<![CDATA[NBC Connecticut - Open House]]> Copyright 2013 http://www.nbcconnecticut.com/blogs/open-house en-us Tue, 18 Jun 2013 22:21:45 -0400 Tue, 18 Jun 2013 22:21:45 -0400 NBC Owned Television Stations <![CDATA[Buy Jodi Foster's Sunset Strip Home For $6.399M]]> Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:35:29 -0400 Wall Street Journal. Click through the gallery to see photos of the home.]]> http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/jodi_foster_sub_p11.jpg Wall Street Journal. Click through the gallery to see photos of the home.]]>
The 6,000-square-foot Spanish villa has a large courtyard and attached guest suite, reports the Wall Street Journal.

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<![CDATA[$2.2M Home Was Once a School Gymnasium]]> Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:35:29 -0400 Curbed.]]> http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/211*120/schoolgymnasiumWA1.jpg Curbed.]]>
This Seattle loft conversion is beautifully designed, and offers two garden patios, reports Curbed.

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<![CDATA[For $90M, You Could Live on Walt Disney's Estate]]> Tue, 18 Jun 2013 09:33:21 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/211*120/disney90mansion.jpg
A 35,000-square-foot home stands on the property bought by Walt and Lillian Disney in 1949, reports Forbes.

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<![CDATA[Square Feet: Contemporary Living with Beach Views]]> Mon, 17 Jun 2013 11:27:21 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/OHNAT5207ASQFT32012PtPlaceWEB.jpg
Living on the beach takes on a whole new meaning in this contemporary abode next to the Pacific ocean. For more information on 32013 Laguna Point Pl., please contact Donna Pfanner of Coldwell...]]>
<![CDATA[Square Feet: Inside the Penthouse at Ariel Towers]]> Mon, 17 Jun 2013 11:22:30 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/OHNAT5199CSQFTTheArielWEB.jpg
We're on the Upper West Side at the Ariel Towers. These expansive glass towers frame the intricate details of Central Park and the Hudson River all from a spacing and open living]]>
<![CDATA[Square Feet: Inside a Stunning Duplex Penthouse Built from Raw Space]]> Mon, 17 Jun 2013 11:19:59 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/214*120/OHNY1213ASQFT497GreenwichStweb.jpg
Go inside a duplex penthouse built from raw space in Soho. This spectacular backdrop provided the canvas for interior architect Sally Rigg to build this exquisite home. For more information on...]]>
<![CDATA[Tour a $60M Waterfront Oasis]]> Tue, 18 Jun 2013 20:42:36 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/OHNAT5133DMiamiTheJillsweb_722x406_2147784595.jpg
Miami's hottest real estate duo, The Jills, take us through this impressive 10-bed, 10-bath waterfront oasis, which was recently listed for $52 million. The home is now under contract.]]>
<![CDATA[Square Feet: Inside the Goodyear House]]> Mon, 17 Jun 2013 11:17:07 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/OHNY1196B21SettlersTrailDarienContemporary_Web.jpg
Check out the Goodyear House, a mid-century modern home in Darien, CT, designed by Harvard Five architect John Johansen. For more information on this property please contact Nancy Rawls Dauk of Halstea...]]>
<![CDATA[Square Feet: Experience Utmost Privacy in This Glass House]]> Tue, 18 Jun 2013 08:39:14 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/privatehome.jpg
Talk about living in a glass house. This beautiful home in Malibu features a two-story glass wall. Privacy is not an issue. It's nestled on the hillside with inspiring mountain and canyon]]>
<![CDATA[This Week on Open House NYC]]> Fri, 14 Jun 2013 16:15:08 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/214*120/OHNY1220WebPromo.jpg
Catch Open House Sunday 8:30AM on NBC 4 New York. Check your local listings.]]>
<![CDATA[See One of "The Most Bonkers Listings On Earth"]]> Mon, 17 Jun 2013 12:55:29 -0400 Curbed, is on the market for $5.25 million.]]> http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/212*120/bonkersLV1.jpg Curbed, is on the market for $5.25 million.]]>
This Las Vegas castle, declared "the most bonkers listing on earth" by Curbed, is on the market for $5.25 million.

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<![CDATA[Supermodel Adriana Lima Lists Trophy Home for $5.5M]]> Fri, 14 Jun 2013 13:24:07 -0400 Zillow.]]> http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/adrianna-lima-victorias-secret.jpg Zillow.]]>
The two-bedroom, 2.5 bath pad offers 2,200-square-feet of living space and spectacular views of Central Park and New York City, reports Zillow.

