Have you ever wondered what the world’s most expensive house looks like? Look no further than Mumbai, India, where the Ambani family owns Antilia, a 27 story skyscraper valued at a jaw-dropping $2 billion.
The house is designed by American architectural firm Perkins and Will and constructed by Australian company Leighton Holdings. Antilia is a towering structure covering an area of 400,000 square feet. This vertical mansion has six levels of parking space for over 160 cars, multiple lounges, a ballroom, a movie theatre that seats more than 50 people, 3 helipads, 9 high-speed elevators, a swimming pool, a gym, a temple, a snow room, hanging gardens, and a yoga studio. But wait, there’s more. Antilia is not just a luxurious abode; it’s a fortress. The building has been engineered to withstand an earthquake of magnitude 8 on the Richter scale, making it one of the safest buildings in the world.
Speaking of the temple, the one located on the eighth floor is nothing short of breathtaking. The temple is dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the Hindu god of wisdom and good luck. Its ceiling is made entirely of crystal and gold, adding to the overall opulence of the mansion.
And let’s not forget about the eco-friendliness of Antilia. It is often referred to as the Green Tower of Mumbai as it derives most of its energy from solar panels and employs rainwater harvesting systems to conserve water.
Maintaining Antilia is no easy feat, and nearly 600 caretakers reside within the premises to ensure its upkeep. And with the snow room, which releases artificial snowflakes, and the hanging gardens, there’s plenty to tend to.
Antilia is an extravagant display of wealth and status. But beyond the luxurious amenities and the eco-friendly features, it is a masterpiece of engineering and design. It is a testament to the lengths some people will go to build their dream home, and it is a sight to behold.
