Grupo Arca is the leading global platform in natural stones and raw materials of the highest quality. With showrooms in Mexico City, Guadalajara, Monterrey, and Wynwood in Miami, it is a favorite of Mexico-based architects and interior designers, offering them premium building materials: wood flooring from France, an array of masonry bricks, Italian-fabricated engineered stone, and exotic natural stone from around the globe.

The Miami Gallery is Arca's current headquarters for its showroom. It marks the Mexican company's first commitment toward internationalization.

The Mexican company's Miami homebase is an absolute stunner and adds a lovely touch to the Wynwood community's aesthetic and appearance. The Danish artistic group, SUPERFLEX, was commissioned to imagine the Arca Wynwood's facade. The group is comprised of three artists known for blending art, science and activism. Titled “Like A Force of Nature,” the artists use ARCA’s ceramic tiles designed by Hector Esrawe to create an installation that explores the contradiction of the two phenomena of currency and color merging with the naturally recurring Fibonacci mathematic sequence of numbers. Following a color palette inspired by the tones of Mexican banknotes, the work of art underlines the overwhelming experience of our current economic systems as natural as volcanoes or tsunamis, almost like a force of nature.

Arca recently welcomed luxury interior designer Cara Woodhouse at their Wynwood Design Center.

Cara Woodhouse

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Cara encapsulates the fundamental values of design such as form, function and symmetry. She combines luxurious comfort with unsurpassed customer service. A lover of any and all things marble, Cara frequently collaborates with Arca throughout multiple interior design projects.

Cara Woodhouse Interiors is a full-service design firm based in New York. The design service includes architecture consulting, contract management, spatial planning, material and finish selections, custom furniture, millwork and antiquing. While design is Cara's passion, it also happens to be her job. Cara strives to find the perfect balance in each space.

The Dinner held at Arca's Wynwood Arts District gallery was a fun and intimate evening to honor this successful and ongoing collaboration.

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The intimate evening in Miami began with a beautiful selection of wines as well as tequila and mezcal cocktails.

Guests enjoyed a gorgeous menu exclusively curated by the renowned Chef Masayuki Komatsu of the lauded Hiyakawa Miami Japanese restaurant. Follow Hiyakawa HERE.

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The dinner's menu included a lovely Miso Soup to kick things off. Shortly after, a stunning Omakase Chirashi was placed on the table. Next, guests enjoyed a refreshing Torched Salmon Temaki as well as a Negihama Temaki, followed by Amaimono and an optional offering of espresso (or carajillo cocktails, for the bold) to end the delicious meal.

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The evening brought together friends and acquaintances, new and old. Guests got to learn even more about the wonders of the excellent marble sourcing Grupo Arca is involved with. It was a wonderful night that will not be forgotten anytime soon.

Notable guests of Grupo Arca included Principal Designer at Bea Interiors Design; Partner at IG Workshop Interiors, Renata Vasconez; Owner of Fava design Group, Joseph Fava; Founder and Principal of Doo Architecture, Alexis Cogul Lleonart; CEO of Grupo Arca, Jose Fernandez.

Renata Vasconez, Bea Pernia, Jose Fernandez

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Joseph Fava

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Alexis Cogul Lleonart

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If you wish to discover more about Grupo Arca and their work with marble, stone and natural elements, CLICK HERE. To learn more about Cara Woodhouse and see ways to book her for an upcoming project, CLICK HERE.

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Eco-Style interior design is the perfect alternative for someone who values being in nature and environmentally friendly. Walking barefoot on a wooden floor and breathing plants and flowers on your balcony is the gist behind the eco-style interior design, which has the purpose of building an earthy environment that promotes relaxation and comfort. 

At the same time this style reinforces the use of natural components, it also praises the careful use of energy and resources, such as solar panels and a smart home system, which saves gas, electricity, and water. Eco-style supports minimalism and the idea of using natural materials that can be recycled and reused. 

A way to accomplish an eco-style home is to use lots of plants. If you live in a big country house, then planting a vegetable garden, setting up greenhouses, building a pond, and including plant vases inside your house is a good method. If you live in an apartment, the idea of an eco-home can seem challenging, however, great ways to adhere to the style is to plant a vegetable garden on the windowsill, using pots and the right lighting and temperature, or using decorative touches that match the style, such as a florarium or making a plant frame for a mirror to decorate your walls. You can also arrange a green balcony, by hanging pots of plants over your head, including lots of flowers, and enjoying your weekend morning coffee in the shade of plants at a small wooden table. 

Another important element of the eco-style is a natural color palette. To bring about an atmosphere filled with light and air, it is ideal to paint the walls white or pastel colors. The spaces should have a big amount of natural light, as well as shades of yellow, blue, green, and brown. This style also uses wood for flooring and furniture, stone, cork, terracotta, ceramics, glass, and paper as decoration attributes. 

 For an eco-style design, the environmental impact of a product should be assessed through its entire life cycle, including extraction, production, transportation, and disposal. Materials that renew quickly can be a good option, such as bamboo or cork. The materials should not only be safe for the environment but also for humans. It should have a minimum content of toxic substances and zero toxic emissions of compounds that can harm your health. 

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Minimalism in interior design is about clarity and a sense of zen, but all too often we get hung up on minimal texture and minimal color. The best spaces are the ones that take risks and in this living room, we dared to let a few knockout pieces stand for themselves. We grounded the space with natural elements while infusing a rich color palette with soft, luxurious texture.

