Browse our press & media mentions below.
Sotheby’s Geek Week is a dream for collectors with stars in their eyes, writes Aimee Dawson, as interest in out-of-this-world artifacts booms The First American Spacewalk. Color photograph signed and inscribed by Jim McDivitt. Photograph: Courtesy of Sotheby’s Space has rarely felt closer. Millions watched in awe in April 2026 as NASA completed its nine-day Artemis II mission to circle the moon, the only crewed flight beyond low Earth orbit since Apollo 17 in 1972. Meanwhile, SpaceX—Elon Musk’s aerospace manufacture and transportation company, founded with the ultimate goal of enabling people to live on other planets—went public this June to much fanfare, allowing anyone to buy into the 21st-century space race. But stocks and shares are not the only way to own a piece of space history—this summer sees the return on July 15 of Sotheby’s flagship Space Exploration auction. This year’s sale includes 134 lots, from space-related photographs, documents and books to astronaut-owned watches and fragments of spacecraft. It’s part of both the annual Geek Week at Sotheby’s New York—which also features auctions for Natural History and the History of Science and Technology—and The Summer Season New York for which Sotheby’s International Realty is the presenting partner. Lunar chart signed and inscribed by a moonwalker from every Apollo moon landing. Photograph: Courtesy of Sotheby’s Adam Stackhouse, vice president and senior specialist in science and space exploration at Sotheby’s, reports that interest has grown steadily in the category, especially since the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing in 2019. Items that have flown on Apollo missions—especially that historic 1969 voyage—garner the most collector interest, says Stackhouse, but early Soviet space program artifacts and lots from NASA’s earlier Mercury and Gemini missions are also sought after. A Vostok 3KA-2 spacecraft—which was used in a 1961 Soviet test flight, directly before Yuri Gagarin became the first human to fly into space—sold at Sotheby’s in 2011 for US$2,882,500. In 2022, a jacket worn by Buzz Aldrin during his mission to the moon and back sold for US$2,772,500. Buzz Aldrin’s inflight coverall jacket, worn on his mission to the Moon and back during Apollo 11. Courtesy of Sotheby’s The 2026 Space sale includes another Aldrin treasure with an amazing story: a plastic felt-tipped pen and broken circuit breaker switch. The pen was used by Aldrin to fix the broken switch while trying to ascend from the lunar surface. Without his ingenuity, the astronauts would have been stranded and the entire space program would have failed. The lot is estimated to sell for US$800,000 to $1.2m. Other items include a coverall jacket and trousers worn by Apollo 14 command module pilot Stuart Roosa during most of the flight: the only complete Apollo mission-flown set to have appeared at auction, estimated at US$200,000 to $300,000. The broken circuit breaker switch that nearly ended Apollo 11 and the pen that saved the crew and the mission. Courtesy of Sotheby’s Every lot is “evocative,” says Stackhouse. “So much can be conveyed in a single object. Collectors are drawn to these items because they can bring the mission to life.” The Space Exploration category is incredibly varied, both in terms of price point and object type—from small items like Aldrin’s pen to large, almost sculptural pieces of spacecraft like the Vostok 3KA-2. Some lots are more like artworks, such as a framed mosaic of photographs captured by the Lunar Orbiter V robotic spacecraft that NASA sent to orbit the moon in 1967, which sold in 2025. Mosaic, Aristarchus, August 1967. Photograph: Courtesy of Sotheby’s As such, these sales attract a wide demographic. “This is an area where many of the collectors are relatively young and they seem to realize that space isn’t only about the celebration of the past achievements but also about the heralding of future goals,” Stackhouse says. July’s sale is also the first in the Space category to be held at Sotheby’s new global headquarters, the iconic Breuer building in Manhattan, which originally opened in 1966, three years before the moon landing. With its clean lines, this concrete brutalist space lends itself perfectly to visualizing the auction lots in the modern home. Emerging from the corner of Madison Avenue and 75th Street, it’s almost like a spacecraft itself. Sotheby’s International Realty is the Presenting Partner for The Summer Season New York at Sotheby’s. Our Collecting Focus series features expert advice on contemporary art, photography, historic books, natural history, fashion history, luxury handbags, high jewelry, watches, wine, rare whisky, Chinese art and antiques and Americana
