Elite Traveler September-October 2017

EXPLORE PROPERTY

Elite LuxuryHomes ONE OF THE WORLD’S MOST ICONIC DIAMONDS AND THE EMINENT ARCHITECT FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT ARE AMONG THE INSPIRATIONS TAKEN TO DESIGN THESE EXTRAORDINARY HOMES, WHICH ARE TUCKED INTO EQUALLY ASTOUNDING CITIES AND COASTAL SETTINGS IN THE US, EUROPE AND BEYOND. Formerly the home of Hollywood songwriter Irving Berlin, this two- bedroom penthouse duplex apartment at 130 East End Avenue combines architectural grandeur and plenty of Hollywood glamour with uninterrupted views over New York City. These views are at their best from the five oversized windows of the living room or from the adjoining landscaped terrace, which can also be accessed from the formal dining room’s sun room. A kitchen and maid’s room complete the lower level, then a circular staircase leads up to the master and second bedroom— both of which also overlook the skyline — along with two bathrooms, a light-filled study and a large terrace. $7.9m, contact Jane R Andrews, licensed real estate broker, jandrews@warburgrealty.com, +1 212 439 4536, warburgrealty.com Opus Beverly Hills, Los Angeles Said to be the most expensive home in Beverly Hills, this mansion spans a vast 20,500 sq ft, within which seven bedrooms and 11 bathrooms can be found. Developed by Nile Niami — a former Hollywood producer turned CEO of Skyline Development — and designed by architect Paul McClean, Opus combines a sleek modern structure and open-plan interiors that make the most of the property’s views with lavish features such as two swimming pools and a 20ft glass waterfall; a 10-car museumwith a gold Lamborghini Aventador roadster and gold Rolls-Royce Dawn; and a champagne vault for 170 bottles of Cristal. The property sits on the city’s revered Billionaires’ Row. $100m, contact Drew Fenton, realtor, drew@drewfenton.com, +1 310 858 5474, opusbeverlyhills.com USA 130 East End Avenue, NewYork

Enjoy the same view that inspired Irving Berlin at 130 East End Avenue

The priciest property in Beverly Hills, Opus is worth every penny