Any current or future homeowner will find the DESIGNBUILD cincyshow a worthwhile experience. It’s the only curated showcase of design, craftsmanship, and luxury shopping. Naturally, you will be able to find us here. This year we have partnered with Voltage Furniture and together will be occupying booth #114 in Music Hall’s beautiful ballroom.
The show is a great way to meet with and talk with craftspeople, designers, and builders in a no pressure situation. It’s also a fantastic opportunity to find inspiration for your new home or next home improvement project and shop and compare a plethora of fine home products.
The Friday evening opening from 6 PM to 8 PM is a celebration of our area’s creative communities. Area restaurants will be offering samples of locally sourced dishes from the displays of some of the most creative companies in the design industry. Included with DESIGNBUILD cincy admission!
If you’re planning a remodel project, designers, fabricators, and suppliers are available to help see your vision to completion. Exhibitors include a top echelon of companies related to everything about the home. Architects, Furniture& Furnishings, Kitchens, Baths, Woodworking, Closets and more. See complete list of exhibitors.
Tickets are $10 per adult. Click here for more information about location, parking, and show hours.
As millennials continue to mature, earn higher wages, and increase their purchasing power, so does their ability to influence the status quo. From social norms to political issues, millennials have effectively advocated for changes that can be broadly felt in our lives today. The same can be said for their influence on the real estate market, which millennials have recently entered in great numbers. According to the 2018 Home Buyer and Seller Generational Trends study from the National Association of Realtors, millennials held the highest share of home buying activity out of all other generations for the fifth consecutive year. However, realtors are discovering some features that appear high on the millennial home buyer’s wish list are quite different from what they’ve come to expect from other generations. These splurge-worthy features are redefining the meaning of luxury in homes.
The experience economy. Unlike generations before them, millennials place a greater value on experiences than material good. Instead of splurging on a designer handbag or expensive watch, millennials are far more likely to treat themselves to a day at the spa or a memorable night out. Their interpretation of luxury is closely connected to enriching their lives rather than amassing material goods. This translates into the real estate market in a variety of ways.
Less space, greater functionality. Millennials tend to prefer smaller homes with fewer rooms, but want an inclusive living area large enough to share with friends and family. They are willing to sacrifice square footage for artisan craftsmanship, notable architectural design, versatile floor plans, and open concept living. They would rather have a little of something they love than a lot of something they feel is only average.
Smart homes. Digital connectedness is extremely important to tech-savvy millennials. Fast internet access, smart appliances, and homes that are networked for AV systems, security features, thermostats, and voice-controlled features are high on the millennial shopping list. While these features may seem extravagant to older generations, millennials have grown up with and relied on digital technology most, and in many cases, all of their lives.
Think green. Protecting the environment is an important cause for the millennial generation. Therefore, it comes as no surprise that they want their home to be as environmentally friendly as possible. Millennial home buyers are quite savvy when it comes to knowing what to look for. Location, walkability, sustainable building materials, energy-efficiency, and LEED certifications are a number of green features that millennials would like to have in their new home.
Engaging communities. Millennials yearn to feel connected to their community. That is why so many of them are seeking homes in urban environments where there are often greater opportunities for community involvement. It’s important for many millennials to live in a neighborhood where nearby gathering spots are plentiful. Parks, festivals, pop up shops, and local cafes and restaurants are ideal settings to experience their neighboring community in meaningful ways.
The great outdoors. Greenspace, both public and private, will be high on the millennial home buyer’s wish list. Millennials have a strong desire to extend their living area beyond the physical walls of their home. Balconies, courtyards, and rooftop decks are highly sought-after features in their home. Nearby parks and biking and hiking trails support their active lifestyles and provide even more opportunities for millennials to interact and connect with their community.
We partner with over 990 Sotheby’s real estate offices in 72 countries. Each month we showcase a home from one of these partners. Our feature home this month is located in Montreal, Canada.
