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7NEWS
08-08-2025
- Business
- 7NEWS
A sunken lounge, wine wall and heated circular pool: it's hard to pick a favourite feature
A statement home built by renowned Melbourne builders Liefting Merlo Homes for co-owner Adam Liefting and his family has been listed for sale in the inner bayside suburb of Elwood, with a price range of $5-5.2 million. The striking five-bedroom, four-bathroom home at 40 Goldsmith Street was completed in 2023 and listing agent Sam Gamon from Chisolm & Gamon said Liefting, his wife and two daughters have been living in the home since its completion. "It's an exceptional, one-off bespoke home but Adam and his family are now looking to upsize, which is the reason they are selling," Gamon said. Records show the home last sold in 2021 for $2.225 million. The builders have repurposed materials from the site's original property and created an eye-catching faade made from bagged brick walls, feature doors made from steel reeded-glass and a striking barrel dormer window upstairs. "That dormer window is a one-off statement. You just don't see that. It's pretty special," Gamon said. The stunning craftsmanship apparent from the exterior and complemented by landscape gardens, continues inside. Carefully selected materials and sweeping curves can be found throughout the light-filled interior, where extravagant splashes of luxury marble, imported limestone and European Oak, sit alongside bespoke cabinetry, floor-to-ceiling glass, exposed beams and cleverly placed skylights. "I would say the design elements and the floor plan are a real drawcard for this home," Gamon says. "It's been designed to maximise the natural light and so it floods in through the custom staircase and windows, into the gourmet kitchen and living zone." "As well as the amount of light it gets, I think people are also impressed by the amount of accommodation. It is deceptively big," he says. The home boasts two large living spaces, including a stunning sunken fireside lounge in the open plan entertaining area, and a second TV lounge, which looks over the front garden and features a climate controlled 'wine wall' for 300 bottles. It also boasts a flexible study zone and an outdoor studio, above the garage. "Another feature of the home is that it has lots of different living zones, plus a study and four bedrooms, which is very appealing for families," he said. The home also boasts four, bright, modern bathrooms. Outside, meanwhile, a circular gas-heated pool with a backdrop of tiered succulents, takes centre stage, surrounded by a private yet low maintenance designer garden, leading to the studio. "We've had a lot of really good interest from families, some with younger kids and others with kids in their late teens to early twenties. "It's definitely captured a pretty broad audience," Gamon says. The home is being sold by Expressions of Interest, which closes on Tuesday, August 26 at 4pm.
Yahoo
24-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Oban Welcomes A New And Extraordinary Scotch Whisky
A Limited-Edition Single Malt Scotch Whisky That Savors the Art of Appreciation NEW YORK, April 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- In a world that moves fast, true craftsmanship takes time. Enter Oban's latest release, Oban 15 Cask Strength Sherry Cask Finish – a limited-edition Single Malt Scotch Whisky that celebrates the mastery of patience and precision. Meticulously aged and carefully finished in Andalusian Sherry Casks, this expressive whisky invites drinkers to slow down, savor the moment and appreciate the craft. Experience the full interactive Multichannel News Release here: This new, creamy-smooth expression from Oban was aged to perfection in European Oak Butts and American Oak Hogshead Barrels before being finished in Oloroso and Palo Cortado Sherry Casks. On the nose, Oban 15 Cask Strength Sherry Cask Finish opens with aromas of dried raisin and orchard fruit, giving way to charred orange rind and lemon peel. The whisky's palate delivers layered notes of burnt sugar, cinder toffee and a slight hint of almonds, European Oak imparts tannins, pepper, and spice, culminating in a warm lingering finish of brown sugar. Tucked away in the West Highlands of Scotland, Oban Distillery has been producing exceptional whisky since 1794. Oban 15 Cask Strength Sherry Cask Finish was created by the distillery's seven artisans, inspired by the flavors and traditions of southern Spain's Andalusia region. Reflecting the distillery's long-standing dedication to quality, Oban 15 Cask Strength Sherry Cask Finish is a true embodiment of the mastery of the seasoned distillers who carefully create Oban day by day. Under the guidance of DIAGEO Master Blender Dr. Stuart Morrison, hand-selected casks were carefully finished for over four years in Oloroso and Palo Cortado Sherry Casks, resulting in a transportive tasting experience that marries sweet dried fruits, citrus and Oban's signature maritime salinity. "After years of development and refinement, we are proud to welcome Oban 15 Cask Strength Sherry Cask Finish," said Dr. Stuart Morrison. "The whisky is born of deliberate care and the passion of Oban's dedicated distillers." Oban 15 Cask Strength Sherry Cask Finish is a testament to balance and detail. Like a thoughtfully curated