Category Archives: Lifestyles

Outdoor Kitchen

6 Outdoor Kitchens to Inspire Your Next Al Fresco Dinner

Balearic Islands, Spain
Balearic Islands, Spain | Mallorca Sotheby’s International Realty

As summer heats up, it’s the perfect time to move dinner outdoors. Whether in the shade of ivy-covered pergolas or on warm, sun-dappled terraces, spending more time outside is a premium perk of warm weather—even better when accompanied by a great meal, a glass of wine, and good company.

For all your seasonal soirées, let these six outdoor kitchens inspire you to refresh your outdoor spaces this summer. With the right details, any patio can become part of a restorative indoor/outdoor summer lifestyle.

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Finding the Right Hong Kong Neighborhood

Are you new to Hong Kong or deciding which area of the city you should move to? Although Hong Kong is known as a tiny island, each part has its own distinct characteristics. Here, we have listed out some of the most sought-after neighborhoods in Hong Kong for you to make the decision!

THE PEAK PROPERTIES

The Peak

The Peak, which is one of the most affluent residential areas in Hong Kong, makes up a large chunk of the island’s western half. From peaceful tree-lined streets to exclusive real estates in The Peak, the picture-worthy views can never be unseen. Aside from the perfect neighborhoods, the Peak Tower allows you to enjoy the 360-degree breathtaking sceneries of Hong Kong.

Why you should consider:
High accessibility with pristine views, fantastic area for nature lovers and hikers covering hills such as Lung Fu Shan, High West and the Peak hilltop.

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Extra Room Design

8 Ideas for Transforming an Extra Room

Gdnyia, Poland
Gdnyia, Poland | Poland Sotheby’s International Realty

Much like petits fours at the end of a delicious meal, an auxiliary room can often sweeten the deal when deciding on a property to add to your portfolio. Whether for business, in the case of a home office, or pleasure via a home theater, make the most of the extra square footage by introducing one of these additions to your home.

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Design ideas

Think Big | 6 Design Ideas That Changed History

San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
San Miguel de Allende, Mexico | Wesley Gleason, Agave Sotheby’s International Realty

Many major art and design movements arrive on the scene with a bang—they are disruptive, brought to light by risk takers who question the status quo. Others blossom more slowly, coming to fruition after much trial and error. And throughout the 20th and 21st centuries, there have been a handful of visual art and design movements that changed the way we think about architecture, style, and aesthetics.

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