On one of the most coveted streets in historic Hancock Park, this elegant 1926 Tudor home stands as a unique reminder of its neighborhood’s distinguished pedigree and stylistic refinement while forging a path toward the future with its abundant modern comforts and conveniences. The area of Los Angeles known today as Hancock Park has a long lineage, with the singular La Brea Tarpits serving as a reminder of a history that stretches back thousands—even millions—of years. More recently, the region traces its roots to the first two decades of the 20th century, when multi-industry pioneer and philanthropist George Allan Hancock donated the acreage that became his namesake park and created a collection of residential estates. On one of the neighborhood’s most coveted streets, this striking Tudor home—which itself dates to 1926—is a testament to the area’s distinguished pedigree while forging a path toward the future with its contemporary comforts and conveniences. Los Angeles, California| Neyshia Go, The Go Group, Sotheby’s International Realty – Beverly Hills Brokerage A timeless character and an air of bygone refinement are readily apparent in the home’s quintessential Tudor roofline, striking leaded-glass and bay windows, classic black-and-white floor tiles, paneled walls, coffered ceilings, dazzling chandeliers, ornate fireplace mantels, and decorative columns. A painstaking renovation retained the aura of Golden Age glamour and an undeniably grand scale while adding virtually every amenity expected in a home of this caliber and in this storied locale. Nearly every room is filled with a glorious natural glow, and views of the enveloping greenery serve as dynamic art. A sitting room, a formal dining room, a lounge, a sunroom, and a library afford versatile spaces that serve equally well as spots for quiet contemplation and venues for festive fêtes. Both the modern chef and the entertainer will appreciate the handsome kitchen, which features richly hued hardwood floors, top-tier stainless-steel appliances, striking marble slab countertops, custom millwork, and fixtures and fittings by Waterworks. The adjacent scullery and butler’s pantry allow for discreet storage, prepping, and plating. A theater—practically de rigueur in any Los Angeles home—with an adjoining snack bar allows for cinema-worthy screenings in pure privacy. A regal retreat, the owner’s bedroom gazes out across the grounds and opens to a sunny terrace; two expertly outfitted walk-in closets and two spa-inspired baths complete the lavish suite. Each of the additional bedrooms boasts a distinctive aesthetic and stylish en suite bath. The nearly one-acre grounds have been carefully maintained and nurtured, resulting in a true oasis that belies its urban setting. The front lawn’s charming path, colorful flowering plants, and perfectly positioned trees and lighting create a delightful introduction to the estate, while manicured hedges and other flourishing flora create a curtain of privacy. A picturesque pavilion with an alfresco kitchen encourages lounging and entertaining beside the refreshing swimming pool and spa. Emerald lawn rolls toward a terrace tucked beneath a towering shade tree, the guesthouse, a koi pond, a putting green and sand trap, and diverting championship-style tennis courts. Garaging for at least three cars and a generous motor court will please the auto enthusiast. The overall sense is one of a moment in history captured, nourished, and updated for the decades ahead, all enclosed in a lush, idyllic, private tableau. Discover luxury homes for sale and rent around the world on sothebysrealty.com
The duo behind this summer’s celebrated Serpentine Pavilion in London discuss the sensuality of bricks with Harriet Thorpe default " src="https://www.sothebysrealty.com/extraordinary-living-blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Serpentine-Pavilion-2026_Aerial-View_Photo_Iwan-Baan.jpg" alt="aerial photo of Serpentine Pavilion in London's Hyde Park" class="wp-image-347314" srcset="https://www.sothebysrealty.com/extraordinary-living-blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Serpentine-Pavilion-2026_Aerial-View_Photo_Iwan-Baan.jpg 2500w, https://www.sothebysrealty.com/extraordinary-living-blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Serpentine-Pavilion-2026_Aerial-View_Photo_Iwan-Baan-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.sothebysrealty.com/extraordinary-living-blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Serpentine-Pavilion-2026_Aerial-View_Photo_Iwan-Baan-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://www.sothebysrealty.com/extraordinary-living-blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Serpentine-Pavilion-2026_Aerial-View_Photo_Iwan-Baan-768x512.jpg 