While many of his creations have not survived the decades, some well-hidden ones hold surprises in store for you. His Hublotière or Villa Berthe will exceptionally open its doors to you this summer 2025 We'd advise you to take advantage of this opportunity as the villa is privately owned and still inhabited so its very affordable opening is not common then from September 2 to 14 and on September 20 and 21 Apart from the gardens which were opened to the public in summer in the 2000s inside you can admire the decorated ceilings and staircase This is one of the architect's only buildings open to the public This first Art Nouveau villa in the"Guimard style" was built and decorated under the architect's orders The highly symmetrical main facade is impressive with increasingly smaller windows on each floor it's because of its astonishing porthole-shaped window wells the Ville Berthe is steeped in Guimard's encounter with Belgian Art Nouveau architect Victor Horta Refer your establishment, click herePromote your event, click here Though she had quite the successful public career you could also say that Baker relished domesticity spending much of her time and money transforming a dilapidated estate into a lavish home and tourist destination (more on that last part later) we’ve rounded up photos of Baker’s offstage life she bought a 19th-century neo-Gothic château in the tony Parisian suburb of Le Vésinet Baker shows off some of the property’s flowers in this 1931 photo “I drew strength and peace from their affection The villa boasted 10 bedrooms and more than 1,600 square feet devoted to reception rooms that spilled out onto a terrace overlooking the grounds Baker gazes into a water feature at Le Beau Chêne She had just gotten back from her first return trip to the US to perform in a revival of the Ziegfeld Follies on Broadway Put off by the racist discrimination and lack of success she received stateside Baker returned to Paris as soon as the show’s run ended according to the 1993 biography Josephine: The Hungry Heart she married Frenchman Jean Leon and became an official citizen of her adopted country and lush flower gardens on the 3.7-acre property According to The Josephine Baker Story by biographer Ean Wood she also hired gardeners to spell out her name in red and yellow coleus plants along the terrace Spotlights and string lights illuminated the gardens at night and white plaster walls,” author Matthew Pratt Guterl wrote with green-and-white tile floors and hand-painted tiles on the wall Baker envisioned her château as a tourist destination; eventually and a wax museum dedicated to the performer’s life story Baker began building what she referred to as the Rainbow Tribe a family of 12 adopted children from around the world Unable to naturally bear children of her own Baker instead set out to create a family that would make a statement on the world’s stage “I will make every effort so that each shows the utmost respect for the opinions and beliefs of the other,” she told Le Monde according to Josephine Baker and the Rainbow Tribe “Through the example of these children developing according to their nature I want to show people of color that not all whites are cruel and mean I will prove that human beings can respect each other if given the chance.” The Bouillon-Baker family pose by their tree on Christmas 1956 in this photo taken at Les Milandes There were images and references to the star all over the estate; according to Wood Baker forbade her children from visiting the wax museum at Les Milandes where the exhibit was located standing in her decorated French Resistance uniform at the National Mall “But I could not walk into a hotel in America and get a cup of coffee in alignment with her vision to set an example before the world with her Rainbow Tribe the public were invited to observe the kids at play as one of the château’s attractions The performer didn’t shy away from a more-is-more design mentality; her kitchen incorporated a bold floral wallpaper Baker returned to New York to perform a much-lauded sold-out show in Carnegie Hall Under the leadership of the Sainte-Marguerite Sainte-Pauline parish group and with the support of the Mairie, this year's sporting event is committed to theInstitut Curie, donating all profits from the race to pediatric cancer research Whether you're a seasoned runner or a Sunday walker a keen competitor or just in it for the fun And let's not forget our supporters of all ages Rendezvous at 11am in the Parc des Ibis for a day of festivities and sharing a pancake bar and a coffee bar: the perfect way to recharge your batteries after a hard day's work All in a musical atmosphere punctuated by prize-giving ceremonies came together for this great celebration of sport and solidarity A newly completed social housing project, dubbed Parc Princesse, has been designed for the town of Le Vésinet by French architecture studio SOA the project embraces a delicate landscape sequence treating it as a fragment of living heritage The guiding principle behind the project is to coexist harmoniously with the surrounding trees employing an architectural language that seamlessly integrates with the natural environment The complex balances presence and subtlety gracefully weaving between the trees and avoiding a confrontational stance against the natural elements which the architects compare to the ‘Île-de-France’ sky conceals the structure amongst the wooded site to lend a chiaroscuro of dramatic shadows and highlights images © Camille Gharbi | video © Timothée Janssen With its Parc Princesse project, SOA introduces twenty-four social housing units to Le Vésinet, France. While the project further includes thirty-two housing units for private ownership, the architects at SOA were responsible for the social component situated within the Parc Princesse as part of the recently established zone poses unique constraints as it finds itself within a 19th-century hospital site with a significant historical park Urban planners and landscapers TER carefully studied the natural richness of the environment to guide the project the project occupies Le Vésinet’s historic Parc Princesse SOA sought to respond to the surrounding context of Le Vésinet which is occupied by architecturally unique nineteenth-century villas The project faces the dual challenge of blending into this historic context while making a distinctive contemporary statement — a paradox which the team embraced Collaborating with Lambert & Lenack architects SOA developed