Home Decor Tips to Make Your Home More Accessible

If you're part of the approximately 650 million people who are living with a disability, there may be some challenges faced in your home's decor. Whether your disability is something you will live with for your entire life or if it's a temporary disability caused by an accident, you may need to make some changes such as making your bathroom spacious or even installing bathroom radiators to your home to accommodate yourself.. Below are a few home renovation projects that may make your day to day life at home easier without sacrificing your personal style.

Tax Breaks For Medical Costs

If you are remodeling your home only because of your disability, you may qualify for a tax break. In the IRS' document with tax highlights for those with disabilities, it says that "improvements to a home that do not increase its value if the main purpose is medical care. An example is constructing entrance or exit ramps." The items on this list are all renovations that are all intended to increase accessibility, so it's possible they can qualify. Make sure to check with an accountant if you're unsure.

Think About Doorknobs

Something small that you may not consider when it comes to accessibility is the difficulty that can come from doorknobs. If you choose a knob instead of a handle, it can be hard for someone who problems with their hands to open doors. If you or someone in your household has this kind of issue, handles can be very useful. Someone who may struggle with a traditional knob will be able to open and close doors without having to firmly grip a knob, giving that person more freedom and better accessibility.

To make sure that your door handles fit with the decor of your home, you can look for colors or metals that fit with the theme of the room. For a more cohesive look, you can choose one type of handle that you can use on every door in the house.

Widen Doorways

If you or someone in your household uses a wheelchair, you'll probably need to widen doorways to make them more accessible. If you're doing this, you can also take the chance to try out a new style of door in your home. Try painting your new doors a fun, bright hue to bring a pop of color into your home. You can also restain the door to match your decor if you buy a door just because it's the right size without thought for your decor. The average doorframe is 28 inches, while accessible doorframes are 32 inches, so make sure to double-check the measurements of a door before buying it for a widened doorway.

Install a Ramp

A ramp is key to accessibility if you or someone in your home has mobility problems that require a wheelchair. Although you may think of a wheelchair ramp and envision a metal contraption with obvious gripping pads on it, your wheelchair ramp doesn't have to look that way. You can have a wheelchair ramp without negatively impacting the curb appeal of your home -- you will just need to be creative. The first step is to find a contractor who will work with you to design a ramp that blends seamlessly with your home's exterior. If your front door has a small stoop made with stone, you can look into adding a ramp to it that is made of the same stone so that your ramp blends easily into the existing porch. You can also install a wooden ramp that won't clash with the exterior of your home. Make sure that the grade of the ramp isn't too steep and that the ramp has some grip to it so that you or the person in your household doesn't have trouble with the ramp once the temperatures begin to drop.

Furniture Layout

If you are redesigning a room and you or someone in your home needs it to be more accessible, you will have to take a few factors into account. What types of accessibility changes do you need? Does there need to be a path wide enough for a wheelchair? Is someone visually impaired and needs things to be placed in a certain way so they can navigate?

When thinking of your furniture layout, start with what you can't or don't want to change, such as where a radiator is located. Although moving a radiator is possible, it may make more sense for your heating system to keep it where it is depending on the layout of your home. If you've had your furnace for more than 15-20 years, it may need replacing, which could be an opportunity to change up your entire heating system. However, if you don't want to move a radiator or other fixture, make sure you're designing around that as well as any specifications required by a person's disability.

Accessible Flooring

Slipping and falling are very common accidents. In fact, in 2015 there were more than 20,000 slip and fall injuries reported in workplaces in California alone. To avoid getting a slip and fall injury in your home, make sure you're thinking through your flooring choices. Although rugs can be anti-slip, they aren't as accessible for people in wheelchairs. There are countless options for flooring, and because of this, you can find a flooring choice that matches both your decor and your accessibility needs. If you do your research, you can definitely find the perfect flooring for you and those in your household.

Having a disability doesn't mean that you have to sacrifice style for accessibility. It's possible to keep your home's style intact no matter what kind of disability you have. Finding more stylish options may take more digging, but it's definitely possible.

How To Make The Best Martini's For The Holidays

The holidays are meant for treating ourselves. You might be making your favorite dishes, watching a cozy themed movie by the fireplace, or telling stories with your friends and family in the kitchen over your favorite cocktails.

This year, forget the bubbles! Martinis are the ultimate way to celebrate and are more customizable than you might think.. Made with premium tequila, gin and vodka, these are some of the best martinis for the holidays and we will introduce you to new and exciting flavors that will help make these holidays as festive as they come.

