireplace, or focal point by simply using a strong pattern. All it takes is a little imagination on your part.

Today’s wallpaper collections are userfriendly, featuring a host of coordinating patterns, borders and colour palettes that create a unified design theme throughout your home.

Wallpaper adds value to your home: Crazy as it sounds retail studies have shown that a tastefully decorated home can obtain a 10 to 15 percent increase in property value. Wallpaper.

1 Provides certain air of quality and

richness not found in uncovered walls.

2 Covers flaws in the wall surface that paint can’t.

3 An excellent fast-fix for those selling

their home. Wallpaper offers a wide range of subtle patterns and colours to neutralize the interior to fit anyone’s style.

4 Protects the wall surface from marks made by today’s busy family.

Wallpaper is a timeless decorating product. As new styles emerge, wallpaper designers capture it, define it and present it in a variety of colour and pattern choices.

With its ability to capture any style or colour scheme, wallpaper helps you express your personality and style.

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

245

Today’s top brands: Farrow & Ball: Sophisticated papers in subtle colours. Great if you’re going for something more traditional.

Graham & Brown: A huge collection of prints and solids in a wide range of styles.

Osborne & Little: Sophisticated highend papers that are perfect for making a dramatic statement.

Ferm Living: A Danish design company specializing in bold, nature-inspired designs. They have some beautiful geometric prints that are great for modern homes.

Harlequin: Masters of the flamboyant

statement wallpaper, Harlequin has embraced its heritage by producing breath-taking designer wallpapers in an all-encompassing selection of designs and texture.

Cole & Son: Established in 1873 these guys can do no wrong! Today, the Cole & Son archive consists of approximately 1,800 block print designs, 350 screen print designs and a huge quantity of original drawings and wallpapers, representing all the styles from the 18th, 19th and early 20th century. Master wallpapers’!

Anthropologie: Anthro stocks a great collection of designs that are often affordable, removable and perfectly on-trend.

246

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

Keeping on trend with Andrea Decorating your walls can be a fun experience. There are so many options from paint, to stucco finishes, tiles or taddelac, etc, that bring life to, the otherwise, boring and bare partitions.

If you prefer a hint of shine or discrete texture to add a bit of light and depth of feel, try a more neutral wallpaper, to give you the freedom to be more daring with the furniture or artwork.

In my projects I try to look for a niche and challenge myself into making it something special. In this issue, I’d like to focus on wallpapers.

For some inspiration and news, Elitis have launched their new collection Eldorado.

Think of your wall as the backdrop or the actor! Choose what it is you want the wallpaper to be and then be creative.

If you aim to make the wall the focal point, combining a more elaborate wall covering with minimalist furniture will work very well and will give the desired contrast.

Stunning in vibrant blue hues, greens and earthy tones, ElDorado casually depicts the essence of natural textures and rich pigments with emotion.

Real effects of plants and nature-inspired materials carefully expressed by Elitis’ artists, create this dreamy collection that takes us on a journey feeding our eyes with its lively expression.

For more please information visit: Ambience Home Design S.L. T. +34 952 788 691 M. +34 616 488 181 Ctra. Ronda, Cancela de la Quinta 3.3.2B San Pedro de Alcántara 29670 Málaga

www.ambiencehomedesign.com

Photos: www.salvagesecretsblog.com, www.motherearthnews.com, www.shopcandelabra.com, www.serenitystumps.com, www.dishfunctionaldesigns.blogspot.com.es

Autumnal Trends

Branching Out: Unique home decor made from tree branches, twigs, sticks and driftwood.

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

249

Photos: www.mediascraphacker.com, www.2.bp.blogspot.com, www.danielhopper.com, www.homeiswheretheboatis.files.wordpress.com, www.sotuhernfinds.files.wordpress.com, www.davidhickeyartist.com, www.hammerlikeagirl.wordpress.com

Think green.

Sleep bluechecked Some things can be measured, while other things can’t. Anything that can be measured and tested in a Hästens bed is measured and tested: the quality, the durability, how environmentally-friendly it is, whether it has any harmful substances in it, etc.

But one thing that can’t be measured is the feeling of getting into bed each evening and being tucked in by friendly, caring hands. That feeling can only be experienced. It’s part of the secret behind the art of sleeping.

A secret known by those who have discovered the magic of Hästens.

STOCKHOLM | NEW YORK | LONDON | PARIS | MILAN | BEIJING | SHAGHAI | HONG KONG | SINGAPORE | SPAIN

ww.hastens.com

Bath

Design by Norm

High quality designs with clever details and stylish looks...

The popular Bath series has grown and in this year’s collection...

You’ll find ladders, holders and wipers.

The designers behind are Norm: Jonas Bjerre-Poulsen and Kasper Rønn. Their love of minimalism and functionality shines through clearly in the Bath series, as they create products that meet real-life needs, while still having a modern and aesthetic look.

NEWS Bath Ladder, an informal and flexible piece of furniture made for storing towels and accessories in the bathroom - clothes in the bedroom - or scarves and coats in the hallway. It’s easy to move around the house and the leather strap at the top (meant to fix the ladder to the wall) almost makes it look like an oversized suitcase, that you can lift and take everywhere.

Towel Bar and Toilet Roll Holder are designed in the same simple and recognizable style. They are rounded and soft in expression, while still being visually strong, iconic and masculine. The illusion of the floating band of the wall provides a strong graphic expression, without being too dominating, and the matte surface also provides a sensual tactility to the products.

As our last newcomer this year, we have: Wiper.

Kasper Rønn from Norm Architects explains: “With Wiper we really focused on finding the point where there was nothing more we could possibly add or subtract, to make it a better product. It was a bit of a test to see just how simple it could be made”. The result is a wiper, easy to grip and use, and easily maintained as it’s fully covered in silicone and without any joints. The cord in the top allows you to hang it in the shower or on a little hook, to add a clean graphical expression on your bathroom wall.

Jonas Bjerre-Poulsen: “As a designer it’s always tempting to think outside the box and try to work your designs into other areas of people’s lives, without losing the existing design aesthetic. With this year’s new additions to the Bath series we’ve slowly expanded into the hallway and the bedroom.

SNAREGARE 14 1205 COPENHAGEN, DENMARK +45 2735 6201 WWW.NORMCPH.COM

Your sleep zone For Beds , Mattresses and Luxury Bed Linen Here at Emporio Beds we are an independent bed specialist who specialize in sourcing the very best manufacturers in the world, who can offer our customers only the finest quality bedsteads, mattresses bedroom furnishings and luxury bed linens.

Ваш зона сна Для кровати, матрасы и роскошным постельным бельем

With over 40 years’ experience within the furnishings business offering impartial professional advice and unequalled service, our customers benefit from the knowledge that we provide good solid beds that are designed to last “we work hard so you can sleep peacefully”.

today’s fast paced environment, we ensure we stock a large quantity of ranges ready for immediate delivery plus in addition, by working directly with manufacturers, we can also offer a bespoke tailored service so we can help you design the bedroom of your dreams.

Our diverse range of beds from leather, wooden and divans are available within the UK, Spain and online. With

Why not visit our showroom of over 1,000 m2 where you can view a selection of our different beds in their

many shapes and sizes. Lying and trying, resting and testing, with our experienced professional guidance, is an essential process to find the perfect bed for you.

Our aim is to ensure our customers enjoy the most comfortable night’s sleep and our carefully chosen, quality product ranges offer something to suit everyone - all at an affordable prices.

The pleasure of a good night’s sleep

Where you will find the perfect balance of luxury, quality and price Где вы найдете идеальный баланс роскоши, качества и цены

Two of our most popular models from Presotto

Aqua

The Aqua bed has a cool floating style with the relaxed air of a sun lounger. This amazing bed is designed to be the focal point of a fabulous bedroom so if you have always dreamed of creating a special space for yourself then putting Aqua at the centre of your plan should set your design off to a good start.

Zero

Romantically styled Zero Uno bed makes an outstanding focal point for a fabulous contemporary bedroom.

www.emporiobeds.com

FREE

duvet or pillows when you purchase

ANY

double bed Commercial Centre San Pedro, Nuevo Poligono Industrial San Pedro, Carretera de Ronda, Calle Eslovaquia, 30 - Nave 15, E-29670 San Pedro de Alcantara (Marbella), Spain The pleasure of a good night’s sleep

+34 952 787 916 | +34 675 084 580

info@emporiobeds.com

Pure Silk Rosewater Pillowcases For the ultimate in luxury Gingerlily’s 100% A Grade long fibre Mulberry silk bed linen is wonderfully soft and seamless with a subtle sheen. Using only the finest 19 momme silk.

For centuries silk has been valued for its health giving benefits for the skin and hair due to its high content of protein. Silk, unlike cotton, does not absorb moisture from the skin and hair, helping to keep hair glossy and skin soft which helps to prevent facial lines.

