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The Chemosphere House and 6 other striking John Lautner-designed homes
by Ioana Neamt March 17, 2023
You don’t necessarily have to be an architecture buff or aficionado to be able to recognize a house designed by John Lautner. You might not know much about the man himself, but his works are instantly recognizable due to the fact that they’re so unique, so daring, so eclectic, and, as some might say, so […] More
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Winfield Hall, the Historic Woolworth Mansion in Glen Cove
by Georgie Mihaila February 14, 2023
One of the few remaining historic grand mansions on Long Island’s Gold Coast, the former Woolworth Estate in Glen Cove in Nassau County, New York, is a reminder of a time long gone. Dating back to 1916, the imposing structure with its distinct architecture and opulent interiors found its way back into the spotlight in recent […] More
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Get to know Gracie Mansion, the official residence of NYC’s Mayor
by Ioana Neamt February 6, 2023
Being mayor of New York City comes with a lot of responsibilities, challenges and a great deal of stress. However, this high-profile job does come with some pleasant perks, too. One of the privileges of being mayor of the city that never sleeps is that you get to reside in a historic mansion in the […] More
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The Domestead: A unique $1.725M geodesic dome house in L.A.
by Ioana Neamt January 30, 2023
If you’ve ever dreamed of owning and living in an architectural masterpiece featuring your very own ‘Glass Onion,’ then look no further, because an incredible opportunity is on the horizon. Molly Kelley and Susan Irving of Nourmand & Associates hold a one-of-a-kind listing of a property that you might not expect to find in glitzy […] More
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The Remarkable Sheats-Goldstein Residence in LA: Past, Present and Future
by Ioana Neamt January 17, 2023
If you’re not familiar with John Lautner’s iconic Beverly Crest mansion, or with the estate’s flamboyant owner, then you’re definitely missing out. This 1963-built mansion is an architectural gem and one of Hollywood’s best-kept secrets. The Sheats Goldstein residence: John Lautner’s organic architecture dream The 4,500-square-foot Sheats-Goldstein residence was designed by John Lautner (one of […] More
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Step inside 130 William Street, one of NYC’s finest new skyscrapers
by Georgie Mihaila January 11, 2023
The newly completed 66-story luxury high-rise soaring above Lower Manhattan at 130 William Street has already started welcoming its first residents. This means we get a chance to peek inside the first completed residences at the architecturally distinct tower whose exteriors and interiors were both designed by acclaimed architect David Adjaye. An elegant addition to […] More
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Bob Hope’s house in Palm Springs, an architectural masterpiece
by Georgie Mihaila January 4, 2023
The 23,000-square-foot steel, concrete, and glass masterpiece that was once home to comedian/actor Bob Hope is one of the most unique celebrity homes of all time. Custom-built for Dolores and Bob Hope by one of the most noteworthy American architects of the twentieth century, John Lautner, the property is well known for both its architecture and […] More
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Redstone Castle in Colorado, a $12 million piece of local history
by Georgie Mihaila December 12, 2022
While on the West Coast, homes in the $20 million range compete in cutting-edge amenities and intricate home design, heading to the Rocky Mountains introduces us to a whole new type of ultra-luxury: the type that comes with massive acreage and tons of history. That’s the case with Colorado’s iconic Redstone Castle — a 153-acre […] More
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RHCP bassist Flea’s house: A striking hilltop compound with a 7-sided home and Richard Neutra connections
by Georgie Mihaila November 7, 2022
A two-home compound in La Crescenta, Calif. is looking for a new owner — and there are so many interesting elements to it that we don’t even know where to start. From its distinctive, futuristic architecture to its famous rock star owner, all the way down to a Richard Neutra connection that anchors it firmly […] More
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The Origami House in Weston, CT trades for $6.5 million, a 17-year high for the area
by Georgie Mihaila October 17, 2022
A Broadway producer’s architecturally distinct home in the affluent residential town of Weston, Connecticut has recently traded hands. And its newest owners truly appreciate the beauty and uniqueness of their new Weston abode, if the sale price is any indication. The property — fittingly called the Origami House — sold for $6,500,000, a price point […] More
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The Breakers mansion in Newport, the Vanderbilt summer estate
by Ioana Neamt October 12, 2022
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
by Georgie Mihaila September 16, 2022
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