Leaves edged with yellow, orange, or red. Brisk air, maple syrup, and cozy days wrapped in a sweater. While it may seem like a shock, autumn and all its vibrance are right around the corner. Whether your typical fall comes with pumpkin flavoring, apple…
Kitchens, dining rooms, and sitting areas across the Americas are getting a major refresh—and not just those located indoors. Today’s luxury homebuyers are looking for properties with outdoor spaces that have been planned, designed, and executed as meticulously as their indoor counterparts. Luckily for…
As we kick off the summer season, Engel & Völkers is excited to celebrate Pride Month. First and foremost, this means recognizing our network of LGBTQ+ community members and allies. Thanks to you, the Engel & Völkers brand has cultivated an inclusive culture like…
If you are beginning your home selling journey, first and foremost, congratulations. While undoubtedly stressful, this is also an exciting time, and we want to ensure you’re equipped with the tools you need for your journey. According to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR),…
As designers seek to differentiate themselves, innovative, unique homes remain at the heart of luxury real estate. The public’s growing desire for energy efficiency is reflected by creatives’ who apply the same values to their constructions. But what makes a luxury home sustainable? The…
Together, architecture and interior design can complement one another to create magnificent spaces— where the exquisite details throughout embrace and exemplify the many cultures, traditions, and histories that have influenced them. The resulting designs offer a glimpse into the lives and stories of the…
In response to the IPCC report released earlier this month, environmental issues are again at the forefront of our global consciousness. But, while sustainability is a priority for many, it is often ambiguous which of our choices are truly “environmentally friendly”—especially within our homes. …
Professionally, it is no question that women took the brunt of the pandemic. Dubbed a ‘Shecession’, the recession triggered by COVID-19 pushed more than 20 million women from the workforce. Women everywhere sacrificed their time and energy, making the commitment to keep the world…
Homes provide us with our very own private retreat from the world, a space to truly feel safe, and amidst the turbulence that has characterized the past few years, personal sanctuaries have never been more important. As home buyers continue to seek secluded oases,…
Throughout the twentieth century architects, interior designers and homeowners alike have been enamored with modernism’s sleek, clean angularity. Which should come as no surprise as our world has continued to shift with global changes and technological advances that have introduced many to a new…