INTEGRATING ART INTO THE HOME
Fine art has long been a defining element of luxury living. From stately mansions adorned with Renaissance masterpieces to sleek penthouses showcasing contemporary installations, art serves as more than just decoration— it reflects the personalities, values, and aspirations of its owners. Today, the integration of art into luxury homes has reached new heights, notes Ilija Pavlovic, president and CEO of Christie’s International Real Estate Group in New York. “The ultra-high-net-worth buyers who have the means to buy a $20 million dollar home often also have impressive art collections that they want to display,” says Pavlovic. This can mean creating a dedicated space for high-value art, equipped with specialized lighting, fire suppression systems, climate control, and advanced security measures. Furthering the connection between fine art and luxury homes, sellers of uber-luxe residences are increasingly offering the opportunity to purchase their extensive art collections alongside the home. Meanwhile, luxury developers are now bringing together home and art, working alongside artists and gallerists to curate bespoke art collections for their public spaces. One example, the under-construction oceanfront Atlantic Club in New Jersey, will feature a custom gallery-style lobby curated by Manhattan gallerist Cristina Grajales.
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