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e Dear Readers,

ven in the infancy of cultural history, art and architecture already formed a symbiotic relationship. Back then, it was predominantly sacred buildings that were erected in the spirit of the arts. Cathedrals, synagogues, mosques and pyramids were not just technically staggering, but also artistic revelations by virtuoso architects. During the European Middle Ages, the ruling elites reinforced their claim to power with elaborately designed cas-

tles and palaces. Only since the advent of the Modern Age, in the mid-19th century, has the concept of purely functional buildings been able to make a breakthrough. Since that time, the notion of limiting architecture to solely functional structures has become ever more prominent. The state has responded to criticisms that architecture has become devoid of meaning by committing a percentage of its construction budgets to funding public art. Private developers have increasingly followed this example. Numerous companies have created architecturally ambitious buildings to house their company headquarters. Investors try to make a statement with spectacular new developments. The appeal of living and working in a property is increased if it is superbly designed.

In the current edition, we demonstrate that art, inside buildings and in the public sphere, not only engenders cultural identity, but also imbues buildings with their soul. Modern museums combine these two aspects especially powerfully: their external design also reflects the nature of the exhibits they contain. Moreover, Global Guide features – as usual – the most spectacular pieces of residential real estate from around the world, characterized by various architectural styles.

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longing for Substance it is often the details that stay with me. how naturally ronald s. Lauder surrounds himself with incredibly high-value art in his Manhattan office. With how much pleasure the serious businessman wanted to make sure i got to see his archive, a tiny room with thousands of folders in which he catalogues his collections. and – possibly the most candid moment – how he admitted, almost in passing, that he was not very good at being a friend. i left his office entirely charmed by such unpretentiousness, integrity and serenity. the essence of these values is also reflected in the designs of Jean prouvé and may be one of the reasons for the current prouvé revival which his daughter so kindly explained in a very rare interview. the elegant hotels of the oetker Collection also pride themselves on similar attributes. above all else, they stand for first-class service and the utmost discretion.

We hope you enjoy this new edition of GG,

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The trend of rediscovering the values of times past was also in evidence at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed, where vintage cars fetched record prices at auction. To celebrate the brand’s 50th birthday, Porsche erected a sculpture featuring three of its models at the festival.

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recognizing greatness

centre pompidou In 1971, Jean Prouvé was appointed chairman of the committee overseeing the design competition for the new museum of modern art in Paris. The Frenchman, who championed the design by Renzo Piano, Richard Rogers and Gianfranco Franchini, astutely recognized the unique nature of their proposal. Today, the Centre Pompidou houses the Jean Prouvé Archive.

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andrea SzaKáloS We owe the “for sale” story starting on page 64 to this 39-year-old native Hungarian. Five years ago, she left her job in banking to become a real estate consultant at the Engel & Völkers shop “Buda Hill Center” in Budapest. In her leisure time, Andrea Szakálos enjoys traveling all over the world.

claudia Bette-Wenngatz When she isn’t on assignment in Bhutan for Vogue, aboard the Sea Cloud for German magazine Bunte, in Vietnam for Falstaff or in Monaco for Traveller’s World, the author is just as happy working on her home soil in Germany. For GG, she interviewed Frank Marrenbach, CEO of the Oetker Collection.

Prowess and enthusiasm

renee price Her exceptional and enthusiastic support proved invaluable in the production of our cover story about art collector Ronald S. Lauder: Vienna native Renee Price is truly multi-talented. The dynamic director of the Neue Galerie museum in New York is also the author of the book New Worlds: German and Austrian Art 1890–1940.

We respectfully say “Thank you!”

nathalie KerSten After twelve exciting years in the UK our new publishing assistant felt compelled to return to her hometown of Hamburg. She has already settled in well at the office, and once her two dogs have finally joined her here in Germany, she will truly feel at home.

We’re very happy to have you, welcome to GG, Nathalie!

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norman Kietzmann The eminent architect Tadao Ando has proved that material qualities can be coaxed out of concrete. From the window of his Milan apartment, our Berlin-born author can see one of Ando’s buildings: the Teatro Armani. It was also here in his adopted hometown that Kietzmann interviewed the Japanese concrete poet.

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INteRvIeW Swiss designer Alfredo häberli prefers all things light, like this comfortable “milord” armchair (Zanotta).

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At home “I started collecting when I was 14!” Ronald S. Lauder, son of the legendary estée Lauder, is a passionate art collector and dedicated philanthropist.

A conversation about values, the Berlin City Palace and his Neue Galerie museum.

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18 Diving, hiking, searching for hidden

treasures: relax in the unspoiled natural beauty of the Seychelles.

ARt&DeSIGN Contemporary living: the moooi showroom in Amsterdam features classics by marcel Wanders & Co. A must-see!

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22 Art you can look at, touch and walk across: bridges, boats and books …

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thropist. Ronald S. Lauder on passions, culture, art and family.

Brignone has built an unconventional hideaway on the Costa Careyes. collectors love objects by French designer and architect Jean Prouvé.

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architect Tadao Ando is the master of concrete and straight lines.

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items and the radical imagination.

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FOR SALE A Home with a view: located in Budapest’s exclusive Svábhegy neighborhood, this building designed by architect Gábor Városi boasts a stunning view of the city. The fine arts graduate says he sees the building as a sculpture.

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216 The unique Oetker Collection:

the world’s most beautiful hotels.

SOCIETY

220 All in white: Christian Völkers’ annual polo event in Majorca.

BOOKS

222 Thrillers, gems and curiosities

for coffee tables and night stands – plus a literary piece of furniture.

PERSONAL

226 Gigantic: the “Blue Planet” aquar-

PHOTOS: MARK SEELEN (1), JAMES SILVERMAN (1)

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AT HOME Recollections: Catherine Prouvé remembers her father, the designer and architect Jean Prouvé.

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AT HOME An Italian in Mexico: Gianfranco Brignone has created an unconventional sanctuary on the Costa Careyes, in which the color indigo and curved lines predominate.

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10 Longing for substance 224 Where we found it all: names,

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115 Islands of Bliss

Imagine magnificent beaches framed by granite cliffs and coconut palms; the crystal-clear waters glisten pale turquoise and azure in the sunlight while you relax in the shade of the takamaka trees. Fly to the Seychelles and you’ll find yourself in heaven. Temperatures lie between 24°C and 30°C all year round, with the water a balmy 26°C, making these islands in the Indian Ocean the perfect place to escape the northern winter. Once there, you have your pick of activities: unwinding on the beach, diving or hiking, feeding the turtles or hunting for buried treasure….

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Excellent outlook: whether from the Four Seasons’ spa, or from your own patio and pool, stunning sea views open up almost everywhere.

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Paradise Found!

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People say that exquisite treasures usually lie concealed in remote places. The Seychelles were once so hidden away that they were a favorite port of call for pirates looking to bury their loot. While the 115 islands in the Indian Ocean are still rather remote – “a thousand miles from anywhere,” as the song goes – they are now easily accessible by plane. Today, however, their most precious treasures are their areas of unspoiled natural beauty. TEXT: Angelika Schwaff

Famous in Europe: the “Summer Dreamin’” rum commercial was shot on Grand Anse beach on the island of La Digue.

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Animals close up: the giant tortoises are happy to be fed by visitors. Traditional ox-drawn carts are still in use on the smaller islands.

PHOTOS: GERARD LAROSE (1), PETER VITALE (1), TONY BASKEYFIELD (1), RAYMOND SAHUQUET (1)

Relaxation done right: The Four Seasons Seychelles offers unadulterated luxury. Even the smaller villas have private infinity pools.

Above and beneath the water: Flora and fauna are protected by law. The Vallée de Mai nature reserve is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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ers are right next to the side of one of the small roads. Some are surrounded by large rocks; others by green hillsides. The water often wait for the staff member showing you around your villa to leave. I am finding this extremely difficult. seems to be too beautiful to be real.

There is nothing amiss, nothing I would need to get One beach is particularly unique: when I arrive at Grand Anse upset about. Quite to the contrary – I feel an urge beach on the island of La Digue, it is as if someone had opened the pages of a gigantic picture book. In the 1990s, what is probably the to whoop with sheer delight. But I manage to control myself… Finally, I am alone. I have arrived in most famous rum commercial of all times was shot right here on this paradise. From the terrace, I survey my private inbeach. Everyone knows the tune “Come on over, have some fun …!” finity pool, which is surrounded on all sides by lush Okay, I will do just that and jump into the waves. The water tempergreen. A little farther, I see a turquoise bay. Far off ature here is a pleasant 27 degrees centigrade all year round, and the in the distance, the sea and the sky seem to fuse into a single shade of sea feels as smooth as the powdery sands. A short distance away, a blue. Places like this leave me speechless. The Seychelles are, without group of divers emerges from the blue waters. This is a rare sight, bedoubt, one of the world’s dream destinations. Even years before my accause the sea around the Seychelles has so far escaped mass tourism. tual trip, I was surfing the Internet, The divers grin from ear to ear. I looking at pictures of the islands. swim towards them to find out Now I am actually here. why. Maybe they have found a hidJust touching down in the Seyden treasure? They say they have, chelles is a special experience, even and a live one at that: a colorful lifor seasoned travelers. The 115 isonfish, which is native to these walands vary in size and are located ters and very distinctive, thanks to in the Indian Ocean east of Africa its magnificent antennae. and north of Mauritius and Madreasures of a different kind are said to be located on agascar. Seen from the air, they seem like specks of land scattered Moyenne, one of the smallacross the sea, dominated by hues er islands, as well as on Silhouof green, gold and turquoise. No ette Island. It is rumored that “La sooner have they passed through Buse’s treasure” was actually burimmigration, than visitors receive ied somewhere here, as well as that a very special souvenir. Those who of French corsair Jean-François have the outline of a Coco de Mer Hodoul. At the end of the 18th cenhoT TIps palm tree stamped in their passtury, he is reputed to have boardGeTTInG There port are among the chosen few who ed and raided a number of BritFly to seychelles International airport on have had the privilege of seeing this ish ships, and his loot consisted of the island of Mahé. From there, flights to a few of the smaller islands are available. paradise in person. pearls, gold and coins. Oh well, it’s accoMModaTIon The island of Mahé, on which inprobably best to leave the search to The Four seasons seychelles offers exclusive, private ternational visitors first land, is the real treasure hunters. villas of different sizes, with their own pools.

Seychelles’ main and largest island, Praslin Island, the Seychelles’ acTIvITIes The Botanical Gardens provide an insight into the measuring 27 kilometers in length. second largest, also has someislands’ native plant life. only the vallée de Mai nature Nevertheless, it takes roughly thing to offer adventurers. It feareserve on the island of praslin is more authentic. an hour to get from one side of tures what must be the world’s For ruM lovers Mahé to the other, as you have to most beautiful tropical nature reon the island of Mahé there is a rum distillery.

It produces excellent liquor and offers tours around cross some mountains on windserve: Vallée de Mai, which has the facility. www.takamakabay.com ing roads with tight bends. These been declared a UNESCO World For FoodIes lead through lush jungle, and past Heritage Site. Geographically isoa visit to the market in the capital victoria is a must. open daily except sundays. turquoise bays and palm tree-lined lated for a very long time, the isshores, where fishermen sell their land’s flora and fauna have evolved catch, girls and boys in school unito be utterly unique. Nor did this fact escape the Seychelles government, which soon recognized that forms wait for the bus, and reggae tunes boom from inside the bars. the natural beauty of the island was its most important asset – and Heavily laden pick-up trucks can be seen driving everywhere. On the smaller islands, these are replaced by traditional ox-drawn carts, which became the first government to enshrine the protection of natural can be challenging for people with a delicate sense of smell... beauty in law. Doing so evidently does not come cheap, but has been t the Botanical Gardens in Mahé I am greeted with a Creole made possible thanks to the island’s revenues from tourism.

“Bonzour.” Here, I see an actual Coco de Mer palm tree for In the evening, after returning to my personal paradise at the Four the first time. It is magnificent. The iconic tree can grow to Seasons, I get an introduction to the secrets of the islands’ Creole cuia height of 24 meters. The old palm trees in the gardens are a great sine. People here use all the ingredients the sea and the forests have source of shade for the giant tortoises, which also live here. And when to offer, including coconuts, of course. I help the chef prepare three tourists pass by, there is great excitement. You are allowed to feed the courses: a fresh, spicy salad as an appetizer, a fish curry for the main tortoises with various greens. I could have done this for hours, had course and a dessert with an eye-watering calorie count – baked bait not been for the hot weather. I really felt like a dip in the ocean. nanas with ice cream. By the time my delicious meal has been conOne thing I learned quickly: looking for the best beaches in the Seysumed and I am standing on the beach – cocktail in hand – the sun has long set, leaving only a faint, reddish glimmer on the horizon. chelles is an idle and unnecessary pursuit. It would be silly to try, as I glance left and right, place my glass on the sand and jump fully a smiling local man revealed to me. This is because every one of the beaches on the islands is stunning. Some are secluded, while othclothed back into the sea. I’m here already, after all … as

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Effortless Art

The whole world is a work of art, and we join in, too: Paris, Amsterdam, New York….

NATURE STUDY Following architect Frank Lloyd Wright’s maxim: “Study nature, love nature, stay close to nature!” is child’s play with the “Waterlily” coffee table by Malabar.

ANALYSIS: ART Exhibitions at the Espace Culturel Louis Vuitton on the Champs Elysées in Paris are a must for art lovers. A comprehensive illustrated book presents a retrospective of the shows since 2006, e.g. “Otherness. I is someone else.”

ROOM SERVICE 2.0 A hotel room with direct access to a prestigious department store? No problem: Guests at The Mark Hotel in New York can have their purchases delivered to their room, 24/7. All it takes is a call to the concierge.

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OOOH! BOAT Perfect for breakfast in St. Tropez, lunch in Antibes and dinner in Monaco: the “Aeroboat” – one of the fastest and most elegant small yachts

by Claydon Reeves – was inspired by the Spitfire fighter aircraft and is equipped with a Rolls-Royce Merlin V12 engine.

MUST-VISIT The Dutch word for beautiful is “mooi,” and the MOOOI showroom in Amsterdam is exactly that: fi lled with beautiful and inspirational interior design ideas featuring an array of lights, furniture and accessories. Design is a question of love!

TEXT: SUSANNE KALOFF ; PHOTOS: © TOMOKO SAWADA (1), © GIL YEFMAN (1), © OMA (1), NICOLE MARNATI COURTESY OF MOOOI JULY 2013 (1)

CULTURAL CROSSING Rather than a bridge over troubled water, this is a bridge for the 21st century, designed to span the river Garonne in Bordeaux. The scheme – one of two finalists in the design competition – was conceived by renowned architect Rem Koolhaas and his Rotterdambased firm OMA. With a length of 545 meters and a width of 44 meters, the proposed Jean-Jacques Bosc Bridge could provide a platform for all the city’s cultural events. Its almost primitive structure allows for lots to take place on it, and in the river below.

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INTERVIEW

Master of the Light Touch Alfredo Häberli knows how to combine the beautiful with the practical, and he transforms everyday items into art. The Swiss designer’s works have a deep emotionality and embody a sense of lightness.

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Alfredo Häberli, born in Argentina in 1964, moved to Switzerland at age 13. The renowned Swiss designer has commissions from all over the world.

1 “Alfredo Key Ring, Boy” (Georg Jensen) 2 Sofa “Cucco” (Arflex Japan) 3 Pot “Caquelon COMPLET” (Betty Bossi) 4 Caraffe and glasses from the Essence Collection (Iittala) 5 “Peacock Pitcher” and salt/sugar dispenser “Alfredo” (Georg Jensen) 6 Clothes hanger from the Solid Collection (Mater) 7 Plywood chair “Jill” (Vitra) 8 “April” tables made of oak, birch or ash (Nikari) 9 Bowl “Malvinas” (Danese) 10 The “25 hours Hotel Zürich West” is a member of the Design Hotels group.

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Alfredo – the Argentinean – has become uniquely, distinctively merged with Häberli – the Swiss: together they have succeeded in combining tradition with innovation, and pleasure with energy.

How would you best describe your style? My design is not about formal preferences or about a specific style, but rather about a mindset that manifests itself in objects.

Which of your designs are you particularly proud of? I would say the “25 hours Hotel Zürich West,” where over a period of three years I attempted to combine and marry all possible ideas and fields.

The entire hotel is an oeuvre with beds.

Design is fun because …? Every day starts anew.

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vide pleasure, or be a faithful companion over time. Maybe trigger a smile? Be missed when it’s not there?

What does functionality mean to you? For me the challenge is to keep working on an object until it becomes useful, thought-provoking and has a soul. However, I myself possess objects that are not functional – their “function” lies elsewhere.

What does Swiss design stand for? Radicalizing the imagination.

What does your home look like? More or less Scandinavian. Colorful, lots of art and books, not very much Häberli. And at the moment it’s like a zoo, with an alpaca, six dwarf silkie hens, three cats ... and an elephant, but it’s made of plywood and is part of the design.

Have you got a mission? It’s more a motto: choose the profession that you truly love and you’ll never have to work.

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1 CLEAN CHIC This swinging ’60s coat by Temperley London is sure to see off the winter blues!

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11 WHITE SWAN Make art with these napkin holders. Peleg Design, approximately € 20.

3 SPARKLER Gatsby would approve: “Thirties” chandelier by B2P, approx. € 41,000.

4 BABYLON For a tower of flowers: vase from Dedon’s first accessories collection, approx. € 120.

5 FABULOUS White gold necklace with a cultured South Sea pearl. Wilm, approx. € 7,200.

12 CLASSIC The “Florence Knoll Sofa” is a design from 1954! Knoll, approx. € 9,000.

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Fope Gioielli, approximately € 800.

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13 ICONIC Chanel knows our taste very well: fashionable, 18-karat gold timepiece “J12,” price on request.

14 BRILLIANT Stackable “Bouton” rings by Tamara Comolli, approximately € 3,200.

15 SOFTY Relax in style with this striped cushion

by Esprit Home, approximately € 25.

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7 BOW WOW! How much is that doggie in the window? Ceramic “White Whippet,” Jonathan Adler, approx € 80.

8 MASTERPIECE “Meisterstück Solitaire Tribute to the Mont Blanc” pays homage to Europe’s highest peak. Montblanc, approx. € 900.

10 DELICATE Spun from silver wire: bowl “Pallottola” by Lambert, approximately € 60.

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16 LOVEBIRDS Romantic fragranced candle by Mathilde M. From B2P, approx. € 15.

17 REGAL A true throne: Jaime Hayon’s “Tudor Chair.” Established & Sons, approximately € 1,300.

TEXT: SUSANNE KALOFF; PHOTOS: GORUNWAY.COM (1), C.PIECHA (1), COURTESY OF KNOLL, INC. (1), PETER GUENZEL (1)

2 ACCENTUATE Light up life’s treasures with the “Cata” LED spotlight. Artemide, price on request.

9 PRECIOUS Keep your valuables close: piano lacquer jewelry box. Philippi, approx. € 100.

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AT HOME

RONALD LAUDER GIANFRANCO BRIGNONE JEAN PROUVÉ TADAO ANDO

Art, Art, Art!

PHOTO: MARK SEELEN

You can tell by the way he is standing there in the impressive museum he built, the Neue Galerie in New York City, that Ronald S. Lauder is a busy man. His mind is already racing ahead to the next appointment. The other day he had an audience with the Pope, followed by a visit from the German Foreign Minister. So it’s not surprising that the passionate art collector doesn’t find much time to see his friends. And makes it all the more astonishing that he granted us an hour of his valuable time.

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Top lefT: painTing “porTraiT of a seaTed man” by richard gersTl 1907

Exquisite art, unexpected variety, and absolute discretion. Ronald S. Lauder is widely admired as a passionate and shrewd collector.

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Believe in your passion! That is possibly the most important lesson that Estée Lauder imparted on her youngest son Ronald. Today, Ronald S. Lauder, one of the wealthiest men in the world, is a widely admired art collector, a committed philanthropist and the dedicated president of the World Jewish Congress. A conversation – about his famous mother, the Berlin City Palace and his museum, the Neue Galerie. IntervIew: Michaela Cordes Photos: Mark seelen ProduCtIon: Janine weitenauer

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Top lefT: painTing “porTraiT of a seaTed man” by richard gersTl 1907; “Knieschwimmer” armchair by adolf loos circa 1930

“In my parents’ house there was no single work of art. But I loved art books as a child, which is how I discovered Klimt and Schiele.”

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chair by Joseph Urban 1902

The Neue Galerie’s collection was co-curated by art dealer Serge Sarbarsky, a personal friend of Ronald S. Lauder’s for 30 years.

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“When I can’t sleep I sometimes think of the ten paintings I still want to own; or of friends that I should call.”

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Ronald S. Lauder divides works of art into three categories: “Oh,”,“Oh my” and “Oh my God.” Most in the latter category belong to him.

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“When I was a teenager, I started collecting German and Austrian art. At the time, no one else was interested in it.”

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top left: painting, “the dancer” by gustav Klimt 1916-18; top right: painting “forsthaus in Weissenbach am attersee” by gustav Klimt 1912; mantle clocK created for the hopfner restaurant by Joseph urban 1906

lauder’s museum, which was inspired by the “neue Galerie” in Vienna, was designed with the help of architect annabelle Selldorf.

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he headquarters of Estee Lauder Companies are located dizzyingly high above Central Park

in the GM Building in Manhattan.Having arrived in the office of the chairman of Clinique Laboratories, it’s instantly clear: Ronald S. Lauder loves art! The unpretentious office seems almost crammed with impeccable objects. His receptionist asks me to take a seat on a brown leather couch, next to a work by Gerhard Richter, a wooden sled by Joseph Beuys and stacks of art books. “Guten Tag,” says Ronald Lauder in fluent German and shakes my hand.

Ronald S. Lauder is father of two daughters (Aerin, the brand’s ambassador, vice president of global marketing, and the founder of her own, new label “Aerin”; and Jane, who manages the Origins, Ojon and Darphin brands). He is also the younger son of the legendary Estée Lauder, who started a cosmetics empire in 1935 by mixing creams in her kitchen. Today, the Lauders are considered America’s unofficial royal family – admired for their discretion and contribution to public affairs. Ronald Lauder, who lived for two years in Vienna as US ambassador under the Reagan administration, travels all over the globe in his capacity as president of the World Jewish Congress, and has built a spectacular museum in Manhattan for his impressive collection of German and Austrian art.

when women had no role to play. But when she was with me, she was a typical mother who worried about me, my food, what I was doing. And then there was the other part of her when she was away, when she was working. She kept these two lives very separate. I grew up accepting it.

She taught me that in order to be successful, you need to be passionate. Do you see that sign on my desk that says “It can be done”? Many years ago my mother traveled to London, where she bought three of them with this motto embossed in leather, at Asprey. She gave one to me, kept one for herself and gave the third to President Reagan. It was on his desk in the Oval Office during the whole of his presidency. The truth is: you can be successful if you are only determined enough.

You and Henry Kissinger are both among the

Did you inherit your keen interest in art

honorary board members of the committee

from your mother? No, in my parents’ house

for the reconstruction of the Berlin City Pal-

Is your involvement with the project also a

there was not a single work of art. But as a boy of 10 or 12, I began collecting art books.

My favorite bookstore was right here on Lexington Avenue in Manhattan. That’s how I discovered Klimt and Schiele. I still have my first work of art: a watercolor by Jules Pascal that I bought for 300 dollars. I was only 14 at the time. A teenager!

sign of forgiveness? No, not at all. I love Ger-

Today, you own collections that are said to

many and the Germans. But I will always find what happened in that country after 1933 difficult to understand.

be so extensive and comprehensive that

Collecting German and Austrian art is one

for a rare work of art that you simply have

of your great passions. (Editor’s note: in

to have? Oh yes! But more than that, it is the

2006, Lauder acquired one of the world’s

feeling of owning it afterwards. (He smiles)

ace. Where did your interest in this German project come from? When I was asked to

get involved with the palace in Berlin, I felt this is something very important. It is symbolic: we are building something together in an important place.

most valuable works of art, Klimt’s “Adele Bloch Bauer I,” for a reported 135 mil-

photo: Bert Morgan / gettyiMages

lion dollars) Why is that? How do you de-

there is hardly a museum that could house them. What still spurs you on? Is it hunting

Ronald S. Lauder (right) with his mother, the legendary Estée Lauder, and his brother Leonard Lauder, 11 years his senior.

You tend to stay away from the often noisy international art market with its fairs around the globe. You are never seen, for instance,

velop a passion for anything? You look at different pieces, and you develop certain tastes. I also collect French and American art, and Italian Arte Povera – but I just happen to love German art. I started collecting when I was a teenager. Even back then, French art was unaffordable, and German and Austrian works were very reasonable. Because nobody was interested in them at the time. So I started collecting Kirchner, Kokoschka, Schiele and Klimt. I bought some works, which are now worth between 6, 8 and 10 million dollars, for just under 25,000. There are certain people who pick stocks, there are people who believe in real estate. And there are people who look at art.

at public auctions or at Art Basel.... Nobody knows when I buy, because I never buy directly. I mostly purchase over the phone, or through two or three different buyers.

In the art world, you have an enigmatic reputation: an inscrutable

Are there any works of art out there that you still dream of owning?

and extremely discrete collector who collects in an unexpected vari-

Sometimes, when I cannot sleep at night, I think of the ten paintings I would still like to own, of all the things that I would still like to achieve, or of the people I should call. I write all of these things down, in the middle of the night.

What are the three things right at the top of the list? Art, the Jewish Congress and people. Or friends who I haven’t seen and talked to for way too long. I’m not a good friend, I’m never around.