Sweetpea

& W i l low

AWARD WINNING FURNITURE

www.sweetpeaandwillow.com

ÂŽ

Finishing

TOUCHES BUCKINGHAM CRYSTAL WHITE WINE GLASSES Traditional cut crystal white wine glasses 24% cut lead crystal. Beautifully presented in a black satin-lined gift box. Combine with the extensive range of Buckingham champagne flutes, spirit glasses, decanters and giftware. www.royalbuckingham.co.uk

OLIVE GREEN WINE GOBLETS Extraordinary, hand cut, coloured 24% lead crystal wine goblets. Accented with a rich olive green hue this is the ideal vessel for a wine experience as well as a perfect idea for the extraordinary and sophisticated gift. www.gurasu.co.uk

FUSION COLOR WATER GOBLET RCR Home & Table is our functional, practical and trendy collection for everyday use. Objects for the table and the home that offer an adroit mix of tradition and trendiness.

The collection’s products are realized in LUXIONŽ, the absolutely innovative, transparent, brilliant and durable internationally-patented material created by our laboratories.

Stack your bar counter with some colourful, gleaming beauties as you bring home this wonderful set of Fusion Colour water Goblets. The delicate stem, shiny walls and Italian finesse of these glasses would inspire you to appreciate the finer things in life. www.rcrcrystal.com

260

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

261

VIP PROPERTY

Las Brisas PLOT: 1.185 M2

BUILT: 587 M2

PRICE: €1.995.000

An exceptional six bedroom villa in the heart of the golf valley built on three levels and boasting an elegant entrance hall with double height ceiling and marble staircase with feature ground to ceiling semi-circular windows that give views down towards the golf course..

For further information on this property, please call International Marbella on (34) 607 520 701 or email your enquiry to info@internationalmarbella.com

(34) 95 13 199 14 (34) 607 520 701 www.internationalmarbella.com

VIP PROPERTY

Cascada Camojan PLOT: 1.368 M2

BUILT: 400 M2

PRICE: â‚Ź 1.950.000

An amazing 4 bedroom villa having the feel of being a penthouse flat with large surrounding terraces due to being elevated above the Golden Mile thus boasting spectacular open sea views and enjoying 24hr security being part of this established quiet residential community.

For further information on this property, please call International Marbella on (34) 607 520 701 or email your enquiry to info@internationalmarbella.com

(34) 95 13 199 14 (34) 607 520 701 www.internationalmarbella.com

VIP PROPERTY

Golden Mile PLOT: 326 M2

BUILT: 287 M2

PRICE: € 1.900.000

An elegant unique home situated in an exclusive frontline beach development thus being steps away from the best stretch of beach on the Golden Mile. Not only boasting splendid views but benefitting from a private pool, communal swimming pool and a two car garage.

For further information on this property, please call International Marbella on (34) 607 520 701 or email your enquiry to info@internationalmarbella.com

(34) 95 13 199 14 (34) 607 520 701 www.internationalmarbella.com

VIP PROPERTY

Nueva Andalucia PLOT: 1.350 M2

BUILT: 416 M2

PRICE: â‚Ź 2.450.000

A fantastic contemporary 5 bedroom family home totally renovated recently with fabulous entertainment space and trendy water features, a further added bonus is that the property is situated in a quiet cul-de-sac only 10 minutes walk from Puerto Banus.

For further information on this property, please call International Marbella on (34) 607 520 701 or email your enquiry to info@internationalmarbella.com

(34) 95 13 199 14 (34) 607 520 701 www.internationalmarbella.com

VIP PROPERTY

Los Monteros BUILT: 337 M2

TERRACE: 100 M2

PRICE: Â â‚Ź 1.880.000

A fabulous contemporary duplex penthouse with 4 bedroom suites and an impressive valuted ceiling drawing room with panoramic patio windows not only leading to a vast roof terrace but boasting fantastic open sea views across the mature gardens.

For further information on this property, please call International Marbella on (34) 607 520 701 or email your enquiry to info@internationalmarbella.com

(34) 95 13 199 14 (34) 607 520 701 www.internationalmarbella.com

VIP PROPERTY

Los Nar anjos

PLOT: 1.257 M2

BUILT: 630 M2

PRICE: € 2.700.000

A fantastic newly constructed 6 bedroom contemporary villa situated in a quiet cul-de-sac elevated above Los Naranjos Golf Course thus boasting amazing views. The trendy lay-out has a large split level open plan living space divided by a stainless steel glass fire place.

For further information on this property, please call International Marbella on (34) 607 520 701 or email your enquiry to info@internationalmarbella.com

(34) 95 13 199 14 (34) 607 520 701 www.internationalmarbella.com

VIP PROPERTY

La Cerquilla PLOT: 2.872 M2

BUILT: 1007 M2

PRICE: € 4.500.000

A fabulous large family home suitable for large scale entertaining with its traditional accommodation having elegant reception rooms interconnected by double doors boasting impressive sea views across two Golf courses..

For further information on this property, please call International Marbella on (34) 607 520 701 or email your enquiry to info@internationalmarbella.com

(34) 95 13 199 14 (34) 607 520 701 www.internationalmarbella.com

VIP PROPERTY

Las Brisas PLOT: 3.740M2

BUILT: 606 M2

PRICE: € 3.600.000

Magnificent front line golf 5 bedroom property with an elegant traditional layout including tall ceiling receptions and a lush landscaped garden incorporating a thatched gazebo, large private pool, koi pond and stunning open views.

For further information on this property, please call International Marbella on (34) 607 520 701 or email your enquiry to info@internationalmarbella.com

(34) 95 13 199 14 (34) 607 520 701 www.internationalmarbella.com

Perfect combinations.

270

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

www.gaggenau.com

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

271

Wild things from

the Jun­gle

You’re likely to en­counter trop­i­cal rain­forests, thick jun­gles, the ro­man­tic feeling as­so­ci­ated with Tarzan, won­drous an­i­mals and blos­soms from par­adise just about every­where – even in the most el­e­gant par­lours.

Ei­ther the room is dec­o­rated with an­i­mals, palm trees and lux­u­ri­ant plants, or their im­ages are printed on fab­ric or wall­pa­per. They also ap­pear painted on porce­lain or even on ex­quis­ite pe­riod fur­ni­ture. This strik­ing bu­reau from Moisson­nier, a French man­u­fac­turer of pe­riod fur­ni­ture, is a won­der­ful ex­am­ple which il­lus­trates how eclec­tic home dec­o­ra­tions have be­come com­pletely pre­sentable

52, rue de l’Université | 75007 Paris | France | T +33 (0)1 42 61 84 88 | 1885@moissonnier.com www.moissonnier.com

SUNSEARCH HOMES I N T E R N A T I O N A L

8

8 Sunsearch Homes International is a unique company that offers tailor-made services - from properties to rent locally and internationally, to wonderful exclusive apartments, penthouse, villas and fincas for sale.

951 127 200

www.sunsearchhomes.com

Our property sales portfolio features some of the most prestigious properties available on the market today, so if you are looking to invest in property, purchase a villa, penthouse, apartment, townhouse or finca along the Costa del Sol, please take a few moments to view just a small selection of properties available in this magazine or to browse through our website to view our whole database of continuously updated properties.

SUNSEARCH HOMES I N T E R N A T I O N A L

8

Marbella Golf Club

8 A beautiful south facing villa with spectacular mountain and sea views. Access is via a lovely driveway. The entrance hall leads to an open plan living/dining area with fireplace, a spacious fitted kitchen, an extra living room with fireplace, master bedroom and 3 guest suites in the main house and a guest apartment situated in the garden also with bedroom en suite, a living area and kitchen.

Very cosy terraces with nice open views, mature garden, large heated swimming pool with a lot of privacy. Situated within the Marbella Club Golf, with 24hrs security. 10 minutes from all amenities.

Ref: V267

454 m2

181 m2

5005 m2

5

4

2,950,000

8

951 127 200

www.sunsearchhomes.com

El Madronal Luxurious newly built villa situated within a forested area of pine trees and cork oaks. The three-storey villa and separate 2 bed guest house sit in spectacular landscaped grounds.

The light and airy villa has a salon with fireplace and doors leading onto the terrace. Light floods through the large windows into the open plan dining and main living area. The large kitchen fitted with Miele and Gaggenau appliances and has a breakfast

Ref: V240

1027 m2

173 m2

bar. Also on this level you will find a study, bathroom, guest WC and wardrobe.

On the upper you will find the master bedroom fitted with an en-suite and spacious dressing areas. There are also two further bedrooms, each with their own bathrooms and fitted wardrobes.

All bedrooms have individual terraces with breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

4017 m2

5+2

5+2

3,800,000

SUNSEARCH HOMES I N T E R N A T I O N A L

8

Marbella From its elevated position just off Marbella’s emblematic Golden Mile The World Marbella enjoys breathtaking views from its huge terraces across the Mediterranean towards Gibraltar and Africa.

The World Marbella will redefine modern Marbella living with its ground breaking architecture and interiors that set new standards in state-of-the art luxury.

To complete the experience, The World Marbella offers a full range of lifestyle amenities including 24-hour security and dedicated concierge, as well as luxury spa and peerless gym and fitness facilities.

Discover The World Marbella. A development as exciting and unique as its array of varied international residents.

