The Evergreen International Aviation empire, once one of Oregon’s largest employers, had its ups and downs, and so has the riverfront estate the bankrupt company’s late founder Del Smith erected alongside the Willamette River in Dundee. More than $18 million was poured into the 46.6-acre property at 22111 Riverwood Road and yet, over the years, … Continue reading “Evergreen Aviation founder’s Oregon estate cost $18 million; auction bids start at $2.25 million”
View this email in your browser READY, SET, SUMMER! How is it we are already halfway through the year? June 21st is the official first day of summer and signals the beginning of longer days, warmer nights and the urge to entertain over a hot grill with a cold beer in hand. Is your … Continue reading “Terry Sprague was featured in the latest newsletter from Chancellor Designs!”
This gorgeous house on Lake Oswego (near Portland, Oregon), was designed by my architect first-cousin-twice-removed, Ewald Theodore Pape (1894-1976), in 1936 – but it took a little while for me to verify it. Thanks to Terry Sprague of Luxe Christie’s International Real Estate, the broker who currently has the house listed for sale; Kelley Woodwick, Anne … Continue reading “Those Places Thursday: 920 Westpoint, Lake Oswego, Oregon – An Ewald Pape Design”
New opportunity for brokers to join LUXE Christie’s International Real Estate, the region’s market leader in luxury residential and commercial property. Portland, Oregon (April 23, 2019) – The road to purchasing a piece of luxury residential or commercial property in Central Oregon just got a little easier. LUXE Christie’s International Real Estate, the exclusive Christie’s … Continue reading “Luxury House Hunting in Beautiful Central Oregon Just Got Easier”
Luxe Christie’s International Real Estate Lake Oswego Lake Oswego is one of Oregon’s most affluent cities and home to LUXE Christie’s International Real Estate, the market leader in luxury residential and commercial properties in Oregon and Washington. With an incredible mix of home styles, arts and culture, restaurants and shopping, and recreational and family-friendly activities, … Continue reading “LUXE Christie’s Dish On The Affluent Lake Oswego Community”
It’s not just the sleepy region across the river from Portland, Oregon anymore. Clark County, in Southwest Washington, is alive, growing and ready to make its mark. New development projects are underway in Vancouver, just across the river from Portland, Oregon, with the revitalization of the waterfront as the main attraction for remaking the way … Continue reading “LUXE Christie’s Discusses New Developments In Vancouver”
Interior designer Robert Kime describes how he came to acquire this magnificent tapestry — depicting a moment of triumph in the life of Alexander the Great — for just £7,500 ‘I do love buying tapestries. They are so out of fashion, and I’m not sure why that is — perhaps because they are impractical for most … Continue reading “I bought it at Christie’s!”
The warmer summer months open up an array of activities around the world to enjoy. Whether you are a golf enthusiast, foodie or cultural lover, there are festivals near and far to enjoy. Here are our picks for Summer 2017. Porto Cervo Wine & Food Festival, Sardinia, Italy Set against the stunning backdrop of Italy’s Costa … Continue reading “Essential Summer Events”
The Christie’s International Real Estate global Affiliate network reported a number of record-breaking sales in 2016 and 2017. As market leaders in the luxury real estate space, the associates within our firm have participated in a number of notable sales throughout the Portland Metro market. The Playboy Mansion- Holmby Hills, California $105 Million The Playboy … Continue reading “Christie’s International Real Estate Network”
From April 20 to 28, Christie’s will open the doors of its new West Coast arts space with a special exhibition of more than 60 paintings, sculptures, photographs, and works on paper, as well as a selection of jewels, watches and private sale items. The exhibition was curated from the auction house’s signature May sales … Continue reading “Christie’s New Los Angeles Art Space and Opening Exhibit”
Portland is commonly referred to as one of the most environmentally friendly and greenest cities in the world. With a metropolitan labor pool growing at six times the national average, companies in Portland have a well-established recruiting base that includes deep pools of skilled workers across all industry sectors, notably in technology, software, clean tech, and active/outdoor apparel … Continue reading “Leading Industries in Portland Metro Area”
Five years ago Terry Sprague strategically placed himself and his company at the forefront of real estate when he founded Luxe Platinum Properties in Lake Oswego and affiliated with Christie’s International Real Estate, the real estate arm of the esteemed auction house that was founded 250 years ago. The global exposure, strength of brand, network … Continue reading “Growth in the Luxury Market”