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Partida Anejo Cristalino Martini

• Partida Añejo Cristalino 1.5-2 oz

• Sweet White Vermouth ¾ oz

• Lemon Juice ¼ oz

• Orange Bitters 2 dashes

Shake all ingredients in a shaker and double strain over chilled martini glass. Garnish with a lemon twist.

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Belvedere Espresso Martini

• 2 oz / 60 ml Belvedere Vodka

• .75 oz / 20 ml Coffee Liqueur

• 1 Shot Espresso

• Ice

Combine all ingredients and shake vigorously. Strain into a martini glass. Garnish with three espresso beans.

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The Artingstall's Perfectly Brilliant Martini

• 3½ oz. Artingstall’s Brilliant London Dry Gin

• 1 splash Dry Vermouth

• 1 Lemon Twist, garnish

Fill a 4 oz. martini glass with ice to chill, fill cocktail mixing glass or shaker with ice, and add one small splash of dry vermouth to the shaker. Add 3 1/2 oz. of Artingstall’s Brilliant London Dry Gin to the mixing glass or shaker.Using a long cocktail stirrer, stir the gin in the mixing glass or shaker vigorously for severa l minutes to get the gin as cold as possible. (Do not shake the gin with the ice.)

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Grace Martini

• 6 cl Grace O'Malley Heather Infused Irish Gin 

• 2 cl sweet white Vermouth (for example 

• Lillet Blanc) 

• Optional: 4 dashes of Olive Bitters (for 

• example The Bitter Truth) 

• 1 tsp olive brine (from the olive jar) 

1 green olive. Fill a mixing glass with ice cubes and add the ingredients. Stir on ice, then strain into a coupe or martini glass. Add the olive. Tip: chill the glass in the freezer before serving

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Broken Martini

• 3 oz Broken Shed Vodka

• Splash of Olive Brine

• Garnish: Three Olives on a toothpick 

Just add Broken Shed Vodka and a splash of olive brine to a shaker with ice. Shake, stir and strain into a chilled martini glass and garnish with three olives on a toothpick.

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Gunpowder Martini

• Drumshanbo Gunpowder Gin - 60ml

• Boissiere Dry Vermouth - 15ml

• 2 dashes of grapefruit bitters

• 1 bar spoon of gunpowder tea

Add the Drumshanbo Gin, Boissiere Vermouth, bitters and gunpowder tea to a shaker with ice. Shake and strain into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with Fresh Lemon zest

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Ginger Martini

• 60ml Darnley’s View Spiced Gin

• 1 knob ginger

• 15ml sugar syrup

Muddle ginger in the bottom of the shaker. Add remaining ingredients and fill with cubed ice. Shake rapidly and double strain into glass. Garnish: Slither of ginger

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Last Minute Gifts To Get Yourself

With Christmas days away, we buy presents for coworkers, friends, and pretty much everyone in the family. While your gifts to them are always spot on, the presents in return, not so much. So why not get the perfect gift for yourself, see some of our favorite ideas below.

The Hendrick’s High Wheel

ith the prevalence of home-based exercise equipment evolving into painfully efficient technological heights, Hendrick’s, the world’s most unusual gin, has released its very own HENDRICK’S HIGH WHEEL, just in time for the holidays – a delightfully intricate stationary pedaling device that offers a leisurely, pleasant alternative to the home workout devices on the market today.

DUER

Mid-rise with a slim fit through the hip, and slight taper at the hem. Feels like a sweat pant and looks like a pant. Natural TENCEL fibres offer breathable, and technical product with comfort.

Orion Skye

Step into your greatness and let the world experience your bold presence. With 160° LAT, your visibility is inevitable. The essence of your brilliant charisma is reflected in its intoxicating aroma. An earthy, spicy scent with uplifting fresh notes of citrus and lavender naturally combines with the smoky sophistication of amber and musk to leave a lasting, vivid impression.

CocuSocial

he desire for experience-type gifts has been on the rise, but in the world of social distancing, finding the perfect experience gift is harder than ever. As you begin to work on your holiday gift guides, I wanted to introduce you to CocuSocial, a platform giving individuals around the country an intimate opportunity to learn and cook alongside top chef – the perfect gift for the foodie in your life!

Feel more comfortable at home? CocuSocial offers a wide variety of virtual cooking classes, including new Master Series classes taught by world-renowned chefs. Looking to get out of the house? CocuSocial offers in-person classes in 15 cities across the country (with many of them now reopening), providing a unique, interactive cooking course experience. With CocuSocial taking extra precautions to ensure the safety of guests and chefs, people can feel at ease during their night out.

