Courtesy of Pacific Sotheby's International Realty
Here's some extravagant (and somewhat futuristic) dream-home inspo from around the world.
Advertisement - Continue Reading Below
1
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty Canada
Behind the discrete mid-century modern façade of this 1957 house lies a show-stopping world class 7,815 square feet contemporary masterpiece. Walls of glass on two sides overlook the .86 acre ravine setting in prestigious North Rosedale.
This mountain home is sustainable and masterfully-designed by Chilean Architects in a protected natural reserve along a coastal mountain range just south west of Santiago. This house is full of light and surrounded by gardens predominantly characterized by water.
Courtesy of Telluride Sotheby's International Realty
Designed and built by renowned architect/builder Marmol Radziner, this property sits on an open, 71-acre site punctuated by red rock formations and cliffs in the arid desert of Moab and surrounded by BLM open space. The design of the home blends indoor and outdoor living spaces, with expansive decks, floor-to-ceiling windows, and an open plan.
Courtesy of Pacific Sotheby's International Realty
Fusing transformative modern design and urban Zen luxury, this home is inspired by a lifetime of design, art and technology. Limestone, wood and metal enhance connected interior and exterior spaces and couple with high-tech amenities to create a rich sensorial experience of sanctuary, luxury, and privacy.
Perched on one of the highest points of Lieutenant Island sits this newly-built contemporary waterfront home. Descend through the natural landscape via your private stairs to the deck below and the beach beyond.
Courtesy of Queensland Sotheby's International Realty
It is difficult to believe this Bayside entertainer, with its dramatic panoramic Moreton Bay views, is less than 30 minutes from Brisbane's busy CBD. High on prestigious Alverna Close, an exclusive but friendly cul-de-sac, this sprawling family home is a grand five bedroom plus study residence on an enormous parcel of land.
Courtesy of William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty
Nestled in the heart of the Calhoun/Ives Historic District in Washington, Ct.—renowned for its fine estates and pastoral setting—this modern home boasts a generous 7,700 square feet of living space, complete with vast lounge and dining area that opens to stone patio, spacious kitchen with screened porch for al fresco dining, and two master suites—one on the main floor with spa and private screened porch and a second with sundeck. All five bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms and offer panoramic vistas.
Courtesy of Hunt Country Sotheby's International Realty
The inspiration for this glass house design came from the famous abstract artist Piet Mondrian. The owner used Mondrian's style of geometric shapes and primary colors to design a home that is a piece of art.
At this waterfront home, you will enjoy outdoor amenities including an infinity-edged swimming pool, spa, covered outdoor kitchen and dining area, a 20-foot dock on 100 feet of water frontage with direct ocean access. A fabulous location in Miami's most exclusive gated community, this home is located on a private island directly east of the Miami design district, steps to Downtown, Wynwood, and South Beach.
Courtesy of Dominican Republic Sotheby's International Realty
This home is extremely private with unobstructed, panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea. Amenities include six bedrooms with ocean views—three of which are master suites, an elevator, state of the art kitchen, lush tropical landscaping, and two pools—one an infinity pool with a jacuzzi overlooking the ocean and the other a plunge pool on the rooftop deck.