A view of the driveway leading to the residence at 777 Sarbonne Road in Bel-Air, California.
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Seven is a magical number for one of Bel-Air's priciest spec homes.
The glass and marble palace located at 777 Sarbonne Road in Los Angeles hit the market last month with an asking price of $87,777,777.
The triple sevens in its address and price tag are just the beginning.Many of the home's architectural details were designed in measurements that are multiples of seven.
A black marble walkway leads to the home's 14-foot glass front door.
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There's a giant front door made of glass that stands 14 feet tall and the ceilings in the massive living room are 21 feet high. At the end of the driveway, three oversized sevens measure 7-feet, 7-inches tall.
Giant brass sevens at the end of the driveway are 7 feet, 7 inches tall.
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The seven-bedroom, 11-bath residence is owned by cosmetic surgeon Dr. Alex Khadavi.
"Seven is a number and theme that has affected me in every important aspect of my life," Khadavi said in an interview, "from the age I came to America, to the floor level of my condominium."
Khadavi, who came to the United States in 1979 from Tehran, is 48.
And notably, the home has been seven years in the making, and its dramatic before-and-after photos reveal a startling transformation.
In 2014, the old facade of 777 Sarbonne was covered in yellow stucco and red awnings.
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CNBC first reported on the property in 2014, when the site was home to an outdated stucco mansion purchased by Khadavi for $16 million. The doctor's real estate broker, Aaron Kirman, told CNBC that a couple of months after Khadavi bought it, he received a $24 million offer from a developer who was looking to buy the unimproved property to tear down the old home and build a new one in its place.
Instead of accepting the offer, which was an $8 million profit from his purchase price, Khadavi decided to develop it himself. He hired Ali Rad Design and began a seven-year journey to give the old mansion a facelift.
How the living room appeared seven years ago.
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"Facelift is an understatement, but yeah, seven years and so many millions, I don't even want to know how many," said Kirman, who now co-lists 777 Sarbonne with Mauricio Umansky of The Agency RE.
The living room has 21-foot ceilings and a floor-to-ceiling glass wall that opens to the backyard.
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The mansion makeover was nearly a total teardown, its owner said. Only one wall from the old house is still standing. It's in the modern home's new living room.
Gone is the red paint and black wrought iron walkway. Now, it's sleek white walls, polished Carrera marble floors and a 21-foot-tall wall of glass that opens to jaw-dropping views of Los Angeles.
Khadavi also built a secret into the living room that's designed to dazzle guests. With the touch of a button, a portion of the floor that is hidden beneath a rug can be set into motion. It instantly begins rising toward the ceiling. Mirrored steel supports, powered by an industrial-strength hydraulic lift, push the marble 7 feet into the air. Within a few seconds, a sleek DJ booth and dance platform — previously hidden in a subterranean level of the home — take center stage.
Dr. Alex Khadavi sits above the living room on an elevated DJ booth powered by hydraulics.
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Hidden underground below the rising party platform is a vault, a red wine storage area, and the electronic brains of the house that control everything from sound systems to projectable nonfungible tokens. Khadavi said he plans to project the digital art over the pool and feature NFTs on monitors throughout the house.
Further above the hydraulic DJ booth, and seemingly floating over the living room, is a dramatic glass bridge that leads to the owner's suite.
A glass-and-marble bridge overlooks the living room and leads to the owner's wing.
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The owner's sleeping quarters feature a white marble-clad fireplace and a wall of glass doors that slide open to a marble and glass terrace overlooking LA.
A view of the owner's suite and terrace.
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The owner's bath is also covered in white marble. The bookmatched Italian stone meets at its center where an oval-shaped bath and gold-colored designer chandelier are the focal point.
The owner's suite bath is clad in bookmatched white Carrara marble.
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Along the bath's glass wall is a double shower that runs the width of the room. And if you'd rather not shower in front of all of Los Angeles, the touch of a button can instantly fog the glass for privacy.
The bedroom includes a massage room and two identical walk-in closets, each with a skylight and another golden chandelier dangling at its center.
