17 Breathtaking Mediterranean Homes

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From Morocco to Miami and Santa Barbara to San SebastiĂĄn,  Mediterranean home design encompasses a variety of styles steeped and history and influences. One thing is certain: It's a style that endures and continues to gain fans throughout the years. With careful planning and a skilled architect, modern Mediterranean-style homes can combine features that blend the best of old world style with modern lifestyles.

Mediterranean architecture became popular in the early 20th century in places like Southern California, Texas, and Florida: areas that enjoy warm climates similar to the countries and cities along the Mediterranean Sea. While styles vary they share an emphasis on the home as a retreat and sanctuary and offer easy access to the outdoors via wide doors and windows, terraces, atriums, and patios. Notable architects who used Mediterranean influences in their designs include Bertram Goodhue, George Kaufmann, Julia Morgan, and Wallace Neff.

Forms of Mediterranean architecture include:

  • Spanish Colonial and Spanish Colonial Revival
  • Mediterranean Revival
  • Italian Villa
  • Mission Revival
  • Neo-Mediterranean, which is also known as Spanish style 
  • Spanish Eclectic

Key features of Mediterranean home design include:

  • A connection and easy transition between indoors and outdoors
  • Spaciousness created by high-beamed ceilings and archways
  • Eclectic: mixing old styles with modern tastes
  • Red-tile roofs
  • Arches above doors, windows, and porches or balconies
  • Rough-hewn wood or carved doors
  • Ceramic tile
  • Wrought-iron ( not rod iron) grillwork and railings
  • An emphasis on natural materials
  • Outdoor spaces, like patios, courtyards, balconies, terraces, etc.
  • Outdoor water features : fountains, ponds, pools, etc.

Join us for an international tour of magnificent Mediterranean homes, from petite properties to expansive estates.

Spanish-Style Flair

Inspired by Spanish Revival architecture of the early 20th century, this home designed by  CW Architecture  of Scottsdale, Arizona, was built in 2011. Among the one-story home's Mediterranean features are smooth stucco, Cantera stone , clay tile accents, reclaimed wooden doors, and a Spanish style entry courtyard .

Estate with a Private Winery

On 12 acres in Northern California's Los Altos hills is a Mediterranean home with a private winery and four acres of vineyards. Designed by Noel Cross Architects , the idea for this structure was influenced by buildings of Italy's Tuscany region. The architects imported salvaged clay barrel tiles from Europe for the winery's roof and used integral color plaster for exterior and interior walls. Features that are distinctly Tuscan include minimal eave overhangs, vertically proportioned window and door openings, the plaster walls, clay roof, and arched loggia .

Montecito Mediterranean

In the beautiful seaside town of Montecito, near Santa Barbara, the owners of a Spanish Colonial Revival enlisted the help of  Thompson Naylor Architects to remodel an existing patio. Teaming with the interior designer and landscape architect, the firm designed a roofed enclosure and integrated the patio with a private pool and garden. 

Tuscan Home in the Rockies

Far from the Mediterranean or at least Mediterranean climates,  Centre Sky Architecture  designs and builds ranches, resorts, and custom homes in the Rocky Mountains. A Tuscan-inspired home might be the last thing you'd expect in a mountain town, but that affinity for working with natural materials translates well with this rustic, modern Mediterranean. This 4,500 square-foot home is surrounded by meadows of wildflowers. On the outside, rich and varied materials include recycled, old planking, stone, slate roofing and stucco, and copper to add a rich texture.

Carmel Valley Hacienda

All but destroyed in a previous remodeling attempt, architect Tom Meaney was challenged with restoring and rethinking a 1920s estate. Most of the interior needed to be removed and reconfigured to both reflect the original style of the house and incorporate features and updates to bring it current with contemporary lifestyles. Working with landscape architect Joni Janecki and Associates and contractor Rocky Maguire , Meaney built a stunning hacienda near Monterey, California, with a large courtyard that is a main feature. 

Spanish/Mediterranean features include handmade roof tiles, brushed cedar windows, and hand-painted ceramic tiles.

El Rancho in Austin, Texas

Located in the Austin, Texas, suburb of Georgetown, this 7,000 square-foot estate is thoroughly modern but uses Mediterranean materials like rough stone, smooth plaster, terra cotta, and features like fountains , arches, and a tile roof. The RJSB Ranch was a joint project of builder  Steve Richmond Fine Homes  and  J. Bryant Boyd Architecture .

Montecito Mediterranean Home

A mecca for Mediterranean style homes, this estate in the California coastal town of Montecito had a large, thirsty lawn that needed to be replaced with something more drought tolerant .  Montecito Landscape  created a gravel patio edged with columnar Italian cypress trees . Other indigenous plants that surround the central pond, fountain, and estate include California natives like rosemary, sages, lavender, and marina strawberry tree ( Arbutus 'Marina').

Spanish Revival Home

A two-story Spanish revival home in Parkland, Florida, needed continuity among separate sections of its front yard. With a focus on the front entrance,  Dreamscapes by Zury  combined various plants and rocks to draw the eye both up and outward to the edges of the property. Dreamscapes brought elements together by creating a pattern in the rock gardens that allows the landscape to flow from one area to the other.

Using plants native to the region, Dreamscapes' goal was to enhance the home's Mediterranean beauty and not have any landscape features overshadow it. e only want to enhance the beauty of the home, not overshadow it. Tall, slim cypress trees do not block features like the home's arched windows and doors, while curving palm trees repeat the shapes.

Orange County Mission Influence

Most of the homes in California's Orange County were built during the housing boom after World War II. Since the mid 1960s architectural styles of the region have often been influenced by the nearby missions (like San Juan Capistrano) and earlier Spanish Colonial Revival buildings of the area. Conceived by  Glover + Graham Design Collective  this home and landscape combine classic Mediterranean details that make it look like a very well-maintained older home with some subtle, more modern tweaks.

Textural Mediterranean Home Masterpiece

A multi-level Mediterranean house features a rough-stone facade, iron grillwork, and red-tile roofing. To echo that old world look,  Ancient Surfaces  used authentic limestone in the courtyard, which reflects the color and textures found throughout the home.

A 1930s Spanish Colonial

A 1930s-built one-story Spanish Colonial home in LA's Mar Vista area received a smart and period-appropriate update by owners and architects  Hsu McCullough . Among the upgrades: repurposed rustic lumber, vintage steel windows, and carved-wood doors. The architects also added a private outdoor living spade that include a fire pit and raised decks.

Mediterranean Revival Bungalow

Sarasota, Florida, is famous for its post-World War II architecture, known as Sarasota Modern. This petite bungalow in downtown Sarasota's Burns Court district was built in the mid 1920s by architect Thomas Reed Martin. Working with interior designer Ellen Hanson ,  Nautilus Homes  patched and refinished flooring, reconfigured the bungalow's roof, replaced all windows. Exterior walls were built varying levels to offer privacy in some areas, yet allow passersby to view the bungalow's clean design and smooth, off-white stucco.

The project is a standout for its simplicity, use of materials that are distinctly Mediterranean Revival, and retaining the home's architectural and historical integrity. Heavy or excessive ornamentation would have dwarfed the home. Instead, we see hints of its origins in the terra cotta roof tile, ceramic tile porch, simple iron handrail, and the Moorish/Moroccan detail above the windows and doors. 

