I’m ever so grateful of people who share their homes and love of design with us. I’m humbled and inspired.

This is one of the properties I have seen in publications year after year. This is exceptionally well designed and crafted. I wish Richard Shapiro had had more of an opportunity to speak. I would have liked to hear about his vision for the landscaping.

The house is really beautiful, and the charm of the owner's long life! It is a pity that the hostess of the show is always smart and keeps explaining and empty words. She often interrupts the host's words and listens inattentively, which makes her feel very impolite. For this space, she is like a casual spy intruder instead of entering with respect and love. I really hope I can hear the owner's time and emotions of living in this house injected into every corner of this space, that will make the show more truly infectious and tempting!

He said : " it is all done for my visual pleasure. " Well this is exactly what came to my mind watching this video/visit. " It an encounter of pure beauty where ever the eyes look. I so thank you for this video. I always say this each time and I do mean it each time, Thank you for taking the time to make us discover pure beauty which is express in so many different forms : houses, curated gardens, boutiques (sometimes), etc. etc. We witness true talent through out those visits, things that otherwise we would not be able to see/discover. With all my appreciation, thank you so very much, both of you girls.

Wow, I am a minimalist myself, but wow, this is a beautiful museum to sit and have a coffee and enjoy for lunch EVERY DAY. He has made it so wonderful, better than any museum today.

I love houses where people live for years and years. so many stories.

You have shared some amazing properties in the past but this ... this is beyond.

Incredible connoisseurship with no pretensions. Rarefied aesthetics! (Love the philosophy of "Visual Pleasure") Thank you for a fulfilling experience. One of the best!!!!

This could be the most awesome home to date.

I'm blown away, this is absolutely inspiring and so so fabulous

Somewhere in these comments it's must have been said that Richard Shapiro is a genius of design. But he is more - a scholar, an artist and an original mind who has created a world of beauty that encapsulates the best of art and architecture to create a contemporary setting that is both classical, modern and timeless. Ooh that's right, he's a genius!

That was a "jaw to the floor" amazing property. Thank you soooooo much for giving us such a visual feast.

This property of Mr. Shapiro is beyond GORGEOUS!!!! You certainly captured the BEAUTY of ART, EXQUISITE LANDSCAPING and a home that is truly a mans castle!!! Well done SIR!!!! LIZ

Beautiful! I could spend hours looking at this home, grounds and art. tfs

I was thinking the "Claridge's-inspired bathroom" looked like a luxury hotel bathroom right before his explanation. It's really beautiful & would constantly be a pleasure to use.

This is the most incredible visit. You really capture this house. Had the pleasure of attending one of his dinners in the garden. He has an amazing vision and eye. You have to put his house in Malibu on the list. This man is a national treasure. Thank you for sharing.

Richard Shapiro is truly a Renaissance man, His home and garden are exceptionally beautiful. A masterpiece inside and out. Beyond the imagination. Thank you, Richard Shapiro, for sharing it with us. And, thank you, Suzanna, for Quintessence.

I have so many words to describe the beauty of the structures and the joining of the art with the gardens but so little space to put to print.. Stunning interiors and art added as finishing touches, a joy to view.. I could look at this video over and over and see something new (and old), that I hadn't noticed before. My God Susanna, thank you for bringing us along! Just fabulous! I know I say this often but this IS absolutely my fave video ever!

This morning I woke and was like "It's been almost a month... Stacey and Susanna should upload something anytime soon" and BAM... lol. Loved this house (this one goes to my fav list). There's just so much respect for history going on here. I loved every second of this video. It was really inspiring. Thank you guys :)

Stunning - that garden: oh my god I love it

Simply remarkable property! I just love these videos!! Keep it going!!!!

I love this house! Have coveted it since I saw it in a Vogue Living Australia magazine! So beautiful!

I'm looking at it and I still can't imagine it. Its absolutely stunning.

This home is breathtaking! Richard is a genius. I absolutely love the landscaping, it is perfect. The artwork in the house is stunningly beautiful- I particularly like the coloured circles on the stairwell and the cardboard sculpture on the landing.The wonderfully beautiful Italian mantelpiece topped by that outrageous mirror! The bathroom all in marble!! The beautiful floors!! The exquisite metalwork! The beautiful Roman pool!! I am in love with this house. Thank you Richard for letting us view your home, it is a work of art, genius, dedication and love.

This is how you mix antique and contemporary pieces. What a seductive fantasy.

Absolutely beautiful! Thank you for sharing your amazing home!

It has it all and then some! Fantastic inside and out. What a serene place to visit. Best eye candy in LA.

I have so much respect for people who can create a complex, soulful beauty around themselves.

This was a the best lecture of art ,style and respect to the history and the nature..Tank you !

Mr. Shapiro. One of the better presentations I have seen on Quintessence Sir. CMJ Canada

Right down to throwing down the coffee to create a patina. Everything is intentional. When a house is a home. Truly personal.

It's phenominal what he has done his passion and vision and the cardboard ..its at another level incredible

Thank you Susanna, for sharing this beautiful journey in a magical dream house! xoxo!

Wow! You know he accomplished his mission of making guests feel transported when the current (current-ish anyway) phone becomes the absurd instead of the other way around. Beauty in absolutely every detail, like that tub surround! Gorgeous.

This is a wonderful and unique home...

Wow I am impressed with his attention to detail and his taste and I am not easily impressed. It is simply magical.

Although I cannot afford all these beautiful things even a piece of these different things I can use my imagination inspired by your tours to create something beautiful in my own home . thank you!🌹

Perfection - thank you for the visit!

