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Beyond the west coast, the estate, which is currently owned by hedge-fund manager and Julliard school chairman Bruce Kovner, will be the third most expensive home sold in the US. It comes after a Manhattan apartment (sold for $238 million) that currently holds the record. This means the home is one of the world’s best homes – and one of the most exciting currently on the market. With its 22 acres of lush landscaping, the land divides into five parcels – featuring two distinct estates, Ocean View and Bellevue – connected by a private road....

Her Instagram is brimming with inspiration – much of which comes from the collection of homes that she shares with her husband, Grammy-award-winning singer John Legend. This time, however, the interior design trend she’s kickstarting is more than aesthetic. Chrissy recently shared a moment with her daughter, Luna, on a curved bed while enjoying a vacation. The photo carousel shows glimpses of the vacation home – but the circular bed – in the bedroom that leads directly to the terrace – is the most notable feature of all....

The professional stock car racing driver, author, and NASCAR analyst, Dale Earnhardt Jr is admired for his successful racing career which began at the turn of the millennium. He is also recognized as the son of the late Dale Earnhardt, who was equally victorious in the NASCAR world until he was tragically killed while racing in 2001. See: World’s best homes – explore more luxury properties across the globe In recent years, the esteemed racing driver and his wife, interior designer Amy, renovated this nineteenth-century home....

Each visit to one of her rooms reveals new and interesting details to discover. Speaking to us for the Homes & Gardens podcast, The Well-crafted Life , we learn Kit Kemp’s interior design tips and inspirations, focusing on how she enhances her own homes and elevates her everyday. 1. The power of color Any fans of Kit Kemp (opens in new tab)’s interiors and hotels (opens in new tab) – and readers who have enjoyed seeing Kit Kemp’s house – will know them as joyful spaces that are drenched in color and pattern....

Backed by a host of sustainable and organic certifications, the Essentia Classic REM5 Organic Mattress is one of the best organic mattresses on the market, for those looking to live life greener. As part of their Performance Organic Mattress collection, the company has taken so much care to create the Essentia Classic REM5 Organic Mattress, from using only organic and vegan materials to extensive quality testing. It’s available in eight-inch and 10-inch depths, three firmness options, and you have the option to add EMF protection....

See our news section for more tips from experts in their field 1. Stay cool with whites and neutrals Small accents of white are a wonderful way to lift and freshen any colour scheme.White is best when combined with texture to avoid a flat, one-dimensional feel. Wood works exceptionally well in this instance. 2. Versatile storage A well-curated library is on everybody’s wish list, and if it isn’t, then it should be....

This recipe proves that it is simple and enjoyable to make a gingerbread house and a project that all generations will enjoy completing together. So turn up the Christmas tunes, don your aprons and get baking, making and decorating your gingerbread house. The only challenge will be how long you can resist eating its delicious walls! The ginger craze doesn’t have to stop and these amazing gingerbread houses either because this unique gingerbread brownie recipe which is too delightful not to try....

A drastic change from Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen’s home from before their divorce, Gisele purchased a modest three-bedroom family home in Surfside, Florida in February this year – and now she is looking to renovate the space. This is what we know about the $1.3 million cottage. First reported by the New York Post (opens in new tab), the model completed the purchase quietly at the end of February of this year, around two weeks before her soon-to-be ex-husband’s shock NFL comeback....

And while the collection replicates wallpaper ideas exhibited in Gwyneth Paltrow’s properties, it also pays homage to some of the biggest interior design trends – including, most prominently, nature. Nearly all of Fromental’s designs stem from nature, while Goop is known for its exploration of mythical symbols of transformation. From birds and woodland creatures to medicinal herbs like cannabis and mushrooms, there is a huge amount of allegory within the elements of the two collaborative designs – all of which introduce a natural aesthetic to your space....

A new study* revealed that home bars are now a bigger priority than a new kitchen after one in 13 UK-based homeowners shared plans to create a home bar in 2022. Of the 2,000 homeowners interviewed, 7 percent showed said they would turn their home bar ideas into a reality this 2022 – and they would set aside approximately $17,800 (£14,000) for the renovation process. This is a larger budget than homeowners are willing to spend on new kitchen ideas, home gyms, and new porches....

