Winnie Harlow’s opulent new Los Angeles home is still worthy of discussion, despite the fact that she purchased it over a year ago and celebrated with an Instagram post that garnered hundreds of thousands of likes. Perhaps primarily because it is intriguing that one of the most in-demand fashion models in the world has chosen to reside in the San Fernando Valley’s very suburban neighbourhood of Tarzana, as opposed to the more traditionally fashionable neighbourhoods of Hollywood Hills or Beverly Hills.
Harlow’s decision to purchase her first property in Tarzana for $3.3 million attests to the neighborhood’s resurgence in popularity. In this case, it is simple to understand the appeal; Harlow’s new residence is nearly 5,000 square feet in size and was constructed on spec by a local developer. The mostly level property features a sizable backyard with covered terraces, a barbecue centre, a fire pit, and a saltwater pool with waterfall features. In the far back of the property, there is a large verdant area that could easily accommodate a future sports court and small guesthouse, should Harlow decide to construct them.
Built in the fashionable modern farmhouse style, the home features a two-car attached garage and a front entrance that opens directly into a living room with clerestory windows and a fireplace. The open dining room is connected to a chef’s kitchen with stainless steel Thermador appliances, a walk-in pantry, and a breakfast alcove by European oak flooring.
The family room is adjacent to the kitchen and features a linear stone fireplace, a wet bar with a beverage refrigerator and a temperature-controlled walk-in wine cellar. Entertaining is a delight, as the entire property is equipped with security cameras, smart-home technology, and surround sound technology for peace of mind.
On the main level, there is a powder room in addition to the five bedrooms with private bathrooms. The primary suite on the upper level features a balcony with views of the entire backyard, a stone bathroom, and dual wardrobes with wall-to-wall built-ins.
Harlow, a native Canadian, was discovered by Tyra Banks and rose to fame in 2014 as a contestant on the twenty-first season of “America’s Next Top Model.” The 27-year-old is now one of the top social media influencers in the world, with over 10 million followers on Instagram alone. She is also a runway/print model who has filmed campaigns for Fendi, Nike, Swarovski, Marc Jacobs, and Steve Madden, among others. Additionally, she has appeared on the cover of Vogue and in music videos alongside Beyonce and Eminem.