Everyone is familiar with the city of Las Vegas, and the first thing that comes to mind is definitely the entertainment aspect. No wonder it is referred to as the Entertainment Capital of the World. Set in the desert region of Nevada, it is the most populated city in the state and is considered to be one of the prime holiday destinations. But apart from being a tourist destination, it is also becoming a favored destination of real estate investors as more and more families and retired individuals are seeking to establish their homes in this colorful city.

The average price of homes for sale Las Vegas for the week that ended on 17th February was $333,406. The median sales price of homes hovered around $132,000. The average price of per square feet of area is around $163. Per square feet prices have witnessed a drop of 43% in comparison to previous year’s figures. The city was one of the initial residential markets that were hit hard by the housing downturn. However, recent reports suggest that the market is on the path of recovery due to increasing buyer activity. Foreclosed homes in Las Vegas have been in the reckoning for quite a while now.

The economy of the city is primarily sustained by activities such as tourism, conventions and gaming. These in turn add to the growth of the dining and the retail industries. The population in the city is on the rise, and this has prompted the growth of the real estate industry. Be it luxury homes or apartments, real estate in Las Vegas has developed to a great extent.

Of all the neighborhoods in the city, there are some which are preferred over others by real estate buyers. The list includes names like Canyon Gate, Summerlin, Peccole Ranch, Sunrise Manor, and Summerlin South. Of the the properties in Summerlin South are priced way beyond that of others as reflected in the average listing price. Summerlin South homes had an average listing price of $955,718 and are followed by Canyon Gate, which had an average listing price of $604,152 for the week that ended on February 17. Summerlin, located in close proximity to Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area and the Spring Mountains, is a planned community, and Summerlin homes are in great demand. Since the early 1990s, the trend of homes shifted towards the highrises, especially in the southern section of the Las Vegas strip.

If you are interested in buying a property in Las Vegas, you should immediately contact a local realtor. If you are looking for a gay realtor in Las Vegas, you can make a quick search on the Internet to find one. No matter whether you are looking for luxury homes in Las Vegas or if you are interested in buying an apartment in one of the highrises, a realtor will assist you in finding a suitable one.

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Felipe Crook is from Prudential Americana Group Realtors. He has been licensed in real estate since 2003 and has since built of team of 6 agents with my real estate partner Armi Abiera. For the last three years the team has consistently sold over $10,000,000 in real estate per year and has been awarded Prudential’s Gold Circle Chairman award. If you are looking for summerlin homes or Las Vegas homes then you should contact Felipe at 1-866-589-1646 or you can email him at Felipe@felipecrook.com.

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Purchasing a home that has everything on your dream home checklist is not difficult if you know the ingredients for buying a luxury home in Dallas. If you narrow down your search, you can get into the home of your dreams in less time than you think.

Before you begin your search, it is important that your realtor knows what you are looking for. Here are four important tips to help make the realtor’s job a little easier and your search less daunting.

1) Style of Home

You should let your agent know if you want a new construction or a pre-owned home; if you are fine with a pre-owned home, what age of home would you prefer? Do you want a modern open concept or an older style with formal living and dining rooms and perhaps a library or study? Would you prefer one level living, or a two-story floor plan, or a Mediterranean estate?

2) Location

While there are several prominent areas with luxury homes just waiting for new owners, here are two great spots to consider when buying a luxury home in Dallas.

Highland Park – Homes in this elite historical area are both charming and architecturally pleasing to the eye. The close proximity of these homes to each other adds to the charm of the neighborhood. There is an increase in new construction in the area as homeowners tear down existing homes to build on the lots residing in this highly prestigious community. Homes in this prominent Dallas neighborhood have been known to sell as high as $656 per square foot.

Preston Hollow – This established and prominent area is also undergoing major construction, with older homes being replaced with an abundance of newly constructed updated ones. The schools in the area are superb, with most of the children attending Hockaday, Ursuline, or St. Marks Academy.

