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The history of the Breakers mansion in Newport, the Vanderbilt summer estate
Gilded Age mansions are a living reminder of a time long past when America’s richest families — like the Astors, Vanderbilts, Carnegies, and Rockefellers — used their sprawling estates to assert status and give everyone a visual representation of their vast family fortune. And nobody did it better than the Vanderbilt family. The Vanderbilts were […] More
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Architect Scott Johnson is parting ways with his lauded ‘Wall House’ in Ojai Valley
Celebrated architect Scott Johnson is bidding adieu to his meticulously crafted modern country home in Ojai Valley, Calif. Johnson is best known as the founding partner of Johnson Fain – the firm behind landmark buildings such as Fox Plaza (famous for its appearance as Nakatomi Plaza in the film series Die Hard), Opus One Winery, […] More
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The creepy story of the Winchester House, America’s most famous haunted mansion
As far as notoriously haunted mansions go, the Winchester Mystery House is the uncontested leader. Located in San Jose, California, the Queen Anne-style Victorian mansion is known for its size, unique architecture, and utter lack of any master building plan. So why is this magnificent mansion known as one of the creepiest houses in the […] More
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Dream house alert: 18 modern mansions that redefine house goals
In today’s modern world, the house goals of yesteryear are a distant memory. Long gone are the days of window shutters, oversized crystal chandeliers, multiple small rooms, intricate designs, wrought-iron railings, small windows, and large porches with overhanging beams. Modern mansions favor simple and clean designs with open spaces. While traditional mansions offer intricate and […] More
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European-style chateau in New Canaan, CT is the epitome of elegance
A distinctly elegant European-inspired chateau on Connecticut’s affluent Gold Coast has recently hit the market for $15 million — and we’re here to bask in its beauty. The ivy-clad residence sits on a sprawling 6-acre lot in New Canaan, a Fairfield County town consistently listed as one of the wealthiest towns in the country, appearing […] More
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What is biophilic design in architecture and home building? Definition and examples
Did you know that the average person spends 90% of their time indoors, both at home and at work? A few years ago, this might have been an unbelievable statistic. But since COVID-19, we’ve become all too aware of our indoor restrictions and access to natural environments. Serenity now! While biophilic design has been around […] More
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The storied history of Villa Carlotta in Los Angeles, an Old Hollywood treasure
After an extensive renovation brought new life into L.A.’s iconic Villa Carlotta, the 1920s Italianate villa gloriously returned to market in 2018 as its founders intended — in the form of a swanky extended-stay residential with minimum 30-day lodging. Now home to 50 rental units, Villa Carlotta plays on its historic past as a home […] More
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Cool Listings: An Iconic Richard Neutra-Designed Stilt House Looming Over the Valley
When it comes to jaw-dropping views, it doesn’t get much better than this: a striking mid-century house floating on the edge of the hillside, with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the San Fernando Valley. And not just any house, but one of 17 unique homes designed by legendary architect Richard Neutra propped up over the side of […] More
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San Francisco’s Most Famous Houses: How Much are the ‘Painted Ladies’ Worth?
Also known as the ‘Seven Sisters’ or ‘Postcard Row’, the ‘Painted Ladies’ of San Francisco are without a doubt the Bay City’s most famous houses. The term refers to the row of colorful Victorian and Edwardian houses located at 710–720 Steiner Street in Alamo Square in San Francisco, made famous by their unique appearance, pastel colors […] More
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Wonderfully Witchy: The Full Story of the Spadena House in Beverly Hills
If you’re obsessed with witch culture, you’re going to love the Spadena House. Also known as the Witch’s House in Beverly Hills, the magnificently mystical home looks like it’s been plucked straight out of a fairytale. Located on the corner of Walden Drive and Carmelita Avenue, the storybook house was built in the early 1900s […] More
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The Complete History of Hearst Castle in San Simeon
One of the most magnificent mansions in all of California, Hearst Castle has a rich history that captivates audiences just as much as its striking architecture. Built more than a quarter mile above the Pacific Ocean, the California castle that was formerly known as La Cuesta Encantada (Spanish for The Enchanted Hill), is a historic […] More
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Everything You Need to Know about Belvedere Castle in Central Park
As it turns out, you don’t have to travel all the way to Germany or France to see a veritable castle — there are some very beautiful castles in the New York area as well. In fact, there’s a magnificent castle nestled in one of the busiest and most well-known parks in the world. New […] More
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