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Neighborhood Trends, Market Insights & Design Inspiration
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What are the Features of a Pre-War Apartment?
The term “pre-war” is used often in New York City real estate to designate an apartment that was built before World War II. There’s a certain allure to a pre-war apartment with its original details that harken back to a bygone time. Features such as hardwood floors, intricate moldings, high ceilings, a wood burning fireplace and even tin ceilings are common in pre-war buildings and lend to the character these apartments possess. A desirable layout of pre-war apartments is the &... -
My Neighborhood: Aspen’s Alpine Allure
Rapael Derly, owner of one of Aspen’s most popular restaurants, La Crêperie du Village, believes the Colorado town nestled in the Rocky Mountains offers the best of two worlds: spectacular outdoor recreation and scenery plus cultural attractions that rival cosmopolitan capitals. Almost any day of the year, Derly can escape to one of many nearby hiking, mountain biking, and ski trails to enjoy alpine beauty, solitude, and exercise. Or he can stay in town and hit Aspen’s top-notch re... -
SHOW & TELL: Kirk Rundhaug at 50 Gramercy Park North
In his three decades in real estate, Kirk Rundhaug has worked with some of the most prominent New York families in the city’s most prestigious buildings. In this episode of Show & Tell, find out how this designer turned broker measures success and how he keeps it going with the help of his partner and secret weapon Paige Neuhauser, all while touring 50 Gramercy Park North 14A, a spectacular floor-through residence with full Gramercy Park and city views via 75 feet of floor to ceiling wind... -
Auto Enthusiasts, Meet Judge Jeff
The Americana Manhasset Concours d’Elegance Car Show, which returns to Long Island every October, is a competition of more than 200 of the world’s most beautiful cars. Head Judge of this year’s competition is Jeffrey Einhorn, a professional car enthusiast and co-founder of The Bridge, an annual car and art show hosted in the Hamptons. Douglas Elliman’s international real estate partner Knight Frank interviewed Judge Jeff on his love of classic cars, his best driving memory, ... -
The Next Hot Spots: Up-and-Coming Neighborhoods in Five European Cities
When it comes to seeking out the luxury neighborhoods of tomorrow, the international real estate gurus at Knight Frank are the next best thing to a crystal ball. Their team of local insiders has identified these five soon-to-be-trendy neighborhoods in some of Europe’s most popular (and pricey) cities. Chelsea, London How could a London quarter as renowned as Chelsea be deemed a neighborhood of tomorrow? According to Liam Bailey, global head of research at Knight Frank, the answer lies ... -
Ask an Agent: An Insider’s Perspective on Three Hot Markets
Often the hardest question to answer in real estate is where to look next for a potential deal. To help find an answer, Elliman Insider caught up with three Douglas Elliman experts to pick their brains about real estate trends of three neighborhoods that should be on everyone’s radar. In Massachusetts Q: What is Boston’s best-kept secret? Myrna Rothman, Douglas Elliman Boston A: The most amazing hidden gem is our Emerald Necklace, 11,000 acres of parkland linked by parkways and ... -
Food for Thought: A Trip to Marks and Spencer’s Food Hall
For more than a century, Marks and Spencer has been the quintessential British department store. M&S, as it’s fondly dubbed by fans, traces its roots to 1884, when Polish refugee Michael Marks opened a market stall in Leeds with the slogan “Don’t ask the price. It’s a penny.” Ten years later, he partnered with Thomas Spencer, and they opened their first shop in a covered arcade in Leeds. Today the chain boasts more than 1,400 stores worldwide and is as much a staple of life in th... -
SHOW & TELL: Frances Katzen at Jardim
With well over $1.5 billion in sales to her credit, Frances Katzen is a true powerhouse in the New York real estate market. Born in South Africa and raised in Sydney, Australia, she came to New York at the age of 15 to study at the School of American Ballet and never looked back. Today she serves a diverse roster of international clientele with discretion and efficiency, closing more than 100 deals a year in one of the world’s most competitive markets. In this episode of Show & Tell, find ... -
Mad for Moroccan: Lush, Layered Style for Your Home
Lush, layered influences bring a touch of exotic glamour into any interior. —by Rima Suqi Glocal Tapestry Plates, Set of 4, $72, Lenox.com Moroccan style is having a moment, fueled by the maximalist trends of layering colors and patterns galore. “It’s timeless, yet still feels exotic and unusual,” explains Stephanie Rudloe, owner of Marrakech Designs (179 Newbury St., 917.658.4727), a showroom in Boston with a clientele that includes starchitect Peter Marino. “When these decorative e...