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Wall Street Journal
10 hours ago
- Business
- Wall Street Journal
The Waste Management Billionaire Setting Real-Estate Records for Fun
Waste management billionaire Patrick Dovigi was at his Aspen, Colo., home when he got an unexpected call from former casino magnate Steve Wynn on New Year's Day in 2024. Wynn wanted to buy the house, though it wasn't on the market. Dovigi paid $72.5 million for the property in 2021, then a record price for the affluent alpine town, and had just finished fixing it up for his young family. 'Initially, I said no. I wasn't interested,' recalled Dovigi.
News.com.au
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
Insta-glam home comes with roulette table, Ferrari garage
Want to take a sneak peek inside a Bulimba new-build that's drawing a whole lot of Instagram interest courtesy of its sleek interior and iconic façade? Mosman will open its doors at 11am tomorrow (August 2) for half an hour, marking only the second public viewing of the property after the first inspection drew a crowd of more than 300 people. FBI Interiors owners Michael and Natalie Ajaje worked with Tim Stewart Architects and McBryde Builders to bring the epic build to life and say their vison for the home was simple. 'We wanted to build one of the best houses in Bulimba, if not Brisbane,' Mr Ajaje said. Set on an 814sq m block, the home is known as 'Mosman' and marks the latest in a series of designer properties that the Ajajes have completed in recent years. Described as their 'biggest and best' project to date, it spans three levels and has a commanding street presence due to timber cladding and white battened façade. 'The façade is very unique,' Mr Ajaje conceded. 'It's designed to set the house apart as it's a beautiful home and it deserves to stand out.' Inside, the attention to luxury detail continues, with the five-bedroom residence boasting a beach club back yard, yoga studio, roulette table, eight-car basement garage, and a bespoke circular staircase that cost an eye watering $250,000. 'It's a house with a lot of big-ticket items,' Mr Ajaje said. 'That staircase is a stunner. It's like a piece of art that you might see in the Hilton or a museum.' Featuring soaring ceilings, curves, texture and a clever use of space, the property is also designed to be functional. 'It's three levels with a lift and suits everyone from large families to professional couples and even the bachelor lifestyle,' Mr Ajaje said. Upstairs are four of the property's five ensuited bedrooms including a sprawling 120sq m master suite that's the size of an average three-bedroom apartment. It comes complete with a dressing room worthy of a Rodeo Drive retailer and an ensuite that would be equally at home in an upmarket wellness retreat. 'We've used all the tools we love,' Mr Ajaje said. 'The aim was to create something that offers easy living, is modern and on trend where there are lots of zones for people to retreat to or come together.' The central level is all about that communal lifestyle and features an open plan lounge and kitchen space leading out to the outdoor entertaining area overlooking the pool and back yard. 'People love the size of the home and that area out the back,' Mr Ajaje said. 'It's the ultimate entertainer with a beach club vibe and it's built to stand the test of time.' Downstairs, the basement area includes a games room with casino grade roulette table, a wellness space including yoga room, and a fully tiled, eight-car garage with Ferrari mural. 'The basement ensures there's parking for everyone, but it could also easily be converted to a fully standalone living space to accommodate multi-generational living,' Mr Ajaje said. 'Mosman' is listed with Sarah Hackett of Place and is located at 23 Henderson St, Bulimba. 'I'd love to see it go to a local family with younger or older kids,' Mr Ajaje said. 'It's a beautiful big house that's among the best in Brisbane right now and if you miss it, you could be waiting a long time for something similar.'
