$30 MILLION DOLLAR PARK VIEW PENTHOUSE - SEE THIS HOUSE

A $29.5 million dollar Park Avenue penthouse on the market - a holiday present for someone?  Anyone?  Anyone?

Listed by Sothebys agent Serena Boardman, this duplex two story home is 12 rooms - 5 bedrooms, 6 baths (3 full + 3 partial) in 6,286 sq. ft.

The apartment is on the 30 and 31st floor of a high end condominium building. 52 large windows, 10 foot ceilings, large rooms including a state-of-the-art kitchen, library and media room.

Love the light colored herringbone wood floors and the very architectural steel stair railing.

Take a tour...

Love the light colored herringbone wood floors in the main living room and bottom floor. (above)

Gleaming state-of-the-art chef's kitchen with stainless steel cabinets (above)

Very cool architectural steel railing on the stairs leading to the 2nd floor. (above)

City rooftop views and a glimpse of Central Park. (above)

2nd floor media room. (above)

Question I always have to ask...would you take it or leave it if money were not an issue but you could only have one home. Hmmm....thinking...I would take it for 5 years then give it to someone else. How does that sound?

Happy Monday!

xo
Coco

P.S. Working on 2014 COCOCOZY collection. Lots to do before the end of the year and so little time. Literally just days and counting.  Some new looks! So excited to share with you.  Will be able to give you a glimpse in January.

P.P.S. Must holiday shop every night this week. I am so behind! Arghhh... Also, have to plan my Christmas Eve dinner...now. Oy.

P.P.P.S. Had a nice weekend with TE. Went to drinks at the Polo Lounge on Friday evening with TE (had a cold glass of champagne and enjoyed the holiday mood at the Beverly Hills Hotel), on Saturday saw a movie with TE and his son EE (we saw The Hobbit!...Had never seen any of these movies and it was quite good), and on Sunday TE and I drove around the beach areas with the top down on TE's convertible (yes, we were driving with the top down on a 75 degree day in December). A nice relaxing weekend.  Should have done at least some of my shopping.  I did none!!!! Yikes.  Help.  Need a personal shopper (or I just need to get to it like most people)!

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BEVERLY HILLS BOUGAINVILLEA - WEEKEND PHOTO

Another photo from the Greystone Mansion garden in Beverly Hills.  Took this last weekend.   Love this glimpse of the garden with so many types of plants including this hot pink bougainvillea intertwined throughout the grasses.  An endless garden with a magnificent city view!

Happy Sunday!

Hope you are having a great weekend.

xo
Coco

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$75 MILLION DOLLAR NYC PENTHOUSE - SEE THIS HOUSE

6 bedrooms, 6 full baths, 2 partial baths in 8,274 square feet of interior space with spectacular Central Park views, this New York City penthouse is listed for a mere $75 million dollars by Sotheby's International Real Estate.

This multi million dollar real estate listing was recently gutted, renovated and redesigned by prestigious NYC interior designer Tony Ingrao.  It takes up the entire top floor of the Time Warner Center Building right in the heart of Manhattan.  High ceilings, media room, laundry center, informal dining room and a smart house system that controls lighting, heating, entertainment systems and window coverings.  This manse in the sky seems to have it all.

Now the question is...if I had $75 million to spare...would I buy this?  Let me think....

Formal dining room boasts spectacular city views and a crystal chandelier! (above)

The all white chef's kitchen is light and cheerful with marble floors, subway tile backsplash, a kitchen island with counter seating and glass upper cabinets. (above)

The master bedroom has wrap around floor to ceiling windows and a large sumptuous canopy bed fit for a queen (above)

A little lavender girl's room...a purple kids room in the sky (above)

The views of Central Park from the penthouse (above)

Must be nice to have an entire floor of a New York City building! (above)

So would you take it or leave it?

I think I would take it if given to me. I may want to spend the $75 million on a few properties if I had to pay for it myself. Thinking though...who knows.

Happy Tuesday!

xo
Coco

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SEE THIS HOUSE: A MODERN HOME RUN - BASEBALL STAR A-ROD'S $38 MILLION DOLLAR MIAMI HOME!

Listed for a mere $38 million dollars by Sothebys International, this Miami mansion is being sold by New York Yankees baseball star Alex Rodriguez (aka A-Rod).

Apparently A-Rod bought this waterfront home a few years back for $24 million...then had it re-done...and now he is selling the nearly 20,000 square foot estate at a premium.

This amazing modern home has 9 bedrooms, 11 baths, 2 partial baths, two private docks, a home theater and much more. 

