HOUSE TOUR | Inside One of Fifth Avenue's Grandest Gilded Age Mansions

Prepare to be amused as interior designer Darren Henault takes us back in time as he gives us a tour of the ornate Gilded Age apartment he and his family rent on Fifth Avenue.
The Edward J. Berwind House is a mansion located on the Upper East Side in New York City. It was constructed in 1886 for the coal baron Edward J. Berwind. It served as headquarters for the American Heart Association until 1978 when it was reconverted to residential use with a new penthouse. Enjoy!
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[@seassab1]

GIVE THIS MAN HIS SHOW! I LOVE watching him. Would love to visit one of his designs

[@mg.5968]

I was thinking the same thing. He was super entertaining.

[@pNo415]

Just his stories alone! Never thought of Meatloaf being a connoisseur of 19th century art!!!!

[@twistoffate4791]

I AGREE!! I did see his Millbrook video on two different channels, one of which was Quintessence. His personality is so warm & infectious that he would be sheer perfection as the designer host of his own show. He's passionate about design and we're out here lapping up every tidbit he shares.

[@seassab1]

@@twistoffate4791 YES! Absolutely. I hope to see more videos of him in the future!

[@jermainecornelius7193]

@@mg.5968 yes he was very entertaining! He's what I consider as one of the "Fabulous Gays". They are not only very sophisticated but also very fun to be around. I am gay myself and let me tell you there's nothing fabulous about me. I'm boring and my husband is a hillbilly. We are far from fabulous.

[@kmblanco1]

Such a delight to see things being used and loved in a grand home that’s not used as a museum. Absolutely beautiful!!

[@wolnawolna2294]

Роскошная красота.

[@csmtcqueen]

I felt like I was in the Edith Wharton novel The Age of Innocence. How lovely and decadent. I swear I could watch Darren Henault for an hour talk about decor and history. Fascinating.

[@andrewbrendan1579]

Not only Edith Wharton, this house could be in a novel or short story by Louis Auchincloss who was from a generation or two later but who, if my memory is right, in his youth had actually known Edith Wharton.

[@csmtcqueen]

@@andrewbrendan1579 Oh I have to read that. Thank you for sharing.

[@andrewbrendan1579]

@@csmtcqueen My pleasure! Louis Auchincloss was from an old, affluent New York family and was either the step-brother or step-cousin of Jacqueline Bouvier whose mother married one the Auchincloss family, a second marriage. For a Gilded Age time frame I highly recommend Louis Auchincloss's novel "The House of Five Talents". He also wrote non-fiction books about such topics as the Vanderbilt family. Trained as a lawyer but an author with a remarkable output of both fiction and non-fiction, much of it about the wealthy and aristocratic and he even wrote a book about legal briefs and could make that topic interesting reading!

[@csmtcqueen]

@@andrewbrendan1579 This is amazing and so interesting. Thank you again. I am copying/ pasting your reply into Memo. I love reading about this time period. I am fascinated that such opulence always comes with the price of tragedy.

[@andrewbrendan1579]

@@csmtcqueen You're very welcome!

[@paolamura3497]

More than the apartment I really appreciated the fact that he generously mentioned by name the people who had made the pieces he most loved. That doesn't happen often!

[@alejandroespinosa7085]

and the places from where he stole the decor

[@paolamura3497]

@@alejandroespinosa7085 LOL..that skipped my mind!

[@dotdot565]

Someone give this man a show! He's amazing. I can listen to him all day.

[@davisholman8149]

Love him & adore the fact he can enjoy things like his ornate decor & at the same time - juggle twins & a dog. I became a proud grandparent to identical twin girls & know first thing how much effort it takes to do it well. Darren is so down to earth while being incredibly knowledgeable & interesting. LOVE HIS STORIES🤩

[@carriemoriarity5806]

I just want to hang out with them - I love that he doesn't take anything too seriously and yet lives in two SERIOUSLY beautiful spaces.

[@rmonson5002]

Word.

[@AngelaPaulina1989]

Yeah that part was soooo cringe 😬

[@niquesavings1300]

I liked how he respected his daughter’s privacy and did t show their rooms. ❤❤❤

[@thisis.michelletorres444]

I grew up on the Upper East Side and have passed these buildings hundreds of times. It was so nice to see inside. It was exactly what I expected, Gilded Age splendor!

[@tigermoon44]

He has a home and not just an elegant apartment that looks like it belongs in a mansion or castle. Love the vibe of each room and really enjoyed the stories behind his "collections!"

[@meshiawriter]

Came for the apartment, stayed for the tea. He's saying too many secrets about him and his friends and I love it

[@alisonlish]

Such a nice man. His clients must love him.

