Inside a Colorful Encino Oasis
In the foothills of the Santa Monica Mountains, as they roll away toward the urban expanse of Los Angeles, the town of Encino is a peaceful enclave named for the oak trees that are strewn across…
Above Par: 5 Enviable Homes on Golf Courses
A retreat just steps from the fairways is a dream come true for any avid golfer. In locations from Cape Cod to California, these sophisticated golf course homes hit the sweet spot.
Rancho Mirage Oasis
Rancho Mirage, California…
5 Futuristic Homes You Could Own Today
Architects and design enthusiasts alike are continually asking the question: what is the future of home design? What materials will come into vogue, and which layouts will stand the test of time? Will there be a…
Inside a Hillside Haven in Brentwood
At the base of a picturesque wooded hill in the Oakmont area of Brentwood, this peaceful, stylish seven-bedroom home feels as though it has always been here, tucked into the land amid towering trees and greenery….
Design Essentials | Courtyards
Paradise Valley, Arizona | Frank Aazami, Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty
When it comes to architectural panache, few features add gravitas to a home more eloquently than a courtyard. An open-air space surrounded by buildings or walls, courtyards are…
Seamless Style: 5 Homes Designed for Indoor-Outdoor Living
With warm sunshine and fresh air just steps from an array of covered comforts and conveniences, these five homes—from the Hamptons to Malibu—boast indoor-outdoor spaces just right for the long, languid days and nights of summer.
Malibu…
Inside a Parisian-Inspired San Francisco Manor
In keeping with the motifs of its inspiration—the hôtels particuliers of France—this stately manor in Pacific Heights is gracefully positioned “entre cour et jardin”—that is, between a refined entry courtyard and a glorious backyard garden. Its…
The Life Aquatic | 4 More Homes With Architectural Water Features
Water features have the ability to transform an ordinary property into something extraordinary—they become a locus for both drama and history. From idyllic ponds to antique fountains to entrancing infinity pools, an architectural water feature sets…
Making a Splash: 5 Homes with Tranquil Fountains
Whether Old World or modern in inspiration, a fountain brings the serene sounds of water to any home. At each of these five estates—from Florida to California wine country—a fountain becomes an eye-catching element that turns…
Luxury Real Estate Headlines: First Week in May 2021
Highlights from this week’s top news stories on luxury and global real estate, art, collectibles, and home.
Laguna Beach, California | John Cain, Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty
A beautiful beachfront property that was once the home of screen legend…