IS Luxury Magazine - May 2024 issue

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THE MOST STUNNING PROPERTIES ON THE MARKET

SPRING/SUMMER 2024

THE POWER OF LOVE THE LAS VEGAS COMMUNITY COMES TOGETHER FOR A NIGHT OF SPIRITED PHILANTHROPY

REACHING THE SUMMIT

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A Celebrated Builder on Fabricating One-of-a-Kind

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The Gift Is Giving Back

Our focus this issue is on giving back and philanthropy. The previous issue of IS Luxury magazine introduced a dialogue about how our community can make a meaningful impact on the lives of others. The overwhelmingly positive response has inspired us to continue this important conversation in the current issue.

In addition to this philanthropic focus, we are excited to introduce a new feature with IS Luxury , highlighting individuals who have played pivotal roles in the growth of our city, while actively giving back to the community. It is with great pride that we inaugurate this initiative with Larry and Camille Ruvo, the visionary founders of the Keep Memory Alive foundation and The Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health. Their remarkable journey exemplifi es the transformative power of generosity, and we are honored

to shine a spotlight on their inspiring work. As we embark on this journey together, we invite you to join us in celebrating the remarkable individuals and

“As we turn our focus toward giving back, we are excited to continue the dialogue on ways to make a meaningful impact on the lives of others.”

organizations making a di erence in our community. Together, we can create a brighter future for all.

While IS LUXURY revels in the art of presenting and selling the most beautiful homes, our connection with philanthropic individuals transcends mere transactions. They epitomize the very fabric of our community, infusing each endeavor with a profound sense of humanity. Their presence not only enriches our pages but also underscores the essence of what we do—fostering genuine connections and uplifting the human spirit.

Lastly, I’d like to take a moment to congratulate my incredible team of agents. Once again, IS Luxury was recognized as the top luxury brokerage throughout the valley. It is such a privilege to work with these incredible people.

In closing, let us embark on this journey together, inspired by the stories of generosity and community impact shared within these pages.

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THE OWNER

10 Puttin’ on the Glitz Renowned fashion designers have opened fresh boutiques on the Las Vegas Strip. Here’s the inside scoop.

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Reaching the Summit Forté Specialty Contractors CEO Scott Acton has built a business that’s a category of one, informed by his hospitality heritage.

36 Grand Bazaar

A magical Moroccan-infl uenced mix of burnished brass, textiles and vibrantly spiced hues adds a global flair to any space.

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The Power of A Party Keep Memory Alive’s annual Power of Love gala raises funds as it thanks its supporters.

73 Getting Fresh

Maison Francis Kurkdjian levels up your laundry game with the debut of its expansion of the beloved Aqua Universalis Laundry Care line.

76 Follow Your Heart

Situated between jungle and sea, Susurros del Corazón is a luxury resort that speaks to the heart.

79 French Summer

For Eric Kurver, the release of AIX Rosé 2023 ushers in a season that reflects Provence as much as making memories.

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PUTTIN’ ON THE GLITZ

Renowned fashion designers have opened fresh boutiques on the Las Vegas Strip. Here’s the inside scoop.

GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI

Located on the Bleau Level at Fontainebleau Las Vegas, Giuseppe Zanotti has opened a brand-new 1,800-square-foot boutique. Step into a glamorous and gilded space where the Italian fashion designer’s sparkling heels, sneakers, handbags, accessories and more shine bright against metallic fi xtures. “I wanted to create a boutique that stood

