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‘Wow factor’ reconsidered The New Luxury
What today’s most beautiful homes have in common By Karen Bloom
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here was a time when defining luxury in Nassau County real estate was a remarkably simple exercise. You tallied up the square footage, counted the crystal chandeliers, looked for a cavernous two-story foyer, and checked for an ocean of white marble. Opulence was overt, visual and often performative. But across the homes on the North and South Shores, waterfront enclaves and sleek new-builds, a quiet shift has taken place. Luxury has been entirely redefined. Luxury has changed. It isn't simply marble, enormous rooms and ornate finishes anymore. Today’s buyers are no longer impressed by scale for the sake of scale. The new marker of prestige is not how loudly a home shouts its price tag, but how effortlessly it elevates the daily life of the person living inside it. Grandiosity has yielded to architectural intention, quiet craft, and holistic wellbeing. “From what I’m seeing, what makes a home feel expensive in 2026 is really the overall feel of the house,” says Scott Wallace, real estate advisor with Daniel Gale Sotheby's International Realty in Garden City. “Buyers are looking at the quality of the finishes, the natural light, the windows, the kitchen and the lighting, but also all of those little details that make a home feel special. They want something that is beautiful and comfortable, but also functional. Things like a kitchen or coffee bar that can be tucked away, smart-home features that are easy to use, and custom closets and millwork can really make a difference. “I’m also seeing buyers put more value on how they’re actually going to live in the home. Outdoor spaces that feel like an extension of the house, pools, outdoor kitchens, home gyms and comfortable spaces for entertaining are all very appealing. Luxury today is less about showing off and more about having a home that feels thoughtful, private and easy to live in. When you walk into a house and everything feels right and well thought out, that’s what makes it feel expensive." That idea of thoughtful, effortless living is showing up in architecture and design, where the most coveted features often work quietly behind the scenes. Rather than adding grandeur for grandeur’s sake, the goal is to make everyday life — and entertaining — more seamless, organized and comfortable. Nowhere is that shift more evident than in the kitchen, where the traditional open-concept showpiece is giving way to a more sophisticated twokitchen approach. Dual kitchen and rise of the hidden back-of-house The open-concept kitchen once reigned supreme as the central display piece of the home. Today, luxury buyers are embracing a functional evolution: the twokitchen layout. The primary “show kitchen” remains the aesthetic anchor of the living area, featuring architectural island counters, sculptural custom cabinetry and natural-stone surfaces. But it is increasingly designed for gathering, light preparation and entertaining — not the messier work of a large-scale meal. Hidden behind seamless panel doors, concealed pantry entries or pocketing wood screens is the secondary “scullery” or prep kitchen. This is where the heavy lifting happens, with high-output ranges, commercial-grade dishwashers, secondary refrigeration, dedicated prep sinks, trash compactors and coffee stations, along with storage for small appliances that keeps counter clutter out of sight. When entertaining on a grand scale, caterers can work almost entirely behind the scenes, keeping dirty pots, preparation noise and cooking aromas away from guests. The result is a main living area that remains pristine, quiet and beautifully composed — exactly the kind of understated functionality that defines luxury now. Sculptural, layered, and architectural lighting Recessed ceiling cans alone are officially obsolete in high-end design. Now lighting is treated as both dynamic art and atmospheric architecture. An expensive space feels warm, atmospheric, and tailored at every hour of the day. • Architectural cove and reglet lighting: Diffused LED channels integrated directly into drywall transitions, ceiling drop-offs, and under-cabinet kickplates cast a indirect glow without exposed fixtures. • Low-voltage micro-spotlights: Precision-focused micro-fixtures highlight fine art and architectural millwork without washing out surrounding surfaces. • Tunable Circadian Systems: Smart systems slowly shift color temperature from bright, invigorating daylight (4000K) at 8 a.m. to warm, amber light
Today’s most coveted homes are defined less by grandiosity than by thoughtful design, exceptional materials and effortless livability.
