1. Party in Jerry Bruckheimer’s mid century modern gem.
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Hollywood mega producer Jerry Bruckheimer has put his blockbuster mid century modern home on the market. Designed by Case Study architect Thornton Abell in 1965, the 9,030-square-foot residence is located in Los Angeles’ affluent Brentwood neighborhood. The glass, steel, and wood stunner stands apart from the area’s more traditional homes thanks to its decidedly California cool vibe. The International-style abode seamlessly unites indoor and outdoor spaces through an abundance of outdoor living areas, skylights, and glass walls. The sleek seven-bedroom home boasts a concrete fireplace, wood built-ins, a teak-paneled ceiling, a koi pond, ample guest quarters, and a private master suite complete with a secluded garden. The cost of admission: $14.5 million. Click here to view the full listing.

2. All of your friends would go to church if you lived here.
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Talk about heavenly. This $15.7 million converted church in London’s cosmopolitan North Kensington neighborhood blends traditional elements with a plethora of modern amenities. The 6,167-square-foot residence features soaring ceilings, a private patio (with a waterfall), original stained glass windows,  heated parquet floors, Lutron lighting, and electronic Velux windows. All four of the home’s bedrooms include en suites and there are three walk-in wardrobes -- enough to satisfy any fashionista. Click here to view the full listing.  

3. Architect Grosvenor Atterbury, interior designer Mark Hampton and Southampton, New York -- it doesn’t get any better!
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This majestic turn-of-the-century estate is the handiwork of Grosvenor Atterbury -- the innovative American architect who excelled at creating lavish, traditional homes fit for modern times. Situated on three meticulously landscaped acres in Southampton, this elegant estate includes eleven bedrooms, thirteen baths, nine fireplaces, grand staircases, brick patios, and a Gunite pool. The 14,000-square-foot home also features gracious interiors  by Mark Hampton -- the iconic designer known for his stylish take on traditionalism, which attracted an array of high-end clients, including Estee Lauder and Brooke Astor. The three-story, $18 million home is close to nearby beaches as well as Southampton Village. Click here to view the full listing.

4.  Jefferson’s Monticello in Connecticut, anyone? And its price just dropped $1.6 million.
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Say hello to the “New Monticello.” This full-size replica of Thomas Jefferson’s iconic 18th century Virginia plantation was built in Somers, Connecticut, by the American businessman and Friendly’s co-founder, S. Prestley Blake. Blake, an admirer of Jefferson and fine architecture, enlisted Laplante Construction of Western Massachusetts to bring his “swan song” to fruition. The classic five-bedroom beauty was built using handcrafted bricks from Virginia laid in Flemish bond and features a number of contemporary updates, including a modern kitchen, a geothermal heating and cooling system, and a three-car garage. The price of the monumental, 10,000-square-foot home recently dropped $1.6 million and is now on the market for $4.9 million. Click here to view the full listing.

5.  What does a 1949 Time magazine cover and the best Pacific Ocean views have in common?  Master architect Richard Neutra.
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Feast your eyes on this magnificent Modernist home with a view. Built by Richard Neutra in 1949, the same year that the influential architect appeared on the cover of Time magazine, this residence exemplifies his simple yet striking style. Perched above the Pacific Ocean, the home’s floor-to-ceiling glass walls provide jaw-dropping views of the California coast. The three-bedroom, five-bathroom house features an eye-catching fireplace, a tiled bathroom, and an expansive deck ideal for taking in the stunning surroundings. This immaculate Neutra home will set you back $5.5 million. Click here to view the full listing.