Elite Traveler November-December 2017

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EUROPE Marquesa de Aldama, La Moraleja, Madrid

Architect Federico Sotomayor is behind the striking contemporary design of this high-ceilinged, 21,527 sq ft modern mansion. Set within more than 107,600 sq ft of land in the affluent La Moraleja district, the property benefits from complete privacy while also being characterized for its open-plan design and indoor-outdoor-style living space. Eight bedrooms and the living and dining space are complemented by a spa with a sauna, pool, Turkish bath, Jacuzzi and pool, as well as a squash court and bar. The grounds feature a professional golf green and putting area, outdoor dining areas and outdoor bar. Penthouse, Burlington Gate, London This project by award-winning real estate developers Native Land and renowned architectural practice Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners sits within Mayfair, so is just moments away from the luxury quarter’s high-end boutiques, acclaimed restaurants and world-class art galleries. Taking inspiration fromMayfair’s cultural identity, the building explores the concept of an art gallery-style space, combining fine craftsmanship with innovative architecture and interior design, while also incorporating an arcade that’s home to five art galleries. Inside, the modern, light-filled interiors fuse traditional craft with innovation and bespoke detailing, too. And it’s in the three-bedroom 2,954 sq ft penthouses that the best views can be found, along with external terraces and living and dining areas with finishing touches like underfloor heating. Price on request. Contact Mark Campbell, sales manager, mark. campbell@native-land.com, +44 207 758 3188, burlingtongate.com $13.5m. Contact John Hagelin, director, info@modernhomesworldwide.com, +44 207 095 8700, modernhomesworldwide.com

Sumptuous style in the Spanish capital

London glamour takes an artistic turn at Burlington Gate