Besides, do not forget: men find it a lot harder to share. Women are much better at that: they love to sit together for hours and chat!

They love to “quatschen”! (He smiles) MC

ety of fields. What is your impression of today’s art market, which…

... seems too hyped? The interesting thing is that I never collect in the fields that are in the spotlight at any given moment. In my opinion, the prices being asked for these works are excessive in relation to what is offered. I buy works of art in fields in which no one else is currently buying.

For example? That’s not something I talk about. (He smiles) So, let’s go back to your childhood. Your mother was enormously modern. Career women like Estée Lauder hardly existed 78 years ago….

She was unbelievably modern! A real role model for women at a time

What was the longest you have ever waited to own a work of art?

Twenty years – and it was an incredible feeling, when I finally owned it.

With the Neue Galerie, you created a whole museum. Your brother Leonard has just donated his entire Cubist collection to the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Does the Lauder family feel a strong sense of responsibility to give something back to society?

In the US it is customary, unlike in Europe, where people leave this kind of thing to the government.

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The Wonderful World of Señor Brignone

Unspoiled, breathtakingly beautiful, and at the same time exciting: in the early 1970s, Gianfranco Brignone started his life over on the Costa Careyes in Mexico. With the aid of local top architects, the son of an Italian banker built a development of unconventional residences for himself and his family on the “tortoise shell coast.” Today, Careyes is a destination for celebrities from around the world. At the age of 85, the sophisticated founder of the Careyes complex still lives there: in his indigo fortress on a cliff overlooking the Pacific Ocean.TexT:CamillaPéus PhoTos:Jamessilverman

“Tiger House” was painted in white, green and blue hues. Over the years, the sun and the salt have turned these into a beautiful patina.

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The bedroom floors boast a finish of shiny pool paint. Around the bed behind the plinth are treasures found by Brignone himself.

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“It was love at first sight. Pure, savage beauty.

No woman has ever touched me in the same way Careyes has.

Here, I have managed to find peace of mind.”

GianFranco BriGnone

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“Careyes is the product of many coincidences.

People just dropped by and helped out, including the architects who never used any right angles.”

Filippo Brignone

The ladder fixed to the library wall leads skyward. A bottle of tequila has been placed on its top rung to placate alien invaders.

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Like a tropical cathedral, a gigantic palapa roof towers over the patio, which boasts one of the best panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean.

“At the secluded Careyes resort, even workaholics find tranquility. In any case, our advice on cell phones is: switch it off, hide it, or lose it!”

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This is also the place where Gianfranco Brignone sets out on this should be in a book of fairy tales: a young Italian from daily rounds of the property. He surveys the new building projects, monitors the property sales on his land, and discusses the day-to-day Turin, only 22 years old, acquires a bank in Spain operations of the business with his two sons Giorgio and Filippo. and becomes a well-respected business man. Twenty years later, in 1968, he wants to get away from his The latter have been living here since their youth and introduced the game of polo to the meadows of Careyes. And of course, Señor Brighectic life in Europe’s financial sector. In his search none would not miss the opportunity to welcome his guests personfor a new beginning in a place far away from the economic hubs and metropolises, Gianfranco Brignone ally. Sporting pearl necklaces and a loose, whole-body “jorongo” poncho, he hugs the arriving ladies, and dispenses air kisses. Brignone flies along the “playas jaliscienses” in Mexico on a turboprop plane. Between Manzanillo and Puerto Valhas a gift for introducing the most diverse vacationers from around the world to each other, and for encouraging them to network. larta, he catches sight of his dream location: the Costa Careyes, or “tortoise shell coast”…. So, on a whim, in 1971, the banker acVIPs such as Giorgio Armani, and Bill und Melinda Gates have quired twelve kilometers of the unspoiled Pacific coastline, which strolled through the tropical gardens, while pop singer Seal bought one of the houses built into the cliffs, and got married to Heidi Klum included 1,500 hectares of mangrove forests with rugged beaches that are a breeding ground for tortoises. there. (Excerpt from the conditions of sale: “The buyer must have comAnd while his friends, many of them part of the international jet mitted a majority of the seven deadly sins, and must love the music set like Mexican architect and winof the sky, the earth and the sea.”) But despite all this, nothing in Careyes ner of the 1980 Pritzker Architecture Prize Luis Barragán, John Husseems over the top or formal. Careyes ton and Fiat tycoon Gianni Agnelli, is barefoot luxury and pure underrelaxed in provisionally erected bunstatement. “We are the slowest resort galows on the beach, Gianfranco Briin the world,” says Filippo Brignone, gnone set about developing Careyes. sipping a margarita. “When guests He did so with the aid of Mexican arwho visited 20 years ago return, they chitects Alberto Manzoni and Diego often say that hardly anything has Villaseñor, and Barragán’s student changed. But in fact there have been Jean-Claude Galibert. Little by litmany improvements, a lot has been tle, he constructed a personal hidespruced up. Careyes is a work in progaway using his own, highly unconress, only the spirit of the place has ventional style. Brignone combined remained the same over the years.” colorful Mexican modernism with he spirit is symbolized by the Mediterranean openness, and here Cayeres logo, a cross between a question mark and an exclaand there, added a touch of childlike imagination, and some esoteric elemation mark, which is resplendent on Even at the age of 85, Gianfranco Brignone still ments. The towers of a fortress with the roof of the library. The combined welcomes all his guests personally. By building Careyes, the Piedmont native has fulfilled his life’s dream. overhanging wooden balconies rose punctuation marks reflect the sponup from the ground, as did starfishtaneous reactions of visitors: their shaped apartments with roof terraces and infinity pools, pink casi“Wow!” followed by a confused “Who builds such a thing? And what is it anyway?” For example, the long, crooked ladder, which protrudes far tas and romantic beach cabañas, as well as a castle in the sand with a suspension bridge leading to the neighboring cliff. Add to that, pavilbeyond the roof of the library into the blue sky, and on whose top rung ions with cathedral-like, domed palapa roofs, which are supported by a bottle of tequila and a bottle of Damiana liquor have been placed. palm tree trunks, themselves enveloped by amate tree roots.

“Should aliens ever descend from up there, the drinks will make them ext to the buildings for friends and family, Brignone built the more kindly disposed to us,” says Filippo, grinning. On the inside of the library, which is one of Gianfranco Brignone’s favorite places, El Careyes Beach Resort (today managed by Starwood Hotels shelves and sideboards made from tropical woods stretch along the & Resorts), and opened a gallery for contemporary art, a polo entire length of the rooms. They are filled with illustrated books and club and five restaurants. There are hardly any walls with right ancuriosities. Above them, hanging on long wooden poles, is a collecgles, or sharp corners. All the structures are fluid, have rounded cortion of vintage “sarapes” ponchos. Another surprising feature is a ners and seem to grow out of the rocky ground. “This is probably belarge bed, which is located in one of the corners and can be reached cause we never worked with an engineer,” says Gianfranco Brignone by climbing up a few steps. The wall is bisected only by a row of winand smiles. “In addition to that, we never use bulldozers. If there is a dows, through which you can gaze up at the sparkling firmament at rock in the way, we simply build around it,” says the Careyes foundnight. “Because of our secluded location, we do not have any light er, whose origins are only betrayed by a very slight Italian accent. pollution here,” explains Filippo Brignone. “Above Careyes, there is Today, the visionary – 85 years of age, and sporting a Santa Claus beard, velvet slippers and a cane made of root-wood – still lives in a vast, incredible night sky, which our guest can marvel at from here.” his fortress “Tigre del Mar,” which Alberto Manzoni designed in the Gianfranco Brignone’s latest project is an artists-in-residence program, co-organized by a team of curators from the LACMA museum shape of a boat. In front of the entrance to the building, he had a circular labyrinth painted on the ground, which was inspired by the in Los Angeles. “Careyes is slowly turning into a think tank,” says maze at the cathedral in Chartres and symbolizes his unusual jourhis son Filippo. A place where ideas are born, out of what is in fact ney to self-realization. In the “bow” of the building is his brightly a collaborative effort by the people of 45 different nationalities, who live and work here. Its aim is to create something sustainable, which whitewashed bedroom, which includes a fireplace. On the port side and starboard side, the curved frontage is interspersed with windows, also benefits the indigenous people of the area. The visionary would which run all the way down to the floor. These frame fantastic views of like to give back to Careyes some of the happiness and creative enerthe rain forest and spectacular sunsets, and turn the sky into a canvas.

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Talented all-rounder: Jean Prouvé, who saw himself as a design engineer, also conceived and manufactured his creations.

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Prouvé, the Pioneer

These days, his houses will fetch more than several million euros at auction, and his pieces of furniture enjoy cult status: 30 years after his death, Jean Prouvé is more popular among collectors than ever. GG met up with Catherine Prouvé, daughter of the French architect and ornamental ironworker who is one of the most influential designers of his time. interview: Uta Abendroth

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“Our family life was permeated by my father’s work. He would always be drawing while listening to Bach.”

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Prouvé at home: Jean Prouvé in the living room of his house in Nancy, France, in a “Cité” armchair he designed in 1930 for a student residence hall.

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Jean Prouvé’s furniture was largely created for schools, offices, train stations, universities and student residence halls. Since 2000, Vitra has been producing re-editions of his designs, among them the 1930 “Cité” armchair (above), the “Standard” chair from 1934/1950, the 1941 “Solvay” table and matching stool (right), the 1951 “Fauteuil Direction” armchair (left) and the 1942 “Tabouret Haut” stool (below). The unique oeuvre of the creative Frenchman comprises almost anything that can be designed and produced industrially: from letter openers to door and window fittings, and from lights and furniture to prefabricated houses and modular construction elements.

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ean Prouvé is thought to be one of the 20th century’s greatest designers and architects

– without ever having formally studied either of these subjects. The trained ornamental ironworker got his big break in 1927, when he was commissioned to create the much-noted main entrance to Robert Mallet-Stevens’ “Reifenberg” city-center villa in Paris. From that point on, he moved in the same circles as those around Le Corbusier. Prouvé championed combining art with industrial production methods in order to create well-designed, high quality furniture and buildings, which are affordable for the largest number of people possible. Today, Prouvé’s originals are much sought-after collector’s items. Last year, the “Maison des jours meilleurs,” an exceptional work made of steel and aluminum panels, which once served as a homeless shelter, was sold at Art Basel for an estimated 2.5 million euros.

In 2012, a collector paid €38,000 for the 1951 “Jib” lamp, a 1953 wardrobe with a wooden door was sold for €10,000, and a sofa made of steel, wood and aluminum for €42,000. What would your father have thought? When they were created,

Prouvé furniture and buildings were not expensive objects at all. Throughout his life, my father pursued his goal of creating affordable houses for everyone. There were so many homeless people, especially in the 1950s, and it was those people he thought of when he created his easy-to-assemble houses. I think that the prices paid for his designs are a sign of people’s appreciation and recognition of his work, but at the same time they totally contradict his goals. Did van Gogh think about the price of his paintings when he produced them? When you create something, you don’t think about what will happen to it afterwards.

You sound quite ambivalent about this. Yes, I am. After all, it was all

ably had a steel frame, which was then completed with wood, steel or aluminum panels. Our house in Nancy had sidewalls made of stone, to give it the necessary wind stability. Other than that, it was created using revamped components, or components left over from other construction projects that had not gone ahead. The building is a one-story pavilion which stretches out over a length of 27 meters, and in which the rooms are lined up, one after the other. The living room was the only room that my father designed to be very spacious.

Was this because you were a large

Yes, including my parents there were seven of us. But that was not the only reason. We were a very hospitable family; there were always uncles, cousins or nieces staying at our house. And our family life was totally permeated by my father’s work, especially when he still had the business in Nancy. Later on, when he was working in Paris, things were a bit different. But people he worked with would still often come around for a meal. family?

about innovation: my father wanted to build the best houses it was possible to build at the time, with the materiYour father was incredibly producals available. The fact that his buildtive. How did he fit everything in? He ings and furniture are today treated was a very quiet man who did not talk Living with classic designs: Catherine Prouvé and her daughter Delphine have furnished their apartments very much. But he knew what was golike museum pieces was not what he with Jean Prouvé prototypes and re-editions. had in mind. But it is a good thing that ing on at all times, because although these buildings are being sought out. he worked a lot, he always paid close Many of them are only resurfacing now, and they are not in a good attention and noticed everything. My father had a great sense of state of repair. But because large sums of money have been paid for humor, and was very adventurous and enterprising.

Prouvé designs in the last few years, they are actively being looked Can you give an example of that? In 1946 my father wanted to take for, taken apart and cleaned up. Then they become part of largeus to Great Britain for a vacation. My mother said that we had not scale exhibitions. One person who exhibits many of them is Patrick yet found a house to rent there. My father responded that one of the houses he had designed was still at the factory: “Take the house and Seguin, who specializes in these types of houses. go to England.” The components were taken from Nancy to England It seems to be a little tricky to establish who designed the houses. Can you explain why? Yes, it’s quite simple really. During World by train, accompanied by one of my father’s employees, who was well versed in the construction of the houses. My mother went first in orWar II, the French government passed a law to protect the status of architects as a profession. So after the war, it was no longer possible der to pick up all the parts from the train, and to find a plot of land to construct any buildings that had not been signed off by a qualified where we could put up the house for two months. We all followed in architect. Consequently, my father always had to collaborate with otha truck filled with the component parts of the furniture and things er people. This is why these days, there are Prouvé buildings being we needed for our vacation. Today, all this seems inconceivable to found which were built with different architects’ names appearing in me. My mother loved it! And after the vacation, my parents sold the the official documentation. But my father had created his own system house, because they did not want to take it back to France. for building houses, so it is easy to recognize his style.

Does this anecdote sum up the Jean Prouvé philosophy? Yes, I When you were a child, you yourself lived in a Prouvé house in Nanthink it does. His primary objective was mobility. His houses were cy. What was special about it? Most of the houses were built prias light as his furniture: two people and a ladder – that should be marily to be assembled quickly and easily. This is why they invariall you need to assemble a house. ua All names and addresses on page 224.

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Concrete Poetry

The walls he designs look as smooth as silk, and seem to have moved beyond the temporal. Nobody has mastered working with concrete to the same degree of virtuosity as Tadao Ando. Having started his working life more than forty years ago as a professional boxer, he only moved on to architecture later on, and is a total autodidact. TexT:NormanKietzmann

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Tadao Ando’s buildings have, thus, an ephemeral, as well as a long-lasting qualiAndo, who has lived in Osaty to them. After all, before the concrete is poured, it is necessary to construct an exact ka all his life. And if he did wooden negative of the architectural strucnot have to travel constantly from one construction ture, which is subsequently removed again. site to the next, he would In his youth, Ando spent some time working as a carpenter himself, so he knew exlike nothing better than to simply stay in the actly what standard of work he could ask city. It is where he the woodframe construction companies to produce. The more accurately the formwas born in 1941 and where he runs his own architecture firm to this day. Tadao Ando’s work panels and the concrete anchors career spans more than forty years. With were put in place, the more precise the the exception of Renzo Piano, Ando is impact of his work became. the only architect who has been able to hen a building encourages peowin all of the following accolades: the ple to meet, to talk and to stay a Pritzker Architecture Prize (1995), the while – that is the beauty of architecture,” says Tadao Ando. To him, the Praemium Imperiale (1996), the Roystrictly geometrical nature of his buildal Gold Medal awarded by the Royings is not an end in itself. Quite the conal Institute of British Architects (1997) trary; it fosters a more acute perception and the Kyoto Prize awarded by the Inamori Foundation (2002). of light, shade, wind and movement. The But unlike Piano, the master builder three churches designed by Ando, which from Genoa, who – as the offspring of are each dedicated to one of the elements a family of property developers – was of nature, seem like a manifesto of senpractically born into the field, the teensuality: the Church of the Wind (1986) on Mount Rokko in Kobe, the Church age Ando started his working life as a professional boxer and worked as a truck on the Water in Hokkaido (1988) and the driver on the side. Only in his mid-twenChurch of the Light in Osaka (1989). In ties did he start engrossing himself in arall of them, indoor and outdoor spaces chitecture. After several trips to Europe are interconnected, while the approachand North America, where he visited es to the buildings are also treated as the buildings designed by Le Corbusier, part of their architecture.

The same is true for the conference paMies van der Rohe, Frank Lloyd Wright and Louis Kahn, he opened his own arvilion on the Vitra Campus in Weil am chitecture firm in Osaka in 1968. The auRhine in Germany – Ando’s first buildtodidact, who had never formally studied ing outside of Japan, constructed in 1993 the subject or trained in the field, had – which has been carefully located in a to wait a long time before finally turncherry tree meadow. In order to minimize the impact of the two-story building his first project into reality in 1976.

But it was worth the wait. ing in relation to the trees, its bottom half he cubic severity and pure exhas been built into the ground. The narThe curved ceiling of the Modern Art posed concrete of the Azuma famrow footpath does not lead directly to the Museum in Fort Worth (2002) pays tribute to the ily residence in Sumiyoshi anticnearby kimbell Art Museum by Louis kahn. building. Rather, it allows visitors to colipated the winning formula of Ando’s lect their thoughts before entering the palater buildings. “When I first started using concrete, however, is not solely rooted in the vilion by changing its direction several times. quality of the surfaces, but also in the traces exposed concrete for outdoor and indoor “It is important to give a place its own identhe construction methods leave behind. The spaces, it seemed very radical. Nobody could tity. But it is often better to limit these gesproportions of the formwork panels, which tures, especially in historical buildings,” imagine living in such an environment,” restresses Tadao Ando. When turning the members the 72-year-old architect. UndoubtAndo uses and with which the poured conPunta della Dogana in Venice (2007-2009) edly, Le Corbusier and Louis Kahn had alcrete is molded, are based on a quintessenready proved their virtuosity in working with tially Japanese way of sizing rooms: tradiinto the François Pinault Foundation’s art tional tatami floor mats. These form the concrete. But Ando was not satisfied with museum, Ando exercised restraint in terms basis of the outlines of all rooms and apartof employing his preferred materials. He employing the material solely as a means of expression, used for creating a structure. ments in Japan. But it is not just the mats only included a single cubic room with exposed concrete walls in the former cusHe also examined its composition. which create visible patterns on the walls.

Concrete anchors, which are made of steel toms post of the city – with the desired efIn order to imbue the “marble of the 20th century” (Ando) with smooth, high-qualiand connect two formwork panels each, leave fect. “Inserting minimalist architecture into ty surfaces, he worked on a new ideal mixholes in the concrete. But instead of being a 15th century building can really bring to plastered over, the holes are left to form a ing ratio of water to cement. While a highlife the old and the new,” says Tadao Ando. striking pattern, which extends across the er water content does make concrete easier You could also say: withholding resourcto pour, it also renders it more delicate and, inner and outer walls of the buildings and so es is the most emphatic way of giving the in turn, reduces its durability. The solution, illustrates the construction process. space the respect it is due. nk feeling of connectedness to a

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which Ando pursued subsequently, involved changing the construction process: his desired goal could be achieved by using concrete with a slightly lower water content, and by pouring this continuously – provided that no mistakes were made. All too aware that the success or failure of his buildings lay in the hands of the concrete workers, Ando often supervised the works himself. His perfectionism made more than a few property developers incandescent with rage.

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Nowadays he is, first and foremost, an architect of passion and by profession – but nevertheless he remains a true artist at heart. He just loves unconventional design, the play of forms and colours. After his galvanising student days at the Academy of fine Arts in budapest, this Hungarian gentleman went on to acquire a teacher’s diploma in line with his Master’s degree in Arts, Aesthetics and Art History. “ever since my childhood i have been thrilled both by buildings and works of art as a composition,” he says, as the father of a little daughter. it is the connection between architecture and art above all else that has fascinated him from such a young age and marks his signature architectural style to this day. He sees buildings as sculptures and often works as his own client – something that is certainly in his own interests. “i build my houses usually as my own investment, meaning i am working for myself and have total freedom to implement all of my seemingly absurd ideas without any intervention from anyone else,” says városi, smiling.

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neglected architectural scene that needed to be given the kiss of life with some renewed dynamism and creativity. in the midst of generating these fresh thoughts and ideas to shake up the sleepy market, városi began creating sculptural houses and expressing himself through his artistic, architectural and art historical sensibilities. today he proudly unveils one of his latest projects: this futuristic architectural specimen is the truly spectacular residential complex “Art Home”, which accommodates two exclusive freehold apartments. it is located in svábhegy, an upmarket district just 10 minutes’ drive from the cen-

he artist has devoted his sole attention to residential houses, since

they provide the greatest creative scope for imagination to build in. Gábor városi values his artist’s lifestyle a great deal, and it is just as unconventional as his architectural output: “A creative day for me never begins too early – you cannot be creative and have good ideas with deep wrinkles from a lack of sleep,” városi laughs. “A cappuccino is always part of the best way to start the day, along with a little sport later on in the morning.” He likes to bring his new ideas into focus while running or meditating. escaping the city and heading for the peace and tranquillity of the countryside is also a favourite way for the artist to find space for his thoughts. Good food, sufficient rest and physical well-being are not neglected in the városi household.

“As Hungary witnessed a change of regime and an opening of borders into europe, a huge wave of euphoria swept across the country,” the architect recalls. one downside of this however was that it left behind a badly

The mastermind behind “Art Home”, Gábor Városi is immensely proud of his values as a passionate artist and loving family man.

tre of budapest. “it is always paramount for me to free my mind completely during the conception of a design. At the beginning of a project, i also urge my colleagues to forget any restrictive parameters and instead to think and draw big. something so big that they didn’t even dare to draw it at university. the concept has to grow wings and take flight – then we can always clear back from there and decide how best to proceed.” the aim when devising the special aura of this building was to create a striking counter-pole to the popular and often overplayed style of minimalism. surrounded by a vast nature reserve, the structure of the building adheres

to a form that provides an easy continuum for organic shapes whilst statically supporting the large terraces. the construction of the façade, reminiscent of a spider’s web, appears both to envelope and protect the corpus of the house, which is made almost entirely of glass and thus flooded with daylight. it looks almost as though an incredible, giant sculpture has landed in the lush countryside. two exclusive freehold apartments occupy the ground and first floor of the house respectively, and can be reached here via a fully glazed, virtually silent elevator.

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for sale spans approximately 240 sqm in total, affording lightflooded interiors including two bathrooms, three bedrooms and a large living and dining area of some 74 sqm, which flows seamlessly onto the expansive southeastfacing terrace (approx. 75 sqm). from every room in this exclusive architectural masterpiece, sensational views can be enjoyed over the lush-green undulating countryside of the buda Hills looking out towards the highlands. the spatial combination of bedroom and bathroom is another incredible highlight of this home.

Unconventional architectural design incorporates glass surfaces along three elevations of the space, creating the sensation for the owner of being right in the garden. “the generation of visual joy, combined with the highest possible functionality – that was my overarching aim here,” says városi. “My developments are always adventures in form! As well as aspiring to design excellence in an aesthetic sense, the house is also fitted with technology that is state of the art, with other amenities for uncompromised comfort like underfloor heating and air-conditioning.” the future owner can also look forward to three parking spaces in the underground garage. A Japanese garden with a heated outdoor swimming pool for exclusive usage rounds off this dream home, along with splendid views overlooking the romantic city of budapest. Gábor városi lives the carefree life of an artist, spiced up with the smaller hedonist privileges of a thoroughly successful architect. “My love and i wander around the world with open eyes. i absorb all the exciting, new and outrageous ideas and initiatives, and try to reinterpret much of this in the form of my work. but at the end of the day it is my sweet little daughter villö who is my absolute first priority.”

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a Serreta” is the name of this aweinspiring historic residence, with an estate spanning approx. 600 hectares with excellent private hunting grounds, some 80 minutes’ drive northwest of Madrid. Reinvented and converted into a palace as long ago as 1469, it served as the hunting residence of the Duke of Alburquerque, and has since been owned by two other noble dynasties. The palace has been renovated by the current owner with a great deal of care and loving attention to detail, preserving the historic structures of the estate’s buildings. Inside the tastefully furnished main house there is a bright, spacious salon with two large open fireplaces and beautiful views over the plot and the mountains of the Sierra de Guadarrama. All the bedrooms on the upper level and ground floor have their own exclusive modern bathrooms. In addition to the main palace building, there is another fully furnished property that is perfectly suited for accommodating staff or guests, as well as a charming little chapel that is sanctified in the name of San Antonio. La Serrata – a unique and historic jewel in the heart of Spain.

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ust five minutes from the centre of the village of Davos, this family residence presides over a truly worldclass location. Holding the record for the highest community in Europe at over 1,560 metres above sea level, Davos has a reputation as a healthy climatic spa resort and holiday destination for skiing and nature lovers. Anyone who appreciates sumptuous home comforts will feel completely at home in this charming chalet residence set within an idyllic garden. Eight tasteful rooms, comprising four bedrooms with modern en suite bathrooms, are spread here over a total of three levels. The two top-floor suites with their exposed ceiling beams are particularly suited for relaxing in heavenly style. The spa area with a fitness room, sauna, whirlpool and steam room make real everyday treats both for body and soul. The centrepiece of the property though is the eat-in kitchen with its homely tiled stove oven and twelve dining places – just perfect for holding memorable special occasions with family and friends.

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designed in a classical chalet style. Thanks to the large sweeping windows in the homely apartments and the wonderful sunny terraces and balconies, the breathtaking mountain panorama can be cherished here to the full. The open fireplace and the premium rustic furnishings set the ideal scene for spending cosy evenings in with friends or family.

This offering makes an exquisite residence at all times of the year and can of course be acquired by non-Swiss citizens as well.

