REFINED APPROACH

Patti Skirving and Julie Hartvigsen are a real estate team with Compass specializing in high-end properties on the North Shore. Known for their personalized approach and deep market expertise, they focus on delivering a seamless experience through tailored strategies, discretion, and thoughtful client service. Their work emphasizes lifestyle-driven marketing and strong relationships with trusted industry professionals to support every stage of the transaction.

What trends are shaping the high-end real estate landscape right now?
We’re seeing a shift in high-end real estate toward homes that are deeply personalized and technologically seamless. Buyers are more focused on wellness-oriented spaces, move-in-ready condition, and convenient locations, prioritizing time, peace of mind, and quality of life over sheer size or showiness.

How do you define “exceptional” in today’s luxury market?
In today’s luxury real estate market, “exceptional” is defined by uncompromising quality, meticulous craftsmanship, and a level of personalization that reflects how people truly live. It goes beyond impressive finishes to include thoughtful design, curated amenities, and seamless functionality that elevate daily life. An exceptional home delivers a refined, effortless lifestyle experience that feels both distinctive and deeply personal.

How do you position a premium property to stand out in a competitive market?
A premium property stands out by clearly conveying what makes it truly exceptional. This calls for a highly personalized marketing strategy tailored to discerning buyers who value superior craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and distinctive features beyond expected luxury. A high-touch approach, grounded in deep property expertise, positions the home around lifestyle, personalization, and experience—using refined photography and storytelling to show not just its quality, but how it elevates the way buyers live.

The Patti + Julie Team are with Compass’s Winnetka office, 568 Lincoln Avenue, 847-924-4119 (Skirving), 773-266-9850 (Hartvigsen), [email protected], [email protected], compass.com/agents/pattiandjulie-team.