A Garden Inspired by a Honeymoon

An enclosed courtyard garden is a place to relax and provides a calming entry to a 1920s-era house in LA's Hancock Park neighborhood. To achieve this, Naomi Sanders Landscape Design had a central ornamental pear tree pruned for a more sculptural effect. Sanders chose a minimal planting pallet to emphasize texture, using shades of green, white, red, dark purple, and even black. Hardscape design connects with the homeowners' honeymoon: it reminds them of a path they took on a romantic walk to a restaurant in Spain.

The texture and color of the concrete was custom matched to the home's exterior and architectural elements. Mediterranean garden plants include pittosporum , pomegranate , dianella, liriope, privet , azalea , and Japanese maple 'Bloodgood'.

Miami Beach Mediterranean Modern

Built in 1934 for the Hoover family of Hoover vacuum fame, this Mediterranean Modern home in Miami features classic architectural elements like stucco walls, red-tile roofing, arched windows and doors, wrought-iron grillwork, and brick outdoor surfaces.  Margaux Interiors  worked with furnishings collected by the owner during her worldwide travels. The house is 5,000 square feet, has six bedrooms, five bathrooms, and lots of breathtaking gardens.

Croatian Mediterranean Home

In the small Croatian village of Bicine is a modern interpretation of Spanish Colonial architecture known as Hirundo Rustica. Designed by Rosa Gres , the multi-family house (which is rented out for travelers), features rugged stonework, a terra cotta roof, patios with two swimming pools, courtyards , walkways, water features, saunas, and a children's play area.

Mediterranean Landscaping

A home and guest cottage in San Rafael, California, received a new driveway and landscaping that complement its classic California-Mediterranean architecture. Nearly half of the driveway paving was removed; in its place is flagstone paving and decomposed granite (DG). Designed by  Simmonds & Associates , the garden and planters feature natives that harmonize with the house.

Spanish Eclectic Modern

Parkland Estates in Tampa, Florida, is an upscale neighborhood that features both new and old homes in a variety of architectural styles. This one is considered Spanish Eclectic Modern, and Hittmeier Design Consultants oversaw updates that included a swim-up bar, stairs, awnings, and grillwork. 

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Immersive Scottsdale Mansion Tour: $9M Mediterranean with Scenic Views

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Touring a $8,999,000 Mediterranean Mansion with Mountain & City Views in Scottsdale, Arizona

Welcome to this week's special tour where we explore one of the most exquisite homes currently on the market in Scottsdale, Arizona. Set within the prestigious Upper Canyon community in Silverleaf, this custom-built Mediterranean-style mansion offers unparalleled luxury and breathtaking views of both mountains and cityscapes.

A Property That Epitomizes Elegance

When stepping foot into this $8,999,000 mansion, it becomes clear that no expense has been spared in its construction. Built in 2009 by renowned architects and designers, this residence exudes elegance and sophistication from every corner.

The Mediterranean-inspired architecture infuses classic elements like stucco exteriors, grand archways, and detailed craftsmanship throughout. The attention to detail is remarkable, with intricate moldings and hand-carved accents adding a touch of opulence to each room.

Unrivaled Mountain & City Views

One of the standout features of this magnificent estate is its panoramic views. From the moment you step onto the property's expansive terrace or luxurious infinity pool area overlooking the valley below, you are greeted by awe-inspiring vistas that capture both picturesque mountain ranges and glittering city lights.

Amenities Fit for Royalty

No luxury has been overlooked in this dream home. With over 12,000 square feet of living space spread across multiple levels, there are ample opportunities for relaxation and entertainment.

  • The gourmet kitchen with state-of-the-art appliances is a culinary enthusiast's dream come true.
  • An elegant formal dining room sets the stage for memorable evenings with loved ones.
  • A private home theater provides the ultimate entertainment experience.
  • A well-appointed library offers a quiet retreat for book lovers.
  • The sprawling master suite boasts its own private balcony, a spa-like bathroom, and stunning views from sunrise to sunset.

Furthermore, the property features multiple outdoor spaces, including beautifully manicured gardens and courtyards, perfect for hosting extravagant events or enjoying peaceful moments of solitude.

A Coveted Location

Nestled within the coveted Upper Canyon community in Silverleaf, this Mediterranean mansion offers unparalleled privacy and exclusivity. Surrounded by the serene desert landscape and nestled against the McDowell Mountains, residents can enjoy both tranquility and convenience. The community provides access to world-class amenities such as championship golf courses, upscale shopping centers, fine dining establishments, and top-rated schools.

Ultimately, this $8,999,000 Mediterranean-style mansion in Scottsdale exemplifies luxury living at its finest. From its breathtaking mountain and city views to its meticulously designed interiors and enviable location within Arizona's most prestigious community, this home is a true masterpiece that allows residents to indulge in an unparalleled lifestyle of elegance and sophistication.

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20 Stunning Mediterranean Mansions

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Mediterranean architecture is a unique look that combines the look and architectural elements of several Mediterranean countries. Some of the biggest influences have come from Spain, Portugal, and Italy.

Over time, countries from all over the Mediterranean region have all contributed elements of the style that influence our take on the style. Today, Greece, France, even the Balkans, Turkey, Morocco, and even Algeria inspire the style that are often seen in the states with a strong Spanish history, such as California and Florida.

Some of the key elements often seen on these styles of homes include, arches, red tiled roofs, and rough or rugged looking plaster that was made to appear like plastered adobe. Other details might include decorative carvings and big, heavy doors, terra-cotta floors, and stucco walls. Many people like the Mediterranean look of a home.

There is something mysterious and intriguing about the design and gives you a feeling that you have stepped back in time to another place an era. Houses of any size can be built using the Mediterranean design, however, large homes and mansions are some of the most common to see, and some of the most impressive.

If you love the Tuscan, Southwestern, Moroccan or Spanish Mediterranean look, you can create the same design styles for your home. Here are some tips.

Architectural details for Mediterranean homes

When you see a Mediterranean style home, there are many similarities among the homes in architectural details. Depending on your personal taste, your preferences, your budget and builder, certain details will vary, however, here are some common features to see on any Mediterranean style home:

Balconies with arched windows and doors, stucco exteriors, terra-cotta tiles, stately columns, wrought iron gates, brick and wood shingles, stone, a low-pitched tile roof, solid antique wood door with knocker, courtyard, patio or lanai. Warm browns, golds and yellows, cream, terra-cotta, and shades of reds or rust, are common colors to see the exterior painted.

Landscape is as equally important to keep in synch with the style of the home. You will want to choose plants and foliage that go with the Mediterranean look. Water fountains, walkway lighting, garden areas of walkouts and patios, and gravel walks are ways to give your yard a touch of class and Mediterranean style.

Interior details

A Mediterranean home doesn’t stop at the front door. Keep the theme rolling on into the house and here are a few ideas on how to bring this style inside, too. Wrought iron isn’t just for outdoors, it is often used inside a Mediterranean style home, too.

It can be used as stairwell railing, in chandeliers and sconces, or other various areas in the home. High ceilings with rustic wood beams are popular in this style home, along with bright kilim textiles.

Wood burning stoves are a great addition, especially in an old rustic kitchen dĂ©cor. For a textured look on the walls , layers of glaze and paint can be hand-rubbed onto plaster as well as sand-textured walls to give depth to the walls, making it appear old and old-world. Hardwood flooring or terra-cotta or Mosaic designed tiles on floors, counters, and in bathrooms are both in-tune with this style of home.

Warm, neutral colors that echo earth and sea, are the most common colors seen inside a Mediterranean home. They flow nicely with the theme.

Accessories

Don’t forget about accessorizing your home. The accessories inside your home help complete the look. Choose accessories that have a sense of old world style; Filigree light fixtures, a wrought iron fireplace screen, or place a couple bronze urns on a shelf or mantel, as an example. Painted ceramics, glazed vases, rustic candleholders, among other pieces, can really add to your Mediterranean theme.