SWITZERLAND, ANDERMATT PRICES FROM EURO 379,200 (SAMPLE APARTMENT: 2.5 ROOMS, INTERIOR 66 sqm, EURO 760,300) INTERIORS APPROX. 36 – 621 sqm E&V ID W-01FOT9 CONTACT LUZERN (CH ) STONE PROPERTY AG, LICENCE PARTNER OF ENGEL & VÖLKERS WOHNEN SCHWEIZ AG TEL. +49 2381 92 42 30 E-MAIL ANDERMATT@ENGELVOELKERS.COM

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Sensational Perspectives

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Located in Dietikon on the outskirts of Zurich, a whole new urban development is emerging here with the spectacular “Limmat Tower” as its landmark – and home to 98 innovative apartments affording the ultimate home comforts.

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The shopping haven of Zurich’s “Bahnhofstrasse” is just 20 minutes away from here. The golf course is four minutes by car, or just a two-minute walk along the River Limmat. The impressive “Limmat Tower” is located in the heart of Dietikon.

98 freehold apartments are being brokered here in cooperation with Halter Immobilien AG.

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ust 20 kilometres from the vibrant city of Zurich, the “Limmat Tower” is set to heighten horizons here in more ways than one: It brings together idiosyncratic architecture and exclusive comforts, sets new standards in energy efficiency and technology, and affords sensational views! Forever blessed by these far-reaching outlooks, the apartments here offer a peaceful refuge from the hustle and bustle of life for modern-day thinkers. A grand lobby welcomes residents and

visitors to the tower. Spacious elevators then lead up to the semi-private hallways on each respective floor. These lead on to the spacious entrance halls opening into the apartments themselves, where one is immediately struck by the breathtaking window frontage. Standing with a total height of 80 metres, the “Limmat Tower” impresses on many different levels – and is set to become a fascinating new landmark in the up-andcoming town of Dietikon in the Swiss canton of Zurich!

SWITZERLAND, ZURICH-DIETIKON PRICES FROM CHF 780,000 (SAMPLE APARTMENT: 3.5 ROOMS, INTERIOR APPROX. 120 sqm, CHF 1 MILL.) INTERIORS APPROX. 89 – 143 sqm E&V ID W-01MMA7 CONTACT LIMMATTAL (CH) IMMOBILIEN LIMMATTAL & KNONAUERAMT AG, LICENCE PARTNER OF ENGEL & VÖLKERS RESIDENTIAL GMBH TEL. +41 43 500 25 25 E-MAIL LIMMATTAL@ENGELVOELKERS.COM

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The magnificent outlook over the city, the Alps and Lake Zurich is guaranteed to enthral anyone who sets eyes on it. Meanwhile, the light, spacious and tasteful ambience of these homes meets high standards of comfort. There are a total of 19 apartments with 2.5 to 4.5 rooms here.

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n the middle of “Kreis 5”, Zurich’s emerging trendy quarter, home life can now be led with a new urban zest high above the city’s rooftops. A purely industrial area in the past, this quarter has since been redeveloped as part of an unprecedented structural shift into a cultural melting pot with an excellent infrastructure.

From the “Hard Turm Park – Tower”, where these apartments are being brokered in cooperation with “Halter AG Immobilien”, theatres,

cinemas, restaurants and shopping amenities are all within walking distance. The skilfully designed interior concept envisages lightflooded rooms that flow seamlessly into one another in all of the variously sized apartments. With a choice of 1-3 bedrooms, 1-2 bathrooms and a superior fitted kitchen, there is a home to suit all tastes and requirements here – including dream views looking out over the cityscape, Lake Zurich and the impressive panorama of the Alpine Lowlands.

SWITZERLAND, ZURICH PRICE CHF 1.55 – 3.85 MILL. INTERIORS APPROX. 108 – 219 sqm NO. OF ROOMS 2.5 – 4.5 E&V ID W-01LP7P CONTACT ZÜRICH PARADEPLATZ (CH), ZÜRICH URBAN LIVING AG, LICENCE PARTNER OF ENGEL & VÖLKERS WOHNEN SCHWEIZ AG TEL. +41 43 888 11 22 E-MAIL ZUERICHPARADEPLATZ@ENGELVOELKERS.COM

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Designer Home in Berlin

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Under the skilful direction of star architect Eike Becker, housing of a whole new dimension is taking shape in the west of Berlin. Reminiscent of an airship, this modern penthouse has living comforts that are second to none.

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Thirteen rooms spread over two separate levels, a marvellous view over the rooftops of Berlin, inspirational architecture – and an appointment standard that will immediately enthral lovers of contemporary design: this penthouse reinvents luxurious urban living in new and extraordinary ways.

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ioneering living space in a prime inner-city location: on the well-known Olivaer Platz, which is set to become one of the finest squares in west Berlin with the redesign by the Dresden landscaping firm Rehwaldt scheduled for 2014, this property will achieve new heights in design and comfort. The corpus of the building floats like an airship on the foundation of the grand, refitted apartment building beneath it, and is certain to attract the attention

of sophisticated aesthetes and many others. Envisioned by the architect Eike Becker, the penthouse is a treasure trove of design ideas: with ceiling heights of up to seven metres, various terraces and expansive spaces, crowned by a breathtaking panorama over Berlin’s cityscape.

Surrounded by magnificent old buildings dating from the turn of the 20th century and the foliage of parkland, this penthouse makes the perfect domicile for enjoying the best of Berlin’s lifestyle and culture.

GERMANY, BERLIN PRICE UPON REQUEST INTERIOR APPROX. 643 sqm NO. OF ROOMS 13 E&V ID W-01H3XH CONTACT BERLIN-CHARLOTTENBURG (D), EUV RESIDENTIAL BERLIN GMBH, LICENCE PARTNER OF ENGEL & VÖLKERS RESIDENTIAL GMBH TEL. +49 30 88 00 11 88 E-MAIL BERLINCHARLOTTENBURG@ENGELVOELKERS.COM

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Lake Sherwood

Relaxed Elegance

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his beautiful estate rests on an elevated land plot concealed behind the gates of prestigious Sherwood Country Club with sensational vistas overlooking the Santa Monica Mountains. infused with an authentic Mediterranean style, this single-storey residence showcases an impressive attention to detail in its quest to capture the magical essence of the California lifestyle both indoors and outdoors. luxurious

USA, CAliforniA PRicE US-$ 3.495 Mill. E&V iD E-00143P intERioR aPPRox. 5,003 sqft LanD aPPRox. 31,814 sqft contact WEStlAkE VillAgE (US) EngEl & VölkErS WEStlAkE VillAgE liCEnCE PArtnEr of EV rEAl EStAtE inC. niColE VAn PAryS tEL. +1 818 889 16 02 E-MaiL niColE.VAnPAryS@EngElVoElkErS.CoM

finishes and amenities include travertine and rich hardwood flooring, carved wooden fireplace mantels, a top-of-the-line chef’s kitchen, an amazing lit wine cellar and a fully equipped master suite with its own entrance to the backyard. A charming trellised loggia is absolutely ideal for year-round entertaining, completely outfitted to provide the perfect setting for a relaxed way of living in the glorious Californian sunshine.

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Laguna Hills

An Oasis unto Itself

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et atop the coveted southwestern slopes of laguna hills, this custombuilt and meticulously designed home combines the best of elegance, quality and style. the gorgeous, expansive views of the surrounding city and coastal hills from this magnificent home are a delight to behold. intelligently developed over 4 acres, the grounds of this estate boast rose gardens, a multitude of outdoor entertainment spaces, equestrian

USA, CAliforniA PrIce US-$ 9.3 Mill.

InterIOr APPrOx. 8,000 sqft LAnd APPrOx. 174,240 sqft e&V Id E-00146J cOntAct nEwport BEACh (US) EV CoAStAl propErtiES, inC. liCEnCE pArtnEr of EV rEAl EStAtE inC. CArolE MEiklE teL. +1 949 207 31 01 e-MAIL CArolE.MEiklE@EnGElVoElkErS.CoM

facilities, a lit tennis court, meditation pool, exquisitely designed pool and cabana/guest quarters – all set amongst rolling hills. in terms of privacy and security, this resort-like property is also unsurpassed. this sophisticated home is being offered fully appointed with designer custom furnishings. it presents a rare opportunity to acquire a one-ofa-kind, turnkey, and truly pinnacle property in orange County.

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Los Angeles

Stunning Wilshire Corridor Penthouse

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and a large well-appointed kitchen/breakfast room adjoining a lovely terrace. the master suite boasts two baths, a sitting room and a third terrace. renovations from 2007 feature some of the best common areas in the region, including a spacious lobby, library, community rooms, pool/spa and expansive fitness centre. Sweeping views as far as the ocean make this unusually spacious penthouse condo very special indeed.

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uxurious living and spectacular east, south and west views abound from this wonderfully spacious penthouse at the park Wilshire.

Affording approx. 3,810 sqft of living space, this three-bedroom, fourand-a-half bath home in the sky is a rare find. the elegant entry flows beautifully into a vast living/dining room with a fireplace and terrace, a stunning conservatory/library with captivating floor-to-ceiling windows

USA, CAliforniA PriCe US-$ 2.75 Mill. interior aPProx. 3,810 sqft no. of roomS 15 e&V iD W-0014Di ContaCt loS AngeleS (US) AvenUe reAl eStAte internAtionAl

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Scottsdale

One-of-a-Kind Home with 360° Views

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ituated on over 15 acres of land, this is one of north Scottsdale’s greatest estates with an abundance of serenity. inside, the living area features a fireplace, art display area and cosy sitting nook. the family room has sliding glass doors that open onto a negative edge pool, spa, patios and views of Pinnacle Peak, camelback Mountain, Scottsdale and Phoenix – all adding incredible drama to the outstanding natural beauty

USA, ArizonA Price US-$ 4.995 MiLL. interiOr aPPrOx. 11,650 sqft Land aPPrOx. 15 acres e&V id E-00144Q cOntact ScottSdALE (US) SAndrA WiLkEn ProPErtiES, inc.

LicEncE PArtnEr of EngEL & VöLkErS U.S. HoLdingS, inc.

SAndrA WiLkEn teL. +1 480 596 00 01 e-MaiL SAndrA.WiLkEn@EngELVoELkErS.coM

of this home. the chef’s kitchen and oversized dining room are ideal for entertaining on a large scale. the master suite has floor-to-ceiling windows, sumptuously large double vanities, a shower, soaking tub, two walk-in closets and a private office with kitchenette. the main house hosts a two-room guest suite with a kitchen, whilst a guest casita affords two separate guest rooms with full baths and private patios.

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Longboat Key

USA, FloridA PricE US-$ 2.5 Mill. intErior aPProx. 5,177 sqft Land aPProx. 34,294 sqft E&V id E-0013r1 contact longboAt KEy (US) tAMpA Avion pArK rEAlty, llC

Enchanting Bayfront Estate

liCEnCE pArtnEr oF EngEl & voElKErS FloridA rESidEntiAl, llC tinA rUdEK tEL. +1 941 383 55 43 E-MaiL tinA.rUdEK@EngElvoElKErS.CoM

ocated in the very popular gulf resort town of longboat Key, the tranquil serenity of this Spanish-inspired waterfront residence is magnificent. this outstanding dwelling affords five bedrooms and four bathrooms in total. A courtyard graced by tropical foliage greets and leads one to an inviting foyer and an enormous living room highlighted by 12-foot ceilings and a wood-burning fireplace. A formal dining room

leads out to the terrace and an intimate patio perfect for entertaining.

An elegant winding staircase paves the way to the loft office and into one of the two master suites, each of which offers a terrace to take in the spectacular vistas and gentle Sarasota bay breezes. the sparkling swimming pool and relaxing spa complete the consummate outdoor setting, along with a boat dock for yachting enthusiasts.

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Holmes Beach

USA, FloridA PrIce US-$ 989,000 InterIor aPProx. 2,400 sqft Land aPProx. 8,751 sqft e&V Id E-0013iP contact AnnA MAriA iSlAnd (US) TAG rEAl ESTATE VEnTUrES inc

Bay Palm Island Home

licEncE PArTnEr oF EnGEl & VoElkErS FloridA rESidEnTiAl, llc lindA dickSon teL. +1 941 538 66 60 e-MaIL lindA.dickSon@EnGElVoElkErS.coM

his dynamic four-bedroom/four-bathroom Anna Maria island canal front property offers wonderful lifestyle accents such as a designer oak staircase and an exterior spiral staircase from the upper back deck to a dramatic three-level pool deck. There is great indoor and outdoor flow for entertaining, along with an extra-large driveway and two-car garage ensuring ample parking. The residence features two master bedroom

suites, whilst the dining room also converts into a third master suite.

Beautifully located on a deep canal with access to Tampa Bay and the Gulf of Mexico, this attractive Anna Maria island home was built by renowned gulf island builder John Agnelli with features that exceed existing building codes. The home is large enough for use as a family residence, yet small enough to be a fabulous vacation getaway.

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Wellington

USA, FloridA PRICe US-$ 11 Mill.

InteRIoR aPPRox. 9,945 sqft Land aPPRox. 13,649 sqft e&V Id E-0013ST ContaCt WEllingTon (US) CArr SollAk rEAlTy, llC

Remarkable French-Inspired Compound

liCEnCE pArTnEr oF EngEl & VoElkErS FloridA rESidEnTiAl, llC CArol SollAk teL. +1 561 818 94 76 e-MaIL CArol.SollAk@EngElVoElkErS.CoM

a Charente is the most exceptional French-inspired family compound in the palm Beach polo & Country Club, a private gated community. Carved stone grand stairs lead up to the front entrance through the sculptured gardens. The courtyard garden is designed by a renowned landscape architect and features a 14th century antique fountain sculpted in sandstone. This one-of-a-kind French château

is offered with a hand-picked collection of furnishings. An antique limestone fireplace imported from the loire Valley with hand-made clay fire bricks is a particular highlight. The master suite offers antique hardwood flooring from a townhouse in poitiers. Versailles-patterned Hungarian oak and walnut hand-waxed with beeswax are adjoined by oak floors from normandy.

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Wellington

USA, FloridA PricE US-$ 26.9 Mill. intErior aPProx. 15,554 sqft Land aPProx. 594,158 sqft E&V id E-0013Hi contact WEllington (US) CArr SollAk rEAlty, llC liCEnCE pArtnEr oF EngEl & VoElkErS FloridA rESidEntiAl, llC CArol SollAk tEL. +1 561 818 94 76 E-MaiL CArol.SollAk@EngElVoElkErS.CoM

ourteen acres of equestrian paradise in grand prix Village adjacent to the palm Beach international Equestrian Center are complete with every amenity dedicated to the well-being of both horse and rider. this equestrian masterpiece houses a total of twenty 14 x 14 ft stalls, eight grass paddocks, a grass grand prix arena, an expansive 215 x 105 ft covered arena and a 216 x 88 ft outdoor arena, both with mirrors and

excellent footing. the luxurious owner’s apartment has two bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths, spacious living areas and a beautifully appointed kitchen. the farm also comprises an elegant two-bedroom manager’s apartment and a deluxe groom’s apartment. this exclusive estate with its premier location is truly one of the most desirable equestrian properties in the entire country.

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Geneva

USA, FloridA PriCE US-$ 699,900 E&V iD E-00143l intErior aPProx. 3,522 sqft LanD aPProx. 253,519 sqft ContaCt orlAndo WintEr PArk (US)

Custom-Built with High-End Finishes

trAdEWindS intErnAtionAl rEAl EStAtE oF WintEr PArk, llC liCEnCE PArtnEr oF EngEl & VoElkErS FloridA rESidEntiAl, llC rAlPh SPAno tEL. +1 407 574 40 60 E-MaiL rAlPh.SPAno@EngElVoElkErS.CoM

ituated in a gated equestrian neighbourhood, this home has been fully renovated and features numerous upgrades including custom wood trim, granite counters, extensive wood and stone flooring, solid wooden doors, radiant heated floors, 18-foot ceilings, energy-efficient insulation and windows, and so much more. the main house comprises three bedrooms and three-and-a-half bathrooms. the large patio is

great for entertaining and features gas lighting and a huge backyard overlooking island Pond. there is also a one-bedroom, one-bath guesthouse spanning approx. 489 sqft with a full kitchen and living area. the community includes equestrian trails, a lake with a boat ramp, a beach, swimming and fishing, as well as being less than an hour from Walt disney World, Universal Studios and Florida’s famous beaches.

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Mount Dora

USA, FloridA Price US-$ 1.495 Mill. interior aPProx. 5,969 sqft Land aPProx. 12,600 sqft e&V id E-00149W contact VillAgES (US) AWJP, llC

Luxury Lakefront Living

liCEnCE PArtnEr oF EngEl & VoElkErS FloridA rESidEntiAl, llC AliStAir PoWEll teL. +1 352 450 45 05 e-MaiL AliStAir.PoWEll@EngElVoElkErS.CoM

ne of the best-kept secrets in Florida is the historic lakefront town of Mount dora, only 45 minutes from orlando, and one hour from Walt disney World. originally settled in 1874, this town has old Europeanstyle charm and has seen such distinguished visitors as Henry Ford, thomas Edison and even US Presidents. resting directly on the shores of spring-fed lake gertrude, with its own private beach, is this stunning

five-bedroom waterfront home. Built in 2005, it has all the modern amenities a discerning client requires, yet also offers a unique trip to the foothills of the Mediterranean and back to an age when craftsmen perfected their skills at the hands of the masters. With a saltwater pool, a private movie theatre, gymnasium and even a place custom-designed for a humidor and wine cellar, this property redefines Floridian elegance.

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Northeastern Vermont

Architectural Magic in the Mountains

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taker living space above. the idyllic rural location of this offering is ideal for unwinding from busy urban commitments. the certified “organic” meadows provide the prerequisites for creating a perfect self-sustaining family compound. Built in 1969 – 1970 and renovated throughout in 2003, all systems in this residence are up-to-date and ready for the next steward of this significant piece of architecture.

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his mid-century modern home is a beautiful haven of tranquillity. designed by the famous American architect peter eisenman, the property known as HoUSe II is sited as a modern sculpture on approx. 110 pastoral acres. It boasts glorious views over the surrounding countryside from nearly every window. the property also includes a pond, a four-stall horse barn with a tack room, a workshop and approx. 1,000 sqft of care-

USA, Vermont Price US-$ 1.9 mILL. interior APProx. 2,554 sqft LAnd APProx. 110 acres e&V id e-00146K contAct WoodStocK (US) GrAVeS InVeStment corporAtIon

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Lake Placid Far Horizon Ranch

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his magnificent rural estate encapsulates approx. 46 acres of pristine Adirondack wilderness with bold southern views and great expanses of nature. enjoying utter privacy from the outside world, the generational family compound includes rolling meadows, plantation pine forests and a trail system. The discreet gated entrance leads to one of the region’s most spectacular vistas. The property is a prime example of great camp

USA, New York PRice US-$ 2.45 MILL. inteRioR aPPRox. 4,402 sqft Land aPPRox. 46 acres e&V id e-00139D contact LAke PLAcID (US) HoLMeS & THAYer LLc LIceNce PArTNer of eNgeL & VoeLkerS N.Y., LLc coLLeeN HoLMeS teL. +1 518 524 47 59 e-MaiL coLLeeN.HoLMeS@eNgeLVoeLkerS.coM

architecture traditionally found in the Adirondacks. comprising four bedrooms and four-and-a-half bathrooms, the renovated original great camp has five fireplaces and a gourmet kitchen. A three-bedroom guesthouse and three-car garage are located nearby. Approved planning permission presents the opportunity of building another home on the estate.

Additional land from approx. 18 acres to 800 acres can also be purchased.

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Phuket

Extraordinary Villa with Sea Views

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his absolutely one-of-a-kind villa is dominated by strict geometric forms made of fair-faced and form-faced concrete. This linear design is used extensively throughout the villa both internally and externally, creating a special character of its own. The property impresses with its combination of clean architectural language and its homeliness with exotic modern furnishings. expansive outdoor terraces provide ample

Thailand, PhukeT PricE ThB 61 Mill. intErior aPProx. 960 sqm Land aPProx. 3,200 sqm E&V id W-008uBl contact PhukeT (Th) d.W.k. RealTy Co., lTd liCenCe PaRTneR of engel & VölkeRs ResidenTial gMBh tEL. +66 76 27 17 51 E-MaiL PhukeT@engelVoelkeRs.CoM

space for outdoor living with breathtaking sea vistas and tropical rainforest surroundings. its high ceilings, open spaces and unique design leave nothing to be desired and meet the highest standards of modern living on a tropical island like Phuket. The captivating views from the infinity pool, melting with the tropical greenery, andaman sea and dramatic backdrop of Phang nga Bay, are simply unforgettable.

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Hong Kong

Centrestage – Exclusive Penthouse Duplex with Rooftop

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et on the 45th and 46th floors of the iconic Centrestage building, this pristine executive penthouse duplex covers approx. 2,538 sqft – a spacious rarity in hong Kong’s high-demand district of Central/Sheung Wan. Uniquely decorated with furnishings from all over the world, this home features a spacious and bright living room lined by high floor-toceiling windows, a private rooftop spanning approx. 265 sqft, and a private

China, hong Kong PRiCE hK-$ 63 MiLL. intERioR aPPRox. 2,538 sqft no. of Rooms 2 E&V iD W-0191SW ContaCt Mid LeveLS WeSt (hK) vJi LiMited LiCenCe partner of engeL & voeLKerS aSia-paCifiC Ltd tEL. +852 2561 36 16 E-maiL MidLeveLSWeSt@engeLvoeLKerS.CoM

terrace of some 159 sqft. a rose-coloured marble staircase with handcrafted wrought-iron railings and handmade glass accents leads to the 46th floor, which comprises a family room and two en suite bedrooms. enjoy panoramic views above the bustling city, across victoria harbour, and of the green, rolling mountains of hong Kong. Luxury facilities in this property include an outdoor pool, a clubhouse, gym and spa.

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East London

Exceptional Sea and River Views

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his unique riverfront sanctuary is one of the most enchanting lifestyle properties, with unobstructed views overlooking the mouth of the nahoon river and the indian ocean. A meandering pathway leads from the plot down to the sands and water’s edge. the low-maintenance four-bedroom home only 500 metres from the sea is situated in a quiet cul-de-sac. the spacious entrance hallway leads to a sheltered pool, a

South AfricA, EAStErn cApE PRicE Euro 655,000 intERioR aPPRox. 470 sqm Land aPPRox. 1,434 sqm E&V id EnV65690 contact EASt London (ZA) uELAh SnymAn propErtiES (pty) Ltd LicEncE pArtnEr of EngEL & VöLkErS SouthErn AfricA (pty) Ltd tEL. +27 43 735 22 22 E-MaiL EAStLondon@EngELVoELkErS.com

large lounge with lofted ceilings and skylights, and a well-fitted bar and dining room. the living rooms open onto a large deck encompassing the most incredible views, whilst the downstairs television/utility room provides access to a second pool and a vast sunny deck, tropical garden and walkway to the river. the master bedroom and study have panoramic river and sea views, plus there is a separate guest flatlet.

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Hoedspruit

South AfricA, Limpopo PRicE ZAr 5.5 miLL. intERioR aPPRox. 506 sqm Land aPPRox. 10,000 sqm E&V id ENV57355 contact hoEdSpruit (ZA) BrENchmorE propErtiES (ptY) Ltd

Exquisite Home in Wildlife Reserve

LicENcE pArtNEr of ENgEL & VöLkErS SouthErN AfricA (ptY) Ltd tEL. +27 15 793 07 93 E-MaiL hoEdSpruit@ENgELVoELkErS.com

he moditlo private game reserve is 3,300 ha of prime bushveld, located within the approx. 15,000 ha Blue canyon conservancy. it is situated some 12 km outside hoedspruit and 40 minutes’ drive from the nearest gate to the kruger National park. the reserve features elephants, rhino, lion, leopard and cheetah. this striking thatched home consists of four bedrooms, all en suite and each with a private balcony. Every

bedroom walks out onto a well-manicured internal garden. the undercover entertainment area forms the link between the café-style kitchen and the open plan lounge, each accessed through large retractable glass doors. this property has various entertainment areas, one being an observation deck with breathtaking mountain views, an open air boma, an undercover outside lounge area and an internal dining room.

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White River

Adjacent to Kruger National Park

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estled in the heart of the lowveld, this luxurious oasis with its beautiful mature gardens offers a unique harmony of antique and contemporary styles merged together with appealing warmth. paradise surroundings and a pleasant climate complete this serene and idyllic haven. All rooms have been stylishly and individually decorated with their own presence of tranquillity. the property boasts nine en suite

South AfricA, MpuMAlAngA Price ZAr 5.95 Mill. iNterior APProx. 1,150 sqm LANd APProx. 3,000 sqm e&V id EnV66049 coNtAct prEtoriA nEw EASt (ZA) prEtoriuS E & V (pty) ltd licEncE pArtnEr of EngEl & VölkErS SouthErn AfricA (pty) ltd teL. +27 12 809 22 05 e-MAiL prEtoriAnEwEASt@EngElVoElkErS.coM

bedrooms, a guest wc, scullery, kitchen, walk-in fridge, pantry, laundry room, bar, conference facility and double garage. other amenities include a lovely pool, a chapel in the garden, staff housing and a detached three-bedroom unit with a bathroom and kitchenette. the estate is close to many tourist attractions such as kruger national park, and is a mere 10-minute drive to kruger Mpumalanga international Airport.

