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Spotlight on Brisbane: Australia’s Blossoming Cultural Hub
With a thriving arts scene, the capital of Queensland is developing into one of the country’s most vibrant creative destinations, writes Mandi Keighran Brisbane, Australia | Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty Brisbane, the capi...
Meet Michael K. Chen, the New York Architect with an Eye for Detail
Material innovation, quality craftsmanship and pops of color are at the heart of interiors designed by Chen’s firm MKCA, writes Alex Bozikovic The kitchen of MKCA’s Nomad Loft in New York. Photograph: Brooke Holm Michael K. Chen designs...
How to Design the Perfect Kitchen
At-home entertaining hits its peak with the holiday season. For a space that rises to the challenge, it pays to get personal, writes Elizabeth Fazzare Healdsburg, California | Sotheby’s International Realty – San Francisco Brokerage W...
The Best Places to Spend Christmas Around the World
From New York City to Edinburgh, these cities come alive during the holidays. As we approach the most wonderful time of the year, there’s one question at the top of our minds: Where’s the best place in the world to celebrate Christmas? The...
Are Rugs the New Artworks at Home?
The design of what’s underfoot has gotten bold, colorful and creative, writes Helen Parton Kangan Arora’s Harlequin rug plays with optical illusion. Credit: Floor Story “I was inspired by what was outside: the grasses, the clouds, the...
Festive Christmas Cocktails to Drink This Holiday Season
From festive martinis to eggnog, these are the hands-down best cocktail recipes. Sure, there are the tried and true holiday cocktails, but if you're looking to upgrade from your standard eggnog and mulled wine this season, there are plenty of ...
Starting a New Chapter
Homes with former lives—from churches to breweries—creatively and sustainably blend history and style As time moves on, across the centuries, so lifestyles change and needs evolve. It follows suit, then, that the purposes of buildings sh...
Spotlight on Tuscany: The Best of Art, History and Nature
The Italian region has enduring appeal for its rolling countryside, celebrated vineyards and artistic heritage, writes Mandi Keighran Gaiole in Chianti, Italy | Italy Sotheby’s International Realty Tuscany epitomizes living la dolce vi...