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Above: Allegra’s Room, Barbara Lazaroff, ASID. Photo by Mary E. Nichols.lion—a phenomenal sum in real estate at the time. The extraordinary resultbecame known, simply, as Greystone.The mansion transferred ownership a couple of times, becoming a choiceshooting location for Hollywood films under the ownership of Mr. Henry Crown,before the city of Beverly Hills purchased Greystone for $1.1 million in 1965.Portions of the distinctive home and grounds can be glimpsed in a variety of films,from Jumpin’ Jack Flash and The Fabulous Baker Boys to X-Men and Spiderman.OnApril 23, 1976, Greystone Estate was officially recognized as a historic landmarkand was entered into the National Register of Historic Places.The Garden & Design Showcase and subsequent Design House Tours providea rare opportunity for the public not only to wander through one of BeverlyHills’ most cherished properties, but also to view examples of the highest caliberof interior design and meticulous approaches to landscape architecture.Inside the mansion, professional members of the American Society ofInterior Design/LA (ASID Los Angeles Chapter) and other invited celebritydesigners, drawn to the unique nature of such a showcase, transform the estatein its entirety.The exquisite architectural canvas of the empty home comes alivewith flavor and color via carefully placed furnishings, drapery treatments, art andaccessories.This is the first year artists are not limited by a strictly 1920’s designinterpretation; it will be intriguing to see what uniqueness arises in rooms styledfor contemporary living but nestled in a truly classic environment.At this time of year, it’s almost possible to hear the house stretching awake,Top: Grand Entry, Fernando Diaz, ASID & Jean Pinto, ASID. Photo by Mary E. Nichols.Middle: Billiard Room, David M. Plante, ASID,William McWhorter, ASID. Photo by Mary E. Nichols.Above: Dining Room, Suzanne Furst, ASID. Photo by Mary E. Nichols.welcoming the feel of furniture, roaming human feet and the extravagant accoutrementsof an elegant home. Hunter A. PhillipsArt and Living 103