With a heritage that dates back to 1837, French luxury design house Hermès has doubled down on its presence at Bellagio Resort & Casino with a fully re-imagined boutique. Tucked o Bellagio’s main entryway, the RDAIdesigned store pays homage to Lake Como and the Italian lakeside town of Bellagio, which inspired the resort’s timeless aesthetic. Hermès devotees are invited to cross light terrazzo floors that sparkle with mother-

of-pearl to discover dedicated rooms highlighting the brand’s signature silks, perfume, beauty, homeware, shoes, ready-to-wear apparel, fine jewelry and watches. Artwork by Flora Moscovici, Julie Pei er and Samuel Gratacap, among others, accompanies originals from the Hermès collection to brighten the walls of the ethereal space. Immerse yourself in a world where heritage and modernity collide in a way only Hermès can provide. hermes.com; bellagio.com

out and pulled you in. I found inspiration in one of my most iconic shoes— the Pyramid sandal— and turned its defining golden hardware into the store’s most alluring architectural pattern,” says Giuseppe Zanotti, the brand’s founder and creative director. “With the store at Fontainebleau

Las Vegas, I wanted to unequivocally reestablish our luxury position, and I wanted to do that by showcasing the brand’s cool sophistication while simultaneously creating a warm, intimate, luxurious environment for our clients.” Talk about putting your best foot forward. giuseppezanotti.com; fontainebleaulasvegas.com

HERMÈS PHOTO BY FRANK OUDEMAN; GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI PHOTOS COURTESY OF BRAND
The refreshed Hermès boutique at Bellagio Resort & Casino reflects the gradients and blurs of the landscape at Lake Como.
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REACHING THE SUMMIT

Forté Specialty Contractors CEO Scott Acton has built a business that’s a category of one, informed by his hospitality heritage.

Catching a glimpse of Fort 137 for the first time, you’d be forgiven for believing you’d stumbled across an ancient settlement. After all, the open structure that radiates from a conical rotunda toward the rugged desert terrain was designed to invoke its early Vegas predecessors. The custom home in The Summit Club was designed by architect Daniel Joseph Chenin and built by Forté Specialty Contractors on a rock outcropping near protected land that abuts the Red Rock Conservation Area and has won dozens of design awards since it was completed in 2022.

“It’s a stately and timeless style,” says Forté founder and CEO Scott Acton. Using strategies like passive cooling, daylighting, photovoltaic panels and radiant heating, it is a structure that takes on a life of its own. Its wood paneling, rubbed bronze accents and travertine flooring will develop a patina over time.

The ingenuity to attain this finesse level is in Acton’s DNA. His grandfather worked for Walt Disney, building the Matterhorn and Pirates of the Caribbean attractions in Disneyland. His father, who created the original Jaws attraction at Universal, among others, lured his son from California when he won the contract to build Treasure Island’s pirate ships. Acton’s one-o job developed into requests for everything from specialty elements for Siegfried and Roy to the dragons and parasols in Wynn Las Vegas, to dozens more innovations in amusement parks and resorts.

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From top: The rotunda entrance of the awardwinning Fort 137; Scott Acton; Cascade, which overlooks The Summit Club’s golf course.

Acton starts luxury residential projects like he would any commercial project, informed by his decades in hospitality. Forté uses its 3D printer, one of the largest in the country, to create single part molds, themed elements and in-house tooling. In fact, his residential business has taken o in part due to the speed at which the company can work, since it handles everything from framing and drywall to architectural metals, stone and tile. “Not only are they very capable general contractors, but they skillfully self-perform a number of the specialty trades required for our projects,” Chenin says.

Acton describes working with the “powerful road map” Chenin provides, as he works closely with clients to evaluate the feeling they want to evoke in their home. “Everything is about the experience. It’s about the acoustics, the lighting, the finishes, the detailing. You can walk into a space and know if it’s right just by the way it makes you feel,” he says.

The company’s first residential clients had been Acton’s most demanding

commercial clients, who knew his specialized capabilities. The 13,500-squarefoot “Cascade,” another award-winning Summit Club home named for the way it cascades modularly over the landscape, was built for former Wynn Resorts COO Marc Schorr, who passed up residential contractors in favor of Forté. “He told me, ‘You’re building my house,’ and there was no choice given,” Acton says, laughing. “So we jumped in and built that thing just like we would a hotel, in 13 months.”