[@keithmccracken5557]

As long as he doesn't steal anything.

[@CalTxDude]

Best home tour ever! Darren is the single most enjoyable tour guide! Fantastic storyteller, great humor and very sweet. He tells wonderful detail yet Manages to never sound pretentious or braggadocious! LOVE The stolen artifacts and the stories behind them!! More Darren please!

[@commonsense246]

Darren Henault and his partner are heros! As well the actual landlord they rent from. Truly men of vision. This wonder needs to be preserved for posterity! A handful are left. Congrats!

[@MsRosieA]

What a magnificent home! Most people only get to see this after buying a ticket and walking around with a tour guide..!

[@tw9946]

Divine Intervention: Truly the right person who appreciates craftsmanship and a bygone period of wealth beyond imagination. The way he cares for all of the space, and the artisans who created the space. This was spectacular.

[@marygreen3529]

Wow!! I could listen to this man for hours! His home/apartment is so special - not just because it’s old and ornate but because of all of the special, personal items. Absolutely loved the crewel walls! So glad they were kept!

[@davidn3406]

Can this man have a show, absolutely love him

[@maryfeeney4218]

Darren Henault needs his own show. Love him!

[@jamesallison4875]

I love this man. I’ll bet he’s a great dad. Oh, and the dog is right about the country!

[@dollydog1903]

An apartment which is truly grand. The craftsmanship is astounding. Never again will this be able to be created. I love it but I’m with Tuck. I like Millbrook more. Thank you for sharing the beauty created so long ago.

[@samanthab1923]

I’m with you. Country dog at heart 💞🐶

[@brittany8305]

Friends who are artists and painters making gifts as thank yous. Amazing! I would love to see more of this guy.

[@Fiona-xv3st]

I remember him and his country home. He is such a great story teller…. Back to my viewing…

[@hollygolightly8048]

Love that the apartment is casually furnished with lots of “fun” stuff; feels lived in and comfortable.

[@TheDriftwoodlover]

What a treat it must be to live there.

[@leadoucet1432]

Absolutely gorgeous home. Again! I loved their home in the country and love this one too, even if they are very different styles. What an honour to live in such a beautiful space. Fabulous video. Thank you.

[@suehart3965]

OMG! Imagine what an honour it would be to live there! I'd be walking around with my mouth hanging open for at least a month. LOL! He needs a design show. Tfs.

[@mrsverovalera]

Lovely home ❤️ and he’s Sooo charming…I can watch him talk all day.

[@leen29]

He is so hilarious and charming. It's like visiting your favorite friend, who lives in your head. Thoroughly enjoyed this home visit. His taste is impeccable whether cozy in the country or absolute elegance in the city. He is a treat for the senses in a creative unique way~ : - )

[@jmwoods1428]

This gentleman is so charming. His sense of humor is wonderful.

[@pNo415]

Allison so interesting to see their country lives versus their city lives! Thank you!

[@Homeworthy]

Thank you, Patricia!

[@joyfernandez7600]

OMG, I'm so happy I stumbled across your page. After watching the Guilded Age, my husband and I were so intrigued, that we decided to spend a day driving around 5 Ave to try and locate the houses...we love history. Unfortunately, most of them were no longer standing. And the few that we saw, were now commercial. What an honor to see inside your home, thank you for sharing.

[@trishwhetzel2061]

Gorgeous, absolutely stunning.

[@kimclarke5018]

I love 💗 tuck. Look at him sitting on that fabulous sofa. He’s living in the lap of luxury and he wants to go to the farm.

[@lisafield4154]

Hysterical trim story (and thank you so much for sharing). My husband and I just got a quote for our dining room curtains to have added trim and nearly needed 911 to be called!!! LOL Oh and many wealthy people who had servants living in an area that didn't have windows would put glass in the ceiling and floors to help provide light to those servants.

[@pamelahudson824]

Absolutely gorgeous. The architectural detailing, the gold leafing, everything is so rich and fabulous. Thanks for sharing.

[@maxinethemaximizer2555]

Love, Love, love. The story behind the story. Beautiful home.

[@JamesonPearl]

He is so much fun. And the humility is so refreshing. And of course, everything is beautifulk.

[@paolabueso]

He has such a beautiful personality and home! Thank you for this very special episode. ❤️🙌🙌🙌

[@sugarj85]

He's a gem, so entertaining to watch him

[@patriciasalem3606]

You have the most interesting, charming guests on this channel! Not only are their homes stunning, they could each host their own show with all their humor and knowledge.

[@kimcorreale4067]

Thank goodness we're not darning socks. I love his country house tour, but he's so enjoyable to listen to.... Loved the foyer mirror, and your adorable guard dog!