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10 Historic Homes You Can Virtually Tour

Our list ranges from Buckingham Palace to the Frida Kahlo Museum to the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum.

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Buckingham Palace, London, England

Buckingham Palace, London, England

If you’ve ever wanted to see how the Queen of England lives without having to leave your house, now is your moment. Since 1837, Buckingham Palace has been the official London home to the monarchy of the United Kingdom. Although the palace is still Queen Elizabeth’s primary residence, the State Rooms are available to visit every year during the summer. In total, Buckingham Palace has 775 rooms, 19 of which are State Rooms, 188 rooms are staff bedrooms, 52 are guest and Royal bedrooms, 78 are bathrooms, and 92 are offices.

Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, Miami, FL

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Vizcaya is a Mediterranean Revival-style villa with Baroque elements that was once the home of businessman James Deering. The estate currently consists of 43 acres, but was previously located on an impressive 180 acres. It took eight years and $15 million to build the villa, and another year to complete the Italian Renaissance-style gardens and Vizcaya Village, which consists of 11 buildings across 12 acres, including greenhouses, fields, staff quarters, a garage, barns, and workshops.

The Frick Collection, New York, NY

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This Beaux Arts-style mansion located on the Upper East Side of Manhattan was once home to Henry Clay Frick, one of the most prominent industrialists during the Gilded Age. Expect to see Old Masters paintings, decorative arts, and European sculptures in this former residence turned art museum. The Frick Collection is located on Fifth Avenue and is one of the last remaining Gilded Age mansions in New York City. It became a museum in 1935, and since then, the public has been able view Frick’s expansive collection of artwork, which includes Rembrandt, Gainsborough, Whistler, Bellini, Vermeer, and Goya, to name a few.

Monticello, Charlottesville, VA

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At just 26 years old, future President Thomas Jefferson inherited a plantation in rural Virginia. An architecture enthusiast, Jefferson himself devised a combination of Neoclassical and Palladian architecture for the estate that would come to be known as Monticello. It is now a National Historic Landmark, and, along with the University of Virginia—which was also one of Jefferson’s designs—a UNESCO World Heritage Site. If Monticello looks familiar to you, it’s probably because it’s on the reserve side of the nickel.

Frida Kahlo Museum, Mexico City, Mexico

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In 1958, just four years after Frida Kahlo’s death, her eye-catching, bright blue house in Mexico City became a museum. Not only was Frida Kahlo born and raised in this historic home, it was also where she lived with her husband and fellow painter, Diego Rivera, and later, where she passed away. Diego Rivera donated the house in 1957 so that it could be turned into a museum in honor of his late wife. Kahlo’s house has since been operating as both a historic house museum and an art museum for over 60 years, and it is now the most visited museum in Coyoacán. Artworks by both Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera are on display in the home.

Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, Boston, MA

Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, Boston

The onetime home of Isabella Stewart Gardner was built in 1903 and is a designated Boston Landmark. As is evident when looking at the home's Instagramable courtyard, the building was inspired by a 15th-century Venetian palace. Isabella Stewart Gardner once said that she wanted her extensive art collection to be exhibited “for the education and enjoyment of the public forever.” Well, so far, so good! The museum is home to American, Asian, and European art, including paintings, tapestries, sculptures, and decorative arts.

Lyndhurst Mansion, Tarrytown, NY

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This spooky Gothic Revival mansion, built in 1838, was once the home of railroad tycoon Jay Gould. It sits on 67 acres and overlooks the Hudson River. The National Historic Landmark home was used as a filming location for The Blacklist, Project Runway, House of Dark Shadows, and Night of Dark Shadows, to name a few. Former owner Jay Gould had a 243-foot yacht built so that he didn’t have to take the nearby railroad built by his archnemesis, Cornelius Vanderbilt. Talk about rich people problems...

Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon, VA

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Mount Vernon began as a one-and-a-half story home built by George Washington’s father, Augustine, in 1734. It went on to become the plantation of George and Martha Washington, the first President and First Lady of the United States of America. The architectural style of the home is described as loose Palladian, which is a European style inspired by Ancient Greek and Roman structures. Mount Vernon was expanded twice during George Washington’s lifetime, in the late 1750s and in the 1770s, and it was his home until his death in 1799. In 1858, the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association acquired the historic home and saved it from ruin by restoring it.

The Mark Twain House, Hartford, CT

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Mark Twain (real name: Samuel Langhorne Clemens) lived with his family in this Victorian Gothic-style home from 1874 to 1891. This is where Mark Twain wrote novels like The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, The Prince and the Pauper, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, Life on the Mississippi, A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court, and A Tramp Abroad. It was Mark Twain and Charles Dudley who coined the term “Gilded Age,” given the title of their 1873 novel, The Gilded Age: A Tale of Today. Events held at the home have included appearances by fellow novelists Judy Blume, Stephen King, and John Grisham.

Blenheim Palace, Woodstock, Oxfordshire, England

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To end this list with a bang, look no further than Blenheim Palace, the former home of Consuelo Vanderbilt and her husband, the ninth Duke of Marlborough. It was the $2.5 million dowry of Consuelo’s father, William Kissam Vanderbilt—which translates to $76.8 million today—that made the restoration of this historic palace possible. Blenheim Palace has been used as a filming location for a variety of films, including Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Gulliver's Travels, Cinderella, Spectre, Orlando, Transformers: The Last Knight, Dolittle , and Hamlet . It was also the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill.

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A Tour of the $23 Million Mediterranean-Style Estate

A Tour of the $23 Million Mediterranean-Style Estate

In the heart of Coral Gables, Florida, lies a stunning Mediterranean-style estate that epitomizes luxury waterfront living.

150 Edgewater Drive, a breathtaking property boasting a price tag of $23,000,000, offers an unparalleled blend of elegance, comfort, and sophistication.

Spanning 0.85 acres with a substantial living area of 11,883 sqft, this home is a true masterpiece of architectural and interior design.

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Architectural Grandeur

Built in 2013, the estate features a barrel roof typical of Mediterranean architecture, harmonizing with the scenic surroundings of Coral Gables.

The property impresses with its 180 feet of deep-water frontage and an 80-foot inlet slip, providing direct bay access and a haven for boating enthusiasts.

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Interior Splendor

Inside, the estate features 10 bedrooms and 13 bathrooms, including 11 full baths and 2 half baths.

The flooring, a luxurious mix of marble and wood, complements the high ceilings, creating an airy and expansive feel.

The home’s dual staircases add a touch of elegance and facilitate easy movement between floors.

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Elegant Living Spaces

The property’s living areas are designed to impress, with volume ceilings and arched windows that allow natural light to flood the space.

Built-in features and closet cabinetry add functionality to the stylish interior.

A den/library, office, and two separate maid’s quarters ensure that every need is catered to.

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Gourmet Kitchen and Dining

The elegant kitchen is a chef’s dream, featuring top-of-the-line appliances including a dishwasher, disposal, dryer, free-standing freezer, microwave, refrigerator, wall oven, and washer.

The dining areas, both formal and casual, offer a perfect setting for entertaining guests or enjoying family meals.

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Outdoor Paradise

Outside, the estate shines with its impressive in-ground pool, expansive backyard, and stunning outdoor kitchen.

The barbecue and built-in barbecue facilities are ideal for hosting gatherings, while the open porch and patio provide ample space for relaxation and enjoying the Florida sun.

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Waterfront Luxury

One of the property’s highlights is its ocean access, with no fixed bridges, making it a perfect spot for those who love the water.