a unique construction approach for the 56-unit development The central idea involves a single structure which morphs and fragments to nestle within the park’s subjects This blending process results in original forms that align with the tradition of Le Vésinet’s villas The voids created by the trees shape a tripartite figure one wing is detached to expand the central core This design not only opens up panoramic views but also directs the terraces inward avoiding an overpowering presence in the park The “introverted” figure portrays the concept of a house in the woods SOA designs the architecture to disappear and reemerge into view through the woods the inverted sloping roofs draw the built elements toward the center preventing the formation of a definitive geometric shape and maintaining the natural essence of the park the building’s base features double-height arches mirroring the dimensions and shapes of the spaces between the trees the facade design adopts a draped approach enveloping the folded faces of various volumes A rhythmic pattern of fifty-centimeter intervals punctuates a matte light-colored plaster with reflective metallic bands This hybrid material grounds the construction while blending it into the kinetic reflection of its lines reminiscent of Eadweard Muybridge’s motion studies a matte envelope is lined with metallic edges to add subtle highlights the housing units are organized as stacked duplexes ranging from small apartments to mezzanine-style one-bedroom units The spacious and luminous volumes are a key feature of the design Ground-floor units enjoy double-height corner living rooms with expansive views of the wooded areas and bedrooms and the main bathroom are located on the upper floor ground-floor units enjoy double-height corner living rooms with expansive views of the wooded areas the double-height arches are designed to mirror the dimensions of the spaces between the trees double-height arches respond to the area’s 19th-century heritage and flood the interiors with sunlight  the units are organized as stacked duplexes ranging from small apartments to mezzanine-style one-bedrooms architecture: SOA | @soaarchitectes landscaping, urban planning: TER | @agence_ter video: © Timothée Janssen photography: © Camille Gharbi | @camille.gharbi AXOR presents three bathroom concepts that are not merely places of function but destinations in themselves — sanctuaries of style Archive Architecture The stunning property at 16 Le Vesinet Drive on Sydney’s lower north shore sold at auction for $26.1 million Known as ‘the upside-down house’ – all five bedrooms are on the ground floor and living space on the upper level – the trophy home has a Turkish spa views to the Harbour Bridge and its own private berth Businessman Ma Kin Kwan purchased the European villa-style home in 2012 for $9.08 million The price was the highest sale in the suburb that year Last year, it was reported the sale was a cash purchase by Ma, although a Westpac mortgage was taken out in 2015. Little was then heard from the Ma family, with the house at the end of Pulpit Point standing empty for years, and personal belongings remaining untouched.  the letter box overflowing and the lawn left unmowed locals referred to the home as the ‘abandoned mansion’ It was as though the owners went out unexpectedly one day and never returned The luxury penthouses with prices so high they're on the market for years 8 of the best luxury homes for sale across the country Scotch Hill Gardens: Inside the development delivering the ultimate 'quiet luxury' a notice was stuck to the door stating: “The property is in possession of the mortgagee acting under power of sale.” an updated search showed the Westpac loan was paid off In its place the Mas took out two mortgages from non-banker lenders the family’s personal effects were removed and the mansion was soon repainted and recarpeted ready for sale Ray White Kingsgrove agent George Boghos said the owners are in China now and do not want to talk about the sale He added that he has had cash offers of $10 million and $11 million but that a price guide wouldn’t be set until after the first open inspection with the final $26.1 million price a shock “If we got $16 million before auction, my clients probably would have sold it, given the interest was around the $12 million and $13 million mark,” Boghos told the Australian Financial Review. He said the vendors, “were just amazed”. They had been listening to the auction over the phone. The AFR named the new owners as retired industrial property developer Oscar Gonzalez and his wife Maria. 4 Baths4 ParkingView listing 7 Woolwich Road, Hunters Hill NSW 21106 Beds6 Baths10 ParkingView listing 21A Farnell Street, Hunters Hill NSW 21105 Beds6 Baths4 ParkingView listing The information on this website is intended to be of a general nature only and doesn't consider your objectives, financial situation or needs. where we are privileged to live and operate Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker It's the perfect opportunity to discover the region's rich historical heritage exhibitions and events on offer over this exceptional weekend le programme est mis à jour en fonction des annonces officielles How about Heritage Days in the Yvelines Print LE VESINET the fight against COVID-19 is being waged one baguette at a time the iconic loaf and the French daily ritual of buying it have become loaded with moral civic and public health considerations that could never have been imagined before the new coronavirus turned life upside down In a nation in lockdown popping out for a fresh baguette is proving a handy excuse for people to get out of the house There is one notable exception: a town on the Mediterranean coast where the mayor has banned people from doing just that But eschewing the crusty comfort of a fresh-baked baguette has become significant too — a small sacrifice in this new era where sacrifices are being asked of many not buying bread daily and instead staying indoors to try to stay healthy has become an act in itself a gesture of solidarity with the doctors and nurses fighting to save lives in stressed emergency wards For most people, the new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough that clear up in two to three weeks. