Welcome to “The Tropics,”
where classic Beverly Hills charm meets contemporary and casual California
living. When esteemed Production Designer Charles Infante envisioned 1710
Tropical, he approached the project as he would a script for a Taylor Swift or
Lady Gaga music video or any of his many other visually stimulating spots,
letting the home tell the story. The home is currently listed with Drew Fenton and David Kramer of Hilton & Hyland.
Like an Old Hollywood tale
with a modern twist, this 1930s original will take you back in time. Creating a
unique and curated experience, no detail was left unturned from the custom deco
crown to the unique rift oak screened stairwell. A complete makeover of the
property ensued while “keeping the soul of the house very much alive,” as
Charles explained.
Tucked down a rare quiet
cul-de-sac street, the secluded and beautifully landscaped hideaway instantly
transports you away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Step behind the
elegant gates to a courtyard canopied with mature olive trees framed against
the original Monterey Colonial brick facade with its unique weeping mortar.
Inside, the open concept
perfectly marries classic architecture, wide-plank oak floors, and beautifully
proportioned spaces with a stunning fresh palette of chic amenities and
high-end finishes designed for entertaining. An abundance of natural light
accents the warm texture of wood finishes, pouring in through the timeless
steel case windows stretching from the kitchen to the sunken family room. From
the striking original wood paneling in the den/office, to the beautifully
appointed theater and bar, each room is a world unto itself.
While researching inspiration for the home, Charles stumbled on “The Tropics,” a Rodeo Drive hangout for the who’s who of yesteryear, and loved how it tied full circle to the street name and vision for the house. Determined to pay homage to the extravagant Golden Era, Charles wants guests to feel like they are stepping down into an extension of the nearby Beverly Hills Hotel. A gorgeous bar awaits accented with strips of bronze mirror, a dramatic backlit floor to ceiling temperature controlled wine cellar, and a plush art deco screening room fit for the most discerning of taste.
Refreshing for those seeking
refuge from the city, enjoy resort-like amenities with an indoor outdoor flow
throughout. Step out of the formal living room to a cozy fire pit within the
olive trees of the serene courtyard to the rear grounds outdoor cabana
accompanied by a fireplace, barbecue and entertainment deck surrounding the
zero edge swimming pool “designed to feel like a piece of jewelry, not just a
working tool you could use.
Upstairs, the sun-soaked
master suite is complete with rift oak beamed ceilings and closet, fireplace,
bath full of sumptuous book matched marble, and a private terrace. Four
additional en-suite bedrooms can also be found upstairs.
A nod to its storied past
and meticulously designed to showcase unprecedented craftsmanship, “The
Tropics” offers an endless capacity for enjoying the ultimate Southern California
lifestyle year-round.
To learn more about The
Tropics, visit 1710tropical.com.