As a gifting option, people can purchase a spot in an upcoming course for someone special in their life or a gift card for an in-person or virtual course – selected priced gift cards come with a 20% bonus.

Truffolie

Created by ceramicist-turned-chocolatier Wendy-Dawn Wintcentsen, these one of a kind Caribbean inspired confections are ideal for holiday gifting this year, with shipping all over the U.S. and the globe.

Most notably featured in The New York Times, these sweet treats are made from 70% dark chocolate, providing you with a daily dose of antioxidants, probiotics, and flavonoids. And if you are looking to, support a small business NYC based while treating yourself or loved ones to a twist on a classic holiday gift, Truffolie is for you.

Love & Victory

Designed by Love & Victory, this new limited edition holiday card collection, inspired by classic Campari cocktails, is perfect for wishing a happy holiday to friends near and far. Each set of 8 cards and envelopes includes 2 cards each detailing the Boulevardier, Negroni, Negroni Sbagliato, and Americano, complete with the full recipe on the back.

Frescobaldi Castiglioni Chianti 2019

Favourable soil and climate make theCastiglioni Chianti a perfect reflection of the characteristics of its land. Made entirely of Sangiovese, with small quantities of Merlot, Castiglioni Chianti gave its best expression in the vintage 2019. This is an intensely fruity wine, it has a bright ruby-red colour with tinges of purple. The bouquet is rich with aromas of cherry, blackberry and wild strawberry followed by elegant Mediterranean scents. On the palate, its soft, elegant and vibrant taste is immediately apparent. The finish is intensely and pleasantly aromatic.

BACARDÍ Coquito

For those feeling festive, the limited edition, ready-to-serve BACARDÍ Coquito – returning for its second holiday season – or an easy homemade Holiday Coquito cocktail kit available via Cocktail Courier, are the perfect gift options to bring the magic of the famed Caribbean holiday beverage to the people. Reminiscent of eggnog on a tropical vacation, this traditional libation is one that guests and gift recipients alike will no doubt enjoy sipping on during holiday festivities.

Waldan Watch

HERITAGE “SPORTLINE” REF. 0196SB - JET BLACK

Inspired by 40 years of rich history and executed boldly with an oil pressed linear style dial, discover the new classic, but sportier. Built to last, crafted of the finest quality material components, individually hand assembled, rigorously tested in the United States and powered by a new generation of all metal American Made quartz movements, you’re sure to never miss a beat.

USD: $299.99

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Homes You Need To Make Appointments For This Weekend

Looking for a new place to live or just curious about what's on the market? Check out our favorite homes you should make an appointment for this weekend. 

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Tribeca

WHERE: 2 Park Place #43A

SIZE: 3 Beds | 3.5 Baths

COST: $12,650,000

About: Residence 43A is the perfect home for one desiring privacy, discretion, space and luxury. Step directly off a private key-locked elevator into a gracious entrance gallery before entering and enjoying almost 4,000 square feet of palatial grandeur boasting 11-foot ceilings and four open exposures. The eat-in chef‘s kitchen, oversized Great Room and Dining Room all face City Hall Park featuring castaway views to the East River and as distant as the Rockaways. Two generous guest suites are flooded with natural southern sunlight and glimpses of New York Harbor as well as prime views of One World Trade and the Oculus.

The primary suite is simply sublime. Massive scale and depth of history abound every tableau framed from each of the eight oversized windows in this enormous chamber. The dressing room alone spans 28 feet and boasts three massive north facing windows featuring jaw-dropping city views of the Chrysler Building, Empire State Building and beyond.

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Upper West Side

WHERE: 260 West End Avenue #15C

SIZE: 1 Beds | 1 Baths

COST: $1,265,000

About:  The gracious entry foyer is 8' x 12', and has an extra-large coat and storage closet. It currently includes a grand armoire and chair; a space that can easily be converted to your home office. The Living room, Kitchen and Bedroom all have oversized windows with fantastic views. The Living room, entered from the Foyer, focused on the two large windows that face north, is large enough for an 84" couch, additional seating, and a drop-leaf table for dining.

The residence is listed at $1,265,000 and is represented by Sharon Fahy, Christopher Halstead and Nicole F. O’Reilly of Brown Harris Stevens.