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness, including pneumonia, and death. Trying to steer a path between their love of bread and beating the virus, some in France are now buying baguettes by the armful and freezing them. That would have been a gastronomic no-no in normal times. But defrosting and reheating is now a pragmatic, civic-minded and health-conscious compromise, certainly better than no baguette at all. “It’s indispensable. You need bread to push your foodstuffs, to give them taste, for nourishment. It is good for everything,” masked shopper Yves Lagrellette said this week as he made what has now become his weekly baguette run in Le Vesinet, west of Paris. He bought five in one go, for freezing. He used to buy one daily. When the government locked down France earlier this month, shutting down schools and stores deemed nonessential and forcing families indoors, it also gave bakers special dispensation to work every day of the week if they wish. World & Nation Priests at St.-Vincent-de-Paul Church in Marseille livestreamed their Mass on Sunday to try to reach parishioners despite virus-related confinement measures Baker Margot Hazard says she and her husband, Cyril, believe that with their breads and cakes, they are providing a slice of normalcy to customers who line up, standing apart, outside their door, respecting one another’s space and handwritten signs on the window that read: “Three people maximum in the bakery.” “The work really is tough at the moment,” Hazard said. “Some clients are very worried about us touching their bread and touching their change. They are all a bit on edge. And we are on edge, too.” But “it is super important for everyone’s morale,” she added. “It’s important that people eat what they want to eat, to keep their spirits up. “A life without bread, cheese and wine is not French,” she said. Customers Marie and Jean-Claude Lemeux, now work-from-home bankers, agreed. No sooner had he bought their baguette that he ripped one end off and nibbled it, right there in the street. That crusty nub of pleasure even has its own name — le quignon. “It’s better fresh. It’s hot, crusty,” he said. And baguette buying “allows us to get out.” “The sharing of bread is an anchor at the dinner table, at family meals,” she said. “We feel a need to focus on family, on food, for life to go on. It’s symbolic.” But in the Mediterranean town of Sanary-sur-Mer, buying only one baguette risks a police fine of 135 euros ($146). Mayor Ferdinand Bernhard says people shouldn’t be using the buying of bread as an excuse to go out every day. “Anyone caught coming out of a bakery with just one loaf will be fined,” he said in a telephone interview. “If you go once a week, you cut the risk by a factor of seven — for you, the baker, his entourage and yours. “This is no time for people’s moods. The priority is to not get sick,” he said. “You can freeze bread. You can even live without it. “It’s not a sacrifice. It’s an adaptation.” California Subscribe for unlimited accessSite Map Camille Van Puymbroeck is a Belgian freelance journalist with a big interest in anything lifestyle and ecology-related Nothing makes her more happy than visiting a former Soviet building Her work has previously been published in Metro If you’ve got around 38 million euros to spare, there might be a great opportunity that could spark your interest. West of Paris, about 20 minutes outside the City of Light, the sublime Palais Rose has gone on sale offering potential buyers the opportunity of a lifetime Inspired by the Grand Trianon Palace in Versailles countless rooms and indoor pools are waiting visitors in the Les Ibis neighbourhood in Le Vésinet Le Palais Rose (The Pink Palace) is quite a romantic name for the property built in 1900 by the shipowner Arthur Schweitzer Over the years it has been home to the poet Robert de Montesqiou and Charles de Gaulle the Palais Rose in Vésinet is a replica of the Palais Rose that once stood on the Avenue Foch which was in turn inspired by the Grand Trianon in Versailles the palace in Le Vésinet has become a piece of architectural history and has been classified as a historical monument So the future owner of the property will not be allowed to just carry out renovations as they see fit but will instead be obliged to abide to the historical monument preservation rules that apply in France potential buyers can expect to get their money’s worth split accross the 2,000 square metre main villa and the smaller the Palais Rose comes fully furnished with all the antiques on display Both villas are set on a 7,000 square metre landscaped garden estate Essential cookies enable basic functions and are necessary for the proper function of the website Statistics cookies collect information anonymously This information helps us to understand how our visitors use our website Discover what the most popular suburbs of Paris have to offer in the way of property prices By Martina Di Gregorio While living in Paris might sound like a dream for many people, the reality of finding a home in the capital can be a challenge given the rising cost of rent and the fact that apartments are getting smaller Some Parisian neighborhoods may also be too loud and crowded with tourists making them less appealing to those looking to settle down if you are looking for a bigger home with a garden the suburbs of Paris might be a better option From the international vibrance of Croissy-sur-Seine to the elegance of Versailles there are many desirable places to consider they offer accommodation of every kind to suit a variety of preferences and budgets To give you an idea of what’s on offer this article includes the following information: Looking for an easy way to find your next home Spotahome is an online property portal operating in France that takes the stress out of renting and book your next rental property without leaving home Finding housing in Paris and its surrounding suburbs can be challenging and time-consuming especially for those who are not familiar with the local property market you will need to find the right suburb to match your budget and preferred lifestyle before beginning your search for a home there are multiple websites that make house-hunting easier SeLoger is particularly popular among internationals seeking accommodation in the Parisian suburbs The portal allows you to search under Louer (rent) for apartments for rent You then need to enter the postcode of the town or area you prefer and click on Rechercher (search) Before deep-diving into the many apartments available you can add filters such as pieces or chambres (rooms) and Extérieur (exterior) where you can specify whether you want a garden You can also filter by Meublé (furnished) or Non meublé (unfurnished) depending on whether you want to bring your own furniture you can head to Acheter (buy) and start your search Moving to France: the ultimate checklist for your move it might be worth searching for short and mid-term rentals on portals such as: might also want to join some of the local Facebook groups where people often post apartments or rooms for rent as well as search for roommates or sublets for short periods of time Some suburbs are also more affordable and spacious with family houses that come with gardens and parking spaces that allow for an easier commute to Paris Rental costs in the suburbs of Paris can vary greatly there are some suburbs in which prices are on par with the city center these prices are increasing every year as the areas continue to improve their urban plans You can find the most up-to-date rental costs on SeLoger Similar to rental costs, property prices in the suburbs of Paris are lower than in the capital, where the average cost exceeds €10,000 per square meter The city of Paris is divided into twenty districts – or arrondissements – which are arranged in the form of a clockwise spiral. However, the city and its surrounding suburbs (or banlieues) make up the region of Île-de-France This consists of eight administrative departments Essonne, Hauts-de-Seine, Seine-Saint-Denis, Seine-et-Marne, Val-de-Marne, Val-d’Oise According to statistics from 2020, 19% of the population of metropolitan France live within Île-de-France making it the most populated region in the country demographics vary significantly throughout the departments Seine-Saint-Denis in the northeast and Val-d’Oise in the northwest were formerly industrial and working-class zones the southern department of Essonne and the western department of Yvelines are predominantly inhabited by the upper class reputations also vary from suburb to suburb and Maisons-Laffitte are known to be some of the most affluent and desirable areas in Paris are also considered to be ‘unsafe’ while other residential areas like Fontenay-aux-Roses To give you more of an overview of the Paris suburbs below is a summary of some of the most popular ones to live in among the expat community Situated just 14km from the center of Paris, Chatou is a family-friendly suburb with many green spaces, making it the perfect location for those looking to escape the bustling city and enjoy some nature. However, although it is only a 15-minute commute with the RER line A meaning that many residents (or Catoviens) choose to own cars and houses usually have parking Chatou is perhaps best known for its Ile des Impressionistes (Island of Impressionists) which is located in the Seine River and got its name due to its popularity among multiple 19th-century artists such as Monet and Renoir and open woodland where visitors can relax and enjoy nature Art is still an important part of life in Chatou, and it hosts multiple art, music, and antique festivals every year, including the Chatou Island Festival and the National Antique Fair Whether you are single and looking to move to Paris for work, or you are a parent with young children seeking peace and quiet the rest of the town continues with its daily routine While Versailles may be more suited to working people and families, students might find themselves more drawn to Orsay. The university town is located 20km southwest of Paris, with a direct train providing easy access to the capital. The RER B is the cheapest option for those who commute daily and it takes around 30 minutes to reach the Cité Universitaire stop Orsay offers a mix of affordable apartments and family homes with gardens with a two-bedroom apartment costing between €1,000 and €2,100 per month these prices vary yearly depending on inflation The suburb provides ample green space, with the Bois de la Cyprenne – a small forest inside the city – offering a scenic escape from the hustle and bustle. Osary also boasts a variety of entertainment, including lectures and exhibitions at the Musée d’Orsay Those who love nightlife will also enjoy the various bars and restaurants in the student quarters.  it can take up to an hour to reach the city by car or even longer during peak times.   although all that remains are outbuildings Another attraction is the Hippodrome de Saint-Cloud racecourse, where the Saint-Cloud Grand Prix takes place every year. Rock music lovers might also find themselves in this suburb when the annual Rock en Seine festival comes to town Saint-Germain-en-Laye is a quintessential French town that embraces a diverse and multicultural community. Located 15km west of Paris, the suburb is most suited to expat families, and is home to Lycée International de Saint-Germain-en-Laye; one of the top international schools in France which features beautiful gardens and a panoramic view of western Paris All of this is only 20 minutes away from the capital, with multiple bus routes and local trains on the RER A line connecting the two Located 7km northwest of Paris, in the department of Hauts-de-Seine, Neuilly-sur-Seine is one of the most expensive cities in France with rental prices exceeding €12,000 per square meter those looking to rent or buy in the area will need to have a hefty budget Although it is close to Paris, the suburb is relatively quiet and primarily residential with many family homes and multiple parks attracting expats with children. It is also home to Marymount and offers easy access to other international schools in the neighboring 16th arrondissement.  which attract thousands of tourists each year Commuting to the center of Paris is an easy 20-minute metro trip or a half-hour drive for those who are brave enough to face the city’s infamous traffic. There are also multiple buses and local rail connections that provide easy access to the rest of the country Situated in the affluent department of Yvelines, Croissy-sur-Seine is particularly attractive to expats due to its strong English-speaking community and the fact that it is home to the British School of Paris; one of the best international schools in France Similar to other popular suburbs, Croissy-sur-Seine is well connected to Paris, with the RER A line taking around 20 minutes which is ideal for those looking to commute Nogents-sur-Marne is a charming commuter town that lies 10km east of Paris on the River Marne. The suburb offers convenient access to the Bois de Vincennes which features several lakes The River Marne is also a popular destination for swimming and rowing enthusiasts those surrounding Paris