[@evaboldt653]

Sock darning...Don't knock it till you've tried it! Works great for thick socks for the winter. Easy and relaxing.

[@Thestorybookknitter]

I could listen to Darren’s stories all day long!!! What an interesting and lovely man!

[@laurent4122]

This was just incredible! Such a level of detail and grandeur could look tacky, but Darren's apartment is utterly sumptuous. Fabulous!

[@janedoe805]

Unbelievably beautiful! I’m thinking it has to be at least 60K per month for rent.

[@avalondreaming1433]

I'd love to know what it rents for.

[@iphoukwani]

Saw the summer country home and loved his emphasis on comfort. Yes, I also need his show to binge on lol

[@AlianaRegos]

Unpretentious individual style with a hit of toff. Love Darrens open real way. Beautiful soul.

[@christineobrien6590]

He needs to do more videos! I love home tours where they have stories for their items and treasures!! 😀 And what a beautiful apartment!

[@sunshinekid8755]

Once again Darren is a charming host. Thanks for sharing your home with us. Please buy some more houses so we can keep seeing them.

[@orangemanbad]

Picture him and his family watching the Gilded Age in this apartment, knowing how loathed the original owner must have been! Great apartment. It’s funny, I am very much a maximalist, but for me this one - the gilded age touches - is just a little bit too much for me. It’s an amazing part of history and I’m glad someone is keeping it a living museum.

[@veronicaroach3667]

I agree that places like this just seem way over the top - that was what the builders did in the 'Gilded Age' - I love Georgian era stuff, the Gilded Age not so much - 'yuck' is my usual response. It's an amazing apt tho, and he obviously enjoys it all, with a sense of humor about the ridiculousness of so much lavish ornamental trim !

[@jamessveinsson6006]

I was wondering kind of sarcastically that he would have a viewing party for the great Gatsby

[@josephsf2452]

Darren Henault needs to have his own show in HGTV.

[@lacrosse.captain]

Gorgeous. The apartment is pretty, too... 😉

[@fidel2xl]

This was a very delightful tour of his Gilded Age home. And I'm glad he didn't change out the 'Kreul' wall-paper fabric pattern design in the main bedroom,...I love that design on the main bedroom wall.

[@yourmother2739]

What a witty and fun person. Please help the homeless get homes. Social housing works.

[@chaank1069]

Rosa Mexicana is a good restaurant. delicious food. Lol I believe they replaced the missing swimmer coz I didn’t see the missing piece when i was there last.

[@laurenl5843]

Wow that was amazing! Love Darren Henault! 💜👍😊🇨🇦

[@curatedstyle8645]

I liked, then disliked when he flippantly admitted to stealing from two restaurants. I’m a restaurant owner and we are never amused by this abhorrent behaviour.

[@Wychinsmom]

I would really enjoy watching more of Darren Henault. He was interesting, unpretentious & very knowledgeable. I’d definitely watch anything he is part of.

[@victorgutierrez9716]

Well done, The flat reminds me of one of my favorite magazines Architectural Digest !...and Yes give this man show, Great personality!!!

[@candacedandrea5677]

You have exquisite taste, really enjoyed the tour of you wonderful home.

[@flowersfrom7311]

I like his "Nothing is too precious" attitude. Especially coming from a guy who lives in this beautiful apartment!

[@S.L.S-407]

This place is really over the top, but, stunning never the less. Darren is right. To do this place today would cost a fortune. I loved his home in Millbrook NY too. I would love to see some of the homes he has decorated. There is something very real, no BS about Darren that is very ingratiating. H would be a great host for a show like this .

[@opiemom66]

great video! The berwinds built their summer "cottage" the Elms in Newport. Ive always wondered what their main homein NYC looked like. so glad it still exists!

[@kimberlystuiver2850]

I love watching episodes with Darren! So much fun, and the creativity, and ease, I think it’s fabulous! 🎉

[@ehpeachylove]

WOW! What an apartment. Stunning and very European . The furniture and the carvings in this apartment is so beautiful. Yes, I agree that things are not made in the quality that they used to be. Just fab word work in the whole place. Beautiful artwork of his girls, and in the whole house. Thank you once again.

[@oliviacasino8888]

This Darren Henault could show me around the inside of a Shell Station and I’d be totally smitten! Charming and delightful, Mr. Henault.

[@debrabonavisa1366]

The detail of workmanship on the walls and ceiling and doors in this apartment is nothing short of amazing. It is a very nice apartment because all of the workmanship adds so much charm to the place plus the decorating is nice too!