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Clinton Hill

WHERE:  168 Saint James Place

SIZE: 3 Bedroom | 2.5 Bath

COST: $2,750,000

About:  Located on one of the prettiest tree-lined blocks of historic Clinton Hill is this exceptional single family, four-story brownstone. Fully renovated within the past four years with a clever blend of historic details and modern conveniences, 168 Saint James Place is a Brooklyn townhouse dream come true. The heart of the home is the garden floor which houses a stunning double-flanked white chef's kitchen with large sliding glass doors that open to the deep private garden. The kitchen itself is exceptionally well-appointed with white marble countertops, custom cabinetry, high-end appliances and cozy radiant floor heating throughout. The apartment is listed for $2,750,000 and is represented by Nadine Adamson and Kelsey Hall.

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These Top Agents Share Their Favorite Gifts To Give

With the Holiday season quickly upon us, it’s time to make your list and check it twice. We asked several of the top-agents to share this year’s go-to client gifts, and have listed them below.

Grady’s Cold Brew

Top-seller Lisa K. Lippman loves her cold brew, especially when it is locally brewed in Brooklyn. She will be gifting this to her clients this year because who doesn’t need a little more caffeine?

Master Class

Joanne Greene and Nada Rizk will be gifting subscriptions to Master this year. With the winter ahead of us and heeding encouragement to limit in-person interactions, an online class is a great option.

Rose Box

18-year industry veteran Scott Harris will be gifting his clients a local favorite, long-lasting fresh flowers from Rosebox. Based in Manhattan, this is the perfect gift for New Yorkers who are looking to support small businesses during this holiday season.

Zagat's

Lisa Lippman also gifts the annual Zagat’s guide. Whether ordering in or enjoying outdoor dining, her clients love this iconic review of the city’s favorite delicacies.

Gift Cards

Also on the menu, NYC native Matthew Cohen will be gifting clients gift cards to his favorite restaurant in their neighborhoods. This often introduces a neighbor to a restaurant that is new to them and is sure to be a go-to for the years to come.

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What To Get The Skincare Aficionado This Holiday Season

Tis' the season to give the gift of relaxation and fun. These awesome products will make you the gift-giving MVP this year, and maybe help you find a new product to add to your daily beauty rituals.

RELATED: The Best Personalized Skin Care Brands

Lucky for you, we’ve tested more grooming products than we can count, and we have rounded up the best giftable variations of all of them. Pick up one of these gifts for the skincare aficionado in your life.

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AZUL MEDICAL / BLUE DIAMOND ANTI-AGING SYSTEM

Azul’s most transformative skin treatment system to fight the signs of aging, and restore skin to its former beauty. Consists of Enzyme Polish as an elegant exfoliator, Rejuva Gel Cleanser, Dermal C 20%, Vita A with Peptides and Growth Factor Renewal Cream.

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Shani Darden Facial Sculpting Wand $399

The first-of-its-kind Facial Sculpting Wand™ brings those age-defying benefits home, harnessing high-performance sound wave technology that targets wrinkles on a deeper level—2.4 inches below skin’s surface—while boosting circulation and optimizing skin’s oxygen uptake. The result? Firmer, tighter, smoother skin with each and every pulse. 

The Facial Sculpting Wand™ comes with everything you need to achieve visible results in relaxing 10-minute sessions: Facial Sculpting Wand, Disc Attachment, Precision Ball Attachment, Hydra Prep Gel, power plug, USB-C charging cable and detailed instructions. It’s self-care made state of the art. Limited Time Only: Receive a free deluxe sample of Weightless Oil-Free Moisturizer with any Sculpting Wand purchase.

Lucky for you, we’ve tested more grooming products than we can count and read content on heaps of the best dermatologist websites, and we have rounded up the best giftable variations of all of them. Pick up one of these gifts for the skincare aficionado in your life.

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CULMINE MINI PEEL PADS 

Brightening, exfoliating & toning. Mini Peel Pads gently and effectively buffaway old cells to deeply exfoliate and brighten all skin types. A potentcocktail of lactic, glycolic, phytic, azelaic, and kojic acids acceleratesturnover, dissolves away unsightly impurities, and restores skin’s glow,visibly reducing signs of aging. Bearberry extract brightens naturally, whileretinol helps revive the skin’s natural renewal processes. Pre-moistened cottonpads can be used as a daily toner for most skin types. Results are dramatic;skin is refreshed, radiant, and renewed. (60 pads per jar)

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Embody

Embody is a women-owned, minority-owned, women led brand that launched with their Retinol Gummy in June during the pandemic and sold through inventory in just three weeks. They are replacing hundreds of skin care products with one simple tasty gummy.

