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Design, Food, International Properties, Lifestyle, Luxury Homes Marco Chiappetta Design, Food, International Properties, Lifestyle, Luxury Homes Marco Chiappetta

5 Homes Inspired by Your Favorite Glass of Summer Wine

For the wine connoisseur, enjoying a glass is about more than just relaxation: it’s about transporting oneself to far away terroirs through taste, being moved by tradition and innovation, and, sometimes, finding inspiration in the way the light hits the wine. The vineyard doesn’t have to be the only place where the wine lends inspiration, either.

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Inside an Impeccable New Home in Beverly Hills

L.A.-based master architect William Hefner is known for his proficiency in both traditional and modernist styles and for his devotion to translating classic details for sophisticated contemporary living. His versatility and dedication are easily apparent in this new Beverly Hills home, where sleek, refined modern style is inflected with time-honored flair. Stately columns and wrought iron, arched windows, shutters, hardwood floors, and a grand sweeping staircase are among the elegant elements that bring touches of tradition to a residence that is decidedly au courant and state of the art. Chicly contrasting surfaces of black and white create a pleasingly minimalist air, yet the home feels far from spartan. Nearly every space boasts artful fixtures—from dramatic lighting to eye-catching hardware and faucets—and walls of glass afford dazzling, dynamic views.

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Inside Susan Sarandon’s Dramatic Chelsea Loft

For the home of a beloved thespian to provide space for performing and dancing seems only fitting, and this airy contemporary loft—Academy Award winner Susan Sarandon’s six-bedroom oasis—does just that. Occupying two floors of an exclusive co-op in Chelsea, the residence is anchored by a vast open living area with a mirrored wall and steps that can serve as impromptu seating—all perfectly suited for productions by performers of any age or stripe.

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Market Watch | August 2020

Toronto Regional Real Estate Board President Lisa Patel announces that Greater Toronto Area REALTORS® reported 11,081 sales through TRREB’s MLS® System in July 2020 – a 29.5 per cent increase over July 2019 and a new record for the month of July. On a preliminary seasonally adjusted basis, sales were up by 49.5 per cent compared to June 2020.

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6 Homes Near Notable Hikes

For the avid hiker, there are some trails that must be experienced firsthand. While travel may not be possible at the moment, experiencing the outdoors on a more local scale has never been more appealing. From leisurely, grassy paths to mountainous terrain to desert canyons, there are enchanting and challenging hikes to be found the world over. We’ve sourced six homes that all have one thing in common: their proximity to some of the world’s most notable hikes.

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Horse and Rider | 5 Equestrian Properties With Notable Stables

There are those who prefer trend-setting residences in cosmopolitan centers—and then there are those who seek out properties with sprawling fields, breathtaking vistas, and plenty of room to roam. For horse enthusiasts, the latter list describes the perfect home. These five North American properties fill all the requirements for an idyllic equestrian lifestyle for both horse and rider.

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Market Watch | July 2020

Toronto Regional Real Estate Board President Lisa Patel announced that Greater Toronto Area REALTORS® reported 8,701 sales through TRREB’s MLS® System in June 2020. This result represented a very substantial increase over the May 2020 sales result, both on an actual (+89 per cent) and seasonally adjusted basis (+84 per cent), and was only down by 1.4 per cent compared to June 2019.

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Inside a Hillside Oasis in Northeast L.A.

“The site is everything,” says David Godshall, principal of the noted landscape architecture firm Terremoto, which designed the “organic integration” of this three-bedroom modern getaway in northeast Los Angeles. “We like to let things be what they are,” says Godshall, and indeed, the site looks as though almost nothing has been disrupted, and the home seems perfectly at one with its surroundings, as though it has always been here amid these cool, shady grandfather trees and overwhelmingly lush greenery.

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Lounging Poolside: 6 Ideas to Refresh Your Backyard

Summer is in full swing, bringing with it long days, shimmering pools, cocktails, and lazy afternoons with the latest bestsellers. For the innovative homeowner, the pool patio can be so much more than a functional space for dripping on the concrete. From cozy furnishings to vivid foliage, here are some ideas to refresh your backyard and turn your major water feature into a fabulous oasis.

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Say hello to suite 401 at Charlie Condos

Introducing suite 401 at 8 Charlotte Street Toronto | Exceptional bright and spacious suite at great Gulf's renowned Charlie condos. Professionally designed with contemporary finishes and decor throughout. The modern kitchen features gleaming granite countertops, spotless stainless steel appliances and cabinetry designed by Cecconi Simone; Floor-to-ceiling windows throughout. Offering 642 s.f of space

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Inspired by Travel | How to Bring the Colors of the Amalfi Coast Home

Italy’s Amalfi Coast has long been an attractive destination for travelers seeking sun and inspiring landscapes. The 30 miles of coast is a slice of idyllic beauty, where winding roads lead to historical villages, inviting town squares, pebbled bays, and hidden beaches. From Sorrento to Salerno, the palette of the Amalfi Coast is a rainbow to lift any spirits.

Whether it’s the sea-inspired sapphires or the mountainous greys that catch your eye, there’s a way to bring a bit of Italy into your home no matter where in the world you find yourself. Here are the shades we recommend to make the Amalfi Coast feel closer.

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Vitamin Sea | 5 Waterfront Homes

Vitamin Sea | 5 Waterfront Homes - Veritable buoys for modern-day living, these five homes enjoy enviable views and soothing sounds of harbor and ocean waters from West Coast to East.

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Fashionably Bond

As soon as Daniel Craig slipped the vintage jumper over his head and pulled it on, he was beaming. So was costume designer Suttirat Anne Larlarb. She’d spotted it first in history books, then tracked down the real thing—a 1940s-era British commando sweater, with oversize elbow patches, a wide neckline, and a drawstring to pull the neck tight. It seemed perfect for an action sequence in No Time to Die. But Craig would be the ultimate judge.

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3 Artists and the Places that Made Them

Art lovers around the world have long been entranced by the icons Paul Cézanne, Salvadore Dalí, and Jackson Pollock. To fully understand and appreciate these masters, it helps to visit the places that nurtured and continue to display their talents. Each locale is a thrill to visit in its own right; add in these stops and you’ll come away with a newfound artistic education covering some of the art world’s biggest names.

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