Simon Fuller, who among other things is the man behind the series. American idol as well as worldwide Idol TV franchise, is selling a large mansion in Bel-Air. Realtor.com reports that television mogul, along with his wife Natalie Swanston, have listed their extensive assets for $ 35 million, a healthy gain compared to the $ 24 million they paid in 2014.
The house measures 11,200 square feet with seven rooms and, interestingly, dates from 1927, when it was designed by the famous Los Angeles architect, Gordon Kaufmann. But it is said that the Fullers made extensive renovations in the house when they bought it, while keeping the Georgian architecture of the house in mind.
One of the biggest cosmetic changes they made in the house compared to when they bought it (by the way, billionaire David Murdock) was a new paint job, and what used to be red brick is now painted white.
Known as the Fredricks Residence, this is how the official list of the house describes its "Georgian splendor":
"By far the most elegant traditional on the market today. Complete privacy on the 1.6-acre promontory overlooking the ocean by plane. Period details abound and are complemented by exceptionally high 14-foot ceilings. Sophisticated public rooms and elegant include a spacious living room, circular wood with panels, raised entrance hall with original floating staircase and an epic dining room with capacity for 20 guests, massive walls for art, climbing for home automation entertaining and avant-garde. Gourmet with adjacent family room, a world in itself with large entrance hall, office, gym and double bathrooms.The grounds include a large enclosed motor court, guest house, mosaic pool, greenhouse and well-kept gardens. history and pedigree. A trophy for generations. "
You can take a look at the Fredricks Residence (with its old red brick exterior) in the video below of Ewing and Associates:
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