By taking two per day, your skin will appear more evenly pigmented, texture is eliminated, and collagen production is increased resulting in more youthful looking skin to produce a luminous glow. A formula designed to provide a dewy glow, reduce blemishes, promote cell turnover, strengthen hair, skin, nails and prevent premature aging (inclusive of ingredients like Vitamin A, C, D3, E, Biotin, Folic Acid, B12 and more). Their goal is to simplify skincare (an all-in-one solution) and make it delicious.

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HOMMEFACE

ALL-IN-ONE TONER & MOISTURIZER

Too many steps? We've got you covered. HF All-In-One Toner & Moisturizer balances the skin's natural pH level and keeps it hydrated, moist, and smooth in texture.

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GAGE for Men Greener and Cleaner Set:

Description: GAGE for Men prepares every man, for anything and everything. This hair-care set includes their GAGE Daily Shampoo and Daily Conditioner--two amazing products that leaves the hair and scalp feeling extra fresh, clean and hydrated! A perfect gift for any man in your life!

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Bodhi Beverly Hills

Bodhi Beverly Hills, A unisex skincare line focused on effective and natural results for all humans, regardless of gender, offers a full skincare kit that includes ALL of the steps!

This best-selling (genderless) progressive skincare essentials kit features a powerful, yet gentle Dream/Beyond Daily Exfoliating Cleanser, a One/Decision One For All Cream that delivers intensive moisturize, and a cool and comforting Passion/Eye Anytime Cream that addresses dark circles, fine lines and puffiness around the delicate eye area.

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CLEARSTEM Clear Kit

Give the gift of glowing skin with CLEARSTEM skincare to cleanse, exfoliate, clarify and moisturize, leaving your skin brighter, tighter and smooth. This kit makes for the perfect stocking stuffer and contains four of the brand’s signature products.

Contents: GENTLECLEAN, VITAMINSCRUB, CLEARITY, CELLRENEW

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EO French Lavender Hand Cream

For soft hands try a product that is not hard on the environment! EO’s rich, nourishing hand cream combines botanical butters and oils with patented hydrating technology to restore skin’s softness even after a long day outdoors. With a calming lavender scent infused with floral, herbaceous and grassy notes this is the perfect gift to give to help them wind down and practice some skin TLC after a full day of adventure.

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Nuria Mini Brights Set

Give the gift of glowing complexion with this full Nuria experience to cleanse, treat and moisturize your skin so you can look, feel and be (merry) bright anywhere. This kit makes for the perfect stocking stuffer and contains four of the brand’s signature favorites tucked inside a cute travel cosmetic bag. All proceeds from this set will be donated to She’s the First, so you will be helping more than your loved one’s skin this holiday season.

Contents: Defend Skin Restoring Serum, Defend Triple Action Eye Cream, Hydrate Refreshing Micellar Water, Hydrate Moisture Replenishing Serum & a Travel Cosmetics Bag 

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ADALYS - Kadalys Nutritive & Radiance Oils 

From maskne to dull dryness, give the gift of revitalized skin with Kadalys - the eco-conscious beauty brand rooted in sustainable banana science. For the friend who has always dreamed of visiting Paris, Kadalys’ arsenal of clean skincare is the ultimate French girl beauty gift! Repair, nourish and protect dull skin with green and yellow banana bio-actives found in Kadalys’ Nutritive and Radiance Precious Oils. 

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Our Favorite Listings For The Week

Looking for a new place to live or just curious about what's on the market? Check out our favorite homes you should make an appointment for this week. 

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565 Broome St, N28A

565 Broome SoHo is a new luxury residence in New York designed by Renzo Piano in collaboration with the Parisian firm, RDAI, and Italian developers, Bizzi & Partners. Situated near the Hudson Riverfront, it offers sweeping views of the Hudson River as well as Lower Manhattan, the Midtown skyline and Brooklyn. Boasting world-class amenities (like a 92-foot tall conservatory) and forward-thinking design (aiming to become the first zero waste luxury residential building), it has generated considerable buzz in the real estate market and A&D world.

The building tapped Poltrona Frau to give this home the ultimate designer touch. Bringing its signature Italian craftsmanship and timeless style, Poltrona Frau's internal design team worked closely with stylist Rachel Doherty and RDAI as well as Denny Dimin Gallery to create a serene, contemporary retreat that manages to feel relaxed and intimate at 4,682 sq. ft.

Listed at $16.95M, this residence is a showcase of effortless elegance and refreshing character in harmony with Renzo Piano's vision.