grazing board, every note, every flavor, and every detail of this whisky is crafted to be savored. It pairs beautifully with aged meats, nutty cheeses, and briny olives, making it the ideal choice for a neat dram and a sell-set grazing board. This limited-edition bottle is a testament to the art of appreciation, and is available at select spirits retailers nationwide with a suggested retail price of $150 for 750mL. Visit to find stores where Oban Cask Strength Aged 15 Years is available near you, or order a bottle for shipping or delivery at ReserveBar and For more information about Oban Distillery, click here and follow @obanwhisky on Instagram. ABOUT OBAN DISTILLERYThe Oban Distillery—one of the oldest and smallest distilleries in Scotland—has been making fine Single Malt Whisky since 1794. Located in the heart of the town that grew up around it, Oban was founded by brothers Hugh & John Stevenson. Made by a small group of artisans, Oban is distilled in tiny lantern-shaped copper pot stills, which are among the smallest in Scotland. This results in a truly balanced, extremely smooth whisky. Situated on a little bay between the West Highlands and the Islands, a mild maritime climate with a background of heather and peat is perfectly echoed in the malt whisky produced at Oban. ABOUT DIAGEO Diageo is a global leader in beverage alcohol with an outstanding collection of brands including Johnnie Walker, Crown Royal, Bulleit and Buchanan's whiskies, Smirnoff and Ketel One vodkas, Casamigos, DeLeon and Don Julio tequilas, Captain Morgan, Baileys, Tanqueray and Guinness. Diageo is listed on both the New York Stock Exchange (DEO) and the London Stock Exchange (DGE) and our products are sold in more than 180 countries around the world. For more information about Diageo, our people, our brands, and performance, visit Visit Diageo's global responsible drinking resource, for information, initiatives, and ways to share best practice. Follow us on Instagram for news and information about Diageo North America: @Diageo_NA. Celebrating life, every day, everywhere. Diageo is a global leader in beverage alcohol with an outstanding collection of brands. Contact: HUNTERoban@ View original content: SOURCE DIAGEO
Fashion Network
23-04-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
James Perse opens new Palm Beach store ahead of global expansion
James Perse on Wednesday announced the opening of its newest retail store in Palm Beach, Florida, as the U.S. fashion brand continues its global expansion. Located at The Royal Poinciana, the new Palm Beach store spans 1,700 square feet, and presents the full James Perse fashion collections for both men and women, alongside home furnishings. The new store will also provide personalized services, working closely with local clients to furnish homes with the brand's signature minimalist, California-inspired aesthetic. The design of the store incorporates many signature elements of James Perse aesthetic, including teak furniture, plaster walls, European Oak wood finishes, and white travertine flooring. The James Perse store neighbours luxury heavyweights such as Hermès and Loewe, and joins a select mix of heritage and contemporary brands inside one of Palm Beach's most lively retail and lifestyle destinations. The opening at Palm Beach forms part of multiple global store openings slated for James Perse in key luxury markets planned for 2025. These include extending the brand's West Coast footprint to new locations at Galleria Luxury Hall in South Korea, St. Barth's, Studio City, Abu Dhabi, Mexico City, Cabo San Lucas, and the brand's first flagship in Paris opening in the fall. Founded in 1991 in Los Angeles by James Perse, the James Perse brand today boasts a retail footprint of over 50 stores worldwide.
Fashion Network
23-04-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
James Perse opens new Palm Beach store ahead of global expansion
James Perse on Wednesday announced the opening of its newest retail store in Palm Beach, Florida, as the U.S. fashion brand continues its global expansion. Located at The Royal Poinciana, the new Palm Beach store spans 1,700 square feet, and presents the full James Perse fashion collections for both men and women, alongside home furnishings. The new store will also provide personalized services, working closely with local clients to furnish homes with the brand's signature minimalist, California-inspired aesthetic. The design of the store incorporates many signature elements of James Perse aesthetic, including teak furniture, plaster walls, European Oak wood finishes, and white travertine flooring. The James Perse store neighbours luxury heavyweights such as Hermès and Loewe, and joins a select mix of heritage and contemporary brands inside one of Palm Beach's most lively retail and lifestyle destinations. The opening at Palm Beach forms part of multiple global store openings slated for James Perse in key luxury markets planned for 2025. These include extending the brand's West Coast footprint to new locations at Galleria Luxury Hall in South Korea, St. Barth's, Studio City, Abu Dhabi, Mexico City, Cabo San Lucas, and the brand's first flagship in Paris opening in the fall. Founded in 1991 in Los Angeles by James Perse, the James Perse brand today boasts a retail footprint of over 50 stores worldwide.