768w, https://www.sothebysrealty.com/extraordinary-living-blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Serpentine-Pavilion-2026_Aerial-View_Photo_Iwan-Baan-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https://www.sothebysrealty.com/extraordinary-living-blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Serpentine-Pavilion-2026_Aerial-View_Photo_Iwan-Baan-2048x1366.jpg 2048w, https://www.sothebysrealty.com/extraordinary-living-blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Serpentine-Pavilion-2026_Aerial-View_Photo_Iwan-Baan-1200x800.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 2500px) 100vw, 2500px" The Serpentine Pavilion 2026, designed by Lanza Atelier, in London’s Hyde Park. Photo: Iwan Baan. Courtesy Serpentine. A “crinkle-crankle” wall has popped up in London’s Hyde Park, its snaking line softly organic, despite being built from rational, rectangular bricks. Referencing an 18th-century British style with ancient Egyptian origins, it forms part of the 25th annual Serpentine Pavilion, one of architecture’s most prestigious commissions, which this year showcases the vision of Mexico City-based team Lanza Atelier. “Our work finds beauty in how things are used, constructed and experienced,” says Isabel Abascal, who founded the studio in 2015 with her partner, Alessandro Arienzo. “The Serpentine wall carries a lot of sensuality, but it uses less material than a straight wall. So, in this case, beauty lies in the refined cleverness of the structure.” Isabel Abascal and her partner Alessandro Arienzo founded Lanza Atelier in 2015. Photograph: © Pia Riverola Brick walls are rarely considered sensual. Conceptually, they’re symbolic of border divisions, abrupt endings and creative blocks. Yet Lanza Atelier’s pavilion design is consciously permeable: soon to be animated by the colors of nature, the movement of people, and the dappled light that will stream through vertical strips of space between each stacked column. “It reveals the power of walls not to divide, but to bring us together,” says Arienzo. This same vitality is evident in the studio’s Casa Jajalpa (2019), a family home in a pine forest near Mexico City, constructed from tactile bricks that change color with the seasons. Rather than being monolithic, the micro-modularity of this material adapts to nature through curved and lattice forms—a contemporary house, yet embedded in its environment like the millennia-old brick structures of Mesopotamian civilizations. Lanza Atelier’s Casa Jajalpa, a sustainable family home near Mexico City. Photograph: Dane Alonso. Courtesy Lanza Atelier Brick is enjoying a resurgence in residential architecture, thanks to its green credentials as much as its historical reference points. Certainly, Lanza Atelier’s adaptive designs and context-responsive materials bring a sense of timelessness, drawing lines between past, present and future. For their pavilion, the studio chose a familiar red brick—sourced from Wienerberger’s 100-year-old factory in the Surrey village of Ewhurst—echoing both the English garden tradition and the nearby Grade II-listed Serpentine South Gallery, originally a 1930s tea house. Their Casa Caracol (2024) in Cancun, meanwhile, was built from a concrete aggregate, with spiraling sea-snail shells from the local beach folded into the surfaces of the house. Inside Casa Jajalpa: the entire house was built from locally-produced tabique blanco bricks. Photograph: Dane Alonso. Courtesy Lanza Atelier This functional poetry aims to blend craft and innovation in the face of rapid, homogenizing urbanization. “In the midst of a planetary climate crisis, we trust raw local materials to create a more sustainable balance with the high-tech,” says Abascal, before adding: “Both are important.” For the duo, this is a lived understanding: the couple reside in a renovated adobe ruin in Mexico City with thick earth walls that are thermally insulating and acoustically softening, but they actively participate in the beautiful friction of the metropolis. Similarly, their Serpentine Pavilion offers visitors the chance to rediscover a sense of balance: a space to readjust perceptions, meditate on time and absorb the sculptural energy of place. As Arienzo says: “The ability to perceive—and marvel at—beauty is, for us, even more relevant than beauty itself.” Brick is back: read more about the luxury design material that never dates Serpentine Pavilion 2026 by Lanza Atelier is open until October 25, 2026 at the Serpentine Galleries, London.