The canal front location offers breathtaking views and a serene atmosphere, enhanced by the meticulously designed landscaping.

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Advanced Features and Amenities

The estate is equipped with modern amenities such as central air conditioning, zoned heating, impact glass windows, a wet bar, and two elevators.

The utility room/laundry adds convenience, while the automatic garage door opener and covered parking spaces, including a garage and seven carport spaces, ensure ample parking.

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Community and Location

Located in the prestigious region of Coral Gables, the estate is part of a gated community offering facilities like a bar and boating amenities.

The community’s electric gate ensures privacy and security for residents.

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150 Edgewater Drive is more than just a home; it’s a symbol of luxurious living and architectural excellence.

Its combination of an elegant Mediterranean style, modern amenities, and a stunning waterfront location makes it one of the most desirable properties in Coral Gables.

This estate is not just a residence but a lifestyle choice for those seeking the epitome of elegance and exclusivity by the water.

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In this serene enclave of Coral Gables, every sunrise and sunset becomes a cinematic experience, with the canal and pool providing a mesmerizing backdrop.

The estate’s expansive terraces offer panoramic views, perfect for savoring a morning coffee or an evening cocktail.

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The lush 3/4 to less than 1-acre lot, combined with the estate’s opulent features, crafts an ambiance of a private resort.

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Tour a Malibu Home That Was Designed to Look Like a Mediterranean Resort

By Paola Singer

Photography by Ori Harpaz

Styled by Joanna Williams

Tour a Malibu Home That Was Designed to Look Like a Mediterranean Resort

The stars seem to have been aligned for Lala Reimagined —a West Coast studio founded four years ago by Lia McNairy and Azar Fattahi—right from the get-go. Their very first clients turned out to be dream clients, who hired them, in fairly rapid succession, to design three different properties in California, including this Spanish colonial ranch near the beaches of Malibu.

“Our first project was their house in Los Angeles; we were in the middle of renovating it when the pandemic began and they acquired this property,” Fattahi says. “They put so much trust in our hands, it’s been an unbelievable synergy of a relationship.” The clients, Anjannette Padilla-Ryan, a clinical psychologist, and her husband, Tom Ryan, president and CEO of Paramount Streaming, made the purchase with the goal of having a place to retreat to with their three school-aged children.

“It’s only a 45-minute drive in good traffic but it just feels like hundreds of miles away,” Ryan says. “The kids can run around and go to the beach.” Perched on a Malibu hilltop surrounded by five acres of greenery, with ocean views to the south and mountain views to the north, east, and west, the 6,000-square-foot home does indeed seem like a faraway retreat. Taking advantage of the idyllic setting, Lala Reimagined’s team set out to create a space that called to mind the Argentario coast of Tuscany, specifically the rustic yet glamorous Il Pelicano , an iconic resort awash in sunny yellow and fresh green hues.

“We wanted it to feel like they traveled to one of their favorite spots in France or Italy, like a beautiful boutique hotel on the Mediterranean,” says McNairy, who worked as a creative director in the fashion industry before teaming up with Fattahi. “We used a lot of wicker, a lot of vintage pieces sourced from flea markets, and also high-end pieces, but nothing too precious.”

The summer vibes are strong in the entryway foyer, where the designers placed two straw armchairs with bright yellow cushions next to a wall hung with colorful ceramic plates. A couple of steps down is the main living area, which has wooden beams on the ceiling and terra-cotta tiles on the floor and is decorated with an eclectic “high and low” collection of furniture: ’60s armchairs with pistachio cushions perched atop wicker frames and a mushroom-shaped ceramic stool from Urban Outfitters .

Sunlight floods into the grand space through a series of French doors, which open onto an elevated veranda with sweeping canyon vistas. Down the hall, in the primary bedroom, the designers veered from the Mediterranean theme to add a bit of SoCal character, seen in an electric blue wooden bed set against a plum wall and in the en suite bathroom in a hot pink woven pendant from Mexican design studio Mestiz .

“We [aim to] source pieces that no one’s ever seen before,” Fattahi says, adding that they are always seeking out design galleries, craftspeople, and antique shops around the world. Most of the pieces in the Malibu house were newly purchased and required a bit of patience. The pink-and-green Milanese tiles in the primary bathroom, for example, took eight months to arrive, and a set of arched cane chairs from a studio in Australia, took all of a year. This was fine with the homeowners, who welcomed the designers’ ongoing presence and even asked them to work on a third property, a 10-acre estate in Palm Springs. “We’ve become very close friends,” Padilla-Ryan says. “We work together really well.”

Set on a hillside with views of Malibus mountains and seashore this colonialstyle home feels worlds away from the bustle...

Set on a hillside with views of Malibu’s mountains and seashore, this colonial-style home feels worlds away from the bustle of nearby Los Angeles. Lia McNairy and Azar Fattahi of Lala Reimagined designed the house to look like a resort on the Mediterranean, with special nods to Italy’s Il Pelicano, an iconic 1960s hotel filled with yellow, green, and terra-cotta hues. By the entrance, the yellow-and-black wool rug is by Temple Studio .

In the entryway to the home a pair of canary yellow armchairs by Nada Debs are surrounded by a slew of colorful plates...

In the entryway to the home, a pair of canary yellow armchairs, by Nada Debs , are surrounded by a slew of colorful plates mounted on the wall.

“We were on the hunt for another project when we came across these chairs” says Fattahi of the living rooms vintage...

“We were on the hunt for another project when we came across these chairs,” says Fattahi of the living room’s vintage wicker armchairs with draping pistachio cushions. “They shifted the whole design and became what we built the room around.” Though the designers kept the home’s original floors and built-in recessed mantle, they retiled the fireplace with porcelain earth-toned tiles from Wow .

The living room features plenty of natural light thanks to its French doors.

The living room features plenty of natural light thanks to its French doors.

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Another view of the living room which is on the second floor of the home shows a seating area with armless slipcovered...

Another view of the living room, which is on the second floor of the home, shows a seating area with armless slipcovered sofas from CB2 and green Arcade side tables from Crump and Kwash . In the back, by the dining room table, lies a whimsical mirror by Mexico-based artist Lucas Rise.

A custom vanity with portly round legs adds a sculptural quality to this powder room covered in handmade green...

A custom vanity with portly round legs adds a sculptural quality to this powder room, covered in handmade green terra-cotta tiles from Clé . The cast ceramic sconces are from Entler .

The dining area has a custom lighting installation from Cuff Studio made of ropewrapped globes. Green Giraffe chairs by...

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A wet bar area continues the often citrusfocused colorstory of the home.

A wet bar area continues the often citrus-focused color-story of the home.

In the main kitchen  the designers modernized the space with matte Cristina Celestino tiles in dark beige dusty rose and...

In the main kitchen (there’s a second one on the level below, by the pool), the designers modernized the space with matte Cristina Celestino tiles in dark beige, dusty rose, and forest green hues.

A closeup view of the stove and the previously existing copper hood which was restored.

A close-up view of the stove and the previously existing copper hood, which was restored.

Connected to the kitchen via an arched passthrough this family room echoes the palette of the backsplash. A vintage sofa...

Connected to the kitchen via an arched pass-through, this family room echoes the palette of the backsplash. A vintage sofa bought sight unseen from Italy was reupholstered in a pink bouclĂ© fabric. “We took a leap of faith,” Fattahi says, explaining that a European contact sent them a photo of the piece. The tall rattan floor lamps in the back are from Heaps and Woods .