RESIDENCES Located in five stunning buildings designed by leading international architect Teodoro Cabrilla, the Residences make up the ground floor to fifth floor levels of The World Marbella.

All Residences are comprised of three or four bedrooms, with the ground floor Residences being duplexes with direct access to the tropical gardens and pools. All have large terraces that have been specifically designed to be an extension of the interior living space. The World Marbella’s unique signature curved design allows the terraces, which are covered, to enjoy stunning views of the mountains and the coast.

The interiors of the Residences feature high ceilings as well as making the very best use of the natural Mediterranean light. With a contemporary cutting edge design, the interiors will be finished to the very highest standard offering the very best in qualities and finish.

951 127 200

www.sunsearchhomes.com

PENTHOUSES The Penthouses in The World Marbella offer the ultimate in contemporary living. All 16 are duplexes and boast huge curved terraces offering unparalleled views.

SERVICES & AMENITIES Residents of The World Marbella will have access to a full range of lifestyle amenities: • 24hr Security & Dedicated Concierge Service • Luxury Spa for the Exclusive Use of Residents • Next Generation Fitness Center

Each individual Penthouse features a private sky terrace that offers you the scope to design your own bespoke space, tailored exactly to your needs.All have a huge range of impressive features, including massive master bedrooms with en suite bathrooms, underfloor heating throughout and the very latest in state-of-the-art technology.

• 3 Swimming Pools including a Beach Type Pool with Salt Water and an Indoor Pool

A statement of 21st Century living, the Penthouses offer a top of The World experience.

• Private Storage units in the Basement

• 1 Tennis Court and 2 Padel Courts • Golf Putting Green • 500m Running, Walking and Cycling Track • Children’s Playground • Residents Club House with Events and Reception Room • Fully Secure and Covered Parking Garage

Hardwood

Flooring

TOP10 One of the UK’s leading flooring specialists, Ecora have put together a definitive top 10 list of natural wood floors for 2014. Taking an in-depth look into the buying trends of their customers Ecora have also created a consumer guide to choosing wood floors. The guide goes into great detail addressing all of the things customers need to consider when selecting the best flooring for their home.

Ecora specialise in providing environmentally friendly and natural wood flooring and have a wide selection of wood flooring and natural furnishings at their North London showroom.

For further information visit: www.ecora.co.uk

OAK ORCHARD There is often a stigma attached to wood floors that are finished with a natural pigmented coating. In the past manufacturers used solvent based oils and lacquers and applied it on too thickly which resulted in the floor looking very orange and a bit plastic. Thanks to water-based products we are now able to achieve beautiful blonde colour tones that look and feel natural. A product like Oak Orchard is a classic look that will sit effortlessly in any interior.

GREY FRENCH OAK This floor is the perfect option for busy families. The reason for this is because it has a matt lacquered finish, which makes it look natural and it has an anti scratch coat on it, great for kids and pets! The wide boards at 220mm are contemporary in design and the dark grey colour makes this floor look elegant and because of the hard wearing finish it’s great for dinner parties and high traffic.

NORTH AMERICAN WALNUT Walnut is a bit like Marmite. You either love and embrace it’s natural variation with tones of reddish brown and blondes streaks or you don’t. Walnut is often seen as a contemporary option because it brings with it richness and glamour in its dark colour.

Walnut is softer than Oak and because of the colour it does show up scratches easily.

However the natural beauty of this wood can compare to no other and is often used in formal spaces such as dining rooms.

DOUGLAS FIR The white washed Douglas Fir has been a favourite amongst designers

for a long time. Wide boards with extremely long lengths give a sophisticated, shabby chic look. There is only one slight drawback with this floor and that is it’s durability.

Douglas Fir is a softwood and so that means that it will need an ongoing maintenance regime to keep it looking it’s best.

OAK CHEVRONS The Chevron pattern is an easy way to pull new and old designs together. Chevrons are available in various sizes, grades and colours. No matter what specification you choose, Chevrons instantly add glamour to an interior.

PARQUET DE VERSAILLES These are wood panels that come in different designs and sizes. They are usually at the high-end of hardwood flooring because of the labour and skill involved in producing these panels by hand. They have a more traditional feel about them which can be easily paired with a contemporary colour and finish to give a modern twist. The greatest example of this flooring can be seen in the Palace de Versailles.

OAK BRENDON BRUSHED By taking this mid range product and applying a heavy brush to the material, it has been given a whole new aspect to this floor. The brushed effect accentuates the grains on the floor and gives a lot more texture to the product.

Often when flooring is finished with just stain, it can look a little ‘flat’. By brushing the wood, it lifts the entire grain and makes the floor natural and beautiful.

OAK HAMPSTEAD GREY Products from the Hampstead range are surface planed. This means that the boards are randomly turned against the sanding machine to create machining marks on the boards. This creates a board that has great texture. To add to this industrial look the boards have cracks and partially filled knots.

The end result is a floor that looks natural and individual.

RECLAIMED FLOORING The fun behind reclaimed hardwood, is that there is always a story attached to it. You can usually trace you floor back to where it came from. It could be from an old department store, a railway station waiting room or even a old school hall. Reclaimed flooring comes already distressed and aged and that adds even more to the beauty. You are not just restricted to Oak, there are normally a few different species to choose from. Reclaimed wood normally has great long lengths too.

OAK TRIBECA This product is very unique in the fact that its colour and finish are achieved without using any chemicals.

The unfinished wood is treated for two weeks in extreme weather conditions, such as exposure to rain and then exposure to heat. The same conditions as an exposed beam would be. This creates a floor high in variation with it’s own individual characteristics. In order to protect the floor two coats of Eco Oil is applied.

Living within the Clouds

I

t’s the height of exclusivity the crème de la crème of real estate. The appeal of the penthouse is obvious as it sits above the rest of the world commanding unobtrusive views and looking down on those below.

Introduced in New York during the opulent and extravagant era of the roaring twenties the penthouse has become a universal symbol of status, influence and high society commanding high prices for those distinguished enough to be able to afford one. It doesn’t require a unit number the word penthouse… says it all!

Here we take a look at the ten most prestigious topfloor residences available today.

The luxury world of the Penthouse

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

281

1 One Hyde Park, London Average price per square foot: $9,906 Penthouse: $227 million The signature development of the Candy brothers, One Hyde Park, though not a skyscraper, is probably London’s most hotly-discussed residential building, according to Wealth-X. The building’s interior designer Candy & Candy says the penthouse sold for $227 million, while other reports have suggested the actual price was lower. Christian Candy is listed as an owner, along with Qatari financial backer Sheik Hamad bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani. Amenities include a golf-simulator, private cinema and squash court. Roger Stirk Harbour + Partners provided the architectural design, and Mandarin Oriental Hotel group runs the concierge.

282

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

2 432 Park Avenue, New York Average price per square foot: $6,742 Penthouse: $95 million A Midtown Manhattan neighbor of One57, 432 Park Avenue is the brainchild of property tycoon Harry Macklowe. It was designed by architect Rafael Viñoly, with interiors byDeborah Berke. Due for completion in 2015, it will be the second tallest residential building in New York.

The residents-only restaurant is designed

by Bentel & Bentel, and will have an adjacent outdoor terrace above 57th street to accommodate 300 guests.

The penthouse will have six bedrooms, seven bathrooms and a library. Other amenities include a wine cellar, a 75-foot indoor swimming pool and a spa and fitness center.

3 One 57, New York Average price per square foot: $6,000 Penthouse: $90 million

Rising 1,004 feet over Midtown Manhattan on 57th Street, this development is the tallest residential building in New York.

Developed by Gary Barnett’s Extell, it claims to be a vertical billionaire’s row.

There are 95 condos with amenities that include a yoga studio, an arts-and-crafts atelier room and a pet grooming room.

French Pritzker Prize-winning architect Christian de Portzamparc envisioned the project, while Thomas Juul-Hansen did the interiors.

The flagship Park Hyatt New York and its health club and spa at the base of the building will open this summer, designed by interior designers Yabu Pushelburg.

4 South Bank Tower, London Average price per square foot: $3,300 Penthouse: $90 million

South Bank Tower was originally a 30-story structure designed by Sir Richard Seifert in 1972. Developer CIT recently acquired the building, and brought in Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates to redesign it, with interior design from Johnson Naylor.

They have transformed the building into a 41-story offering of 191 luxury apartments and office space. Due for completion in 2015, the building is on the River Thames, and overlooks the London Eye and the city beyond. The penthouse will be a triplex with two roof terraces.

5 Tour Odéon, Monaco Average price per square foot: $8,900 Top apartment: $65.7 million At more than 550 feet, Tour Odéon will be the tallest building in Monaco, overlooking the entire principality and the Mediterranean sea. The double tower, due for completion in the next few weeks, includes 70 luxury apartments with floorto-ceiling windows.

ArchitectAlexandre Giraldi and Monegasque family-run developer Groupe Marzocco collaborated on the creation of the landmark, bringing in designer Alberto Pinto for the interiors and Jean Mus to create the gardens. The 35,500 square feet “Sky Penthouse” will occupy the top five floors of the building. Although the price of the penthouse has yet to be revealed, reports put it as high as $387 million, which would make it the most expensive apartment in the world.

