Green entertaining is becoming the norm among elite hosts. Utilizing sustainable standards can delight guests, while also contributing to the good of the planet.

It all starts with the invites. Checkerboard, a family owned company whose clients have included Bill Gates and Bob Hope, creates invitations of unrivaled artistry and design that are also sensitive to our environment. From summer parties to winter celebrations, the company offers an array of colors and styles that help set the perfect tone for your get-together.

This product and write-up were featured in a recent issue of Luxury Portfolio’s LuxeTrends® newsletter that focused on eco-friendly entertaining. LuxeTrends® is a monthly eNewsletter that covers luxury real estate trends, home design, luxury gifts and more. The current issue, posted today, identifies a new “it” color utilized in luxury design. View and subscribe to the newsletter here.

Frank Howard Allen Realtors, a Luxury Portfolio member serving California’s North Bay communities, has devised an interesting way to promote groups of fine listings on their Facebook page. Each week Frank Howard Allen presents a “trilogy” – three properties that tie into a specific theme. The most recent trilogy, posted yesterday and titled “Lodge Style,” displays three mountain-lodge inspired homes. Previous trilogies have included Vineyard Properties, Vintage Charmers and Innovative Designs. This is a great idea to attract a buyer looking for a particular type of property.

See the Frank Howard Allen Realtors Facebook page for more. You can also follow Luxury Portfolio for updates on Luxury Portfolio Fine Property Collection, luxury homes and luxury news.

A historic home in a great setting, this charming luxury estate in the highly desirable Old Floresta neighborhood of Boca Raton, Florida, remains true to the vision of architect Addison Mizner, who established the enclave in 1920.

Entering the gates into the lush tropical surroundings is like travelling back to the charm of a different time. Sited on just under an acre with two oversized lots, there is magnificent old growth canopy landscaping. The park-like setting offers a large, undeveloped parcel in a historic neighborhood close to shopping, restaurants and beach. This is a rare opportunity in an amazing location.

The one-of-a-kind estate is currently listed at US $ 1,875,000 by Premier Estate Properties, Inc. For more information - from original Mizner creations to thoughtful and luxurious updates - see the property detail on Luxury Portfolio.