Our top properties of the week

Welcome to our property digest, where we share some of the best houses for sale or rent across the globe. Our edit this week includes a Stockholm new-build that goes the extra mile – and a woodland entertainment pad with 70s vibes.

A slice of East Hampton modernism

3 bedrooms; 1,400 sq ft POA via Sotheby’s International Realty
Iconic Fire Island architect Harry Bates designed this 1967 East Hamptons home which has undergone a renovation and expansion that raises the bar on coastal living. It’s being offered for rent as a rustic retreat with a mezzanine office for those looking for a change of scene while working from home.

A converted warehouse in Sydney

3 bedrooms; AUD $1.7m via BresicWhitney
Concrete and steel combine at this Sydney warehouse conversion in the city’s Camperdown neighbourhood. The three-bedroom home was designed by local practice Archer Office and hones an industrial vibe.

A nature lover’s entertainment pad in Illinois

4 bedrooms; $899,000 via Jameson Sotheby’s International Realty
This 1977 entertainment pad was designed by architect Harry Weese and features a giant conversation pit, two open fireplaces and suspended walkways. It’s located close to cross-country ski trails and has a relatively large plot set with native trees, a swimming pool and access to the nearby golf course and tennis courts.

Converted stable in Paris

3 bedrooms; €2.69m via Espaces Atypique
Walls of glass span this 23 sq m apartment in the French capital, which started life as a stable.

Seafront Stockholm pad

4 bedrooms; SEK 150m  via Skeppsholmen Sotheby’s International Realty

This unapologetically flashy Stockholm property occupies a prominent waterfront plot and has a neo-brutalist design. Swathes of glass illuminate the interiors and capture natural views, while finishes are ultra-luxe with contrasting marbles, bespoke walnut cabinetry and smart home systems. Amenities include a sculptural infinity pool, bar, wine cellar, cinema room and a helipad.

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