6 Opus Hong Kong, Hong Kong Average price per square foot: $10,740 Top published price: $58.6 million Pritzker-winning Canadian architect Frank Gehry designed the 12-story Opus development, his first residential project in Asia. Located at the exclusive 53 Stubbs Road on the Peak, the building’s eighth floor apartment has already broken records as the most expensive ever sold in the city.

Amenities include rainwater recycling for irrigation and electric car charge systems. However, the project has been temporarily derailed by the Hong Kong administration’s property-cooling measures introduced last year, including strict requirements on sales of first-hand property. For now, Opus is available only to rent.

7

56 Leonard, New York Average price per square foot: $6,000 Penthouse: $47 million This Herzog & de Meuron-designed tower in Tribeca is almost entirely made from cantilevered glass, offering city views through floor-to ceiling windows.

The penthouse is under contract for $47 million, making it one of the most expensive residences ever to be sold in downtown Manhattan. An Anish Kapoor sculpture sits at the base of the building; inside there is a 25-seat cinema and a 75-foot lap pool.

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

285

8 Clermont Residence, Singapore Average price per square foot: $2,360 Penthouse: $47 million Clermont Residence is perched atop the 951-foot-high Tanjong Pagar Centre, Singapore’s tallest building. Skidmore, Owings and Merrill designed the building, which is due for completion in 2016.

There will be 180 apartments, including the 14,500-square-foot penthouse with its own private elevator.

Residents of the Peck Seah Street building will be able to step out into Singapore’s prestigious Central Business District. The project is being run by Guocoland, the developer owned by Malaysian billionaire Quek Leng Chan.

9 One Thousand Museum Condos, Miami Average price per square foot: $1,100 Penthouse: $45 million Designed by Pritzker Prize-winning IraqiBritish architect Zaha Hadid, this building at 1000 Biscayne Boulevard is billed as “creating a six star lifestyle.” Amenities include two floors of wellness and spa facilities, a sunbathing terrace overlooking the Miami skyline and a private helipad.

All the interior spaces have customized “building scenting,” with perfumes designed by olfactory consultants 12.29.

Developed by Gregg Covin and Louis Birdman, the building is due to be completed in 2018.

286

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

10 One Madison, New York Average price per square foot: $5,000 Penthouse: $43 million Located on East 23rd Street in Manhattan, this slim 60-story glass tower already has some celebrity residents, including Tom Brady and Giselle Bündchen.

Soon, they’ll be bumping in to Rupert Murdoch, who spent $57 million buying the top four floors of the building after he combined the triplex penthouse and the apartment below. One Madison has 53 units with amenities such as an indoor pool with marble walls and butler service.

The Abama Residences Defining the luxury market in Tenerife

O

verlooking the Atlantic and La Gomera Island on the west coast of Tenerife, this remarkable residential development features amenities of the highest calibre and an unrivalled lifestyle.

Stylishly appointed Abama Terraces apartments, turn-key luxury residences and Abama Custom Villa Plots are available for purchase within the 160 hectare estate designed by Chilean/Bolivian architect Melvin Villaroel.

Following the first Phase release of 30 apartments, all properties have now sold and Phase 2 of The Abama Terraces is now available with a marketing suite recently

unveiled. Recently released is the Abama Bellevue, a collection of eight turn-key detached villas overlooking the fairways of the golf course and the waters of the Atlantic.

Of the international demand for their properties, Director of Marketing Elodie Casola comments ‘We have sold to a variety of nationalities including British, Belgian, Russian, Norwegian, Finnish, German, Swiss and Austrian.

All have been impressed by the beauty of the location, the extremely high service levels and the quality of the amenities.

We have been encouraged by the fast sell out of Phase 1 and consistent levels of demand for our residences including the

Abama Terraces apartments, the Abama Custom Villa Plots and Bellevue Villas.

From the moment they arrive, residents at the Abama Resort are surrounded by an assortment of carefully curated amenities and services.

Two Michelin starred restaurants with a total of three stars between them serve highly regarded Japanese and Mediterranean dishes alongside 8 other restaurants whilst the indulgent spa is designed by the team behind the Sanctuary spa in London and Chiva Son in Thailand featuring a range of personalised treatments to nurture the body and soul’.

ABAMA

Avid sportsmen and women will be put through their paces on the sea fronting Dave Thomas designed golf course which features 300 species of subtropical plant life and 22 lakes.

They can also enjoy seven professional tennis courts and all the facilities provided by the Ritz Carlton, Abama which is within easy access of all residences.

Rare to the region is the resort’s exclusive golden sand beach which is the perfect place for a sundowner to remember after a trip to the resort’s boutiques featuring brands including Burberry, Miu Miu, D&G, Gucci, Piaget, Omega and Porsche accessories.

At the Abama Resort, architecture takes inspiration from North African tradition and ancient Chinese Feng Shui principles.

Two and three bedroom Abama Terraces apartments range from 130sqm to 220sqm and boast balconies overlooking the ocean and tropical gardens.

The Abama Custom Villa Plots occupy front line positions on the golf course and allow owners to custom design their dream home.

The Dave Thomas designed golf course which features 300 species of subtropical plant life and 22 lakes....

ABAMA

There is also the possibility to develop private gardens and a pool and access to the resort’s architects can be facilitated on request.

The Abama Bellevue Villas meanwhile feature internal surface areas of 260 sqm on plots of approximately 500 sqm. Each comes with private parking, a private pool and a mini-pool on the first floor and make for the perfect family home. All properties offer private access and 24 hour security.

With an annual average temperature of 18-24°C, Tenerife boasts one of the longest European seasons and is a popular escape for British travellers throughout the year. Nestled on the desirable west coast, the Abama Resort is easily accessible with regular direct flights from London.

ABAMA

Originally conceptualised as a destination to entertain good friends and family, The Abama Resort has grown into one of Tenerife’s most luxurious residential destinations offering coveted properties and an unparalleled lifestyle.

PRICES: Abama Terraces apartments start from €500,000 Bellevue Villas €1,650,000

start

from

Abama Custom Villa Plots Phase 1 from €750,000 and Phase 2 from €540,000 T. +34 922 126 011 For more information call or vist: www.abamaluxuryresidences.com

RIVA LAGO del

294

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

AT T H E WAT E R F R O N T

RIVA LIVES RICHLY Find your amenity-rich lifestyle at Riva del Lago today.

You’re one of a kind, not one of the crowd. You want to get maximum lifestyle out of every day with condo amenities that urge you to be your best, achieve more, play harder. That’s what Riva del Lago on the Humber Bay Shore’s waterfront is all about. All the amenities you are looking for - all ready from the day you move in.

Because Riva is not like the rest.

RIVA party room, kitchen, bar & BBQ terrace RI SILVER SCREEN big screen theatre PULSE fitness with TV’s, cardio, yoga, weights, men’s/women’s change rooms PET-TIE WASH pet wash area AQUA at LAGO full access for all Riva del Lago residents, including indoor swimming pool, hot tub and dry saunas, men’s/women’s change rooms.

Waterfront Boutique Condos from the low $300’s

hotelREADY hote

TM

Sales Centre located at 2167 Lake Shore Blvd. W.

Every amenity. Ready when you are.

416-495-3544

www.monarchgroup.net

96 years

discover more

MonarchGroup.net

BIDDINGTON

first.

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

295

*Prices, specifications and promotions are subject to change without notice. Rendering is artists’ concept and image is for mood and impression only.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU’VE BEEN BURGLED.

When you discover you’ve been burgled

Statistics in Spain

Then secure your home to avoid further damage, board up any broken windows, make a list of damaged or missing belongings, detail the damage to your home resulting from the burglary, taking photographs of damaged windows or door.

Crime rates in Spain remain among the lowest in the EU according to the latest Interior Ministry crime report. However, since the economic crisis began in 2008, there has been a steep increase in domestic burglaries and theft as a result.

In 2012 the number of burglaries in homes rose by 25.4%.

The message to expat residents is not to panic. There are some simple precautions to take, as you would back in the UK, such as fitting security grills, installing exterior lights and alarms, being careful about what content is posted on social networks, especially anything to do with trips and holidays away from home. It also helps to take out a quality home insurance policy that will cover your home and its contents should any unfortunate incident occur.

296

As soon as you discover you’ve been burgled, whether it’s a break-in or theft at your home, first call the police. Don’t touch anything until they arrive. A police report will be needed to process your claim.

At this point, you can call the claims department of your home insurance company. We advise you to have your policy on hand when you call.

glaziers, we will help you swiftly handle your claim and get things back to normal as soon as possible. Fortunately, incidents of theft in Spain are relatively small compared to other EU countries, however should you be burgled, your homeowner’s insurance policy will cover the loss or destruction of personal property if it’s stolen from your home.

Hold-up outside the home In many cases, your home insurance policy may cover you for any incidents that occur outside your home. Should you be the victim of a hold-up outside your premises your personal belongings are covered.

We will ensure replacement documents are quickly and efficiently dealt with, and if required, arrange the locks on your home to be changed.