Wow,wow aWow, a romantic lovely beautiful story ,AMAZING place and gorgeous house I loved it very dramatic. Thank you so much Quintessence your film is so addicted make my day fantastic 🌸💕🦋🦋🦋🍷🍷🍷

A high concentration of culture and history in one place. Thank you, literally like a virtual visit to a museum of fine arts.

What a magnificently appointed home. So impressive and so beautiful. Thank you for sharing!

What a dream to be able to create such a space and live in it. Such a fulfilling and soulful experience I would imagine ! Truly inspired.

Richard Shapiro's home is absolutely beautiful & gorgeous!!!

Love that yard with the sculptures and boxwoods, great idea. The inside, nice, not overly cluttered and great art to look at. Been wanting to do some 3 dimensional art and that one upstairs captures it best. Cool owner, very cool house, love it.

I would really like for the interviewer to allow the homeowner to speak.

This is as far removed from a typical LA designer-styled home as possible and so much the better for it. What a visionary, what an eye.

the garden is the piece de resistance! beautiful! amazing work this man did!

Speechless.

I really like this guy, Richard. He's cool, and charming in a casual way. Obviously Susanna thought so, too. Ha ha. Great property! Great show! 😁👍🏻❤

What an eye!!!!! "It feels so hopeful". It does, doesn't it? And humbling. We could all use an extra touch of humility about our place in time, and the possibility of future. Truly a lovely moment.

YES YES YES!!!!!! VERY IMPRESSIVE COLLECTION. I AM LOVING THAT THIS VIDEO IS MORE THAN 9 MINUTES. IT ALLOWS THE VIEWER TO TAKE IT IN. THIS IS AMONG MY TOP 5 FAVORITE VIDEOS. BRAVO !!!

Love everything about this house, so in harmony, awesome!!

Great Italian garden in LA with beautiful art collections and how the old mix with new blends perfectly together

Amazing home and talented man. One of my favs. 😊

Oh my goodness! What GLORIOUSNESS! My heart is still beating a little faster than normal. Touring this house was like experiencing a spiritual awakening of the expanse of your imagination! I have never used such superfluous words to describe a home before but THIS warrants it! Thank you Susanna for sharing Richard’s home with us via Quintessence 🙂❤️!

What most struck a chord with me were your and Richard Shapiro’s remarks about the juxtaposition of classical and contemporary art. I too find it calming and assuring - a reminder that the artistic impulse is timeless and always blossoming in new ways. Thank you for that exchange.

Oh Richard, you definitely succeed. I am not a big fan from the modern looking things, but you place is beautiful...!

As you say, its magical!!! 😊😊😊

Had to see it again for the 4th time, still magical.

You said it Susanna "magical" . Thank you for bringing it to us. Kind regards Kate.

I just saw this today...I am speechless!

I wish she would had just listened...

Love, love the outdoor garden columns, fantastic.

Susanna...I like the "additions"! very nice and tastefully done! ; )

Outside of a museum, I don't usually like 'precious' spaces, but this one actually seems livable.

So magical and amazing!🌺

drop dead gorgeous he has done an amazing and spectacular job! Wow!

Beautiful home, eclectic interior with so many delights for the eye, but it is the garden that attracted me to this video. This gentleman must have visited The DuPont estates, Wintertour and Longwood Gardens at some time in his life for inspiration.

OMG!! Hard to believe that house is in L.A. I would never be bored in that house, that's for sure. Love traveling with you.

So incredible and inspiring! Thank you for sharing this gem of a home and garden, truly breathtaking!!

the art is so moody and interesting and the garden so magical and peaceful. We have a winner baby!

Omg! I can’t believe his property is only 1 acre or less. Oh, the inspiration. I need Richard in my life for my future Connecticut home. Love the videos. Thanks

Nice home. Lifetime invested into this home. Like a 5 Star boutique hotel.

He has a great place...the pool house is so relaxing. I enjoyed this.

the detailed wood bench at 1.05 is beyond inspirational I have the bottom part will refurbish into this one. thanks for the idea.

The ambience is good and neat,wish my retirement home to be as such,for wonderful relaxation and bonding with family.

Magical home!

Bellísimo hogar, el jardín me fascinó. Saludos desde Argentina🇦🇷

I love the grounds! As well I love the huge circular art going up the stairs!

Wow, Richards home and garden is amazing! Thank you, for sharing it with us!

Gorgeous home!

The bedroom of my dream. Books and books and lovely places to curl up and read. Boxwoods should be in every garden; they bring out your creatively and keep you engaged.

Thank you!

Absolutely dreamy! Love every inch.

This has to be the most beautiful garden I've ever seen !

you said it - magical!

one of the best so far

Wow, amazing property, we feel like traveling when you showing the mansion. Thanks dear

Beautiful!!! This house look ínside like a museum, great pictures and accesories. Outside , looks like a botanic garden. Great house!!

Richard is from another world! I love him. This is more than beauty, it is a hanging dream of heaven.

That garden is magical!

His garden and the pool area are amazing.

Creativity, patience and money helps just a bit to create a fantastic stunningly beautiful dream come true

That is a dream world! Stunning !! Thanks for showing it to us ladies ..:) xw

Amazing space he has created! He has definately raised the bar. Would like to know more about him!

What a beautiful world!

Gourgeous and wonderful . This House looks like a museun.

May God give you a lot of strength and health, it is very nice to watch your videos.

Raised the bar! This is the best video I have seen about home decor in quite a few time, and I have to see a lot of home decor videos during the year. Beautiful house, so interesting to walk through. The one word for 7:47 is Impact! I could put a chair and look/enjoy that area for several afternoons and it would never be enough. Congratulations!

This is my favorite episode ❤️