This one-of-a-kind sofa was found in a warehouse buried under bolts of fabric and lovingly named, Giuseppe. Covered in a Ralph Lauren crushed velvet, its chesterfield style paired with mid-century modern legs is the epitome of luxe and sophistication. It softens the cold stone of the magnum fireplace yet stands strong on its own. No throw pillows necessary.

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The unique tree sculpture next to the sofa was actually a fallen tree at one point that was stripped and charred and now repurposed as natural art, adding intrigue, texture, and warmth. The way it stands formidable and opposite the fireplace is an irony that deepens the character of the space.

We wanted textural window treatments, but for this application, we chose to think outside the box. Whenever you do something unexpected in interior design you breathe life into the space, giving it a pulse as this creates a sense of safety and desire. We cut thousands of strips of carpet binding and knotted them onto a galvanized pipe that acted as our curtain rod. The result is a stellar covering that filters the light and blends with the walls so naturally, you get the feeling you’re under a weeping willow tree. Pair that with the silk rug and oversized art and you are left with a calming, luxurious space evoking a personality all its own.

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Christie’s International Real Estate Seattle presents

This beautiful one-bedroom home within the Four Seasons Private Residences Seattle is a unique opportunity for anyone looking to take advantage of all the Four Seasons amenities as well as the city’s incredible restaurants, shopping, and cultural opportunities. The condominium home has floor-to-ceiling windows with stunning city views, a fireplace, and gorgeous stone and wood finishes.

The kitchen features high-end appliances, sleek black cabinetry, and beautiful granite counters and backsplash. The master bedroom’s en suite bath provides a spa-like experience with its refined travertine tile, deep soaking tub, spacious shower with frameless glass door, and double vanity.

Located in Downtown Seattle, residents enjoy the Four Seasons hallmark service that includes 24-hour concierge, valet, security, room service, fitness center, housekeeping, and an outdoor pool and spa. Come home to your personal resort every day!

For more on this home, visit: https://www.christiesrealestate.com/seattle/sales/detail/617-l-83872-f1571076092/99-union-st-unit-1905-downtown-seattle-seattle-wa-98101

Address: 99 Union St #1905, Seattle, WA 98101

Price: $2,395,000

For more information about luxury properties throughout Washington, please contact Scott Wasner at scottwasner@christiesrealestateseattle.com or 206-910-1410.

Christie’s International Real Estate Seattle is the exclusive brokerage representing the Seattle, WA real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of their listings here.

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Olivia Hsu Decker presents

8 bedrooms, 12 baths, appx. 10,309 sq ft. main house, 1,800 sq ft guests house, pool, tennis court, spa, ridge top estate with 300 degrees panoramic views.  With over 52 expansive acres, Aztec Estate is a home of incredible scale and unrivaled opportunity, in one of the most exceptional settings in Northern California.

Towering above Silicon Valley, atop the Los Gatos hills, Aztec Estate offers breathtaking panoramic views spanning the entire San Francisco Bay Area. Secluded in a private enclave at the end of a gated drive, the residence features soaring ceiling heights, a modern, open floor plan, sweeping entertainer’s decks and sliding walls of glass that bring phenomenal views to the forefront of the living experience.

The main residence features superior quality and amenities throughout its 6 luxurious view suites, 6 full baths and 2 half baths spanning approximately 10,309 sq. ft. of extraordinary living space, linear designs, and prominent shapes of a building design.  Engineering and utilitarian elements play into the timeless design of George Foy with materials like glass, stone, and steel used liberally in construction to showcase the nature beauty of this estate.  In addition, the estate includes a 2-bedroom, 2 full bath guest house, with approximately 1,800 sq. ft. Both residences feature the finest selection of materials and finishes, exquisite interior design and exterior landscape.

Behind double glass doors, a light-infused, two-story atrium studded with trees leads to a series of intimate and grand-scale living and dining spaces. Soaring ceilings enhance the home’s incredible scale, while floor-to-ceiling window walls flood the spaces in natural light, immersing guests in the breathtaking views beyond. The gourmet chef’s kitchen, with large center island and top-of-the-line appliances, features over-sized custom glass windows.

Secluded in its own private wing, the monumental master suite is flanked by walls of glass, enveloping the space in sweeping vistas. An opulent marble bathroom boasts amazing ceiling heights and custom walk-in closets. With an office space, oversized fireplace and sitting area, sliding doors lead to a sprawling outdoor lounge overlooking the pool below and sunset horizon.

The gated estate offers privacy, steel frame construction, wine cellar, billiards room with wet bar, 2 custom offices, and state of the art technology. The estate’s resort-like grounds are as impressive as the residences. Aztec Estate offers the versatility to retreat in serenity or entertain elaborate and lavish events on the estate grounds which features an infinity pool, steam room and spa, tennis and basketball court, outdoor fire pit, manicured gardens, various terraces and seating areas, fountains, waterfall, and wrap around decks with endless views.

As seen on HGTV's Extreme Homes, Forbes magazine, and DuPont Registry, this stunning private estate with close and easy access to the heart of energetically charged Silicon Valley provides a natural buffer from the bustling lights below while sharing the neighborhood with several of Silicon Valley’s elite.

A unique combination of privacy, exclusivity, peacefulness, views, and luxury all in this one-of-a kind modern masterpiece.

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