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Pierre Cardin’s Bubble Mansion Sells For $335.8 Million

Pierre Cardin’s Bubble Mansion Sells For $335.8 Million

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It took $335.8 million to burst Pierre Cardin’s bubble! The Italian-born French designer’s Palais Bulles (read Bubble Palace) in France has finally been sold. Pierre_Cardin_Bubble_Mansion_8Nestled atop Massif de L’Esterel, a volcanic mountain range known for its red hues, the 1,200-square-meter complex comprises of ten giant terracotta-colored bubbles.Pierre_Cardin_Bubble_MansionThe uniquely designed estate, which has been listed as a historic monument by the French Ministry of Culture, is also home to twenty-eight spherical rooms, including ten suites with round beds, three swimming pools, lush gardens and a 500-seater amphitheater.Pierre_Cardin_Bubble_Mansion_2Offering stunning view of the Mediterranean Bay, the one-of-a-kind French Riviera estate was built by Hungarian architect Antti Lovag between 1975 and 1989.Pierre_Cardin_Bubble_Mansion_3Though the house has been conceptualized by Lovag, Pierre Cardin’s love for bubbles was seen much before that in form of the famous  bubble dress designed by him in 1954.Pierre_Cardin_Bubble_Mansion_4The 92 year old fashion designer also quoted that round shapes have always inspired him and the bubble-shaped paradise is like a gallery of living art which is a constant and powerful image of creativity.Pierre_Cardin_Bubble_Mansion_5The Bubble Palace has not only been the designer’s home but also a hub for celebrity parties and fashion shows. It was also available for rent for private holidays.Pierre_Cardin_Bubble_Mansion_7Pierre_Cardin_Bubble_Mansion_6Pierre-CardinRealty Today Via Charles-Henri De La Grandiere