So, why not take that best self and turn that ultimate self into an even fuller expression of itself? From the outside, in. You can, but it depends on where you live.

Aria On The Bay

Aria On The Bay

This state-of-the-art yoga studio has a view of South Beach and is situated in one of Miami's hottest luxury residential towers, Aria On The Bay. You'll surely improve your yoga practice from this high-end angle. Not to mention the residences at Aria On The Bay are, indeed, sanctuaries that will keep you centered in the heart of hearts of Miami, Florida.

Turnberry Ocean Club

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And as if Miami could not get any more sizzling, there's a new oceanfront development underway that will take yoga to even greater heights. The entire 31st floor at the Turnberry Ocean Club has been dedicated to health and wellness and will include a state-of-the-art private studio for yoga and pilates with panoramic views of the bay, ocean and Miami skyline. In this soon-to-be legendary tower residence, namaste will surely be transformed into yeah-must-stay.

Runway Apartments

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For those yogi glams who prefer no views and want to solely focus upon improving their postures in the mirror, while not forfeiting luxury in any way, this apartment complex in Playa Vista, California is for you. When it comes to exceptional living, convenience combined with luxuriousness makes all the difference. The Runway Apartments offers a host of hyper-amenities with an ease of upscale style all it's own, including this on-site yoga room. Living here, you'll experience Vogue Runway living, with a flair for the no drama.

Upscale Residential Yoga Studios

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Does this home with a mountain and ocean view, shared gym and intimate yoga space appeal to you? Imagine the sunrises that would accompany your daily yoga practice.

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Or, perhaps, you prefer a residential tower with a breathtaking city view. And modern yoga studio/room sheathed in glass.

The noiseless sky-view of the city from this yoga room - morning or night - is as zen as it gets in any city. The glass partitions allow you to feel part of the collective and yet separate enough to experience the silence of a private yoga practice.

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Or would you prefer to practice postures in an open-air yoga room? You can just about feel the soft breeze from the Indian Ocean caress the airy, expansive space of the yoga studio that is leisurely sprawled out in this Australian home.

You no longer have to seek becoming zen if you live in any one of these high-end condominiums. You'll feel so zen, life will easily unfold beyond any of your most extravagant dreams. Whatever your choice, you cannot go wrong.

The renowned poet, Rumi, said: what you seek is seeking you. So, find your best self and live it in a high-end home of your choosing. If you do this, the domestic bliss that you are seeking will find you, and you'll need not seek any further. Ever again.

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The illustrious Bond seduced glamorous women, eviscerated evil and at the end of a covert mission was able to toast himself for a job well done with his celebrated martini: shaken, not stirred. But this time around, Bond is the one seduced, beguiled by those super-high-end haute homes described below that remain unsurpassed in world-class style. Why should 007 be the only one to experience famed, fun-filled, fantasy living? As it turns out, he's not.

A view to kill: mind-blowing panaromic city skyline

Palm Jumeirah One Palm, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Courtesy of LuxuryProperty.com.

This penthouse in Dubai has killer views and exudes a cool, high-end panache right out of a James Bond movie.

This real estate extravaganza is situated in Palm Jumeirah, branded The Eighth Wonder Of The World. This not-so-humble abode, designed for a life lived in uncompromising abundance, boasts 21,294 square feet and includes five bedrooms. It is one residence in a limited collection of 90 ultra-exclusive homes, collectively known as One Palm.

Palm Jumeirah One Palm, Dubai,  United Arab Emirates. Courtesy of LuxuryProperty.com.

This modern and sleek penthouse in One Palm struts panoramic views of aquamarine ocean waters and the Dubai skyline. The contemporary space includes iconic architecture, sprawling design layouts and the most sought-after interior features: landscaped terraces with jacuzzi and infinity pool. World-class amenities include: lush gardens, gym, spa, VIP lounge, private jetty and a cinema.

Palm Jumeirah One Palm, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Courtesy of LuxuryProperty.com.

There is also an unobstructed view of the city from inside the walk-in closet! Bond-style living at its very best.

Palm Jumeirah One Palm, Dubai,  United Arab Emirates. Courtesy of LuxuryProperty.com.