(2200K) by sundown, aligning the home's rhythm with natural human biology. • Statement fixtures as art: Handblown glass chandeliers, patinated bronze pendants, and alabaster sconces act as interior centerpieces. Organic materiality: honed stone and custom millwork The era of hyper-polished, highgloss surfaces and stark synthetic quartz has come to an end. Today’s aesthetic favors rich, organic textures that carry natural character, depth, and tactile authenticity. In place of the mirror-finish white marble that once dominated, buyers now gravitate toward honed, leathered, or brushed natural quartzite, travertine and soapstone. These softer, matte finishes invite touch rather than demanding caution, aging gracefully over time rather than showing every water spot or micro-scratch. Stone is no longer applied in thin, standard slabs; instead, designers are specifying integrated stone sinks, hand-carved bullnose profiles, and dramatic, full-height fluted backsplash walls that serve as sculptural focal Spa-inspired wellness suites are becoming an increasingly sought-after feature points. of high-end homes. This commitment to organic quality extends directly into the woodwork and wall finishes throughout the home. Painted trim and mass-manufactured MDF have been replaced by bespoke architectural millwork crafted from floor-to-ceiling white oak, rich walnut, or wire-brushed ash. Custom joinery — such as ribbed wood paneling, hidden flush doors with invisible hardware and integrated floating cabinetry — delivers a level of bespoke craftsmanship that mass-produced finishes simply cannot replicate. To complement these natural elements, standard flat latex paint has been set aside in favor of artisan wall treatments like Roman clay, lime wash, and subtle Venetian plasters. These textured surfaces absorb and reflect light in subtle, dynamic ways, giving every room a soft, lived-in warmth that feels understated yet unmistakably costly. In-home wellness suites: Beyond the standard bath A soaking tub in the primary bathroom no longer satisfies the requirements for luxury living. The top tier of the market now expects comprehensive, dedicated health and recovery facilities built directly into the floor plan. Instead of an out-of-the-way basement gym, wellness zones are designed as light-filled, spa-level sanctuaries featuring: • Custom cedar saunas and infrared cabins: Integrated for daily thermal therapy. • Dedicated cold plunge tubs: Plumbed with filtration and chilling systems. • Steam Showers: Built with aromatherapy dispensers, chromotherapy lighting, and integrated heated bench seating. Invisible smart technology Folks are moving away from wall-mounted control panels, blinking black boxes, and complex app setups. Technology is expected to perform flawlessly while remaining completely invisible. The home anticipates the occupant's needs: motorized shades lower automatically as the afternoon sun strikes south-facing glass, climate zones adjust according to daily habits, and motorized doors open via subtle proximity sensors — all without a wire in sight. Indoor-outdoor continuity and year-round exterior living Given Long Island's distinct seasonal shifts, the ability to seamlessly extend livable space into the outdoors year-round is a primary value driver. Yards function as true four-season living spaces: • Covered loggias equipped with flush ceiling radiant heaters, motorized drop-down weather screens, and outdoor fireplaces. • Outdoor kitchens featuring built-in pizza ovens, ice makers, and custom cabinetry. • Architectural pools designed with perimeter-overflow edges, integrated dark-bottom plaster finishes, and adjacent fire features. Ultimate luxuries: Ease and intentionality The transformation of real estate in Nassau County reflects a change in values. Today’s buyer is less interested in showing off wealth and far more interested in using design to protect their time, peace and health.
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Nassau County’s most luxurious homes From Great Neck to Old Brookville, here's how much Nassau County’s priciest homes actually sold for. By Brandi Calhoun
Some of Nassau County’s most expensive homes changed hands over the past 90 days, including properties in Great Neck, Old Brookville and Sands Point. Great Homes looked at the 25 highest-priced home sales during that period, including each property’s original asking price and final sale price. Here are Nassau County’s 25 most expensive home sales, ranked from highest to lowest.
0 Kings Point Road, Great Neck, NY 11024 • Cost: For sale at $10,650,000 • Square footage: 11,406 sq ft • Acreage: 1.41 acres • Beds/baths: 6 beds / 8 baths • Price reduced before selling: Yes, it was listed in March at $12,900,000.
11 Dupont Court, Brookville, NY 11548 • Cost: $8,800,000 • Square footage: 14,000 sq ft • Acreage: 6.12 acres • Beds/baths: 7 beds / 12 baths • Price reduced before selling: Yes, the home was first listed at $15,000,000, then reduced to $10,300,000 before selling at the price above.
