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homes and land shaped by immediate access to water and mountains, and by a sense of retreat. On Mayne Island, a fully serviced, fenced lot sits within walking distance of Piggott Bay beach. Chilliwack Mountain brings sweeping river and peak views behind custom entry gates at the end of a cul-de-sac. Salt Spring’s architect-designed estate embraces serene lakefront living with its own dock. In Whistler, a custom chalet pairs alpine village proximity with expansive, host-ready spaces.

Set in Northwest Las Vegas, this featured residence showcases contemporary design, energy-efficient living, and the comfort of a thoughtfully crafted single-story layout. Built in 2025, the home pairs refined interiors with premium finishes, including a chef-inspired kitchen, spacious open-concept living areas, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Paid-off solar, modern smart-home conveniences, and access to resort-style community amenities further elevate the lifestyle, offering a blend of sophistication, sustainability, and everyday comfort in one of the valley’s most desirable neighborhoods.

Design-forward interiors paired with neighborhoods that reward getting out the door. Polished finishes—think granite surfaces, wide-plank flooring, and curated lighting—create a consistent sense of ease from ranch living to boutique condo and end-unit townhome. Several homes lean into low-maintenance formats with elevated details, while flexible spaces broaden how each can be used, from a top-floor library-style retreat to a live-work compound with a substantial steel building near light rail.

A move-in-ready Lyons home with an oversized kitchen and cathedral ceilings; a Conifer retreat framed by sweeping 180-degree mountain views; and a downtown Denver residence at The Coloradan offering airy, modern living above the city. The collection continues with an Angel Fire chalet featuring a wood-burning fireplace and exposed beams, and a remodeled Parker home in Stroh Ranch with vaulted ceilings and an open-concept kitchen.

At a newly built residence along West Palm Beach’s South Flagler Drive, Poltrona Frau’s involvement extends beyond furniture. Affiniti Architects designed the three-level property, with interiors by Hilary Musser Homes. Musser collaborated with the Italian company on room-specific installations and furnishings drawn from its residential collections.

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Outdoor spaces continue to play a prominent role in residential design. In the American Institute of Architects’ Q2 2025 Home Design Trends Survey, , at 55% in the first quarter of 2025, compared with 60% in the first quarter of 2024. The score represents the percentage of architects reporting increased popularity minus the percentage reporting a decline.

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The Beverly Hills residence of the late philanthropist Glorya Kaufman, known as Château de Liberté, is on the market for $25 million. The proceeds are designated for the Glorya Kaufman Foundation, which supports arts, education, and community organizations.

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Luxury living around Flathead Lake is showcased in two distinct ways through this exceptional pair of Montana properties. In Dayton, 23511 Wild Horse Shores Lane offers private waterfront living with nearly 190 feet of shoreline, beautifully updated interiors, and seamless indoor-outdoor spaces designed to embrace life on the lake. In Polson, 41547 Flathead View Drive commands panoramic views of Flathead Lake and the Mission Mountains from more than 20 acres, where expansive living areas, landscaped gardens, and orchard grounds create an elevated retreat surrounded by natural beauty. Together, these homes capture two extraordinary perspectives on Montana’s lakefront lifestyle—one from the water’s edge and the other from above it.

Scenery is best enjoyed from generous outdoor rooms and through walls of glass. Elevated lots, multi-lot holdings, and acreage bring the quiet luxury of space, often bordering open land for a sense of lasting seclusion. Inside, flexibility leads the design, from dual primary suites and bonus accommodations to finished lower levels. Practical Colorado-Southwest infrastructure—heated garages, RV parking, and serious shops—keeps adventure and everyday life equally well supported.

Across this quintet, lifestyle leads the narrative, from Front Range ease to true mountain escape. In Frederick, a ranch plan highlights single-level comfort and indoor-outdoor living near parks, trails, and I-25. Denver’s University/Rosedale double lot invites a custom build shaped by floodplain-driven design and flexible E-TU-C zoning. Greeley adds no-HOA freedom, a large lot, and a heated shop-ready garage. Farther afield, Black Hawk offers 40 off-grid acres bordered by USFS land, while Angel Fire pairs a remodeled home with ski-lift proximity and year-round resort amenities.