Peace-of-mind with Linea Directa We understand that your peace-of-mind is important, especially in your home. Our claims department will take a full statement of the circumstances of the incident. We will check the insurance coverage with you explaining all the procedures. If emergency repairs are required from locksmiths to

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

We hope the information provided in this article is of interest.

If you would like to contact Linea Directa please call + 34 902 123 161 More information on Linea Directa online at www.lineadirecta.com

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

297

Media Group

Creating the best magazines

Stand out from the crowd with your own Corporate - Branded Publication We are proud to announce that we have a new edition to add to our ever expanding collection of magazines with the new “Alexander’s Collection Spain Luxury Home Magazine”.

Media Group

Alexanders’ Collection Spain

LUXURY

HOME

Creating the best magazines

MAGAZINE

Fine Carpets | Luxurious Fabrics | Handmade Embroidery | Exquisite High Quality Furniture Mosaics | Glassware | Accessories and much more...

of tury A Cen nce ie r e xpe TS

Y OR RTINEZ 1905, MA ed to Since dedicat kind s been ferent S.A., ha er y dif ev these cture gh all manufa ou Trh . es les in ing fixtur sty ht lig ing of light tion of ing olu be ev tant, years, en cons give has be ges to fashion an ch e ding th for lea n sig em th er de e prop th ts its clien ment. each mo

ctor y rs of fa re mete to 00 squa le them Their 70 rs enab worke cture fa and 70 nu ht ma able the rig provide st, being reque y no an to designs answer custom facture to manu size. e th r matte S.A., Y ORTS RTINEZ e way, MA mes ar In this ns of ho at millio their th d th wi ble is prou mforta es more co ls, palac some d hote an , the articles around lighting ings all love ial build e fic th of and d with minate are illu y. world mpan ar y co centen of this

Изобразительное Ковры | Роскошные Ткани | Handmade вышивки | Изысканный высококачественной мебели Мозаика | Стекло | Аксессуары и многое другое...

Showcasing the most prestigious furniture brands in a high gloss format, Alexander’s Collection Spain are the definitive luxury brand specialist here in Marbella.

Contact us now and let us show you how your business can benefit from having your own bespoke magazine. administration@simplymedia-group.com | 951 127 200

Gillan, Manaccan - Helford River Area To be sold for the first time in 50 years A ‘once in a lifetime’ chance to acquire an iconic waterside detached 7 bedroom house, c.1906, commanding idyllic, picturesque vistas over boating activity to St Anthony Church and out to sea.

Set on its own promontory fronting Gillan Creek on three sides, this remarkable property includes a grass spit extending into the creek, extensive waterfronting woodland, garage, car park and orchard. In all, just over 2 acres.

Conservatory, dining hall, drawing room, sitting room, breakfast room, kitchen, pantry, 4 bedrooms (1 en-suite), bathroom.

First Floor: 3 attic bedrooms: Outside: direct waterfrontage on three sides of the house with two sets of steps to the foreshore below, patios and well stocked gardens surrounding the house with spectacular views. Grass spit extending into the creek, extensive waterfronting woodland, garage, car park and orchard. In all, just over 2 acres. EPC F38.

Offers around £750,000

Freehold

Sole Agent

Sheviock, South East Cornwall A simply gorgeous, totally private Grade II Listed south facing detached 7 bedroomed period house, sensitively restored, with coach house and outbuildings, standing centrally within its own parkland grounds of about 35 acres including a very long private driveway. An idyllic country home of immaculate presentation surrounded by unspoilt rolling countryside between the sailing waters of the Tamar Estuary and the sandy beaches of the south coast.

Excellent road and rail communications within easy striking distance of Plymouth.

Entrance hall, reception hall, morning room, music room, vast family kitchen, drawing room, dining room, dairy kitchen, laundry, cloakroom/wc, rear hall. First Floor: main and secondary landings, 2 staircases, principal bedroom suite with dressing room and stunning bath/shower room, 3 further bedroom suites with bath/shower rooms. Second Floor: landing, 3 further double bedrooms (7 in total), bathroom, store room. Cellars: 3 large rooms, safe room. The Coach House: kitchen, sitting room, hall, shower room. Double garage, old stables. First Floor: 2 double bedrooms, bathroom. Outside: array of outbuildings to the rear of the house, large single storey stone barn with potential. 400 yard long tree lined driveway, secondary drive, sweeping south facing front lawn, 150’ x 120’ walled garden, specimen woodland and gardens surrounding the house.

Two parkland fields with pond. Further area of woodland, wooded bank and frontage to a tidal creek. In all, about 35 acres.

Offers around £2,350,000

Freehold

Sole Agent

Feock, South Cornwall Truro 5 miles • Falmouth 9 miles • St Mawes 3 miles by water - distances approximate.

Is there a more perfect yachtsman’s retreat for sale anywhere in the United Kingdom today...?

One of the Restronguet Point’s most private detached marine residences, hidden from view behind high old stone walls and created by the enlargement of an 18th Century cottage in the 1960’s to a high standard and interesting design in its day resulting in a secretive and intriguing house in a stunning waterside setting.

With one of the longest direct frontages to deep water on the Point and park-like grounds sweeping down to the Fal Estuary, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity for the keen day sailor or yachtsman to find heaven, absolute peace, tranquillity and sunshine - the principle wing facing south and all rooms commanding extraordinarily beautiful views over the estuary to the Roseland Peninsula, Mylor Harbour, St Anthony Lighthouse and Falmouth Bay. Now requiring modernisation and general updating - or even redevelopment, this is a prime opportunity to acquire one of the largest freeholds in this exclusive location, now recognised by astute purchasers as ‘going places’ and arguably ‘first class’ Cloister, reception hall, boot room etc, drawing room, conservatory, dining room, breakfast room and Poggenpohl/Miele kitchen, laundry room etc, former housekeeper’s bedroom. First Floor: two staircases, landing, 4 bedrooms - 3 en-suite, large library/home office. Outside: double and single garages, walled court, slate terrace, beautiful prolifically stocked gardens and park-like grounds. Large dry dock, slipway. Deep waterfrontage of about 220ft. and ownership to mean high water. Moorings by application to the Harbour Master.

Offers over £3,250,000

Freehold

Sole Agent

Truro - Falmouth, South Cornwall Early vacant possession available An outstanding Grade II listed Georgian vicarage of the very highest quality in beautiful private exotic gardens of about 1.5 acres, situated within easy reach of the renowned sailing waters of the Fal Estuary and the county’s best facilities in Truro.

Elegant entrance lobby and reception hall, drawing room, dining room, kitchen with Aga and wine store, breakfast room, library, study, utility room. First Floor: master suite, 4 further bedrooms, 2 further bathrooms, including 2 bedrooms, bathroom, sitting room and kitchen situated in an integral apartment. Superb standard throughout with a wealth of period features.

Gardens: tree lined gated driveway, beautiful plantsman’s gardens with extensive lawned arboretum, formal lawn and walled courtyard gardens. Exquisite swimming pool and pavilion. Probably one of the finest period houses available in this part of Cornwall. An exceptional setting of about 1½ acres.

Offers around £1,295,000

Freehold

Sole Agent

8 Are you looking for your perfect property?

SUNSEARCH HOMES I N T E R N A T I O N A L

8

BY SUNSEARCH HOMES

Issue 3 - 2014

The producers of Exclusive Magazine, will help you find a new property, whether you are looking for a luxurious, purpose-built designer villa, a turnkey holiday apartment or a cosy family home on the Costa del Sol

Homes PERFECT

EXCLUSIVE

I N T E R N AT I O N A L

WORLDWIDE PROPERTY BIBLE

R E A L E S TAT E

•

INTERIOR DESIGN

ISSUE 11 2014 EU €4.95 UK £4.50

•

GARDENS

•

FURNITURE

BESPOKE

HOME INTERIORS The latest trends and styles

Call us now on +34 951 127 200 SPONSORED BY

Inspirational Properties | Contemporary Design | Traditional Living MARBELLA

T +34 951 403 340 | enquiries@sunsearchhomes.com | www.sunsearchhomes.com

www.sunsearchhomes.com EXCLUSIVE Magazine 1

...and to help you create your dream home, Perfect Homes Magazine is packed full of new ideas.

LUXURY REAL ESTATE From the most desirable places in the world

Alexanders’ Collection Luxury Home

Official partners Bang & Olufsen Marbella www.beolink.com

Associated partners Casasola Muebles www.mueblescasasola.com

Associated partners Ambience by Andrea Böck www.ambiencehomedesign.com

Associated partners Alexanders’ Collection www.ac-spain.es

International

PROPERTY NEWS

A beautifully crafted residential tower of style and quality With over 190 apartments sold within four months of launch, Canaletto has just recently released a new collection of three bedroom apartments.

The one- and two-bedroom apartments at Canaletto, all with outdoor space, have been meticulously designed and crafted with special emphasis on individual comfort using only the highest-quality materials. An exceptional range of residents’ facilities and amenities include a committed and efficient concierge team as well as superior level of facilities including stylish restaurant, private screening room, fabulous swimming pool and gymnasium and stunning 24th floor private Club Canaletto with sky terrace.

