Discovery Land Company champions 'barefoot luxury' and family time in second homes
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- Discovery Land Company, founded by Mike Meldman, develops private membership communities globally, focusing on a unique lifestyle that integrates nature with hospitality services.
- The company emphasizes "barefoot luxury," prioritizing time spent with loved ones over material possessions and offering outdoor, wellness, and culinary programs for all ages.
- Notable developments include communities in Hawaii, Montana, and the Hamptons, with a recent addition of Oahu's first high-rise private club community, Mohala.
Mike Meldman, founder of Discovery Land Company, champions a philosophy he calls "barefoot luxury," defining the ultimate luxury not by ownership of a home, but by the quality of time spent with loved ones. This concept forms the core of the company's approach to developing second homes and private communities.
Founded in 1994, Discovery Land Company has established over 40 private membership communities across the globe. Rather than simply providing residences, the company curates a distinctive lifestyle that harmoniously blends nature with sophisticated hospitality services. Their developments are designed to integrate seamlessly with the natural environment, eschewing ostentatious displays for a more grounded, authentic experience.
A key characteristic of Discovery Land Company's communities is the provision of tailored outdoor, wellness, and gourmet experiences designed for the entire family, from children to parents. This focus on shared activities and well-being underscores their commitment to fostering meaningful connections among residents.
Time is the ultimate luxury.
The company's "barefoot luxury" ethos is vividly illustrated in its prime locations. Developments include Kลซkiสปo and Mฤkena on Hawaii's Big Island and Maui, respectively, as well as North Shore Preserve on Kauai. More recently, they launched Mohala, Oahu's first high-rise private club community. In the continental U.S., they have shaped unique residential cultures at the Yellowstone Club in Big Sky, Montana, and The Hills in the Hamptons.
Meldman reiterates that "time is the ultimate luxury," emphasizing that the true value of a second home lies in the meaningful moments shared with family and friends, rather than the mere act of possession. This perspective guides the company's development strategy, aiming to create environments where cherished memories are made.
The time spent with loved ones is the true value of a second home, more so than owning the house itself.
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Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.
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