Melissa Gillespie

Oceanside

Editor at Luxury Pools + Outdoor Living

PR professional (translation industry), editor at @OceanHomemag and @LuxuryPoolsMag, community relations at @northshoremag. Love hiking and paddle boarding.

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Articles

Home of the Week: Ocean Club Estates Penthouse Retreat

1 week ago | oceanhomemag.com | Melissa Gillespie

Location: Paradise Island, The BahamasPrice: $7,500,000Bedrooms: 4Bathrooms: 4 Full, 1 HalfSquare Footage: 7,224Listing Agent: Tim Rodland, Rodland Real Estate (View Listing)An extraordinary penthouse offering the ultimate in island luxury has just hit the market at $7.5 million. Located within the prestigious Ocean Club Estates on Paradise Island, The Bahamas, this exclusive residence captures the essence of coastal elegance and Caribbean sophistication.
Home of the Week: A Yachtsman's Dream Retreat on Florida’s Emerald Coast

2 weeks ago | oceanhomemag.com | Melissa Gillespie

List Price: $6,499,000Location: 239 Yacht Club Drive, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548Bedrooms: 5Bathrooms: 6Interior Space: 15,777 sq. ft. (home and recreation center) + 6 car garageListing Agent: Livin Right Real Estate, Matthew McGee, Property DetailsDiscover Florida’s ultimate luxury waterfront retreat, where elite living meets effortless recreation.
Marketing Strategies for Architects and Design-Build Firms

3 weeks ago | oceanhomemag.com | Melissa Gillespie

In a recent live event hosted by Ocean Home Magazine, experts gathered to discuss the critical strategies for marketing architecture and design build businesses in today’s competitive market. The session, “Elevate Your Brand: Strategies for Marketing Your Architecture and Design Build Business,” offered valuable insights on how firms can strengthen their brand presence, effectively communicate their expertise, and ultimately attract more clients.
Home of the Week: Tranquil Masterpiece on the Island of Paros

1 month ago | oceanhomemag.com | Melissa Gillespie

Price: €9,500,000Area: 486 square metersBedrooms: 8Bathrooms: 9For more information: https://sothebysrealty.gr/properties/oceana/ Tucked away on the idyllic Greek island of Paros, Oceana is a rare gem currently offered by Greece Sotheby’s International Realty. This striking eight-bedroom, nine-bathroom villa offers sweeping views of the Aegean Sea and a layout designed for seamless indoor-outdoor living.
Simple, Stylish Ways to Refresh Your Outdoor Space This Season

1 month ago | luxurypools.com | Melissa Gillespie

As the weather warms up, outdoor spaces naturally become an extension of our homes—a place to relax, entertain, and enjoy the fresh air. Whether you’re working with a compact courtyard or a sprawling backyard, even small updates can make a big visual impact. We caught up with Adam Kober, founder of Newport Beach-based Kober Design Group, whose landscape designs are known for their effortless blend of sophistication and functionality.
Home of the Week: Florida's Ultimate Luxury Waterfront Escape

1 month ago | oceanhomemag.com | Melissa Gillespie

Address: 239 Yacht Club Drive, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548Price: $6,499,000Area: 7,000 square feet of living space + 8,000 square feet of recreational spaceBedrooms: 5Bathrooms: 7For more information: Matthew McGee, Guthrie Schofield GroupTucked away near Destin, Florida, this extraordinary waterfront estate offers a rare combination of privacy, elegance, and resort-style amenities.
Poolside Perfection at Oceana in Paros

1 month ago | luxurypools.com | Melissa Gillespie

With panoramic views of the Aegean Sea, Oceana on the Greek island of Paros is the epitome of Mediterranean luxury. The private pool, framed by low-maintenance Mediterranean gardens, anchors the home’s impressive outdoor entertaining space. Guests can unwind at the chic outdoor bar, rinse off under the open-air shower, or dine under one of several shaded pergolas—all thoughtfully arranged to maximize views, privacy, and comfort.
Succulent Landscaping Ideas: How to Plant and Care for Succulents Outdoors

1 month ago | luxurypools.com | Melissa Gillespie

Succulents bring a variety of benefits into the home. Along with purifying the air, boosting our moods, and decreasing stress, they also add humidity to the air and beauty to our homes. We wondered if we could bring their magic outdoors, so we asked Paris Lalicata, Head of Plant Education and Community at The Sill, for guidance on planting and caring for succulents around pools and patios. Are succulents a good choice to plant around a pool? Why?
A Resort-Style Backyard in Frisco, Texas

1 month ago | luxurypools.com | Melissa Gillespie

When a family in Frisco, Texas, began searching for the perfect lot to build their dream home, they weren’t just looking for curb appeal—they were envisioning an entire resort experience in their own backyard. With a 12,000-square-foot canvas and a vision for non-stop entertaining, their dream took shape with the help of Randy Angell Designs, Elite Outdoor Living, and MLD Custom Homes. The result? A breathtaking, amenity-rich oasis that blurs the line between luxury living and outdoor indulgence.
Home of the Week: Exclusive Waterfront Estate on Little Pleasant Bay

1 month ago | oceanhomemag.com | Melissa Gillespie

Address: 40 Toms Hollow Lane, Orleans, MAPrice: $5,900,000Area: 4,000 square feetBedrooms: 6Bathrooms: 7For more information: Tony Guthrie & Alfred Schofield, Guthrie Schofield GroupDiscover one of Cape Cod’s most exceptional waterfront properties at 40 Toms Hollow, a private four-acre estate nestled along the pristine shores of Little Pleasant Bay.