3) Home Features

Luxury homes in Dallas are sure to come with plenty of fabulous features. But when it comes to finding a home for you and your family, it’s more important to find one that has the particular features that meet your needs and wants. If you love to cook, perhaps a custom kitchen would make you happy. If you are an avid reader, maybe a private library would be appealing. From circular driveways and water fountains to gated entrances and grand curb appeal, you can find exactly what you are looking for in a luxury home in Dallas.

4) Price

Last but not least is price. Of course, if you are looking for a luxury home, you know it won’t be cheap. But in today’s unstable market, it is possible to find great deals on seller must-sells, foreclosures, or short sales. If you or your realtor have great negotiating skills, you can potentially walk away with a stunning luxury home for a great price.

All in all, if you make a list of all of the home features that are important to you and your family before you start shopping, the experience will be more pleasurable, and you could save yourself and your realtor a significant amount of time.

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Florida has always been a vacation get-away. It’s beautiful sandy beaches, proliferation of luxury homes and architectural styles along with oceanfront and waterfront properties cause people to flock here. Whether you want the glitz and glamour of an international city like Miami or a planned community with everything in walking distance like Rosemary Beach, towns in Florida run the gamut insuring you’ll find that luxury home you’ve been waiting to buy.

PANHANDLE

The Florida panhandle is sometimes called “the other Florida” because unlike most of the state, this region experiences all four seasons. It backs up to South Georgia on the north and has water views of the Gulf of Mexico to the south.

Panama City has lots of choices when it comes to luxury homes. Here you can find a striking Mediterranean mansion overlooking St. Andrews Bay or live on the beach and wake every morning to sweeping Gulf of Mexico sights and sounds. Enjoy entertaining friends and family on veranda style balconies that overlook the water. Choose a luxury bay front condo minutes from downtown and be swept away every time you look out your floor to ceiling windows to see St. Andrews Bay and the Gulf.

Rosemary Beach is a unique town, an unincorporated planned community, located on the Gulf Coast, between Panama City and Destin. Here you’ll find peace and solitude, observe long stretches of pristine beaches and feel refreshing breezes wafting off the warm Gulf waters. In this community, cars are restricted to alleyways behind homes and the town is built so that everything within the community is easily accessible by foot. This beachside community makes use of its natural topography. Roadways were paved in conformity to the contours of the land.

Santa Rosa Beach is best known for its quiet, wide stretches of beach and nature trails that pass through a 15,200-acre forest. This is part of the Emerald Coast where you’ll experience the beauty of ocean waters that are truly emerald green. Here you’ll taste the best of both worlds from the privacy of a custom-built luxury home on your own lot to a home in a gated golf community. There are mansions and luxury condos. Gulf front estates with wrap-around porches and lots of windows to give you an unobstructed view of the Gulf of Mexico. Luxury condominiums that sit on bluffs give you such gorgeous views you’ll feel like you’re sitting on top of the world. Homes that rest on sugar white sands reflecting the emerald waters that lap at its edges. In Santa Rosa Beach you can truly appreciate what it means to live in luxury and style.

Destin is known as “The World’s Luckiest Fishing Village”. The water is brilliant green, the dunes are towering, there are loads of fish and the excitement never ends. Sparkling quartz sand squeaks beneath your feet welcoming you to one on the most beautiful beaches you will ever see. Purchase a luxury home here and you can walk the beach all the time! There’s a plethora of exclusive homes and communities in Destin. Choose a gulf front home in an exclusive gated community that makes the most of the views the Gulf Coast has to offer. Take the stairs down to the beach or lounge by your pool. Maybe a Tuscan style villa with lots of windows that allow for spectacular Gulf views and overlook the pool and canal. If you’re a golfer find an exquisite custom home on a bay front lot in a gated golf community. Balconies and terraces set the scene for gracious beachfront living and entertaining. If you enjoy high-rise living, find a harbor front condo with balconies that include expansive water views.

