Art and Interior Design Converge in Chelsea

May 31, 2011

The ELLE DÉCOR Modern Life Show House opened to the public May 20th in New York City’s Chelsea neighborhood. Spread over two residences in the new +aRt premium condominium development at 540 West 28th Street, the show house features rooms finished by 10 up-and-coming designers deemed by ELLE DÉCOR as “Ones to Watch.” The show [...]

The Right Time to Buy in Downtown San Diego

May 30, 2011

Centre City Properties is featuring a host of properties with recent price reductions that are now in escrow. The residences are a great opportunity for the right buyer. For instance, the first property offers custom Roma tile in Master shower, medicine cabinets added in both baths, full-sized front loading Maytag Neptune washer/dryer, fully outfitted California [...]

Sales Plunge (again), Chinese Luxury, & Swimming with Sharks

May 27, 2011

This week’s Top of the Tweets By Camilla McLaughlin No end in sight? That has to be what many are thinking in light of the 12-percent plunge in pending home sales in April, following gains in February and March. The index of pending home sales compiled by the National Association of Realtors is a forward-looking [...]

Teles properties opens new Pasadena office

May 27, 2011

On what was once known as “Millionaire’s Row,” Teles Properties has opened its fourth Southern California office. Teles Properties President and COO, Peter Hernandez, announced the opening this week. “Pasadena is an incredible location,” says Hernandez. “The demographics, architecture, shopping and lifestyle are exactly the qualities our clients want in the place they call home. [...]

Modern Luxury Meets Tradition in Princeton, N.J.

May 26, 2011

Princeton, N.J., known for its historic downtown, academic ties and grand traditional homes, is about to get a reboot with The Residences at Palmer Square. Those wishing to enjoy the quaint ambiance of Princeton while living in updated luxury can rejoice at the altar of these excellently located new townhomes, condominiums and apartments. Construction on [...]

Does Social Networking Impact Spending for the Affluent?

May 25, 2011

All you have to do is watch commuters ride the subway, glace at customers in a coffee shop or simply observe pedestrians walking down the street to realize how significantly “smart” technology has become an integral part of the typical daily routine. From checking email to catching up on the latest news to even video [...]

In Downtown San Diego, Possibilities Are Endless

May 24, 2011

Centre City properties has three new listings on the market in downtown San Diego: Marina Park 231, Porto Siena 110 and Porti d’Italia 416. Just listed, the first offering at Marina Park is a stunning 3-bedroom, 2-bath unit with southwest views of Pantoja Park. Hardwood floors, granite counter tops, a travertine floor entry and all [...]

Canadian luxury, move-up buyers, and a Cannes dazzler

May 23, 2011

This week’s Top of the Tweets By Camilla McLaughlin House price arias! In the last five years, the media has parsed and diced home price news every which way, but NPR recently give it a new twist, translating price data from the Case Schiller Index into music — actually, opera. Depending on where you live, [...]

A Luxurious View From the Top In Lyford Cay, Bahamas

May 20, 2011

How does more than 8,000 square feet, the privacy of a gated community and stunning views sound? This magnificent luxury home is perched high on a hill on a 2.4 acre property in the secure, exclusive gated community of Lyford Cay. Boasting 5 bedrooms and 5.5 baths, the home offers a generous 8,500 square feet [...]

LiveMexico Launched to Help Tourism and Home Sales

May 19, 2011

Lately it seems like Mexico can’t get a break when it comes to negative headlines and bad press. Tourists have been cautious when planning trips, often avoiding the country altogether, and a number of non-Mexican homebuyers have decided to look elsewhere for retirement and vacation properties. But for the people of Mexico — both native [...]