This new level of luxury is unprecedented in Las Vegas, Acton says, and will have a lasting impact on the region’s economy as business innovators and entrepreneurs gravitate to it. “Look at the impact it’s had already, with a resident bringing the movie business here,” he says. And, he says, the homes are moving the needle permanently for Las Vegas as a community. “These homes, especially in The Summit, are built as legacies. Many will never trade hands. These are homes that will stay there forever.”

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THE POWER OF A PARTY

Keep Memory Alive’s annual Power of Love gala raises funds as it thanks its supporters.

Las Vegans know Power of Love as the city’s most glamorous annual gala, thrown by Keep Memory Alive, the philanthropic organization that supports the Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health. Perennially star-studded, featuring a famous honoree, a clutch of celebrity chefs and surprise guests, the party is so popular, people arrange their schedules around it months in advance and travel from all over to attend. In fact, plenty of its attendees buy tickets each year for the very reason that it’s a great party. And that is fine with Camille Ruvo, co-founder and vice chairwoman of Keep Memory Alive, who leads the efforts of development, event planning and fundraising for the charity she co-founded with her husband, Larry Ruvo, its chair. “The most important thing in Larry’s and my world is that if you’re willing to spend time and make this kind of investment in our charity, we want to throw a party for you,” she says. “And even though it’s all for the good cause of

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The now-iconic Frank Gehry-designed Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health has become a beacon of hope.

Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and Multiple Sclerosis research and treatment, it’s really our way of saying thank you for believing in us.”

Las Vegas is purpose-built for this kind of spectacular. This year’s Power of Love gala, returning to MGM Grand Garden Arena, honors country music sensation Blake Shelton. Wolfgang Puck and Evan Funke, whose Mother Wolf recently opened in Fontainebleau, will take diners on a culinary journey, with each course paired with wines chosen by master sommeliers from Southern Glazer’s Wine, Spirits & Beer of Nevada.

Puck has been devoted to the cause since the Ruvos held a dinner nearly 30 years ago at the original Spago location in The Forum Shops to celebrate Larry’s father, whom they had lost to Alzheimer’s disease. Like many great ideas, raising money for cognitive disease research was

born at that first dinner. “Who doesn’t get together at a dinner table and collaborate with stories and ideas?” Ruvo says. Their longtime friend, John Paul DuJoria, stepped forward with the first pledge for the nascent charity. As Ruvo recalls, “Then in year two, Wolfgang Puck said, ‘If you think the food was good last year, you’ll have to trust me on this, because I’m bringing a new, up-and-coming

“This community comes together and makes an investment in a charity that we get behind because we believe in what the Cleveland Clinic has the greater ability to do, not only for neurology but hopefully in the future, other areas of healthcare.”
–Camille Ruvo
From top: Camille and Larry Ruvo; Dr. Tom Mihaljevic, CEO of the Cleveland Clinic, at the Power of Love gala; supporters Sammy Hagar and Alice Cooper at last year’s party.
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chef this year.’” That chef was a young upstart Nobu Matsuhisa. From then on, Puck has been joined in the kitchen by such names as Paul Bocuse, Thomas Keller, Emeril Lagasse and José Andrés, just to name a few. Early supporters like Robin Leach and Angie Dickinson drew even more celebrities. Over the years, the night has morphed into the evening of spectacular entertainment it is today.

The message Power of Love delivers each year, beyond the fun and camaraderie of a big party, is the idea that everyone in every community is touched in some way by the diseases the Lou Ruvo Center seeks to treat, prevent and cure. “This high-quality event is a bridge to high-quality healthcare,” Ruvo says. “There are no waiting rooms, and we spend time with patients. These diseases require a doctor to spend anywhere from 20 minutes to an hour to diagnose.” Any regular neurologist would see you for 10 minutes, she notes, because that’s all most insurance plans will allow. Fundamental to the Lou Ruvo Center is freeing patients from the constraints of their insurance provider so they can focus on their health. In fact, the time their doctors have spent with patients has led to their catching misdiagnoses. “Imagine you’re told

you have Alzheimer’s by a doctor who spent all of eight minutes with you,” she says. “And in reality, it was that your medications were interacting with each other and causing this memory loss.”