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Lydenburg

South AfricA, MpuMAlAngA Price ZAr 6.6 Mill. interior aPProx. 224 sqft Land aPProx. 3,325 ha e&V id EnV65877 contact lydEnburg (ZA) lydEnburg EV propErtiES (pty) ltd

Share in a Spectacular Game Farm

licEncE pArtnEr of EngEl & VölkErS SouthErn AfricA (pty) ltd teL. +27 13 235 35 12 e-MaiL lydEnburg@EngElVoElkErS.coM

et in the natural beauty of the African bushveld, nestled between mountains and valleys, this is an absolute gem of a game farm. the tranquil estate forms part of a wildlife conservation area that covers more than 6,000 hectares of land and is home to a host of remarkable indigenous wildlife. the topography of the farm is extremely diverse, ranging from dry rocky outcrops to savannah and forested gorges with

an abundance of water. the well-appointed colonial-style residence boasts an open plan living area that features a magnificent fireplace and an elegant fitted kitchen. An outdoor patio with spectacular views overlooking a small waterhole completes the picture of a truly wonderful African experience. this outstanding property is owned by a secure company and this offer is for a third share in the company.

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Pretoria

Woodhill Residential Estate & Country Club

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his superior security golf estate occupies a prime position in the exclusive eastern suburbs of pretoria. it affords state-of-the-art living, hosting more than 850 choice homes positioned around the 18hole pGA championship golf course. each home is unique, distinctive and exceptional. from contemporary masterpieces to classically elegant family homes, the estate caters for all tastes. exclusive properties on the

South AfricA, GAutenG PRiCE fRom ZAr 4.2 MiLL. intERioR aPPRox. 550 sqm Land aPPRox. 1,000 sqm E&V id enV61214 ContaCt fAerie GLen (ZA) eKD conSuLtinG cc Licence pArtner of enGeL & VöLKerS Southern AfricA (pty) LtD tEL. +27 82 956 19 44 E-maiL fAerieGLen@enGeLVoeLKerS.coM

hill enjoy magnificent vistas. the elegant clubhouse offers panoramic views over the estate and golf course. Amenities within the estate include a five-star guesthouse, a world-class conference centre and squash and tennis courts. Adjacent to the estate is Woodhill college, a private school with a reputation as one of pretoria’s top academic institutions. the estate guarantees excellent returns on investment.

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Johannesburg

South AfricA, GAutenG PriCe ZAr 15 MiLL. interior aPProx. 924 sqm Land aPProx. 2,314 sqm e&V id enV63841 ContaCt BroAdAcreS (ZA) AMArAkA inVeStMentS no. 60 Pty Ltd Licence PArtner of enGeL & VöLkerS Southern AfricA (Pty) Ltd teL. +27 11 465 04 10 e-MaiL BroAdAcreS@enGeLVoeLkerS.coM

his unique Georgian home designed by Phillip Watermeyer is set on a double river frontage stand with no neighbours other than the surrounding nature. it is a celebration of travertine and oak. the eat-in kitchen, with rose arbour and herb garden, has maple floors and a gas fireplace. there are six north-facing bedrooms masterfully created around an atrium with five-and-a-half bathrooms, plus his and hers

study configuration. All entertainment rooms boast superlative views and flow onto double covered patios. other highlights are the wine cellar, gymnasium, sauna, Jacuzzi and solar-heated swimming pool. the house benefits from sash windows and shutters throughout, as well as four garages. the staff quarters comprise two bedrooms and two bathrooms with a kitchen and lounge area with two storerooms.

Georgian Masterpiece on Gary Player Golf Course

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Ballito

Expansive Peaceful Seclusion on Golf Estate

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his outstanding lodge-style residence is set in peaceful surroundings on one of the most sought-after eco estates in KwaZulu-Natal. the property comprises two consolidated stands of approx. 2,719 sqm in total. the lightflooded interior enjoys the benefits of high-quality appointment and attention to detail throughout. Notable features include flooring of natural marble and solid teak, four en suite bedrooms each with their

South AfricA, KwAZulu-NAtAl PricE ZAr 16.9 Mill. intErior aPProx. 861 sqm Land aPProx. 2,719 sqm E&V id ENV65078 contact BAllito (ZA) AMBEr BAy iNVEStMENtS 62 (Pty) ltd licENcE PArtNEr of ENgEl & VölKErS SouthErN AfricA (Pty) ltd tEL. +27 32 946 77 77 E-MaiL BAllito@ENgElVoElKErS.coM

own private patio, a gourmet country-style kitchen, a wine cellar and patio room boasting a wood-fire pizza oven and granite work surfaces. the large solid wooden deck is perfect for entertaining and relaxing while overlooking the picturesque dam. there are a wealth of recreational facilities and activities nearby, as well as good transport connections to the international airport and durban tourism attractions.

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Umhlanga Rocks

South AfricA, KwAZulu-NAtAl PRicE ZAr 17.8 Mill. intERioR aPPRox. 820 sqm Land aPPRox. 2,676 sqm E&V id ENV55515 contact uMhlANgA (ZA) ElEctrAloN (Pty) ltd licENcE PArtNEr of ENgEl & VölKErS SouthErN AfricA (Pty) ltd tEL. +27 31 561 43 53 E-MaiL uMhlANgA@ENgElVoElKErS.coM

his spectacular architectural masterpiece oozes timeless elegance. the design and luxury of the home is a fusion of contemporary and Bali-inspired influences, understated from the outside yet bold on the inside, with high solid open beam ceilings that form an integral feature of the property’s interior, linking the spacious open plan flow of the living areas together. five beautifully appointed bedrooms are situated

in a wing with aesthetically pleasing shutter solutions and the utmost security. the large windows and stacking doors of the living rooms allow ample sunlight in and form a perfect marriage with the outdoors. designed and customised specifically for the owner with painstaking attention to detail, this residence boasts top-class finishes throughout, delivering functionality and a luxurious standard of living.

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Majorca

Luxury Country Estate with Complete Privacy

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his magnificent property is beautifully situated amidst the vineyards of Sencelles. completed in 2004 with top-quality materials and hightech solutions, the mansion offers a superb Mediterranean ambience with perfectly integrated traditional elements. the main house enjoys plentiful space with an open plan layout, an excellent fitted kitchen and five large en suite bedrooms. there are also laundry rooms, as well as a

Spain, Balearic iSlandS PriCE eUrO 7.75 Mill. intErior aPProx. 987 sqm Land aPProx. 54,000 sqm E&V id W-01H94d ContaCt MallOrca-Santa Maria (e) eV MallOrca prOperty S.l. licence partner Of BaleareV GMBH tEL. +34 971 62 16 29 E-MaiL SantaMaria@enGelVOelKerS.cOM

pantry, fitness room and bodega. a large guest suite can be found slightly detached from the main house. the grounds afford a large pool with a pool house, various chill-out areas, a barbecue area, summer kitchen, Jacuzzi and perfectly landscaped gardens. Other highlights include a very large underground garage, equipment for olive oil production, an audio-visual racking system, a private well and a security system.

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Majorca

Magnificent Historic Estate in Puigpunyent

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he central foothills of the Sierra de tramuntana, a UneScO World Heritage Site, provide the imposing natural and protected scenery of this antique Majorcan manor estate. it is surrounded by approximately 125 hectares of superb countryside of natural and landscaping interest and around 25 hectares of farmland. exceptional characteristics of the estate include a family chapel, stables, a vaulted water cistern, an

Spain, Balearic iSlandS PricE eUrO 12 Mill. intErior aPProx. 3,391 sqm Land aPProx. 150 ha E&V id W-00GpGc contact MallOrca-palMa UMland (e) eV palMa WeSt Sl licence partner Of BaleareV GMBH tEL. +34 971 60 91 41 E-MaiL palMaUMland@enGelVOelKerS.cOM

original olive oil press, a historic well and a spectacular lookout tower. fields of almond, carob trees and olive groves merge with fragrant pine forests and the surrounding mountains, which ensure absolute privacy. it is just a 7-minute drive to the capital palma, meaning that all the island’s comfortable amenities and sophisticated infrastructure are literally at the periphery of this magnificent estate.

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Los Montesinos

Magnificent Country House Overlooking the Lakes

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ordering on to a glorious nature reserve that is home to the lakes of torrevieja, this estate occupies a privileged position with panoramic views overlooking the fields and lakes. the two-storey main house has five bedrooms and a dressing room, five bathrooms and a large living room with a separate kitchen. in the basement there is a machinery room, fitness suite, relaxation room with wine cellar and a garage. the

Spain, CoSta BlanCa PriCe EURo 890,000 interiOr aPPrOx. 552 sqm Land aPPrOx. 3,800 sqm e&V id W-013JV8 COntaCt toRREViEJa (E) aliCantE SUREStE inmoBiliaRia, S.l. liCEnCE paRtnER of EngEl & VölkERS RESidEntial gmBH teL. +34 96 570 45 83 e-MaiL toRREViEJaoRiHUEla@EngElVoElkERS.Com

spectacular closed pavilion has been built in oak with a barbecue area and is absolutely ideal for holding events. Spanning approx. 3,800 sqm in total, the land plot presides over a beautiful garden with a pool and greenhouse that is a dream for nature lovers. the interior of the mansion boasts spacious and luxurious rooms, all with access to the terrace. High-quality materials and modern technology round off this outstanding home.

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Alicante

Unique Villa Dating Back to 1920

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ully restored and utterly impressive, this villa dating from 1920 is situated in a tranquil enclave within convenient reach of alicante airport and the beach. the property boasts a large paradise garden with palm trees surrounding an amazing tropical swimming pool and outdoor Jacuzzi for 12 people. the land plot spans a total of approx. 10,000 sqm and hosts four buildings overall. Besides the main residence there is a

Spain, CoSta BlanCa Price EURo 3.3 Mill. interior aPProx. 900 sqm LanD aPProx. 10,000 sqm e&V iD W-01H23M contact aliCantE (E) MolaRo invEStMEntS, S.l.U. liCEnCE paRtnER of EngEl & völkERS RESidEntial gMBH teL. +34 96 628 70 70 e-MaiL aliCantE@EngElvoElkERS.CoM

barbecue house for events and celebrations, a fully equipped gym with sauna, and another smaller building with a pretty small kitchen and authentic wood-burning stove. the main residence affords seven charming en suite bedrooms, a comfortable and cosy living area, beautiful kitchen, laundry room and impressive wine cellar in the basement. this is a domestic haven ideal for the most discerning of residents.

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Valencia

Sumptuous Penthouse with Sensational Outlook

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ocated on the “ciudad de las artes y las ciencias” in Spain’s third largest city, this fabulous penthouse home boasts panoramas that are simply breathtaking. From its 10th floor vantage point, the vista includes the city of arts and Sciences designed by the famous architect calatrava. The penthouse spans approx. 175 sqm, divided over two floors. The lower floor comprises a pleasant living room, an en suite

Spain, Valencia Price eURO 1.35 Mill. interiOr aPPrOx. 245 sqm nO. Of rOOmS 4 e&V iD W-01FXT3 cOntact Valencia cenTRO (e) pROgeMac leVanTe S.l.U. licence paRTneR OF engel & VölkeRS ReSidenTial gMbH teL. +34 96 351 78 97 e-maiL ValenciacenTRO@engelVOelkeRS.cOM

master bedroom and two double rooms with a large bathroom. all interiors are outward-facing and flooded with light. The top level affords another bathroom and a spacious open plan kitchen with access to a magnificent terrace of approx. 70 sqm where the warm nights of the long Mediterranean summer can be enjoyed relaxing in the Jacuzzi with sea views. The property is also noteworthy for its taste in interior decoration.

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Barcelona Mountains Real Club Golf Cerdanya

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his practical and cosy home is ideal for a family looking for privacy and beautiful views, as well as the chance to pursue their love of golf. the ground floor accommodates a spacious living room with lofty wooden ceilings, large windows and a modern fireplace. there is also a bright dining room, a superior modern kitchen and a large covered porch leading to the garden. Sleeping quarters include a main bedroom

Spain, Girona PRiCe EUro 1.8 MiLL. inteRioR aPPRox. 300 sqm Land aPPRox. 2,000 sqm e&V id W-01F70p ContaCt CErdanya (E) iniCiativES nova Era S.L. LiCEnCE partnEr oF EnGEL & vöLkErS rESidEntiaL GMbH teL. +34 972 14 12 06 e-MaiL CErdanya@EnGELvoELkErS.CoM

suite featuring direct garden access, plus two double bedrooms that share a luxurious bathroom. alongside the kitchen there is a double bedroom and further full-sized bathroom, as well as a laundry area and a two-car garage. the attic comprises another suite-style bedroom with a bathroom and dressing room. the house also affords such features as wooden floors, fitted wardrobes, electric heating and an alarm system.

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Gavá Mar

Beach Villa for Lovers of Luxury & Comfort

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his dream home is situated in a superb garden by Gavá Mar with a large pool and well-tended landscape gardens. the carefully conceived layout of the main floor comprises a fireplace area, dining room, library and eat-in kitchen with garden access plus a laundry and utility room. the first floor hosts a master bedroom suite with a dressing room, terrace access, a full-sized bathroom with hydro-massage bathtub

Spain, Catalonia PriCe EURo 4.4 Mill. interior aPProx. 700 sqm Land aPProx. 1,700 sqm e&V id W-0178FU ContaCt CaStElldEFElS-Gavá (E) SWEEty’S CoSy HoMES, S.l. liCEnCE paRtnER oF EnGEl & völkERS RESidEntial GMbH teL. +34 936 45 19 03 e-MaiL CaStElldEFElS@EnGElvoElkERS.CoM

and shower, as well as a sitting room. a hallway leads on to three more double bedrooms, one en suite, plus another bathroom. the attic finds itself in immaculate condition with another large terrace. the basement level comprises a garage with space for four cars, and a gym suite with a sauna. blessed with high-end amenities throughout, this sensational villa also benefits from an elevator for convenient access to all floors.

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Barcelona

Historic Dwelling in Castelldefels

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his outstanding home is located in the sought-after residential area of Montemar. few properties in the region hold such historical significance and as such it is listed as a heritage residence of cultural interest. it boasts superb views overlooking the Mediterranean Sea and the city of barcelona. Set within grounds spanning some 3,500 sqm, with a total interior of approx. 850 sqm, the main house is luxurious both in

Spain, Catalonia PriCe EURo 5 Mill. interior aPProx. 800 sqm LanD aPProx. 3,500 sqm e&V iD W-01EWla ContaCt CaStElldEfElS (E) SWEEty’S CoSy HoMES, S.l. liCEnCE paRtnER of EngEl & VölkERS RESidEntial gMbH teL. +34 936 45 19 03 e-MaiL CaStElldEfElS@EngElVoElkERS.CoM

terms of its spatial dimensions and its original appointment standard. the richness of its construction has been preserved in the 17th century, whilst the impressive medieval defence tower and battlements date back as far as the 16th century. the property has been transformed into a warm and welcoming family home with a great deal of loving attention paid to details and above all the preservation of its original character.

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Sant Just Desvern

Charming House Close to International Schools

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his impressive property is part of a residential complex of six townhouses, all of which exude a cosy style and personality. it is set in garden grounds with native vegetation, a pool and changing room area. the layout of the house itself comprises two main floors, a basement and an attic. the ground floor comprises a spacious living room and separate lounge giving directly on to the kitchen with garden access, a service area

Spain, Catalonia PrICe EURo 1.69 Mill.

InterIor aPProx. 521 sqm Land aPProx. 300 sqm e&V Id W-0144U6 ContaCt Sant JUSt (E) EV Sant JUSt S.l. liCEnCE paRtnER of EngEl & VölkERS RESidEntial gMbH teL. +34 93 473 54 87 e-MaIL SantJUSt@EngElVoElkERS.CoM

and gallery, as well as a WC and office. the first floor accommodates two bedrooms, a bathroom and an extraordinary and spacious master suite, all of great utility and comfort. in the attic there is a study, bedroom, bathroom and kitchen, whilst the basement hosts a large four-car garage and storage space. the interiors exude a cosy ambience that is well-suited for enjoying domestic bliss in superior surroundings.

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Barcelona

Stunning Home by the Sea in Sant Pol de Mar

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his newly renovated apartment is located at the centre of the village of Sant pol de Mar, directly on the beachfront on a residential road with little traffic. the building consists of six floors and finds itself in excellent condition. the apartment for sale has one bedroom suite with spectacular sea views, three additional bedrooms that share a second bathroom, a fully fitted kitchen and a utility room leading out

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Spain, Catalonia Price EURo 540,000 interior aPProx. 114 sqm no. of rooMS 4 e&V iD W-01F5WX contact MaRESME (E) MaRESME pRopERtiES S.l. liCEnCE paRtnER oF EngEl & VölkERS RESidEntial gMbH teL. +34 93 798 88 99 e-MaiL MaRESME@EngElVoElkERS.CoM

to a patio. a large living room with a fireplace gives on to the terrace, where panoramic views over the pristine Mediterranean accompanied by the relaxing lap of the waves can be enjoyed throughout the year. the property is immaculate and ready for immediate occupancy, with new bathrooms in a tasteful design, a spacious living area, attractive floor tiling throughout, central gas heating and fitted wardrobes.

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Empuriabrava

Contemporary Villa with Boat Mooring

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his sensational villa is situated in the “venice of Spain” on one of the canals stretching some 40 km in total. it features its own private boat mooring of 25 metres. Built in 2009, the property offers all manner of comforts and a wonderful ambience both indoors and outdoors. the bright and spacious entrance hallway gives on to a modern kitchen and living/dining area with access to the roofed terrace featuring an

Spain, CoSta Brava PriCe EUro 1.299 MiLL. interior aPProx. 311 sqm Land aPProx. 1,000 sqm e&V id W-01Ha27 ContaCt EMpUriaBrava (E) JUpEnadE rEaL EStatE S.L. LiCEnCE partnEr of EngEL & vöLkErS rESidEntiaL gMBH teL. +34 972 45 64 40 e-MaiL EMpUriaBrava@EngELvoELkErS.CoM

outdoor bar area and swimming pool. the residence has five bedrooms and three bathrooms in total, four of which are situated on the first floor. other appealing features of this home include underfloor heating, air conditioning, a double garage, a heatable saltwater pool and two fireplaces. this is a unique Spanish dwelling with a host of luxurious amenities that is guaranteed to impress at the very first viewing.

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Kinsale

Country House with Stunning Sea Views

Ireland, County Cork PriCe euro 1.2 MIll. interior aPProx. 446 sqm Land aPProx. 8,900 sqm e&V id W-00Z636 energy VaLue d1 ContaCt Cork (Ire) FInest InternatIonal real estate Ireland ltd. lICenCe partner oF engel & Völkers resIdentIal gMbH teL. +353 21 477 32 00 e-MaiL Cork@engelVoelkers.CoM

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isheen House is a charming period country house with amazing views over the waterfront of Courtmacsherry bay. It is ideally located between kinsale, Clonakilty and bandon. the property has been extensively renovated in recent years and is now beautifully restored with its period character in tact. the house showcases fine cornicing elements, wooden double-glazed sash windows, original mantelpieces,

exposed stone walls, as well as an original aga range cooker. there are three reception rooms in total, plus a large conservatory, a fully fitted kitchen, seven bedrooms, four bathrooms, a study and a double garage.

Its mature gardens can only be described as magnificent with a variety of plants, large lawn areas and mature trees. the property also affords a garden house with a large terrace, a Jacuzzi and entertainment facilities.

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Saanen

Charming Townhouse

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ecently renovated, this little gem of a chalet is located in the most desirable part of Saanen, next to the pedestrian precinct. Chalet Hintergassli has three floors, with the entrance to the living quarters on the rear-facing street. the first floor consists of a fully fitted kitchen, a living room with an old custom-made wooden dining table, a comfortable dining room and guest bathrooms. two vast bedrooms and a bathroom

Switzerland, Bern PriCe CHF 1.98 Mill. inTerior aPProx. 140 sqm no. of bedrooms 2 e&V id w-0193d0 ConTaCT GStaad (CH) e&V GStaad ProPertieS aG liCenCe Partner oF enGel & VölkerS woHnen SCHweiz aG TeL. +41 33 655 65 05 e-maiL GStaad@enGelVoelkerS.CoM

can be found on the second floor, along with an unusually large amount of storage space. the bedroom to the rear has a high ceiling and a gallery that could accommodate another sleeping or lounge area. the property has the added benefit of a small commercial gallery/exhibition space on the ground floor, conveniently facing the centre of Saanen. the train station, restaurants and shops are all in close vicinity of the chalet.

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Gstaad

Penthouse in Prime Location

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his offering represents a rare opportunity to acquire a fantastic penthouse apartment in oberbort, located in the most exclusive neighbourhood of Gstaad within just metres of the alpina Gstaad and Palace hotel. the property boasts direct access from the elevator into its open plan layout. Particular highlights include the exquisite living room, bar, dining room with fireplace and balconies with amazing views

Switzerland, Bern Price CHF 8.5 Mill. interior aPProx. 190 sqm no. of rooms 3 e&V iD w-01n2J7 contact GStaad (CH) e&V GStaad ProPertieS aG liCenCe Partner oF enGel & VölkerS woHnen SCHweiz aG teL. +41 33 655 65 05 e-maiL GStaad@enGelVoelkerS.CoM

overlooking Gstaad’s magnificent mountain scenery. all bedrooms feature en suite bathrooms and attractive fitted cupboards. they are flooded with natural sunlight throughout the day. a guest wC with a shower and a mezzanine with a cosy reading or tV area also form part of the impressive interior. Furthermore, the property comprises staff quarters with a bathroom, laundry room and garage spaces.

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Gsteig near Gstaad

Sensational Family Home

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his beautiful chalet is located in the village of Gsteig, around 10 minutes from Gstaad on the way to the Glacier des diablerets. it is the perfect family home, set in the midst of nature yet close to town life. the chalet has four bedrooms with en suite bathrooms and a large garden. the open plan kitchen with high ceilings opens on to a comfortable living area. the broad balcony makes the ideal spot for enjoying a

Switzerland, Bern Price CHF 4.9 Mill. interior aPProx. 480 sqm Land aPProx. 540 sqm e&V id w-01GVtr contact GStaad (CH) e&V GStaad ProPertieS aG liCenCe Partner oF enGel & VölkerS woHnen SCHweiz aG teL. +41 33 655 65 05 e-MaiL GStaad@enGelVoelkerS.CoM

traditional cheese fondue on pleasant days. with its amazing views over the mountains, this place is a little piece of paradise. the chalet also includes a mezzanine that could be converted for use as an office, tV room or playroom. the sauna on the lower ground floor is wonderful for relaxing after a day spent on the ski slopes. this level also includes a fitness area, storage room, ski room and guest bedroom with bathroom.

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Grindelwald

Gorgeous Residence Seeks Devoted New Owner

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n a peaceful location, two roads back from the main thoroughfare through the charming alpine village, this premium 5-roomed apartment awaits new ownership. the offering presents the seductive prospect of enjoying a relaxing holiday flair within one’s own four cosy walls – complete with views overlooking the unforgettable mountain scenery of the Grindelwald area from no less than two balconies. the

Switzerland, Bern PRice CHF 1.25 Mill. iNteRiOR aPPROx. 143 sqm NO. Of ROOmS 5 e&V iD w-01ltze cONtact interlaken (CH) Gn real eState GMBH liCenCe partner oF enGel & VölkerS woHnen SCHweiz aG teL. +41 33 822 70 70 e-maiL interlaken@enGelVoelkerS.CoM

apartment is situated within a beautiful old chalet that is typical for this region. it is spread over three spacious and luxurious levels that are guaranteed to impress with many well-conceived features and amenities. High-quality materials and incredible craftsmanship are an absolute joy to behold. the apartment is a designated second home and is available for sale both to Swiss nationals and foreign parties.

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Aarwangen

Designer Living with Unobstructable Views

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uilt in 2002, this architectural gem of a home provides comforts on a grand scale and caters for absolute well-being. Body and soul are treated to a whirlpool and fitness suite, whilst the adjoining party room with wine cellar sets the perfect scene for social occasions. Various living areas with several cheminées form ideal retreats for home privacy, with approx. 448 sqm at residents’ disposal. a goods lift makes running the

Switzerland, Bern Price CHF 3.98 Mill. interior aPProx. 448 sqm LanD aPProx. 2,532 sqm e&V iD w-00wU6U contact SolotHUrn (CH) eV iMMoBilien aG SCHweiz liCenCe partner oF enGel & VölkerS woHnen SCHweiz aG teL. +41 32 322 13 13 e-MaiL SolotHUrn@enGelVoelkerS.CoM

household easier. the exclusive cheerywood kitchen is an absolute joy to behold with its Guber granite floors. the property is set within delightful grounds of some 2,532 sqm. a solar energy system heats the pool and feeds into the hot water supply. a summerhouse with a barbecue is ideal for holding garden parties. this residence is located in the heart of Switzerland, an hour by car from Basel, lucerne and zurich respectively.

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Kilchberg

The Pinnacle of Elegant Living

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fabric and the very latest architecture is an absolute wonder to behold. the enchanting 8.5-roomed mansion was refurbished with a great deal of sensibility and respect for its historic character and affords a high standard of living. the apartments boast large outdoor areas in the form of terraces and balconies, all of which are aligned towards the lakeside elevation and all of which merge directly with the living interior.

