Is Britain next in line for a housing slump? According to Karen Ward, the author of a report by Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation (HSBC), “there is around 30 per cent of the current house price level that cannot be explained.” In other words, the prices are overvalued by 30 percent, which is a likely […]

One of Maurice Fatio’s finest works, this grand 1929 estate on 288 feet of ocean frontage is a landmarked Gilded Age masterpiece, restored to its original splendor. Lyrically picturesque architectural elements and fine details are showcased. The spectacular oceanview living room with fireplace is encased in museum-quality linenfold paneling. Ironwork-and-glass doors open to a lakeview […]

The concept is simple: “Rise above narrow issues of style vs. engineering, and restore the passenger to a position of pre-eminence.” Those are the words of Eurocopter and Hermès, partners of an unlikely – but perfectly paired – marriage between style and sensibility. “L’Hélicoptère par Hermès” is the resulting offspring, essentially a twin-engine Eurocopter EC135 […]

Dan L. Duncan: Houston, Texas Duncan is the cofounder, chairman and majority shareholder of Enterprise Products Partners. According to Forbes magazine, as of 2007 Dan Duncan is the richest person in the city of Houston and the 3rd richest person in Texas, with a net worth of 8.2 billion dollars.

What a difference a year makes. Or not. According to The Miami Herald, the median condo price in Miami-Dade County has increased 7 percent from last year. Though sales were down 14 percent, the median price is now $266,300, up from $250.000 one year ago. Meanwhile, Dade County’s neighbor to the north, Broward, experienced a […]

To be responsible for the preservation of Miami Beach Art Deco is one thing. To develop new projects on Lincoln Road is another. And to be the Principal of Design Miami/Basel? That should tell you that you’re dealing with a true artistic innovator. Combine all three accomplishments, and you have a partial résumé for Craig […]

Renaissance inspired architecture, sumptuous gardens and a gorgeous pool makes this 4 bedroom 6.5 Bath Villa on of the most beautiful properties available. Mahogany impact glass doors, elevator, fireplace, fitness room, 2 garages, granite countertops, hardwood flooring, home theatre, library, security system, steam room, bonus room, guest suite superb custom finishes. Stroll to the finest […]

What to do for the wealthy who consider a Ferrari to be too mundane? For starters, they might want to get on the phone with Swedish carmaker Koenigsegg, which has just unveiled its $2,342,580.46 CCX-R special edition sports car. With more than $2 million worth of mean, this car has the look that makes a […]

NBA superstar Shaquille O’Neal, who has a flair for giving himself larger-than-life nicknames, might want to add a new one to his arsenal: The Big Watch Ambassador. O’Neal, no stranger to team chemistry and a winning tradition, has found the perfect teammate in world-famous jeweler and watchmaker Audemars Piguet. The company, which is the world’s […]