are diverse in terms of demographics While some are known for their excellent amenities it might not be the most suitable place to live for those with children it is important to do your research and ask for recommendations from local expat groups to ensure that it is a safe and desirable place to live Martina has been living abroad for almost ten years She moved to the Netherlands to pursue her master’s and later kickstarted her career in marketing although her passion for writing never left so she decided to freelance and follow her love for storytelling and sharing stories with the world The single storey four-bedroom resort style property located at 18/2-10 Le Vesinet Drive had a private 12-metre marina berth and a four-car lockup garage. and $100,000 and $50,000 bids placed until the price soared $800,000 above the $8.75 million guide McGrath Hunters Hill selling agent Matt Ward said the majority of people living in the apartment building were empty nesters you’ve got nice garden areas that you can still enjoy but you don’t have to look after them yourself,” he said “And apart from the facilities of the estate gun-barrel view of the city and the Harbour Bridge,” he said Dee Why: This Sydney suburb is a family-favourite This ‘gorgeous’ French-inspired homestead in the Southern Highlands could be yours Optical illusion house hides a staggering secret The buyer was downsizing from a larger property in Hunters Hill The vendors purchased the property in 1999 and planned to buy a smaller home on the lower north shore The property was one of 470 scheduled auctions in Sydney on the weekend Domain Group recorded a preliminary auction clearance rate of 67.7 per cent from 300 reported results Withdrawn auctions are counted as unsold properties when calculating the clearance rate In Pymble, a four-bedroom home at 1 Grandview Street, next to busy Mona Vale Road, sold for $2.45 million. The sale price was $200,000 more than the guide and reserve of $2.25 million. Five registered and three actively bid for the property. The vendor’s $2.25 million reserve had been communicated to interested buyers in the week leading up to the auction. Bidding opened at $2.2 million and the home sold under the hammer. 3 Baths4 ParkingView listing McGrath Wahroonga selling agent Bronwen Lipscombe said she employed an unusual strategy by disclosing the reserve to every interested buyer before the auction “We actually disclosed the reserve with my vendors permission because we didn’t want people to think that “So very rarely do you get a property that sells at this price point in that location but because it was side-on to Mona Vale Road The home was the vendor’s first family home but had recently been an investment property They had spent six weeks styling the property and making it “move in ready” The buyers were a young family that were happy to be upsizing from an apartment in Chatswood The house last traded for $1.18 million in 2010 a two-bedroom apartment with ocean views and walking distance to the beach sold for $1.44 million $115,000 more than its $1,325,000 million reserve Five registered and four actively bid on the unit at 7/2 Ford Road . The property attracted mostly young couples and families, Ray White selling agent Jason Malouf said. 1 Bath1 ParkingView listing He guided at $1.25 million to $1.3 million and bidding opened at $1.15 million. The price went up in $50,000, $10,000 and $5000 bids before it sold to a couple who were renting in the area. Malouf said it was a tightly held enclave. “It was a nice, quaint, good unit. And it was [the] location and view. People just loved it. It was stunning, to be honest with you,” he said. “Things tend to be turning over. Not as many listings as we would be used to. But things are still selling, and they’re selling strong for the right property.” LJ Hooker head of research Mathew Tiller said the clearance rate of 67.7 per cent showed that Sydney’s auction market was still solid, despite low volumes thanks to the long weekend. “Clearance rates have been softening week-on-week over the past month or so as auction listings dry and affordability softens a little bit,” he said. Tiller said lack of supply was affecting the market, but buyer demand was still strong for both affordable and top-end homes. The middle of the market, which was mostly families with mortgages, were less active. “First home buyers are more active in the market at the moment, given the rental crisis,” Tiller said. “Rents are still rising, so there’s still buyers looking who are tenants, or looking at a home that they can afford a deposit [for].” brings together over 60 designers to celebrate local crafts and handmade products This artisanal Christmas market features a wide range of products eco-responsible products or natural cosmetics: each stand is an invitation to discover unique and authentic pieces Whether you're looking for an artisanal leather bag the talent of the exhibitors makes this first edition sublime Children can take part in creative workshops while adults will enjoy the festive atmosphere the shopping day organized by local merchants offers a great opportunity to explore local stores and perhaps bump into Santa Claus on the forecourt of the Cathédrale Saint-Louis Don't miss this wonderful discovery in Versailles in the Yvelines, in the heart of the Saint-Louis district, to experience an authentic, handcrafted Christmas created within the Parc Princesse on the occasion of the recent creation of the ZAC of the same name is part of a fragile landscaped sequence and a remarkable living piece of heritage Work on the site plan was conducted with Lambert & Lénack architects with the aim of building a series of 56 units on the parcel of which 24 are social housing and 2 units targeting first-time buyers The idea is to start with a unique construction a large villa comprised of superimposed duplexes that warp and fragment and ultimately blend into the decor This process gives rise to original forms that are part of the tradition of the villas found in Le Vésinet Terraces are oriented towards the interior of the site plan in order to avoid “looming over the park” with overly imposing views Equally experiencing the pull of this inward gravity The play of built elements tending towards the centre enhances the presence of trees and heightens the feeling of privacy The feet of the buildings are comprised of grand double-height arches in order to disappear at the average human height and blend into the masses of greenery Their