Laura Biles - Your Hill Country Realtor

06/15/2026

🌿 Inspirational indoor-outdoor living is redefining luxury design. In the latest feature from Sotheby’s International Realty, homes across the world, from California to Madrid to London, show how transitions between interior and exterior spaces create a deeper sense of comfort, wellness, and connection to nature.

From folding glass walls to shaded courtyards and lush terraces, today’s luxury homes are designed to extend living beyond four walls and into the landscape itself.

Seamless design and lush landscaping create spaces that feel inviting long before the full heat sets in, writes Elizabeth Fazzare Pacific Palisades, California | Sotheby’s International Realty - Brentwood Brokerage Though summer is typically considered the time for peak outdoor living, a well-desi...

06/14/2026

June is one of the best months to be a gardener. Warm soil, long days, and plenty still to plant. Full guide linked below!

The time is right to fill your space with flowers, vegetables, herbs, and much more

06/13/2026

Relax and take in the luminous beauty of Monet's famed waterlilies at Giverny. 'Nymphéas' from 1907 — painted not to depict a place or moment, but to elicit pure emotion — is the pinnacle of his artistic vision. Comes to auction at on 24 June in The London Sales.

06/11/2026

Big things are coming to the Texas Hill Country 🌿

Kendall County recently finalized the purchase of 321 acres along the Guadalupe River near Boerne, with future plans for public river access, kayaking, tubing, and the county’s first “Blue Trail.” The project reflects the continued investment in preserving the outdoor lifestyle, recreation, and natural beauty that make Boerne and the Hill Country such special places to call home.

A major TX Hill Country river project is moving closer to becoming reality.

06/10/2026

Laura Boller Biles

🎨 Color plays a major role in how buyers experience a home, and the latest feature from Sotheby's International Realty’s “Color Chart” series highlights lilac as a rising tone in luxury interiors. This soft, sophisticated shade is being used to create calm, elegant spaces that feel both modern and timeless. Intentional design and subtle color choices can significantly influence perception, emotion, and overall buyer connection in a listing.

Read the full article here: https://www.sothebysrealty.com/extraordinary-living-blog/color-chart-the-joys-of-lilac-in-the-home/

06/08/2026

Só Pelé! The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off 11 June, and Sotheby's New York has one of football's most-coveted artifacts: Pelé's match-worn number 10 shirt from the 1958 World Cup Final. At just 17, he scored twice in that decisive match, becoming the youngest player ever to score in a World Cup Final — a record that still stands. Estimated at over $6 million, the jersey headlines The Beautiful Game sale on 16 July.

06/06/2026

A testament to the enduring demand for the extraordinary.

In April, the Sotheby's International Realty network successfully negotiated some of the world's most distinctive residences. From iconic waterfronts in Florida to the lush landscapes of Oregon, we are proud to offer our clients a gateway to the world’s most coveted markets.

05/27/2026

🎨 Color plays a major role in how buyers experience a home, and the latest feature from Sotheby's International Realty’s “Color Chart” series highlights lilac as a rising tone in luxury interiors. This soft, sophisticated shade is being used to create calm, elegant spaces that feel both modern and timeless. Intentional design and subtle color choices can significantly influence perception, emotion, and overall buyer connection in a listing.

Read the full article here: https://www.sothebysrealty.com/extraordinary-living-blog/color-chart-the-joys-of-lilac-in-the-home/

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Their courage, service, and dedication will never be forgotten. 🇺🇸