Located on the 24th – 28th floor the interiors are modern sanctuaries, optimising space and the spectacular panoramic views through floor-toceiling glazed facades. Balconies and terraces are a compelling feature of the building and form an integral element of the lifestyle.

Prices start from: £2,000,000 / $ 3,228,430 / e2,555,305 For more information, please visit: www.canalettolondon.com 304

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

Perched in the UNESCO protected vineyards, dominating Lake Geneva and the French Alps, these residences offer the ultimate in luxury living.

Through careful restoration and renovation, the hotel dating from 1906 is being converted into 24 grandiose new apartments from 200 to 700 sq meters, with smaller service units available on site for future discerning owners.

Managed by the internationally renowned 5-star Kempinski hotel group, with a 626sqm wellness and fitness centre (including a Givenchy private treatment room) this new residential development will offer international standards of living in the charming environment of the town of Chardonne.

Luxury apartments with views over Lake Geneva

Offering the best in terms of integrated technology throughout the home, 5* services and the ultimate private and secure setting, Du Parc combines all the indispensable lifestyle aspects for the most demanding of home owners.

Prices upon application For more information visit: www.knightfrank.com

Bahamian Rivera

Scheduled to open in spring 2015, and set upon 3,000 feet of white-sand beach just 12 minutes from Nassau’s newly expanded Lynden Pindling International Airport.

The resort will feature an elite collection of hotel brands with 284 private residences, gaming, entertainment, shopping and natural attractions that reflect an authentic Bahamian experience. The Baha Mar Casino & Hotel is the centrepiece of the resort, and includes a 100,000-square-

foot Las Vegas-style casino – the largest in the Caribbean region. A 700-room Grand Hyatt, a 300-room Mondrian, and the 200-room Rosewood Hotels & ResortsŽ complete the extraordinary accommodations at Baha Mar. Amenities will include the 18-hole, 72-par championship Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course at Baha Mar, 200,000 square feet of combined state-of-the-art convention facilities including a 2,000-seat performing

arts center and an art gallery with the largest curated collection of Bahamian art; more than 30 restaurants, nightclubs and bars; two spas, including the 30,000-squarefoot destination ESPA at Baha Mar; designer retail boutiques, a beachfront sanctuary with native Bahamian flora and fauna,14 distinctive pool experiences and a private island.

Prices TBA . For more information, please visit www.bahamar.com

The Laguna Beach Resort brand is going from strength-to-strength with the release of Laguna Beach Resort 3 The Maldives, Jomtien’s grandest resort development to date. Scheduled for completion June 2015, A seven-building resort development of over 25,000 sqm, Laguna Beach Resort 3 – The Maldives brings a new resort experience to Pattaya real estate on an unprecedented scale.

The resort features an enormous 15,000 sqm of recreational area with a 5,700 sqm Maldives-themed lagoon pool running through the entire development.

This comprises 3 different pool areas, featuring numerous landscaped islands, boardwalks, Gazebo-relaxation modular studio and 1 bedroom apartments, is set on the outside of the resort, allowing for distances of 120m between buildings.

Interior units will feature stunning lagoon pool & tropical landscape views. Exterior apartments, starting from just 0.849m THB, overlook the verdant Jomtien parkland, also with Pattaya city & Jomtien bay views on higher floors.

Additional amenities include a child`s Go-Kart track, tree-houses and tree-top pavilions as well as a putting green all unprecedented features in Pattaya real estate, exclusive to the Laguna Beach Resort brand.

Laguna Beach Resort, The Maldives Condo in Pattaya, Thailand

Shops, bars & a restaurant will be on offer in the in-house commercial area, with underground parking provided for resident’s convenience. Luxurious open-air lobby areas, multiple fully-equipped gymnasium suites, and a relaxing massage and spa service will provide a uniquely welcoming experience at Laguna Beach Resort 3 – The Maldives.

Prices start from: 849,000 THB furnished (Limited availability at this price) / £16,223/ $26,180 / e20,715

For more information, please visit: www.maldives.pattaya-laguna.com

The Manhattan skyline just got better The Charles, New York City is a distinctive property comprising a limited collection of full-floor private residences.

Set apart by its refined scale, exceptional design, and gracious layouts, The Charles integrates traditional elegance with features essential to a contemporary lifestyle.

Due for completion at the end of 2014, this 32 storey residential complex is a unique collaboration between interior designer David Collins & Ismael Leyva Architects.

Exclusive Residences

The refined building showcases full floor residences that range up to 4 bedrooms.

Prices start from: Prices start from: £4,859,335£6,124,990 / $7,840,000-$9,882,000 / e6,186,015-e7,803,747 (excluding penthouses) For more information, please visit: www.charlesnyc.com

Less than an hour’s drive from Lisbon within the Sado Esturay nature reserve and the Troia Dunes reserve is this unique residential project. Spanning more than 247 verdant acres, the exclusive Pestana Troia Eco-Resort and Residences will comprise of 82 stunning homes, plus a 150 apartment hotel. Private lots for luxuries villas also available from 2,150 sq ft to 3,225 sq ft With clear water and natural parks on all sides this development has been designed to blend with nature.

Prices start from: £626,185 / $1,013,2245 / e800,000 For more information visit: www.portadafrente.com

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

307

Perfect Homes goes around the world

308

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

Mount Blanc

Alpine Ski Property As summer fades to autumn and attention inevitably turns from basking on sun drenched beaches to the thrill and excitement of the slopes, we look to see are ski properties a good investment?

310

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

A

recent report released

by Savills shows that ski properties have increasingly in demand amongst wealthy investors with both viewings and transactions up by 200% in January and February of this year compared to that of 2013.

Here we take a look at some of the Prime Ski Resorts:

Switzerland Switzerland’s position outside the EU cements is appeal as a safe haven for wealth and as such resorts carry a price premium. In the case of Verbier, values can reach €22,400 per sqm or 80% more than the average. It’s therefore no surprise that five Swiss resorts, Gstaad, St Moritz, Zermatt, Verbier and Crans Montana, appear in the Savills Top 10 Ultra-Prime Resorts Index.

Gstaad

The family friendly resort of Saas Fee stands out as offering a long season with good quality snow but with comparatively lower priced property at averages of between €4,000 and €8,000 per sqm.

Jeremy Rollason, comments, “Verbier and The Four Valleys remains ever popular and is the destination of choice for many international buyers.

Supply restrictions with the new Lex Weber law (limiting the number of second homes to no more than 20% of the total) will begin to bite in the next one to two years, once existing supply is absorbed.

Upwards price pressure in the leading Swiss resorts is inevitable, although there are still deals in the resale market for those that shop around.“

St. Moritz

Zermatt PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

311

Austria Austria’s comparative affordability, dual seasonality, diverse culture and attractive rental returns make it the country of choice for those chasing bang for their buck.

Indeed, rental returns of ski property in Austria are roughly double those of either France or Switzerland, at circa 5%-7% gross.

Kitzbuhel is the only Austrian resort included in the Savills Top 10 Ultra Prime Resorts Index where prices range from €8,000 per sqm to €15,000 per sqm. For buyers seeking value, Bad Gastein and Zell am See offer lower priced property and average ski conditions, although the latter boasts a particularly strong summer season. The resort of Ischgl, the Ibiza of the alps, is highlighted as one to watch.

Prices here are under €4,000 per sqm.

Ischgl

Bad Gastein 312

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

Courchevel

France Stability is beginning to return to the French alpine market and there are still good opportunities for buyers.

At the top end of the market, Courchevel 1850 continues to dominate. Prices here can reach €34,200 per sqm. However buyers looking for value should consider St Gervais which is seen as an affordable alternative to better known Megeve, with property values under €4,000 per sqm.

Meribel

All eyes will be on Meribel next year as it takes the global stage and plays host to the World Ski Cup finals. Prices here range from €8,000 per sqm to €19,000 per sqm and there is room for growth as its profile increases.

France Saint Tropez

Agent: Savills International Residential Property, London - www.savills.com - +44 020 7578 90000 â‚Ź9,950,000 Located in a quiet and residential area, close to Pampelonne beaches, charming property overlooking greenery hills and offering a Provencal atmosphere.

Set in a peaceful and beautiful ground of approx. 3,5 hectares, fully private with wonderful trees and mature plants. The main house benefiting from extensive sunny terraces offering a really nice view

over the garden and a dramatic pool area with a pool-house. Dependences provide further accommodations, ideal for family members’ as well as for staff. Tennis court and Helipad.

Main House: Entrance hall leads to the reception room with fireplace,Dining room, Fitted kitchen, Master bedroom with ensuite bathroom with dressing room and

a private terrace. 3 further bedrooms, 2 with en-suite bathrooms, and 1 with ensuite shower-room. 2 further bedrooms, 1 with en-suite shower-room, and 1 with en-suite bathroom. Also a 1 bedroom flat with a living room, kitchen, 1 bedroom and shower-room, Studio with living area, kitchen, and shower-room.

