CNN — Fashion writer Patrick Mauriès first met Karl Lagerfeld in 1981, after he quoted the fashion designer in a short book he had written about contemporary fashion and culture. Although Lagerfeld had by that time already designed for the luxury houses Chloé and Fendi, he was not the iconic […]
Homes
Washington’s luxury real estate market is a testament to the region’s rich history, breathtaking natural landscapes, and diverse cultural offerings. From the elegant estates nestled in the lush surroundings of Bellevue to the modern waterfront residences in Seattle, Washington State boasts a variety of high-end properties that appeal to the […]
As a Tacoma, Washington, native who grew up spending much of his leisure time outdoors, interior designer Tim Pfeiffer has always had an affinity toward biophilia. A partner at the Seattle-based architecture firm Hoedemaker Pfeiffer, he views it as an aesthetic that’s of the moment yet timeless all at once. […]
By Dominic LutyensFeatures correspondent Dan Glasser Casa Ward in Italy has been designed to resist earth tremors by Carl Fredrik Svenstedt Architecture (Credit: Dan Glasser) From Jaipur to Whistler, eight extraordinary, award-winning houses that are both beautiful and low-energy. “Passive home” design is all about low-energy building made to exploit […]
Bradley Cooper’s homes are what you may expect for a star of his caliber: an NYC penthouse and multiple California pads. His recent rumored purchase, however, is something a bit more unexpected—but more on that later. The Maestro filmmaker is up for several Oscars this year, marking a tremendous benchmark […]
By Dominic LutyensFeatures correspondent Verocotrel’s Stairway to Heaven design was inspired by American mid-century modernism (Photography: Amaury Laparra) British and American quietly luxurious interiors styles have merged over the centuries. What are the elements of this ultra-rich, “old money” look, and what makes it so timeless? The stratospherically rich famously […]
Designed by Baluchon, the Ellèbore tiny house measures 6 meters in length, and is the firm’s latest model. Baluchon is known for its experimentation with tiny homes, and its innovative designs and layouts that try to make tiny homes as spacious as possible without occupying too much space. And with […]
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TV viewers in the 1980s were treated to two visions of Miami architecture: The Art Deco and neon grit in the cop drama Miami Vice and the midcentury-modern ranch situated amid the palm trees in the sunny sitcom The Golden Girls. But when production designer Knut Loewe set out to […]
Be gone fussy decor and all-white interiors. Comfort is the objective for homes in 2024. “They want to be comfortable everywhere,” an interior designer told Sotheby’s of his luxury clients. That could mean adding a minibar to a bedroom or, more attainably, a cozy throw to the couch. Thanks for […]
Jennifer Lopez’s homes are as wide-ranging as the multihyphenate’s many talents. Her portfolio currently encompasses properties located in hot spots like Bel Air, the Hamptons, and Miami. Most recently, she and husband Ben Affleck put down $60.9 million for an impressive contemporary Georgian-style estate in LA’s Beverly Hills Post Office […]
