Salone del Mobile in Milan celebrates sustainable and innovative design
By LISA KLEIN Each year the international design community meets in Milan for the Salone del Mobile, a showcase of the best furniture, materials, textiles and accessories in the industry. Usually held in April and celebrating its 60th year in 2022, this year’s edition took place Sept. 5-10 and was dubbed the "supersalone" for its grand comeback from last year’s pandemic cancellation.
Bespoke murals give new meaning to personal space
By LISA KLEIN Painting a wall-size mural inside a home is a big commitment, but the adventurous artwork choice is rising in popularity with those looking for something personal that makes a dramatic impact. A custom piece of large-scale permanent art not only adds a wow factor, but provides a little slice of another place right at home. “Depending on the subject matter, murals have the ability to transport,” said Timothy Corrigan, principal of the eponymous Los Angeles-based interior design firm.
Trailblazing real estate agent reflects on trip as broadcaster at Tokyo Olympics
By LINSEY STONCHUS Fulfilling a childhood dream can be a self-actualizing event. Leah Secondo, a real estate agent at Michael Saunders and Company (MSC) in Bradenton, Florida, set her sights high, long envisioning herself reporting at the Olympics. “I knew back when I was in the fourth grade that I wanted to be a sports broadcaster," Ms.
QUIZ: Which editorial-worthy home best fits your personality?
By LINSEY STONCHUS In honor of the newly revamped Luxury Portfolio, our latest quiz invites you to discover which of our four property features best suits your personality. The magazine is divided into four categories – Real Estate, Design, Travel and Lifestyle, each, of which, includes a LPI member properties with their own distinct flavor, corresponding with their designated category. Be sure to share your results on Instagram using the hashtag #LuxuryPortfolio! Read the new issue of Luxury Portfolio.
Luxury buyers ramp up the competition in California’s Bay Area
By LISA KLEIN The Bay Area in northern California has long been a desirable location for upmarket homebuyers, boasting miles of beautiful coastline and spectacular mountain views combined with prestigious universities and a more-than-famous technology innovation scene. The region also has limited housing stock due to both topography and constrictive zoning laws, creating luxury markets where even the most affluent buyers have to outbid each other. Despite housing limits, “the greater Bay Area really has too many luxury markets to count,” said Christine Christiansen, a senior sales associate for Vanguard Properties.
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