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Our monthly series asks: What decor best suits each zodiac sign? Visionary Aquarians need a room with a view—and a dose of eclecticism, writes Jill Krasny

Elounda, Crete | Greece Sotheby’s International Realty

Every sign of the zodiac is said to have its own character. So what kind of homes match up with people based on astrology? Wise Capricorn’s eye for detail serves them well when house hunting, and Sagittarians prize spaces that feel expansive and unique.

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Spanning more than 16,000 square feet of refined space, this magnificent Memorial-area manor accommodates relaxed day-to-day moments and festive fêtes with equal ease.

For Houstonians and those familiar with this cosmopolitan city—America’s fourth-largest metropolis—the mere mention of the Memorial neighborhood brings to mind quiet lanes lined with leafy trees, spacious estates with manicured lawns, and some of the city’s most coveted homes. On one of the area’s most esteemed streets, this unique home—designed by award-winning Murphy Mears Architects and constructed in 2004—lives up to its community’s prestigious reputation, offering some 16,000 square feet of refined space designed for living and entertaining that befits the thriving, flourishing, fast-growing international milieu of Houston.

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We are deeply saddened by the devastation caused by the recent fires in Los Angeles. As professionals dedicated to housing, we understand that a home is far more than four walls; it is a sanctuary, a place of comfort, and a foundation for building memories. Our hearts go out to all those affected, and we are committed to supporting you during this challenging time. Below is a list of resources to help you navigate through this difficult period and begin the journey of rebuilding your lives. 

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From industrial port to livable cultural center, the Canadian city’s lakeside neighborhood has seen a stunning transformation—and the changes keep coming

The Harbourfront in Toronto. Photo: Scott Webb via Unsplash

A hundred years ago, Toronto’s Harbourfront was a bustling and dirty port full of noise and industrial activity. Ships hauling cargo frequented a landscape of huge wooden wharves and smokestack chimneys overlooking Lake Ontario. Although Toronto surpassed Montreal as Canada’s leading city in the 1970s, its industrial decline meant this waterfront district needed new purpose, starting an ambitious process of transformation into an area for recreation and culture.

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The perfect winter escape blends spectacular nature with luxurious comfort, writes Jessica Klingelfuss

Mountain Village, Colorado | LIV Sotheby’s International Realty

There’s an otherworldly magic in the grandeur of the mountains as they greet you each morning, with the first rays of sunlight casting a golden glow over snow-dusted peaks. After a day spent carving through fresh powder, cheeks still flushed from the cold, there’s nothing quite like sinking into a plush sofa under a blanket, a hot drink in hand and the warm, woody scent of a crackling log fire in the air.

Continue reading Chalet Chic: Dream Homes for Ski Getaways at Sotheby´s International Realty | Blog.

This tranquil residence set amid the rocky contours in the hills above the Napa Valley is a chic, serene retreat focused on its enviable setting and a life lived indoors and out.

High in the eastern hills above the Napa Valley, a dramatic band of igneous rock—known locally as the Palisades—forms a wall along the crests above the town of Calistoga. This subtly sophisticated hideaway—designed by Bay Area architect Michael Baushke and built by the renowned David Easton—harmonizes with its setting in remarkable ways, and this peaceful rapport is very much deliberate.

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From a US$74.25M sale in Palm Beach Florida, to a £15.5M sale in London, England, here are ten of the top sales represented by the Sotheby’s International Realty global network in 2023.

Palm Beach, Florida

Todd Peter, Frances Peter | Sotheby’s International Realty – Palm Beach Brokerage, US$74.25M

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Erick Knaider| Dubai Sotheby’s International Realty, AED240.5M

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Tokyo, Japan

Kantaro Aoki, Jinyu Cui | List Sotheby’s International Realty, Japan, JPY6.685B

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Vaucluse, Australia

Michael Pallier | Sydney Sotheby’s International Realty, AUD$30.388M

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Bedford, New York

Krissy Blake | Sotheby’s International Realty – Greenwich Brokerage, US$30.675M

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Palisades, New York

Richard Ellis | Ellis Sotheby’s International Realty, US$26.125M

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Kailua, Hawaii

Scott Carvill | Carville Sotheby’s International Realty, US$26M

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Sagaponack, New York

Raquel Lopez | Sotheby’s International Realty – Bridgehampton Brokerage
Deborah Pirro, Diane Anderson | Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty
US$24.925M

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Old Fort Bay, The Bahamas

Mark Hussey | Bahamas Sotheby’s International Realty, US$24M

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London, England

Guy Bradshaw | United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty, £15.5M

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Beverly Hills, California | Sotheby’s International Realty – Beverly Hills Brokerage

Brian Goldner’s traditional-style residence in the Flats neighborhood features elegant interiors crafted by noted White House designer Michael S. Smith.

The Beverly Hills Home of the Late CEO of Hasbro Lists for $27 Million – Robb Report

One of Houston’s Most Expensive Homes Lists for the First Time for $20 Million – Mansion Global

After 15 Years, Massive California Estate With a Vineyard and Helipad Finds a Buyer – Mansion Global

Tour a $15.5M Sonoma Stunner That Channels Pantone’s 2025 Color of the Year – Cottages & Gardens

Rustic New England Flair and Hamptons Luxury Meld at This $8M Barn Home in Water Mill – Cottages & Gardens

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From Thailand to Portugal, these are the locations to head to this new year, writes Francesca Perry

Sintra, Portugal | Portugal Sotheby’s International Realty

One of the best things about starting a new year is making plans. Not the resolutions to change bad habits, no—but the plans for holidays, travel, cultural events, new experiences and what to look forward to. 2025 has some special things in store, and whether it’s a new museum opening or a TV show setting come to life, these are places to be this year.

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From a US$15.85M sale in Elk, North Carolina, to a US$26.125M sale in Palisades, New York, here are five sales represented by the Sotheby’s International Realty® global network in November.

Palisades, New York

Richard Ellis | Ellis Sotheby’s International Realty, US$26.125M

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Beverly Hills, California

Lori Berris| Sotheby’s International Realty – Beverly Hills Brokerage, US$18.995M

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Elk, North Carolina

Marilyn Wright, Rob Garrett | Premier Sotheby’s International Realty, US$15.85M

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Boca Grande, Florida

Angela Steffan, Zeke Sieglaff | Gulf to Bay Sotheby’s International Realty, US$13.5M

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Milan, Italy

Barbara Legnani | Italy Sotheby’s International Realty, €12M

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