Inside Zedd's $16 Million Mansion That Has a Skittles Machine | Open Door | Architectural Digest

Summary

In this video, Zed gives a tour of his home, highlighting its unique features. The house is structured with a work area, studio, gym, and living spaces, all designed for relaxation and functionality. Notable features include a tree-built structure, an art gallery, a skittles machine, a pool with a hot tub, and a master suite with automated blinds for privacy. The outdoor area boasts a barbecue, guest bedrooms with pool access, and a rooftop perfect for parties. Zed also mentions plans for a music studio and gym, showcasing his house as a blend of luxury and personal touches.

Takeaways

• 🏡 Zed's home is designed with distinct sections for work, studio, gym, living, and sleeping.
• 🌳 The house was built around a tree, which is now being replaced with an artificial one and will include a phone charger.
• 🎨 The house features an art gallery with a mix of silly items and awards, showcasing the owner's love for art.
• 🍬 A Skittles machine is present for guests to enjoy their favorite candy flavors.
• 🏊‍♂️ The pool is designed to be at a comfortable 97 degrees, and the hot tub is integrated within the pool.
• 🛏️ The guest bedrooms are all designed with direct access to the pool, enhancing the resort-like feel.
• 🍳 The kitchen includes unique features like built-in hibachi grills, four ovens, and a pot filler faucet.
• 👕 The house has a 'Costco room' where Zed aims to store everything he might need so he never has to leave home.
• 🛋️ The living area is cozy and features a fireplace and an incredible view, making it the central space for spending time.
• 🏋️‍♀️ The gym area is still under construction but will include a large machine for workouts.
• 🎵 A music studio is planned for the garage, which will require digging down to achieve the necessary height for good acoustics.

Q & A

What is the first part of the house that Zed shows in the video?

The first part of the house Zed shows is the view from his home, which he describes as Zen, peaceful, and relaxing.

How is the house structured according to Zed?

Zed explains that the house is structured with the bottom part as the studio, the top part as the gym with indoor and outdoor facilities, a living section, and a sleeping area.

What unique feature does Zed mention about the house's construction?

The house was built around a tree, which is unfortunately dying, and Zed plans to replace it with an artificial tree.

What does Zed plan to add to the artificial tree?

Zed plans to add an iPhone charger to the artificial tree for convenience.

What does Zed use the pad for in the house?

The pad is used to control various features of the house such as temperature, lighting, gate shades, and cameras.

What is the purpose of the small hand that holds Zed's keys?

The small hand is used to hold Zed's keys so he always knows where they are.

What is the theme of the wall that Zed refers to as a gallery?

The gallery wall is a mix of art, silly things, and awards, with items like a Grammy next to a poop emoji.

What is the significance of the pool's temperature for Zed?

Zed specifies that the pool temperature should be at 97 degrees, as that's how he believes a pool should be.

How does the house facilitate indoor/outdoor living?

The house is designed to blend indoor and outdoor living by using the same tile inside and outside, and having areas that feel like they could be either, such as the living area with a fireplace and view.

What is the 'Costco room' Zed mentions and what is its purpose?

The 'Costco room' is a server room where Zed has stocked up on various items to the extent that he might never need to leave the house.

What feature in the kitchen made Zed decide he wanted the house?

The pot filler in the kitchen, which allows filling pots with water without carrying them, was a thoughtful detail that convinced Zed he wanted the house.