Building a greener and more sustainable future requires a plethora of different approaches and strategies. However, one of the most important parts of that future revolves around our own homes and energy usage. Costa Rica has been leading the way on sustainable home and building designs for decades in an effort to preserve the area’s wonderful biodiversity and show what a more environmentally conscious approach to building can look like.

From green energy and reusable materials to less environmentally intrusive building techniques, learn more about how Costa Rica has built sustainably, and how the rest of the world can learn from them!

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Thanksgiving may be over, but there is never a wrong time to get some dining room inspiration! From formal affairs to casual soirees, a versatile, envious dining room is one of the best ways to host your guests and family. These great dining areas feature styles inspired by design trends from classical 18th-century pomp to modern elegance. Which one is your favorite?

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Is there anything better than stargazing? Whether on a crisp, clear winter night or a warm summer evening, laying back and taking in the cosmos is a universal experience. These homes from the mountains of Wyoming to coastal South Africa take that experience to the next luxurious level!

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Whether it's a lakeside cabin or a mountain retreat, nothing compares with going off the beaten trail in a luxurious home. These incredible estates, from New Mexico to Napa Valley, are homes to aspire to, or to inspire you for your next off-the-grid vacation!

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Take a tour of this premier beachfront estate on beautiful Oahu! The home is LEED certified, meaning it was built to improve energy efficiency and minimize the carbon-footprint of the property. For instance, the water, heating, and electric car charging stations are all powered by Voltaic solar energy! The gorgeous, modern estate is built to inspire homes in the future to think bigger and create sustainable luxury living experiences.

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Presenting your home at its best is an essential part of selling a home, or upgrading one. Boosting your home’s aesthetic appeal can increase its value and yield a great investment return. However, not all styles can retain their value year after year. These 5 timeless aesthetics do just that in the most important areas of your home!

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A new kitchen is a great way to add value to your home, and these homes are great inspirations! Whether you are adding smart software to remind you when you need groceries and keep your kitchen at the optimal temperature or looking for a serene gathering place in your home, the kitchen is one of the most important parts of your house. These homes use the most sophisticated design and technology to create modern oases in the heart of their home.

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It seems like we could always use more closet space. While this might not be an issue for these luxurious closets, their wonderful designs and unique layouts might help inspire you to reorganize or renovate your own space!

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Many luxury homes have taken sustainability as their defining characteristic. By using sustainable materials, energy-efficient designs, and low environmental impact construction techniques, many of the beautiful homes we see today, are in fact, very green.

Read more about how these designs are being implemented in some of the most beautiful homes in the world!

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It’s patio season, which means outdoor entertaining and cocktails! Whether you are on an actual vacation, or just living in one, the last phase of summer is the perfect time to take in the sun or relish in a warm summer evening. These amazing home bars, and their signature cocktails, might serve to inspire your inner home decorator, if not your inner mixologist as well!

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Gesamtkunstwerk is a German word meaning “a total work of art” which generally applies to art pieces in the classic sense, but can also be used to describe incredible home designs. By functioning as a total work of art, a home becomes a source of inspiration and invigoration. These homes take that idea to the next level with their amazing configurations, which will hopefully inspire you to turn your home into Gesamtkunstwerk.

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There is nothing like getting on the water during the summer heat, and these incredible homes make it easy with their enviable private docks. Additionally, docks are a great way for a property to expand it's waterfront. From Houston to The Hamptons, these homes show everything you can do with your own dock!

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Gardens are one of the best ways to make your home's entrance, patio, or landscaping even more inviting. A garden can also turn your home into an oasis of local biodiversity, creating a beautiful, sustainable statement piece that surrounds your home.

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We can't all get off the grid, but we can live vicariously through these incredible properties! From a minimalist desert escape to a tropical mountain chateau, these amazing homes offer seclusion, privacy, and easy access to off-the-grid recreation.

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Barns, warehouses, even a defunct pharmaceutical company HQ, with some stylish updates any of these spaces can be made into a chic, beautiful home while preserving the historical character of the structures.

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These homes take architectural artistry to the next level by channeling the styles and aesthetics of legendary artists such as Frida Kahlo and Georgia O'Keefe, among other luminaries. See for yourself how these homes break the mold much like the artists who inspired their designs:

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There is nothing quite like waking up to a seaside breeze on a sunny day, and there is no better place to do that than the Mediterranean! These incredible villas, listed by Sotheby's brokerages around the region, are some of the best in the Mediterranean. Whether you are planning a vacation or looking for inspiration, these retreats will definitely get your travel bug running!

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There is nothing quite like falling asleep or waking up to the sound of gentle waves, enjoying a drink looking over a calm bay from your deck, or walking down to your own little slice of beach. These idyllic waterfront homes have all this and more!

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Summer is upon us and these amazing rentals will take your vacation to the next level. From charming Cape Cod cottages to palatial Pacific estates, luxury rentals make for an incredible trip no matter where you go. Take a look at these fantastic retreats you won't want to leave:

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Acclaimed chef Ned Bell forged his love of Pacific Coast cuisine while spending summers in the Pacific Northwest. His commitment to west coast values like fresh, locally sourced, sustainable food, especially seafood, helped propel his restaurant, Rancho Santa Fe, to prominence. Just north of San Diego, and located near numerous Sotheby's luxury listings, his restaurant is a must-try for anyone visiting the area.

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