Inside Tommy Hilfiger's $45,000,000 Mansion: Round Hill (c. 1939)

[@ibuguru]

Fabulous woodwork. Much enhances the original ethic. Very well imagined and managed renovations. Probably among the best of "updating" I've ever seen.

[@JustJoCyn5386]

Well done, Mr. Hilfiger! Great renovation. I love the wood interiors and the glass walls.

[@jec1ny]

This is a rare case where the renovations were an improvement.

[@andrewryanwasright]

I normally hate modern renovations to classic mansions, but Mr. Hilfiger’s were tastefully done.

[@Bci42]

The renovations all appear to be tasteful improvements .

[@toddhensley880]

Unlike a lot of mansions, I think this would be nice to live in. It feels like a home.

[@wdjones4735]

The renovations are simply stunning!

[@devonna6171]

Absolutely stunning…the reno made the house modern and current, while retaining the charm and highlighting the artistry of the original. Splendid

[@SuperB719]

Renovations are magnificent.

[@donchandler755]

The renovations are far and above what was, originally, an incredible house.

[@laurielaurie8280]

The renovations were beautiful.

[@hewitc]

This used to be the Joseph Hirshhorn house and before that the Sinclair-Robinson house. Hirshhorn had an incredible sculpture garden. He donated the scuptures (Rodins and Henry Moores) and endowed the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden in Washington D.C.

[@portaltwo]

Not only survived, but improved! What a truly refreshing change! It's such a shame more architectural gems didn't get this treatment.

[@hughestodd]

It pains me to see all that ivy as it damages the brick and hides beautiful masonry. I used to love the way ivy looks but I’ve learned the hard way what it does.

[@JohnPValentine]

That’s true for English ivy, which has roots that dig into mortar, but this looks like Boston ivy which grips the surface with delicate tendrils and does not damage brick (although it can mar painted surfaces).

[@R-lyeh]

Plus the bugs. I've lived in a house that was partially covered in ivy and we had so many spiders, despite screens.

[@tweetybird7668]

He sold his business for $1.6 Billion in 2006. His financial advisors didn’t do him any favors, the company was worth more like $3 Billion. Just think the extra money he left in the table could have gone to Eldridge Park to put back like it was in ‘60s. This would have been the best gift ever for future generations to enjoy. So it didn’t happen, how about at least build some new playgrounds and splash parks for the children instead of Museums with your name on it.

[@johnfitzgeraldii1952]

This looks like the idea for Wayne Manor.

[@10bears2]

Beautiful home, Tommy. Well done!

[@davidjgill4902]

The architect for the house in 1939 was Greville Rickard.

[@bobconrad5632]

Renovations were fantastic

[@1Kent]

You left out how much Tommy paid for Round Hill.

[@Colleen_W]

I loved the outdoor grounds!!

[@marquiesriley6479]

Beautiful house….the addition of more windows enhanced the space just that much more, allowing for more natural lighting…..

[@haydeeandujo3923]

I think the renovations were better but in the kitchen if only they had kept some the original aspects.

[@ibuguru]

The only objection I have is the antlers in the kitchen chandelier. Too "country cabin" to fit the esthetic, and I just hate antlers-anything.

[@hewitc]

He used that in other homes he has flipped

[@dojocho1894]

Royalty gentlemen were hunters. You never been to the Black forest In Germany or throughout European Hunting castles Scotland to Hungary....my God, get a life.

[@alanmccabe5927]

Think hunting lodge…I think there perfect 🙈✌🏽

[@ceceliaclarke]

​@@dojocho1894that is part of the problem with "antler" chandeliers. They are imitation "royalty" and in this way, obnoxious. And in response to your comment, just because an interior element can be seen in a centuries old castle in Europe does not mean that it is going to look good in another place. If this could be true, then every American living room should have a full suit of armor? Or would that look ridiculous and pretentious? And...Black Forest of Germany also has an abundance of cuckoo clocks? So would a Black Forest cuckoo clock also look really good in this kitchen? I happen to think that a person who pushes " royal " elements just because they are royal, should "get a life". There is nothing tasteful or elegant about this type of imitation.

