It’s truly stunning.
You’ve likely heard by now that the passionate and dedicated Karl Lagerfeld of Chanel and Fendi recently passed away. Lagerfeld was a truly standout member of the fashion community, and celebrities are mourning him along with those who never knew him personally, but loved his work. To honor this amazing fashion icon, we’re taking a look inside his German home, which went up for sale last year.
Ready for your tour?
The interior and exterior of “Villa Jako” is a Roman villa design.
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Wandering through the grounds of Villa Jako offers unbeatable views of the River Elbe.
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It’s all in the details: from the carefully selected artwork to the ornate gold leaf ceilings. Each room holds quite a bit of light.
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Love to read? The study of Villa Jako has countless books, or shelves for books of your own.
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The entryway is impossible to miss, with the opening to the second floor and so much light.
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Take a bath in this muted but bright bathroom.
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Put your feet up in the sitting room, where more gold and artwork coexist.
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More details can be seen here, where Lagerfeld had a small piece of art just above the doorway to the sitting room.
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Karl Lagerfeld definitely had fabulous taste, and his unique footprint on the fashion world will be missed.
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