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177 Main St. East Hampton

Congress Hall, located at 177 Main Street in East Hampton is one of the East End’s oldest houses. But that’s not something you might notice upon first glance.  

Originally a Colonial saltbox dating back to 1680 (East Hampton was settled in 1648) and owned by the Mulfords, a founding family of the Village, the structure was built using no nails, only joined wood. It was named in the mid-19th century, as proprietor David Mulford, a bachelor, used it as a gathering place for local men to discuss politics.  

Today, the $4.495 million home, represented by Enzo Morabito of Douglas Elliman, has been expanded and reimagined as a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. The transformation from old world to new—rebuilt to exacting standards and historic district specifications by East End builder William Hugo—now presents as an art-filled abode with modern touches throughout. Featuring five bedrooms and five-and-a-half marble baths, a Boffi-designed kitchen, three fireplaces, state-of-the-art technology, a lower level with media/rec room and playroom, the luxe 5,500-square-foot shingle-style compound has kept many of its original historic accents and charms. Additional amenities at the half-acre property, which overlooks the East Hampton “Town Green,” include a wrap-around Gunite pool, covered front porch, shed/studio and detached two-car garage/potential recreational space.  

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361 Carroll Street Apartment #A1D

This three bedroom, two bath beauty is the Brooklyn gem you've been waiting for. From the moment you walk through the door, your mood will be elevated by the natural sunlight streaming in through the grand 16 foot wall of windows. This thoughtfully appointed, luxurious space is open concept; offering a seamless flow of comfort and uniquely chic living. State of the art kitchen appliances and an over-abundance of storage anchor this home. The main floor master is designed with privacy in mind. Need to work remotely from home--no problem as there is also a home office area that does the trick. If the ambiance of sleek elegance with modern custom lighting and design touches are not enough, hopefully the glorious private rooftop cabana with elevator access and soaring views of Brooklyn and Manhattan will seal the deal.

The asking price is $1.399M and Kris Sylvester at Brown Harris Stevens is the listing agent.

Give Me S'more(s)! Where to Feast on This Winter Favorite in NYC

T'is the season to start to indulge. As the weather becomes colder, who doesn't want to snuggle up to a warm campfire and eat America's favorite gooey, chocolate dessert with melted marshmallow s'mores? We've found our favorite locations to get s'mores across New Tork City to be reminiscent of our favorite childhood dessert. S'more, please!

Haven Rooftop (132 W. 47th St.)

Atop The Sanctuary Hotel offers S’mores for Two as a wintery sweet for $22, which includes graham crackers, marshmallows for grilling, pure melted milk chocolate served with warm peanut butter. 

e’s BAR (511 Amsterdam Ave)

A neighborhood favorite on the Upper West Side featuring Tableside Toasted Marshmallows for $8, which includes an individual hibachi grill, Bamboo Sticks and Fluffy Marshmallows.  It's perfectly complemented by a glass mug filled with their spiked Hot Coco.

Clinton Hall (90 Washington St.)

Clinton Hall in FiDi is offering ready-to-roast s’mores at $5 for an individual-sized serving and $150 for a much larger version perfect for your entire group of friends.

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Properties With Amenities That Won't Leave You Inside

No longer are outdoor amenities such as parks and rooftops being used just for the warmer seasons. Because of COVID and the need for access to fresh air, developers are now turning these coveted spaces into year-round amenities that residents and the surrounding community can use to stay active, safely socially distance and feel connected with friends or neighbors. Fitness classes like yoga and kickboxing, to running clubs and jazz concerts or plant-your-own herb classes (+more) are becoming the norm at today's new residential developments. Below are some properties we plan to check out soon.

Waterline Square

At Waterline Square on Manhattan's Upper West Side, the three-tower starchitect-designed mega-development, residents have access to a variety of outdoor activities that are planned through the in-house lifestyle director. Taking place within the 2.6 acre park that connects all three buildings, premier yoga and HIIT trainers will get your blood flowing in the morning, while Grammy-nominated jazz musicians like Pat Bianchi and Paul Jones' jazz trio will play Bach and more melodic tunes in the evenings. Residents can also learn about gardening and planting and cultivating their own herbs. These new and unique in-person experiences are designed to foster a sense of community and engagement for residents and help them connect while at home, with some even fostering new friendships since moving into the development.