[@dojocho1894]

@@ceceliaclarke I can always tell what days you forget your meds.

[@alanmccabe5927]

That may very well be my favorite…not thorough enough, like to see more…well done comparison photos…loved it💪🏽👍🏾🔥🥂

[@jimwiskus8862]

It looks phenomenal today, though I echo the concerns of a previous post regarding the ivy. Pull it down asap and hope for the best.

[@hewitc]

The gardeners cut it back regularly. Landscaping bills for this house easily exceed $50K/mo.

[@jimc4731]

Love the original and the renovated, both architecture and decor. JIM 🥰

[@johnsonrepp]

This is the proper way to own and renovate a beautiful architectural home.

[@Landstander-to9vh]

The photos of the original look like the trim is painted. I love the tasteful woodwork of the restoration. But Tommy's always a classy designer.

[@ryanpatterson9526]

Why would you sell? I'd never leave!

[@MissRailfan]

I'm a Fellow Elmiran ❤️❤️ I met him when I was 6 but didn't realize exactly who he was. He came to the old Ernie Davis community center. Tommy no longer owns the the company. That's crazy to see the price he sold it. He lives in Elmira as well.

[@BrianBeauchamp]

13.000 sq. ft. for $60,000!!! Even in the 1930’s that sounds cheap. This goes to show you how cheap labor and craftsmanship was, and how ridiculously expensive average, boring houses have become. And even Jeeps and pickup trucks can exceed $100,000. Something has to give. Common sense pricing has to come back or today’s college students will not be able to afford either.

[@sopwithsnoopy8779]

For once the library isnt my favorite room. That 1st room, with the staircase... 😍

[@brucekentnyc]

I use to party with him, his brother between 2002 & 2006. I met his sister once at her sons performance. The life!!!

[@carlzapffe7858]

I wish you would make a point of citing and crediting who the original architect was and offer a few words about his relationship with the client, in this case the Paternos.

[@LaurieValdez-zk3dy]

It's beautiful. I wouldn't want to be there.

[@rickroy9074]

I prefer the original version

[@bigernbladesmith]

I actually liked the renovations, but the ivy needs to go.

[@sdh5961]

Agreed with the other comments that the updates are relatively well done. Maybe it’s the photography, but the original interior looks sad and flat like some sort of institution.

[@cbwilson2398]

"its," not "it's" as the possessive form in the captions. "it's" always means "it is," and nothing else.

[@ThisHouse]

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[@caroleckstein3541]

He sure did like antlers!

[@imhere653]

I think it all looks great except for the informal dining area. Those checked chairs look cheesy.

[@mikenixon2401]

That's one of those names I'd never connect with obvious wealth. I'm a generation too old and not ivy league to have overpaid for this company's brand. Well, I have to give him credit for his interior design upgrades. Good report, Ken.

[@creativo4ever564]

So you think everything should be of the quality and price point of Towncraft by JC Penny's as it was in your youth? Gimme a break.

[@Zorbakozak]

I liked it when it cost $60,000.00 (sixty thousand dollars); even when it was one point three million ( 1.3 million)

[@dotleach4260]

I Prefer The Renovations! Luv The Warmth Of The Wood, Tasteful Throughout. Exterior, I Would Remove The Ivy, To Show The Actual House. I Personally, Feel With All The Trees, Shrubs, Grass & Landscaping, There Is Enough Greenery. Just Saying...

[@dugyhoiser]

I think it looks better today.

[@jldisme]

The kitchen is too damn huge. It makes the space look too small.

[@bartpearston6456]

Yes the house is great but you do need to get rid of ivy on thr outside wall. It will ruin the brick. Jean ostrander

[@gancarzpl]

Outside looks fabulous. Interiors in both versions are horrible.

[@ashishpatel350]

i wonder how many diddy parties he went to.

[@hewitc]

He already flipped this. He never lives in any of these. He used to design clothing. Now he's a flipper.

[@anthonypopola5773]

What a beautiful renovation!

[@lechlerguttersllc9553]

You don’t deserve that much money

[@DawnMarie-q9v]

Nice house but wouldn't pay the price it sold for in 2019