As we move into a new year with anticipation for the opportunities and challenges ahead, I think of these sentiments, once attributed to Seneca: “Every new beginning comes from another beginning’s end.” The year 2023 signifies the official closing of a wild, unexpected chapter in real estate history

Abraham Lincoln famously spent his early years in a one-room log cabin in Hardin County, Kentucky, moving with his family to another in southern Indiana several years later.But despite their association with the 16th president of the United States — ever heard of the game Lincoln Logs? — the earlies

Tantalus Studio returns an Albert Frey designed home back to its original gloryPhotos by Mariko Reed“At Tantalus Studio we believe that interior design should be life-enhancing, inspiring and artful,” says founder and principal designer Ginger Lunt. “Warmth, natural materials and clean lines are und

A study in symmetry and grace, this stunning Gables Estates residence blends formal elegance with exceptional comfort. Every detail of the 12,102 square foot waterfront estate is designed and crafted with exquisite care, from the Dutch- and Island-influenced exterior to the grand-scale rooms and the

Vincenzo Poerio is undoubtedly one of the main protagonists of the Italian nautical industry. Formerly, Tankoa shipyard’s CEO – specialized in the construction of mega yachts – he has launched some of the most iconic jewels of the sea that currently sail on every ocean in the world. But above all, h

Thanks to ingenuity and teamwork, a rough-hewn space now lives up to its full potentialThe living room is appointed with a Timothy Oulton modular sectional, &Tradition chair and photo entitled Shanghai Fashion Week by Bess Friday—all illuminated by Steven Handelman Studios sconces and a Ramsey Conde

Jae Omar Reveals His Spiritual Side In Pacific PalisadesPhotos by Tyler HoganOverlooking the ocean from a bluff in Pacific Palisades, this recently-completed residence by celebrity architectural and interior designer Jae Omar celebrates Atabei, the traditional, ancestral water goddess of the Caribbe

Located close to Harvard Square and the Charles River, this handsome Georgian Revival residence has been gorgeously updated for a lifestyle of exceptional comfort andelegant entertaining. Complete with a literary pedigree, the historic-district property combines luminous, open interiors with expansi

Katrina Caso curates an inspiring Malibu dwelling for a talented songbirdInspired by a French fireplace, Caso designed a stereo record cabinet that integrates all of the audio components. A touch-latch front panel opens to reveal the albums currently on rotation. Photos by Michael Scott Slosar.When

Melissa Warner Rothblum of Massuco Warner design firm takes us inside her delightful Hancock Park homeIn the living room, the tufted bench is covered in fabric from Romo and the adjacent armchair is wrapped in fabric by Elworthy Studio. Photos by Karyn Millet.Many designers say their homes are never

Dee Murphy proves her colorful approach to design will make a lasting impressionTimorous Beasties’ Seaweed Column Superwide wallpaper in the dining room drove the design of the entire home. Vintage chairs discovered at Pop Up Home surround Lulu & Georgia’s Mela dining table. Giopato & Coombes Bolle

European in traditional grandeur and French in influence and style, this magnificent single-level estate provides the ideal setting for luxurious living and impressive indoor-outdoor entertaining. Set on a generous corner lot in the heart of Newport’s Big Canyon, the gated residence is exquisitely d

The year 2022 delivered a few twists and turns for real estate, but it also brought us some of the most eye-catching estate properties to date. First, there was the $150 million trophy compound on Miami Beach’s prestigious, guard-gated La Gorce Island. On the other side of the coast, the historic Fa

Don’t we all have at least one person in our life who’s nearly impossible to shop for? You know the ones. They own everything they could possibly need or want. Their tastes are so specific that it’s impossible to pick out something they’ll love. If you’re still stumped and stressing over your gift-g

If the past three years have shown us anything, it’s that resilience and innovation are the keys to staying ahead in this fast-changing luxury real estate world. Whether it’s surviving a pandemic, working through an unprecedented homebuying boom, or staying nimble in a transitioning market, the Cold

2022 may go down as one of the most confounding years for real estate. Yet the caliber of luxury properties coming onto the market has not waned. From a stunning Malibu modern masterpiece to a timeless Florida compound right on the ocean, these recently listed $10 million+ properties marketed throug

Ryan Saghian makes his mark inside a Beverlywood homeThe living room features a rug from Amber Lewis x Loloi alongside a coffee table from Stahl & Band and Faye Toogood’s Roly Poly chair. The art above the fireplace was created by Katrien van der Schueren of Voila Creative Studio. Photos by Anthony

Exquisite design and majestic details create a setting of exceptional luxury for lavish entertaining and exceedingly comfortable living. With classical elegance, contemporary amenities, and a rare sophistication, the residence is planned around grand spaces for large gatherings, with bedrooms locate

Studio Gutow’s collected, cool style helps a Laguna Beach family feel right at homeThe division between the two structures, covered over and clad in walnut courtesy of Dan Luna Exceptional Woodworking, became the new home’s entryway. A rug from Lawrence of La Brea, a Windsor chair discovered at Sumn

When Pantone introduced the 2022 Color of the Year, they noted how the periwinkle Veri Peri “blended the faithfulness and constancy of blue with the energy and excitement of red.” In what seems like a worthy evolution, Pantone has stripped out the blue, embracing the vibrancy of red this year. Intro