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<![CDATA[New York Trend: Living Together After Breaking Up]]> Thu, 13 Jun 2013 15:15:05 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/211*120/nycoupleroommates.jpg
The Times reports on couples who break up after deciding to live together, and the choices they must make to continue to pay for their rent.

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<![CDATA[The Colorful Home of Penn From Penn & Teller]]> Fri, 14 Jun 2013 11:55:31 -0400 Realtor.com. The home has been called "the house of a 12-year-old with a lot of money."]]> http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/212*120/pennwigwam1.jpg Realtor.com. The home has been called "the house of a 12-year-old with a lot of money."]]>
One half of the magician duo is asking $2.1 million dollar for his Las Vegas compound, reports Realtor.com.

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<![CDATA[Beautiful Ivy-Covered Home for $9.95M]]> Thu, 13 Jun 2013 12:20:38 -0400 Wall Street Journal.]]> http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/211*120/greenivychicago1.jpg Wall Street Journal.]]>
The late-1800s home offers gorgeous greenery and tour-worthy gardens, reports the Wall Street Journal.

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<![CDATA[Judge Judy's Pad Sells for $8.5M]]> Thu, 13 Jun 2013 12:40:42 -0400 Observer. ]]> http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/judge+judy-722.JPG Observer. ]]>
Judge Judy Sheindlin unloaded her apartment at The Sherry Netherland for $500,000 less than the asking price, reports the Observer.

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<![CDATA[Kat Von D Lists Gothic Spanish-Style Home]]> Tue, 11 Jun 2013 12:00:51 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/160*120/KatVonD1.jpg
The tattoo artist has listed her Beverly Hills home for $2.5 million, reports the L.A. Times. Katherine von Drachenberg will likely be house hunting with her fiance DJ Deadmau5.

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<![CDATA[Former Cowboy Mike Jenkins Asks $550K for Posh Dallas Pad]]> Tue, 11 Jun 2013 10:51:07 -0400 Realtor.com. Click through the gallery to see photos of the home. ]]> http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/mike-jenkins6.15.12.jpg Realtor.com. Click through the gallery to see photos of the home. ]]>
The NFL star will be moving to the Raiders, and thus has placed his condo on the market, reports Realtor.com.]]>
<![CDATA[Inside Jill Zarin's Southampton Home]]> Fri, 14 Jun 2013 11:21:20 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/OHNAT5209ADLJillZarenWEB.jpg
Reality-star turned designer Jill Zarin recently moved into her new Southampton home and invited Sara Gore in for a tour. This episode of Open House was hosted from 449 Old Montauk Hwy, New York,]]>
<![CDATA[Square Feet: Everything You Ever Wanted in This Southampton Abode]]> Mon, 17 Jun 2013 11:30:25 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/214*120/OHNY1219B65FirstNeckLnSouthhamptonweb.jpg
The Hamptons is all about luxury, elegance and style. And once you see this home, you'll understand why. For more information on 65 First Neck Lane, please contact Gary Depersia of Corcoran...]]>
<![CDATA[Sleek Summer Design]]> Fri, 14 Jun 2013 11:20:08 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/214*120/OHNY1219CDLAmanandMeeksweb.jpg
Design duo Aman and Meeks latest project was an elegant yet sleek transformation in Southampton. It was also the former family estate of fashion icon Vera Wang.]]>
<![CDATA[Square Feet: A Jeffrey Colle-Designed Hamptons Home]]> Fri, 14 Jun 2013 16:36:18 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/214*120/OHNY1219DSQFTwithJefferyColleweb.jpg
Located in one of the most sought-after parts of the Hamptons, Wainscott Main Street, this stunning 6800-square-foot home was built by one of Hamptons' best builders Jeffrey]]>
<![CDATA[Tips of the Trade: Chic and Simple Design with Erica Broberg]]> Thu, 13 Jun 2013 12:57:09 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/OHNAT5209ETOTTEricBrobergWEB.jpg
Architect Erica Broberg takes us through a classic Hamptons home. The design is chic, yet simple. She shows us how a little splash of color can go a long way. This episode of Open House was...]]>
<![CDATA[Washington Redskin QB Robert Griffin Puts Down $2.5M for Lavish Home]]> Fri, 07 Jun 2013 14:51:06 -0400 Washington Business Journal. Click through to see photos of the home. ]]> http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/RG3-Dominates.jpg Washington Business Journal. Click through to see photos of the home. ]]>
The football star recently bought a 9,000-square-foot home in a 900-acre Creighton Farms development, a high-end residential community featuring a Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course, reports...