The Lou Ruvo Center puts an equal weight on caring for caregivers too.

“Because when there’s one diagnosis, there are two.” The caregiver puts their life on hold, and the Lou Ruvo Center’s programs teach them how to continue

to care for themselves as they care for their affected partner.

The center welcomes volunteers; in fact, over 100 people volunteer there. And there are myriad other ways to participate: charity rodeos, family fun events, poker tournaments, contributions. And if you’re attending the party for the party itself, that’s wonderful too. “If you don’t relate to the charitable component, there’s the food, or the incredible wines, or the social aspect,” she says. The important thing is that you’re here. “Our message is one of gratitude,” she says. “This community comes together and makes an investment in a charity that we get behind because we believe in what the Cleveland Clinic has the greater ability to do, not only for neurology but hopefully in the future, other areas of healthcare.”

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From top: Celine Dion and Andrea Bocelli in 2015; Dr. Le Hua, director of the MS program at the Lou Ruvo Center.

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Architecturally meaningful 17,868-square-foot custom home perched high up in the peaks of MacDonald Highlands

FEATURE PROPERTY - 681 TRANQUIL RIM COURT - MACDONALD HIGHLANDS

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612 DRAGON MOUNTAIN COURT

$4,775,000

6,393 square feet

4 bedrooms + den | 5 bathrooms

0.45-acre lot | Guard-gated

4-car garage

Pool & spa

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621 SLEEPING DRAGON DRIVE

$3,700,000

6,414 square feet

5 bedrooms | 6 bathrooms

Custom-built home, new construction

0.55-acre lot | Guard-gated

4-car garage Ida Doman IS LUXURY

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$2,200,000

4,629 square feet

6 bedrooms | 5 bathrooms

0.43-acre lot | Guard-gated

3-car garage

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An iconic Mediterranean 13,489-square-foot estate nestled within the prestigious Southern Highlands Golf Club

FEATURE PROPERTY - 27 EAGLES LANDING LANE - SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS

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QUEENSRIDGE

GETTING FRESH

Maison Francis Kurkdjian levels up your laundry game with the debut of its expansion of the beloved Aqua Universalis Laundry Care line.

“Simply fresh and ethereal, Aqua Universalis is a universal fragrance for everyone and everything,” says Francis Kurkdjian. As the master behind Maison Francis Kurkdjian (franciskurkdjian.com), the celebrated perfumer recently unveiled an expansion of the collection to include an ultraluxe linen mist. The mist perfectly complements the Aqua Universalis scented detergent and fabric softener. As the newest step in Kurkdjian’s fabric care ritual, the Aqua Universalis linen mist offers the maison’s signature blend of bergamot from Calabria, citron from Sicily, and lily of the valley and mock orange leaves. Delicate and sublimely subtle, it will surely breathe fresh air into laundry day.

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COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE At IS LUXURY, we strive to understand your commercial business and fnancial goals. Find the ideal ofce, industrial or retail property for your team or source specialized spaces for multifamily, healthcare, technology, and more. ©2024 IS LUXURY, LLC. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY NV LIC# 0046822 www.isluxury.com
COMMERCIAL DIVISION Whether it’s residential, industrial, land, ofce space, or retail, Chip Madsen at IS LUXURY has a successful and proven track record of handling it all. CHIP MADSEN LUXURY REAL ESTATE ADVISOR LIC. #S.0073912 702.420.3332 | CHIP@ISLUXURY.COM RECENTLY SOLD FOR: $425,000 7836 WEST SAHARA | 4,800 SQFT LISTED FOR: $1,699,000 830 EAST SAHARA | 7,770 SQFT LISTED FOR: $1,300,000 4750 POST ROAD WEST #900 3,510 SQFT 1111 SIERRA VISTA DRIVE 11,564 SQFT RECENTLY SOLD FOR: $1,125,000

Along Mexico’s Pacific Coast, Susurros del Corazón (aubergeresorts.com/ susurros)—which means “whispers of the heart” in Spanish— beckons with its breathtaking views of the Bahía de Banderas in Punta de Mita, a 45-minute drive from Puerto Vallarta International Airport. The Auberge Resorts Collection property opened in November 2022 with truly heartwarming touches (see: an activity that involves releasing baby sea turtles into the ocean at sunset so they can have a chance of survival)

and abundant personalized details (a jug of co ee just how you like it delivered to your room every morning at a time of your choosing).

