Category: Community + Culture
-
BHS Earns Three Awards at REBNY’s 37th Annual Deal of the Year Awards
The Real Estate Board of New York’s 37th Annual Residential Deal of the Year Benefit & Awards brought together the city’s brokerage community at Guastavino’s to recognize standout deals and industry leadership. For Brown Harris Stevens, the evening resulted in three awards across leadership and sales. CEO Bess Freedman received the Henry Forster Memorial Award…
-
The Amenities Defining Luxury Living Now, According to BHS Agents
To better understand what today’s luxury buyers truly value, Brown Harris Stevens surveyed agents across our markets, asking them to identify the top amenities shaping demand right now. The updated results reinforce a clear shift toward homes that offer immediacy, light, and livability—where elevated design meets everyday ease. Turnkey / Move-In Ready Living Leading the…
-
Building of the Week: 640 Park Avenue
1942 photograph of 640 Park Avenue, from the collection of MetroHistory Completed in 1914 and designed by architect James E.R. Carpenter, 640 Park Avenue represents a moment when the apartment house began to rival the private mansion. Its scale and floor plans were meant to provide the grandeur of a country house without the burdens…
-
How to Get a Hamptons Beach Pass this Season
You did it! You’ve secured your Hamptons Summer rental, your LL Bean Boat n’ Tote is packed, you’ve braved the “cannonball” from Penn Station to the Hamptons. You’re ready for sun and sand this summer… if you have a beach pass. Getting a beach pass in the Hamptons can feel confusing because each town and…
-
A Guide to NYC’s Most Picturesque Springtime Spots
Spring in New York City brings a sense of renewal that’s hard to rival—tree-lined streets soften, waterfronts come alive, and parks transform into vibrant landscapes of color and activity. As the season unfolds, these spaces become some of the most picturesque settings in the city, offering postcard-worthy views at nearly every turn. From iconic skyline…
-
Beth Ann Vaccaro on New Development, Community, and the Power of Local Insight
In this week’s BHS Agent Spotlight, we’re catching up with Beth Ann Vaccaro, a newly returning Rising Star in our Darien office and a specialist in new development. In her interview, she shares how her hands-on work at Heights Crossing gives her a unique perspective on the local market, what sets Brown Harris Stevens apart,…
-
Spring in the City: Preparing for the NYC Selling Season
After what always feels like a long New York winter, given the number of blizzards this season, the signs of spring are finally beginning to appear. The days are getting longer, the parks are filling up again, and the real estate market is starting to wake up. In New York City, spring is traditionally the most active time of…
-
Miami’s Architecture and Design Shaping the Future
The new Miami living experience is also being shaped by cutting-edge architecture and thoughtful design. Modern residential towers, sustainable developments, and mixed-use communities are redefining how people experience the city. Developers are focusing on more than just luxury, they’re prioritizing lifestyle. Rooftop gardens, wellness spaces, coworking lounges, and smart home technologies are becoming standard features.…
-
3 Connecticut Towns Dan McCamblau Says Are Among the Best Places to Live
Connecticut offers a unique blend of coastal living, historic New England charm, and easy access to New York City—making it one of the most desirable places in the Northeast to call home. In a recent feature by Travel + Leisure, several real estate experts weighed in on the best places to live across the state.…
-
Remembering Riley Jason
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of one of the most beloved members of the Brown Harris Stevens community, Riley Jason. A longtime agent in our Upper West Side office, Riley’s warmth, humor, and generosity left a lasting impression on colleagues and clients alike. Those who worked alongside Riley remember him as…