Jacksonville was named for Andrew Jackson, Florida’s first territorial governor and later the President of the United States. Today, Jacksonville is a nice mix of urban charm and rural beauty. Located on the St. Johns River, Jacksonville has grand historic neighborhoods, cultural and sports entertainment. It’s an important military port graced with white-sand beaches that constantly tempt you to play on them. Your next luxury home could very well be a St. Johns River front mansion surrounded by ancient oak trees sitting on several acres of land just minutes from downtown. Have your own gated entrance, indoor pool, dock with hoist, guesthouse and 5-car garage. Perhaps a historic gated estate on a bluff that overlooks the river. Here you’d have privacy plus convenience to the city and beaches. There are also waterfront Mediterranean estates with panoramic views, luxury condos at a Yacht Club or waterfront town homes with water views in every room and even sights of downtown Jacksonville. This is casually elegant, luxury living at its finest.

Tallahassee is the capitol of Florida and home to universities, gracious historic homes and rolling hills. It is near the Apalachicola National Forest. So if your idea of luxury is living amongst rolling hills, oak-canopied roads and historic plantation homes – this is the location of your next home. Just because there’s no ocean doesn’t mean there are no water views available. Luxury homes have lake views and heated salt water pools. Gated estates with lots of land, privacy and convenience to the city. Some estates are already built to suit the equestrian lifestyle with fencing and barns on large plots of land. Palatial estates with plenty of acreage and a gated entrance are also appealing. If you enjoy entertaining you can find a large luxury estate with tennis court, pool, circular drive multi-car garage and more. Luxurious golf community homes and high-rise condominiums that overlook trees and the city from their balconies will give you a postcard view of this town.

NORTH FLORIDA

Orlando is world famous for its theme and water parks. Included in the Orlando metro are the areas of Kissimmee and Lake Buena Vista. If you’re looking for a luxury home in this locale you will get more for your money but with less water views. There are many activities to enjoy here including shopping, museums, sports, performance arts and interesting outlying towns and neighborhoods. Kissimmee is less flashy than Orlando. It has more of a hometown feel that stems from its cow-town origins. Cattle auctions and rodeos are still a way of life in the historic downtown area.

Daytona Beach boasts resorts, attractions and, of course, the Daytona International Speedway. It’s one of the only places you can drive on the beach plus there’s excellent surfing and other water sports. Ponce Inlet Lighthouse, Florida’s tallest lighthouse (and the second highest in the US) has 203 swirling steps to the top and then a stunning 360-degree view of the Atlantic Ocean and the salt marshes of the intracoastal. Here you can have a home with equally astounding views. A fenced and gated waterfront estate often comes with frontage and dockage. Four floors of living space provide impressive views. Wraparound balconies and a private sunset balcony pamper you at the end of a long day. Choose an ocean front condo that’s only minutes from upscale boutiques and fine dining. A lavish condo in a golfing community may appeal to the avid golfer in you. But an oceanfront home with the Atlantic Ocean and Daytona Beach as your backyard – now that’s the ultimate in luxury living!

GULF COAST

Tampa, St. Petersburg and Clearwater are three areas in close proximity to one another but each has something different to offer. Tampa has sophistication, culture and a rich heritage in the Cuban-influenced district of Ybor City. Tampa is situated on Florida’s largest inlet, Tampa Bay, which separates it from its sister city, St. Petersburg.

Clearwater is popular with golfers and fishermen love it because there are more than 300 species of fish here. It’s quieter and more laid back than Tampa with a certain subdued style. Life here is meant to be simple and enjoyed. A high-rise condo on the water with a white sandy beach and sparkling crystal water may be just what you’re looking for. A historic waterfront mansion will impress with its awesome views of Clearwater, the bridges and the intracoastal

St. Petersburg has literally miles of bleached white beaches, stately palms and the Gulf of Mexico’s turquoise water lapping at its shores. With approximately 361 days a year of sunshine and an average temperature of 73 degrees, outdoor activities are all the rage: sailing, fishing, snorkeling, jet skiing and scuba diving are part of everyday life.

SOUTH FLORIDA

Miami is the place for luxury homes with a capital “L”. This city is an international destination for people all over the world and has everything you could ever want – and more: arts and culture, lots of nightlife, gorgeous beaches, five-star dining, water activities, impressive architecture and an abundance of shopping. Whether you’re in South Beach checking out glamorous Art Deco residences on Ocean Drive, hanging out in funky Coconut Grove or taking a boat past the very private homes of Star Island, you can’t help but be impressed with the selection of luxury homes available here. There are gate-guarded communities on the water with ocean access, palm trees and lush tropical landscaping. Take your pick of opulent high-rise condos with panoramic views of the Miami skyline. If historic homes interest you, you’ll find several waterfront estates here, too. There’s an abundance of luxury to be had in Miami.

