Microsoft executive Steve Berkowitz, head of the MSN online division, got his house featured in this month's 425 magazine, a fancy lifestyle magazine about Seattle's eastern suburbs. Want to live like a high-powered VP? Berkowitz's home has five bedrooms, a luxury spa bathroom with soaking tub, media room, large gourmet kitchen, wine cellar, and a stunning view. My favorite part? Berkowitz's wife Carol explains:

The tile around the tub and throughout the bathroom warms toes — and more. "He leaves his pants there," Carol said. "At first I thought he was just being lazy ... but he likes to warm his clothes."

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