Old Westburys White Castle offered to buyers

  • 2015-08-28
Those who have a passion for architecture, as well as deep pockets, are being put on notice that a well-known Old Westbury home is up for sale.

The house, known locally as “The White Castle”, was built in 1972 by architect Richard Meier. It covers an area of 11,000 square feet. Through the years, it has been updated to better suit the needs of a modern family. He has now listed it for sale because he wants to downsize.

The listing agent for the property, Lois Kirschenbaum, noted that the number of bedrooms has been reduced to six Forms the original ten, and a new third floor gym has been added. It also contains a dramatic winding staircase and a ramp that goes from the top to bottom floor. Its color design palate is stark white, and a high number of windows allow in natural light to show off any artwork hung on the walls.

The home’s exterior contains a pool, helipad, pond, and tennis court. A property like this appeals to a very specific market. A catalog printing firm can produce full color Booklets of photos and information about it that can be given to prospective buyers who are interested in purchasing it. It is being listed at $11.8m.

According to the home’s designer, the inspiration behind it comes from the French-Swiss architect Le Corusier, who built the Villa Savoye.
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