My right hand to God, I was hired in 1993 as Director of Projects, working directly for Mr. Trump. Over ten years, we converted the estate into the private club it is today. Many conditions had to be met as part of the conversion. I then supervised the addition of the spa, tennis courts and beach cabana construction. Also secured the approval for the large ballroom on the property that opened in 2005. Took care a permitting and supervised construction of Trump International Golf Club as well. This video is a very accurate, concise overview of the property. I would give hour-long tours for various groups talking about the property's history. It was an other-worldly experience for a number of reasons. Story of a lifetime. I left simply because there was nothing left for me to do there - after ten years.

It’s a miracle the place even survived that long in limbo.Most buildings fall victim to the wrecking ball after being neglected that long.The resilient terra cotta roof tiles helped protect the buildings from deteriorating thankfully.

My step grandfather was an audiologist and had Marjorie Merriweather Post as a client and was at her residence several times. Later in life I knew the person in charge of security there in the middle 80s and I got to go in to do an estimate for an electrical job the place is truly amazing

Such a stunning property. I'm glad it's being cared for.

I acknowledge your skillful diplomacy with this temporarily sensitive subject. I am amused that you chose this home at this moment. Good call! The house has a long history and it's recent high profile warrants a quick biography for people unfamiliar with it. Thank you. I love your channel and have been subscribed for a while now.

As others have stated, I respect and applaud the tactful manner with which you covered the subject matter.

Great story of fact and no leaning bias. I hope the comments can stay this way. Architecture and its beauty will stand the test of time. This House will continue to grow followers for the way her presents architecture and design.

Excellent overview of this fantastic creation. Ms. Post appreciated fine architecture and created a treasure. Thanks for your continued fine work.

I am frequently blown away by the beauty and the excess displayed in these homes. Possibly, even more so by Mar-a-logo. Thanks for the thoughtful and interesting presentation.

Here's to hoping all wonderful homes outlast their owners/builders. We are all just stewards for a little while.

I remember when he bought this in 1985, but according to the Miami Herald the Feds could not afford to keep it from being vandalized, fell into disrepair, asking price was 20 million. He paid 5 million for the house, 3 million for the furniture and 2 million for the beachfront with a 12.5 million loan added afterwards. When he hit hard times in 90's due to casino closings he wanted to build "8 mansions" on the beachfront as an investment. City said no, he sued then dropped lawsuit when they both agreed on country club theme and he recouped his millions on memberships.

It's going to remain where it is as it is and that's the best thing for it. Properties last longer when they are operated as profitable businesses to maintain the upkeep and keep people interested in staying there. That's why so many family properties in England are now bed and breakfasts. Interesting tidbit about the UK banning the cart of arms lol. It affects nobody anywhere lol.

Always great to see pics of these amazing homes interiors. Thanks for sharing.

Well done. I've always wondered about the history of the place, and how it came to be the home of the former president. Well presented. I had no idea that its architecture was so striking and impressive. Amazing construction, to be sure. Keep the videos coming, I'm subscribed and very much enjoy your channel. Cheers!

I remember seeing a documentary which interviewed the late actress, Dina Merrill, talking about her experiences growing up in this 'house'. She loved it very much, as I recall.

Another good one can't wait for the next

I have seen LOADS of videos of the chateaus and palaces in Europe, and not many even are as lavish as this. That place is stunning! 2:46 that humongous painting of the ship on the wall to the left is AMAZING. I cant believe how cool that is!

Thank You for sharing this with us!

Really interesting history and very timely, as well. Good job, Ken, on your diplomacy as you share this information.

As always, a pleasure to watch and a pleasure to learn! Thank You!

WOW. What an estate! Thank you so much sharing all thee stunning details and where all the materials came from . I can’t imagine the undertaking of those jobs by the craftsmen. Wish yo had left the pictures up longer so we all could have absorbed much more details. Great job!

Wow. A definitely refined sensibility, taste, and Class went into the making of this Estate. Marjorie Post must have been quite the Lady! Also a business magnate for her time in a male dominated world. I never knew the house was so Beautiful. Thank you for sharing.

