Just over an hour from New York, in the town of New Canaana luxurious property says goodbye to its history as a residence of celebrities. The house, which was the International Star Homewill be dismantled piece by piece before giving way to a new luxury urban development.
This change implies both the demolition of the building and also the possibility of Acquire unique components of a historic construction. From circular windows to carved columns, every detail is offered to the highest bidder.
How was Richard Gere’s mansion that will sell in parts
Built in 1938, the residence was owned by Richard Gere For two years. The actor lA had acquired for 10.8 million dollars To the musician Paul Simon and his wife Edie Brickell. Despite its elegance and privileged location, The house was reluctant in 2022 For a slightly lower amount.
The property had Six bedrooms, eleven bathrooms, library, gym, and a truly giant kitchen. In addition, it offered a secondary house with three bedrooms, a pool, pond, and a garden of more than 3000 square meters surrounded by nature.
The design of the property combined certain original elements of the period with renewed details, which made it attractive for both the fans of the classic style and for collectors of historical architecture. French doors, carved chimneys, recessed libraries and unique windows frames They are the ones who are currently auctioned.
The new real estate complex
The company SBP Homesthe new owner of the land of more than 13 hectares, plans to replace the old mansion with a CExclusive on the nine residential lots. Each plot will be offered without construction, allowing buyers to design their houses to measure, with total architectural freedom.
Prior to total demolition, a company specialized in recovery of historical pieces, Hudson Valley House Partsis marketing numerous original components of the property. From steel windows with nautical frames to the blue stone of the garden, everything is available for those who want a piece of history in their collection.
One of the most prominent articles is the Brocal of the wella molten stone structure of great value. According to the company, the disassembly process was carried out for weeks to Preserve the integrity of each piece.
This closure also marks a personal stage for Gere, who along with his wife Alejandra Silva, was definitively installed in Madrid.
Source: Ambito
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