Married to world-renowned plastic surgeon Dr. Terry Dubrow – star of E!’s hit TV series Botched – the Real Housewives of Orange County alum and her husband founded Consult Beaute (opens in new tab), a skincare line, 15 years ago. Her impressive list of endeavors doesn’t end there. Check out Heather Dubrow’s morning routine below, and continue scrolling to shop her carefully curated list of must-have items too. See: Best exercise bikes – the top indoor cycling machines to get you moving...

Of course, you can keep it simple, doodling or adding stickers to plain paper, but we love the idea of creating our own marbled wrapping paper and gift tags for Christmas gifts that become Christmas decor ideas in their own right. How to decorate wrapping paper We asked Alex Lewis of Compton Marbling (opens in new tab) to show us how it can be done. Compton Marbling has been making hand-marbled paper and related products since the 1970s....

Surprisingly, there are over 40,000 species of slugs worldwide, though they won’t all damage your plants. Many of them feed on dead plant matter so may actually be beneficial. But along with getting rid of aphids, you’ll probably want to deter slugs to keep your planting looking its best. You’ll never defeat them entirely but there are some ways to keep the numbers down and preserve the beauty of your garden ideas....

Regular washing and drying can make the fibers of towels stiff and scratchy, but knowing which washing temperatures to use, how to load the washing machine, and which products to opt for can restore softness to towels, and keep them that way. Good laundry room ideas will create a space with everything you need to soften towels and keep them soft for a spa feel at home, and our guide will give you the lowdown....

Incorporating Sophie’s signature style, three of the four new wallpaper ideas feature the simplicity and beauty of her favorite tree species, each showcasing the exquisite hand-painting of Fromental’s skilled artists. The fourth wallcovering Safari was originally imagined for her daughter Ava’s bedroom and is a printed design featuring an abundance of wild animals. Safari Based upon a classic scenic with a modern playful twist, ‘Safari’ depicts a rural landscape design, adorned with exotic animals....

Jean Kennedy Smith, who passed away last June, was a diplomat, author, and peace advocate. According to The New York Times, Jean moved into the home, in one of New York’s most prestigious neighborhoods, in 1998, after retiring from her diplomatic duties. See: World’s best homes – tour the globe’s most beautiful houses The home combines the 6th and 7th floors of an opulent 14-story building that was built in 1928....

Every morning at 09:00 promptly, King Charles III is awoken by the sound of bagpipes – following a 179-year-old practice that began with Queen Victoria in 1843. On the morning of October 24th, Pipe Major Paul Burns played for the first time at the Clarence House, the King’s royal residence in London, but has played daily since his reign began last month. He is the 17th piper to fulfil the duty and previously played for Queen Elizabeth before her death on September 8th, 2022....

Renew by Tom Dixon Design Research Studio, an entire floor dedicated to wellness and relaxation has been unveiled at Upper Riverside, a new neighbourhood at Knight Dragon’s 150-acre London regeneration project, Greenwich Peninsula. Located on the 15th floor of No.2 Upper Riverside, Renew features an expansive roof terrace for open-air exercise. With views across The Thames and London’s sky line, the terrace provides an inviting space, bringing residents outside of their home to a place where they can unwind and take part in activities such as sunset yoga or morning HIIT classes....

While Ms. Kondo admits that parting with emotional objects can be hard, it is possible to clear them without guilt. Sharing her beloved storage ideas exclusively with H&G, Marie reveals how to achieve any organized home whilst preserving the memories of a loved one. Marie Kondo’s tips for clearing sentimental items ‘The big fear we all have is that if we throw away these objects, we will somehow be losing the precious memories and legacy that goes with them....

The Molekule Air Pro is just that. A sleek and modern cylindrical device, emblematic of modern Scandinavian design. It can purify spaces up to 1,000 sq ft using proprietary PECO technology – going beyond the standard HEPA filter that captures airborne particles but follows the principles of chemistry to capture and destroy pollutants like mold, VOCs, allergens, viruses, and bacteria. This made the Air Pro a prime candidate to sit at the intersection of my kitchen, family room, and sunroom with an open-space layout....