Forbes
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Julia Haart's NYC Apartment Is As Unorthodox As Her Life—Tour Her Stylish Tribeca Home
Julia Haart is a true force of nature. The entrepreneur and fashion designer might be known for her Netflix show, My UnOrthodox Life, but what's truly unorthodox about her is her incredible sense of interior design. While fans and viewers got a glimpse of it on television, there's a lot they didn't see. It's also changed since filming concluded and her ex-husband, Silvio Scaglia moved out. Located in Tribeca, Haart lives in a six-bedroom, six-bathroom home—with two additional powder rooms—spanning approximately 8000 square feet across three floors. While the condo is massive by Manhattan standards, it was the outdoor space that truly drew her in: an additional 3687 square feet spread across three levels. She tells me, 'I don't know any other apartment that has that. Most just have a rooftop. I have outdoor space on every level.' There's also a jaw-dropping view of the Statue of Liberty. 'I can wave to Lady Liberty every morning.' And while the h0me is ultra-luxurious and sophisticated, the entrepreneur and reality star reveals it's just as comfortable as it is chic. 'I wanted something that makes people smile, that feels unexpected and cozy. I believe houses are meant to be lived in. I don't want anything covered in plastic. I believe that between fabric and feelings, feelings should always win. I never want someone to feel bad if they spill wine or something. It's all okay.' Here's a look inside some of the most noteworthy spaces in Haart's home. The Bedroom Closet While Haart is perhaps on her fourth act as the designer of the shapewear line Body By Julia, her fifth act might just be as an inventor. As someone with a large designer wardrobe, a regular closet bar simply wasn't enough. 'One of my favorite parts of my house is a closet I invented with an Italian company. It's like a dry cleaner or like what you see in Clueless, but totally different—my own invention. As far as I know, it's the only one of its kind on the planet,' says the designer. She would also like to make her closet system commercially available at some point in the not-too-distant future. On the other side of the closet is a Lazy Shoesan, which is a large rotating platform that makes it easy for her to choose her footwear for the day. 'I also created a shoe Lazy Susan. Lazy Susans have been around forever, but I made mine just for shoes. It's really fun.' The Kitchen Haart values her kitchen above all other rooms, except for maybe her closet. With a stunning view of the Hudson River (which is present throughout the home), it features a mix of modern and contemporary finishes. With open shelves, marble floors, and appliances by Sub-Zero, Miele, La Cornue, and Wolf, it's luxury refined. One of the most noteworthy features is a sculptural hand-blown light fixture by Jeff Zimmerman. Simply showstopping, Haart notes the piece is one of her favorites. 'I love it because it makes me think of Superman's cave—you know, his thinking cave with all the ice skulls and that whole vibe. That's what it reminds me of, and I just love it.' Haart was just as intentional about the art she chose for the walls, a painting called Ha Ha Ha by Mel Bochner. 'I love it because it just makes me cheerful and smile. I think there's enough gray in the world, so having a whole painting that's basically laughter and joy in my kitchen—it's fun.' Lastly, she has a head-turning cutlery bouquet by artist Anne Carrington. 'I love it. It's my favorite piece,' says Haart. The Dining Room Featuring bold red walls, this room is unique and modern. With a handmade ceramic fireplace by Brooklyn artist Peter Lane, it's the perfect spot to gather. Haart also designed the wood dining table herself. The Den One of the biggest transformations in the home after Haart's former husband moved out was the den, which previously served as his office. Now, she uses it to relax and catch up on television with her 'ridiculous' 102-inch screen. She was thrilled to change it up. 'I moved a Haas Brothers couch from my bedroom in here, added some Gucci chairs, a table, a fridge, a freezer, and munchies on top. It's perfect for watching.' While the room used to belong to her least favorite person, it now holds furniture from one of her favorite brands. 'I'm obsessed with Haas Brothers. Their stuff is so playful and whimsical. I've got a Haas Brothers table, chairs, side tables—tons of pieces. Even the couch is theirs.' What's Next For Julia Haart Haart is super busy working on a variety of Body by Julia launches for fall, including sculpting shirts, tanks, and bodysuits that double as stand-alone ready-to-wear pieces or seamless layers under blazers and dresses. This fall debut will be followed by a revolutionary swimwear collection in December, combining shaping performance with the brand's signature color and print technology.
Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Daily Mail
Your new life in the country: How to win this stunning £575k four-bed, with an Audi sports car thrown in!
With its spacious interiors and idyllic village location, this £575,000 four-bed detached house is the stuff of 'escape to the country' daydreams. You could bag it for yourself in the latest 7days Performance draw - with a sports car thrown in too... That's right: the lucky winner will get the keys to this stunning family home AND an Audi RS6 Avant. All for just £1.99 a ticket! The draw opened on Saturday, July 26 and closes at 8.45pm on Sunday, August 10. That's a narrow window to throw your hat into the ring - so act now to avoid missing out! You won't have to wait long to find out if you've won, with the draw held live on the 7days Performance Facebook and YouTube channels at 9pm - 15 minutes after entries close. If you win, you'll have the option of switching the four-bed house and Audi RS6 Avant for one of three cash alternatives: Four-bed detached house + £55,000 cash 772BHP Audi RS6 Avant + £445,000 Cash £500,000 total cash alternative. Life-changing prizes like these are 7days Performance's bread and butter, with draws almost every day for goodies ranging from cars, gadgets and houses to massive cash jackpots. They've handed out £145m so far, with every competition limited to a maximum number of total entries - and a winner guaranteed regardless of how many tickets are sold. Here are more details about the amazing prizes on offer in their latest draw - Luxurious country living Located in the picturesque village of Wigsley in