One of life's pleasures? A richly curated magazine. There is nothing like it. The tactile feel of the paper. The discovery as you turn the pages. The design of it all. Somehow, after enjoying one — really digging in — it feels like you’ve been on an adventure. Here's ours.

The essential list: How to get your home springtime fresh, in 15 steps or less. (You may even have some fun doing it.)

Do you have a sense of what’s important for a luxury lifestyle now? We do — because luxury is our business. So does Sotheby’s International Realty, which has just released its annual Luxury Outlook, a trend-packed report about everything from the hottest home amenities to the cities where luxury buyers are flocking. Come see what's hot.

There are many types of rugs out there, and they're not all created equal. Here, we’ll walk you through the 4 best types, and the pros and cons of each.

Dont neglect your fireplace D?cor. Its one of the main focal points of your living room. Read how painting, tiling, d?cor and technology can breathe new life into a tired hearth.

Don’t neglect your fireplace Décor. It’s one of the main focal points of your living room. Read how painting, tiling, décor and technology can breathe new life into a tired hearth.