proportion borrow the dimension and form of the voids between the trees The arches frame the broad views over the park whilst proceeding like the rest from a hollowing rather than a projected form The work on the façade is comprised of a drapery that covers the folds in faces of the different volumes A 50-cm frame creates the rhythm of the light and matt coating on the vertical lines of the bands of reflective metal This very concrete and evanescent hybrid material anchors the construction as much as it founds it in the kinetic reflection of its reflective lines stacked duplexes up to the studios on the mezzanine Volumes are particularly large and luminous double-height corner living rooms that open onto the most wooded areas of the park The bedrooms and main bathrooms are upstairs The second level of the duplex reuses the layout of the corner living rooms with loggias The flats facing the heart of the complex have terraces overlooking the lobby The general circulation consists of an illuminated pathway passing between the individual terrace gardens for the upper level You must be logged in to post a comment. Share via...Gift this articleSubscribe to gift this article Gift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe A Hunters Hill home known to locals as the “abandoned mansion” has clocked the blue-chip suburb’s record on Sydney’s lower north shore selling at a frenzied auction for $26.1 million to retired industrial property developer Oscar Gonzalez and his wife Maria The European-style mansion with gun-barrel views of the Harbour Bridge was sold by Chinese businessman Ma Kin Kwan who purchased the property for $9.08 million in 2012 SaveLog in or Subscribe to save articleShareCopy link Gift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe. Follow the topics, people and companies that matter to you. The Local Europe ABVästmannagatan 43113 25 StockholmSweden The newspaper Le Parisien has published a list of ten towns in the Ile-de-France region of France with the largest proportion of high-income residents The figures reveal that the majority of the richest communes in the Paris region are situated to the south-west of the capital Le Parisien calculated the proportion of households in each commune who earned over €100,000 in 2018 While here were 880,000 households that fell into this category across the country representing 2 percent of households nationwide there were some 329,000 in the Île-de-France region alone READ ALSO: Paris loses title as world’s most popular city among millionaires Three Parisian arrondissements were present in the top ten: the 7th The largest proportion of high-earners is to be found in the small town of Saint-Nom-la-Bretèche in the Yvelines department the setting for the 2009 comedy Neuilly sa mère ! about a teenager who moves from a housing estate to live with his aunt in an upscale neighbourhood with the percentage of taxable households earning over 100,000 euros: READ ALSO: Where are the richest and poorest parts of France? Please log in here to leave a comment Sarah Leris © iStockCe week-end sera nordique ou ne sera pas : les 20 et 21 novembre un adorable marché de Noël norvégien s’installe pour nous régaler en saumon fumé et autres spécialités de la région Pas besoin de grimper dans un avion pour goûter à la magie de Noël des pays du Nord  pour un marché de Noël spécial Norvège Situé en pleine Église Norvégienne il aura lieu tout le week-end du 20 et 21 novembre de midi à 17h Parfait pour shopper un cadeau qui sorte de l’ordinaire C’est donc dans l’église qu’on dénichera un doux pull d’hiver made in Norvège une déco de Noël bien tradi ou notre dernier cadeau coup de coeur… Mais aussi de la food avec tout un tas de spécialités proposées : saumon norvégien burger à l’élan et du gløgg Marché de Noël NorvégienLes 20 et 21 novembre 2021 de 12h à 17hÉglise Norvégienne — 74 route de Montesson — Le VesinetPlus d'infos Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time We’ve rounded up our favourite luxury listings across the country all in the one spot Built in the Mediterranean Georgian revival style this beautiful 1920s residence boasts Paul Bangay gardens and a recent injection of old-world glamour from a David Hicks-led renovation all within easy reach of village shops and private schools Adjacent to Racing NSW’s famous Bart Cummings’ Princes Farm Huntington Estate is set on a 5.2-hectare riverfront lot in the Nepean Valley an easy 20-minute helicopter ride from Sydney Airport Perfect for thoroughbred breeding or as a luxurious retreat the property includes a handsome homestead Glorious views across the treetops to Mount Gibraltar are a highlight of this multi-award-winning Set on two hectares a five-minute drive from Bowral’s town centre the house is set across two levels with living spaces and wrap-around decks on both floors There’s also a heated pool with a pool house and a gym An inspired design blending Asian and Australian influences The sprawling retreat would work well as an extended family compound with its four infinity pool and award-winning landscaped gardens It is a little more than 10 minutes’ drive from Coolum Beach Set within the prestigious Pulpit Point Estate 265-square-metre apartment enjoys palm-studded views across the Parramatta River to Cockatoo Island and the city skyline There are both casual and formal living spaces private gardens and direct access to a four-car garage complete the package practice your serve or entertain friends in one of the multiple al fresco zones at Elm Park an elegant Adelaide Hills home where the mature gardens are sure to impress Fronted by a character-filled stone cottage the expansive residence includes three large living rooms a marble kitchen with heated limestone floors Designed to make the most of its brilliant locale with a waterfront lounge deck and private jetty two-storey residence wraps around a central courtyard adjoining a heated pool vaulted ceilings and a stylish kitchen with butler’s pantry schools and Napoleon Street shops and eateries from this picture-perfect 1900s cottage set on a level block with a separate garden studio The family-friendly floor plan features a formal lounge room at the front of the home family living spaces opening to a north-facing terrace at the rear This article was originally published by Domain.com.au We\\u2019ve rounded up our favourite luxury listings across the country all in the one spot If you\\u2019re looking for a landmark home Adjacent to Racing NSW\\u2019s famous Bart