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Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz Transform $20.8 Million Razor House into Art-Filled Retreat
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What Happened?
Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz purchased the Razor House in La Jolla for $20.8 million in 2019. They transformed it into a family retreat filled with art, showcasing works from their collection.
Key points
- The Razor House was originally listed for $30 million before being sold for $20.8 million.
- The property features six bedrooms, a private cinema, and an infinity-edge swimming pool.
- Interior designer Kelly Behun helped the couple personalize the home's modern design.
- The couple's art collection includes works by notable Black artists.
- Swizz Beatz had admired the Razor House's architecture for eight years before purchasing it.
Key insights
- The couple's focus on art reflects a growing trend of integrating personal collections into home design.
- The Razor House's unique architecture may inspire future residential designs in coastal areas.
- The high sale price underscores the value of distinctive architectural properties in California.
Why it matters
The transformation of the Razor House highlights the intersection of art and architecture in modern living.
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Alicia Keys· PersonSwizz Beatz· PersonRazor House· LocationLa Jolla· CityWallace E. Cunningham· Person
Source
Times of India