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n addition to the wonderful outlook to be cherished over the whole of lake zurich, this exclusive property in kilchberg also offers an optimum position to enjoy the sunlight and the utmost privacy. it consists of a fully renovated and magnificent mansion, as well as a new complex with three contemporary and sleek living units of 3.5, 4.5 and 5.5 rooms respectively. the tasteful combination of historic building

Switzerland, zurich PricE chF 21.7 Mill. inTErior aPProx. 151 – 340 sqm Land aPProx. 1,579 sqm E&V id w-01i0Q9 conTacT zürichSee thalwil (ch) PlatinuM iMMobilien aG

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Near Zurich

Modern Villa with Far-Reaching Views & Ample Privacy

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of mature trees, a biotope, garden shower, garden room and a delightful pergola. the terraces on the upper level afford beautiful views as far as the mountains that cannot be obstructed. the property occupies a sunny and peaceful plot in the best residential area of bülach. the proximity to zurich’s international airport – 7 minutes – and the centre of zurich – 20 minutes – are yet further benefits of this exclusive residence.

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his modern and immaculate 7-roomed property with a large plot fulfils all the requirements for a superior and prestigious home lifestyle. Spacious, bright rooms with a full-length gallery and skylights, a quality building structure, the latest domestic technology and fine materials help to create a fine standard of living comfort. the expansive landscaped garden creates a sphere of absolute privacy and features a host

Switzerland, zurich PRice chF 3.25 Mill. inteRioR APPRox. 240 sqm LAnd APPRox. 1,232 sqm e&V id w-01GX73 contAct zürich nord (ch) iMMobilien zürich nord aG

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Steg

Villa Waldheim – A Real Jewel

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his unique and listed property in Steg was built in 1908. its imposing appearance reflects all the charming elegance of a century ago. inside, the house was renovated in 2012, taking care to preserve period details and the original character of the building. the historic fabric and the modern elements complement one another perfectly. the approx. 15 rooms plus various bathrooms open up a variety of possible usages. Special highlights

Switzerland, zurich PRice chF 1.89 Mill. inteRioR APPRox. 550 sqm LAnd APPRox. 1,323 sqm e&V id w-013KSG contAct zürcher Oberland (ch) happy reSidence aG licence partner OF enGel & VölKerS wOhnen Schweiz aG teL. +41 55 533 04 50 e-MAiL zuercherOberland@enGelVOelKerS.cOM

include the luxurious kitchen, the tastefully renovated bathroom with a cast-iron bathtub and double shower, the gentleman’s drawing room, and much more besides. the top floor could also be used as a separate, self-contained apartment with its own kitchen, bathroom and laundry room – or as a guest suite. the property also includes a “Schopf” – an historic washhouse – that could be developed according to individual visions.

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Zurich Gold Coast

Mansion in Herrliberg

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tastefully appointed interior. the charming garden with its outdoor swimming pool can be reached both from the representative living area featuring a fireplace and from the exclusive kitchen. the terrace facing out towards the lake forms part of the beautifully landscaped grounds and serves as an oasis of tranquillity together with the heated pool and comfortable lounge area.

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he sophisticated atmosphere of this elegant residence reflects exclusivity and harmony in equal measure. Set in a prime and sunny location above lake zurich with beautiful views overlooking the lakes and the Swiss alps beyond, this outstanding home boasts a large garden complete with a pool. the property is ideally suited for a family or a couple looking for spaciousness and lavishness in a modern and

Switzerland, zurich Price chF 4.5 Mill. interior aPProx. 215 sqm Land aPProx. 700 sqm e&V id w-01l8wn contact GoldküSte küSnacht (ch) wohnen zürichSee aG

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materials used both inside and outside help to create a homely overall warmth here. the garden level of the house, perfectly aligned in a south-facing direction, serves as the ideal meeting place for the entire family, whilst the first floor affords each family member their own realm of comfort and privacy. residents here can enjoy both the proximity to the city and idyllic rural flair that zurich’s Gold coast has to offer.

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his splendid residence with a wonderful pool in the garden is located in küsnacht, one of the highest rated municipalities in Switzerland, only a few minutes away from the centre of zurich. Set in grounds spanning more than 1,300 sqm, this property impresses with its unique ambience, its beautiful and unoverlooked garden, its conservatory and commodious living area complete with a cheminée fireplace. exclusive

Switzerland, zurich Price chF 5.45 Mill. interior aPProx. 270 sqm Land aPProx. 1,306 sqm e&V id w-01Gr9d contact GoldküSte zürich (ch) wohnen zürichSee aG licence partner oF enGel & VölkerS wohnen Schweiz aG teL. +41 43 210 92 30 e-MaiL kueSnacht@enGelVoelkerS.coM

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Islikon

A Country Estate with Special Flair

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asteful living of a superb standard can be found here on approx.

410 sqm located in a completely secluded setting. the harmony, peace and homeliness of this property has an instantaneous effect on all those who dwell within it. whether in the cosy atmosphere of the sitting room or one floor up in the living area with its open fireplace and superb country-style kitchen, where relaxing hours can be spent on the sofa or

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Switzerland, thurgau PriCE ChF 4.3 Mill. intErior APProx. 410 sqm LAnd APProx. 3,983 sqm E&V id w-01KQXr ContACt FrauenFeld (Ch) grund genug – iMMobilien ag liCenCe partner oF engel & VölKerS wohnen SChweiz ag tEL. +41 52 723 30 40 E-MAiL FrauenFeld@engelVoelKerS.CoM

at the large table – this home exudes a sense of absolute comfort and well-being. up to four horses can be accommodated in the beautifully renovated stables. a tack room, washing area, storage area and utility rooms etc. are all on hand and adjoined directly to the house. the garden grounds encompass various areas from a natural meadow to boxwood landscapes, through to an enea lounge area – all of the highest quality.

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Uesslingen-Buch

Idyllic Home in the Heart of Vineyards

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igh above the municipality of uesslingen lies this property, which oozes pure understatement from the outside. behind its sturdy and long-lasting exposed brickwork, a true dream of a home is waiting to be discovered. Various features – from the security alarm to the central blind and vacuum cleaning system, through to the splendid indoor swimming pool – make this a jewel of a house that leaves nothing to be

Switzerland, thurgau PrIce ChF 3.45 Mill.

InterIor aPProx. 288 sqm Land aPProx. 1,350 sqm e&V Id w-01i5hd contact SChaFFhauSen (Ch) grund genug – iMMobilien ag liCenCe partner oF engel & VölkerS wohnen SChweiz ag teL. +41 52 630 70 10 e-MaIL SChaFFhauSen@engelVoelkerS.CoM

desired. the property is divided into two wings that are connected via an underground transition. with 6.5 rooms in the main house, this property is ideally suited to the requirements of a family. in recreational terms, a veritable paradise has been created in the second building, which spans some 300 sqm in total. a 10.5 x 4.05 m indoor pool, a fitness suite and vast garden room with beautiful views complement this superb offering.

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Kreuzlingen

Dream Waterfront Home

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he location of this sensational country house with direct lake access is absolutely unique and guaranteed to impress. in the heart of the town, this is an oasis of tranquillity and relaxation. the property could be used in a variety of ways. the upper floor accommodates a separate apartment unit that could be resided in by family members or used as an office or work space. the large billiard room with a fully fitted bar

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Switzerland, thurgau Price ChF 2.9 Mill. interior aPProx. 250 sqm LanD aPProx. 1,884 sqm e&V iD w-008SVJ contact Kreuzlingen (Ch) exCluSiVe real eState ag liCenCe partner oF engel & VölKerS wohnen SChweiz ag teL. +41 71 677 18 18 e-MaiL Kreuzlingen@engelVoelKerS.CoM

area in the basement is a superb setting for throwing private parties. in the splendidly landscaped gardens, it is easy to feel as though one is on holiday, while sun worshippers will be in paradise next to the outdoor pool in summer. a charming garden house with a cheminée is ideal for holding cosy barbecue and fondue evenings during the colder months of the year. in front of the house there are nine parking spaces.

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Bad Ragaz

Luxury Apartments Next to Parkland with Golf Courses

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hese two luxurious freehold apartments for sale are located at one of the most exclusive residential addresses in this upmarket spa town, very close indeed to swathes of parkland hosting two golf courses. both living units occupy an entire level of the property respectively and can be reached directly via an elevator. Select materials and a well-conceived layout of the lightflooded rooms help to create an exceptional ambience

Switzerland, St. Gallen PriCe CHF 1.38/2.68 Mill. iNterior APProx. 138/276 sqm No. of rooms 3/6 e&V iD w-01GXVX CoNtACt Vaduz (li) Heinz Senn iMMobilien liCenCe partner oF enGel & VölkerS woHnen SCHweiz aG teL. +423 231 30 03 e-mAiL Vaduz@enGelVoelkerS.CoM

within. an expansive terrace on the upper floor and a wonderful garden concealed from outside view on the ground floor mean that indoor and outdoor home life can be enjoyed as one glorious whole here. the exclusive resort of bad ragaz also offers thermal springs, the best 5-star spa resort in Switzerland, several Michelin-starred restaurants and the sensational mountain scenery of the “Heidiland” region.

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Near Innsbruck

Large Plot with Classic 1960s Bungalow

AustriA, tyrol PriCe Euro 4.2 Mill. interior aPProx. 340 sqm Land aPProx. 9,300 sqm e&V id W-01iGWi energy VaLue CErtiFiCAtE PENDiNG ContaCt iNNsbruCk-sEEFElD (A) EV iMMobiliENAGENtur GMbH liCENCE PArtNEr oF ENGEl & VölkErs rEsiDENtiAl GMbH teL. +43 5212 526 39 e-MaiL sEEFElD-tirol@ENGElVoElkErs.CoM

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his marvellous property is situated on a unique land plot with its own private access road. the exceptional infrastructure, fantastic countryside, wonderful recreational amenities, good schools and colleges, and optimum health provision are all ensuring that house prices in the tyrol region continue to rise. A former industrialist’s mansion can be found on the land plot – a prestigious and classic l-shaped bungalow dating back to

the 1960s with a special flair all of its own. the 1960s property combines the linear rigour of bauhaus design with the lightness of form of the midcentury modern era, which can be seen here in absolute perfection. the land plot, which is extremely large by tyrol standards, consists of several building lots. this presents outstanding opportunities for creating a unique residence with the family, with friends, or as a company.

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Seefeld in Tyrol

Elegant Country-Style Chalet

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his magnificent chalet lies on a sunny plot in the most sought-after location in seefeld. rural Alpine architecture, the spacious interior layout and the high-quality, luxurious fittings within make this tyrolstyle home a truly top-end property. the wraparound terrace spanning some 100 sqm has a flight of stairs leading down into the garden with superb panoramic views over the mountains. From the ground floor with

AustriA, tyrol PriCE Euro 2.6 Mill. intErior aPProx. 340 sqm Land aPProx. 1,140 sqm E&V id W-0035Gr EnErgy VaLuE CErtiFiCAtE PENDiNG ContaCt iNNsbruCk-sEEFElD (A) EV iMMobiliENAGENtur GMbH liCENCE PArtNEr oF ENGEl & VölkErs rEsiDENtiAl GMbH tEL. +43 5212 526 39 E-MaiL sEEFElD-tirol@ENGElVoElkErs.CoM

a hallway, bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen and dining room with an alcove, all furnished in hand-carpentered stone pine, a round stairwell leads up to an approx. 87 sqm living room with an open fireplace, exposed ceiling beams, panoramic sliding doors opening on to the large balcony, a study, bedroom and bathroom with shower. on the lower ground floor there is a luxurious spa with a 5 x 10 m pool, a relaxation room, WC and steam room.

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Kitzbühel

Country Residence on the Sonnberg

AustriA, tyrol PRiCe Euro 4.8 Mill. inteRioR aPPRox. 274 sqm Land aPPRox. 748 sqm e&V id W-0177WG eneRgy VaLue HWB 62.37 kWh/m2a ContaCt KitzBüHEl (A) EnGEl & VölKErs KitzBüHEl GMBH licEncE pArntEr of EnGEl & VölKErs rEsidEntiAl GMBH teL. +43 5356 716 15 e-MaiL KitzBuEHEl@EnGElVoElKErs.coM

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consists of a spacious living and dining area with an adjoining kitchen, a living room with a fireplace, five bedrooms, each with access to a balcony or terrace, four bathrooms, a guest Wc, and various technical and utility rooms. on the garden level there is a spa area with a steam room. this property also boasts a beautifully landscaped garden with a sun terrace and a 2.5 x 7.1 metre outdoor swimming pool.

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his country house is situated on the sunny side of Kitzbühel and affords a dream outlook overlooking the resort town itself, as well as the mighty Hahnenkamm and Wilder Kaiser mountains. the location within walking distance of the town centre and the immediate proximity to the ski slopes set this residence apart. the standard of comfort and quality furnishings leaves hardly anything to be desired. the offer

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Kitzbühel

Top Chalet with Indoor Pool at Prime Address

AustriA, tYrol PrICe Euro 14 Mill.

InTerIor APProx. 890 sqm LAnd APProx. 1,006 sqm e&V Id W-0035KX energy VALue CErtiFiCAtE PENDiNG ConTACT KitzbühEl (A) ENGEl & VölKErs KitzbühEl GMbh liCENCE PArtNEr oF ENGEl & VölKErs rEsiDENtiAl GMbh TeL. +43 5356 716 15 e-MAIL KitzbuEhEl@ENGElVoElKErs.CoM

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his dream property is situated in one of the finest and most beautiful locations in Kitzbühel, enjoying views overlooking the hahnenkamm mountain and Alpine scenery around Kitzbühel. the centre of the town can be reached from here on foot. in addition to the peaceful location, this property built in 2003 offers an extremely luxurious standard. the main and guest wings with a separate entrance preside

over seven comfortable bedrooms, each with an en suite bathroom, two large living areas including a salon of some 150 sqm, two kitchens, five fireplaces and stoves, an elevator, and a large garage for six cars with a heated entrance, as well as a single garage and two covered parking spaces. the large spa area with an indoor swimming pool and sauna underlines the excellent quality of life to be had in this residence.

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Kitzbühel

Rarity – Historic Farmhouse on the Hahnenkamm

AustriA, tyrol PRice Euro 9.5 Mill. inteRioR aPPRox. 568 sqm Land aPPRox. 2,400 sqm e&V id W-00NtMN eneRgy VaLue HWB 256 kWh/m2a, fGEE 2.89 contact KitzBüHEl (A) ENGEl & VölKErs KitzBüHEl GMBH licENcE pArtNEr of ENGEl & VölKErs rEsidENtiAl GMBH teL. +43 5356 716 15 e-MaiL KitzBuEHEl@ENGElVoElKErs.coM

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remained unchanged, whilst inside it has recently been completely refurbished and modernised. its cosy and luxurious ambience is an absolute joy to behold. due to the use of the finest materials such as antique oak floors, Belgian theine, antique marble in the bathrooms and interior fittings in chopped antique wood, the overall condition of the property, together with the latest technical appointments, is perfect.

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uilt in 1900, this farmhouse is an absolute rarity on the market. the property is situated close to the town, and at the same time in a very peaceful and sunny prime position at the foot of the world-famous Hahnenkamm mountain, with wonderful panoramic views over the surrounding Alpine scenery. the ski slope is extremely close by. the traditional, original appearance of the property from the outside has

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Zürs am Arlberg

Holiday Apartments Next to the Mountain Railway

AustriA, VorArlberg PRice fRoM euro 889,000 iNteRioR fRoM APPRox. 59 sqm No. of RooMs fRoM 2 e&V iD W-0160JF eNeRgy VAlue 68 kWh/m2a coNtAct VorArlberg (A) e&H immobilien gmbH licence pArtner oF engel & Völkers residentiAl gmbH tel. +43 5574 580 68 e-MAil VorArlberg@engelVoelkers.com

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ocated in the popular ski resort of lech-Zürs am Arlberg, these holiday apartments have permits for unlimited vacation usage. they can be furnished according to individual tastes and visions. the property features a sauna with a steam room and a ski basement with a heating system for ski boots. A parking space in the underground garage is assigned to each apartment and contained in the sale price.

Zürs boasts two gourmet restaurants and five other restaurants, as well as four bars and two nightclubs. there are also two small supermarkets and various sports shops for residents’ convenience. the resort lies at approx. 1,720 metres above sea level and is one of the best places in the Alps for reliable snow cover. there are over 280 km of ski slopes, cross-country ski tracks and winter hiking trails.

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Vienna

House-in-a-House Concept with Large Garden in Grinzing

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his garden apartment occupies the entire ground floor and one half of the first floor of a charming, three-unit apartment building. the two levels are connected via a broad staircase. the garden meanwhile surrounds the entirety of the ground plan layout, meaning that the sunshine can be enjoyed throughout the entire day. the interior concept is characterised by spacious living areas with large window frontages.

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AustriA, ViennA PriCe eurO 2.99 MiLL. interior aPProx. 314 sqm no. of rooms 9 e&V iD W-01G01Z enerGy VaLue HWB 50 kWh/m2a, fGee 0.92 ContaCt Wien-DöBLinG (A) M&P reAL estAte serVices GMBH Licence PArtner Of enGeL & VöLkers resiDentiAL GMBH teL. +43 1 235 02 50 e-maiL WienDOeBLinG@enGeLVOeLkers.cOM

the first floor accommodates three bedrooms, a walk-in wardrobe, two bathrooms and a terrace. upmarket fittings in this home embrace parquet floors, marble slabs, natural stone, zone-controlled underfloor heating, a security alarm, electric outdoor blinds and an elevator. the sense of spaciousness and luxury within certainly lives up to that typically associated with an exclusive house-in-a-house living concept.

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Vienna

Luxury Attic Apartment Near Hoher Markt

AustriA, ViennA Price eurO 6.95 MiLL. iNterior APProx. 370 sqm No. of rooMs 5 e&V iD W-0191nW eNergy VALue HWB 41 kWh/m2a coNtAct Wien-ZentruM (A) M&P reAL estAte serVices GMBH Licence PArtner Of enGeL & VöLkers residentiAL GMBH teL. +43 1 235 11 11 e-MAiL WienZentruM@enGeLVOeLkers.cOM

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he location of this property in a low-traffic zone surrounded by historic buildings is of great cultural significance. the penthouse has set entirely new architectural standards. Giant windows flood the living/ dining area with light and create a spacious interior flair in juxtaposition with the open plan gallery. the interior design features elegant wall openings, an extravagant bar area and premium appointments in the

kitchen and bathrooms. the technical fittings include an alarm and Bus system, a cooling unit, dumbwaiter, shutter system and much more besides. the gallery level accommodates a master bedroom, sauna, solarium, bathroom and a further room. A small salon with a summer kitchen on the third floor gives on to a roof terrace with breathtaking views looking out towards the danube canal and Hoher Markt.

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Milan

Style and Elegance near Solari Park

ITALY, LOMBARDY PRICE EURO 1.05 MILL. INTERIOR APPROX. 170 sqm NO. OF ROOMS 4 E&V ID W-01H1RL ENERGY VALUE E/119.75 kWh/m²a CONTACT MILANO CENTRO STORICO (I) M&M REAL ESTATE SRL LICENCE PARTNER OF ENGEL & VÖLKERS ITALIA S.R.L. TEL. +39 02 94 43 33 31 E-MAIL MILANOCENTROSTORICO@ENGELVOELKERS.COM

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ituated on the third floor of a modern building with a concierge service, close to Solari Park, this exquisite apartment has recently been renovated with great taste and attention to detail by the architect Gaetano Radice Fossati. The entrance leads to a large lounge, which opens onto a wonderful terrace with superb views overlooking the Via Dezza. Adjoining the living area is an eat-in kitchen with its own terrace and a laundry area. On the

other side of the hallway is the master suite with a commodious bedroom, a bathroom with a large bathtub and a lobby with wardrobes. The apartment also affords two further bedrooms and a bathroom. A large garage is available in the building on request. This offer is perfect for a young family wishing to live in and enjoy the Solari Park area, in a pleasant neighbourhood with many shops and good urban public transport connections.

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Griante

Lovely Apartment in an Historic Villa

Italy, lombardy Price EUro 3.25 mIll. interior APProx. 355 sqm no. of rooms 4 e&V iD W-01lPol energy VALue G/265.35 kWh/m2a contAct CErnobbIo (I) FInEst ItalIan EstatEs srl UnIPErsonalE lICEnCE PartnEr oF EnGEl & VölkErs ItalIa s.r.l. teL. +39 031 51 30 99 e-mAiL CErnobbIo@EnGElVoElkErs.Com

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his wonderful apartment is situated in one of the most prestigious villas on lake Como. the spacious, lightflooded living area boasts access to the magnificent terrace with gorgeous views overlooking the lake. a modern and fully fitted kitchen with a breakfast area can be found adjacent to the living room. the master bedroom with an exclusive en suite bathroom also gives on to a beautiful and relaxing terrace overlooking

the park grounds with its opulent trees. a second bedroom with an en suite bathroom is located on the mezzanine level. a glorious outdoor swimming pool and a tennis court cater to recreational pleasures in delightful surroundings. other amenities on offer include a vast cellar, a garage and outdoor parking. Villa maria is located close to menaggio and is therefore within convenient reach of the towns of lugano and Como.

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Franciacorta

Historical Palazzo with Outstanding Views

Italy, lombardy Price EUro 12 mIll. interiOr aPPrOx. 3,000 sqm Land aPPrOx. 5.2 ha e&V id W-01GZP0 energy VaLue G/181.04 kWh/m2a cOntact laGo d’IsEo (I) rEactIvE srl lIcEncE PartnEr of EnGEl & völkErs ItalIa s.r.l. teL. +39 035 91 15 72 e-MaiL laGodIsEo@EnGElvoElkErs.com

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ranciacorta is renowned locally for its production of fine champagnestyle wines and is characterised by rolling vine-covered hills. set in a dominant position close to the idyllic lake Iseo, this enchanting property covers more than 5 ha, including a villa dating from 1400, a historic building dating back to 1700, a small chapel dedicated to santa Giulia and an independent staff apartment. In the magnificent

courtyard there is a garden with an impressive cedar of lebanon, a fountain, a sentry box and paved paths. the northern part extends into a well-forested park of approx. 5.2 hectares, an olive grove, meadow and arable land. restoration work both inside and outside has highlighted the valuable structural characteristics of the building. this magnificent property is listed in the “register of Italian Historic Houses”.

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Gaiole in Chianti

Renovated Old Mill with a Fairytale Atmosphere

Italy, tuscany PRice EuRO 3.5 MIll. inteRiOR APPROx. 800 sqm LAnd APPROx. 50,000 sqm e&V id W-01JEuO eneRgy VALue F/135.35 kWh/m2a cOntAct sIEna (I) FIRst class HOusE s.R.l. lIcEncE paRtnER OF EngEl & VölkERs ItalIa s.R.l. teL. +39 577 11 11 44 e-MAiL sIEna@EngElVOElkERs.cOM

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nly 30 minutes from siena, between gaiole in chianti and lecchi, a medieval trail leads to an enchanted place with a fairytale atmosphere, where the only sound is the flowing spring water of the small waterfalls. the property – an historic mill dating from the fifteenth century that has undergone superb restoration – stands in a prominent position amidst this magical scenery in typical chianti countryside.

this home spans some 800 sqm in total, characterised by high-quality finishes including wooden beams and terracotta floors, with bathrooms featuring elegant ceramics, marble and a private Jacuzzi. the property also includes a restaurant, an outdoor pool and a spa with a hand-carved stone whirlpool bath, as well as a sauna, turkish bath and tropical shower. It occupies an expansive land plot spanning some 5 ha.

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Rome

Elegance on the Piazza Navona

Italy, lazIo PricE EURo 2.85 MIll. iNtErior aPProx. 360 sqm No. of rooms 8 E&V iD W-018U9W ENErgy ValuE G/175 kWh/m2a coNtact RoMa CEntRo StoRICo (I) PRIME REal EStatE SRl lICEnCE PaRtnER of EnGEl & VölkERS ItalIa S.R.l. tEl. +39 06 679 88 10 E-mail RoMaCEntRoStoRICo@EnGElVoElkERS.CoM

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ocated just behind Piazza navona, this prestigious apartment is characterised by unbridled elegance. It lies on the second floor of an elegant 16th century building with an elevator, which has been refurbished using the very best materials. a magnificent gallery with marble floors decorated in a geometric design leads on to the homely reception rooms: a double living room with a dining area, a reading and

relaxation room and an eat-in kitchen, all laid with warm parquet. all of the bedrooms are bright and spacious. the large master bedroom boasts an en suite bathroom and an antechamber with shower, whilst a guest room with a studio and a third bedroom are both served by a marble bathroom with a bathtub. Servant’s quarters are also on hand and there is the option of purchasing a garage of approx. 35 sqm with the property.

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Capri

Exclusive Apartment Minutes from Famous Piazzetta

Italy, CampanIa PricE EURO 1.7 mIll. intErior APProx. 105 sqm no. oF rooMs 5 E&V iD W-01HZZO EnErgy VAluE G/357.6 kWh/m2a contAct IsCHIa-CapRI (I) maRIanO IaCOnO lICEnCE paRtnER Of EnGEl & VölkERs ItalIa s.R.l. tEl. +39 081 333 10 58 E-MAil IsCHIa@EnGElVOElkERs.COm

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his captivating residence enjoys a central location that makes for a tranquil and relaxing home life at the same time, enclosed by the spectacular scenery and panoramic landscapes of monte solaro. the charming duplex apartment affords domestic exclusivity throughout its interiors. the first floor comprises a luminous living room with a balcony overlooking the sea, as well as a tasteful kitchen and bathroom.

an elegant black marble staircase leads up to the second level of this dwelling, which features a second bathroom, three luxury bedrooms – two of which boast wonderful sea vistas – and a balcony looking out over monte solaro. Blessed with a gorgeous year-round climate, the property also has an exclusive address, just a few minutes away from the famous piazzetta with its fine designer boutiques and restaurants.