Montreal is an astonishingly beautiful city surrounded by the St. Lawrence River and named after Mount Royal, a prominent landmark that stands 764 feet above the city center. Mount Royal is home to residential areas, several of the city’s founding institutions, vast cemeteries, neighborhood parks and the magnificent Olmsted-designed Mount Royal Park. With 11 universities in the Greater Montreal area, the city enjoys its reputation for higher education and academia. Montreal boasts a dizzying array of culinary delights, art and music venues, and notable architecture, making it a preeminent destination for those seeking cultural enrichment. A favorite pastime of Montrealers and visitors alike is exploring the city’s unique neighborhoods, especially on foot or bicycle. Each neighborhood has its own distinct personality, intriguing characteristics, and different offerings. Montreal is an extremely livable city, consistently earning high marks on qualities used to measure quality of living. Residents here truly embody the spirit of the French expression savoir-vivre meaning, quite simply, they know how to enjoy life.
Montreal’s thriving downtown is a busy hub of shoppers, office workers, and students from McGill and Concordia universities. While downtown Montreal remains the commercial and business core of the city, it is also home to the Museum Quarter, the entertainment district, sports venues, and renowned shopping and dining. RÉSO, commonly referred to as “the underground”, is a sophisticated underground pedestrian network with over 120 access points downtown. It’s the perfect way to explore the city center during inclement weather.
Located in the heart of downtown is this beautiful 2 bedroom, 2 bath residence with stunning panoramic city views is situated on the first level of Le Crystal PH. Floor to ceiling windows flood this well-designed space with natural light. The two spacious bedrooms are separated by the living area, offering more privacy for you and guests. Incredible amenities and exceptional location delivery a truly luxurious urban experience.
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Study of a Male Nude, Separate Study of his Head, 1537-1538, Michelangelo
The Cleveland Museum of Art presents Michelangelo: Mind of the Master which brings to the United States for the first time, a group of drawings by Michelangelo. These are courtesy of the remarkable collection of the Teylers Museum (Haarlem, The Netherlands), which was formed in the 18th century. This, in part from the collection of Queen Christina of Sweden (1626–1689). Additional drawings from the collections of the Cleveland Museum of Art and the J. Paul Getty Museum round out the display. Explore Michelangelo’s methods and major projects, as well as the fascinating history of the ownership after his death. September 22, 2019 to January 5, 2020.
Now through October 27, CAC will be showing A Cabinet of Anticipation: Saya Woolfalk. Born in Gifu City, Japan to a mixed race family marrying Asian and African American heritage, Saya Woolfalk lives, works, and performs the provocative concept of cultural hybridity. Her trans-national background informs colorful, multi-disciplinary work which explores the future of racial and cultural cross-pollination. Marrying totemic iconography with technicolor surrealism, science fiction and fantasy, Woolfalk imagines a fictional race of women able to alter their genetic make-up and merge with the natural world.
Get Into The Groove is the 80’s theme for Art After Dark at the Cincinnati Art Museum on Friday, September 27 from 5 -9 pm. Bust out your spandex, leg warmers and acid wash jeans! popular silent disco is back, and this time, we’re kicking it 80’s style. Enjoy food for purchase from Fusian and Busken Bakery, specialty cocktails and docent-led tours. Free admission.
CONCERTS
September 20-21: Richard Strauss’ Alpine Symphony leads us to the summit of experience and music from Cincinnati native Bryce Dessner will take you home. At the Summit: Strauss + Dessner at Music Hall presented by CSO.
September 21: Crash Test Dummies reunite for North American tour to celebrate the 25th anniversary of seminal album God Shuffled His Feet at Memorial Hall.
September 25: Grammy award-winning artist Patty Griffin, one of the most consequential singer-songwriters of her generation, will be performing with Scott Miller at 20th Century Theatre.
September 27: Taft Theatre presents Tommy Emmanuel, an Australian-American guitarist who is highly respected for his unique fingerstyle technique and energetic performances.
September 28 – 29: Join the celebration of Beethoven’s 250th birthday with the CSO and violin phenomenon Anne-Sophie Mutter as they play the composer’s beloved Violin Concerto at Music Hall.
October 2: Memorial Hall presents Lee Ann Womack who will perform songs from her new album The Lonely, The Lonesome & The Gone – a breathtaking unique hybrid of country, soul, gospel, and blues.
October 4-6: Marvel at the music in this incredible journey of America’s Wonders in 3D presented by Cincinnati Pops Orchestra at Music Hall.
October 15: Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Macy Gray brings her soulful R&B sound and funky spirit to Ludlow Garage.