Fort Lauderdale is sometimes called the “Venice of America” due to its extensive canal system. The city of Fort Lauderdale has a variety of activities and just as many different areas in which to live. Whether you’re searching for a waterfront mansion, an island estate, city high-rise or a luxury home in a gated community, it’s all here. A sumptuous home with wide water views that open up to a pool or terrace for entertaining guests is the perfect location for living the good life.

Pompano Beach is located between Palm Beach and Miami, and is often referred to as “the Heart of the Gold Coast.” Pompano began as a farming and fishing community and gets its name from the popular ocean fish. Today, the city of Pompano Beach is known for its small town feel, Hillsboro Lighthouse and the beautiful beach where fish are still abundant offshore. If you’re searching for a unique home you’ll find many to choose from here. Discover an oceanfront, gated estate with views of not just the ocean, but Hillsboro Inlet and Lighthouse as well.

Incorporated in 1925, Boca Raton was created as a resort town. Water sports – from scuba to sailing – are prevalent here thanks to the Gulf Stream and a variety of reefs and shipwrecks. A haven for the affluent since the turn of the century, Boca Raton blends culture with small town appeal. The cultural events calendar is packed year round. So it makes sense when looking for your next luxury home here to purchase one on the water.

Palm Beach and West Palm have the reputation as being a playground for the wealthy. Ever since Henry Flagler brought his railroad to Palm Beach and built magnificent hotels for his passengers, the town has been synonymous with luxury. Superlative mansions and trendy landmark restaurants are plentiful here.

Jupiter and unincorporated Hobe Sound create a quiet, wealthy enclave north of Palm Beach. Blowing Rocks Preserve protects the island’s natural habitats and its large stretch of Anastasia limestone. When winter storms or high tides roll in, the ocean breaks against the limestone rocks and forces the water 50 feet skyward into a beautiful show of nature. Jupiter and Hobe Sound both have wonderful outdoor activities including fishing, golfing, surfing and of course, beaches. Your next luxury estate could be on the intracoastal waterfront with a dock for your boat. Colonial, Old World and Mediterranean styles are just a few of what you’ll experience.

THE KEYS

Key West is the southernmost Key as well as the southernmost tip of the United States. Real estate titles in Key West date back to the Kings of Spain. While strolling palm-lined streets you’ll spot historic Victorian gingerbread mansions, tin-roofed conch houses and Ernest Hemingway’s home with an overabundance of polydactyl cats in the yard.

If you’re looking for a luxury home in a relaxed island atmosphere head to Key West. It’s a small island – only about 4 miles long and 2 miles wide so pretty much anywhere you live will provide spectacular views of the ocean. Choose a condo, town home or waterfront mansion. Because the island is subtropical, there are lush grounds and tropical plantings everywhere

Key Largo is the northern-most Key and only an hour’s drive from Miami yet it feels like you’re on a totally different planet. Locals call Key Largo “The Diving Capital of the World” but the island is equally famous for its sport-fishing. Sandwiched between the Everglades and the only living coral barrier reef in North America, it’s also home to several parks, a national marine sanctuary and awe-inspiring botanical scenery. This lush, quiet island is perfect for a second or third home especially during the winter.

Get in touch with one of our member brokers to find out more about your next luxury home. LuxuryRegistry.com presents exceptional, luxury real estate to affluent individuals. Our Luxury Broker Registry supports only those qualified brokers who are well experienced in the sale of unique and distinctive properties worldwide. LuxuryRegistry.com offers brokers and buyers the opportunity to view premiere luxury real estate anywhere in the world.

In the United States, real estate is showing a strong growth trend especially in the refined luxury sector. That means that now is the best time to take advantage of these investment opportunities.