Our monthly series asks: How do you bring color into luxury design? Terracotta is warm and grounding, writes Jill Krasny Cascais, Portugal | Portugal Sotheby’s International Realty Some homes make a lasting impression while others quickly fade from the mind. Almost always, the design and color scheme is a factor. Green, yellow and lilac all work in homes with a period feel, while turquoise can pop in contemporary and traditional spaces alike. Terracotta—which our series on color in luxury design turns to next—is similarly versatile, having been deployed in a range of indoor and outdoor spaces for centuries. “The use of terracotta goes back millennia, originating from the ancient Mediterranean, where it was used particularly for roof decoration and monumental sculpture,” says Joa Studholme, color curator for British paint maker Farrow & Ball. “Its baked-earth color became popular in homes in the 19th century, and now—in our increasingly digital world—it feels warm, comfortable and grounding.” Ibiza, Spain | Spain Sotheby’s International Realty Terracotta is indeed having another design moment, thanks to these historical reference points and modern applicability. “Light terracottas are soft and subtle, still brimming with warmth, and are a wonderful alternative to white if you’re looking for something cozy but not too colorful,” says Studholme. “They work in both contemporary and traditional homes, particularly when every surface and space is painted the same hue.” Los Olivos, a sprawling equestrian estate in San Rafael, Ibiza, features the kind of traditional floors most people associate with terracotta and sun-drenched Mediterranean settings. “This color responds so well to light,” notes Studholme, adding that it somehow feels richer as day turns to night. Pairing it with rustic details like exposed-beam ceilings and wood paneling imbues the rooms with a welcoming, lived-in ambience. Patagonia, Arizona | Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty A contemporary ranch home in Patagonia, a scenic, rural town in Arizona, feels just as inviting with its terracotta interiors and exteriors. Studholme cautions against using darker versions of the color excessively, noting “its nuanced red-brown pigment can feel a little flat and muddy if underlit.” Nor is it suited to homes with cool lighting, she adds. But here, peppering terracotta in little decor notes throughout makes the rooms feel extra comfortable, while the muted floor tiling pulls everything together. “Layering several shades of terracotta together creates a harmonious, seamless scheme that flows effortlessly,” says Studholme, as evidenced by a custom-built luxury residence in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Set in the exclusive Monte Sereno community, its interiors feel calm and pair well with the earthy palette outside. Santa Fe, New Mexico | Sotheby’s International Realty – Santa Fe – Main Downtown Brokerage A new-build family home in Cascais, Portugal, a coastal resort just 20 miles west of Lisbon, combines the earthy hues of terracotta with the greens of nature: both the pine trees surrounding the property and the additional planting built into its design, with foliage tumbling from the upper terraces of the house itself. Large glass panels maximize the natural light, and all three floors are accessible by elevator. On the other side of the Mediterranean, terracotta transforms some Moroccan homes into living postcards thanks to a skillful pairing with splashes of bright turquoise. From soaring arched ceilings to sizable tiles, with distinctive trellis-patterned borders, the color helps to create what Studholme calls a “jewel-like atmosphere.” Further proof that a color “plucked from nature,” as Studholme puts it, was made for pairing with lush greens and warm neutrals. Explore our Color Chart design series, from bold red, joyful pink, zingy orange and natural lilac to classic green, calming white, crowd-pleasing blue, versatile turquoise and uplifting yellow
Custom and architecturally created by a noted interior designer, this waterfront estate was carefully designed for a consummate coastal lifestyle, featuring a delightful blend of enduring classicism with contemporary touches. An air of the Caribbean—timeless shutters, vibrant colors, light-filled view-focused interiors, and captivating outdoor spaces beneath swaying palms—pervades this waterfront home on desirable Everglades Island in Palm Beach. Veteran interior designer Scott Snyder brought his trademark refined style—beautifully balanced and impeccably detailed—to this island-inspired villa, which was carefully created for consummate coastal living and features a delightful blend of enduring classicism with contemporary touches. A gracefully curving spiral staircase with a decorative iron railing, regal coffered and tray ceilings, French doors, Venetian plaster walls, and marble and hardwood floors abide alongside top-caliber stainless-steel appliances, a convenient elevator, a glass-walled wine room, a superior security system, a whole-house generator, air-conditioned garaging for three cars, and Snyder’s sophisticated modern décor in minimalist ocean-echoing hues. Palm Beach, Florida| Carole Koeppel, Brett Koeppel, Sotheby’s International Realty – Palm Beach Brokerage Highlights include an open living and dining room that encourages festive fêtes, a handsome library with built-in shelving and a wet bar, and a cook’s kitchen with an island, thoughtfully chosen tile accents, and plentiful counter and cabinet space. The kitchen flows effortlessly into a family room with