October 18: The Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra and Vocal Arts Ensemble join forces to present three choral works by Vivaldi and Fauré that will showcase the acoustical splendor of the Christ Church Cathedral.
THEATER
September 13 – 29: Mariemont Players presents Is He Dead? a comedy adapted by David Ives.
September 19 – 22: Xavier University presents The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time at Gallagher Student Center Theatre.
September 26 – October 13: Incline Theater presents Rock of Ages, a five Tony Award-nominated musical homage to the 80’s.
October 11 – November 2: This Halloween season, murder, mayhem, and mutilation abound, as Cincinnati Shakespeare presents Titus Andronicus.
Oct 12 – 13 & 18-20: The Children’s Theatre presents the world-premier musical adaptation Casper, the Friendly Musical at Taft Theatre.
Like many US cities that experienced rapid growth during the late 1800s through the early part of the 20th century, Cincinnati is rich in historic homes
While the popularity of these older homes had waxed and waned over the years, recently there has been a growing interest among buyers who appreciate the lifestyle of living in a historic home.
What attracts people to historic homes? If you asked several residents of historic homes, you will likely get several different answers: quality craftsmanship, intriguing spaces, artisan details, unique history, and alluring beauty, to name a few. There are also vast differences in the sorts of details, spaces, and craftsmanship found in various architectural styles. For example, ornately carved wood is a hallmark of Victorian homes, but rarely seen in Mid-century modern. Columned front entries are characteristic of homes built in the Federal and Georgian style, but uncommon on Tudor-style homes. However, there is an underlying theme among those who have a passion for historic home living. What they all possess is a strong desire to live in spaces that are inspiring.
What makes a home historic? The answer can be complicated as there are varied interpretations of what makes a house a historic home and there are different governing bodies that have the authority to declare a home historic. Generally the rules set by the National Register of Historic Places are considered to be the gold standard: the house must be associated with a significant historical event, the house is associated with the life or lives of historical figures, the house holds important information about a certain time period, or the house is a fine example of a historical significant architectural movement or style.
There are other factors to be considered. Many cities and towns have neighborhoods or districts that have been deemed historic. In those cases, homes located within that district can be accurately described as historic. To make matters even more confusing, it is quite common to hear “old house” enthusiasts refer to a home as “historic” even when the house has no official designation. While this unofficial classification is more loosely defined, typically it refers to a home of at least 50 years old that still bears most of its original characteristics and features.
Where can historic homes be found in our area? From the outer most suburbs to the heart of the city, you can find homes that meet any or all of the criteria described above. There’s a wide variety of architectural styles reflected in our area’s homes and dozens of neighborhoods where you can find them. Urbanites will want to look in Prospect Hill, Walnut Hills, and East Walnut Hills on the Ohio side of the river; Ludlow, Covington, Newport, Bellevue, and Dayton on the Kentucky side. A little farther out, but still considered “in town” are the communities of Hyde Park, Mt. Lookout, Columbia-Tusculum, Linwood, Norwood, Northside, Clifton, North Avondale, and Paddock Hills. For those who long for a small-town feel, be sure to look in Glendale, Wyoming, Lebanon, Milford, Westwood, and Sayler Park; and Ft. Thomas in Kentucky.
Buying or selling older homes can often require additional knowledge and considerations. Given the large inventory of historic homes in our area, our agents have been successful in helping many clients who have sold and purchased historic homes. They are happy to help you as well.
The Taft Museum of Art in Cincinnati will be exhibiting L’Affichomania: The Passion for French Posters through September 14. Meant to stop people in their tracks with bold colors and seductive imagery, French advertising posters of the turn of the 20th century ultimately became highly collectible works of art. Explore the work of five innovative artists: Jules Chéret, Eugène Grasset, Théophile-Alexandre Steinlen, Alphonse Mucha, and Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec.
Maripose, 1960, by Alexander Calder
Now through May 3, 2020, Elemental Calder will be showing at the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. Alexander Calder (American, 1898–1976) revolutionized sculpture by inviting unseen forces of the natural world to participate in his art. The works in this exhibition manifest the ways the elements—including the movement of the sea and the blowing of the wind—provided both subject matter and inspiration for many of Calder’s mobiles. As Jean-Paul Sartre once noted of his works, “One of Calder’s objects is like the sea and equally spellbinding: always beginning over again, always new.”
