Wealthy clients turn to ‘private compounds’, says top designer
Taylor Howes founder reflects on how HNW wish lists have changed over the last three decades, from double basins to observatories & wellness pavilions.
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Wealthy clients turn to ‘private compounds’, says top designer
Taylor Howes founder reflects on how HNW wish lists have changed over the last three decades, from double basins to observatories & wellness pavilions.