Inside The Art of Elysium’s HEAVEN Gala

While most of us sat and watched The Golden Globes the weekend itself is filled with preawar events and galas. Inside this years The Art of Elysium’s HEAVEN Gala, honoring John Legend. An experience based on his concept of heaven as a celebration of love, light and laughter. An illustrious crowd from the arts and entertainment worlds at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica

 The evening hosted by comedian Nick Kroll concluded by none other than Legend taking stage to perform his tribute to Stevie Wonder.  

Actress Shanola Hampton was honored with the 2018 SPIRIT OF ELYSIUM award for her generous support over the years. Guests were able to try the official drink of the Golden Globes, The Moët 75, created by Jamie Chung.

Guests included Amber Heard, Shailene Woodley, Rooney Mara, Nikki Reed, Vanessa Hudgens, Victoria Justice, Abigail Spencer, Emmanuelle Chriqui, Ashley Madekwe, Amy Smart, Ali Larter; Actors Gray Gubler & Jesse Metcalf (with wife Cara Santana) Riverdale costars Camila Mendes, Madelaine Petsch, and recently linked Cole Sprouse & Lili Reinhart (who stayed at noticeably opposite ends of the party); and additional notables including Dita Von Teese, Kristen Cavallari, Derek Hough, amongst others.

Photos courtesy of  Joe Scarnici/Getty

Our favorite listing this week is 508 West 24th Street, Unit 5th Floor, home to NBA Player Carmelo Anthony. The ten-time NBA All-Star, has listed his New York City condo. The home is the largest unit in the Cary Tamarkin designed building at 508 W 24th that overlooks the High Line and is walking distance from world-class shopping and prominent art galleries.

251 East 51st Street, Unit 2M, listed on the market as a Compass "Coming Soon," is a recently renovated, perfect pied-a-terre (and ideal one bedroom for all the rest of us). What truly sets this pad apart from the rest is the dreamy outdoor terrace with endless possibilities and city views. Accessed by the living room and overlooked by the bedroom, this 24x12 outdoor space is an oasis in the center of the Midtown hustle and bustle.

Our last #openhouse roundup will you be checking out this #parkslope home? #nycrealestate #brooklynrealestate #milliondollarlistings #luxuryhomes #OffTheMRKT

DNA Development announced that closings have commenced at 350 West 71st Street, the successful Upper West Side luxury conversion that seamlessly combines two historic pre-war buildings into one stunning contemporary condominium with a classic façade. As construction nears completion, the seven-story building’s 38 elegant residences and bespoke amenities are coming to life, as DNA welcomes its first residents.

Our favorite listing this week is located at One West End, the sculptural glass residential tower designed by Pelli Clarke Pelli within Riverside Center. At $19.5 million, 29B offers 5,302 square feet of interiors space, with four bedrooms, five and a half baths, a media room, lofted library, and a double height great room leading out to a 3,000 square foot terrace with impeccable views.