All Good Things Must End is the bittersweet theme for Art After Dark at Cincinnati Art Museum on Friday, August 30 from 5 – 10 pm. Celebrate the end of summer and special exhibition No Spectators: The Art of Burning Man during this month’s Art After Dark. Enjoy live music from Triiiibe, food for purchase from Revolution Rotisserie, salads and desserts from Dewey’s Pizza and Graeter’s Ice Cream, docent-led tours and free admission to special exhibitions No Spectators: The Art of Burning Man and Kimono: Refashioning Contemporary Style.
CONCERTS
August 30: Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Macy Gray brings her soulful R&B sound and funky spirit to Ludlow Garage.
September 6: Amos Lee, often compared to Norah Jones and John Prine, performs songs from his new album, My New Moon, at Taft Theatre.
September 8: Pat Metheny, acclaimed jazz guitarist and winner of 20 Grammy awards in 10 different categories, performs with Side Eye at Memorial Hall.
September 9: Glen Hansard, founder of the Irish indie-rock band The Frames and star of the award-winning film Once, at Taft Theatre.
September 12: Revered for their unique blend of New Orleans brass band, funk, jazz, soul, and hip hop, Rebirth Brass Band plays Memorial Hall.
September 13: Taft Theatre presents a special evening with Gladys Knight, the “Empress of Soul” and R&B and gospel legend.
September 15: Four-time Grammy Award winning post-modern blues musician and American treasure, Keb’ Mo’ performs an intimate, acoustic show at Memorial Hall.
September 19: Known for their unique vocal harmonies, the influential folk-rock music duo, Indigo Girls (Amy Ray and Emily Saliers) perform at Taft Theatre.
September 20: The Mavericks bring their legendary sound – influenced by Tex-Mex, neo-traditional country music, Latin, and rockabilly – to Taft Theatre.
September 22: Internationally renowned trumpet soloist and Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra member, Ashley Hall gives a special matinee performance at Memorial Hall.
THEATER
August 31 – September 28: Ensemble Theater presents Fun Home,a regional premiere musical and winner of 5 Tony Awards .
September 6 – 28: Cincinnati Shakespeare presents the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winning family drama, August: Osage County.
September 7 – 23: The dramatic comedy The Cemetery Club explores the joys and struggles of three widows performed by Mariemont Players.
September 7 – October 6: Hearts soar in the Tony-Award winning, Calypso-flavored musical production of Once on this Island at Playhouse in the Park.
September 12 – 22: Cincinnati Ballet presents The Kaplan New Works Series, kicking off the much-anticipated 2019-2020 season.
September 13 – October 5: Know Theatre presents the compelling drama, The Absentee. In space you can’t outrun grief. Or love. Or duty.
We partner with over 990 Sotheby’s real estate offices in 72 countries. Each month we showcase a home from one of these partners. Our feature home this month is located in Ibiza, Spain.
Ibiza is one of the sun-drenched Balearic Islands located in the Mediterranean Sea, east of Valencia, Spain. Famous for its vibrant night life, 100 miles of coastline, and sublime Mediterranean climate, Ibiza has attracted visitors from around the world for decades. Two national parks provide excellent opportunities to enjoy Ibiza’s natural beauty without distraction. Explore the labyrinth of quiet, cobbled streets that wind through historic Dalt Vila. Also known as the Old Town, Dalt Vita is a UNESCO World Heritage site that is home to several cultural attractions, including an Arabian fortress.
In stunning contrast to Ibiza’s medieval architecture is the uniquely vibrant, avant-garde Las Boas. This iconic building and Ibizan landmark was designed by world-renowned architect, Jean Nouvel. Featuring one of the largest swimming pools on the island, direct waterfront access, and a short stroll to the city center, Las Boas is prized for its enviable location.
The property itself, with two bedrooms and two bathrooms, is the perfect pied-à-terre. It features an open-plan living area with a stylish galley kitchen and dining area, and leads out onto the spacious terrace overlooking the pool. The master bedroom is spacious and light-filled, and has an en-suite bathroom, while the second bedroom offers equally comfortable accommodation. The development at Las Boas has a huge free-form swimming pool, a gym with sauna, children’s play area, underground parking and storage facilities.
For additional information, click here. You may also contact us at 513.321.6000. We will be glad to guide you.