Cummings\\u2019 Princes Farm Set on two hectares a five-minute drive from Bowral\\u2019s town centre There\\u2019s also a heated pool with a pool house and a gym It is a little more than 10 minutes\\u2019 drive from Coolum Beach You\\u2019ll find main suites on both levels vaulted ceilings and a stylish kitchen with butler\\u2019s pantry where a recently emigrated family from China has set a suburb record of $12.85 million The bullish result is all the more gob-smacking given it is a non-waterfront residence that now holds the suburb’s mantle although it does boast impressive Harbour Bridge views from its elevated position on Chevalier Crescent and a 16-metre marina berth in Pulpit Point The three-storey property last traded in 2002 for $3.1 million but was gutted about five years ago and redesigned into what was described on the development application as a “faux-Tuscanesque” house complete with an indoor swimming pool and spa The sale by McGrath’s Tracey Dixon tops the $12.5 million high set a year ago for the waterfront mansion at the end of the same cul-de-sac when bought by Beijing developer and mining executive Yong Zhang Records show it was sold by property investor Jana Lanvin who has long done well from her property transactions in the well-to-do neighbourhood including her former waterfront home at the end of Le Vesinet Drive which she sold in 2001 for $6.55 million five years after she bought it for $1 million The Chinese owners of the Killara trophy home Wharncliffe have listed the grand Georgian revival residence with hopes of setting a suburb record at more than $15 million Jian Yan and Hong Lu successfully won DA approval to renovate the historic landmark through the Land and Environment Court last year but those plans were suddenly withdrawn in February the 1939-built mansion was designed by architect Clifford Finch for metal merchant William George Wright and his wife Lorna It last traded in 2010 for $7.8 million when sold by commercial property identity Cameron Smart At the time the couple first inspected the property it was with an eye to subdivide the 7528 square metres but once they saw the majestic residence they bought the lot It was owned by the late lawyer Carnegie Fieldhouse until 1986 but not before his wealthy mining magnate client Lang Hancock married his beloved Rose Lacson in 1985 by the indoor swimming pool in what is now the ballroom Killara’s current high of $11.5 million was set in 2012  when technology investor Daniel Petre sold his Springdale Road property to Anita Cunliffe wife of UBS’s investment banking head Guy Fowler House 18’s Michael Zhu is not only chasing the Killara record but hoping to top the Pymble high of $7.52 million set earlier this year by FIRB-approved buyers Qiang Sun and Haihong Wang for the Carinya estate Zhu is asking a bullish $12 million for the Georgian-style Pymble Avenue property on almost 6000 square metres it last traded in 2010 for $7.25 million when sold by investment banker Greg Bundy Meanwhile, the vast 5000 square metre Mosman waterfront estate owned by the mysterious Ying Li  was launched last weekend with $25 million expectations well above the $20 million high set by the property in 2010 when sold by retired car dealer Laurie Sutton  The sale is prompted by Li’s hope to avoid an extensive renovation of the five-bedroom property and instead build something new As Title Deeds went to print Zhu was already in negotiations with a buyer from China Foreign exchange veteran Matthew Gilmour and his wife Jacqueline have listed their Bayview waterfront property, Sandgate, for $9.5 million-plus now work is nearing completion on their beachfront reserve property at Collaroy Set on a prized north-facing 1270 square metres with deep waterfrontage and boating facilities the Queenslander-style home was built by property investors Lindsay and Jean-Anne Hughes who sold to the Gilmours in 2010 for $6.5 million co-founder of online foreign exchange portal UsForex has listed it with LJ Hooker Mona Vale’s Ryan Petrie The Gilmour’s forever home at Collaroy was a total rebuild after they bought what the former beach cottage of the late distinguished architect Colin Madigan AO and his wife Ruby for $4.1 million in 2007 Former state MP Robert Webster and his author wife Caro are hoping to cash in on the Sydney property market with their Mosman Federation home, Gargrave The former Nationals MP has turned professional director since his 1995 retirement from politics sitting on the board of Brickworks and Allianz Australia and chair of Ausflag the Raglan Street was the long-held family home of the late Federal Court judge Peter Hely before it was sold by his widow Jane to the Websters in 2007 for $3,575,000 The two-storey home with a pool was sympathetically renovated and extended in 2013  Given tentative plans to buy and renovate another property nearby McGrath’s Jacqui Rowland-Smith is taking expressions of interest of more than $4.8 million until May 28 Killcare is set to lose its resident coffee queen Clelia Cantarella given she has listed her luxury beach house for more than $5 million the co-owner of the Vittoria coffee company is heading for Whale Beach where she has bought a $5.5 million house on the beach to be closer to family The Central Coast home overlooking Killcare Beach last traded in 2006 for $3.1 million when bought from Annandale-based Tree of Life store founders John and Wendy Borthwick Spread over three levels and featuring beach views from the living areas Meanwhile, the beach house of adman John Singleton a few doors away is unlikely to go to auction this Saturday given negotiations are underway with two interested parties at well above $4 million In Chiswick, Liza Hagipantelis, wife of prominent personal  injury lawyer Bandeli “Lee” Hagipantelis, has listed her deep waterfront property with hopes of more than $5.2 million Hagipantelis is the co-founder of Brydens Law Office who was found guilty of professional misconduct in 2012 for breaching the state’s legal advertising guidelines Records show the three-bedroom house with a jetty and pontoon last traded in 2003 for $3.05 million Ward Partners’ Matthew Ward is hoping to beat the $5,215,000 sale price achieved in April for a knock-down-rebuild on the waterfront in nearby Abbotsford Corporate lawyer and former James Packer adviser Guy Jalland has taken more than $11 million for his waterfront property in Darling Point.  