A compound in West Hollywood broke records when it recently sold for $16.55 million, the priciest single-family home sale in the West Hollywood area according to the L.A. Times. The seller was Morgan Brown, a notable designer who transformed the multi-structure property into a timeless yet still trendy retreat.
Brown, who is also the longtime partner of actor Gerard Butler, embedded her distinct style into the eight-bedroom manse incorporating Mediterranean and Moroccan influences. The unique four-building layout sets the property apart from the other estates in the neighborhood. The structures, centered around a tranquil courtyard and saltwater pool, radiate the same luxurious, calming energy you’d find at a five-star resort.
Despite its 26,499-square-foot lot size and 9,495 square feet of interiors, the retreat achieves warmth through natural materials and antique adornments. Gone are the days when pristine and clean mansions are solely sought-after. Buyers are instead embracing lived-in comfort and a mix of touches from different eras and locales. This property achieves that effortlessly collected look to a T.
Settled inside the main structure, the spacious primary suite and guest quarters sit adjacent to multiple living areas bisected by a wood-toned kitchen. The second building hosts three more suites, one with courtyard access, and a secondary kitchen. Travel down a winding set of stairs and you’ll arrive in a sultry bar and Moroccan-inspired home theater, perfect for viewing parties. The third and fourth structures offer indoor/outdoor office space, a gym area, and a private terrace that overlooks the verdant grounds. Wherever one may be on the property, the array of whimsical vignettes and warm touches scattered across the expanse makes for a truly singular residence.
Alyson Richards and Carl Gambino of Compass held the record-breaking listing.