Quay Tower

Credit: Evan Joseph

Across the bridge in Brooklyn, residents of waterfront condominium Quay Tower can walk just downstairs and head over to Brooklyn Bridge Park's Pier 6. Partnering with top gyms and institutions in the neighborhood through the fall, Pier 6 provides fun, free classes for all such as Yoga with Chelsea Piers Fitness, Zumba and Pilates with Dodge YMCA, and Barre with the YMCA of Greater New York. As outdoor exercise becomes the new norm, this one-of-a-kind amenity grows more alluring to residents seeking a new workout routine.

Avora

Courtesy of Avora

At Port Imperial on New Jersey's Gold Coast, Avora is a residential oasis that offers the optimal outdoor experience that complements a post-pandemic lifestyle. With endless green space and breathtaking waterfront views of the Manhattan skyline, exercising safely is not only possible, but enjoyable. Avora residents can walk or jog along the Hudson River Promenade, a path that travels alongside the Port Imperial coast, or venture to the running track at nearby Weehawken Waterfront Park.

The Smile

Credit: Vizerio Architectural Visualization.

A new rental building designed by BIG-Bjarke Ingels Group, features an expansive rooftop terrace with an outdoor movie theatre. In addition to the panoramic views of the Harlem River and Manhattan skyline, the beautifully landscaped rooftop boasts a rooftop plunge pool, three whirlpools, and barbeques and dining areas.

111 Varick

Credit: Binyan Studios

Hudson Square's newest luxury rental 111 Varick features a sprawling, landscaped rooftop terrace where residents will find a jumbo screening area for movies under the stars accompanied by a grilling station and dining table.

Front & York

Credit: Williams New York

Residents can enjoy watching a movie on the theater-quality screen at the development's outdoor screening lounge. Ideal for get-togethers all year long, the plush space is warmed by integrated heat lanterns and a grand fireplace. Residents can bring their own popcorn and candy for a truly unique high-definition experience.

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This Penthouse Just Sold For $57 Million

The sale of Duplex Penthouse 75, located at 111 West 57th street sold for around the list price of $57,000,000. The 7,130 square-foot, duplex residence includes 4 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms. The development is proving to be an outlier in the market, after making some notable sales. Just a few months ago, the team announced it sold two $30 million residences which is notable because the sales took place after the Governor’s shut down order in March.

111 West 57th Street is developed by JDS Development Group, Property Markets Group and Spruce Capital Partners. The development incorporates two notable structures. The first is a bold yet graceful residential tower that soars perfectly centered over Central Park and measuring 1,428 feet tall, it is the second tallest residential building in the Western Hemisphere. The tower rises adjacent to the historic Steinway Hall, originally designed by Warren & Wetmore, the famed architects behind New York landmarks such as Grand Central Station. 111 West 57th Street is designed by SHoP Architects with interior architecture by Studio Sofield and it features 60 residences.

Duplex Penthouse 75 is located within the tower. The residence is designed around a central, extended-height entrance gallery with a gracefully proportioned oval staircase connecting the upper and lower levels. The formal Great Hall spans the full 50 ft width of the Tower, boasts monumental ceiling heights of 14 ft and showcases unparalleled Park and city views through floor-to-ceiling windows. The upper level of the duplex, accessible by either staircase or private elevator, features a lavish master suite centered on the Park, complete with a sitting room, wet bar, two dressing halls, and a walk-in closet

Residents at 111 West 57th Street have access to an array of amenities and services. This includes an 82 foot two-lane swimming pool with private cabanas, separate sauna, steam and treatment rooms, a double-height fitness center with mezzanine terrace, a private dining room and a chef’s catering kitchen, a residents’ lounge with expansive terrace, meeting rooms and a study, 24-hour attended entrances and a dedicated concierge service. A private porte-cochère on 58th Street provides residents a gracious and secure entry experience.

Douglas Elliman Development Marketing is exclusively handling sales for 111 West 57th Street.

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Moving To San Jose: The Complete Relocation Guide

Are you planning to move to San Jose? If yes, then moving to San Jose is one of the best choices that anyone would make when someone is considering Northern California to shift to. San Jose is the capital of Silicon Valley with a population of nearly 1, 08,790. The relocation to San Jose is incredibly increasing due to ample job opportunities, great climate, beautiful aroma, universities, etc. As mentioned, the city offers ample job opportunities, and also it is a hub for many famous tech companies such as Adobe, eBay, IBM. So it's famous for business relocation thanks to the umpteen tech industries, parks, restaurants, etc. San Jose is a place where both singles and families can live and enjoy the true beauty of San Jose as a city.