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It is really a good idea to buy your own home. But in acquiring a home, we all know that every individual has their different specifications when it comes to their wants and needs.

And because of the boom on the real estate there are lots of people who are already forgotten those important rules during home buying. Whenever you are buying a Miami luxury home do not forget to keep in mind those important rules when buying home. These rules will help you keep safe from future financial problems.

It is important that you have to be down payment savvy and safe. Though you have enough money for your residential home acquisition, you still have to make sure that you can cover up the mortgage for your Miami luxury home. You have to make sure that you apply for the appropriate mortgage loan that has better interest rate, affordable monthly payment and instant resources in case of refinancing. Having ready cash on hand can keep you safe and away from troubles.

You have to be a smart borrower and do not make some overboard. Low-risk buyers find themselves able to reach high mortgage loan for their home investment. But of course you have to take your time in thinking and think of the possible consequences. Most of the time, these kind of deals tempt homebuyers and end up in bad condition. Keep in mind that you have to borrow the amount that is within your means. If you think that you can buy a Miami luxury home without applying for a higher mortgage loan, then avoid from applying higher loan.

Wise investors usually have plans ahead of time. But if you are looking for a properties for quick money, then it is better if you are going to put off your plans now. When it comes in real estate investing, Florida start to show good signs though it is slowly, this might not be the perfect time for you to invest on properties. The market is still unpredictable and risky so you have to postpone your investment plan.

When making investment it is better to observe the market first. Instead of checking on the national housing market trend when acquiring a Miami luxury home, observation on the market is still the best thing to do. Consider those factors that contribute with the rise and fall of the market such as the crime rates, unemployment rates, foreclosure statistics and a lot more.

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It is normal for people to dream to have the home that can give them the comfort and convenience that they need. With the proper search, you will surely achieve the home that you are dreaming of. One of the best properties that can provide you the comfort and convenience are those Miami luxury home. Now there are lots of luxuries home that are available in the market.

Most of these luxurious properties are located at the beachfront and waterfront and with those secured gated communities. This is the reason why thee are lots of people who wants to have it. For sure these luxurious properties can provide you the comfort and convenience that you are dreaming of. Aside from the comfort and convenience that you can get from these homes, there are still other advantages that you can experience having a luxury home.

If you are looking for a property that is complete with all the facilities that you want, then Miami luxury home is just right for you. If you are the type of person who has a distinguishing taste, these luxurious properties are just right for you. These homes are made from high quality. So if you are searching for the right place in this upscale society, you will surely love to invest a Miami luxury home.

Privacy is one of the most important factors that people consider when searching for a home to invest. Miami luxury homes are usually located in a gated community. With this you can be sure to have the privacy that you want. Now there are already a lot of properties that are located in an exclusive neighborhood and communities.

An advantage that you can surely enjoy when buying a Miami luxury home is choosing the perfect neighborhood that perfectly fit you. Each of these neighborhoods and communities has their unique and distinctive characteristics. If you are mall goers, then living in a neighborhood that is near with the shopping malls is a good idea. There are lots of communities that are near with those commercial establishments. And for sure as you start searching the right neighborhood and communities for you, you will surely find the one that perfectly fit your lifestyle.

With the plenty of options that Miami can offer to you, it is important that you have to be ready the right physically and financially. Be ready physically because, you have to be patient in searching for the right home for you. Financially because, we all know that these Miami luxury homes are expensive and you need to have enough financial resources in order to buy one.

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Workers usually spend most of their lives working in order to have a brighter future. They usually do their best in order to have the best life here on earth.

And as they reach their retirement age, it is important to use their hard earned money wisely so that they will enjoy their fruits of labor.

If you are a retiree, for sure there are lots of things that are coming out from your mind on where you can use your hard earned money. Actually there are lots of things that you can do out of the money from your retirement. One of the best things that you can do is to invest in real estate.

Real estate is one of the best and thriving markets. There are lots of people who are investing in real estate especially in Miami. Miami is the best market when it comes to real estate matters. And because of the hard times that these retiree experience during their working days, they only deserve the best thing. One of the best things that they really deserve is those Miami luxury homes. Everyone wants and dream to live in luxury. And if you are one of that dreamer type, then it is time to make that dream come true through these Miami luxury homes.

