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It goes without saying that when it comes to real estate, location is everything. Whether it’s a neighborhood, suburb, or arrondissement, many of us place a premium on location, and search carefully for the perfect home in just the right place. But there is another solution: why not build around your ideal lifestyle? A raw plot of land presents the ultimate blank slate on which to craft the home of your passions, whether they include making wine, rearing cattle, or enjoying leisurely solitude by the sea. Below, these five plots present striking possibilities for building your dream home from the ground up. @SothebysRealty 🏡

About 18 Harbor Island A landmark promontory location defining the spirit of the Newport Harbor – 18 Harbor Island. Here classic architectural structure meets a forward-thinking design aesthetic, creating a one-of-a-kind waterfront treasure with over 300 feet of bay frontage.  With clean lines, open space and purity of form the re-mastered residence with a total building size of approximately 16,000 square feet lives graciously with large-scale rooms and a panorama of sublime water views.  Beautifully and tastefully appointed the exquisite finishes and custom refinements are flawlessly employed. Abundant natural light cascades throughout the formal and informal spaces, illuminating the myriad bespoke details of this transformed neoclassic home.  The grand-scale of the interior balances seamlessly with multiple exterior limestone terraces, flowing gardens, and a magnificent pool surrounded by the glistening waterfront and captivating, lively views of the harbor turning basin.  A n

Highlights from last week’s top luxury real estate news stories, including a loft in San Francisco with a secret room and an apartment in New York City’s iconic Dakota building. Art Of Living #Properties 🏡

From a Mediterranean-inspired villa in Palm Beach, designed by the legendary Addison Mizner, to a Saint Helena vineyard estate, created from Captain Thomas Amesbury’s 1886 pre-prohibition stone winery, here are seven storybook historic homes. #ArtOfLiving #Properties  🏡

This unique 6,580 square foot house in Wood Run is not just a great home, but a brilliant, three-dimensional piece of art itself. Every aspect of this home is custom made with extraordinary materials and custom craftsmanship. Display your art collection in this contemporary ski lodge to add your personal touch. Home features six bedrooms and baths, media/recreation room, indoor pool, Tischler and Crittal windows, natural stream and pond. Easy ski access. For those who accept only the finest you must see and feel this home to appreciate the level of quality. View Gallery

This elegantly crafted bespoke home was designed by renowned architect, Stuart Howard and is located in the heart of Calgary’s prestigious inner-city neighborhood of Pump Hill. Planned and constructed using ICF concrete technology with hydronic heating throughout entire home, including the garage, brings comfort of living to new heights. Discover luxury home tours from around the world on the Extraordinary Living Blog