The kitchen downstairs which opens to the pool has pastel cabinets painted in Farrow  Balls Stone Blue.

The kitchen downstairs, which opens to the pool, has pastel cabinets painted in Farrow & Ball’s Stone Blue .

Nearby a dining area is filled with bentwood and natural fiber delights. Blonde ashwood dining table chairs designed by...

Nearby, a dining area is filled with bentwood and natural fiber delights. Blonde ashwood dining table; chairs designed by Martino Gamper .

The downstairs area an open space used for casual gatherings and family time has a Lumin modular sofa from CB2 and a...

The downstairs area, an open space used for casual gatherings and family time, has a Lumin modular sofa from CB2 and a plaster Baron table from Lemieux et Cie .

In the primary bedroom Lala Reimagined veered from the Mediterranean theme to add a bit of SoCal character seen in an...

In the primary bedroom, Lala Reimagined veered from the Mediterranean theme to add a bit of SoCal character, seen in an electric blue wooden bed set against an arched plum recess. The matching throw blanket is from LA’s Kneeland Co .

A cozy corner of the primary bedroom furnished with a curvy cane armchair covered in a mustard velvet Anthropologies...

A cozy corner of the primary bedroom, furnished with a curvy cane armchair covered in a mustard velvet ( Anthropologie’s Heatherfield model ), a vintage powder-coated green chair, and a French ceramic lamp.

These glazed ceramic tiles in the primary bathroom designed by Cristina Celestino for Fornace Brioni took eight months...

These glazed ceramic tiles in the primary bathroom, designed by Cristina Celestino for Fornace Brioni , took eight months to arrive from Italy. “We’re willing to wait to make the magic happen,” McNairy says, tongue in cheek.

Serene mountain views envelop the primary bath whose piĂšce de rsistance is a hot pink wicker pendant by Mexicos Mestiz...

Serene mountain views envelop the primary bath, whose piĂšce de rĂ©sistance is a hot pink wicker pendant by Mexico’s Mestiz studio, sourced by Kneeland Co.

The guest bedroom downstairs has a custommade wood bed vintage fleamarket sconces purchased in Mexico City and a painted...

The guest bedroom downstairs has a custom-made wood bed, vintage flea-market sconces purchased in Mexico City, and a painted elm lamp from Cressida Bell in the UK.

This hexagonshaped mirror by Merve Kahraman has a golden hue matching the colors of the woven fabrics and American white...

This hexagon-shaped mirror, by Merve Kahraman , has a golden hue matching the colors of the woven fabrics and American white oak of the frame.

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<p>With its confectionary-esque pink and white stucco walls and extraordinarily lavish interior, this remarkable old mansion was once a relic of a bygone era. Set on the waterfront in Dunedin, Florida, it was a very fine example of Mediterranean Revival architecture. Photographer Leland Kent of Abandoned Southeast captured the home in all its beauty before it, tragically, met the wrecking ball. Click or scroll to take a final look inside...</p>

Explore this beautiful house condemned to destruction

With its confectionary-esque pink and white stucco walls and extraordinarily lavish interior, this remarkable old mansion was once a relic of a bygone era. Set on the waterfront in Dunedin, Florida, it was a very fine example of Mediterranean Revival architecture. Photographer Leland Kent of Abandoned Southeast captured the home in all its faded beauty before it met the wrecking ball.

Click or scroll through to take a final look inside...

<p>A closer view of the intricate paintings reveals stunning mosaic detail. The glittering chandelier likely dates from the Roaring Twenties, when the house was built. In 1925, businessman Edward Frischkorn began developing a waterfront area in Dunedin, Florida as the Dunedin Isles subdivision. He wanted to create ‘a city within a city’. Picking a prime spot overlooking idyllic Caladesi and Honeymoon Islands, this house was built for him and was originally called Villa Moreno.</p>

Built in the Roaring Twenties

A closer view of the intricate paintings revealed stunning mosaic detail. The glittering chandelier likely dated from the Roaring Twenties, when the house was built. In 1925, businessman Edward Frischkorn began developing a waterfront area in Dunedin, Florida as the Dunedin Isles subdivision. He wanted to create ‘a city within a city’. Picking a prime spot overlooking idyllic Caladesi and Honeymoon Islands, this house was built for him and was originally called Villa Moreno.

<p>Once the height of opulence, this candy-coloured <a href="https://www.loveproperty.com/news/69698/living-room-ideas-for-every-style-and-budget">living room</a> wouldn’t look out of place in a French chateau. In fact, royal palaces and grand villas were a key influence on Mediterranean Revival architecture, which was at its peak during the glitzy Twenties. The hand-carved wood-coffered ceiling is a stand-out feature, looking like pastel pink honeycomb. The columns on the fire surround are miniature versions of the ones in the foyer.</p>

Magical Mediterranean Revival architecture

Once the height of opulence, this candy-colored living room wouldn’t have looked out of place in a French chñteau. In fact, royal palaces and grand villas were a key influence on Mediterranean Revival architecture, which was at its peak during the glitzy Twenties. The hand-carved wood-coffered ceiling was a stand-out feature, looking like pastel pink honeycomb. The columns on the fire surround were miniature versions of the ones in the foyer.

<p>Bursting with character, this dining room is distinct in style from the other downstairs spaces. Instead of pastel pink, it has a masculine look using natural dark wood and navy-blue colour schemes. The beamed wood ceiling dominates with its unusual hand-painted flourishes of flowers and foliage. The beautiful wall mural, shimmering chandelier and floor-to-ceiling windows – crowned with swathes of velvet curtain – make this space look super-dramatic, like walking onto a theatre set.</p>

Dramatic dining room

Bursting with character, this dining room was distinct in style from the other downstairs spaces. Instead of pastel pink, it had a masculine look using natural dark wood and navy-blue color schemes. The beamed wood ceiling dominated with its unusual hand-painted flourishes of flowers and foliage. The beautiful wall mural, shimmering chandelier and floor-to-ceiling windows — crowned with swaths of velvet curtain — made this space look super-dramatic, like walking onto a theatre set.

<p>This downstairs kitchen is homespun hacienda-style, with exposed brickwork, red tile flooring, simple wooden units and a mosaic depicting a Mexican scene. Arches are repeated in the shape of the doorway and the radiant stained-glass window. The house became known as the Kellogg Mansion when William Kellogg bought it in 1934 as a winter home. Despite Kellogg only reportedly <a href="https://www.tampabay.com/life-culture/history/2021/05/26/the-history-of-wk-kellogg-in-dunedin-and-his-mansion/">spending two winters</a> here, the famous name stuck.</p>

Winter home

This downstairs kitchen has a homespun hacienda style, with exposed brickwork, red tile flooring, simple wooden units and a mosaic depicting a Mexican scene. Arches were repeated in the shape of the doorway and the radiant stained-glass window. The house became known as the Kellogg Mansion when William Kellogg bought it in 1934 as a winter home. Despite Kellogg only reportedly spending two winters here, the famous name stuck.

<p>Curving staircases are a signature style of Mediterranean Revival interiors. Notice the cupboard, on the right, neatly hidden behind Moorish keyhole shapes and ornate lattice screens. The house is thought to be the work of renowned American architect Addison Mizner, whose love of Mediterranean and Hispanic cultures defined his designs.</p>

Spanish love affair

Curving staircases are a signature style of Mediterranean Revival interiors. Notice the cupboard, on the right, neatly hidden behind Moorish keyhole shapes and ornate lattice screens. The house was thought to be the work of renowned American architect Addison Mizner, whose love of Mediterranean and Hispanic cultures defined his designs.