My journey begins with a private ride from the airport, and I’m pleasantly surprised by how well the property is tucked away, hidden within lush, junglelike grounds. Another nice surprise is the genuine smile and chilled cocktail awaiting me at the entrance, which swaps the traditional reception check-in area for a laid-back, open-air welcome.

FOLLOW YOUR HEART

Situated between jungle and sea, Susurros del Corazón is a luxury resort that speaks to the heart.

Stunning water features and lush foliage enhance Susurros del Corazón’s junglemeets-sea vibe.
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A quick golf cart ride ushers me to my Garden Casita, which is spacious and stunning, filled with natural light and accented with furnishings, textiles and amenities by local artisans and purveyors (body scrub in the bathroom, refreshments in the minibar, eyecatching artwork throughout). My expansive terrace is the perfect perch to peer over the resort and the sparkling sea beyond. In total, the property o ers 59 guest rooms and suites. Those seeking even more seclusion and space can choose from 30 two- to seven-bedroom villas and oceanfront residences, and an eight-bedroom hacienda.

While the accommodations are remarkable on their own, the unspoiled Susurros del Corazón grounds complete the total package. The first features that catch my eye are the three infinity-edge pools framing the resort’s private beach, which spans 1,850 feet ideal for surfing, swimming and paddleboarding. The surrounding jungle seamlessly fades into a spectacular beachfront along the Bahía de Banderas—a truly gorgeous sight. The pool is dotted with luxe cabanas that can be reserved for daytime lounging accompanied by a delicious menu of tequila and mezcal cocktails (or whatever your heart desires), not to mention the freshest guacamole and poke bowls. Other dining options include Casamilpa, the resort’s signature restaurant that serves a rustic Mexican farmhouse menu

ocean view studio; the property cascades down to the bay; chic cabanas overlook three infi nity-edge pools.

After a bit of indulgence, it’s time to unwind at the brand-new ONDA, an Auberge Spa, which proudly opened its doors in November 2023 as the largest spa on the bay. Its name is derived from the Mexican phrase “Que onda?” which asks, “What’s your vibe?”—and the vibe here is a joyful and playful take on

in a modern, indoor-outdoor environment, and La Boquita, an open-air focal point that excels at Mexican musts like tacos, grilled fish and ceviches for lunch and tasty light bites into the evening (catching the sunset here with a glass of Mexican wine is a highlight of my trip). The resort also accommodates special hands-on activities including cooking classes and a chance to create your own signature cocktail, as well as in-room dining.

wellness. The space o ers a hydrotherapy pool, sauna, steam room and well-appointed fitness center, which prioritizes movement with complimentary daily group fitness classes (from core-focused Pilates and yoga to high-intensity boot camp and beginner salsa dancing) and private, expert-led sessions. The 34,900-square-foot sanctuary houses 11 treatment rooms and a high-vibration water playground that includes a vitality pool, citrus saunas, aloe steam rooms and clay showers, with an extensive menu of therapies for the body, skin, hair and scalp. Two nourishing dining concepts, ONDA Cafe and Abunda Table, round out its wellness o erings.

Susurros del Corazón is a charming oasis that provides seclusion and privacy with breathtaking bay views, lush landscaping, memorable dining, immersion in the local culture and heart-filled service with impeccable attention to detail.