71 Lake Road, Manhasset, NY 11030 • Cost: $10,000,000 • Square footage: 6,640 sq ft • Acreage: 1.44 acres • Beds/baths: 4 beds / 7 baths • Price reduced before selling: Yes, the original asking price was $11,750,000 when listed in April.
143 Heather Lane, Mill Neck, NY 11765 • Cost: $9,550,000 • Square footage: 16,500 sq ft • Acreage: 5 acres • Beds/baths: 9 beds / 14 baths • Price reduced before selling: Yes, the property was originally listed at $10,250,000.
15 Dupont Court, Greenvale, NY 11548 • Cost: $8,800,000 • Square footage: 14,000 sq ft • Acreage: 6.12 acres • Beds/baths: 7 beds / 12 baths • Price reduced before selling: Yes, three times. The home hit the market at $15,000,000 and was reduced to $12,750,000 and then $10,300,000 before landing at the above selling price.
4 Valentines Farm Court, Old Brookville, NY 11545 • Cost: $7,500,000 • Square footage: 10,000 sq ft • Acreage: 2.47 acres • Beds/baths: 7 beds / 11 baths • Price reduced before selling: Yes, the property was originally listed at $9,000,000.
8 Dogwood Hill, Brookville, NY 11545 • Cost: $7,450,000 • Square footage: 8,600 sq ft • Acreage: 2.67 acres • Beds/baths: 6 beds / 8 baths • Price reduced before selling: Yes, the original asking price was $8,499,000.
22 Terrace Court, Old Westbury, NY 11568 • Cost: $6,825,000 • Square footage: 6,326 sq ft • Acreage: 2 acres • Beds/baths: 6 beds / 7 baths • Price reduced before selling: Yes, twice. The original asking price when listed was $8,675,000 and then reduced to $7,950,000 before selling at the above price.
3 Woodhollow Lane, Old Brookville, NY 11545 • Cost: $6,748,000 • Square footage: 10,000 sq ft • Acreage: 2.01 acres • Beds/baths: 7 beds / 8 baths • Price reduced before selling: No, this listing sold for its original price.
998 West Shore Road, Mill Neck, NY 11771 • Cost: $6,442,500 • Square footage: 9,553 sq ft • Acreage: 1.77 acres • Beds/baths: 6 beds / 6.5 baths • Price reduced before selling: Yes, the original listing price was $7,100,000.
90 Elderfields Road, Manhasset, NY 11030 • Cost: $6,250,000 • Square footage: 6,249 sq ft • Acreage: 1.08 acres • Beds/baths: 4 beds / 5 bath • Price reduced before selling: No, this listing started on the market at $5,999,000 and sold at an increase of 39.5%.
68 Brookside Drive, Manhasset, NY 11030 • Cost: $5,525,000 • Square footage: 4,782 sq ft • Acreage: 1.92 acres • Beds/baths: 6 beds / 6 baths • Price reduced before selling: Yes, the listing was originally priced at $5,675,000.
48 Nassau Drive, Great Neck, NY 11021 • Cost: $5,495,000 • Square footage: 9,534 sq ft • Acreage: 5 acres • Beds/baths: 6 beds / 9 baths • Price reduced before selling: Yes, the listing was originally on the market for $5,700,000 before selling for the above price.
6 La Colline Drive, Mill Neck, NY 11765 • Cost: $7,500,000 • Square footage: 10,000 sq ft • Acreage: 2.47 acres • Beds/baths: 7 beds / 11 baths • Price reduced before selling: Yes, the property was originally listed at $9,000,000.
6 Coachmans Court, Old Westbury, NY 11568 • Cost: $5,475,000 • Square footage: 6,258 sq ft • Acreage: 2 acres • Beds/baths: 7 beds / 7 baths • Price reduced before selling: No, this listing sold at its original price.
178 Brookville Road, Muttontown, NY 11545 • Cost: $5,400,000 • Square footage: 7,488 sq ft • Acreage: 2.79 acres • Beds/baths: 6 beds / 7 baths • Price reduced before selling: Yes, the original asking price was $5,995,000.
32 Old House Lane, Port Washington, NY 11050 • Cost: $5,350,000 • Square footage: 6,246 sq ft • Acreage: 2 acres • Beds/baths: 6 beds / 6 baths • Price reduced before selling: Yes, the original asking price was $5,999,000 and was reduced to $5,625,000 before selling for the above price.
