Gene Simmons

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Co-founder, bassist, and ‘The Demon” of legendary rock band Kiss has been a longtime superstar and resident of Beverly Hills, California. In 1986, Simmons and his wife, Shannon Tweed, purchased a Beverly Hills abode for $1.34 million. For more than three decades, the property has been home to him and his family as the primary setting for seven seasons of his A&E reality series, “Gene Simmons Family Jewels.”

The once two-acre estate boasted a 3,500 square foot farmhouse which Simmons renovated into an impressive 13,400 square foot mansion for about $12 million. However, the iconic musician decided to bid farewell to his custom-built home in October of last year when the property was listed at $22 million. The home, however, went unsold and was taken off the market before being relisted in March for $25 million. By mid-May, the price had been reduced to $20 million. Now, the property has finally been sold for a $16 million as Simmons claimed he would like “a quieter lifestyle” while planning to relocate to Lake Tahoe.

Down a long winding pathway, the Beverly Hills home rests beyond gated walls and opens to a dramatic entry with sweeping staircases. The palatial space with a two-story foyer and great room with catwalk includes seven bedrooms and eight bathrooms. Two of the rooms have previously encapsulated a Kiss inspired theme but have since been stripped of memorabilia after being listed on the market. Stepping outside, the exterior space offers luxe amenities. The front yard presents a tennis court while the backyard boasts a swimming pool and lush lawn surrounded by patios.

Josh and Matt Altman of Douglas Elliman California represented both ends of this deal.

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Paul Pierce

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In 2009, Pierce purchased the Calabasas home at $6.5 million after winning an NBA title and Finals MVP honors with the Boston Celtics. The Mediterranean style estate, once owned by the “King of Pop” Michael Jackson and football icon Willie McGinest, was first listed on the market by Pierce last year at an asking price of $11 million. After failing to attract potential buyers, the price was lowered to $10 million earlier this year. However, the buyer of managed to reduce the cost even further at a final sale price of $8.7 million. Josh and Matt Altman of Douglas Elliman held the listing and David Watkins of Pinnacle Estate Properties represented the buyer.

Beyond the gates of the celebrity neighborhood known as The Estates at the Oaks, Pierce’s 16,100-square-foot salon colored compound is set on almost an acre of land. Featuring an attached guesthouse and primary suite with a terrace overlooking the outdoor space, the home includes a total of eight bedrooms and 10 bathrooms. Through the dramatic entry of ivy and grand front doors, the space opens to a two-story foyer with a shimmering chandelier and spiral staircase. The interior layout includes formal dining room, casual dining area, living room, a professional chef’s kitchen, and grand glass walls offering a dazzling view of the city. The home’s entertainment options include a cinema room, bar, gym, billiard-room, bowling alley, and Boston themed basketball court.

As Paul Pierce bids farewell to his former Calabasas home, the newly sold property is ready for its next owner.

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The home is 13,377 square feet and comes with an in-home theater, bar, wine cellar, workout room, and a 25,000-gallon infinity-edge pool.

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The contemporary Mediterranean estate has a long private driveway leading to the residence. Past the grand front doors, the home's size and brightness make one pause to appreciate the details.

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The kitchen has two islands and stainless steel appliances and white cabinetry, with effortless flow to the great room that features magnificent views.

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The large master bedroom expands through glass doors to a private, 1,100 sq. ft. private balcony. A fireplace, his & her bathrooms, and two large custom closets complete the suite.

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The backyard has a pavilion with lounge space with seating, and the pool, all enjoying the mountain views.

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The panelists were hosted by Haute Living's Seth Semilof in a dialogue that went into the current outlook of the design industry as the quarantine and shutdown are lifted, their current projects, and the trends they see in the world of design.

Watch the webinar below.

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Highlights from today's webinar:

Ricardo Britto: "The beauty of my current position is that I constantly work with brilliant designers on amazing projects. My role is to guide them with my knowledge of on the Luxury Living brand collections, the hundreds of finishes that we offer, and support them to make all the projects come true... When it comes to selecting finishes and we need to touch fabrics and materials, we are able to also to adapt to that with shipping or even in person with our clients in the showroom."

Hernan Arriaga: "A house well done is a house that is completely functional and balanced. It flows from room to room and there is a sense from beginning to end... I tend to leave a lot of organic materials around my projects. They generate an immediate warmth because people get related to them, (the products) make them feel comfortable."

Shanna Gatanis: "What I'm hearing from fellow friends in development, design and real estate is that markets are moving, and there's some excitement for all of us to see some really positive changes for families and better ways that we can cater to them on a wellness perspective and smart design."

Steven La Fonte: "What I'm noticing now more over this past year is a trend a little bit more towards traditional. It was very modern and and contemporary for a while... I see the remainder of 2020 and going into 2021 as being (that) people want to be more comfortable at home, and having more amenities at their home as well."

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