If Brin is confirmed as the new owner, that would mean four of the five wealthiest people in the world now own homes within about 20 square miles. Three of those purchases - those of Brin, his Google cofounder Larry Page, and Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg - were completed over the past few months.
This contemporary residence offers a clean look with wire-brushed wood floors, LED lighting and a modern kitchen with a tiled backsplash and custom cabinetry. A glass-enclosed staircase leads up three floors to a private rooftop deck plumbed for a gas barbecue and a spa.
Worth Avenue and its surrounding streets have enjoyed an ongoing retail evolution over the years, with new and often bigger boutiques adding to Palm Beach's reputation as a designer enclave. As testament to the continued clout the area wields among global luxury brands, four beloved labels recently opened their doors on "the island," as residents discreetly refer to this town. Here, a look at the new kids on the block, arriving just in time for the season.
Like much of Miami, the area faces mounting climate risks. Miami's sea levels have risen eight inches since 1950. By 2040, the water is projected to be 10 to 17 inches higher than it was in 2000. As the water rises, that's making "sunny day" flooding from high tides more common-up 400% over the last 20 years in Miami Beach-and storm surges are increasingly dangerous.
The corner of Sunset Blvd. and Alpine Drive became a traffic nightmare. Tour buses made it a stop. Tourists and locals alike milled about, gawked and took pictures. The neighbors were incensed. The "renovation" performed by Sheik Mohammed al Fassi, then 28, and his wife made them the talk of the town.
Completed in 2025, the renovation includes the foyer and staircase, living and dining spaces, integrated millwork, and a dedicated wine and liquor display. The design approach prioritizes circulation, proportion, and clarity of form, allowing architectural elements to structure the interior experience. By concentrating on these core spaces, the project establishes continuity across the home while limiting the scope of intervention.
Mark Zuckerberg has purchased a huge waterfront mansion in Miami for upwards of $150 million, becoming the latest tech tycoon to ditch California amid the proposed billionaire tax. The Meta CEO, 41, and wife Priscilla Chan, 40, have snapped up a sprawling new home in the ultra-exclusive gated community Indian Creek Island, known as Billionaire Bunker. The enormous three-story Spanish colonial style villa is set upon two acres of land and features wraparound terraces, a private dock and a waterfront swimming pool.
What is the monthly condo fee, and what exactly does it cover? In the Seaport, these fees often include 24/7 concierge, fitness centers, and snow removal, but may exclude in-unit utilities or parking. Are there any planned special assessments? Ask if the association is preparing for large, one-time charges for major repairs like roofs or elevators. What is the current balance of the reserve fund? Healthy reserves are critical for avoiding future assessments and ensuring long-term maintenance.