<p>If you don’t fancy navigating the winding staircase, you can always take the elevator to the second floor. But don’t expect a boring metal interior, as this lift was lined with luxurious leopard-print velvet! The landing has black marble walls, more murals and intriguing spiral columns that resemble old fashioned telephone wire. The two-story mansion is almost 8,000 square feet and set in more than an acre, with a private dock. </p>

Lift me up!

If you didn't fancy navigating the winding staircase, past residents could always have taken the elevator to the second floor. But don’t expect a boring metal interior, as this lift was lined with luxurious leopard-print velvet! The landing had black marble walls, more murals and intriguing spiral columns that resembled old-fashioned telephone wire. The two-story mansion was almost 8,000 square feet and set in more than an acre, with a private dock. 

<p>The second-floor landing looks more like a grand ballroom than a hallway, with a polished wooden floor and pastel ceiling with painted floral flourishes. During World War Two, the house became a base for US Marines. The military tested tank-like amphibious vehicles, nicknamed ‘Alligators’ by piloting the monstrous machines from the property to the romantically named nearby Honeymoon Island.</p>

Grand base for Marines

The second-floor landing looked more like a grand ballroom than a hallway, with a polished wooden floor and pastel ceiling with painted floral flourishes. During the Second World War, the house became a base for US Marines. The military tested tank-like amphibious vehicles, nicknamed ‘Alligators’ by piloting the monstrous machines from the property to the romantically named nearby Honeymoon Island.

<p>Imagine sitting by this arched window on a sunny day, surrounded by the fine wall paintings, looking down to your private dock and out across the sparkling water. Heavenly! It’s thought the Kellogg family accidentally invented Corn Flakes in 1894, while trying to develop a new vegetarian health food for clients at a spa resort they managed. Today, Kellogg products are sold in 180 countries and the company is valued at about $14 billion.</p>

Billion-dollar cereal flakes!

Imagine past occupants sitting by this arched window on a sunny day, surrounded by the fine wall paintings, looking down to their private dock and out across the sparkling water. Heavenly! It’s thought the Kellogg family accidentally invented Corn Flakes in 1894 while trying to develop a new vegetarian health food for clients at a spa resort they managed. Today, Kellogg products are sold in 180 countries and the company is valued at about $14 billion.

<p>The master bedroom looks fit for a king. It’s dominated by a majestic cherry-wood canopy bed with matching cabinets and has wooden trim adorned with delicate gold-painted carvings. The wood was sourced from the estate of President Thomas Jefferson’s father, called <a href="https://www.tampabay.com/life-culture/history/2021/05/26/the-history-of-wk-kellogg-in-dunedin-and-his-mansion/">Pantops</a>, according to a local newspaper.</p>

Showstopping master suite

The master bedroom looked fit for a king. It was dominated by a majestic cherry-wood canopy bed with matching cabinets and had wooden trim adorned with delicate gold-painted carvings. The wood was sourced from the estate of President Thomas Jefferson’s father, called  Pantops , according to a local newspaper.

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<p>There's plenty of room for getting ready in this adjoining <a href="https://www.loveproperty.com/news/69334/dream-walk-in-wardrobes">dressing area</a>, where the cherry wood and gold trim theme continues. You can see a wardrobe with full-length mirror and a very smart marble surround fireplace. The decoration of the master bedroom and bathroom areas is not original to Kellogg’s time at the house – it was re-vamped by later owners.</p>

Wooden wonderland

There was plenty of room for getting ready in this adjoining dressing area, where the cherry wood and gold trim theme continued. There was a wardrobe with a full-length mirror and a very smart marble surround fireplace. The decoration of the master bedroom and bathroom areas was not original to Kellogg’s time at the house — it was revamped by later owners.

<p>Here's the breathtaking master bathroom with a big marble hot tub. The mansion has a relatively modest five bedrooms, but has six full bathrooms and two half-bathrooms. The emphasis on hygiene may reflect Kellogg's role as co-manager of The Battle Creek Sanatorium with his doctor brother. It was a cutting-edge health resort in its heyday, with celebrity clientele including aviator Amelia Earhart, inventor Thomas Edison, industrialist Henry Ford and First Lady, Mary Todd Lincoln.</p>

Home health spa

Here was the breathtaking master bathroom with a big marble hot tub. The mansion had a relatively modest five bedrooms, but had six full bathrooms and two half-bathrooms. The emphasis on hygiene may reflect Kellogg's role as co-manager of The Battle Creek Sanatorium with his doctor brother. It was a cutting-edge health resort in its heyday, with celebrity clientele including aviator Amelia Earhart, inventor Thomas Edison, industrialist Henry Ford and First Lady, Mary Todd Lincoln.

<p>With opulent marble from floor to ceiling, the master bathroom is a delight to behold. The Jacuzzi tub is big enough to fit four people! Massive mirrors create an optical illusion of repeated space and decoration that’s almost too dazzling to take in. According to <a href="https://www.tampabay.com/life-culture/history/2021/05/26/the-history-of-wk-kellogg-in-dunedin-and-his-mansion/">the son </a>of a former owner, the tub taps ran with salt water, which is believed by many to possess health-giving properties.</p>

Bathing bliss

With opulent marble from floor to ceiling, the master bathroom was a delight to behold. The Jacuzzi tub was big enough to fit four people! Massive mirrors created an optical illusion of repeated space and decoration that was almost too dazzling to take in. According to  the son  of a former owner, the tub taps ran with salt water, which is believed by many to possess health-giving properties.

<p>Adjoining the bathroom is a splendid dressing room with lavish carvings on the table legs. But the star of the show is the remarkable room divider, which is skillfully rendered as a bough of foliage. An astute businessman, Kellogg first put a toy, such as a colouring book, into his cereal boxes in 1909. Resulting in children clamoring for the product, parents being pleased their child was occupied – and Kellogg very happy as adding a toy was much cheaper than adding more cereal.</p>

Floral bower in the dressing room

Adjoining the bathroom was a splendid dressing room with lavish carvings on the table legs. But the star of the show was the remarkable room divider, which was skillfully rendered as a bough of foliage. An astute businessman, Kellogg first put a toy, such as a coloring book, into his cereal boxes in 1909. This resulted in children clamoring for the product and parents being pleased their child was occupied — and Kellogg very happy as adding a toy was much cheaper than adding more cereal.

<p>This upstairs bedroom with sitting room is missing its bed but you can still see the sumptuous fabric canopy in place, with a headboard propped up on the floor. The swathes of artfully draped fabric over the windows give the room a regal look. Notice the beautiful French doors which open up onto a balcony with spectacular views over the water.</p>

Luxury retreat

This upstairs bedroom with sitting room was missing its bed but the sumptuous fabric canopy was still in place here, with a headboard propped up on the floor. The swaths of artfully draped fabric over the windows gave the room a regal look. Notice the beautiful French doors which opened up onto a balcony with spectacular views over the water.

<p>This ensuite bathroom is compact but still has plenty of eccentric decorative details, though the painted croquet scene, ironwork storage holder and blue and lilac colour scheme look a little odd and dated now. Kellogg eventually donated the house to his charity. The <a href="https://www.wkkf.org/">Kellogg Foundation</a> was set up in the 1930s to improve education and health of children around the world. It’s now the seventh-largest philanthropic foundation in the USA.</p>

From flakes to philanthropy

This ensuite bathroom was compact but still had plenty of eccentric decorative details, though the painted croquet scene, ironwork storage holder and blue and lilac color scheme looked a little odd and dated. Kellogg eventually donated the house to his charity. The  Kellogg Foundation  was set up in the 1930s to improve the education and health of children around the world. It’s now the seventh-largest philanthropic foundation in the USA.