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<![CDATA[$7M Snaps Up Home of Snapple Prez]]> Mon, 10 Jun 2013 12:15:32 -0400 New York Times. Belsito and his wife bought the four-story home for $2.475 million in 2002. The home was built in 1889 and sits on an 1,812-square-foot lot.]]> http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/211*120/snapplepreznyc1.jpg New York Times. Belsito and his wife bought the four-story home for $2.475 million in 2002. The home was built in 1889 and sits on an 1,812-square-foot lot.]]>
Though the Snapple headquarters is located in White Plains, Belsito prefers to reside in New York City, despite the reverse commute, reports the New York Times. Belsito and his wife bought...

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<![CDATA[This Week on Open House: We're In the Hamptons]]> Fri, 07 Jun 2013 13:10:39 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/OHNAT5209PromoStill.jpg
Catch Open House Sundays on NBC. Check your local listings.]]>
<![CDATA[A Day In The Life of "Million Dollar Listing New York's" Ryan Serhant]]> Thu, 06 Jun 2013 17:09:05 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/210*120/milliondollarlistingtrio.jpg
The Observer tagged along for a busy, energy drink and protein-bar fueled day with the successful reality TV star and real estate agent.

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<![CDATA[Beachfront Buy for $57.5M]]> Fri, 07 Jun 2013 11:55:09 -0400 Curbed. The home was built in 1989 for Burton Borman, the former head of insurance company PennCorp Financial, and later Todd Shipyards, who died last year.]]> http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/212*120/frankgehrybb1.jpg Curbed. The home was built in 1989 for Burton Borman, the former head of insurance company PennCorp Financial, and later Todd Shipyards, who died last year.]]>
The Gehry-designed Borman residence will "top all record prices on Broad Beach" if it sells, reports Curbed.

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<![CDATA[Nick Offerman and Megan Mullally Sell Bird Street Home]]> Thu, 06 Jun 2013 15:30:10 -0400 L.A. Times.]]> http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/211*120/nickmeganbirdstreet1.jpg L.A. Times.]]>
The comedian duo have unloaded their contemporary, 3,803-square-foot home for $9.97 million, reports the L.A. Times.

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<![CDATA[Madonna Chops Price to Sell $20M NYC Co-Op]]> Thu, 06 Jun 2013 11:35:10 -0400 Wall Street Journal. The home, in Harperley Hall, a 1911 Arts and Crafts-style building, offers windows with gracious views of Central Park.]]> http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/Madonna+Billboard+Awards.jpg Wall Street Journal. The home, in Harperley Hall, a 1911 Arts and Crafts-style building, offers windows with gracious views of Central Park.]]>
The pop star's home was sold for "considerably less" than the most recent asking price of $19.995 million, reports the Wall Street Journal. The home, in Harperley Hall, a 1911 Arts...

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<![CDATA[Buy Bruce's Home for $22M]]> Fri, 07 Jun 2013 13:05:10 -0400 L.A. Times. Willis bought the home in 2004 for $9 million. Click through to see more photos. ]]> http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/bruce-willis.jpg L.A. Times. Willis bought the home in 2004 for $9 million. Click through to see more photos. ]]>
The star put his 10,379-square-foot Spanish-style home on the market, reports the L.A. Times.

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<![CDATA[Must Agents Reveal Shady Home Histories To Would-Be Buyers?]]> Tue, 04 Jun 2013 16:18:08 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/211*120/nightmareonelmstreetmurder.jpg
In most states, agents are not required to mention if a crime has occurred unless it has material effect on the condition of the property, reports the Detroit Free Press.

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<![CDATA[Peter Madoff's Crooked Home Can't Sell]]> Tue, 04 Jun 2013 12:41:32 -0400 New York Times.]]> http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/peter+madoff.jpg New York Times.]]>
The Marshals Service took possession of the home in January and recently put it on the market for $4.495 million, reports the New York Times.

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<![CDATA["Sex And The City" Creator Sells $13M Luxury Condo]]> Tue, 04 Jun 2013 12:52:19 -0400 New York Observer.]]> http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/211*120/SATCNYC6.jpg New York Observer.]]>
Darren Star recently sold his seven-room apartment, reports the New York Observer.

