If you’ve been with us for a while you know that we here just love New York living, the bright open spaces, the contemporary deco, and well, creativity and unique style everywhere.
I feel I do not need to mention the city itself either.

So I was real excited when I found James Huniford’s new Master Piece at Manhattan House. The styles and feel is just what we love in an apartment, earthly tones, sunlight all throughout, huge windows, crazy Art, and state of the art kitchen and bathrooms. All that at Corcoran for 6.1 Million US$ at 3200 square feet.

The Manhattan House itself has all kinds of availabilities left still and I’m always more for a DYI Custom Space, there is nothing like creating your own space and with help of fantastic contractor you may just blow any designer out of the water, after all beauty is in the eye of the observer, and so is style.
Check out the availabilities and right of the developer listings here.
With 106 square meter (1135sqft) 1 Bedrooms starting from just 1.5 Million Dollars.
If you’re still after the finished, fully furnished and equipped ready to move in designer option, get it here.

Pool & Seaview

This majestic property is a beautiful authentic provencal house in Cannes named the “Californie”, fitting as you truly experience paradise in it all year round.

The Villa has already been completely refitted and renovated with top of the line finishes, designer appliances and only the highest quality materials throughout.

The whole property spans a total of 2400 square meters and well that’s not counting the endless panorama views of the sea.

The living area in house is 600 square meters plus the pool house.

The Villa itself features a convenient layout with a main guest bathroom and powder room and more, to the side are the living room the gourmet chefs kitchen, formal dining room, formal study and a large dry storage room.

Up a level are 4 full bedrooms with all en-suite bathrooms, a private gym, and secondary study and childrens living room.
To the back are also the staff and caretaker quarters with private bathrooms.
The house also features an ultra modern security system, temperature and humidity control aircondtiioning, surveillance and outdoor kitchen.

This beautifula nd newly built Villa featuring a modern, contemporary design and style.

Situated on a hillside with amazing sea views to one side, and town views to the other this villa is both peaceful and central.
It’s just a short walk away from St. Tropez famous Place des Lices Market.

It features a large and bright living and dining room which opens up directly via the sliding glass doors to the terrace, landscaped garden and pool.
To the side is the western style chef’s kitchen, with plenty of storage space and modern appliances.

The property features a total of four bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and two half bathrooms, Swimming Pool, Terrace and outdoor kitchen.
It is already equipped with a state of the Art security system, central airconditioning throughout, international sattelite TV
and a sprinkler system.

Attached is a dual Garage.

This Saint Tropez Villa has a living area of 320 square meters and a land deed of about 3000 square meters.

The Nest On Nightingale

LA Designer takes Modern Luxury to New Heights with
A Two-Story Theater and Lounge
at a Multi-Million Home in the Hollywood Hills

A new estate on the famed Bird Streets of the Hollywood Hills has hit the marketplace.
In the last three years, leading Los Angeles and International Designer Angie Thornbury has transformed this property Nightingale Drive into a 700 square meter contemporary home with breathtaking city to ocean views.

One of the homes most standout features are the glass floor panels that allow you to look down into the white bar and sapphire blue wine cellar with two story high ceilings.
An elevator connects the first floor to the lower lobby and bar lounge and from this sparkling mirrored space, one enters the home theater.

The den-like style with upholstered walls offer comfortable lounge seating on the ground floor with more exclusive balcony seating above, making this the ultimate Hollywood house.

Designed as an eco-responsible property, Thornbury incorporated skylights, transom windows and sidelights into every room for natural daylight to naturally flow through the spaces.

The striking aesthetics can be lit up through a remote and through the internet.

Other features are the wine cellar that can hold up to 1,000 bottles, a modern and complete outdoor kitchen with a wood-burning pizza oven, an automated wardrobe conveyer that holds up to 800 articles of clothing and many more. (see the complete list of features).
The powder room lighting and faucets are motion activated and the mirror surprises with a built-in TV screen.

Thornbury was fortunate to be able to design every aspect of the house, including the structure and mechanicals to the furniture and finish, creating a one-of-a-kind view house. Inspired by classic European styling but tapping American technology and resources, Thornbury is proud to have built this house from the ground up. “This is not just a fast cosmetic redo. The spaces were created with purpose and the aesthetics fell into place.”

This wonderful French Riviera Property is located on the west slope of the Cap d’Antibes.
It’s situated in a peaceful natural surrounding, with breathtaking open views over the sea.
Recently renovated and designed by a well known french architect the Cote d’Azure Villa features only top of the line finishes and
modern western interior throughout.

The Ground floor features a spacious gourmet chef’s kitchen on the ground floor, fully equipped with all built in western appliances and custom cabinet spaces as well as storage shelves.

From the Ground Level you’ll also reach the swimming pool and charming private gardens of the property.
The 1st Level Bedrooms open up directly to the pool terrace, two of them feature en-suite bathrooms.

The Villa has an indoor area of roughly 300 square meters, and the lot size is around 2500 square meters.
The Master Suite is in the second level, also featuring an en-suite master bath, it’s own study and closets for him and hers.
For more information please contact Michaël Zingraf Real Estate at www.michaelzingraf.com

This wonderful and charming Mansion is in the pearl of the east, Shanghai’s most popular and exclusive District, the former French Concession.
Conveniently located in the heart of the City, and yet surrounded by trees and charming historic architecture, this former colonial mansion has been restored and upgraded from bottom to top.

The american Landlord gone through exceptional lengths to revive the original art deco charm and historic details in the property.
Some of the most unique and stand out original detail include the hard wood floors, the art deco stone tiles in the front and back yard, the mouldings in the ceiling, the brass window handles, and mosaic patterns in the bathrooms.