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Kalkan

Luxurious Villa with Breathtaking Views

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ccupying a particularly beautiful, elevated setting in kalamar bay, this modern residence enjoys some of the most spectacular views over the Mediterranean sea. The villa offers five bedrooms, all of them en suite and blessed with fantastic sea vistas. All manner of amenities are in place for making the most of al fresco living in the glorious climate, with a huge covered terrace and seating corners amounting to

Turkey, AnTAlyA Price eurO 1.05 MIll. interior aPProx. 265 sqm Land aPProx. 700 sqm e&V id W-011W1V contact FeThIye (Tr) heIselMeIer PrOPerTy COnsulTAnCy lTds lICenCe PArTner OF engel & Völkers resIdenTIAl gMbh teL. +90 252 614 18 00 e-MaiL FeThIye@engelVOelkers.COM

a total of approximately 360 sqm, complemented by a large swimming pool, an outdoor shower, a barbecue area and idyllic landscaped gardens. kalkan is a popular resort on the lycian Coast, where quaint narrow streets wind their way down to the harbour, which is lined with old whitewashed houses with shuttered windows, interspersed with small local specialty shops and restaurants in historic surroundings.

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Kalkan

Exclusive Sanctuary with Unbelievable Outlook

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his newly built luxurious villa affords magnificent views across the mediterranean sea from all levels. set in a pretty garden with an outdoor swimming pool and Jacuzzi, the property comes fully fitted and furnished. With its glorious roof terrace and ideal location within easy walking distance of the Old Town, this villa makes the perfect second home for enjoying seaside living without any maintenance worries.

Turkey, AnTAlyA PricE eurO 552,000 intEriOr aPPrOx. 180 sqm Land aPPrOx. 350 sqm E&V id W-013eOO cOntact FeThiye (Tr) heiselmeier PrOPerTy COnsulTAnCy lTds liCenCe PArTner OF engel & Völkers residenTiAl gmbh tEL. +90 252 614 18 00 E-MaiL FeThiye@engelVOelkers.COm

set on Turkey’s “Turquoise Coast”, kalkan has remained untouched by mass tourism. more sophisticated than the usual resort town, kalkan appeals to those travellers looking for more than simply a “sun and sea” holiday. According to the sunday Times, kalkan attracts the kind of visitor who would also enjoy Tuscany or the dordogne. The guardian meanwhile likens the town to “the italian riviera minus the poseurs”.

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Nebel on Amrum

Beautiful Frisian Home in Historic Village Centre

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he utmost level of living comfort and a pure feel-good atmosphere can be found inside this high-grade thatched Frisian property built in 2006. it is divided into two separate living units, enjoys absolute peace and serenity, and affords idyllic views from the attic level overlooking the salt meadows to the mudflats of north Frisia beyond. Untypically for a Frisian-style property, the interiors are open plan and flooded with

Germany, SchleSwiG-holStein PriCe eUro 1.249 mill. interior aPProx. 150 sqm Land aPProx. 700 sqm e&V id w-01hhaS ContaCt amrUm (D) hc horSt chriStopherSen – Föhr-amrUmer immobilien e.K. licence partner oF enGel & VölKerS reSiDential Gmbh teL. +49 4682 96 18 81 e-MaiL amrUm@enGelVoelKerS.com

sunlight. a beautiful garden with many intricate details complements this charming residence to superb effect. this is a dream home for discerning residents in a classic and prime location at the centre of nebel, a small and picturesque fishing village on the tideland side of the north Sea island of amrum – Sylt’s “little sister”. a wonderful place for children, families, peace, recuperation and perhaps even for “growing old”.

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Kiel

Semi-Detached Oasis with Sea Views

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he municipality of Strande is one of the finest and most sought-after residential locations on the Kiel Fjord. traditional and fashionable bars and restaurants directly on the beach convey a holiday mood every single day. it is a case of living where others travel on vacation. Strande has slowly grown in size over the last two decades. transport connections to Kiel are fast and convenient via the federal motorway. the ferry connects

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Germany, SchleSwiG-holStein Price eUro 525,000 iNTeriOr aPPrOx. 228 sqm LaND aPPrOx. 450 sqm e&V iD w-00F9X7 cONTacT Kiel (D) e + V Kieler BUcht GmBh licence partner oF enGel & VölKerS reSiDential GmBh TeL. +49 431 240 02 60 e-MaiL Kiel@enGelVoelKerS.com

Strande with the Kiel Fjord and Kiel itself in the summer months. this elegant semi-detached property is situated in a quiet location overlooking fields on one side and the fjord on the other. the red-bricked building was built to a high-quality construction specification in 1985 and finds itself in an outstanding structural condition. the architectural design conveys the impression of a detached, standalone home.

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North of Hamburg

Germany, SchleSwiG-holStein PRiCE eUro 2.65 mill. intERiOR aPPROx. 899 sqm Land aPPROx. 79,251 sqm E&V id w-00DGea COntaCt

ess than an hour from hamburg’s city centre, this property has been designed in the the style of a country home with a luxury appointment standard. the exclusive house overlooks some 8 hectares of private meadows. it was built in 2000 on precisely the same foundations as a former farmhouse that once stood here. a superior quality of life can be found here over an interior of approx. 899 sqm, divided into three apartments and

featuring an indoor swimming pool. the interior design has been chosen in line with the country house theme: the floors within have been laid with italian antique marble and wooden floorboards. Just some of the upmarket and exquisite details include an elevator with its own telephone and music system, a security alarm, a Japanese garden with elaborate light and audio technology, and a spa with a sauna, steam room and tropical shower.

Exclusive Country Residence on City’s Outskirts

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Hamburg

Art Nouveau – Large, Bright and Very Elegant

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n this art nouveau mansion dating from 1910, the style of bygone eras has been carefully preserved and brought into unison with the comfort of everyday life. Over the last ten years, very comprehensive modernisation work in line with the period character has been carried out. particularly noteworthy are the original wooden doors, some of which feature glazed elements and faceting. On the ground floor, the

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former bel étage, high ceilings abound, and a fireplace in the living area enhances the overall atmosphere of the space. the art nouveau home is graced with many white lattice windows, creating bright and welcoming interiors within. Herringbone parquet floors in original oak can still be found on the ground level. the unoverlooked garden with its abundance of mature trees forms a veritable oasis of peace and relaxation.

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Hamburg

Germany, HamBUrG Price eUrO 5.4 mILL. e&V iD W-01e0OC inTerior aPProx. 500 sqm LanD aPProx. 979 sqm conTacT

Townhouse with Sunny Waterfront Plot in Winterhude

HamBUrG-PremIUm aLster (D) e+V HamBUrG ImmOBILIen GmBH LICenCe Partner Of enGeL & VöLkers resIDentIaL GmBH TeL. +49 40 46 86 31 20 e-MaiL HamBUrGPremIUm@enGeLVOeLkers.COm

he “Willistrasse” runs parallel to the “Leinpfad” canal in one of the finest residential parts of Hamburg. It is the immediate proximity to the canal and to the Outer alster lake, as well as the surrounding mansions, many of which exude a historic grandeur, that makes this location so incredibly attractive and desirable. Built as a family home in 1903, the exclusive townhouse has been declared a building of historical

importance and is now listed under heritage law. Its magnificent rooms with high ceilings adorned with stuccowork and wooden beams, its splendid fireplaces and its immaculate parquet and floorboards on all floors make this property something very special indeed. It was divided into three apartments with a separate stairwell in the 1960s. Conversion back into a single family home would of course be possible.

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Hamburg

Germany, HamBUrG Price eUrO 2.65 mILL. interior aPProx. 321 sqm no. of rooms 6 e&V iD W-013yG3 contact

House within a House on Waterfront Plot

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his property is located at the finest address in the city, on “Heilwigstrasse” in eppendorf on the alster canal. the upmarket neighbourhood is dominated by splendid architecture dating from the turn of the 20th century, set within beautiful plots with landscaped gardens and water frontages. excellent shopping amenities are located closeby and the choice of schools and kindergardens is considerable. the elegant

façade of this property is characterised by strikingly classical elements and french balconies. set over two levels, the apartment is finished to the highest standard. extra-high doors and smoothly plastered walls create a contemporary flair. the Bulthaup kitchen is fitted with Gaggenau appliances. the sunny garden features waterfront access, whilst an underground garage and security alarm are also included in this offering.

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Near Hamburg

Tasteful Modern Dwelling in Prime Location

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he grand mansion was built in 2004 using exclusive materials, not far from the city of hamburg. the large, wrought-iron gates open on to the long driveway leading up to the prestigious building, which is reminiscent in design to the southern states of the USa. the property impresses immediately upon entry into the inviting entrance hallway, which features a sweeping staircase leading up on both sides to the

Germany, Lower Saxony Price eUro 1.48 mILL. inTerior aPProx. 450 sqm LanD aPProx. 3,650 sqm e&V iD w-00eae2 conTcT nordheIde (d) enGeL & VöLkerS nordheIde Gmbh LIcence partner of enGeL & VöLkerS reSIdentIaL Gmbh TeL. +49 4181 908 50 e-MaiL nordheIde@enGeLVoeLkerS.com

gallery above. the spacious and well-conceived interior layout with lofty ceilings, combined with an elegant appointment throughout, meets the very highest domestic standards. nine rooms and five bathrooms are spread over three different levels. a separate garage building in the style of the house offers space for three cars. the dream garden grounds enjoy a south-facing orientation and have been lovingly landscaped.

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Near Bremen

Germany, Lower Saxony Price eUro 650,000 interior aPProx. 300 sqm Land aPProx. 1,500 sqm e&V id w-00FBxn contact

Worpswede at its Most Beautiful

Bremen-oBerneULand (d) ThorSTen w. micheLS immoBiLien GmBh Licence parTner oF enGeL & VöLkerS reSidenTiaL GmBh teL. +49 421 25 80 97 70 e-MaiL oBerneULand@enGeLVoeLkerS.com

his beautifully renovated home is located in the artist colony of worpswede, only approx. 25 minutes from the centre of Bremen.

The property is idyllically positioned on the south-facing incline of the weyerberg hill, at the end of an impressive gravel driveway. The southfacing garden resembling parkland is concealed from outside view due to its density of mature trees and giant rhododendrons. The main house

interior spans approx. 260 sqm, encompassing a large living area and open plan kitchen of some 65 sqm, a separate guest or children’s wing with its own bathroom and shower, and a double garage. a separate outbuilding boasts a sauna and a home cinema. in short, this is a sophisticated and peaceful retreat at a prime address, affording home comforts of the most exclusive standard.

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Oldenburg

Marvellous Property in a Unique Location

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his modern and prestigious country home is set within more than 10,000 sqm of park grounds concealed from outside view, on the edge of the much-loved town of oldenburg. the approx. 379 sqm interior boasts 10 bright and comfortable rooms, four luxury bathrooms, underfloor heating, two fireplaces, a self-contained apartment with its own entrance and garden access, a beautiful and exclusive country-style

Germany, Lower Saxony Price eUro 1.49 mILL. interior aPProx. 379 sqm Land aPProx. 10,808 sqm e&V id w-01Fn00 contact oLdenbUrG (d) JmS ImmobILIenmanaGement GmbH LIcence partner oF enGeL & VöLkerS reSIdentIaL GmbH teL. +49 441 361 18 90 e-MaiL oLdenbUrG@enGeLVoeLkerS.com

kitchen, high ceilings with limed wooden beams, and a spa area with a sauna and swimming pool. all of this conveys a sense of illustrious and upmarket living, coupled with access to the relaxing force of the natural surroundings. a full-sized cellar, a long driveway with electric gates, an outbuilding that could be used as horse stables and a heated double garage round off the amenities on offer in this exceptional property.

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Near Hildesheim

Individual Domestic Haven Bordering onto Fields

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his representative, architect-designed home was built in 2005 to a high quality specification complete with exclusive fittings. materials, colours and forms have been harmoniously brought together here to form a property spanning approx. 167 sqm that is quite special indeed. Just some highlights include a rotatable fireplace in a purist design, a modern fitted kitchen, granite floors, a gallery on the upper level and a bathroom with a

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Germany, Lower Saxony PrIce eUro 450,000 InterIor aPProx. 167 sqm LanD aPProx. 796 sqm e&V ID w-01FmBT contact HiLdeSHeim (d) andreaS ScHneider immoBiLien Licence parTner oF enGeL & VöLkerS reSidenTiaL GmBH teL. +49 5121 28 68 70 e-MaIL HiLdeSHeim@enGeLVoeLkerS.com

sauna. The terraces with awnings in the tastefully landscaped garden and the roof terrace with its far-reaching views offer unadulterated relaxation.

The entire grounds have been installed with professional lightflooding using energy-saving lamps, conveying both a sense of visual appeal and security. The charming enclosure of the land plot, the garage with a wine cellar and two outdoor parking spaces round off this residence.

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Wallenhorst

Dream Home on the Edge of a Forest

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t the best residential address in wallenhorst, this exclusive dwelling lies within approx. 2,900 sqm of grounds landscaped in a park style with a large array of mature trees. the villa boasts a high-quality appointment with a bulthaup fitted kitchen, an indoor and outdoor fireplace, and an indoor swimming pool with a sauna and fitness room.

Several carefully positioned and designed patios and a roof terrace afford

Germany, Lower Saxony PricE eUro 2.2 mILL. intErior aPProx. 390 sqm LanD aPProx. 2,900 sqm E&V iD w-01H108 contact oSnabrück (D) HaSeLanD ImmobILIen GmbH LIcence partner of enGeL & VöLkerS reSIDentIaL GmbH tEL. +49 541 33 55 20 E-MaiL oSnabrUeck@enGeLVoeLkerS.com

beautiful views overlooking the natural surroundings. a wonderful bar area, a representative living area with a gallery, modern bathrooms, underfloor heating in the entire house, old oak beams and fittings are just some of the details of this dream property in the “osnabrücker Land” region. besides a security alarm, the house also includes two garages and a large basement area.

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Rügen

Utterly Charming Home with Spa Oasis

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uilt in 2007, this unique and exclusive property comprising two identical living units in Glowe affords an uncompromised sense of well-being and relaxation. the long, fine sandy beach on the baltic coast with a new marina is around 200 metres away. both units have been cleverly shielded from view from one another thanks to the curved design, and both offer ample space with an interior of approx. 126 sqm to

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Germany, mecklenburG-Western Pomerania PriCe euro 749,500 interiOr aPPrOx. 260 sqm Land aPPrOx. 595 sqm e&V id W-00s8XH COntaCt rüGen (D) rüGen PrestiGe immobilien GmbH licence Partner of enGel & Völkers resiDential GmbH teL. +49 39393 13 78 74 e-MaiL rueGen@enGelVoelkers.com

lead a commodious and comfortable home life with sunny garden terraces facing south. the spa oasis with a sauna and the living and dining room have direct access to the little garden. two substantially sized bedrooms with en suite bathrooms look out over the natural surroundings through unusually large eyebrow dormers. the property is successfully rented out to holiday guests complete with its furnishings and fixtures.

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Baltic Resort Nienhagen

Germany, mecklenburG-Western Pomerania PricE euro 875,000 intErior aPProx. 320 sqm LanD aPProx. 1,712 sqm E&V iD W-01GZ7Q contact

Exclusive Home with Dream Views over Baltic Sea

rostock-Warnemünde (d) First class immobilien rostock GmbH licence Partner oF enGel & Völkers residential GmbH tEL. +49 381 510 84 35 E-MaiL rostock@enGelVoelkers.com

his villa on the baltic sea coast was built in 2001 and leaves nothing to be desired. it offers immense comfort in a dream location with views overlooking the sea. the beautiful garden with a large southwestfacing terrace boasts both a pond and a barbecue area. the house impresses with its spacious and bright room layout. the interior spans approx.

320 sqm with underwater heating throughout the seven rooms and

three bathrooms, which are fitted in a modern design with sophisticated technical fittings. two fireplaces create a cosy warmth in this home. the full bathroom with an exclusive spa area underlines the feel-good flair of the property. on the attic level there is a separate guest apartment with a bathroom with shower and an open plan kitchen. Windows with aluminium shutters and an alarm system ensure a high level of security.

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Berlin

Chipperfield Townhouse Near Gendarmenmarkt

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he renowned British architect David chipperfield has designed this attractive townhouse in the so-called “townhouse Quarter” on the friedrichswerder in Berlin’s historic centre. at 22 metres in height, the property impresses with an atmosphere marked by spaciousness and exclusivity. room heights of up to 5.6 metres and floor-to-ceiling glazing on the front and rear elevations give the house a sense of expansiveness –

Germany, Berlin PriCe eUrO 4.5 mill. iNTerior aPProx. 430 sqm No. of rooms 8 e&V iD W-014SB5 CoNTaCT Berlin-mitte (D) enGel & VölkerS Berlin mitte GmBH licence partner Of enGel & VölkerS reSiDential GmBH TeL. +49 30 20 37 80 e-maiL Berlinmitte@enGelVOelkerS.cOm

accentuating the quality of light and space. the stairwell aligned along the neutral façade emphasises the verticality of this project. Vertical cuboidal columns with glass frontages give the structure both a depth and a sculptural quality. the house was conceived for use as a private residence with a studio or gallery. two terraces, a balcony and small garden form equivalent outdoor spaces. the appointment standard leaves nothing to be desired.

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Brieselang

Delightful Ensemble Next to Nature Reserve

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hese exceptional country homes are situated on a substantially sized plot bordering directly onto a nature conservation area. they form a consummate entity both from an architectural and interior design point of view. the first house was built for the purposes of private residency in 2003, followed by the second building in 2011, which is currently managed as an event café with two guest rooms. Both buildings are

Germany, BrandenBurG PRicE eurO 990,000 iNtERioR aPPRox. 310 sqm LaND aPPRox. 2,256 sqm E&V iD W-00WJPu coNtact Berlin-SPandau (d) enGel & VölkerS Berlin mitte GmBH licence Partner Of enGel & VölkerS reSidential GmBH tEL. +49 30 28 47 10 00 E-MaiL BerlinSPandau@enGelVOelkerS.cOm

harmoniously linked with one another, inspiring with extravagant interior finishes in a mediterranean style. High-quality flooring such as real stone flagging, tiling and parquet, an oven stove, an open fireplace, and superbly appointed kitchens leave nothing left to be desired. there are four artistically designed bathrooms, one with a sauna area, and three guest Wcs. the city of Berlin is just 30 minutes away by train.

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Zeuthen

Germany, BrandenBurG Price eurO 1.345 mILL. interior aPProx. 323 sqm Land aPProx. 995 sqm e&V id W-01GyTy contact

Luxury Unicum with Private Beach on Lake

BerLIn-KöpenIcK (d) enGeL & VöLKers FrOhnau-KöpenIcK GmBh LIcence parTner OF enGeL & VöLKers resIdenTIaL GmBh teL. +49 30 65 48 49 50 e-MaiL BerLInKOepenIcK@enGeLVOeLKers.cOm

his luxurious and unique property with an unusual style is located directly on the banks of Lake Zeuthen. The listed mansion comprises nine rooms, three bathrooms, two guest Wcs and an elegant country house kitchen. an individual mix of art nouveau and nordic influences is offered up inside, creating an outstanding overall atmosphere. The splendid sitting room with its fireplace and the homely library form the

ideal setting for holding special occasions. The epochal master bedroom with an en suite bathroom and dressing room is equally impressive. relaxation and recuperation can be sought in the spa oasis, which is appointed to a first-class standard. The property also benefits greatly from an attractive landing stage of some 16 metres in length, with a de-icing system, a bathing platform, its own marina and private beach.

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Potsdam

Exquisite Details Throughout

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he former emery factory is a culmination of the architecture and style of various different epochs. Over the course of time it has become one of a kind, and is now being rejuvenated as an ensemble of private homes. the flair of the complex will be a mix of townhouse, factory and loft. natural materials, exclusive finishes and subtle design are therefore gaining pride of place in the appointment of the 21 living units here.

Germany, BrandenBurG PricE eurO 460,000 – 875,000 inTErior aPProx. 116 – 281 sqm no. of rooms 2 – 8 E&V iD W-01FXa9 conTacT POtsdam (d) Fischer immOBilien GmBh POtsdam licence Partner OF enGel & Völkers residential GmBh TEL. +49 331 27 91 00 E-maiL POtsdam@enGelVOelkers.cOm

all apartments have different floor plans and ample scope for realising individual visions. the expansive plot offers plenty of room to breathe and relax – either in one’s own garden, on the terrace, or in the carefully designed communal areas with parkland, a playground and seating areas. everyday convenience is also catered for with amenities such as an underground garage, further parking spaces and a bike parking area.

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Potsdam

Imposing Mansion in the Berliner Vorstadt District

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he mansion on offer here dates back to the turn of the last century.

It comprises three living units that could be converted back into one single property at any given time. a combination of home and work life under one roof is possible here, as is usage of the property as a home for the extended generations of one family. the living interiors on the ground floor and first floor have a generously sized and open plan room

Germany, BrandenBurG PrIce eurO 2.35 mILL. InterIor aPProx. 514 sqm LanD aPProx. 1,159 sqm e&V ID W-01IFmB contact POtsdam (d) FIscher ImmOBILIen GmBh POtsdam LIcence Partner OF enGeL & VöLkers resIdentIaL GmBh teL. +49 331 27 91 00 e-MaIL POtsdam@enGeLVOeLkers.cOm

layout. high-quality oak parquet and preserved period features such as the original doors convey a sense of domestic grandeur in historic surroundings. the attic level exudes a particularly cosy atmosphere thanks to its exposed wooden beams, large windows and sunny roof terrace. the grounds of this property span approx. 1,159 sqm, providing ample space for an idyllic garden, a garage and three parking spaces.

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Möhnesee

Mediterranean-Style Home on Möhnesee Lake

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his elegant mansion in park-like grounds is a true oasis of tranquillity boasting wonderful lake views and mediterranean charm. the entire property is characterised by spaciousness and light, with exclusive materials used throughout. inside, a magnificent fireplace creates a warm and cosy atmosphere. the charming country kitchen is separated off from the open plan living room with panelled doors true to the style of the

Germany, north rhine-Westphalia Price eUro 795,000 interior aPProx. 251 sqm Land aPProx. 1,186 sqm e&V id W-01hB41 contact münster (D) Dr. BUse GrUnDBesitz UnD BeteiliGUnGs GmBh licence partner of enGel & Völkers nrW GmBh teL. +49 251 60 93 10 e-MaiL mUenster@enGelVoelkers.com

house. another highlight is the spa on the lower ground floor. Within the idyllic plot with its light stone terrace and landscaped pond, residents can feel as though they’re in italy, right in the middle of Germany’s sauerland region. a nearby horse ranch caters to horse lovers’ every whim. the charming house immediately next door is also available for purchase, either to accommodate a large family or for use as an office.

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Bottrop

Luxurious Residence for Several Generations

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his classical mansion in a beautiful location on the edge of woodland meets the most sophisticated of standards. residents are greeted here by portuguese marble. the prestigious flair of the main house and outbuildings impresses, as do the various conservatories. each bedroom presides over an en suite bathroom. technical highlights include a cogeneration heating unit, a photovoltaic system, several heat pumps

Germany, north rhine-Westphalia PRice eUro 899,000 inteRioR aPPRox. 753 sqm Land aPPRox. 3,900 sqm e&V id W-016C54 contact reCklinGhaUsen (D) eV reCklinGhaUsen Gmbh & Co. kG liCenCe partner of enGel & Völkers nrW Gmbh teL. +49 2361 582 55 50 e-MaiL reCklinGhaUsen@enGelVoelkers.Com

and a stove connected to the hot water supply. other particularly noteworthy features include the large indoor pool with a jet stream system and underwater illumination, the adjoining fitness room with garden views, the carefully landscaped Japanese garden with a professional koi pond, two double garages and a separate bungalow with an interior of approx. 110 sqm including its own fireplace, conservatory and entrance.

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Menden

Contemporary Dream Home with Far-Reaching Views

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his lightflooded property is set on a truly beautiful land plot directly next to a river. the ground floor comprises a luxury kitchen with a passageway leading on to the living and dining room. a tiled stove caters for warmth and homeliness. other interiors on offer on this level include a large study and a guest Wc. an open stairwell laid in marble leads up from the hallway to the roof level. this floor affords ample space for living,

Germany, north rhine-Westphalia PRiCe eUro 559,000 inteRioR aPPRox. 257 sqm LanD aPPRox. 1,862 sqm e&V iD W-01FnQG ContaCt Unna (D) stephan neUkötter immobilien licence partner oF enGel & Völkers nrW Gmbh teL. +49 2303 258 83 00 e-MaiL Unna@enGelVoelkers.com

working and relaxing – with a spacious master bedroom complete with an en suite bathroom, three cosy children’s bedrooms and a bathroom with shower. a further highlight of this residence is the self-contained apartment on the lower ground floor, which features its own separate entrance and sunny terrace. Great emphasis has been placed here throughout on ensuring quality appointment standards in a modern design.

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Werne

Luxurious Residence with Dream Garden

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his prestigious townhouse, erected in 1909, is set within beautiful, large and park-like grounds in a central location. the high-quality and tasteful appointment of the property leaves absolutely nothing to be desired. the living interior occupies two separate levels and is particularly impressive for the luxurious standard of its fittings and amenities. the main house and one of the three outbuildings incorporate basement

Germany, north rhine-Westphalia PRice eUro 698,000 inteRioR aPPRox. 285 sqm LanD aPPRox. 1,376 sqm e&V iD W-00BV6Z contacto Unna (D) stephan neUkötter immoBilien licence parnter of enGel & Völkers nrW GmBh teL. +49 2303 258 83 00 e-MaiL Unna@enGelVoelkers.com

space, some of which is finished to living space standards. a double garage features electric swivel gates and storage space beneath the roof. especially worthy of note is the large spa suite with a whirlpool, a garden house fitted with heating and a stove, and a heated pavilion, all of which look out onto the glorious garden. sunny and shady areas to sit outside here in idyllic surroundings can be found at any time of the day.