<p>Here’s a peek inside another bedroom. This one betrays a distinctly feminine touch, with floral wallpaper, pale pink bedspread and pillows, plus a mother and child religious painting with an ornate gold frame. The house was sold by the Kellogg Foundation in 1946 for $63,500 to William and Caroline Nolan, according to a <a href="https://www.tampabay.com/life-culture/history/2021/05/26/the-history-of-wk-kellogg-in-dunedin-and-his-mansion/">local newspaper</a>. From then on it remained in private ownership.</p>

Pretty in pink

Here’s a peek inside another bedroom. This one betrayed a distinctly feminine touch, with floral wallpaper, pale pink bedspread and pillows, plus a mother and child religious painting with an ornate gold frame. The house was sold by the Kellogg Foundation in 1946 for $63,500 to William and Caroline Nolan, according to a  local newspaper . From then on it remained in private ownership.

<p>Look at this intriguing niche. With an angular shape, dark wood and stained-glass windows, complete with a family crest, this feature wouldn’t look out of place in a medieval castle. Yet the name on the crest, "Matthew", provides a link to another influential owner of this wonderful home.</p>

New era begins

Look at this intriguing niche. With an angular shape, dark wood and stained-glass windows, complete with a family crest, this feature wouldn’t have looked out of place in a medieval castle. Yet the name on the crest, "Matthew", provides a link to another influential owner of this wonderful home.

<p>In the Swinging Sixties, newspaper broker William Matthew bought the mansion and made it his home for the next four decades. He added many of the more flamboyant <a href="https://www.loveproperty.com/news/71465/65-secret-interior-design-tips-from-the-experts">interior design flourishes</a>. For example, this amazing disco room has a fabulous floor painting by famous psychedelic pop art painter, Peter Max. It also has an amazing planetarium ceiling which opens up by remote control so guests can dance the night away underneath the stars. Retro heaven.</p>

Disco inferno!

In the Swinging Sixties, newspaper broker William Matthew bought the mansion and made it his home for the next four decades. He added many of the more flamboyant interior design flourishes. For example, this amazing disco room had a fabulous floor painting by famous psychedelic pop art painter, Peter Max. It also had an amazing planetarium ceiling which opened up by remote control so guests could dance the night away underneath the stars. Retro heaven.

<p>It’s easy to imagine the glamorous parties that might have taken place here. Matthew installed this games room to entertain guests, perhaps once-filled with a pool table, card gaming tables or a slot machine. The stained glass around the door arch is beautiful and very much part of Mediterranean Revival style, as is the mosaic detailing on the internal arches. Notice the lattice covering over the arched window – so guests could party in private, undisturbed by the sunrise.</p>

Party palace

It’s easy to imagine the glamorous parties that might have taken place here. Matthew installed this games room to entertain guests, perhaps once filled with a pool table, card gaming tables or a slot machine. The stained glass around the door arch was beautiful and very much part of the Mediterranean Revival style, as was the mosaic detailing on the internal arches. Notice the lattice that covered the arched window so guests could party in private, undisturbed by the sunrise.

<p>This eye-catching bar definitely has a louche Sixties look to it, with over-the-top leather padding, mosaic inlay and a mirrored ceiling! Matthew was a <a href="https://www.tampabay.com/archive/2002/12/19/newspaper-broker-william-matthew-76/">media mogul</a>, brokering big-time sales and mergers of newspaper companies. He based his business from the house – and it made him extremely wealthy.</p>

Media mogul

This eye-catching bar definitely had a louche Sixties look to it, with over-the-top leather padding, mosaic inlay and a mirrored ceiling! Matthew was a  media mogul , brokering big-time sales and mergers of newspaper companies. He based his business from the house — and it made him extremely wealthy.

<p>Climbing the stairs from the bar to this rooftop tiki bar must have been a thrill for lucky guests. Tiki bars typically serve exotic fruity cocktails and often have a Polynesian theme. You can see this motif reflected in the murals behind the bar. Local artist Don Ringelspaugh was commissioned to paint murals throughout the house. This talented artist also contributed to the decoration of the now-defunct but once nationally famous Kapok Tree Inn restaurant in Clearwater, Florida.</p>

Rooftop tiki bar

Climbing the stairs from the bar to this rooftop tiki bar must have been a thrill for lucky guests. Tiki bars typically serve exotic fruity cocktails and often have a Polynesian theme. You can see this motif reflected in the murals behind the bar. Local artist Don Ringelspaugh was commissioned to paint murals throughout the house. This talented artist also contributed to the decoration of the now-defunct but once nationally famous Kapok Tree Inn restaurant in Clearwater, Florida.

<p>Sipping on a gin fizz in the warmth of this hot tub must have been a truly luxurious experience. You're surrounded by classical-style columns with a waterside view. Notice the Greek Key mosaic design on the tub surround. The soothing pink and white stucco colour scheme adds to the relaxing vibes.</p>

Relax to the max!

Sipping on a gin fizz in the warmth of this hot tub must have been a truly luxurious experience. It was surrounded by classical-style columns and boasted a waterside view. Notice the Greek Key mosaic design etched on the tub surround. The soothing pink and white stucco color scheme added to the relaxing vibes.

<p>Continuing the Moroccan influence first seen in the foyer, this outdoor terrace seeks to seamlessly blend nature with architecture. The repeated smooth arches and latticed wood give an exotic feel, as does the hexagonal shape of the central seating area with colorful, patterned flooring to draw the eye.</p>

Moroccan-style terrace

Continuing the Moroccan influence first seen in the foyer, this outdoor terrace seamlessly blended nature with architecture. The repeated smooth arches and latticed wood gave an exotic feel, as did the hexagonal shape of the central seating area with colorful, patterned flooring that drew the eye.

<p>The idea of bringing architecture into the garden is illustrated nicely, here. The elaborately covered walkway continues the Moorish architectural style as it leads out into the garden full of mature trees and shrubs. The skillfully rendered floral metalwork lining each arch is simply divine.</p>

Exotic outdoors

The idea of bringing architecture into the garden is illustrated nicely here. The elaborately covered walkway continued the Moorish architectural style as it led out into the garden of mature trees and shrubs. The skillfully rendered floral metalwork that lined each arch was simply divine.

<p>The Kellogg mansion exemplifies the grandest sub-type of Mediterranean Revival architecture. It’s designed in a palatial style on a huge scale with classical columns and ornate detailing, drawing inspiration from 16th century Italian Renaissance buildings. Despite being a priceless piece of architectural history, the house was never added to the National Register of Historic Places.</p>

Architectural treasure unprotected

The Kellogg mansion exemplified the grandest sub-type of Mediterranean Revival architecture. It was designed in a palatial style on a huge scale with classical columns and ornate detailing, drawing inspiration from 16th-century Italian Renaissance buildings. Despite being a priceless piece of architectural history, the house was never added to the National Register of Historic Places.

<p>You can get a sense of how sprawling the building is from this shot. It has plenty of intriguing alcoves and niches tucked away inside. The numerous balconies and huge windows are part of the Mediterranean ethos of blending the building into its surroundings to enjoy nature from the many terraces, balconies, patios and walkways. The mansion was put up for sale in 2013 for $4.5 million. But it languished unwanted for seven years.</p>

Languished on the market

You can get a sense of how sprawling the building was from this shot. It had plenty of intriguing alcoves and niches tucked away inside. The numerous balconies and huge windows were part of the Mediterranean ethos of blending the building into its surroundings to enjoy nature from the many terraces, balconies, patios and walkways. The mansion was put up for sale in 2013 for $4.5 million, but it languished unwanted for seven years.

