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5 Homes with Impressive Closets

In locales from Connecticut to California, these homes feature exceptional closets that are perfect for the curated collections of the best-dressed, providing a proper place for practically everything.

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Luxury Outlook 2021

Sotheby’s International Realty is pleased to announce the release of its inaugural 2021 Luxury Outlook report which examines high-end residential markets across the globe in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic. The comprehensive report provides insight into the world’s top primary and secondary markets and the anticipated wealth trends that will drive discretionary investment in the coming months.

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Inside The Pinnacle Of Park Avenue Living

After spending some 16 years with the inimitable Parish-Hadley design firm, David Kleinberg branched out to establish his own company, now recognized internationally for superior architectural renovation and interior design. Kleinberg brought his sense of sophistication and discernment to the custom-curated and carefully rejuvenated interiors of this magnificent residence, soaring 10 floors above Park Avenue in a building designed by one of the city’s preeminent Prewar architects.

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5 Second-Home Locations You May Not Have Considered

There’s much to be discovered on the road less traveled, and the same is true for lesser-known second-home markets. Of course, there are incredible cities and regions that immediately spring to mind when it comes to buying an additional property—their top-rated amenities and bespoke luxury homes speak for themselves. But if you’re seeking more solitude, a fresh perspective, and possibly even more square footage for your dollar, these second-home locales are well worth your consideration.

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Market Watch | January 2021

Despite an unprecedented year due to COVID-19, including necessary public health restrictions and uncertainty surrounding the economy, Greater Toronto Area REALTORS® reported over 95,000 home sales in 2020 – the third-best result on record. The average selling price reached a new record of almost $930,000.

“The Greater Toronto Area housing market followed an unfamiliar path in 2020. Following the steep COVID-induced drop-off in demand during the spring, home sales roared back to record levels throughout the summer and fall. A strong economic rebound in many sectors of the economy, ultra-low borrowing costs and the enhanced use of technology for virtual open houses and showings fuelled and sustained the housing market recovery,” said Lisa Patel, Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB) President.

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Sophisticated And Snug – 6 Home Features To Chase Away The Chill

With the winter months upon us, now is the time to create warm and cozy spaces for relaxing on chilly nights. While there are many tried and true strategies for making winter bright (with a steaming mug of mulled wine at the top of the list), set a foundation with inviting interior design. Whether you’re giving your current rooms a makeover or thinking ahead on inspiration, here are five sophisticated features to help welcome in the cheer.

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The Largest Homes For Sale With Sotheby’s International Realty

Many of the best luxuries in life come in small packages: a perfect bottle of wine, a vintage watch, a bespoke handbag. But occasionally, the old adage that “bigger is better” rings true. When it comes to real estate, larger square footage or acreage means more room for living. From Greece to The Bahamas to Chicago, these five listings shine the biggest and the brightest on an international scale.

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Mood Board: Castles

Turrets. Stone. Majestic halls and ornate fireplaces. It’s hard to ignore the romance and mystery of a castle.


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Inside A Spacious Manor In Houston’s Exclusive Farnham Park

Amid the coveted confines of Piney Point—perhaps the most prestigious of Houston’s renowned Memorial Villages—Farnham Park is widely regarded and revered as one of the city’s most exclusive communities. On a treasured tree-lined street, this magnificent residence, designed by award-winning area architect Robert Dame, boasts an impressive floor plan of some 15,000 square feet, and while its façade hints at inspiration from English manors of old, it is undeniably and stylishly modern, an exceedingly gratifying home that accommodates the finest contemporary living and entertaining with ease.

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7 Tips to Warm Up Your Home in the Winter

Imagine, if you will, the perfect winter home. What does it look like? Is it a classic colonial with a foot of snow on the roof and smoke spiralling from the chimney? Perhaps the interior is crisp and bright, with sunshine streaming through the windows, blankets to warm cold toes, and a hot drink steaming on the stove. With a few thoughtful touches, any home can feel welcoming and warm, despite the chill outside.

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Market Watch | December 2020

The record pace of home sales in the fall continued with 8,766 sales reported in November by Greater Toronto Area REALTORS® through the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board’s (TRREB) MLS® System. This result was up by 24.3 per cent compared to November of last year.

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