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Dortmund

Architect-Designed Home with Superb Outlook

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rchitecturally conceived in a split-level design, this beautiful home affords a tastefully appointed and spaciously planned interior in peaceful surroundings on a garden plot with a private hereditary leasehold. the lovingly landscaped garden is a delightful ensemble consisting of a terrace, various outdoor seating areas, ornamental trees and a small pond. an especially superb feature of this home is the

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Germany, north rhine-Westphalia Price eUro 449,000 interiOr APPrOx. 203 sqm LAnD APPrOx. 1,065 sqm e&V iD W-00BVZJ cOntAct DortmUnD-süD (D) stephan neUkötter immoBilien licence partner of enGel & Völkers nrW GmBh teL. +49 231 950 29 00 e-MAiL DortmUnD@enGelVoelkers.com

grandiose outlook over the valley as far as the hohensyburg mount with its fortifications. a cosy fireplace in the bright living area, exclusively appointed bathrooms, a small self-contained apartment envisaged for separate usage and two garages with direct access to the garden complement this offering. the symbiosis of living space and natural scenery creates a feel-good atmosphere here of a very special kind.

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Dortmund

Discerning Home at Top Address

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onceived to an outstanding quality specification, this detached property is a harmonious composition of classical architecture and upmarket living standards. clean lines and striking spaces provide a great deal of scope for the individual design of the interiors. full-length windows in the gallery area flood the splendid indoor ambience with light and draw the eye towards the large and inviting bangkirai terrace

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Germany, north rhine-Westphalia Price eUro 1.29 mill. inTerior APProx. 385 sqm LAnD APProx. 1,935 sqm e&V iD W-019G3s conTAcT DortmUnD-süD (D) stephan neUkötter immobilien licence partner of enGel & Völkers nrW Gmbh TeL. +49 231 950 29 00 e-MAiL DortmUnD@enGelVoelkers.com

in the garden. Just some of the exclusive appointments characterising the special flair of this home include a fireplace, an en suite bathroom, a private spa area with a whirlpool, sauna and shower, and a fitness suite that opens onto a terrace concealed from outside view. a double garage with three parking spaces, a carport and an unoverlooked land plot landscaped in a park-like style complete this marvellous offer.

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Dortmund

The Perfect Home for Modern Family Life

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his detached family home lives up to the highest technical and aesthetic specifications. the large-scale ground plan, coupled with modern interior fittings designed with a great deal of loving attention to detail, creates a bright and welcoming ambience. Quality appointment features characterise the style of the entire property. the open plan living area forms the heart of this home, with access to a terrace that

Germany, north rhine-Westphalia Price eUro 749,000 inTerior aPProx. 260 sqm Land aPProx. 620 sqm e&V id W-00hilG conTacT DortmUnD-süD (D) stephan neUkötter immobilien licence partner of enGel & Völkers nrW Gmbh TeL. +49 231 950 29 00 e-MaiL DortmUnD@enGelVoelkers.com

features a taut sail as a roof that can be opened and closed as required. the landscaped garden forms a wonderful outdoor oasis for spending time in, complete with a water feature and various other seating areas. on the first floor and converted loft level of the property there are several rooms offering a variety of options for usage. Dormer windows and niches in the roof convey a cosy and homely feeling here.

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Dortmund

Splendid Family Home in Prime Location

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his charming detached family home at one of the finest addresses in Dortmund was built in 1956 and thoroughly refurbished in 1998. particular emphasis has been placed here on a family-friendly room layout and the bright transparency of the rooms, coupled with timeless appointment details. the living/dining area with superior oak parquet flooring stands at the centre of this property, complete with a tiled stove that exudes a sense of

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Germany, north rhine-Westphalia Price eUro 699,000 interior aPProx. 203 sqm Land aPProx. 1,440 sqm e&V id W-00BVQp contact DortmUnD-süD (D) stephan neUkötter immoBilien licence partner of enGel & Völkers nrW GmBh teL. +49 231 950 29 00 e-MaiL DortmUnD@enGelVoelkers.com

cosiness. the adjoining conservatory flows out onto an outdoor seating area and into the park-like garden that is lovingly landscaped with two ponds and virtually concealed from outside view. the light and airy kitchen opens onto a second terrace that also has access to the garden. the upper floors of the property host further rooms and bathrooms. home life here in this lovely dwelling has been conceived for maximum relaxation and convenience.

24.10.13 14:58

Wetter

Classical Property in Prime Location

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esigned in a classical style, this magnificent property is located in what is arguably the best neighbourhood in the romantic little town of Volmarstein. the prestigious residence impresses with its traditional and commodious room layout, high ceilings and many period features that have been preserved to this day. Glazed double doors separate the living area from the exceptionally large eat-in kitchen, which has an alcove

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Germany, north rhine-Westphalia PriCe eUro 495,000 interior aPProx. 250 sqm Land aPProx. 1,800 sqm e&V id W-01itrt ContaCt Witten-herdecke (d) rothmann immobilien Gmbh licence partner of enGel & Völkers nrW Gmbh teL. +49 2302 91 46 10 e-MaiL Wittenherdecke@enGelVoelkers.com

imbuing it with additional flair. a lightflooded spa area creates a sense of superior living comfort. other features of this outstanding dwelling are the indoor swimming pool with floor-length windows and access to the unoverlooked garden, as well as a sauna and bar area. Water cascades installed at various different levels in the wonderfully landscaped garden form an enchanting highlight at night with interesting lighting effects.

24.10.13 15:07

Lüdenscheid

Prestigious Manor in Rural Location

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his exceptional, charming property is situated in an idyllic yet central location in lüdenscheid. almost 200 years old, the quaint manor lies nestled in park-like grounds with some beautiful mature trees. the fully refurbished property impresses with the tastefulness of modernisation work carried out. tradition and modernity have been united here with a great deal of care and sensibility. the entrance hallway with its oak front

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Germany, north rhine-Westphalia PRice eUro 715,000 inteRioR aPPRox. 400 sqm Land aPPRox. 4,250 sqm e&V id W-01m9rn contact Witten-herdecke (d) rothmann immobilien Gmbh licence partner of enGel & Völkers nrW Gmbh teL. +49 2302 91 46 10 e-MaiL Wittenherdecke@enGelVoelkers.com

door set into a sandstone surround and the historic columns convey a welcoming feel for any visitor. inside, the harmony of old structures and modernism abounds. the beautiful oak floors have been finished to a high standard and are complemented by old fitted cupboards. the good infrastructure of the local area, together with this desirable location on the edge of the town, make this estate very attractive indeed.

24.10.13 15:20

Bochum

Lightflooded Architect-Designed Home

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ituated in one of the finest residential neighbourhoods in Bochum, this exclusive property affords a quality of home life of the highest standard. timeless architectural design is a consistent feature running through all the interiors. the living areas each flow seamlessly into one another. the property was originally conceived as a family home in 1967. an extension was added in 1997. this extension includes a

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Germany, north rhine-Westphalia Price eUro 982,000 interior APProx. 480 sqm LAnD APProx. 1,101 sqm e&V iD W-01GZsD contAct BochUm (D) e&V BochUm hattinGen immoBilien GmBh licence partner of enGel & Völkers nrW GmBh teL. +49 234 60 29 06 20 e-MAiL BochUm@enGelVoelkers.com

separate entrance area but could also be connected with the main house if so desired. the former indoor swimming pool has also been converted for residential purposes and is used by the current owner as the office premises for an architecture firm. regular maintenance and modernisation work over the years means that this residential property is in a very good overall condition as it stands today.

24.10.13 15:25

Mülheim an der Ruhr Prestigious House at Prime Upmarket Address

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Floor-to-ceiling windows make the most of the views looking over the wonderful garden, which can be accessed from all sides of the ground floor level. an open fireplace, with its adjoining library, conveys a sense of homely warmth. a staircase made of glass and steel leads the way to the upper living levels. tasteful bathrooms and exclusive parquet flooring also evoke an atmosphere filled with elegance and warmth.

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his exceptional property impresses with its combination of park-like garden grounds filled with mature trees and precious vegetation and the house itself, which blends in superbly with its natural surroundings. the basic concept for the property built in 2002 is faultless perfection, coupled with a high standard of home luxuries. the bright and spacious rooms afford endless scope for the realisation of individual visions.

Germany, north rhine-Westphalia Price eUro 2.3 mill. interior APProx. 388 sqm LAnd APProx. 2,700 sqm e&V id W-00FVBZ contAct mülheim a. d. rUhr (d) eV mülheim immoBilien GmBh licence partner oF enGel & Völkers nrW GmBh teL. +49 208 884 84 00 e-MAiL mUelheim@enGelVoelkers.com

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Mönchengladbach

Germany, north rhine-Westphalia Price eUro 1.35 mill. inTeriOr aPPrOx. 235 sqm Land aPPrOx. 1,555 sqm e&V id W-01lUKh cOnTacT

Luxurious Oasis of Tranquillity

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uilt in 1961, this prestigious residence is located in one of the most desirable locations in mönchengladbach. in 1986, the property was fully modernised and in 1995 a large indoor swimming pool was added, which also features an exclusive sauna and space for the installation of a fitness suite. this idyllic home forms the ideal haven in which to relax and enjoy a sense of well-being. superior materials have been used

throughout the property as a way of underlining its exclusivity. bright interiors designed on a commodious scale create a friendly atmosphere within that meets the most discerning home standards. an absolute highlight is the south-facing garden, which serves as a private oasis of tranquillity. this property is ideal for anyone looking to reside in relaxing and peaceful surroundings with a good local infrastructure.

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Krefeld

Grand One-Off Property on Sunny Land Plot

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his beautiful property stands in harmony with the idyllic surroundings of “hülser berg”, which is one of the finest residential addresses in the northwest of Krefeld. it reflects a perfect symbiosis of country house atmosphere, spaciousness, elegance and nature. the sunshine can be enjoyed at all times of the day from the dream park-like plot. all rooms offer a grandiose outlook over the natural scenery all around. the condition of the

Germany, north rhine-Westphalia Price eUro 950,000 interiOr aPPrOx. 300 sqm Land aPPrOx. 2,711 sqm e&V id W-01GZQh cOntact Krefeld (d) eV Krefeld immobilien Gmbh licence partner of enGel & VölKers nrW Gmbh teL. +49 2151 78 29 60 e-MaiL Krefeld@enGelVoelKers.com

house is immaculate, whilst the ground layout and room offer is suitable for families. Well-conceived, the two floors of the property comprise five rooms plus a walk-in wardrobe, two elegant bathrooms and guest Wcs. luxurious materials and an open fireplace provide for an exceptional level of home comfort. other attractive features include the garage and outbuilding, and not least the modern spa oasis complete with a swimming pool and sauna.

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Neuss

A Life of Domestic Leisure at Prime Address

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his attractive, architect-designed residence was built to a solid building specification in 2005. the antique brickwork forms an appealing contrast to the dark grey frames around the doors and windows. the enchanting yet low-maintenance garden has various seating areas for enjoying the sunshine at all times of the day. the living/dining room forms an open plan continuum of approx. 65 sqm that also encompasses

Germany, north rhine-Westphalia Price eUro 650,000 interior APProx. 180 sqm LAnD APProx. 369 sqm e&V iD W-01DZFl contAct neUss (D) eV immobilien Gmbh & Co. KG liCenCe partner oF enGel & VölKers nrW Gmbh teL. +49 2131 20 94 40 e-MAiL neUss@enGelVoelKers.Com

the exclusive fitted kitchen. the floor-length windows open out onto the beautiful garden, the terrace and the roofed patio area. the upper floor is air-conditioned and affords two bedrooms, a dressing room and a study. the daylight bathroom is beautifully fitted with a bathtub, shower, WC and bidet. on the lower ground floor there is a guest wing with a separate bathroom with shower, as well as a sauna and utility room.

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24.10.13 16:05

Euskirchen

Historic Moated Castle – Burg Veynau

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nown as “Burg Veynau”, this property is one of the most impressive moated castles in the rhineland area and one of the most important examples of this regional style of architecture. it has been modernised and restored by the current owner. its original character has been preserved and baroque elements dating from 1664 continue to dominate. the historic property has been used up until now for commercial purposes,

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Germany, north rhine-Westphalia PriCe eUro 1.5 mill. interior aPProx. 1,174 sqm Land aPProx. 14,981 sqm e&V id W-00yrZB ContaCt pUlheim (D) erten Dörter immoBilien licence partner of enGel & Völkers nrW GmBh teL. +49 2234 99 92 10 e-MaiL pUlheim@enGelVoelkers.com

but could easily be converted into atmospheric living quarters with simple alterations to the interior design. at the edge of woodland, a road leads to the first fortification. a bridge then crosses over to the castle island, which is surrounded by a wide moat. the magnificent castle itself consists of a main building and two towers. old castle ruins and a fountain in the courtyard complete the exceptional ambience on offer.

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Bonn

Exquisite Heritage in the Südstadt District

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his beautiful old property presents itself with all the character one would expect from a house of this stature dating from around the turn of the 20th century. typical period features from the time, high stuccowork ceilings, a spacious room layout and an imposing stairwell help to create a superb overall atmosphere. rooms on the ground floor impress with ceilings of approx. 4.7 metres, whilst on the upper level the

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Germany, north rhine-Westphalia PricE eUro 1.32 mill. intErior aPProx. 370 sqm LanD aPProx. 580 sqm E&V iD W-00GmDi contact Bonn (D) eV Bonn immoBilien spohr e.K. licence partner of enGel & VölKers nrW GmBh tEL. +49 228 42 27 70 E-MaiL Bonn@enGelVoelKers.com

ceilings soar to some 4.2 metres. the extremely commodious interior of approx. 490 sqm and the ground floor layout make this residence absolutely ideal for leading a superior home life, even as a large extended family. the südstadt area is one of the most sought-after residential districts in Bonn, located close to the city centre and famous for its beautiful boulevards with elaborate, turn-of-the-century façades.

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Cologne

Germany, north rhine-Westphalia PRice eUro 1.125 mill. inteRioR aPPRox. 305 sqm Land aPPRox. 491 sqm e&V id W-00Wil7 contact Köln (D) enGel & VölKers nrW Gmbh master licence partner of enGel & VölKers resiDential Gmbh teL. +49 221 29 94 50 e-MaiL Koeln@enGelVoelKers.com

he property on offer was built to a solid specification in 1968. it lies – in between cultivated houses with an abundance of mature trees – in the so-called “painters’ Quarter” of rodenkirchen. extensive modernisation was carried out in 1999 and 2009, including the complete refitting of the garden level and the addition of an impressive staggered floor. this work has resulted in three units with contemporary kitchens

and modern bathrooms, which are currently used as a large family home. highlights of the attractive and exclusive appointment include granite and other high-quality floors, various exquisite wooden fittings, floor-length wooden lattice windows, electric shutters on the ground and garden floor, etc. the lightflooded studio with a wraparound roof terrace is an especially appealing luxury. a garage completes this offering.

Home and Work Life in Rodenkirchen

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Near Darmstadt

Striking Architectural Design in Riedstadt

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uilt in 1997, this architect-designed home is unlike any run-of-themill property designs. several building corpuses merge seamlessly in this residence into a synthesis of domestic comfort, functionality and aesthetic appeal. In addition to the main living unit with an interior of approx. 205 sqm that can be separated off with an area spanning some 50 sqm, there is also a loft-like, self-contained apartment with a separate

Germany, Hesse PRice eUrO 539,000 iNTeRiOR APPROx. 255 sqm LAND APPROx. 503 sqm e&V iD W-01GDWU cONTAcT DarmstaDt (D) anDré ImmObIlIen lIcence partner Of enGel & Völkers resIDentIal GmbH TeL. +49 6151 101 67 69 e-MAiL DarmstaDt@enGelVOelkers.cOm

entrance. sprawling terraces on the rooftop, partly roofed and partly open, and concealed from outside view with wooden elements, create additional spaces for spending time at home in an exceptional atmosphere. In the atrium-like outdoor space there is also a small pool. a modern heatpump and a photovoltaic system reduces running costs considerably. this makes this property a real one-off on the real estate market.

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Königstein

Mansion with Unique Far-Reaching Views

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et in park grounds of some 14,500 sqm, the “Villa falkenstein” is amongst the finest private estates in the rhine-main region. the quiet location, concealed from the outside world with a perfect orientation and beautiful topography, is unique. Its slightly raised position means that splendid far-reaching views can be enjoyed from the southwest-facing terrace over the fields and meadows, taking in

Germany, Hesse PRice eUrO 7.5 mILL. inteRioR aPPRox. 970 sqm Land aPPRox. 14,500 sqm e&V id W-0065UB contact KönIGsteIn (D) eUV taUnUs GmBH LIcence partner Of enGeL & VöLKers resIDentIaL GmBH teL. +49 6174 959 00 e-MaiL KOenIGsteIn@enGeLVOeLKers.cOm

the castle in Königstein and the Villa andrae with the taunus region as a panorama. the property, its outbuildings and garages, are just as impressive. the entrance to the main house forms the backdrop for the prestigious driveway. the line of vision from the library into the living and dining room exudes a sense of grandeur. Highlights of this offer are the two-storey wine cellar, the spa and the appointment standard.

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Frankfurt

Historic Dream Home in the Poet’s Quarter

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his outstanding old mansion dating back to 1912 is located in one of the finest neighbourhoods in Frankfurt – the so-called poet’s Quarter. the property was modernised in every respect in 2001 and 2002. currently it comprises three separate apartments over four different levels. the approx. 338 sqm interior is divided over approx. 100 sqm in the two apartments on the ground and second floors, plus a rooftop split-level

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Germany, Hesse Price eUrO 2.19 mILL. interior aPProx. 338 sqm LanD aPProx. 308 sqm e&V iD W-01IJyZ contact FrankFUrt (D) GDa-ImmObILIen GmbH LIcence partner OF enGeL & VöLkers resIDentIaL GmbH teL. +49 69 24 44 49 49 e-MaiL FrankFUrt@enGeLVOeLkers.cOm

apartment spanning some 139 sqm. these units could also quite easily be converted into one single home. the historic charm of this residence is reflected in its lofty ceilings decorated with intricate stuccowork, and in its fine parquet floors. a terrace, three balconies and a splendid garden are all wonderful places in which to relax in domestic bliss. this offer presents broad scope for individual usage for investors and new owners.

25.10.13 07:57

Frankfurt

Loft-Like Apartment in Westend

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his spacious apartment with a loft character is situated in the district of Westend – one of the finest locations in the whole of Frankfurt.

It comprises two levels: a raised ground floor and garden floor. this year, the perfect combination of old and new has been completed. the ground floor hosts a large open plan kitchen, living and dining area, spanning some 100 sqm in total. the expansive terrace and bright

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Germany, Hesse Price eUrO 975,000 interior APProx. 225 sqm no. of rooms 4 e&V iD W-01H8ZB contAct FrankFUrt (D) GDa-ImmOBIlIen GmBH lIcence partner OF enGel & Völkers resIDentIal GmBH teL. +49 69 24 44 49 49 e-mAiL FrankFUrt@enGelVOelkers.cOm

window frontage create a thoroughly pleasant sense of well-being here. the floor is laid in natural stone and provides a superb contrast to the historic flair of the arched windows. On the lower level the bedroom quarters are to be found with parquet floors, divided into three splendid bedrooms with two bathrooms and a dressing closet. this level also features a terrace that is ideal for relaxing outdoors.

25.10.13 08:05

Nieder-Olm

Grand Industrialist’s Mansion in Prime Location

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his gracious property is located at the edge of the town at one of the finest upmarket addresses. built in 1976 and fully renovated and refitted in 1987, the unmistakeable charm of this mansion is palpable the moment one enters. from the living rooms and bedrooms, the unobstructed view sweeps over the terrace, the heatable outdoor pool and the large, park-like garden above the selztal Valley. the outstanding interior

Germany, rhineland-Palatinate PrIce eUrO 1.2 mill.

InterIor aPProx. 216 sqm Land aPProx. 1,810 sqm e&V Id W-01m78K contact mainz (d) eV-immObilien beran Gmbh licence Partner Of enGel & VölKers residential Gmbh teL. +49 6131 57 07 60 e-MaIL mainz@enGelVOelKers.cOm

layout provides domestic comfort at the highest level for two people. the town of nieder-Olm is situated in the region known as “rheinhessisches hügelland”, which is also known as the “tuscany” of the area due to its mild and dry climate. the town enjoys good connections with the rhine-main region via the a63 motorway. mainz is approx. 15 minutes by car, whilst frankfurt airport is some 30 minutes away.

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Near Hachenburg

Dream Home for Arbiters of Taste

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legant design, clean lines and classical modern architecture form the hallmarks of this exclusive residence. the impressive property has an interior of approximately 641 sqm, all of which offers great luxury and comfort, as well as ample space. there is scope here for individual usage for domestic and other purposes, with a total of 13 rooms in the main house and outbuilding. a modern and open plan interior concept

Germany, rhineland-Palatinate Price eUrO 889,000 inTerior APProx. 641 sqm LAnD APProx. 1,634 sqm e&V iD W-01GyQJ conTAcT KOblenz (d) diamOnd real estate Gmbh licence Partner Of enGel & VölKers residential Gmbh TeL. +49 261 394 10 28 e-MAiL KOblenz@enGelVOelKers.cOm

with high-quality materials and lightflooded living areas with tasteful fittings create a symbiosis inside this home of prestigious charm and timeless elegance. another highlight is the large spa area with a floodlit indoor swimming pool and two saunas. the carefully landscaped garden plot with its unoverlooked sun terrace is ideally suited for leading a relaxing family life outdoors.

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Rhine-Nahe Region

Exclusive Dwelling with Far-Reaching Views

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his domestic haven with its excellent location and unobstructable views cannot fail to impress. the garden affords uncompromised privacy and is ideal for spending time outdoors. the exclusive mansion, built in 1982, has plenty of space and scope for usage with 10 rooms at its disposal. the property finds itself in an absolutely immaculate condition: the kitchen, bathroom, drinking water supply and heating

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Germany, rhineland-Palatinate PRicE eUrO 680,000 intERioR aPPRox. 576 sqm LanD aPPRox. 1,922 sqm E&V iD W-01mFm7 contact rhein-nahe (d) andré Geist immObilien licence Partner OF enGel & Völkers residential Gmbh tEL. +49 671 483 14 65 E-MaiL badkreUznach@enGelVOelkers.cOm

system were all renewed in 2011 at great expense and to a high specification. Other appointment features, including the open fireplace, the latest network technology and much more besides, also meet a superior standard. laubenheim is a local community in the county of bad kreuznach in rhineland-Palatinate, enjoying superb connections to the towns of bingen and ingelheim, as well as the rhine-main region.

25.10.13 08:26

Heidelberg

Estate with a Park Character

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and plots of this calibre are an absolute rarity on the market in Heidelberg. the top location on the so-called “Schloss-Wolfsbrunnenweg” is one of the most upmarket and sought-after residential addresses in the city. absolute peace and serenity amidst glorious nature can be found here close to the centre of Heidelberg. the land, which presides over a house in need of renovation, occupies a peaceful and secluded position

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Germany, Baden-WürttemBerG PriCE eUrO 2.5 mILL. Land aPProx. 17,613 sqm E&V id W-01JS0J ContaCt HeIdeLBerG (d) eV-ImmOBILIen HeIdeLBerG GmBH LIcence partner Of enGeL & VöLkerS reSIdentIaL GmBH tEL. +49 6221 338 36 80 E-MaiL HeIdeLBerG@enGeLVOeLkerS.cOm

in idyllic surroundings at the periphery of a landscape conservation area – with gorgeous views over the neckar and the expansive natural scenery, as well as the privilege of leading a quiet yet urban lifestyle. the west-facing grounds enjoy a favourable topography and plenty of sunshine at the southern end of the foot of a mountain crest. the scene is set for individual dreams to come true here.

25.10.13 08:36

Bad Herrenalb

Detached Residence in Sunny Surroundings

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his freestanding property is surrounded by other substantially sized detached and semi-detached houses in a quiet residential area with views overlooking the town of Bad Herrenalb. Hardly visible from the outside, the property offers a superior lifestyle standard with its commodious ambience and well-maintained garden grounds. Its attractive and sunny location provides ample scope for realising one’s individual dream

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home. the orientation of the land plot means that every level of the house enjoys a splendid outlook over Bad Herrenalb and the surrounding area. sunlight floods into the interiors, creating a pleasant and welcoming atmosphere within. the prestigious entrance, the spacious living/dining area with terrace access and the well-conceived alignment of the reception rooms and bedrooms make this residence an absolute joy for families.

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Detached Property on the Membergkuppe

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his exclusively offered detached family residence enjoys a peaceful location at one with nature. It impresses with its overall concept of spaciousness and comfort, and presents many different options for usage with an interior of approx. 322 sqm. Various rooms on the garden level and a self-contained unit make this home particularly well suited for combining home and work life under one roof. the property is well-

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maintained in every respect and leaves virtually nothing to be desired. a highlight is the approx. 60 sqm open plan living and dining area, with floor-length windows and doors opening onto the large south-facing terrace. amenities such as underfloor heating, electric shutters, a goods lift on the garden floor, a security alarm and a substantially sized double garage with direct access to the house speak for themselves.