From Singapore with love: sky-high luxurious living 

37 Scotts Road, Singapore, Cities In Singapore. Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty.

This spy-worthy home is 30 stories high and spans approximately 3,500 square feet. Includes wall-to-ceiling glass with unobstructed sweeping city views and two en-suite sky garages that connect to the living room via a glass wall. Park that Aston Martin DB5 in the sky garage and Bond himself would surely concede that the swanky car itself serves as a jaw-dropping furnishing.

37 Scotts Road, Singapore, Cities In Singapore. Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty.

Every single detail has been thoughtfully designed in this contemporary abode: a dedicated concierge team is available to assist with daily needs; premium finishes and flooring have been selected, and warm mood lighting evokes an inviting ambience in every room. Clearly, this penthouse is a one-of-a-kind modern urban residence: sexy, moody, dramatic and open with an avant-garde edge. Just what you’d expect from a home fit for 007. 

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Live and let live: Aspen-style elegance to die for

219 E Durant Avenue, PH-20, Aspen, Colorado. Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty.

This mega-lodge is located within the ski sanctuary of Aspen, Colorado. It boasts four bedrooms, all on one level, with private elevator access and two-car garage parking. The finishes and furnishings are over the top with incredible attention to detail and a focus on matching the essence of the iconic Aspen lifestyle with the feeling of a classic contemporary lifestyle.

219 E Durant Avenue, PH-20, Aspen, Colorado. Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty.

The wrap-around deck is over 3,400 square feet and boasts stunning views in all directions. The unique design showcases custom fire pit features, a gourmet outdoor kitchen and lavish entertainment areas. This luxury lodge is synonymous with Bond's modus operandi: clean lines, neutral colors and contemporary high-end specifications.

219 E Durant Avenue, PH-20, Aspen, Colorado. Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty.

Amenities include a spa, kids game room, movie theater, wine/dining room, fitness center, business center, roof deck with daily breakfast service and top notch service staff.

At sunset, a serenade of Louis Armstrong’s “We Have All The Time In The World” may be cued up while invited guests stomp snow off their boots and begin warming themselves up with some cognac.

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You only live twice: walking on the waters of the Arabian Gulf

The Floating Seahorse in Dubai. Courtesy of LuxuryProperty.com.

Revel in experiencing the liquid blue majesty of the Arabian Gulf from the comforts of your floating home; an abode with rooms submerged in water and where time doesn’t move by the hour, but by the mood, in 007's adventure-time.

This enchanting home is one of a group of luxury villas, collectively dubbed The Floating Seahorse, located on Saint Petersburg Island, one of the six islands constituting “The Heart of Europe” in the Arabian Gulf. This modern marvel offers three levels of living just over 3,000 square feet.

The first or lower level is underwater and includes floor-to-ceiling walls that form the master bedroom and ensuite bathroom with freestanding tub and heated mirrors. This level allows for the wondrous view of underwater coral reef and marine life.

The Floating Seahorse in Dubai. Courtesy of LuxuryProperty.com.

The second living area is at sea level and includes a living room, dining room, kitchen, bathroom and a solarium that opens onto a terrace.

The third level includes an upper deck with a dramatic open floor plan for a relaxation area, outdoor kitchen and minibar, glass-bottomed jacuzzi and more spectacular views of the Arabian Gulf. The glass-bottomed jacuzzi also serves as a skylight on the living room ceiling below.

The Floating Seahorse in Dubai. Courtesy of LuxuryProperty.com.

Meticulously planned for effortless luxury modern day living, this skillfully designed floating property uses light, space and the ocean itself to offer total privacy, tranquillity and serenity. It is here that fairytale fantasy living meets Bond-style modernity never before experienced. Could it get any better? Yes, it could and it does; with room service, butler services and a private chef, any of whom may be shaking up an endless supply of dry martinis.

Whatever your desire, the aforementioned steaming haute dwellings were made for you to leisurely lounge in, with a cocktail in hand, and to bask away under the blazing sun or starry night sky. As Bond himself said: “It's all right. It's quite all right. You've got all the time in the world."

Top Image: Palm Jumeirah One Palm, Dubai, 00000 United Arab Emirates. Courtesy of LuxuryProperty.com.

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