Nottinghamshire, Handley House is a roomy family home created with modern living in mind. Walking in through the entrance hall, you come out into an open-plan kitchen, living room and dining area - boasting stylish design features and plenty of natural light flooding in through a roof lantern and two sets of sliding doors. The kitchen is filled with the high-spec appliances you'd expect from a modern house of this standard, while the living room features a log burner for snuggling around on cold winter evenings. Downstairs, you'll also find a utility room, shower room and a generously sized home office, with landscaped gardens with a paved sun terrace out the back, and a spacious driveway with an oversized double garage in front. On the first floor are four beautifully presented bedrooms, two of them ensuite - including a master bedroom that also boats its own private balcony. This delightful four-bed includes high-end fixtures and fittings and luxury touches like underfloor heating. And it comes fully furnished, so the winner can move right in! If you'd like that to be you, grab your entries now - and good luck! High-performance, yet practical Anyone moving into such an impressive house needs a set of wheels to match it. Introducing the Audi RS6 Avant, a potent and practical modern-day 'super estate', presented in the Vorsprung edition for added style and luxury. Under the bonnet is Audi's 4.0L twin turbo-charged V8 engine, which produces 592BHP and a massive 800NM of torque as standard. But with the addition of the QST Stage 2 remap it now produces 772BHP & achieves 0-62mph in substantially less than the usual 3.6 seconds! The 2021 model in the draw comes decked out in Panther Black paintwork with only 41,000 miles on the clock and a full service history. And you could win it for as little as £1.99... This is a chance you don't want to miss! Quick Q&A When will I know my ticket numbers? After you've entered and your order has been confirmed, you'll be given ticket number(s) at random. These will be sent via email. A reminder that the winner can choose either - Four-bed detached house + £55,000 cash 772BHP Audi RS6 Avant + £445,000 Cash £500,000 total cash alternative. What's the cap on ticket sales? The total amount of entries for this competition is (599,999) and the draw will take place on 10/08/2025 regardless of the number of tickets sold. How do I find out if I've won? You can watch the results LIVE on the 7days Performance Facebook and YouTube channels. So as soon as you've entered, make sure you follow these pages for updates on this and future competitions. That way, their posts will show at the top of your newsfeed. Terms and conditions apply: Please click here for detail
The Australian
4 days ago
- Business
- The Australian
Luxury Toorak mansion listed by ex-AFL boss Andrew Demetriou for $15.5m
Former AFL chief executive Andrew Demetriou and his model wife Symone Richards have listed their opulent Toorak home with hopes of $14.5m to $15.5m. Agents for the high-profile couple have relaunched the marketing campaign to sell the 1930s-built property fronting 5 Tyalla Crescent, Toorak that the Demetriou family purchased in 2007. In that time frame they hired top-tier Melbourne interior designer David Hicks to redo the property while keeping its grand period character. The Demetriou family wants to downsize, but will sell first, so are marketing the Marcus Martin-designed home that blends classic architecture with modern family function. It has six bedrooms, a six-car basement, swimming pool and spa, and a landscaped rear garden with a firepit, trampoline and basketball court. Antoinette Nido, managing director Stonnington, Melbourne Sotheby's International Realty and Max Ruttner, managing director Stonnington, Melbourne Sotheby's International Realty, are handling the sale of the high-profile residence, saying that homes of this calibre rarely come to market. Ms Nido says the house has great proportions and spaces as well as a fantastic children's area upstairs, two studies and she likes the fact that the children's study is close to the kitchen and family room. 'You can be cooking while watching homework happen across the room,' Ms Nido said. She notes the house, positioned on 1100sq m, is close to schools including St Kevin's College Toorak, St Catherine's and Scotch College as well as public transport. 'The proportions are exceptional. It's a true 1930s Toorak home with a sense of grandeur from the moment you arrive.' A circular driveway leads to an imposing formal entry and lounge, with a private study and expansive open-plan family zone at the rear. The marble kitchen and large butler's pantry open to outdoor entertaining spaces that capture the northern light. The designer main bedroom suite has a walk-in robe, luxurious ensuite and balcony. Mr Demetriou was the chief executive of the AFL from 2003 to 2014. The Australian businessman, a former AFL player, is also a sports administrator. The listing comes as real estate activity lifts across Melbourne's prestige market, with buyers circling family homes in established blue-chip pockets. 'At the top end the market is pretty good,' Ms Nido said. 'There's a number of buyers who have made money from IPOs and are in the market for properties in the $15m to $50m range. They want good locations, a large land size, proximity to leading schools and good design. Some people specifically like character homes. 'At this level, it is not a one-size-fits-all market, with some buyers attracted to character-filled homes and others chasing more modern properties. But the fundamentals of natural light, connection to gardens and good amenities remain sought after.' Recent top-end sales in the area include 53 Rose Street, Armadale, the home of interior designer Melissa Giuffrida. It fetched close to $9m. The lowdown on high-end sales Lisa Allen Associate Editor & Editor, Mansion Australia Lisa Allen is an Associate Editor of The Australian, and is Editor of The Weekend Australian's property magazine, Mansion Australia. Lisa has been a senior reporter in business and property with the paper since 2012. She was previously Queensland Bureau Chief for The Australian Financial Review and has written for the BRW Rich List. Property Mogul Chris Morris has outbid rival Sam Arnaout with a $184m offer for the Reef Hotel Casino, citing strategic advantages with his existing Queensland operations. Commercial Lendlease is turning to Japanese capital to back its latest $2.5bn development scheme, with two big names supporting Sydney's next ultra-luxury site.