11 Black Rock Road, Muttontown, NY 11545 • Cost: $5,180,000 • Square footage: 7,900 sq ft • Acreage: 2 acres • Beds/baths: 8 beds / 9 baths • Price reduced before selling: Yes, the original asking price was $5,280,000.
107 Bayview Road, Manhasset, NY 11030 • Cost: $5,175,000 • Square footage: 7,750 sq ft • Acreage: 1.05 acres • Beds/baths: 7 beds / 8 baths (6 full, 2 half) • Price reduced before selling: Yes, this home was originally listed at $5,750,000.
97 Crabapple Road, Manhasset, NY 11030 • Cost: $4,800,000 • Square footage: 5,080 sq ft • Acreage: 0.51 acres • Beds/baths: 5 beds / 7 baths • Price reduced before selling: Yes, once. The listing was originally $4,895,000.
2160 Titus Path, Muttontown, NY 11791 • Cost: $4,538,888 • Square footage: 7,084 sq ft • Acreage: 4.76 acres • Beds/baths: 6 beds / 9 baths • Price reduced before selling: Yes, the listing was originally $5,750,000 before being reduced to $5,399,999, and then again to $4,888,888 before selling for the above price.
8 Brookville Lane S, Glen Head, NY 11545 • Cost: $4,520,000 • Square footage: 6,662 • Acreage: 1.6 acres • Beds/baths: 6 beds / 11 baths • Days on market: Not available • Price reduced before selling: Yes, the original asking price was $4,699,000.
22 Messenger Lane, Port Washington, NY 11050 • Square footage: 4,140 sq ft • Acreage: 4.71 acres • Beds/baths: 6 beds / 8 baths • Price reduced before selling: Yes, originally listed at $5,900,000, it was reduced to $5,499,000 before selling at the above price.
48 Tammys Lane, Syosset, NY 11791 • Square footage: 6,760 sq ft • Acreage: 2 acres • Beds/baths: 6 beds / 9 baths • Price reduced before selling: No, the original price was $4,388,000 before the 2.3% increase.
409 Abbey Road, Manhasset, NY 11030 • Square footage: 4,567 sq ft • Acreage: 0.31 acres • Beds/baths: 6 beds / 9 baths • Price reduced before selling: Yes, the original price was $4,895,000, and was then reduced to $4,699,000 and $4,498,000 before selling for the above price.
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Long Beach moves beyond a seasonal market
CAROLYN ARGENTO
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ummer may be the season most closely associated with Long Beach, but the city’s real estate market follows a different calendar. Buyers and sellers remain active throughout the year, giving people whose timing did not line in the spring another reason to consider a move after Labor Day. Eesha Butt/Herald Carolyn Argento, branch Long Beach has plenty to offer its community members in the fall season. manager of Douglas Elliman’s Long Beach and Argento said. “The autumns Beach office even during Merrick offices, said the have been gorgeous.” That years marked by snow and city stands apart because can give prospective buyers unusually cold weather. it offers several ways to a chance to understand Serious buyers may enter and move through the Long Beach’s warm-weather continue searching when local market. Some people appeal without limiting their a lease is ending, work is first arrive as renters, then home search to the busiest changing or the right home purchase a co-op before weeks of summer. becomes available. eventually moving into a That shift can That activity is why sellers condominium or be helpful for should not assume their house as their here’s no both sides of opportunity ends with needs change. perfect a transaction. summer. The best listing Others come from Sellers may reach time to list or date depends on the owner’s New York City in buyers who are preparation and reason search of a second sell because motivated by a for moving, not simply the home that is close somebody is new job, a change season. enough to use always listing in household size regularly. and selling The variety of rentals, or another life co-ops, condominiums “There’s no perfect Attribution event rather than time to list or sell and houses also helps a particular month because somebody sustain activity when on the calendar. is always listing Carolyn market conditions change. Buyers can tour and selling,” If purchasing is not yet Argento the city while the Argento said. “It’s practical, renting can boardwalk, restaurants not the traditional ‘spring is provide another way to and outdoor spaces remain the time to sell’ market like experience the city before active, but without quite it used to be.” making a longer-term as many summer plans decision. Long Beach’s year-round competing for their rhythm is supported by “It’s the timing of the buyer attention. its location and activity. or seller,” Argento said. In Fall also provides a natural The Long Island Rail Long Beach, that personal planning point for people Road is within easy reach, timing increasingly matters who hope to settle into a while John F. Kennedy more than the month on the home before colder weather, International Airport and calendar. the holiday season and the major parkways are nearby. By David Arkin new year. Families have Restaurants, breweries, returned to their school-year the