Definitely a beautiful place…i admire trump for staying true to the overall aesthetic of property….very interesting history…..

Well done. Interesting story as well.

This video was factual and informative. So many journalists and news casters could take lessons from you, sir!!!

Terrific video! TY 😁👍

Well done, thank you.

A marvelous story and house! Re DT. Nothing surprises me.

Great story and video, I love old houses just wish I had one of them! :)

great video! thank you

It was designed by Zigfelds Scenic designer Joseph Urban, who also designed the Zigfeld Theater in New York.

I love your channel and your art of beautifully telling the rich stories of not only these homes but their owners as well. Your words literally speak life into the objects and give us vivid ideas of what it was like. I appreciate your hard work and dedication to details.

thanks for sharing.

Thank you Ken great vlog!

Wonderful presentation

Mar-A-Lago is absolutely stunning! 👍🏻👍🏻♥️🇺🇸

IT LOOKS ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL. 🙏

Marvelous!

Fascinating.

It is a Beautiful House and I love all of the history . If Donald sells it I hope it will be preserved as a national landmark, it deserves it given all of its history. Thank you for this great video, Jeff

I've read that Ms Post had a 2 drink limit at her parties and had everyone square dance after dinner.

Well done ☺️

Wow, as a lover history I would love to visit this place it is so beautiful looking.

This place is incredible.

Great Video! Was slightly concerned with it bein about Mar-a-lago. But professional and unbiased as always!! Not everything has to go political! Thank you for doing it about the architecture as always. I started watching your channel when you had 3k subs, so happy how much it has grown, it is always a delight to watch.. I wish you a world of success!

I appreciate anybody who is willing to save a Grand historic property and especially not gut the place and modernize it. I especially appreciate someone who recognizes that one's political opinion should have nothing to do with their feelings on saving historic architecture. Although the current politics of today has seeped into architectural academic lectures and professors are trying to claim that racism and colonialism is seeped into the history of American architecture. I don't think it is a relevant connection and I appreciate that politics is left out of this channel.

Wow thanks

So cool

One of my architectural history professors said it was Post’s intent to contrast her house with that of Wm. Randolph Hearst’s. It’s an interesting notion.

Love the place. Alot of talent went into building, crafting it. I hope it is preserved respectfully. Great job Ken. GOD BLESS.

You did a great job on this...very well done and informative. Thank you for staying above the politics...

I think these beautiful homes are worth Keeping, thank you President Trump. I’m sure it needed updates and repairs but it is wonderful to see it still with us. Sad in a way that our culture is a throwaway culture.

Wow... interesting

Pretty amazing this place is still standing in it's original grandeur & has been useful. Not many people could make it work, you have to admit. Look at the former grand mansions in Detroit which costs a pittance to run compared w Mar A Lago.

Very insightful video. Greatly enjoyed being educated on the interesting history of Mar-a-Lago without any tainted bias. Knew absolutely nothing about its previous owner. There are aspects of Mar-a-Lago that remind me of William Randolph Hearst's Castle, San Simeon, which I believe was built a few years before Mar-a-Lago. Would love to see a video on that place.

I love ya Case Study . Lovin’ your voice .

Good report Ken, very typical to your other vlogs and not political, much appreciated!

I'd love to live there!

Thank you Ken for your videos! I love history and enjoy your videos very much 💖

Funny how the place has such an emphasis on fireplaces. Seems like the last thing you'd need, in that sweltering heat.

Thanks! I've wanted to see this place for awhile!

With the call for civility at the end I feel the comment trolls will not even start the video before they type their comment. Sadly.

Cool

Why is the future of the estate in question?

Love your videos!! Thank you

Beautiful place, very fascinating history. C.W. Post got his start in west texas, not very far from me. Post, texas. The town was the location of his first facility.

Thank you! One of America's most extraordinary castles! You are a tease! LOL!!! 🤘❤🇺🇸

I had the priviledge of being employed there as a dining room captain from 2002-2004. Thank you for a great overview of the history of the Estate. Every day I was there, I would see something new and wonderful in the craftsmanship from the builders in 1922. Great memories!