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<![CDATA[Designer Living: Turn Drab Into Fab]]> Wed, 05 Jun 2013 11:09:11 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/214*120/OHNY1218ADLGuyClarkeweb.jpg
Interior designer Guy Clark shows us how to add style to your home.]]>
<![CDATA[Square Feet: Cozy Luxury Living in Chicago]]> Sun, 02 Jun 2013 12:06:22 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/OHNAT5208BSQFT151AbingdonKenilworthWEB.jpg
Come with us to Kenilwroth, just north of downtown Chicago to a five-bedroom, 5.5-bath home with five fireplaces, and a cozy chef's kitchen. It offers the ultimate in Chicago luxury living just...]]>
<![CDATA[[LXTVN] Oceanfront Living: Views from Every Room]]> Fri, 07 Jun 2013 11:37:40 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/OHNAT5208DSQFT5305CarlsbadBlvdWEB.jpg
Head out West to San Diego to an oceanfront estate with a 10,000-square-feet main house and separate guest house. The views from every room are breathtaking. For more information on 5305...]]>
<![CDATA[Square Feet: Inside a "Home by Novogratz"]]> Thu, 06 Jun 2013 13:37:01 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/214*120/OHNY1218C4CentreMarketPlaceweb.jpg
We're at the historic townhouse in Nolita, built by husband and wife team Robert and Cortney Novogratz, formerly of Bravo's "9 By Design" and stars of HGTV's "Home By Novogratz." This...]]>
<![CDATA[Square Feet: Inside a Rockstar Estate]]> Sun, 02 Jun 2013 12:09:07 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/214*120/OHNY1218B926Haverstrawweb.jpg
Tour a nearly 86-hundred-square-foot estate. What makes this property so special is that it was once home to the former recording studio of the band "Spyro Gyra." Many major artists passed...]]>
<![CDATA[Design and Dining at "The Dutch"]]> Tue, 04 Jun 2013 11:26:50 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/OHNAT5208EMETheDutchWEB.jpg
Let's head over to Soho in New York City to The Dutch, one of the country's hottest restaurants to check out the restaurant's gorgeous design and also taste some of the incredible food. This episode o]]>
<![CDATA[The Beauty Of Decay: Gorgeous Shots of Creepy, Abandoned Buildings]]> Fri, 31 May 2013 14:53:23 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/212*120/urbex13.jpg
Urban exploration photographer Niki Feijen takes photos of abandoned ruins, finding beauty in his work.

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<![CDATA[Tour Converted Butter Factory Home]]> Mon, 03 Jun 2013 12:20:35 -0400 Curbed.]]> http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/212*120/butterfacIL1.jpg Curbed.]]>
This contemporary home, converted from a buttery factory in 2007, was placed on the market for $1.1 million, reports Curbed.

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<![CDATA[This Week on Open House NYC]]> Thu, 30 May 2013 15:15:06 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/OHNY1218webpromo.jpg
Don't miss Open House NYC Sunday 8:30AM on NBC 4 New York.]]>
<![CDATA[This Week on Open House]]> Mon, 03 Jun 2013 10:43:38 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/OHNAT5208PromosWEB.jpg
Catch Open House Sundays on NBC. Check your local listings.]]>
<![CDATA[Christian Slater Buys "Villa Dolce Far Niente" For $2.2M]]> Fri, 31 May 2013 11:20:25 -0400 Daily Business Review.]]> http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/Christian_Slater_722.jpg Daily Business Review.]]>
The actor and his fiancee purchased a 2,972-square-foot meticulously renovated 1926 Italian-style home in Coconut Grove, Florida, reports the Daily Business Review.]]>
<![CDATA[Inside the Country's Most Expensive Home ]]> Mon, 03 Jun 2013 12:11:14 -0400 The Wall Street Journal.]]> http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/211*120/mostexpensivegreenwichCT1.jpg The Wall Street Journal.]]>
This estate in Greenwich, Connecticut is asking $190 million--that's $55 million more than what's now America's second most expensive listing, and $72.5 million more than America's biggest sale, ever...

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<![CDATA[The Downfalls of Owning a Frank Lloyd Wright Home]]> Wed, 29 May 2013 14:20:52 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/211*120/flwprospectpasadena.jpg
Does owning a creation of the legendary architect outweigh the drawbacks?

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<![CDATA[Tour $11M "Cougar Town" Home]]> Thu, 30 May 2013 11:36:12 -0400 L.A. Times.]]> http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/212*120/cougartownbocadecanon1.jpg L.A. Times.]]>
The actress and her husband, show co-creator Bill Lawrence, are splitting with their two-story New England farmhouse-style home, reports the L.A. Times.

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<![CDATA[Buy Kirk Douglas's Old Pad for $17M]]> Fri, 31 May 2013 11:15:39 -0400 Curbed.]]> http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/kirkoscaradd.jpg Curbed.]]>
The 90210 home of Kirk Douglas in the forties is situated on an acre and is on the market for $17 million, reports Curbed. The property offers a tennis court, pool, fountain, gym, and...

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<![CDATA[Manhattan's 11-Room "Garden In The Sky" Asks $17M]]> Wed, 29 May 2013 11:18:24 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/180*120/duplex5th1.jpg
The duplex penthouse is on the market for the first time since 1975, when the owners purchased it for themselves as a honeymoon gift, reports the New York Times.

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