farmers market and fall routines, vacation schedules festivals also continue to draw people after the busiest have eased and people may have more time to think beach weeks have passed. carefully about whether September and October their current home still fits. have brought stretches of Those factors do not warm weather in recent guarantee that fall will years, making fall feel like be right for every move, an extension of summer. but they can make it a Argento still sees people practical time to begin the stepping off the train with conversation. beach chairs, although the pace becomes less hectic and The market does not residents may have more necessarily stop when time to focus on buying or winter arrives. Argento selling. said January and February “We’ve had beautiful have produced meaningful Septembers and Octobers,” activity for the Long
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Q: Does Long Beach real
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A: It can. Although visitors
fill the city, residents may spend weekends at the beach, concerts and other activities instead of attending open houses, so the busiest lifestyle season is not always the busiest real estate season.
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Q: How should owners choose when to sell?
A: Argento recommends
focusing on personal circumstances instead of waiting automatically for spring. A move often begins with a job change, an ending lease, retirement or a home that no longer fits.
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eptember is a wonderful time to embrace the changing season—a time filled with crisp mornings, golden afternoons, and the excitement of a fresh start. From enjoying the last warm days outdoors to gathering with loved ones and settling into new routines, September is a beautiful reminder to appreciate the moments and places that make us feel at home. Whether you’re making the most of your current home or considering a move as the seasons change, September can be an ideal time to explore new possibilities. As the #1 brokerage on Long Island,** Douglas Elliman is proud to help guide your real estate journey while supporting the communities we’re honored to serve. Wishing you a September filled with fresh beginnings, meaningful moments, and all the beauty of the fall season.
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a private escape
Waterfront living in Hewlett Bay Park
Gil Shemtov, licensed real estate sales person with Douglas Elliman
This six-bedroom modern home on Heron Drive sits on a point along the water, with 8,479 square feet, a saltwater pool and a private floating dock for boats. By Brandi Calhoun
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waterfront home on just over an acre in Hewlett Bay Park is on the market for $6.5 million, offering an 8,479-square-foot interior along with a pool, extensive outdoor decking and a floating dock. The six-bedroom home at 50 Heron Drive was built in 1991 and sits on a point along the water. The property was initially listed at $6.85 million this spring before its asking price was reduced to $6.5 million in August, according to the current OneKey MLS listing. A modern interior driven by the water The house occupies a point along the waterfront, and according to Gil Shemtov, its position provides 270-degree water views, including views from each of the six bedrooms. The brokerage describes the property as having undergone a complete gut renovation, with the home's systems, surfaces and finishes replaced. The listing identifies the architectural style as modern. The kitchen includes custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances and a large center island. Wideplank flooring runs through portions of the house, while cathedral ceilings are among the other interior features identified in the listing. The house also has central air conditioning and natural gas heat. The property includes a three-car garage and a partial basement. Its total interior living area is listed at 8,479 square feet, while the total structure area is reported at 9,081 square feet. Pool, decking and dock in Hewlett Bay Park Outdoor space is a defining part of the property. Decking extends along the house toward an inground saltwater pool and hot tub, with the grounds continuing to the shoreline. A floating dock provides space for multiple boats and other watercraft, according to the listing. The MLS also identifies the property as having a bulkhead, water access and ocean access. The home last sold for $3.725 million in 2020, according to MLS and public-record information reported by Zillow and Redfin. The property is listed by Gil Shemtov of Douglas Elliman Real Estate.
Property at a glance • Asking price: $6.5 million • Location: 50 Heron Drive, Hewlett Bay Park • Bedrooms: 6 • Bathrooms: 6 full, 1 half • Interior: 8,479 square feet • Lot: 1.04 acres • Built: 1991; waterfront property with pool and floating dock
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