When we talk about the least unemployment rate the first city that topped the list is San Jose. The unemployment rate here breathes the least unemployability as compared to other cities of the USA. Job opportunities here are widely opened for the workers situated in the areas of eBay, Apple, etc. "San Jose is the heart of Silicon Valley". While comparing the crime rate, this city has no. Of crimes as compared to other major cities in California. Culture attraction is quite popular as it has the best nightlife and brings a plethora of opportunities in that field too. Undoubtedly, the housing cost here is unexpectedly high but it gets balanced when you have ample job opportunities as well.

Relocation Facts related to San Jose

●   It's a metropolitan area which is quite popular and a favorite destination for expats in Costa Rica.

●   If you're visiting San Jose for the first time then make sure you know some of the references as landmarks are used as references because not all the streets are named.

• There are numerous types of residence permits that enable expat in San Jose.

• It is a highly densely populated city and topped the list of highly populated cities in the United States.

San Jose: Contemporary Central America

San Jose, CA helps a key role in the making of contemporary Central America. This city is a cultural and economic focal point and growth and it's a transportation hub. So if you are moving to San Jose, you will place firmly at the unchallenged center of the entire central valley.

San Jose Housing Costs

Buying a house in San Jose is indeed expensive. The median price of buying a house in San Jose is around 1 million but this is also a fact that salaries are high and the unemployment rate is less. The cost of living in San Jose is not that high as compared to other cities in the United States. The advantage is that the unemployment rate here is very less and the average salary of an individual is elevated.

●   Monthly Rental prices

• 1 bedroom apartment- $2,200

• 1 bedroom apartment in the city centre-$1,500

• 2 bedroom apartment-$2,800

• 2 bedroom apartment in the city centre-$3,000

• 3 bedroom apartment-$3,400

• 3 bedroom in the city centre-$2,900

How to Save on Housing Costs?

As we all know how expensive it gets to rent a house in San Jose as the rates are high as compared to other cities in the United States. Here are two ways how you can save a ton on housing costs.

●   Share an apartment or house

San Jose is one of the expensive cities in the United States to live in. Also, housing costs are high. But if you want to cut down expenses on housing you can share the apartment. It is one of the ways to save on living expenses and many individuals look for roommates. You indeed have to share your bathroom and room with others but this will help you save at the end of the day.

●   Different Areas: Different prices

San Jose has the best market areas, and this is the reason why San Jose as a city is expensive, if you want to save on living expenses then live outside the city where rental and purchase prices tend to be lower compared to the city. If you're living in downtown San Jose means you're saving on the transport. It is close to many tech companies, restaurants, entertainment, etc.

San Jose Transportation

There is only one bus and rail system that runs all over San Jose. Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority is responsible for the rail and bus system which operates all over San Jose. As the city sprawls way too much, you might have to change transport more than one time to avoid the chaos and traffic. And if you live outside the city then the Caltrain transport system is prevalent. Let us see some of the examples of ticket costs

●   Adult single- $2.00

●   One day ticket-$7.00

●   Monthly season ticket-$69

●   Annual season ticket-$775

Cost of Owning a Car

Most of the people drive in San Jose and this makes the city a lot more congested throughout the day and night all over San Jose. If you're moving anywhere in the city and around the United States, you will need to keep the license with you and also address updated. If you're not an American then you can drive on a foreign license for up to 12 months but after that, you will need an American license. And if you're studying in the United States be it San Jose or any other city in the United States you will be getting a 30 days foreign driver's license. If you want to save money on driving in San Jose then car-sharing or pooling is one way where you have to share your drive with someone or take a taxi, it is a cheaper option as compared to taking your drive-in, San Jose. You can use Uber and Liverpool for the same. By choosing either of the options will help you save a ton of money on a drive in San Jose.

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COVID-era Boutique Astoria condo With Private Balconies

Leading Queens brokerage Modern Spaces is launching sales this week for The ELY, a brand new boutique condominium in Astoria where units range from $576,000 to $744,000.

The development will bring 14 luxury one-bedroom units to the Astoria market, which saw a significant rise in the number of units in contract in Q3 despite the pandemic. In fact, there were more than 30 potential buyers waiting for a peek at the project back in September.

Credit- Thanassi Karageorgiou

Modern Spaces sales agent Gregory Kyroglou predicts that even as winter causes COVID concerns to rise, there will be an increase in demand for one-bedrooms in the outer boroughs like those at The ELY among singles and couples, as they offer:

• Private outdoor space for each unit via personal balconies

• In-unit washer/dryers for added convenience while sheltering-in-place

• Antimicrobial Quartz countertops, which allow for easy disinfecting

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