There are lots of people who misinterpret when you say luxury. Most of the time people think that you must have a millions in order to experience luxurious lifestyle. Actually living in luxury does not necessarily involve money. It is just a way of comfortable and convenient lifestyle. Having simple pleasure at home can be considered as luxurious and comfortable.

Because of what a Miami luxury can offer to people, it is the best investment for that retiree. After the hard work that the retirees done in the past, having their own luxury home can be the best investment that they can have. There are lots of options that you can choose from out in the market but for sure nothing compares with the luxury and pleasure that the Miami luxury homes can provide. Usually these luxury homes are designed in luxury and provide pleasure to the person living in it. You will surely enjoy the class and elegant ambiance that it can provide. Each of these luxurious homes has their own style and features that can let you experience a luxurious lifestyle. You will surely amaze with the elegant and amazing interior design and for sure you can be proud of it.

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This series is a primer for home-buyers interested in the Los Angeles’ luxury real estate market who may have only heard of the the famous communities like Hollywood, Beverly Hills, or Malibu that they are considering making their new home. Asking prices have declined significantly since last year and International interest in these magnificent properties is increasing once again. This second article in the series is an overview of the exceptional homes and estates available in Los Angeles’ beach cities.

Most of Los Angeles’ great estates are found in or near the Hollywood Hills, from Griffith Park to the ocean, an area which includes Beverly Hills, Bel Air and many grand old Hollywood estates.

However, the coastal hills of Malibu and Santa Monica Mountains at the north end of Santa Monica Bay have become home to a new brand of rural estates, sprawling sea ranches, and dramatic shoreline mansions in the last thirty years. Malibu alone now has more celebrities per square foot than the Cannes Film Festival and there’s an incredible variety of opportunities for nearly twenty miles along the Pacific Coast Highway for extraordinary ocean view properties from Ventura County Line to Topanga Canyon.

Malibu and the Santa Monica Mountains offer the best opportunity in Los Angeles to get away from it all without leaving town.

The only other true estate properties in L.A.’s beach cities are found on the Palos Verdes Peninsula which defines the southern end of Santa Monica Bay. Visible from Malibu to Downtown and beyond, the peninsula is a huge promontory with older estates, custom homes and villages on the sea-bluffs and at lower elevations in the hills all the way around it on the main road. Newer homes and exclusive properties are found higher up the hill and can offer unbelievable jet-liner views of the coast and Channel Islands.

The rest of Los Angeles’ high-end, urban beach properties between Palos Verdes and Topanga can be divided into the L.A. Metro beaches to the north of L.A. International Airport, and the independent beach municipalities of South Bay.

South Bay is made up of Manhattan, Hermosa, and Redondo Beaches, three classic Southern California surf towns south of LAX which still have a lot of small town appeal, despite being a lot more densely populated than they once were. Beachfront homes with sweeping views line South Bay’s famous ‘Strand’ from the airport to Palos Verdes. Since all three of these cities have low coastal hills, there are always plenty of great luxury view homes (& condominiums) available as well.

The beach towns to the north of LAX are both older and more varied in character. Venice and Marina del Rey both offer a range of beachfront homes similar to what you find in South Bay including piers, wide, white beaches, and plenty of sun. But Marina del Rey is also the largest small boat marina on the west coast and is home to several major new high-rise residences.

Venice, on the other hand, tends to be funkier, more urban and more wildly eclectic than L.A.’s other coastal communities. This may be both a defect and recommendation, depending on your perspective. Venice also features the famous canals (the lesser,) the immensely popular Abbot Kinney business district, and notorious boardwalk which has mostly commercial and high-density development.

Santa Monica has the only major downtown district on the bay. It sits on a high bluff over looking the sea lined by older high-rise residence buildings. High density residences also predominate the beaches at the southern end of the city by Venice.

Finally, the north end Santa Monica and Pacific Palisades start to resemble the kind of homes and estates found elsewhere in the hills. Palisades in particular has a number of rural feeling homes and estates, both new and old, on the hill sides overlooking the Pacific.