<p>Here’s one of the external walkways with eye-catching mosaic murals. Notice how light and bright the area looks even though it’s undercover. It seemed the mansion's fortunes had recovered when it sold this year for $4 million. But in a devastating blow, the new owners <a href="https://www.tampabay.com/news/real-estate/2021/07/09/one-last-drama-for-kellogg-mansion-in-dunedin-stripping-the-valuables/">plan to tear down</a> this historic house, citing asbestos, mold and structural issues. A demolition permit was recently approved. The owners will build a new home on the site.</p>

Doomed beauty

Here was one of the external walkways with eye-catching mosaic murals. Notice how light and bright the area looked even though it was undercover. It seemed the mansion's fortunes had recovered when it finally sold for $4 million in June 2021. But in a devastating blow, the new owners decided to tear down this historic house, citing asbestos, mold and structural issues. A demolition permit was approved and following its demolition, the owners began to build a new home on the site.

<p>Exploring around the side of the house you’ll find the guesthouse with signature mosaic and red brick flooring. A rumor that <em>James Bond</em> film star, Sean Connery, stayed here is untrue, although one of Bill Matthew’s children was friendly with the Hollywood actor. A <a href="https://www.tampabay.com/news/real-estate/2021/07/09/one-last-drama-for-kellogg-mansion-in-dunedin-stripping-the-valuables/">plan</a> to preserve the guesthouse by transporting it to another location sadly fell through. But the Dunedin city authorities wanted to make a 3D video of the interior as a virtual tour to preserve the property digitally.</p>

Attempt to preserve the property

Around the side of the house, there was a guesthouse with a signature mosaic and red brick flooring. A rumor that  James Bond  film star Sean Connery stayed here is untrue, although one of Bill Matthew’s children was friendly with the Hollywood actor. A previous plan to preserve the guesthouse by transporting it to another location sadly fell through. But the Dunedin city authorities decided to make a 3D virtual tour  of the interior to preserve the property digitally.

<p>Here’s another view of the exterior with a fountain and benches in the foreground. The historic fixtures and fittings inside the mansion are said to be worth <a href="https://www.baynews9.com/fl/tampa/news/2021/07/02/kellogg-mansion-sold--new-owner-says-burglarized-days-after-closing">$100,000 and the new owners made a deal for the city to salvage</a> them before bulldozers moved in. However, in a shocking turn of events, the owners arrived to find the mansion ‘stripped of the valuables promised to the city’, including ironwork, chandeliers and statues. This beautiful old building now waits to be torn down. Leland's new book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/163499356X/">Abandoned Alabama: Exploring the Heart of Dixie</a>, has just been released and features the McDonald house and many more incredible time-worn buildings across the state.</p>  <p>Loved this? <a href="https://bit.ly/31um8w1"><strong>Follow us on Facebook</strong></a> to see more abandoned house tours</p>

Consigned to history

Here was another view of the exterior with a fountain and benches in the foreground. The historic fixtures and fittings that once filled the mansion were said to be worth $100,000 and the new owners made a deal for the city to salvage them before bulldozers moved in. However, in a shocking turn of events, the owners arrived to find the mansion ‘stripped of the valuables promised to the city’, including ironwork, chandeliers and statues. This beautiful old building finally met the bulldozer in February 2022.

Photographer  Leland Kent  of  Abandoned Southeast 's book,  Abandoned Alabama: Exploring the Heart of Dixie , features many more incredible time-worn buildings.

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I toured the only home for sale on Miami's 'Billionaire Bunker,' a private island home to hedge-fund billionaires and celebs. Look inside the $22 million mansion that recently got a $2 million price cut.

  • Miami's Indian Creek Village is a tiny private island of just 34 homes that's been nicknamed "Billionaire Bunker" for the ultra-wealthy and famous people who call it home.
  • The billionaire investor Carl Icahn, the supermodel Adriana Lima, the Spanish singer Julio Iglesias, and the Miami Dolphins coach Don Shula are among the island's elite residents.
  • The island's 42 residents are protected by a private 13-person police force that patrols the perimeter from the water and on land.
  • I toured the only home for sale on the ultra-exclusive island: an eight-bedroom, Mediterranean-style mansion that's now listed for $21.9 million after a $2.1 million price cut. 
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In Biscayne Bay in Miami sits a tiny, high-security private island nicknamed the "Billionaire Bunker" for the wildly wealthy and high-profile people who live there.

The 34-home community, called Indian Creek Village, is home to just 42 people , as of the 2017 census. The billionaire investor Carl Icahn, the supermodel Adriana Lima, the Spanish singer Julio Iglesias, and the Miami Dolphins coach Don Shula are among the island's elite residents .

Beyoncé and Jay-Z also once owned a home on the island, though they sold to a Dutch businessman in 2010 for $9.3 million.

The island is kept safe by a private 13-person police force that that even patrols the perimeter from the water, according to Nelson Gonzalez , a luxury realtor and the senior vice president of EWM Realty International.

Only one home in Indian Creek is for sale: an eight-bedroom, Mediterranean-style mansion that's now listed for $21.9 million after a $2.1 million price cut. On a recent trip to Miami, I got a tour from Gonzalez of the opulent home he's selling.

Here's a look inside the mansion that sits in one of Miami's most exclusive and expensive neighborhoods.

Indian Creek is a village of just 42 people on a tiny private island in Miami's Biscayne Bay.

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It's been nicknamed the "Billionaire Bunker" for its wildly wealthy and high-profile residents, including the billionaire investor Carl Icahn, the supermodel Adriana Lima, and the Spanish singer Julio Iglesias.

The village's 34 homes are built around the perimeter of the island, giving them all waterfront views.

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The center is occupied by an 18-hole golf course and a country club.

Homes in the ultra-exclusive island community rarely go on the market. Right now, there's only one house for sale: an eight-bedroom, Mediterranean-style mansion for $21.9 million.

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The home recently got a $2.1 million price cut.

Nelson Gonzalez, a luxury realtor, gave me a tour of the home, which sits on a 1.2-acre lot.

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Source: Nelson Gonzalez Luxury Real Estate

The home's backyard includes a resort-style pool with a built-in pool lounge.

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Several lounge chairs are scattered throughout the pool area.

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The 9,709-square-foot waterfront home was built in 1977 and remodeled in 2016.

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Alongside the pool is a covered cabana for al fresco dining and entertaining.

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The cabana comes with a grill and kitchen area, and it's outfitted with a TV, lanterns, and ceiling fans.

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The house comes with a private boat dock.

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From the dock, I spotted the headquarters of the Indian Creek Village Police headquarters, which monitors the only entrance to the island.

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The palm trees and resort-like pool area made me feel like I was at a luxury resort rather than a private home.

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After touring the lush grounds, I headed inside the home.

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The home is opulently decorated, with high ceilings and chandeliers.

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The formal dining room includes intricate wood detailing and a painting of Italy.

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A smaller dining area overlooks the backyard.

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The chef's kitchen comes with double ovens and a gas range.

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Just off the kitchen is a family room that opens up to the backyard and pool area.

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Upstairs, the master suite has an office and an en suite bathroom.

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The master suite's private balcony overlooks the pool and the dock.

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The home has eight bedrooms, 10 full bathrooms, and two half-bathrooms.

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One sunny room is set up as a home gym, but it could also be turned into another bedroom.

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And a downstairs bedroom is arranged as a children's slumber-party room, with several bunk beds.

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