The US-bound former adviser to James Packer only bought the art deco property in 2013 for $8.2 million from Chris Oxley and his wife Tracey Anne, although he did outlay $500,000 recently to add a jetty and 100 square metres. Brad Pillinger declined to reveal the sale price, but had listed the four-bedroom home earlier this year with an asking price of $12.5 million. 7 Baths4 ParkingView listing Adjacent to Racing NSW’s famous Bart Cummings’ Princes Farm, Huntington Estate is set on a 5.2-hectare riverfront lot in the Nepean Valley, an easy 20-minute helicopter ride from Sydney Airport. Perfect for thoroughbred breeding or as a luxurious retreat, the property includes a handsome homestead, a barn with a caretaker’s residence, and an indoor pool. 3 Baths6 ParkingView listing Glorious views across the treetops to Mount Gibraltar are a highlight of this multi-award-winning, Tziallas Architects-designed home. Set on two hectares a five-minute drive from Bowral’s town centre, the house is set across two levels with living spaces and wrap-around decks on both floors. There’s also a heated pool with a pool house and a gym. 6 Baths4 ParkingView listing An inspired design blending Asian and Australian influences, Mandalay on Musgrave enjoys sweeping, north-easterly coastal views. The sprawling retreat would work well as an extended family compound with its four, light-filled pavilions, infinity pool and award-winning landscaped gardens. It is a little more than 10 minutes’ drive from Coolum Beach.  2 Baths4 ParkingView listing Set within the prestigious Pulpit Point Estate, this house-like, 265-square-metre apartment enjoys palm-studded views across the Parramatta River to Cockatoo Island and the city skyline. There are both casual and formal living spaces, a stone-topped gas kitchen, and a main bedroom with a private balcony. Beautifully landscaped, private gardens and direct access to a four-car garage complete the package. 3 Baths4 ParkingView listing Swim, star-gaze, practice your serve or entertain friends in one of the multiple al fresco zones at Elm Park, an elegant Adelaide Hills home where the mature gardens are sure to impress. Fronted by a character-filled stone cottage, the expansive residence includes three large living rooms, a marble kitchen with heated limestone floors, and three designer bathrooms. 3 Baths2 ParkingView listing Designed to make the most of its brilliant locale with a waterfront lounge deck and private jetty, this contemporary, two-storey residence wraps around a central courtyard adjoining a heated pool. You’ll find main suites on both levels, vaulted ceilings and a stylish kitchen with butler’s pantry, all within easy reach of shops, schools and beaches. Hawthorn East: Why families are drawn to this suburb’s strong community vibe ‘A collector’s item’: The team behind The Calile Hotel designed this rare gem for sale Byron Bay: Why this coastal region is ‘a magnet for affluent buyers’ 2 Baths2 ParkingView listing It’s a hop, skip and jump to beaches, schools and Napoleon Street shops and eateries from this picture-perfect 1900s cottage, set on a level block with a separate garden studio. The family-friendly floor plan features a formal lounge room at the front of the home, family living spaces opening to a north-facing terrace at the rear, and a huge, upper-level parents’ retreat. The marina parcel, at Burnett Heads on the Southern Great Barrier Reef, is the site of a planned community of short and long-term accommodation, residential addresses, 318 boat berths, shops, cafes and restaurants, activity hubs and parkland. The buyer will essential own what will be an entire community of 70,000 square metres, about 15 minutes’ drive from Bundaberg airport, and offer more housing to a region which needs it. Bundaberg’s median property price has soared over five years, in line with booming broader demand for Queensland real estate. The package comes with town planning approvals, marketing agents from Colliers Queensland said in a statement. Colliers’ Philip O’Dwyer is running an expressions of interest campaign for what is known as the Gateway Marina Project. The property is under receivership, with Colliers representing receivers and liquidators HLB Mann Judd. O’Dwyer, the Colliers Queensland associate director of investment services, said appetite has been strong for real estate in this area, based on previous apartment sales. Domain does not have median price data for Burnett Heads but in Bundaberg, the median has landed at $485,000, a rise of 8 per cent over 12 months and 65 per cent over five years. Family-sized rainforest estate with multiple homes in riverside South Kolan listed These are the best luxury properties for sale right now across the country Affordable regional towns defy property downturn, rising up to 40% as city slickers look for cheaper house prices “There are a series of planning approvals in place to allow for the full development of an integrated marina and a high-end, mixed-use waterfront residential community, offering a great opportunity for buyers,” O’Dwyer said in the statement. “There is currently an under supply of ‘ready-to-go’ marina projects as well as a significant housing shortage, this development offers an opportunity for an astute developer to step in. The site has a history of successful pre-sales of early stage apartments. “The site offers a high level of accessibility to major metro populations and access to an existing service infrastructure network as well as proximity to the established Burnett Heads town centre including an IGA supermarket, cafes, and medical services.” 2 Baths2 ParkingView listing The apartment occupies the whole of level four in a boutique block, with vistas of bobbing boats. 2 Baths3 ParkingView listing The light and bright apartment is in a building that ism mostly owner occupied. © Nil CastellviLes nouveaux chiffres de l’administration fiscale viennent de tomber et on sait quelles villes d’Île-de-France sont les plus riches L’histoire ne dit pas si elles sont aussi riches d’amour et de liesse que de pécule Le classement des villes les plus riches de la région vient de tomber l’Ouest parisien se détache du lot la ville de Saint-Nom-la-Bretèche dans les Yvelines dont plus d’un quart des habitants a déclaré plus de 100 000€ en revenu fiscal en 2019 ce sont 118 327 foyers (sur deux million d’habitants) qui ont déclaré ce revenu les Yvelines décrochent le gros lot Une publication partagée par Ville de Saint-Germain-en-Laye (@villesaintgermainenlaye) Paris offre 200€ aux jeunes pour s’évader cet été Météo Paris : une semaine d’été en perspective