Here's how this little ol' house is described on the Sotheby's website:

"What Miami dreams are made of. Stunning modern masterpiece with uninterrupted Biscayne Bay and skyline views minutes from South Beach on the island's most coveted residential street. Ultimate privacy guaranteed through gated, walled property line, 16 security cameras and 275 feet of water frontage with two docks. Contemporary, casual design with warm, organic materials including coral rock, white oak floors and Zen gardens make 20,000-plus square feet of over sized rooms feel like an intimate home. South Florida's famous indoor/outdoor lifestyle at its finest with covered terraces, vanishing edge heated pool, outdoor kitchen and rooftop deck. Hurricane-ready with thick impact glass and full-home generator. Standalone gym featuring steam room is fitness fanatic's paradise. Entertain to impress with gourmet kitchen, home theater and surround sound throughout. This is a one of a kind, once in a lifetime residence."

A spectacular view of the water from one of the home's living rooms. (above)

The den seems to have its own open ktichen. (above)

The game room! I notice an Eames chair over on the left! (above)

The master bath features glass walls. (above)

A cozy home theater boasts a huge screen and a super long sectional sofa. (above)

The views of Miami from the outdoor bar lounge area in the backyard. (above)

The very sleek and modern exterior view of the home...a perfect picture! (above)

What do you think of this modern Miami mansion?  Do you like or dislike?  Would you take it if someone offered it to you?

I have never considered living in Miami at all...ever...but if someone just happened to gift me this gem, I'd move...in a heartbeat.  Hello Miami!

Happy Monday!

xo
Coco

P.S. A side note is that on that t.v. show the X-Factor...they have been using A-Rod's house and calling Simon Cowell's home where he auditions contestants.  It looks great on television!

P.P.S.  Had a fun weekend again...was out every night since Thursday...so I am a little tired.  Last night, I went to dinner at a place in West Hollywood called Laurel Hardware...it is awesome. Also had a nice dinner at Mr. Chow on Friday.  The best and most lovely night of all was on Saturday at Cafe Stella in Silverlake. It was like I was on a restaurant tour of L.A. this weekend!

P.P.P.S. Hope you have a nice week ahead!

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SEE THIS HOUSE: A $22 MILLION DOLLAR PENTHOUSE WITH WINDOWS GALORE!

A $22 million dollar view in NYC!  (above)

So if you are into architecture, you've heard of 100 11th Avenue in New York.  The high rise residential building was completed a few years ago.  It was designed by famed French architect Jean Nouvel.  The building design includes a veil of over 1600 window panes and from the outside makes an amazing design statement in the sea of buildings in NYC.  I haven't seen it in person but I think I'll pop over to The High Line next time I'm in the city, where apparently you can get incredible views of the building. I'll take a long gawk and gander and will definitely report back.

Well from the inside, apparently this building is pretty incredible too.  A modern masterpiece of sorts. With lots of windows and light and views to write home about. Recently apartment 23a...the penthouse...was up for sale and now according to the realtor's website the unit is "under contract".

The asking price for the penthouse is $22 million dollars for 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths in 4675 square feet of interior space plus a 4100 square foot deck that wraps around the apartment! Whoa.


This multi million dollar NYC flat is listed by Douglas Elliman.

Here's how their website describes the home:

"This spectacular penthouse will take your breath away. With 360 degree views of Manhattan and the Hudson River down to the Statue of Liberty, this is the jewel in the crown that is Jean Nouvel's iconic masterpiece. Unmatched in high concept and layout this home features 14ft ceilings, two fireplaces, floor to ceiling wrap-around windows, an enclosed loggia terrace, and a jaw dropping 4400 square foot terrace. This full floor penthouse is exquisite in every detail. With unparalleled design this 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home has sleek terrazzo floors and a one of a kind layout designed for entertaining!"

Here's a look at what $22 million looks like in New York!

Louis Ghost Chairs by Philippe Starck surround a long table in the apartment's dining room. (above)

Love this modern and sleek kitchen in white and stainless (above)

The terrace boasts spectacular water and city views. (above)

The floor plan! (above)

What do you think of this multi million dollar listing? Love, like or dislike? Would you take it or leave it? How might you tweak with the decor?

I would take it. Would need to change ALL of the decor and warm it up a bit (the white Terrazzo floors make it a little cold)...but I'd make it work.

Happy Monday (again)!

xo

Coco

P.S. Thanks to Brenna over at Refinery 29 for posting a list of my favorite things - all home furnishings and accessories in shades of blue. Check out my picks.  They were inspired by my sister's trip to Morocco that I wrote about a few weeks ago! (Thanks to good friend YO for sending over the link this morning when the list came out!)

P.P.S. Running late to work.  Had a few conference calls this morning to discuss some COCOCOZY business...they went well!

