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Architecture of the Impressionist Period
Ahead of Christie’s Impressionist and Modern Art Evening Sale, Luxury Defined spotlights six historic homes built during the Impressionist movement
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Converted Homes: From Public Buildings to Private Retreats
Originally built for commercial or public use, these five historic buildings have a new lease on life as luxury homes thanks to their creative redesigns
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Cherry Hill: A Modernist Marvel
Cherry Hill—a 1930s property set within a prestigious English estate—has been reimagined for the 21st century, resulting in a home of extraordinary symmetry
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Darlington: An Architectural Masterpiece Reborn
Darlington, a magisterial mansion built in 1907, was reborn for the 21st century with a meticulous, seven-year, artisanal restoration
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An Architect's Guide to the Real Rio
As all eyes turn to the cool and casual Rio de Janeiro for the 2016 Olympic Games, architect and urban planner Ruy Rezende takes us on an insider tour
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A Guide to Gothic Architectural Style
Pointed arches and ornate stone carvings characteristic of medieval architecture reemerged as a defining aesthetic of the Victorian age
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The Rise and Rise of the Highrise
Savvy urbanites are taking to the skies as architects and developers around the globe re-invent the concept of highrise living. And it's not just a home and an amazing view on the market, but a complete lifestyle
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Magical Glass-Walled Homes
Walls of glass showcase the spectacular settings of these luxury properties
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Perfect Pairings: Exquisite Lighting for Magnificent Interiors
Luxurious rooms shine in the light of one-of-a-kind chandeliers and sconces
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6 Charming Country Homes Combine Luxury with the Simple Life
Horse farms, nature preserves, and coastal villas embody the pleasures of rustic living.
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