ECHO Aventura is the most recent luxury residential project in north Miami. The expectations are high, due to the collaboration between architect Carlos Ott and the innovative interior designers George Yabu and Glenn Pushelberg.
On the eve of his appearance on Sunrise on Sky News, Dominic Knight shares his tips on how to be happy everyday.
On June 27th, 28th, and 29th 2013, over 360,000 of the world’s richest, glitziest and most influential individuals will unite and come together to party, socialise and have an unashamedly fabulous night… But don’t worry, it’s all in the name of charity!
The unique concept, which encourages the world’s societal elite to party their cares away in some of the worlds most luxurious venues does sound rather like any other star-studded event on the surface. However, guests may only attend on the pretense of a donation to charity and the venues generously offer their services and hosting skills for free. Ultimately, all funds raised go direct to a selection of worldwide charities, eliminating all costs to the organisers.
The history, heritage and glamour of the luxury French brand will combine with the best in New York style and innovation when the new Baccarat Hotel and Residences opens its doors in 2014.
Melbourne has given the go-ahead for the futuristic skyscraper Australia 108 which, when finished, will be the highest tower in the Southern Hemisphere.
The concept of a green skyscraper is nothing new but architect Vincent Callebaut’s new Agora Garden project in Taipei looks set to combine eco-friendly features and technology with cutting-edge architecture.
You do not need to pay though the nose to find luxury. Executive Le Soleil Hotel is a small boutique property that is a favourite with business travellers and out-of-town sports fans alike.
In an unique collaboration with Ralph Lauren Home, the redesign and renovation of the historical Palais Maeterlinck in Nice will see the stunning estate transformed into 19 luxury residences offering the very best in services and style.
CRN is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year as a luxury yacht builder. Part of the Ferretti Group since 1999, CRN specialises in the manufacture of bespoke mega yachts between 40 and 90 metres long. These boats are customised completely to the client’s specifications and sometimes even their wildest whims with swimming pools, aquariums, private decks with private helipads, sound-proof bedrooms, private hair salons, hammams … as an in-house team of architects and designers tap into the latest technology can make it happen.
Monaco has long been synonymous with glamour, prestige and wealth but over the last couple of years real estate prices have hit an all-time high as the tiny principality continues to construct luxury residences in order to satisfy the demand of affluent foreign buyers attracted by the advantageous tax laws, great climate and high-quality lifestyle.
The newest international luxury apartments are offering more space than ever. Over the last few years there has been a growing demand for city homes which occupy entire floors and multiple levels allowing wealthy buyers to purchase more space without sacrificing the convenience of a city location. Developers have cottoned onto the trend and some of the newest constructions are now offering truly super-sized residences.
The hotel was once the home of Lillie Langtry, the famous actress and close friend of King Edward VII. However, The Cadogan is best known for its association with Oscar Wilde
Venice is renowned around the world for its historical architecture and rich heritage . But 90 year-old French designer Pierre Cardin has been causing waves of controversy with his new project for a futuristic skyscraper which looks set to bring La Serenissima into the 21st century.
Michael Clinton is the President and Marketing Director of Hearst Magazines, is a passionate traveler and photographer. After collecting hundreds of stamps in his passport, where is he headed next? His new title, “The Globetrotter Diaries: Tales, Tips and Tactics for Traveling the 7 Continents” offers insight for travelers of all types
The desirable New York district of Tribeca is soon to be home to one of the Big Apple’s most daring pieces of architecture. The 60-storey skyscraper located at 56 Leonard Street in is formed by a series of stacked units which has earned it the nickname of the ‘Jenga building’ due to its resemblance to the game of interlinking blocks. When completed, the tower will be home to 145 luxury homes costing between $3.5 million to $33 million.
Forget Paris for this is the year when Marseille will step into the spotlight. France’s second city currently holds the title of 2013 European City of Culture and is receiving a major facelift for the occasion.
Excuse my ignorance, but I was still under the impression that Japanese cars were basically just cheap (worse-looking) renditions of European cars? However, it appears that with the launch of the Lexus GS450h F-Sport
In stark contrast to the typically ostentatious entrance halls and foyers of London’s 5-Star Grand Hotels, the discreet entrance of Kensington’s best kept secret, Blakes, feels like walking on to an Indiana Jones film set, before then descending into a seductive lair of Far-Eastern escapism.
Tokyo has been named the most expensive city in the world. The research was carried out by analysing the prices of 150 products and services including food, property, transport and clothing to establish the costliest places to live across the globe.
Nita Lake Lodge is a cosy mountain retreat nestled beside a glacier-fed lake in the resort town of Whistler, BC.
Milan’s eagerly anticipated Bosco Verticale will be completed by the end of this year and will offer exclusive residential apartments inside a unique urban forest.
Located within the Indigo Pearl Resort in Phuket, this 2 bedroom pool villa rental provides guests with an exclusive experience within extraordinary Thai sun-kissed beach settings.
If you are looking for a property in Sardinia which offers privacy, security and tranquility without compromising high-quality amenities and services, look no further than the Is Molas Golf Resort. The 240 luxury villas have been designed by famed Italian architect Massimiliano Fuksas.
When one thinks of Champagne, the word conjures up images of effervescent bubbles. The word is synonymous with fun, parties and celebrations but also leads one to think of expense. However, there are a number of varieties available which won’t cause a big dent in your bank balance.