P.P.P.S.  Now that I am a million pounds heavier after wining and dining in Atlanta for 4 days...I have no clue what I will wear to the office.  Help.  I wonder if work people will notice the extra bloat and poundage? Must figure out a way to mask...black...middle of summer but I will wear black.  Is it inappropriate to wear a Jil Sander black sun dress to work...it has a very full skirt?  Hmmm...I'm going to do it and toss a sweater over my shoulders.  Note to self...do not eat carrot cake and drink margaritas on next jaunt out of Los Angeles.

P.P.P.P.S.  Hate to end a post on that note about being a million pounds heavier so I'll end it with I think I'm getting a cavity.  Feel tooth ache.  Is that possible?  Yikes...

P.P.P.P.P.S.  Okay...take 3.  Not a good way to end either...talking about cavities and all. Let's see uhm...have a nice day?. :-) LOL!

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SEE THIS HOUSE: A $50 MILLION DOLLAR NEW YORK CITY PIED A TERRE DESIGNED BY MICHAEL SMITH!

A breakfast nook with a multi million dollar view of Central Park in NYC! (above)

All I can say is ooooohhhhhh ahhhhhhhhh whoooaaaaa wow wow wow...

Puzzling...right? Me speechless? Yes. I am speechless over this city home.

Uh is it a problem that I love a $50 million dollar New York City apartment that is just over 4500 square feet with 2 bedrooms, 4 full baths, with spectacular city views?

The apartment was designed by none other than the very talented and respected interior designer Michael Smith. It is located in the Ritz Carlton hotel and boasts GORGEOUS Central Park views. It is listed for sale by Sothebys.

Here's how the Sotheby's website describes the property:

"Magical views of Central Park and the city skyline from this light-flooded, full-floor aerie. Interior design by Michael Smith with architecture by Oscar Shamamian. A large Living Room with exposures to both north and south boasts walls of stucco veneziano and a parquet de Versailles-patterned floor of German silver, hand-hammered over wood. A Dining Room with 18th century-style boisseries by Feau & Cie opens to a corner Breakfast Room. A Library inspired by Coco Chanel’s famous Paris apartment is fitted with 18th century Chinese lacquer panels. A sumptuous corner Master Bedroom suite includes a paneled Library, and a Guest Suite enjoys 3 exposures. With 92 feet on the park and 10 foot ceilings, one of only12 residences atop the Ritz Carlton Hotel. Private lobby, superb security, on-site fitness center/spa and the availability of a full array of impeccable hotel services. A rare marriage of the ultimate in elegance and sophistication with the most spectacular views in all New York"

This home has everything a girl would want...great location, fabulously designed, and just the right amount of panache to make a chic social statement...you know...all those important things in life...(uh I hope you know I'm kidding regarding the aforementioned being the important things in life. The truly important things in life are family, friends, giving back to the community, helping others...you know all those really truly important things in life...and this $50 million dollar lily pad would be just the perfect place to hop into in order to focus on the super really important things in life...I'm just saying...it would).

Great. I'll take it. Issue is I need the $50 million. Oy va voy. What's a girl to do?

Take a look...

Super sophisticate sleek kitchen outfitted with many modern conveniences! (above and below)

Notice the bench seating in the form of a French settee in the formal dining room. (above)

Bathroom with gold metallic tiles! (above)

I think this is Ann Sacks Asher Gray marble on the walls and tub surround - love the linear almost striped marble in this adorable gray and  white bath. (above)

Can I say, without sounding like I'm totally schmoozing, that Michael Smith is pretty awesome? Well I'm saying it. Michael Smith is pretty awesome. I went through the pictures of this apartment without knowing he had designed it and I thought to myself...this is really quite beautifully decorated...then I read the Sotheby's listing and I was like, "Of course...who would be called on to design a $50 million dollar apartment other than the man who decorated the White House...Michael Smith!" Whoa. So cool. How can I get an invite to the apartment before it is sold? Now I will move into schmooze mode...someone, please ask Micheal to get me into this home? Please. I must see my future abode before someone snaps it up! Or, alternatively, if a single guy buys the apartment, please someone introduce me to him. :-)

Anyhooo...what do you think of this multi million dollar listing? Would you take it or leave it? Let's say money was not an object, might this be your choice for a dream home pied a terre?