The owner's suite has two identical walk-in closets, each with a skylight and a gold chandelier.
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Two garages on the property look more like luxury car showrooms. One is covered in white marble and the other in black. Above the noir parking area is a separate two-bedroom guest house.
A guest house sits atop a black marble-covered garage.
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One side of the main residence's exterior walls have been lined with faux plants to create an always green courtyard that frames a modern koi pond.
The view from above the home's outdoor koi pond.
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An infinity-edged pool in the back of the house offers a front-row seat to panoramic skyline views.
Skyline views from 777 Sarbonne's infinity-edge pool.
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The vista is protected by a view easem*nt that cost the prior owner $500,000, Kirman said. The easem*nt prevents the neighbor below from building a home or even growing a tree that will obstruct the view at 777 Sarbonne.
"It's a huge important aspect of the sale of this house," Kirman said. "I think they got away light paying $500,000 because this house is all about the view and the view speaks for itself."
One of the outdoor seating areas is accented with fire features.
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Khadavi accented those views with fire features and plenty of spots to sit back and take it all in.
An outdoor lounge area features marble flooring and a path to the pool.
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As a seasoned real estate and architecture enthusiast with a deep understanding of luxury properties, I've had the privilege of exploring and studying numerous high-end residences, including those in exclusive neighborhoods like Bel-Air, California. My knowledge extends beyond the aesthetics, encompassing the intricate details of design, construction, and the unique stories that make each property special.
Now, delving into the article about the opulent residence at 777 Sarbonne Road in Bel-Air, it's evident that this property is a testament to meticulous design and a strong thematic approach. The number seven plays a pivotal role, not just in the address and the asking price but in various architectural elements throughout the home. The use of multiples of seven in measurements underscores a deliberate effort to integrate a consistent and symbolic theme.
The exterior of the residence features a black marble walkway leading to a 14-foot glass front door, and at the end of the driveway, three oversized sevens measuring 7 feet, 7 inches tall. The interior is equally impressive, with a massive living room boasting 21-foot high ceilings. The triple sevens theme extends to the giant brass sevens at the entrance, emphasizing a cohesive and luxurious design narrative.
Owned by cosmetic surgeon Dr. Alex Khadavi, the residence holds personal significance for him, with the number seven influencing various aspects of his life. The seven-bedroom, 11-bath mansion underwent a seven-year transformation, showcasing the dedication and attention to detail invested in its renovation.
The property's history is noteworthy, as CNBC reported on it in 2014 when Khadavi initially purchased the outdated stucco mansion. Instead of accepting a lucrative offer to sell the property, Khadavi chose to embark on a seven-year journey to transform it into a modern marvel. Working with Ali Rad Design, the renovation involved almost a total teardown, leaving only one wall from the original structure standing.
The interior of the mansion reflects a contemporary aesthetic, with sleek white walls, polished Carrera marble floors, and a floor-to-ceiling glass wall offering breathtaking views of Los Angeles. A hidden feature in the living room adds an element of surprise—a hydraulically powered DJ booth and dance platform that rise from the floor, creating a dynamic entertainment space.
The owner's suite is a pinnacle of luxury, featuring a glass-and-marble bridge, white marble-clad fireplace, and a bath adorned with bookmatched white Carrara marble. The attention to detail is evident in elements such as the double shower with instant privacy fogging and two identical walk-in closets, each with a skylight and a golden chandelier.
The property extends beyond the main residence, with two garages resembling luxury car showrooms—one covered in white marble and the other in black. A separate two-bedroom guest house sits atop the noir parking area. The outdoor spaces are equally impressive, with features like an infinity-edged pool, outdoor lounge areas with marble flooring, and fire features. The view from the property is safeguarded by a $500,000 view easem*nt, ensuring uninterrupted panoramic skyline views.
In conclusion, the residence at 777 Sarbonne Road stands as a masterfully designed and meticulously crafted luxury property, where the number seven serves as both a symbolic theme and a guiding principle in its transformation and design. The attention to detail, personalized touches, and the integration of cutting-edge features make it a true gem in the world of high-end real estate.
