Maison DuJour, 16th Arrondissement Paris
On the 4th floor of a sumptuous freestone building with open views, walking distance from Place des Etats Unis, elegant apartment featuring an entrance gallery, reception room, library dining room with Eiffel Tower view, 3 bedrooms, 2 bath, fully equipped kitchen. Exceptional condition. Elegant and refined decoration.
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Maison DuJour, Parsons Green London
One of only four beautiful Grade II Listed Georgian houses overlooking Parsons Green with its own mews house which can be accessed from the garden, providing flexible accommodation. The house is impeccably presented throughout and has been interior designed with great flair. A wonderful open plan reception room opens onto a stunning kitchen to one side and landscaped south facing garden to the other. In the basement are two bedrooms including a guest suite. The entire first floor is taken up by a luxurious master bedroom with views across Parsons Green and en suite bathroom, and there are two further bedrooms and a bathroom on the top floor. The contemporary style mews house comprises two large rooms and wc on the ground floor with entrance from Peterborough Mews. There is a large open plan room currently used as an office on the first floor along with a storage area and shower room. Main house: Master bedroom with dressing room and bathroom, guest suite, 3 further bedrooms, bathroom, shower/steam room and wc, reception room, kitchen, cloakroom, utility room, south facing garden.
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Maison DuJour, Ca’Liza
Luxury, elegance, incredible ocean views – Ca’Liza is a spectacular beachfront Palladian estate blending classical architecture with Bahama Island charm. In the tradition of Palladio, Ca’Liza stands out with its special architectural status in Old Fort Bay. A two-story pedimented portico is incorporated on the beachfront elevation to suggest stature once only reserved for Roman temples. The exterior and parts of the interior are clad in Coralina limestone. The Bahamian style shutters are combined with traditional casement shutters to protect the home from strong winds. The house is constructed of high-strength poured concrete and is designed to withstand maximum hurricane winds. At more than 25 ft above sea level, the house commands unique sea and beach views and is sheltered from all weather conditions.
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Maison DuJour, Historic Savannah
A masterful restoration of this award winning 1859 home overlooking lovely Chatham Square (Savannah, Georgia) makes this the ideal residence for the discriminating person seeking the perfect combination of manageable size, graciously proportioned rooms and exquisite taste. The parlor floor rooms are flooded with light from floor to ceiling windows in the commodious living room and formal dining room. A gourmet kitchen, screened porch, wet bar and laundry room complete the parlor level. A guest suite with bath and kitchenette, office, garage and lush courtyard comprise the garden level. Accommodation has been made for an elevator to service all three floors of the home. The upper floor contains the master suite with sitting area, fireplace and private screened porch as well as two additional bedrooms and bath.
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Dasha Zhukova’s New Los Angeles Pad
Pop magazine editor Dasha Zhukova has been gifted a new $19.5 million home in the Hollywood Hills by boyfriend Roman Abramovich, with whom she has just had her first child. A native of Los Angeles, it was reported that Dasha wants to be closer to her mother who still lives in the city. Dasha’s new Tuscan-style mansion includes six-bedrooms, eight bathrooms, a swimming pool, movie theater and wine cellar. Leonardo DiCaprio and Halle Berry are said to be neighbours. Continue reading for additional photos. Read more »
Maison DuJour, Palais-Royale Gardens
Next to the Palais Royal-gardens, this splendid pied-à-terre offers high ceilings, fire places, wooden floors….all the charm of a truly parisian property. The decoration and furniture, amongst which asian antiques and pieces uniques, can be purchased separately. Continue reading for additional photos.
Alexandra Richards’ NYC Apartment
An old interview and feature from Grazia of model Alexandra Richards‘ (daughter of The Rolling Stones Keith Richard and model Patti Hansen) NoLita apartment. RDuJour loves the chandeliers that Alexandra has hanging above her kitchen table.. a good DYI project!? You would need a lot of superglue! Also liking the Moroccan pouf seats shown in the picture above just in front of the couch. My favorite version of these come from John Derian in New York, which might be where Alexandra got hers because they look quite similar! Continue reading for more photos / interview.
Maison DuJour, Tuscan Country Home
This elegant 18th century villa, in the Province of Siena and set in 11 hectares of parkland, comprises extensive formal reception rooms and entertaining space, and represents a completely private world where, passing through the imposing main gate, one is immersed in a haven of tranquillity and pastoral idyll. The villa comprises several elegant and formal reception rooms, dining rooms, library, kitchen, study, billiard room, as well as 11 bedrooms and 9 bathrooms, fitness suite with gym, sauna, classical pool with pool house, flower room. In the grounds are the delightful ‘casina turca’ round dining room and ‘casina svizzera’, two wonderful elegant inside out spaces for leisurely entertaining. There are extensive staff and service areas, three garages and several storerooms and other outbuildings. The private park, complete with olive groves and orchards, an Etruscan tomb, 200 seat amphitheatre, hunting lodge and grottoes with stalactites and stalagmites, is 11 hectares in size. Continue reading for additional photos.
Maison DuJour, White-Williman House Charleston
The “White-Williman House” was built around 1840 and later altered after the earthquake of 1886. This 7,964 square foot home offers all the charm of its beginning including a beautiful entrance, cozy downstairs study, and an oversized, elegant dining room to seat a very large dinner party. Entertain lavishly in an overwhelming ballroom with handsome architectural details overlooking the beautiful gardens of Lower Legare Street, and enjoy the breezes from the Italian verandas overlooking the shaded courtyard. The home is comprised of 8 bedrooms, 5 full and 2 half baths. The carriage house, which was originally a garage, is great for overnight guests. This carriage house could possibly be altered to accommodate additional garden or parking. Many renovations have already been completed. The location is on one of the most desirable streets on the Peninsula and is surrounded by some of the most important and beautiful historic residences of Charleston. Continue reading to view additional photos.
Maison DuJour, Perfection at the Sherry Netherland
Spectacular 4-room high floor aerie perched atop the prestigious Sherry Netherland on Fifth Ave boasting expansive vistas of the city skyline. Featuring a meticulous and truly triple mint renovation this residence is absolute perfection. The elegant entertaining rooms, centering on a lovely marble Gallery, include a wonderful corner Living/Dining Room and a cozy Library with handsome custom-woodwork. Adjacent there is a Powder Room that doubles as a second full bathroom, a chic and well appointed wet bar and a pristine and fully equipped Kitchen. The large and gracious Master Bedroom features two walk-in closets and a luxurious marble bath. State of-the-art lighting and music systems further distinguish this impeccable apartment. Services and amenities offered by the white glove prewar cooperative hotel include a concierge, housekeeping, Cipriani catering, a gym and a hair salon. This most delightful residence is the ultimate abode for sophisticated living. Continue reading for additional photos.