Happy Monday!

xo
Coco

P.S. After doing a little researching (snooping) around on the internet...I found out that this New York apartment for sale apparently belongs to Howard and Nancy Marks. Nancy is on the board of the Museum of Contemporary Arts here in Los Angeles and Howard is a highly esteemed finance man who founded Oak Tree Capital - an extremely successful Los Angeles based investment company. I went to a Museum of Contemporary Art luncheon at the Marks home in Malibu a few years ago. The Marks' Malibu home was also decorated by Michael Smith...and it too was quite spectacular...a literal palace right on the water in Malibu! I didn't know anything about Howard or Nancy or their home when I went to the event (my sister asked me to go to a brunch in Malibu...so I thought casual beach brunch in Malibu and I wore jeans...when I arrived at the home and the gates opened and we drove down the longest drive ever and I saw the most expansive home I've ever seen in front of me...I knew jeans were the wrong choice definitely...everyone else was dressed...including my sister!). Howard and Nancy Marks were so warm and nice that they even gave us a tour of their Malibu mansion that day.  At the end of the tour, Howard and I were chatting and he was pointing out some oak trees on the property and I thought how nice...this man really likes oak trees...hmmm... Later after we left the luncheon, I found out that Howard was the head of a multibillion dollar company - Oak Tree Capital. Okay.  Well long way to say that the Marks' seem to have at least two nice homes that have been decorated by Michael. (If my internet research is wrong and the Marks' don't own this city apartment...blame the misinformation on Google not me of course)

P.P.S.  Now back to reality where I work 2.5 jobs and live in a tiny cottage in the Hollywood Hills in a place so far far away from $50 million dollar homes.  Well later this week I am heading off to show the COCOCOZY home furnishings collection to buyers at the Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Mart.  Please please please if you are going to the show...please stop by and say hi at the Christian Mosso Associates showroom in America's Mart Building 1 on the 9th Floor...if you've never seen the collection in person, please come by to take a look...we show almost everything in Atlanta.  Would love to say hi.

P.P.P.S. Sorry for the long long P.S.s today...will self edit tomorrow - maybe.  Happy beginning of the week!


P.P.P.P.S.  Check out my latest pins from the weekend on COCOCOZY Pinterest including some fab rugs from Genevieve Gorder's collection for Capel Rugs and some gorgeous rooms.  If you are not already, make sure to follow me on Pinterest too!

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WEEKEND PHOTO!

Clean, crisp, and neat.  I like this lovely modern bedroom in grey and white.  Nothing visually distracting or disturbing. Perfect place for a clear mind when going to sleep or waking. Easy to relax and just enjoy the city views.  I like the modern chaise at the end of the bed with the three mattresses on top of it.  I'd lounge there happily.

I have a little Christmas shopping to do today...other than that am taking it a little easy today.  What are your plans...we are one week before Christmas eve...how will you spend this Saturday?

What do you think of this room?  Too sparse or just right?

Happy Saturday!

xo
Coco

P.S. Felt like a criminal yesterday at the Whole Foods market in Beverly Hills.  I popped into the 12 items and under line with my tiny basket of groceries and the check out guy called me out in front of everyone in line. While he was ringing me up he said loudly, "Next time, this line is ONLY for 12 items or less".  So as he was loading up the bag I started counting then I confidently said, "I only counted 13 or 14...that's not that much" and then I made a "like whatever" noise from the back of my throat.  He then ripped the receipt out of the cash register and said "This says 17".  I felt like all of the people in line were staring at me disapprovingly and I scurried out of the grocery store as quickly as I could.  As I was running to my car I was mumbling to myself out loud, "12, 13, 17? I counted 13.".  How many times have I had less than 12 items?  Shouldn't that count for something?  Shouldn't it be an average of 12 items over several visits to the grocery store?  I didn't realize how far over I was.  Oy.  So much for holiday cheer. LOL!


Photo: Selldorf Architects

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PILLARS HERE, PILLARS THERE, PILLARS EVERYWHERE - HOW CEMENT COLUMNS WORK IN A NYC APARTMENT!

I really like this NYC apartment...kind of an industrial loft space overlooking the Hudson River. This apartment is in a Richard Meier designed building in the city...the space is open, bright with floor to ceiling windows, and loaded with structural cement pillars.

The cement pillars might throw some off if they had to design this space...but I like the way the grey pillars blend right in and help give a little character to the space by setting a modern urban tone.

The pillars are what they are and they work in my humble opinion.



The cement columns meld in perfectly in the bedroom with its wrap around windows and floating wall behind the bed. (above)

What do you think? How would you have handled these pillars?

Happy Friday!

xo
Coco

P.S. Good news...my store website will be up and running very soon (I hope)...the Nbaynadamas collection will be available here online. Meanwhile, I am sooooo busy as I put the finishing touches on all for the debut of the Nbaynadamas Spring/Summer 2011 home furnishings collection at the NYIGF! Can someone age 10 years in 3 weeks due to stress? I think I know the answer unfortunately. Will need to add extra sparkle to wardrobe to distract people from the bags under my eyes! LOL! Off to buy an iPad.

Photos: Architectural Digest; Shelton Mindel & Associates

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