Not letting comfort and luxury slip though, italian architect Matteo Toresi (also responsible for the Bund 18 restoration project) has made sure that only top of the line materials were used, and the home is up to the most modern standards.

An excellent job was done hiding the fully imported (from germany) central airconditioning system under the floors and in the ceiling making it almost invisible, the floor heating in the first floor also offers comfortable natural feeling warmth, other features are;
state of the art security system,
built in WiFi and Multimedia System by the IT team of the American Consulate,
remote controlled light system (mood controlled),
a gourmet chefs kitchen with all built in, ultra modern luxury appliances,
central water heater,
built in water softening and filtering system,
and a Wine Celler amongst many more features.

410 square meters.
5 Bedrooms, 2 Living Rooms, 4 Baths, Multimedia Soundproof Movie Room, 2 Balconies, Patio and Cellar.
Get in touch with SHPlace and see more of this unique Shanghai property here.

This amazing 11th century castle is located in the Maresme County on the coast of Barcelona in Spain.
It’s a unique piece of history and has been updated to the most luxurious and modern standards by a famous modernist architect and designer.

Even though the castle is only about 30 minutes drive to downtown Barcelona, it’s still in an amazing tranquil location perfect for diving, yachting, sailing, horseback riding along the coasts, chillaxing on the beach, golfing (international golf course nearby) and many more activities one can imagine in this beautiful environment.

Breathtaking historic details define the castle, like the huge lime stone lion sculptures at the entrance, the carvings and gargoyles along the pillars and ceiling, the marble floors, entrances, mouldings have all been perfectly preserved and restored to their original glory.

The Castle includes a huge collection of 20th century catalonian paintings, and sculptures.

The Castle was completed in the year 1010 according to official records.

The Lot size is 11.12 acres or about 45000 square meters.
The Castles construction area is about 3100 square meters.

Asking 20 Million Euros or about 175 Million Rmb.

This wonderful all natural teak wood style Villa property is located in the popular resort destination Chiangmai, Thailand.
The Villa features a unique northern thai architecture, and they designers have taken given exquisite care to detail to add a unique character to this tropical property.

The House has been designed with lot’s of outdoor spaces throughout to relax and chill out.
It’s unique architecture of teak wood house with applied Lanna art and the detail are awe striking.
Details are plenty, like the beautiful carved kalae which point to the sky and is in tradition a sign of a happy home.

A unique blend, with historic thai architecture, and modern living comfort, such as the luxurious bathrooms, high speed internet, and sattelite tv system, central water filters, built in heating and modern western kitchen.

From the layout the house is designed over two storeys and has 3 spacious, open bedrooms, with  3 Bathrooms (two en-suite).
The open and welcoming entrance is continued by the living room with its ornate ceiling and further to the designated dining room.

The Villas master bedroom features it’s own terrace and a luxurious bathroom with jacuzi and walk in shower as well as a full built in closet.

All bathrooms feature zen gardens to bring you closer to nature, and help you totally shut off and enjoy.
226 square meters. indoor area, plus Garden, pool, and guest house / garage.
Asking 60 Million Thai Baht or about 1.9 Million US$.

Newport Beach is one of the most affluent cities in the united states and Newport Beach is among the wealthiest zip codes in the country.
They also call it the Hamptons of Hollywood as it’s home to quite a number of the rich & famous.
(Newport Beach is Home to Tom Hanks, Rod Stewart, Van Damme, Kobe Bryant, the Reagan Family, Bette Midler, Michelle Pfeifer, Nixon and many more!)

This beautiful home is just two blocks from the beach, on Newport Beach’s super exclusive River Avenue.

The Channel Front property features it’s own private boat dock, complete with patio and sitting area of course.
Completely redone this California property features only top of the line finishes throughout, including a galley style kitchen with fine granite countertops, plenty of custom cabinet space, sub zero fridge, built in quality appliances and hand carved wooden shutters.

The luxurious and spacious bathroom feature stone tile throughout, and all new quality brand fixtures.

The spanish Mediterranean Architecture of the house adds a unique charme and character to the place, with high vaulted ceilings with exposed beams in the lounge area, french doors, a fireplace and wonderful wooden floors.

Another highlight of this charming newport beach home is it’s huge private patio with plenty of space to entertain, relax, barbecue, cocktail and all the other activities you can think of!

1 Bedroom, Lounge,  open study, 1 Bathroom, 2 Patios, and Boat Deck.
Size; The House is about 120 square meter net indoors, and the land plot being around 290 square meters.
Asking 1.8 Million US$.
*/ property was sold!

This state of the Art modern Villa was built by a famous Architect in 1996.
The highly representative Estate is Wannsee district that has always been home to german nobility and is one of the most prestigious zip codes in all of germany.

The Estate is situated directly on the lake, and features a small row boat dock.

The Living area of the villa is a 1060 square meters net (roughly 12000 square feet) which is spread over two floors, over a cross like layout.

Two of the Villa’s most standout features are natural light which finds its way in from all heavens directions and the majestically high ceilings.

All rooms are spacious and open, and you’ll find 6 Bedrooms, a library, Living Room Lounge, Family Room, Activity room, formal dining room, fitness room and 4 full bathrooms.
Up the second floor is another Attic Living and Entertainment room with private Terrace.

The Living Room lounge features an open layout with beautiful fireplace and cheminee in the middle and wonderful views of the Lake.

To the Back are the private pool, with Sauna and Steam Room.

Built with comfort and security in mind, the Villa comes with central heating, full out security system, moving elevator, bullet proof windows and automatic blackout blinds.

The Garage is designed to park around 14 cars.
Simply one of the finest international properties on the market.

The Estate itself is 1.86 acres large.
Asking17.28 Million US Dollars, or 12.8 Million Euros.