Look for an examination of lifestyle, features, and architectural styles in some of some of Los Angeles’ most famous communities in the upcoming 3rd article in this series.

Andrew Jones is a Los Angeles native and resident of Venice Beach who is a real estate agent in both California & Nevada.

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Who isn’t interested in the luxury homes of the rich and famous? They have such a flair for the fantastic. No doubt, you’ll discover innovations that you never would have thought to build into your own home. From Hollywood actors to people in politics, you’ll find the famous do their due diligence in decorating.

John Travolta and Kelly Preston primarily live in Ocala, Florida, which is host to his famous airport terminal. An avid aviator, the actor extended the existing airport strip so that he can drive right up to the home after landing. Can you say, “Honey, I’m home” With all the airplanes and airport accoutrements, the fenced, highly secure and secluded home in Jumbolair Aviation Estates reveals 18-foot windows wall-to-wall in the living room that overlook the tarmac; an Art Deco design that graces the dining room with a 15′ by 17′ mural of a Fortune Magazine airport advertisement; and a beautiful custom wood floor motif in the entry way. You’ll find a mix of modern and metro furnishings throughout the home.

Eddie Murphy just relisted his Englewood, New Jersey estate. Dubbed Bubble Hill, the massive 25,000 square foot mansion boasts a 2-lane bowling alley, indoor swimming pool pavilion, a racquetball court, 8 bedrooms, 11 bathrooms, a home theater, gym and a recording studio. It’s on the market, if you’re interested, slashed down from its $30 million original listing price to a more affordable $14,990,000.

Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony just bought the home next door to their Brookville, Long Island estate. Sitting on the North Shore, the couple’s current 1970s Colonial home has 10,000 square feet of living space. JLo listed another one of her homes, a Bel Air estate, last year for $8.5 million, which was later reduced to $7.9 million.

Tom Cruise and Katy Holmes have a new magnificent mansion they named My Versailles. With a top security system and intercom throughout, the home hosts a secret entrance separate from the driveway. Not only can he come and go in private, but Cruise has a number of identical vehicles that he and his security detail drive in order to confuse intrusive fans or peeping paparazzi.

Britney Spears does not disappoint with her new lavish Calabasas mansion just outside of L.A. The Oaks Community villa has a stunning front entryway, 10 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms, a cinema, a bar, a library, an arbor, a spa and a host of other amenities.

John Edwards built a 28,000 square foot home in Raleigh, North Carolina a while back. According to county tax officials, it’s the largest in Orange County, and the annual tax alone exceeds $6 million. Sitting in the midst of 102 acres, the wooded acreage and winding driveway ensure no visibility to the home for gawking onlookers. Included in the expansive estate is a recreational building with two stages, a squash court, a basketball court, swimming pool, a “John’s Lounge” room, bedroom, bathrooms, kitchen and a 4-story tower.

Al Gore and family settled into a pal-a-tial home in an exclusive section of Nashville, Tennessee in 2002. The Bell Meade Colonial-style spread hosts an abundance of energy saving aesthetics. Gore made the improvements following much criticism he received from environmental groups after his Pulitzer-prize-winning An Inconvenient Truth debuted. Unique rooms in the home include his offices, an office for his wife and a commercial kitchen used for formal events.

Buyers can easily search for Austin real estate on Ki’s website. He has worked in Austin, Texas for over three years. He created a website to make statistics and Austin real estate information easily accessible to future owners. His site has featured Austin luxury homes along with a map search of properties in the Austin MLS.

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At first glance the concept of a luxury prefab home might seem like an oxymoron. How in the world can we associate luxury with prefabricated structures built with processes that would seem to value economy and simplicity over custom originality?

But let’s take a closer look. Ultimately isn’t luxury, whether we are referring to luxury prefabricated homes or a classic woman’s white blouse, synonymous with a language of elegance that often has less to do with the cost of base materials, individual components or assemblies than with the overall impact of the design? This is not to say that basic materials are irrelevant, just that creativity, regardless of that with which it is given to work, can rival effects achieved by the use of high-end materials.