[@vmbrister3278]

I Love Homes from this period! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! For doing this video! Every vid I see has old photographs... THIS! THIS IS AMAZING! Thanks Again!❤️❤️❤️

[@nicoeeek.7181]

I love this guy, he is beyond gorgeous and I absolutely LOVE his sense of style!!!

[@nd2705]

I know he says that he couldn’t afford to buy this place but how much does his rent come to over 14 years? Gajillionaire, maybe not, millionaire, definitely.

[@KeemaChiles]

$10,000 trim says it all 😂

[@heidibee501]

Wow! That was not a video. It was an experience. Just looking at all the incredible and posh detailing of the rooms is exciting. And there are so many amazing pieces to love in its interior. This ""apartment" is bigger than my house. Thanks for the tour.

[@BlackStorm555]

I am very much into mid century modern and Palm Springs bright colors, but I enjoyed this video very much, like everyone else in the comments I enjoy the episodes with Darren Henault while appreciating all the hard work everyone puts into making this channel possible. Cheers to the people behind the scenes who makes it seem effortless.😊🍷

[@nutsbutdum]

He's such an effortless way of describing things.

[@josephrocha142]

He's the right guy to have that apartment. He made it come to life. Very nice!

[@margolovesflowers]

I wish he was my neighbor! Love his down to earth humor! Such a spectacularly lovely apartment!

[@karladelima4322]

That’s the ultimate …. When you can state that your home is an honor to live in 🙌🏼

[@sharonkaysnowton]

Beautiful. Lots of space. Lots of ornate decor. I agree- this is polar opposite to his house in Milbrook. This apartment is very "massonete". It is beautiful.

[@richardgraham5598]

in a word resplendent! loved your country place also

[@nadiaprater4645]

Love this guy!

[@lucreciadiaz3636]

Gorgeous apartment! It makes me happy to know there are people like you, who take care of and respect these amazing buildings. By the way, bulldogs gonna bulldog. They are the kings/queens of their homes.

[@junephillips8762]

He is the type person that will fit wherever you place him …he will make it his own. Lovely

[@dovespaligrino8312]

I absolutely love this man, he gave us the best your of his fabulous home...❤

[@agus82]

So... the question is......How much rent do they pay per month?

[@Sleeplessmclean]

What a character. Very pleasant and simpatico!

[@nemo227]

I like the fact that such places exist.

[@kermitthefrog3632]

What a great thing to say!☝️❤️

[@bbqmamag8287]

Love this video as much as the other one of the summer home!! Darren’s enthusiasm is very infectious! Have been inspired to continue in designing and creating more and more!!👏🏻🫶🏻❤️

[@juliancoulden1753]

A magnificent apartment. What a joy and privilege to be able to enjoy living in it. This man really knows his history and articulates his love for the things he surrounds himself with!

[@lifeofaking8467]

The story of the bust is the best!! So funny! Darren has such amazing taste!

[@thezmanchar]

This guy needs to be on home and Garden. He is just sheer talent.

[@rmonson5002]

Wow This place is A-mazing! Thank you so much for sharing! And Darren is hilarious. I love that he pilfers stuff and admits it and then proudly displays it. I think his husband might be on to the tassels now though ;). I do stuff like that on impulse, on a MUCH smaller scale, mind you, but I get it! Another great video! Keep 'em coming! You're my favorite channel!

[@danielintheantipodes6741]

I do not approve of the excesses of the gilded age, but there is no denying that they knew how to create splendid surroundings. I wish more of their palaces had survived. Thank you for the video.

[@Alfakkin]

Trimming plain curtains is a lovely idea, even for that price...I love this anecdote...❤️😍🤣

[@katiegrundle9900]

just love this! Its so great that someone would show us into his house and all the great stories involved with it. This guy needs his own tv show

[@annaalpes]

Another lovely home! This is my favourite KZbin channel!!

[@Homeworthy]

Thank you so much, Anna!

[@markvenaglia1548]

Very inspiring to see the Designer's respect for the intact decorative works of art.

[@christineribone9351]

My favorite things are the beautiful closets and the mahogany paneling! Thank you, Darren, for the tour of your lovely home!! (Love your laugh! ❤

[@HKS286]

I'm so envious of your pet😄

[@myhappynest6125]

That apartment is incredible! What a rare beauty. Thank you so much for sharing your home and all of your personal stories. Wonderful video❤️

[@jennifernorris2421]

I love how simultaneously over the top, and down to earth this man is. $10,000 on trim for curtains! When in Rome... 😳😹

[@user-qr8qh7ss8f]

Amazing... and just love his stories ❤

[@placeholdername3206]

This guy has charisma for sure, hes good at presenting and telling storioes