Love the Antiquity of that place it is gorgeous but I'm still like Frank Lloyd Wright fan and still think his homes like wingspread and the coonley estate is outstanding

BEAUTIFUL...AND MAGNIFICENT... BUILDING...!!! The Narrator... Talk... to Fast.. with so Much... Information...to share??!! And His Voice... Type Wasn't... the Best to Use either??!!

The place will continue as it always has been under trump

Mar A Lago the next Federal Penitentiary

Love your videos. do you know if the property was air conditioned from the beginning

I liked the library the best.

ms. Marjorie is rolling!!!

2:50 I have a love-hate relationship with pilasters, especially really ornate ones; but holy moly, that one is so beautiful and tastefully-arranged.

But the question posed in the video title was not answered - a bit of a tease, I'd say.

Good timely and unbiased report, Ken. Could I see myself living there? Ha, ha, ha. No, but I could see myself getting lost there just looking for milk and Post Toasties.

Couldn't live there, but I would LOVE to see the home. The over-the-top living and dining look amazing. It's almost gaudy.

I wish they still sold Postum in stores.

Why would anyone want to change a thing! So beautiful and ornate!

She intended for it to host Presidential meetings and it did. And it will again.

Thank you for sharing the fascinating history of Mar-a-lago!!! 👍👍🙂

beautiful review!! I can't count the times I've driven past going home to delay bch. nothing is quite as sure as change! cheers 🍾🍾🍾🏳️‍🌈

Wealth is wasted on the rich. They show aerial photos of this place all the time and you'll never see anyone in that beautiful swimming pool, or hanging out enjoying the patios. Shame.

Can you do Henry Flagler's house Whitehall next? It's just down the street in Palm Beach

I dont know why people would hate a stunning house, or have anything bad to say towards you for showing us such an amazing place, just because of who owns it! Trump didnt even build it lol. Do those same people hate Cadillacs because he drives in one? So silly to hate an object or place because of a person. European craftsman, ancient tiles, historic brickwork.....my only complaint is that you didnt show more color pictures! The ship painting on the wall in the dining room! OMG, so many cool, intricate, and beautiful details that I havent seen anywhere else! A lot of European palaces, villas and manor houses tend to have a uniform look.....not this place! I had seen pictures of the inside, but this video BLEW MY MIND! The fireplaces carved to look like they had canopies? When people imagine living in a castle or palace, this is what they imagine....I think anyway, even more so than if you were in an actual castle. What a warm and comfortable space, but still so opulent! I am blown away, you need to do another video on this place!

Don't know much about mansions. But as a kid I remember the slogan POST CEREALS MAKE BREAKFAST A LITTLE BIT BETTER.

I live in Europe and I visited this place last year . this estate is very well known even here and I am so glad for Trump that he preserved it and it’s a classic with history and craftsmanship that is so exceptional. I don’t believe it’s only 18 million as what the newyork judge had said .

What a joke, the future of the estate is uncertain, what kind of bullshit is this.

History must be protected..

Such a great, non-judgmental history of an incredible property. It's sad to think of it sitting vacant again, since it will probably be seized.

Thanks for bringing us up to date on the history of the Post family. You mentioned something about tunnels, that’s intriguing. Removing integrity was a fait accompli. Sad!

Too, too much space for me to live comfortably. Thanks Ken for showing us around.

I love looking at these types of homes they're WAY TO BIG for me to live in but how cool would it be to have the means to buy something like this or even being able to rent one.

In these days of bipartisan political pot-shots aplenty, Ken, you have done an exemplary job of walking a tense tightrope in presenting the salient facts about this remarkable, in design and origin, American estate!

Trump is wonderful. Thank you Donald for saving this national treasure as you have so many others.

Excellent job on informing on the history of this clearly historic house. It is truly a home of its age and it is something that hopefully will be able to be enjoyed for a long time be it in the current owners possession or in another's. Deftly handled.

You are a very classy narrator.

I believe that this was the second or third largest private residence in the USA , when it was built, it was the tail end of the gilded age and what an age it was , Marjorie Meriweather Post was a fascinating character, she lived big, she had the largest private yacht in the world, married three times, I think and one of her daughter's was the actress, Dina Merrill.