a casual dining area, ample space for lounging, an airy pitched ceiling, and tones that bring to mind both the sea and the sky just outside. French doors open to the emerald lawn, while a wall of windows folds back, giving way to the poolside loggia. One of five bedrooms—found on both of the home’s two levels—the owner’s suite is a serene aerie with a soothing cloudlike palette, a generous sitting area, French doors to a private covered balcony overlooking the water, two walk-in closets, and two luxurious baths, one with dual vanities and a freestanding soaking tub. Each of the additional bedrooms is peaceful in its own right and appointed with an aesthetic befitting its seaside locale. Linked to the main residence by a breezeway is a charming guest cottage offering a secluded bedroom and bath. A life lived outdoors is paramount to the Palm Beach experience, and this estate accommodates in exceptional fashion with a breezy loggia—outfitted with a stately fireplace and Old World detailing—a dazzling swimming pool and spa, a sun-washed waterside deck, swaths of lush lawn, and a private dock, all on the brink of Lake Worth Lagoon and the “blue highway” of the iconic Intracoastal Waterway, which is inextricably woven into the history and life of Palm Beach. Discover luxury homes for sale and rent around the world on sothebysrealty.com
From an EAD280M sale in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, to a US$49M in Nassau, Bahamas, here are five sales represented by the Sotheby’s International Realty global network in May. Dubai, United Arab Emirates Regan David Faulkner, Ioana Armeanu | Dubai Sotheby’s International Realty, AED280M View properties in Dubai, United Arab Emirates Nassau, The Bahamas Mark Hussey, Ashley Treco| Bahamas Sotheby’s International Realty, US$49M View properties in Nassau, The Bahamas Palm Beach, Florida Fern Fodiman| Equestrian Sotheby’s International Realty, US$37.1M View properties in Palm Beach, Florida Aspen, Colorado Lex Tarumianz| Aspen Snowmass Sotheby’s International Realty, US$37M View properties in Aspen, Colorado Alys Beach, Florida Brad Dahler| Scenic Sotheby’s International Realty, US$28M View properties in Alys Beach, Florida
Every summer, tennis transforms Wimbledon into the world’s most elegant sporting address. Yet beyond Centre Court, writes Mandi Keighran, southwest London has year-round appeal Wimbledon, London | United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty For a fortnight each summer, London’s genteel Wimbledon Village has the eyes of the world on it. As The Championships begin, the purple, green and white colors of the famed tennis tournament are strung above the quaint boutiques and pubs lining Wimbledon High Street, would-be champions set up home in the grand houses that locals vacate, and there’s a good chance of spotting a top seed over coffee at Maison St Cassien or the Bayley & Sage deli. “This gives the entire area a unique sense of refinement and prestige,” says Drew Zendra of United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty. “Unlike the boisterous energy of a football match, the tennis paints a very elegant picture that’s especially appealing to families.” What’s more, the charm of this leafy enclave endures long after the last strawberry is served. “Wimbledon is a special place, with a real sense of a village community—unusual in a big city like London,” says Richard Gladwin, one of three brothers behind local farm-to-table restaurant The Black Lamb (and its sister eateries in London’s Soho, Chelsea and Notting Hill). “Our regulars are so friendly and supportive, and our restaurant has a distinctly neighborhood feel. It perfectly encapsulates the British countryside in a rustic yet refined setting.” Wimbledon, London | United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty It’s this balance of big-city confidence and village calm that drew Zendra and team to open an office in the Village, as it’s referred to locally, during the 2025 tournament. As he says: “Wimbledon is a globally recognized name, owing to its long association with tennis.” The “Village”—a short walk uphill from Wimbledon town center with its mainline train, tram and underground station—is an appealing tapestry of handsome period villas set among newer builds. Take this six-bedroom Victorian house on Camp View, for example, with its light-filled family and reception spaces that spill out into a mature garden and a studio that works as home gym, workspace or creative hideaway. It sits directly opposite Wimbledon Common and the Royal Wimbledon Golf Club—among the country’s top 100—thereby offering access to both luxury sporting amenities and an expanse of green space year-round. Wimbledon, London | United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty Other Victorian homes have undergone impressive renovations. One on Ridgway, among the area’s most covetable addresses, features a period facade that conceals a high-end remodeling by Flower Michelin Architects, interiors by Gunter & Co design studio, and a landscaped garden that includes a detached coach house. Prospect Place, meanwhile, is a luxurious new-build that forms part of an intimate gated enclave of just five houses. It’s moments from both the natural beauty of Wimbledon Common and the main Village streets, with their independent boutiques and historic pubs—the Dog & Fox, Rose & Crown, and Fox & Grapes to name just three. Wimbledon Village Stables is also nearby, making it feel all the more like a distinguished country retreat rather than a family home in one of the world’s biggest