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This Sicilian Castle is a Part of Cinematic and Italian History Alike
If you've watched The Godfather III, you may recognize Castello Pennisi di Floristella, a neo-gothic structure that featured predominantly in scenes throughout the film. Against the backdrop of the Sicilian town of Acireale, this castle was originally built by an Italian baron to house his art collection. Now, it's on the…
Todd Snyder’s Latest Design Project? 20 Bungalows in Maine
After Todd Snyder partnered with L.L. Bean, we could all see that the two American brands had created something special. Imagine my delight to know that Snyder has made his way back to the Pine State for a new project. This time, it was designing the interiors for twenty one-bedroom…
‘The Wolf of Wall Street’ House is For Sale
If you’ve been dreaming of Dicaprio’s mansion from 2013’s The Wolf of Wall Street for the past decade, well, Reader, it can now be yours. Yes, that’s right, Jordan Belfort’s mansion is up for sale. Listed for $10 million, the house sits on 5-acres of the Golden Coast, the elite…
Nicolas Cage’s Private Island Can Be Yours for Just $7.5million
While we never really considered ourselves the type of people on the market for a private island, if we were going to consider it, the private island owned by Nicolas Cage would most definitely be at the top of the list. That's where Leaf Cay comes in. Located in The…
MAD Architects’ One River North Project
Incorporating the natural world into urban environments has been one of the most important aspects of new constructions. Architects have added rooftop gardens or green roofs to nearly every new build in cities around the world. But, the One River North project from MAD Architects is among the most unique…
This Expansive $45 Million Vail Mansion with a Glass-Bottom Pool Hangs off the Side of a Mountain
We've covered more than a few exorbitantly priced, sprawling estates over the years. But few of them compare--when it comes to amenities--to this $45 Million Vail, CO mansion situated at 165 Forest Road. Six bedrooms. 8 Bathrooms. Almost 9,000 square feet. Minutes away from the slopes and shops of Vail…
Renowned Headphone Manufacturer Is Finally Jumping into the World of Wireless Gaming Headphones
When it comes to cutting-edge sound quality delivered directly to your earholes, you won't find brands more devoted to the cause than Master & Dynamic. They delivered with the MW50 Headphones, MW07 Plus Wireless Earphones, and the MW65 Noise-Cancelling Wireless Headphones, and now, they're bringing that same level of cutting-edge…
Neil Patrick Harris’ Enormous Fifth Avenue Townhouse Is on the Market
The one and only Neil Patrick Harris--and his husband Davis Burtka and their adorable children--is parting ways with his expansive Fifth Avenue Townhouse for just under $7.5 million. The five-story property at 2036 Fifth Avenue was originally purchased by the couple almost a decade ago and has since been restored…
The Sunset Spectacular Digital Billboard Is a Fusion of Art, Architecture and Advertising
Even if you've never personally set foot in New York's Time Square or West Hollywood's Sunset Strip, you know how important billboards are to both locations. You've seen them in pictures, TV shows or films. They're iconic. As part of West Hollywood's plan to revitalize and update the history of…
Casey Brown Architecture Permanent Camping MkII Structure
For almost four decades, Australia-based Casey Brown Architecture Studio has been collecting awards and building projects in direct response to climate, topography, and lifestyle perspectives that most other designers/brands/builders choose to ignore. The Permanent Camping MkII Structure--aka Permanent Camping 2--is the perfect example of the brand's commitment to sustainability and…
Amin Moazzen Presents a Modern Waterfront Home Called the Cabin of Hope
Persian architect, designer, CG artist and self-described artist Amin Moazzen is a man that has been designing surreal, otherworldly and seemingly impossible living spaces for the past handful of years. While each one of his concepts is unique and most definitely stands out from the surroundings he chooses to superimpose…
You Can Buy Steve McQueen’s Malibu Beach House For $12.2 Million
For a cool $12.2 million, you can own a piece of Hollywood history. Sotheby's has recently listed the late Steve McQueen's beachfront 5 bedroom, 5 bath Malibu home. Located on a private gated street, this sunwashed home is a surreal getaway just steps away from the Pacific. According to listing agent Shen…
This A-Frame Cabin Concept Literally Hangs Off a Cliff
If you've been a Cool Material for any amount of time, you know that we love A-Frame cabins whether they're the small, homebuilt operations on private property or larger, complex-style mass-production options for resorts. One thing that's still new to us is the suspended option imagine by Milad Eshtiyaghi Studio…
Pin-Up Houses DIY Gaia Container House
Tiny houses can cost upwards of a couple of hundred thousand dollars, which seems like overkill for undersized. The folks at Pin-Up Houses have something else in mind. Build your own with some affordable full instructions and plans. Their Gaia Container house is actually a smart home that's self-sustaining with…
Cabins on The Mountain
Although they're not quite a reality, the Veliz Arquitecto-imagined, beetle-shaped Cabins on The Mountain would likely be built on in one of Cuba's mountain ranges. The wooden cocoons sit on concrete platforms and boast open-view construction that drinks in the scenery and merges with the natural surroundings. The simple accommodations…