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From top: Experience a cacao ceremony led by local medicine woman Gina; a light and breezy
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UNITED TO CARE & CURE

Celebrating its fifth year, the Nevada Chapter is proud to host this spectacular event on Saturday, September 28th, 2024 at Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas. Since its debut in January 2020, the Dana Marshall Bernstein Courage Ball has grown immensely, welcoming both new and longstanding donors and contributors.

Join Ivan Sher as we all come together to raise vital funds and awareness for those battling Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and other IBD conditions. It’s a night not to be missed, where compassion and generosity will shine brightly in the Las Vegas skyline. Be part of this inspiring journey towards a future free from these debilitating diseases.

For more information visit www.CourageBall.com

FRENCH SUMMER

For Eric Kurver, the release of AIX Rosé 2023 ushers in a season that refl ects Provence as much as making memories.

Time stands still in Provence. Or at least that’s what locals like Eric Kurver say. As the owner and winemaker at Maison Saint Aix (aixrose.com), he believes the region’s vibe comes from 300 days of sunshine leading to connections with nature and each other. Conviviality and shared moments follow.

“During the day, the ambiance of beautiful squares with fountains and tree-lined streets sets a tranquil backdrop, while evenings bring the city alive with the lively energy of bustling wine bars, students, squares full of restaurants and street music,” says Kurver, whose AIX Rosé 2023 release signals summer’s opening volley.

Rosé, unlike any other wine, matches a seasonal mindset. “We sometimes say rosé is the only wine you don’t talk about but simply enjoy,” says Kurver. For the latest release from the brand, look for balance and complexity,

making the wine easy to pair with summer dishes like salmon, oysters, lobster, light salads, tapas and Asian cuisine.

“AIX Rosé 2023 boasts a fresh, aromatic nose filled with white stone fruit, citrus and wild berries,” says Kurver.

“The vintage enhances its mouthfeel, extending its length while maintaining its bright and crisp character, resulting in a memorable finish.”

I ask Kurver what summer tableaus he imagines for himself in the days ahead.

“Long lunches that seamlessly transition into dinners,” he says, adding, “rounds of pétanque under the Provençal sun, evenings spent savoring dinner and drinks in charming Aix-enProvence, and even exploring the stunning Côte d’Azur.”

All right, maybe time doesn’t stand still in Provence. Instead, it does a slow fade that mimics pink and orange sunsets. No matter. I’ll have what Kurver’s having.

Clockwise from top: The latest release of AIX Rosé; the wine pairs with summer dishes like salmon, oysters and lobster; the wine represents the summer vibe in Provence.
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HIGHRISE LIVING

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4471 DEAN MARTIN DRIVE, UNIT #1707

$2,350,000

3,090 square feet 3 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms High-rise Guard-gated

