When it comes to lifestyles of the rich and famous, we’re far more interested in architectural elements, functional spaces and cool design these days than we are ridiculous collections of Lamborghinis and golden everything. Take Natalie Portman’s stunning new house by Barton Myers for instance. The close to 4,000-square-foot home is situated atop a hillside near Santa Barbara and has four bedrooms, five bathrooms and a stunning view. On the list of great house features you’ll find a divided living/dining room and separate kitchen/bar area with triple overhead garage doors, a giant outdoor fireplace/firepit area, and a concrete and glass pool at the edge of a gorgeously landscaped terrace. The combination of materials and design styles creates a unique space that’s equally modern, international, rustic and homey all at the same time.
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Huckberry’s Essential Holiday Gift Guide
Unzip your coat and have some mulled wine on the house—you’ve arrived at your final gifting destination: The Holiday Gift Guide. It’s like your friendly neighborhood one-stop holiday shop, except instead of balsa wood ornaments, ours is packed with thoughtful gifts for everyone on your list. Future heirlooms, small-but-significant stocking stuffers, and gear for getting out there (or staying in)—are all right here. There’s no music playing in the background though, so you’ll just have to hum Bing Crosby while you click around instead.