Greece Crete

Agent: Savills International Residential Property, London - www.savills.com - +44 020 7578 9000 The villa is built on a plot of 4.300 sqm that has a building license for a second detached two (2) storey villa with a separate swimming pool and total living space area of 130 sqm.

The ground floor comprises an open plan living room with a full equipped kitchen, a sitting area with a fireplace, a dining area and a guest’s toilet. The top floor features

a master bedroom with en suite bathroom, two (2) double bedrooms and a bathroom.

The rooms open to balconies that share lovely sea views.

The villa is designed with the environment, comfort and safety in mind. Top quality materials, fixtures and fittings have been used thoroughly; windows and doors with double glazing and the right size

â‚Ź1,800,000

contribute even further to the good insulation and make the interior airy and sunny. The exterior of the house is landscaped with large terraces with plants and small trees, lawns, a lovely flower garden, the swimming pool (35 sqm) with a sun terrace, a covered with pergola dining area, a stone built BBQ and oven and pergola covered parking spaces.

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

315

Malta

Marsascala

Agent: Perry Estate Agents, Malta - www.perry.com.mt - +356 21 31 0800 â‚Ź2,500,000 Set in rural countryside away from it all yet with easy access we have on offer this recently restored FARMHOUSE set on 1,900 square meters of total privacy, tranquillity and enjoying panoramic open views. This thoroughly lovely property is surrounded by landscaped gardens, large swimming pool and a stable with paddock.

316

Entering through the welcoming entrance hall, one discovers bright and comfortable accommodation consisting of a large sitting room, dining room, study, fully fitted kitchen / breakfast and cloakroom.

Upstairs one finds the sleeping quarters comprising 3 bedrooms (master with walk-in wardrobe and ensuite) and a

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

sunny terrace. Further complimenting this property are the guest quarters having a bedroom with ensuite bathroom and a car port plus ample parking facilities.

Definitely worth viewing if one is looking for a truly exceptional residence.

Turkey Foca

Agent: Leggett Immobilier, Turkey - www.leggett-turkey.com + 0090 252 385 34 85 ÂŁ2,390,240 A little bit of Tuscany in Turkey.This beautiful stone villa sits on top of a hill with commanding views across the countryside and the sea. The property is surrounded by mature landscaped gardens with plenty of shady spots and idyllic pool area.

Inside on the ground floor is a large sitting/dining room with exposed stone

walls, wooden floors and ceiling beams, fireplace and traditional wood burner.

Through a stone arch the fully fitted kitchen. The entrance lobby has a marble staircase leading to two upper floors. The first floor leads to three bedrooms, two en-suites, all with sea views, balconies and wooden floors. There is also another bathroom and dressing room. The second

floor has a large lounge with wooden flooring and exposed roof timbers, there is another room leading to a roof terrace with magnificent views over the bay.

The large cellar is fully lined with marble and has a separate utility area. Close to the house and pool is an artist workshop/ studio and tennis court; further away in the grounds is another stone guest house 100m2, again with magnificent views, balcony terrace. There is also a separate cottage for a caretaker 80m2.

The house stands on a plot of 49,000m2 amidst 1000 olive trees and has many varied fruit trees around it. The approach to the house is along a gated private drive leading to a tree lined entrance with covered parking.

Own a Home on Eden Island and explore the Seychelles forever...

S

eychelles offers some of the richest fishing and diving destinations in the world. Whether it is casting your fly lines on the magnificent shallow flats, deep sea fishing in the archipelago for an abundance of wahoo, sailfish, marlin or tuna, island hopping in safe, cyclone-free waters, or simply snorkelling amongst the coral this is a paradise that few get to experience.

The island comprises a wide range of luxury apartments, Maisons and Villas, each home with its own private mooring.

The 115 islands are scattered across millions of square kilometres of water, offering sailor, divers, fishermen or simply paradise seekers a wide variety of seemingly uncharted locations to explore.

Ownership is secured on freehold title.

In the heart of this paradise lies Eden Island, a private marina just off the coast of Mahé.

Eden island hosts an international marina and Eden Plaza with its variety of shops and restaurants to suit everyone’s needs.

Owners and their families are entitled to apply for residency of Seychelles.

Eden island can be the start to the adventure you’ve always dreamed of, so take this opportunity to make your home shores one of the most exotic locations on earth.

An island Marina of Paradise....

in

the

heart

EXCLUSIVELY MARKETED

by PAM GOLDING INTERNATIONAL headoffice@pamgolding.co.za T. + 0027 217 101700 United Kingdom: Brian Gradner: + 44 (0)77 3864 0220 Seychelles: Christopher Nel: + 248 252 7575 Sandra Colas: + 248 252 7715

For more information on Eden Island’s representation worldwide visit:

www.edenisland.sc

USA Hawaii

Agent: Abercrombie & Kent International Estates - www.surterreproperties.com +44 0 1242 547700 $2,700,000 24hr security Concierge Kid’s group Outdoor pool Spa & wellness facilities Watersports Private garden Covered parking

320

Hale Pu’uhonua has a built area of approximately 372m2 (4,000 sq ft) over one level with 4 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms.

A beautifully equipped epicurean kitchen, a private heated infinity-edge pool, two outdoor showers, an outdoor grill and dining area and a fully equipped theatre

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

room. Upscale island decor, including thatched ceilings and mahogany trim throughout, sets the mood for relaxing and enjoyable stays in one of the Big Island’s sunniest and most beautiful areas.

USA

New York City

Agent : The Bouklis Group, NY - www.bouklisgroup.com - +1 (212) 402 7855 $2,000,000 Once in a lifetime opportunity to own a corner unit Penthouse with two private terraces steps from Bloomingdales! This one-of-a-kind home offers nearly 1400sqft of interior living space plus a 50sqft deeded storage unit directly outside the apartment. In addition, this home boasts approximately 500sqft of private outdoor space - a true rarity anywhere in

Manhattan! Both spacious terraces, one which wraps around the living room and the other which is accessible from the master bedroom, have been meticulously maintained and feature brand new flooring throughout. In addition, this remarkable 21st floor residence features a brand new Bosch stainless steel kitchen, new hardwood floors, and two full bathrooms

- one which includes a jacuzzi tub and the other which offers sauna capabilities.

Additionally, this top floor penthouse experiences impeccable light with eastern, western and southern exposure.

Views of the Queensboro Bridge, the Chrysler Building, the Bloomberg Building and open unchanging views of Manhattan in three directions are sure to impress!

Barbados St. James

Agent: Poole Bay Estates

www.poolebayestates.com

+44 (0) 1202 709090 $1,295,000

This luxury villa has been exquisitely furnished and is immaculate. Royal Westmoreland is a World class gated Golf Community with its own golf club, restaurants and bars, beach club, swimming pools and an amazing gym and even its own little barbados rum bar!

an adjacent 1 bedroom self-contained cottage pvillerfect for friends and family wishing to holiday together who require their own privacy and space. The self contained cottage is elegantly finished and even includes a small fridge and tea/coffee facilities.

The property consists of 3 bedrooms with 2 bedrooms in the main villa and

As you enter the property you are surrounded by a beautifully landscaped

courtyard with your own private spa plunge pool and al fresco seating perfect for an aperitif or a star lit soak after a hard day on the golf course.

The main villa includes 2 en suite bedrooms with large en suites bathrooms and the bedrooms have been extended for extra space. They are located on the lower level of the villa.

Indonesia Bali

Agent : Bali Cool Property www.balicoolproperty.com +62 361 895 3633 ÂŁ526,000 This stunning villa sits on FREEHOLD Land 680 square metres in a very popular expat enclave which is close to Semiyak and all the fine dining restaurants and boutique shopping which has made the area so popular.

Building size is 500m2 approx - Two Storey - 4 Bedrooms - 4.5 Bathrooms.

Large Bale by the pool creating a fantastic outdoor seating/dining area. 4m x 10m Swimming Pool.

Well equipped western styled kitchen which leads to the dining and lounge areas which give a great feeling of spaciousness.

Other

rooms:

Office

with

full

connection and Telephone Land lines.

Satellite TV installed and villa is fully furnished just bring your suitcase and don’t forget your toothbrush!

Double Garage and Staff Accommodation are good extras to make this villa even more stand out from others.

WIFI

PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

323

Morocco Marrakech

Agent: Aylesford International, London - www.aylesford.com - +44 (0)20 7349 5100 £1,450,000 Villa Doria Constructed Area: 456 sqm Plot Area: 2582 sqm 1st line Golf

Al Maaden Golf Resort, spread over almost 480 acres you could never imagine you were only 20 minutes from the bustling city of Marrakech.

4 bedrooms 4 Bathrooms Guest bathroom, Office space, Living room with a fireplace, Moroccan living room ,Hammam, Dining room, Kitchen, Dressing room, Swimming Pool, Staff Room

Al Maaden’s villas are designed to offer character whilst with space and volume integrate the best of Moroccan traditional architecture and today’s expectations for

324

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

modern and forward thinking appliances and finish.