Nicole R. Tomlinson IS LUXURY

702.528.4360 | nicole@isluxury.com

WALDORF ASTORIA

3750 LAS VEGAS BOULEVARD UNIT #4502

$3,599,000

2,247 square feet 2 bedrooms  3 bathrooms High-rise

Ivan Sher IS LUXURY

702.400.2400 | ivan@isluxury.com

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ONE QUEENSRIDGE PLACE

9101 ALTA DRIVE, UNIT #1501

$4,495,000 5,844 square feet

3 bedrooms + office

4 bathrooms

Penthouse High-rise Guard-gated

Anthony Spiegel IS LUXURY

702.445.4555

anthony@isluxury.com

ONE QUEENSRIDGE PLACE

9101 ALTA DRIVE, UNIT #106

$3,250,000

3,241 square feet

2 bedrooms + office

3 bathrooms

High-rise Guard-gated

Anthony Spiegel IS LUXURY

702.445.4555

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ONE QUEENSRIDGE PLACE

9103 ALTA DRIVE, UNIT #501

$3,095,000

4,826 square feet

4 bedrooms + office & den

6 bathrooms High-rise Guard-gated

Anthony Spiegel IS LUXURY

702.445.4555

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ONE QUEENSRIDGE PLACE

9101 ALTA DRIVE, UNIT #404

PENDING SALE

$1,895,000

3,100 square feet

3 bedrooms + office

4 bathrooms High-rise Guard-gated

Anthony Spiegel IS LUXURY

702.445.4555

anthony@isluxury.com

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ONE QUEENSRIDGE PLACE

9101 ALTA DRIVE, UNIT #1

$2,699,000

3,261 square feet

2 bedrooms + office

3 bathrooms

High-rise Guard-gated

Anthony Spiegel IS LUXURY

702.445.4555

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PARK TOWERS

1 HUGHES CENTER DRIVE, UNIT #903

$4,250,000

4,903 square feet

4 bedrooms | 5 bathrooms High-rise Guard-gated

Ivan Sher IS LUXURY

702.400.2400 | ivan@isluxury.com

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ISLUXURY.COM 85 TURNBERRY PLACE 2747 PARADISE ROAD, UNIT #3801 $7,295,000 8,205 square feet 6 bedrooms | 9 bathrooms Penthouse High-rise Guard-gated Anthony Spiegel IS LUXURY 702.445.4555 anthony@isluxury.com

8920 CANYON SPRINGS DRIVE

$2,990,000

5,165 square feet

4 bedrooms | 5 bathrooms

Single-story, Custom-built home

0.28-acre lot | Guard-gated

4-car garage Pool & spa

Chip Madsen IS LUXURY

702.420.3332 | chip@isluxury.com

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3074 MONTE ROSA AVENUE $2,900,000 6,668 square feet 5 bedrooms | 6 bathrooms Custom-built home 0.73-acre lot | Guard-gated 2-car garage Pool Denise Reichartz IS LUXURY 702.596.8988 | deniser@isluxury.com ISLUXURY.COM 87
SIERRA VISTA RANCHOS

2200 PURPLE MAJESTY COURT

$3,500,000

7,895 square feet

6 bedrooms | 7 bathrooms

Custom-built home with elevator

0.58-acre lot | Gated

3-car garage Pool & spa Ida Doman IS LUXURY

702.491.6344 | ida@isluxury.com

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ISLUXURY.COM 89 LAKE LAS VEGAS 12 VIA VERONA COURT $3,950,000 5,639 square feet 5 bedrooms | 6 bathrooms Custom-built home 0.62-acre lot | Guard-gated 3-car garage Pool & spa Ivan Sher IS LUXURY 702.400.2400 | ivan@isluxury.com

OVER 60% OF THE TOP SALES IN 2023/2024 IN THE LAS VEGAS VALLEY WERE DONE BY ONE TEAM - IS LUXURY IS LUXURY sells more homes over $10,000,000 than any other agent, team or brokerage in greater Las Vegas.

IS LUXURY
SOLD JUNE 2023 ASCAYA SOLD NOV 2023 SOLD AUG 2023 SOLD JAN 2024 $20.50M SPANISH TRAIL THE SUMMIT THE SUMMIT $25M $21.25M $19M
SOLD MAR 2023 ASCAYA SOLD DEC 2023 SOLD SEP 2023 SOLD APR 2024 SOLD MAY 2023 SOLD MAY 2023 $11M ASCAYA THE RIDGES THE RIDGES ASCAYA THE RIDGES $13.90M $15.95M $12.50M $14.25M $11M

6385 DARBY AVENUE

$3,500,000

6,654 square feet

6 bedrooms | 7 bathrooms

Custom-built home with Casita

0.66-acre lot

5-car garage Pool

Chip Madsen IS LUXURY

702.420.3332 | chip@isluxury.com

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1920 COLUMBIA CREST COURT

$2,175,000

6,627 square feet

6 bedrooms | 7 bathrooms

0.46-acre lot | Guard-gated

4-car garage Pool & spa

Ivan Sher IS LUXURY

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97 ISLUXURY.COM 97 2024 NOTABLE SALE 64 CRESTED CLOUD WAY $10,688,000 Buyer and Seller Represented by Ivan Sher IS LUXURY 702.400.2400 | ivan@isluxury.com SUMMERLIN | THE RIDGES

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