Here is a case in point. We have all seen the glossy travel magazines featuring gorgeous villas in Bali or Phuket or other exotic locations in Southeast Asia. Very often the design of these houses employs a so-called open floor plan, which means fewer walls, as well as high ceilings supported by columns or minimal framing. The end result is a wonderful airy feel to these homes, where the line between inside and outside is blurred a little and one can feel close to the lush equatorial greenery which is such a big part of life in these latitudes. You can imagine walking across immaculate marble flooring while soft rain falls feet away from you, over early morning coffee.

Do you consider as you observed this luxuriant scene that the marble in the floor of the Bali villa was very likely sourced from a quarry on a nearby island for 1/20 the cost that one would pay for the same stone in New York City? Or that the thatched, conical roof was done by a local specialist for a price that would make you blush?

Villas such as this may or may not employ prefabricated construction techniques, but it might help us rethink what a luxury home is, prefab or not. The point is that in this case elegance was achieved not by sheer cost of materials, rather it was a functional simplicity that fit the landscape. Similarly, it’s easy to imagine homes that make use of prefabricated construction techniques which leave us as impressed by their overall design impact as do structures that employ materials and techniques that simply cost more. Certainly mobile homes or modular homes are not as irrevocably low-end as they used to be; it’s quite easy today to find builders of luxury prefab houses that are absolutely worthy of the term.

I would contend that, as people who have means are often very environmentally conscious, we can expect to find prefab techniques that use less in the way of volume of raw materials and also energy, to become more desirable over time. Architects should relish the chance to do much more with less, or at least less waste, extending especially to luxury prefab homes.

Tom Mullaly has always appreciated well-executed prefabricated structure design, and believes that applications for prefabricated construction will continue to grow, whether in designs emphasizing economy and functionality or gorgeous bali hotels with construction that elegantly incorporates green or environmentally-friendly elements.

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Houston offers Texas luxury homeowners many of the same amenities of the Big Apple but with a southwestern flavor. Only New York City has as many Fortune 500 companies as Houston. The city is known as the ‘energy capital of the world’ and is also home to the world’s largest medical and research center-Texas Medical Center. The Houston Astros, Texas Oilers and Houston Rockets provide top notch athletic events for Houston’s visitors. And the Houston Museum District offers culture and variety that many say rivals New York’s museums. The city is one of the wealthiest in the nation and luxury homes are found throughout the metropolitan Houston area.

The Museum District is where many looking for Houston luxury homes begin their search. Many new high rise condominiums are opening. These homes are great for young executives how want a home without a lot of maintenance. Some like a large penthouse but other prefer the coziness of a smaller condo. Many of these have the luxuries of large homes-wine cellars, guest quarters and indoor hot tubs.

From it’s pristine golf course to the long list of celebrities that live there, River Oaks is considered by many to be the most luxurious areas of Houston. Many of the homes there are not just beautiful-they are large. Many include 10 or more bedrooms and an area for the maid to live. New luxury homes are being constructed every day as older ones being replaced. According to the United States Census Bureau, this is one of the wealthiest zip codes in the country.

West University Place attracts professionals from almost every type of career. The neighborhood is home to oil executives, NASA employees and those from the medical community. West University Place is a mixture of tree lined streets with family homes and larger luxury homes. The community is an incorporated city with its own city council and fire protection.

Located west of the downtown Houston, Hedwig Village is another incorporated community with many luxury homes and more are under construction. Hedwig Village is governed by a mayor and city council and offers city services such as garbage pick up. Like West University Place, Hedwig Village is a mixture of luxury homes and upper middle class residences.

Tanglewood is another exclusive community in Houston. With home ranging in price from half a million dollars to more several million dollars, the area is known as Houston’s exclusive community. Tanglewood, located west of the city, is known for its large trees that line the streets. The Houston Country Club is just minutes away.

Not only does Houston have a variety of luxury home communities, but a variety of styles of homes. These styles include:

• Tudor style home

• Traditional ranch style homes

• Colonial-style mansions

• Mediterranean style luxury homes

As mentioned earlier, Houston has many downtown luxury condominiums. You will also find many luxury town homes in the area.

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