If you are the son of a wealthy Saudi business man you can easily afford to have luxurious hobbies and interests. If you have a passion for sports cars you must have a father who can finance it. Dhia Al It is the lucky one who can afford expensive interests thanks to his father who is a prominent businessman from Saudi Arabia. Dhia has a passion for sports and luxury cars and at a young age of 21 boasts of 30 such jewels in his garage. The latest... 

A property located on the corner of tree lined Astor Street and Banks Street, one of Chicago’s most expensive neighborhoods, is finding it difficult to find a buyer. The banks were the most affected by the crash in the property prices and a Banker is feeling the effect personally. This property is owned by Jamie Dimon Chairman and CEO of J P Morgan Chase & Company. He had listed the property for the first time in April 2007 for $ 13.7... 

Lord Norman Foster is the famous British architect who is known for his modern and innovative designs with a stress on functionality. His latest work is the beautiful new factory or should we say “production centre” for McLaren. The new centre is already witness to some hectic activity as the legendary racing marquee is busy assembling their killer new MP4-12C super car. It is a fitting tribute to the new facility, a new racing machine that... 

There are people who love their boots for style. They might even wear them in blistering heat and refuse to give it up even when they have lost their shape and sheen. For such boot lovers there is good news from Australia. New EMU is here and apart from its stylish looks and finish its greatest quality is that they are water resistant. The kind of tests…  Read More →

Mikael BOURGEOIS has been doing exceptional work in the field of luxury watches for the last decade or so. Though initially they were involved mostly in freelance activities. But even in that phase of their growth they were associated with some of the best Swiss watch brands. It was in 2008 that they took the first step towards establishing an independent identity of their own and launched the MB Watches . In a short span of two years they have... 

Giorgio Armani’s name is synonymous with style and elegance. The man has been designing some of the loveliest pieces of clothing that have been worn by some of the loveliest ladies and most handsome gentlemen all over the world for decades. Considering what a creative genius he is, it is not surprising to see his creativity flow into other areas as well. This time around, he has given his magic touch to the Armani Hotel in Dubai. This hotel... 

In this world that is still to come out of the side effects of recession, even stars like Kylie Minogue are finding it tough to keep up the prices of their real estate. The pop star recently had to slash the price of her London penthouse from £4.5 million to £4 million. Apart from the fact that it is owned by…  Read More →

Actor Morgan Freeman was nominated for an Oscar for his portrayal of Nelson Mandela in the movie” Invictus”. The custom made “46664” bangle worn by the actor during the Academy Awards was highlighted by the media. During the World Cup this year in South Africa the bangle in question was sold for one million South African Rand which is equivalent to $137,000. The 46664 bangles are made to support the 46664 campaign which continues Mandela’s... 

The Ithaa restaurant at the Maldives Rangali Island resort is one special place. If you don’t know about it already then let me tell you why it is special. The restaurant is underwater. Yes, it is a dome-shaped ‘reverse aquarium’, which means that the diners can sit comfortably in this dome while watching the sea creatures outside. The pictures will set you gaping at how beautiful and special this place is. To add to this, the food is... 

The famous fashion designer Diane von Furstenberg had planned to enter into the world of interior design. The designer signed the first project with another ultra luxe name, the Claridge’s. Now the designs have been transformed into uber cool reality of high fashion and have been unveiled by the famous Art Deco hotel in London’s Mayfair. She says, “Claridge’s is the most glamorous hotel in the world. Hotels like this don’t... 

If you appreciate the Bond No. 9 New York and love their style and offerings there is good news for you. The Bond is back. This time they have created a classy 42 oz amphora vitrine bottle studded in crystallized Swarovski elements. The Chinatown Dramming Unit bottle seems to be covered entirely in Swarovski and has been finished with an elliptical mirror on top and a honeycomb base. It is a perfect come back vehicle for the Bond No. 9. The... 

iPhones have somehow inspired a whole series of iPhone cases. Newer designs and styles keep coming to the market rather regularly. Even the high end designers have got into the act as the iPhone case has become another accessory. The new designs we are talking about here are by Alexander Amosu and they are definitely a welcome addition to the pack. The exotic designs have been executed in crocodile and python skins. The design of the cases are... 

One of the most famous and high end resorts in New Zealand, the Wharekauhau Lodge has reportedly been acquired by an American billionaire for $24 million The new owner of the resort, William P Foley II along with his business partner brought the resort after getting it cleared by The Overseas Investment Office. Mr. Foley is well renowned as one…  Read More →

Rost Niderehe Architects have created a new generation real hose boat in the architectural style of villas with many windows and terraces over looking the Eilbek Kanal where it is based. The idea was to create a house boat with the characteristics of a boat and the comforts of a traditional home. And the architects have done a wonderful job of keeping the formal architectural language simple, clear and sober. The spaces for public use are located... 

Elite properties, jewelry or art works have been sold the auctioneer’s hammer fall but if I told you a lavatory was also sold through the same process, you’d probably think I am nuthead. Well, anything that has big bucks attached to it or is rare makes way for competition among privileged buyers. The Late John Lennon, one of the founding members of the English music band The Beatles, owned a porcelain lavatory removed from his property Berkshire,...