cities. Coombe Estate, London | United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty Cross the main A3 road out of London towards Kingston and Richmond and the strikingly contemporary home Woodlands, in the private Coombe Estate, offers style and scale of another order, spanning 9,200 square feet with views across Coombe Hill Golf Course. Or there are characterful transformations, such as Beverley Lane, an expansion of a Grade II-listed former stable yard that spills out over more than 10,000 square feet, with its own octagonal turret. Both properties are near the Crown-owned Richmond Park, created by King Charles I in 1637 as a deer park and still home to more than 600 free-roaming red and fallow deer. Wimbledon, London | United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty For all its seasonal glamor, it’s this year-round appeal that defines Wimbledon and its neighboring areas. “Southwest London is one of the most desirable areas in the UK,” says Zendra, whose office covers the entire local market—Richmond, Wandsworth, Barnes, Putney and Battersea—and has strong links to the private Surrey estates of St George’s Hill, Wentworth and the Crown Estate. “With outstanding schools and open green spaces, the southwest suburbs are especially popular with families who are seeking the convenience of an urban address while enjoying the tranquility of a rural neighborhood,” concludes Zendra. Add the fast mainline train into London’s Waterloo terminal, and the area feels at once bucolic and connected. The Championships may come and go, but in Wimbledon Village the sense of refined, green-fringed calm is, like the grass courts themselves, carefully kept all year round. Melbourne, home to the Australian Open tennis tournament, is a city of coffee, culture and multitudes
This refined five-bedroom estate in a coveted neighborhood of Houston balances timeless French Provincial design with modern comfort and convenience. Although it enjoys an enviable location in one of the fastest-growing metropolises in the world—Houston—this refined manor with a stately limestone façade would be equally at home in the French countryside. Inspired by the quintessential estates of Provence, the 8,116-square-foot residence balances the elements of that iconic Old World aesthetic—featuring ornate millwork, handsome hardwood floors, marble and limestone fireplaces, stately beamed ceilings, striking ceramic tile, regal brass hardware, and a carefully chosen collection of French and Italian crystal sconces and chandeliers—with a dedication to modern comfort and convenience, boasting such amenities as an elevator and a generator. Houston, Texas| Patricia Reed, Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty – Central Houston Brokerage The residence is infused with a gracious classical ambience while remaining warm and welcoming. The formal living and dining rooms feel ideal for both quiet private moments and festive festivities for a crowd. The stylish state-of-the-art kitchen has been painstakingly appointed with Calacatta marble counters, an oversized artisan-crafted island, abundant cabinet space, a dramatic copper hood for the dual-oven six-burner range, and a full complement of appliances from Sub-Zero, ASKO, and Wolf. A butler’s pantry and a relaxing family room are steps away. A sophisticated sunroom with walls of windows and glass doors is a lively light-filled oasis with a wet bar, a nearby wine chiller, and a sweeping view of the serene landscaped grounds. The primary suite—one of five equally elegant and restful spaces—includes a luxurious bath and two impressively outfitted walk-in closets. In the secluded backyard, an alluring swimming pool with deck jets and a spa is surrounded by an emerald lawn, mature oak trees, and a pergola ideal for alfresco amusement and leisure. The larger environs—Houston’s Memorial Park neighborhood and the nearby River Oaks Country Club—are equally lush and enchanting. Just off the home’s four-car garage, a motor court offers ample parking for visitors, who are sure to be plentiful in this ever-growing yet enduringly idyllic location. Discover luxury homes for sale and rent around the world on sothebysrealty.com
The ultra-wealthy—those with a net worth of US$30M+—are highly mobile. Almost one in five live outside the country they were born in, according to “Global Citizens: Entrepreneurship, Mobility and the Ultra Wealthy,” published April 22, 2026, by Altrata. This slice of the world’s ultra-wealthy population is fueling demand for luxury homes across multiple jurisdictions. But what are their key migration routes? The report identifies where those relocating to the wealth centers of London, Singapore and the U.S. are coming from. It shows that India and the U.S. are the top countries of birth for globally mobile UHNWIs living in London; in Singapore, they are most likely to have been born in China or India; meanwhile Canada and India are the top countries of birth for UHNWIs who have moved to the U.S. The research also reveals that this group of UHNWIs has an average age of 65.7 and that nine in ten of them are men. “Wealth is becoming increasingly global in both movement and mindset,” says Moira Boyle, global head of luxury at Altrata. “Today’s foreign-born UHNW population is highly entrepreneurial, globally connected … and concentrated in key international wealth hubs like London, Singapore and the U.S.” Cover Property: United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty
We can't wait to hear from you! Call | Text | e-Mail | Message In a Bottle, we love it all!
Contact Us