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Romantic Castle Uhenfels

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his magnificent and very well-maintained castle is situated in a raised position in the heart of beautiful woodland on the edge of the “Schwäbischer alb” region and in the centre of a biosphere area. from the outlook platforms, the tower room, the various windows in the castle and the splendid terrace, a superb panoramic view can be enjoyed. the castle estate, spanning some 42,609 sqm in total, encompasses an

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abundance of beautiful old trees and flat sunny meadows, as well as featuring a little cave, two outbuildings and a cosy open-fire hearth.

High-grade modernisation work has been started on the castle itself. the new owner is free to oversee the completion of the interiors together with the Office for Historical monuments and thus realise the dream of owning and residing in a real-life fairytale castle of one’s own.

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uilt in the 15th century and modernised in 1776 with loving attention to detail, this castle is surrounded by several very interesting adjoining buildings with numerous options for storage and conversion. the main estate covers a fenced-in area of approx. 22,000 sqm, dotted with an array of glorious old trees, some of which are protected under laws governing historic monuments. the interior of the castle itself spans

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some 800 sqm and encompasses three living levels, whereby the third floor and the roof level are available for conversion into additional living space. the property was completely gutted and refurbished throughout from 2006 onwards. Beautiful floorboards with many details worked in by hand blend in with the very attractive and spacious rooms. the level of domestic comfort reflects today’s standards, within historic walls.

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Baden-Baden

Villa Viktoria Luise

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he three-storey mansion with a converted roof level was built in 1905 according to the plans of the Baden-Baden architecture firm scherzinger und Härke with all the hallmarks of the art nouveau style. the property was clad in white sandstone, with a plasterwork façade on the upper level and a hipped roof. In 1997, it was thoroughly modernised throughout with loving attention to detail and divided up into three

Germany, Baden-WürttemBerG Price eUrO 1.95 mILL. interior aPProx. 428 sqm Land aPProx. 1,294 sqm e&V id W-00CL4F contact Baden-Baden (d) PamIna ImmOBILIen GmBH LICenCe Partner OF enGeL & VöLkers resIdentIaL GmBH teL. +49 7221 97 08 60 e-MaiL BadenBaden@enGeLVOeLkers.COm

apartments. the apartment layouts meet the most sophisticated of standards. all of the interiors are laid with parquet or floorboards. there is practically no end of architectural highlights here, like the intricate stucco ceilings, art nouveau double doors, an historic oven in majolica and a grand open fireplace. the “Villa Viktoria Luise” is located in a very good residential location on the “Fremersberg” in Baden-Baden.

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Kinzigtal

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ocated entirely on its own in Zell a. H., this grand property dating back to 1962 is set amidst fully enclosed parkland grounds. the plot spans approx. 35,000 sqm in total, composed of some 18,500 sqm of forest, around 10,000 sqm of meadows and about 6,500 sqm of park. the house itself was built to a very solid specification with a high-quality appointment standard. the entrance steps and hallway areas are laid in pink

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marble, whilst other highlights include superior fitted furniture, mosaic decoration in the kitchen and fine attention to detailing in the numerous living rooms and bedrooms. Other wonderful features like a pavilion with a barbecue area, a tranquil oasis with a fountain, floodlit pathways and ponds set along a stream are all conducive to relaxation. this gracious estate lies nestled in the beautiful countryside of the Black forest.

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Erlangen

Gracious Mansion at Prime Address in Burgberg

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entrance hallway with marble floors and a modern eat-in kitchen, as well as a utility room and guest Wc. halogen spotlights have been installed in the ceiling of every room in this home. Both bedrooms on the upper floor have a spacious en suite dressing room with fitted cupboards and a large marble bathroom. in addition to further commodious living rooms on the bright lower ground level, there is also a substantially sized sauna area.

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his prestigious home impresses above all with its interior layout and first-class appointment standard. the expansive and open plan ground floor level presents ample scope for instating and leading a luxurious style of living. floor-length windows flood the living/dining area of more than 90 sqm with daylight and afford views and access to the wonderful park-like grounds. this level also features an inviting

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From the upper levels, dream panoramas are afforded over Würzburg, the centre of which is just three minutes away by car. there are many recreational amenities on offer in the immediate area, including tennis

Germany, Bavaria PricE eUrO 1.99 miLL. intErior aPProx. 420 sqm Land aPProx. 3,053 sqm E&V id W-00n3H3 contact WürzBUrG (D) FUDerer reaL estate GmBH Licence partner OF enGeL & vöLkers resiDentiaL GmBH tEL. +49 931 991 75 00 E-MaiL WUerzBUrG@enGeLvOeLkers.cOm

courts and a riding centre by the river main, dancing and rowing clubs and the yacht club. the house was modernised and renovated in 2001 in line with its original character using high-quality materials. the spacious interiors and the exclusive appointment of the property live up to the highest standards. the studio on the converted attic floor, three sun terraces and two garages round off the overall splendour of this offering.

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Bavarian Country House with Far-Reaching Views

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his architect-designed home in a Bavarian country style is located to the south of munich, approximately 25 minutes from the centre of the city. The property was conceived by a local architect in 1993 and constructed with the sole availment of the best companies in the region. inspired by the architecture of farmhouses typical to this region, the ground floor is built in brickwork whilst the upper level has a wooden

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log construction. from the partially walled kitchen to the whitewashed oven or the open fireplace – all manner of domestic dreams have been made a reality inside this residence. from here, residents can experience Bavaria precisely as they wish. The beautiful land plot enjoys a slightly raised position at a peaceful address on the edge of a village. This guarantees a fantastic panoramic outlook that stretches as far as the alps.

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Idyllic Living in a Country House Style

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his rural home is situated in utter tranquillity at the end of a cul-de-sac on the edge of sauerlach. Despite this peaceful location, the centre of sauerlach and the suburban rail station can be reached in a matter of minutes by foot. The beautifully mature grounds and lovingly tended garden create a fitting backdrop for this superb family home. The terrace and conservatory enjoy an optimum orientation facing southwest. The

Germany, Bavaria PrICe eUrO 1.29 miLL. InterIor aPProx. 250 sqm Land aPProx. 700 sqm e&V Id W-00FD96 ContaCt BaD TöLz (D) eUv OBerLanD resiDenTiaL GmBH Licence parTner OF enGeL & vöLkers resiDenTiaL GmBH teL. +49 8041 79 57 60 e-MaIL BaDTOeLz@enGeLvOeLkers.cOm

three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a guest room with guest bathroom are spread over three separate floors. There is also the option of creating a self-contained apartment with its own separate entrance. sauerlach is located south of the Bavarian capital munich and enjoys convenient transport connections. The centre of the city can be easily reached via the suburban or “Bayerische Oberlandbahn” rail link, or in 20 minutes via the motorway.

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Near Munich

Germany, Bavaria PricE eUrO 1.75 miLL. E&V iD W-013OOF intErior aPProx. 414 sqm LanD aPProx. 935 sqm contact münchen-

Expansive Property in Prime Location

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ound in the finest location in Baldham, this property’s U-shaped design ensures the utmost level of privacy. the grounds benefit from an optimum south-facing orientation. Floor-length windows along the garden elevation open from the house on to the garden. the spacious interior layout comprises 10 rooms in total, each conveying a sense of exclusivity thanks to the usage of high-quality materials. the

large dining room is directly adjoined to the modern fitted kitchen. the sitting room with its open fireplace rounds off the reception and living area on the ground floor. Six bedrooms and three bathrooms provide ample space for a large family. Baldham – one of the most upmarket districts in the whole of munich – has an excellent local infrastructure and connections to the airport, the mountains and the Bavarian lakes.

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Hospitality at its Best

When he wanted to relax, Rudolf-August Oetker retired to the Villa Stephanie, right at the heart of the Brenners Park-Hotel complex in Baden-Baden. This is where the story of the Oetker Collection began in 1941. The next chapter came in 1969 with the purchase of the Hotel du CapEden-Roc in Cap d’Antibes. Today, the collection features seven “Masterpiece Hotels,” and urban oases in Rome, London, Istanbul and New York will soon follow. The Villa Stephanie is currently being converted into Europe’s most lavish spa, scheduled to open in the spring of 2014.

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Haute Couture Hotels

The Oetker Collection comprises an inspiring array of luxury hotels, the stunning “Masterpiece Hotels” – of which there are seven, to date. Claudia Bette-Wenngatz spoke to CEO Frank Marrenbach about the company’s history, evolution and expansion.

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The HoTel du Cap-eden-roC provides a visual feast for lovers of elegant interiors. The napoleon III style building, situated in the heart of a nine-hectare private park in Cap d’antibes (above left and right) was tastefully furnished by rudolf-august oetker’s wife Maja.

le BrIsTol parIs is an urban oasis located opposite the Élysée palace on the rue du Faubourg st. Honoré. louis XV and louis XVI style decors predominate in the design of the 188 rooms and suites. From the rooftop pool with a teak and glass finish, guests have a fantastic view of the city.

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The CHâTEAu SAINT-MARTIN in Vence is a former seat of the knights Templar, high above the Mediterranean coast. It boasts a La Prairie spa and its 51 suites, including six villas, are hidden behind historical walls and decorated with Pierre Frey fabrics, and with Gobelins and Aubusson carpets.

The PALAIS NAMASkAR just outside Marrakesh features a mixture of European and Middle Eastern styles and is the first Oetker hotel outside Europe.

Set in a 40,000-square-meter garden, it comprises 41 palatial villas and 16 pools, as well as fountains and lakes.

The BRENNERS PARk-HOTEL & SPA in Baden-Baden is where the Oetker Collection began. Its interior design has largely been shaped by Oetker co-owner and family member Countess Bergit Douglas. A destination spa will be added in the spring.

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pearl necklace as a logo for a group of hotels? An unconventional, but deliberate choice. “Pearls

represent the coming together of individuality, beauty and quality,” explains Frank Marrenbach, CEO of the Oetker Collection. “The individual pearls join together to form a thread connecting the establishments of the Oetker Collection in harmony with Nature.” Marrenbach and I sit together in the impressive winter garden of the Brenners Park-Hotel in Baden-Baden, the first of the “pearls” to be acquired by the Oetker family in 1941. This gem, whose purchase was based on a personal preference, was never actually planned as the first link in the chain. Nevertheless, even back then, the family business, whose turnover was about 11 billion euros in 2012, already showed great flair for shrewd investments.

This has remained true to this day. Brenners Park-Hotel & Spa in our concept of individuality do not sit well with having a huge propBaden-Baden with its concept of “exclusive urbanity in the countryerty portfolio. We know and understand the needs of owners as well side” is just as successful as the other three hotels owned by the Oetas those of managers, and have the appropriate know-how, which is ker group. The Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc in Cap d’Antibes was spotted why we are such attractive partners for investors.” It is because of this

by Rudolf-August Oetker from a boat in 1969. A year later when the that the Palais Namaskar was added to the Collection in April 2012.

The French owners had selected the operator building came on the market, he purchased of their favorite establishment, the Cap-Edenit by telex from his ranch in Argentina, withRoc, to take over the management – with out ever having looked at it more closely. Today, the 117 rooms and suites, and two prigreat success. The Palais Namaskar, a Morocvate villas, are both a hideaway and high-class can palace just outside Marrakesh, won nuhangout. There are hardly any big names who merous awards even in the first year followhave not resided here, especially during the ing the change of management.

Cannes Film Festival. ut it is not just the furninshings, the The clientele at the Le Bristol in the heart of ambience and the quality of service, Paris is equally eminent. The stylish urban oawhich are of utmost importance to Oetsis features an inner courtyard, a formal garker hotels. It is also those magical moments den and a three-star restaurant headed by chef which make a place exceptional: your favorite tea served in the afternoon while you relax in Eric Frechon, and was acquired by the Oetker group in 1978. Since the latest multimilliona hammock with a sea view. Chilled chameuro investment and its extension by 29 rooms pagne, ready to be sipped while enjoying the and suites, it is today among the most beautisunset on the roof terrace, which overlooks ful boutique hotels in the city. the Atlas Mountains. Or putting up the litThe Château Saint-Martin & Spa, added to tle wooden “occupied” sign on one of seven the Oetker portfolio in 1994, is furnished in beaches on an island to guarantee complete a tasteful and elegant, yet historically respectprivacy, and then ordering a picnic for you and ful fashion. It scores highly with its 14-hectyour sweetheart with a walkie-talkie….

Frank Marrenbach joined the group at the The latter is offered to guests on Fregate are park, the two-star gourmet kitchen headbrenners Park-Hotel in 1997. He has been CEO of the Oetker Collection since 2008.

Island Private in the Seychelles, one of the ed by Yannick Franques, a wine cellar in the world’s most beautiful private islands, which rock below it, and its wedding chapel. “Each of these establishments is different, but they all share the Oetker Colbecame part of the “Masterpiece Collection” in July 2013. Frank Marrenbach is especially proud of this latest “pearl”: a nature reserve with lection DNA: a close rapport with the guests; classic, as well as con16 pool villas, boasting native flora and fauna, including giant tortoistemporary, but not minimalist, design; a destination which offers a great range of experiences; and a commitment to offer the highest es: “You get a real Robinson Crusoe feeling here, which nowadays is quality hospitality around the clock. We only select locations which only possible in very few places in the world.”

The Collection’s counterweight to this tropical paradise is the inspire us and set the human spirit free; locations where cordiality and harmony are second nature.”

L’Apogée Courchevel, located in what must be the most exclusive ski rank Marrenbach explains this with an enthusiasm that clearly resort in the French Alps. At its grand opening on December 11th, shows his passion for first-class customer service, something he 2013, Oetker guests will not only find a first-class hotel with 53 chalet-style rooms and suites and a penthouse at 1,850 meters in the Jaralso expects from the roughly 2,000 employees. “In the group din Alpin, but also many familiar faces. “The synergy with our hotels as a whole, the hotel business only features under ‘miscellaneous.’ I in the South of France is perfect. We close these establishments in was a bit irritated by that, but it is quite evident that we cannot compete with the high turnover divisions such as food, breweries and shipthe fall, so that 60 percent of our employees, among them many key ping. I do, however, have the ambition to create a lasting, visible presstaff, such as the hotel manager and the chef de cuisine will decant to ence for the Oetker Collection within the group.”

Courchevel until the spring,” explains Frank Marrenbach and goes on The strategy being implemented since 2008 is crucial in this ento enthuse: “Our guests will have access to the most beautiful slopes via a private ski lift. After their descent, they can enjoy a cup of hot deavor: the company not only operates its own establishments, but also manages hotels owned by other businesses. “But this does not chocolate on the patio and savor the stunning view of the mountains, mean that we have turned away from the idea of ownership. Runand in the evening maybe have a fondue. All this in the ambience created by world-renowned architects India Mahdavi and Joseph Dirand, ning and owning a property means that you are totally in charge, and that has undeniable advantages,” concedes Frank Marrenbach. “But using natural materials and fabrics in warm earth colors.”

Kindling emotions while looking clear-headedly into the future – we do want to expand. To us, this means that by 2020 we will have this is the aim of the Oetker Collection.

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The game is perfect for events, and exudes style and joie-de-vivre. That is why more than 600 international guests accepted Christian Völkers’ invitation to the event at his finca “Son Coll” in Port d’es Canonge, on Majorca’s extraordinarily beautiful western coast. The many famous faces from the worlds of politics, media, culture, business and sports did not want to miss the polo tournament: athletic jockeys on agile polo ponies galloping across the lawn at up to 60km/h. The tournament was followed by an Argentinean barbeque, complete with wine from the finca’s own production. Many guests were visibly exhilarated, among them singer Vicky Leandros, who has been friends with Christian Völkers for many years and is one of the regulars at his private polo parties: “The dynamism and speed of polo have always fascinated me. The finca ‘Son Coll’ provides a picturesque setting, and so combines the terrific speed of the game with the serenity and intensity of an extraordinary estate. It is a unique experience to be able to enjoy the sport in these fantastic surroundings.” In addition to the sporting aspect, the focus at the Engel & Völkers Polo Cup is always on good causes. Guests donated a total of 25,000 euros, which this year will once again benefit the Engel & Völkers Charity, which was founded in 2008.

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Nathan Myhrvold & Maxime Bilet, The Cooking Lab, approx. € 100

Gone are the days of making reservations and going out to eat: this massive 456-page cookbook serves up delicious meals to enjoy in your own home. The menu includes tasteful photos, illustrated stepby-step directions and hundreds of recipes between waterproof covers. Star chefs Myhrvold and Bilet explain not only how to cook but why you should. Ever thought about opening your own restaurant?

Encyclopedia of Flowers Hyperreal, artistic, imaginative and colorful: the photo compositions by “haute couture” florist Azuma and the amazing photographer Shinoki show all of the world’s flowers blooming at once.

Never mind that you’ll never see such a thing in nature. This is flower arrangement, this is art. And don’t worry about getting confused: the 510-page tome includes an index of 2,000 blooms.

For the Love of Shoes Patrice Farameh, teNeues, approx. € 80

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Ideat # 100

Ideat, teNeues, approx. € 70

One hundred issues is a worthy cause for celebration, and the French like to celebrate. But the Paris-based team behind the design magazine Ideat didn’t pop the champagne corks. Instead, they created a 560-page book featuring 100 design icons, 100 wonderful Parisian hotels, bistros and galleries, 150 pages of incredible architecture and ten rising architecture stars. Quelle fête!

Private View

Mario Testino, Taschen, € 500

1,500 copies, autographed by Testino himself: unique, sure, but not surprising for the Peruvian photographer, who has portrayed the stars for decades and eventually became one himself. Testino has published photos in Vogue and Vanity Fair, worked on campaigns for Versace and Burberry and created legendary portraits of a beaming Gwyneth Paltrow at the Oscars or a shyly smiling Princess Diana.

Now it’s China’s turn! Private View was published on the occasion of Testino’s first solo show in Shanghai.

Louis Vuitton Travel Books various artists, Louis Vuitton, € 45 each

It’s about time! First came the LV City Guides, which quickly achieved must-have status; these have now been followed by the Travel Books, each one of which was created by a different young talent from the art scene who describes his or her travels in drawings, sketches and anecdotes. Samba took a stroll through Paris, Arsham investigated Easter Island; Delhomme swept through New York City and Seki scoped out London. A new destination will be added every year. Let the journey begin!

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TEXT: FRIDA CRUZ; PHOTOS: CAREN HUYGELEN (1), © IDEAT – THE BOOK, PUBLISHED BY TENEUES, PHOTO LEFT © LUDOVIC MAISANT POUR IDEAT, PHOTO RIGHT © FERRANTE FERRANTI, IDEAT COVER PHOTO © DIDIER DELMAS, © FOR THE LOVE OF SHOES EDITED BY PATRICE FARAMEH, © DIEGO DOLCINI PHOTO © COURTESY OF PR, TASCHEN (1), © LOUIS VUITTON MALLETIER (2)

Makoto Azuma, Lars Müller Publishers, € 58

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Enjoy freedom that takes you places.

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ADDRESSES

WELCOME

TAMARA COMOLLI, www.tamaracomolli.com TEMPERLEY LONDON, www.temperleylondon.com

GERRY JUDAH, www.judah.co.uk PORSCHE, www.porsche.com

MAN page 28

EDITOR’S LETTER page 10

PLAYGROUND TRAVEL page 18

EMIRATES, www.emirates.com FOUR SEASONS, www.fourseasons.com/seychelles DESIGNREISEN, www.designreisen.de

ART & DESIGN page 22

AEROBOAT, www.claydonreeves.com ESPACE CULTUREL LOUIS VUITTON, www.louisvuitton-espaceculturel.com MOOOI, www.moooi.com OMA, www.oma.eu THE MARK HOTEL NEW YORK, www.themarkhotel.com

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ALFREDO HÄBERLI, www.alfredo-haeberli.com ARFLEX JAPAN, www.arflex.co.jp BETTY BOSSI, www.bettybossi.ch DANESE, www. danesemilano.com GEORG JENSEN, www.georgjensen.com IITTALA, www.iittala.com MATER, www.materdesign.com NIKARI, www.nikari.fi 25 HOURS HOTEL ZÜRICH/WEST, www.25hours-hotels.com VITRA, www.vitra.com

WOMAN page 26

ARTEMIDE, www.artemide.de CHANEL, www.chanel.com DEDON, www.dedon.de ESPRIT HOME, www.esprit-home.com FOPE GIOIELLI, www.fope.com JONATHAN ADLER, www.jonathanadler.com KNOLL, www.knoll.com LAMBERT, www.lambert-home.de MONTBLANC, www.montblanc.com PELEG DESIGN, www.peleg-design.com PHILIPPI, www.philippi.com

JEAN PROUVÉ page 50

PATRICK SEGUIN, www.patrickseguin.com VITRA, www.vitra.com

ATSUKO SANO, www.as-collection.jp BOCA DO LOBO, www.bocadolobo.com CRAWFORD, www.crawfordsilver.com ESTABLISHED & SONS, www.establishedandsons.com FREIFRAU, www.freifrau.eu HASSELBLAD LUNAR, www.hasselblad-lunar.com HERMÈS, www.hermes.com LAMBERT, www.lambert-home.de LIGNE ROSET, www.ligne-roset.de ME & MY STYLE, www.meandmystyle.com MONKEY BUSINESS, www.monkeybusiness.co.il MOOOI, www.moooi.com PALO WOOD, www.palowood.com ROLLS-ROYCE, www.rollsroycemotorcars.com SANSONINA, www.sansonina.it TRUSSARDI, www.trussardi.com

TADAO ANDO page 56

LOOK page 30

LOUIS VUITTON, www.louisvuitton.com TASCHEN, www.taschen.com TENEUES, www.teneues.com

RONALD LAUDER page 34 NEUE GALERIE NEW YORK, www.neuegalerie.org

GIANFRANCO BRIGNONE page 42

OFFICES page 216 OETKER COLLECTION,

www.oetkercollection.com

SOCIETY page 220

ENGEL & VÖLKERS, www.engelvoelkers.com

BOOKS page 222

COOKING LAB, www.modernistcuisine.com ELEMENT, www.element.com.hr LARS MÜLLER PUBLISHERS,

PERSONAL page 226

NEUE GALERIE MEMBERSHIPS The Neue Galerie New York offers a choice of memberships. For example, annual memberships are $ 57 for students, $10,000 for Benefactors and $ 25,000 for Corporate Leaders.

Various combinations offer benefits, too. For details, please visit the Neue Galerie website at www.neuegalerie.org/membership.

COSTA CAREYES HOTEL, www.careyes.com.mx

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CARTIER, www.cartier.com CHANEL, www.chanel.com CHOPARD, www.chopard.de HERMÈS, www.hermes.com LES AMBASSADEURS, www.lesambassadeurs.ch LONGINES, www.longines.de MAURICE LACROIX, www.mauricelacroix.com MONTBLANC, www.montblanc.com PARMIGIANI, www.parmigiani.ch PATEK PHILLIPE, www.patek.com TIFFANY & CO., www.tiffany.com VACHERON CONSTANTIN, WEMPE, www.wempe.de

TADAO ANDO, www.tadao-ando.com

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1 Double showerhead “Milano” by Fantini and wall tiles by Patricia Urquiola, seen at Flagstone Hamburg 2 Eye-catching: leather sofa “Bacio,” available in various models, from approx. € 3,026, www.rolf-benz.com 3 Fruity: a mountain apple and apricot cuvée, approx. € 5, from www.kohl.bz.it 4 Precious: gemstone cabochon cufflinks, from € 3,500, www.juwelier-hansen.de 5 Words replace numbers on this novel wall clock, available in four languages. From approx. € 59, www.philippi.com 6 Yummy: Exquisite gourmet venison goulash from a family-owned butcher shop, approx. € 18 (500 g), www.bernardi-karlshop.com 7 Good mood speakers: “Addon T10” by Audio Pro is small, good looking and anything but harmless. Music by Bluetooth 4.0, approx. € 400, www.audiopro-living.de.

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Nature and culture melt into one: the “Blue Planet” in Copenhagen designed by the architecture firm 3XN is Europe’s biggest aquarium.

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een from the air, the “Blue Planet” building in Copenhagen looks like a gigantic whirlpool.

Not unlike the sails of a windmill, the wings of the building seem to rotate on the water and meet at one point in the middle. “We have designed the structure to mimic a whirlpool, which pulls visitors deep into fantastic encounters with fish and other marine animals from all over the world,” explains 3XN partner Kim Herforth Nielsen. “The design of the ‘Blue Planet’ tells the story of water and of life itself.” Rather fittingly, the architects (from left to right: Jan Ammundsen, Kasper Guldager Jørgensen, Bo Boje Larsen, and Kim Herforth Nielsen (in the front)) have created their marine world right on the waterfront. The “Blue Planet” is located close to the airport, on a promontory to the south of Kastrup harbor. Visitors to Copenhagen can begin to marvel at the unique shape and distinctive surface structure of the building as their plane comes in to land.

“We covered the frontage of the building with small diamond-shaped aluminum panels. Just like water, aluminum reflects the light and colors of the sky. This makes the building look different at any given moment, just like the natural world itself,” say the designers. Even at the entrance to the building, you realize that the design by the 3XN architects makes the observer part of the aquarium, and is aimed at fusing the two. This is because, as you enter the building, you have already become part of the mysterious underwater world: the ceiling of the entrance hall is at the same time the floor of one of the many aquariums. The space at the center of the building is open on all sides, inviting visitors to decide which of the underwater worlds of the “Blue Planet” they would like to explore first: oceans, rivers or lakes. The wings of the “Blue Planet” building, which stretch UA out like estuaries, can be expanded, if the aquarium’s exhibition continues to grow.

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