PROJECT AMENITIES & SERVICES : 18 holes golf course designed by par Kyle Philips, 5* Park Hyatt Hotel, Tennis Academy, Club House, Restaurants, Kids Club, Spa, and other services on request: Babysitter, House Keeping, cook

Andorra La Massana

Agent: Immobiliaria Roc Propietats - www.rocpropietats.com - +376 835 346 â‚Ź1,390,000 Character Garage Garden Heating Spacious Uninterrupted beautiful views over looking the valley of La Massana, This chalet built over four floors levels with a total 4 double

bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, with extra wide windows giving the maximun of natural light with large terrace and garden with garage space for 3/4 cars.

Constructed area: 472m2.

GRENADA

CARRIACOU

PETITE SAINT VINCENT

PALM ISLAND

UNION

C O L L E C T I O N

A Caribbean Classic on St. Lucia St. Lucia offers idyllic saling and diving with gorgeous coral sand beaches of the Grenadines just a sail away.

We highlight the wonderful free-flowing terraces and lofty interiors.

This property is perched on the top of the exclusive Cap Estate with great golf and ocean views.

60 foot infinity pool 8000 sqft classic luxury 2.7 Acres 360ยบ views

Email: thegrenadines@mac.com Tel: 0 8 0 0 0 4 8 4 8 1 4

www.thegrenadinescollection.com 326

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

TOBAGO CAYS

MAYREAU CANQUAN

BEQUIA SAINT VINCENT MUSTIQUE

www.thegrenadinescollection.com PERFECT HOMES INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE

327

PERFECT

Homes

I N T E R N AT I O N A L ADD

TEL

WEB

DIRECTORY

ARCHITECTS CAPE REED EUROPE T. +34951 775 495 europe@capereed.com www.capereed.com COSTENOBLE ARCHITECTS Urb. Altos de Los Monteros C/Jara 19 -3 Marbella +34 951 271 130 www.costenoble.eu CALUDIO MODOLA www.claudiomodola.com MANSION BUILDING Urb. Altos de Los Monteros C/Jara 19 -3 Marbella +34 951 271 130 www.mansionbuilding.es

GENERAL MARBELLA CLUB HOTEL Blv. Pr. Alfonso von Hohenlohe Golden Mile, Marbella T. +34 952 822 211 www.marbellaclub.com

ART HOUSES OF ART GALLERY Marbella Club Hotel Blv. Pr. Alfonso von Hohenlohe,Marbella T. +34 952 857 196 www.housesofartmarbella.com

HOME ENTERTAINMENT

GUNNI & TRENTINO Blv. Pr. Alfonso von Hohenlohe 0, Marbella T. +34 951 968 744 wwwgunnitrentino.es CASASOLA Ctra. Cádiz- Málaga Km 184.5, Marbella T. +34 952 772 758, 952 772 762 www.mueblescasasola.com DAIRIN DECORACION Ctra. de Ronda, Pologono La Quinta Nº 11A, San Pedro de Alcántara T. +34 952 781 827 www.dairindecoracion.com

HOTEL CORTESIN Ctra. de Casares Km. 2 Casares T. +34 952 937 800 www.fincacortesin.com

BANG & OLUFSEN MARBELLA PUERTA BANUS (Main Entrance) T. +34 952 817 250 puertobanus.marbella@beostores.com

CASINO MARBELLA Hotel H10 Andalucia Plaza s/n Marbella T. +34 952 814 000 www.casinomarbella.com

INTERIORS

ROCHE BOBOIS Ctra. Cádiz 185, Marbella T.+34 952 777 858 www.roche-bobois.com

ALEXANDER’S COLLECTION Ctra. N. 340 Km. 176 Edif Oasis Bussiness Center Local 1, Marbella T. +34 952 823 440 www.ac-spain.es

UDESIGN Pol. Ind. La Quinta Ctra. de Ronda, km 168.5 San Pedro de Alcántara T. +34 952 794 117 www.udesign.es

LINEA DIRECTA T. + 34 902 123 161 www.lineadirecta.com 328

THE ESSENTIAL COSTA DEL SOL WEBSITE - www.simplymedia-group.com

AXO LIGHT SRL T. +39 041 5845193 www.axolight.it

KITCHENS & BATH SAFER SIEMATIC Urb. Marbella Mar Local Nº 5, Marbella T. +34 952 826 818-95 282 73 20 www.safersiematic.com

VILLEROY & BOCH www.villeroy-boch.com ORIGINALS INTERIORS Urb. La Alcazaba, Puerto Banús T. +34 952 863 230 www.originalsinteriors.com

FERNANDO MORENO Ctra. de Ronda, km. 47, Urb. Las Medranas, s/n 29670 San Pedro Alcántara, Malrbella T. + 34 952 780 006 www.fernadomoreno.es CHRISTOPHER GUY www.christopherguy.com AMBIENCE HOME DESIGN Ctra Ronda La Cancela de la Quinta Edif: 3 Local 3.2B 29670 San Pedro de Alcantara T. +34 952 788 691 www.ambiencehomesdesign.com

DELIGHTFUL LAMPS www.delightfull.es PORCELANOSA www.porcelanosa.com MAXALTO Spain and Portugal T. +34 902 125 555 www.maxalto.it TRUMP HOME www.dorya.us/trumphome MINOTTI www.minotti.com

BOCA DO LOBO www.bocodolobo.com LORD DESIGNS Local 8 Centro Comercial Centro Plaza |Puerto Banus +34 630 781 961 www.lorddesigns.com

SUNSEARCH HOMES Centro Commercial Guadalmina 4 Local 109, Urb. Guadalmina Alta 29678 San Pedro de Alcantara www.sunsearchhomes.com

LOTUS PROPERTIES MARBELLA Blvd. Príncipe Alfonso de Hohenlohe, C.C. La Poveda, Local 1 Marbella T.+34 951 91 42 00 www.lotusmarbella.com EDEN ISLAND T. + 44 (0)77 3864 0220 www.edenisland.sc

REAL ESTATE KNIGHT FRANK T. +44 207 861 1097 www.knightfrank.com INTERNATIONAL MARBELLA C/ Califa 354, Local 1, Nueva Andalucia T. +34 951 319 914 www.internationalmarbella.com LA ZAGALETA BENAHAVÍS Ctra. de Ronda Km. 38,5, Benahavís T. +34 952 855 450 www.lazagaleta.com SOTHEBY’S www.sothebysreaalty.co.uk VANTAGE PROPERTY Urb. Fuente Aloha Lcal 5 Avda. del Prado, Marbella T. +34 952 908 415 www.vpmarbella.com

THE GRENADINES COLLECTION Tel: +0800 0484814 www.thegrenadinescollection.com CHESTERTONS AFFINITY Vasari Commercial , 3 Urb. Alzambra Puerto Banus T. +34 952 812 897 www.affinityspain.com LUSCOMBE MAYE www.luscombemaye.com MARCHAND PETIT www.marchandpetit.co.uk STRUTT & PARKER www.struttand parker.com FINE & COUNTRY Marbella Club Hotel Blv. Pr. Alfonso von Hohenlohe, Marbella T. +34 952 764 018 www.fineandcountry.es

ENGEL & VOLKERS www.engelvoelkers.com MANSION GROUP Urb. Altos de Los Monteros C/Jara 19 -3 Marbella T. +34 951 271 130 www.mansiongroup.es GLOBAL LUXURIOUS PROPERTIES Altea Hills Estate, Calle Suecia L23 03599 Altea Hills, Alicante T. +31-(0)15-2630195 www.globalluxuriousproperties.com HAMPTONS INTERNATIONAL T. +44 020 7265 6595 clientservices@hampton-int.com www.hamptons.co.uk

SAVILLS INTERNATIONAL T. +44 020 7016 3744 www.savills.com

POOLS & GARDENS AQUA POOL & SPAS Pol. Ind. San Pedro, Marbella T. +34 952 927 811 www.aquapool.es

DIRECTORY

BOCONCEPT MÁLAGA Ctra. de Mijas, km 3,5, 29650 Mijas T. +34 951 242 092 www.boconcept.es

HAWES & CO T. +44 20 8946 1000 www.hawesandco.co.uk

THE ABAMA RESIDENCES T. +34 922 126 011 www.abamaluxuryresidences.com

EMPORIO BEDS Ctra. de Ronda, Pologono de San Pedro Calle Eslovaqioa 30, Nave 15 San Pedro de Alcántara T. +34 952 787 916 www.empriobeds.com BLACKSHAW INTERIOR DESIGN Nave 7 Pol. Nuevo, La Campana, Nueva Andalucia T. +34 952 818 038 www.blackshawinteriordesign.com

LILLICRAP CHILCOTT T. + 44 01872 273473 www.waterfrontandcountryhomes.com

Bang & Olufsen. Puerto banus. Main entrance. Phone:+34 952 81 72 50 puertobanus.marbella@beoestores.com

Puerto Banus

FLOOR TILES: SAMOA ANTRACITA 43,5x65,9cm.

CERAMICS · NATURAL STONE · WOOD PARQUET · TERRACOTTA · MOSAICS · KITCHENS · BEDROOM FURNITURE HYDROMASSAGE · BRASSWARE · SANITARYWARE · TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS

WWW.PORCELANOSA.CO.UK

// 0800 915 4000