Erica Packer brings in ‘interior designer to the stars’ to complete makeover of ex-husband James’ $72 million Crown penthouse
A famous Los Angeles interior designer has been revealed as one of the masterminds behind billionaire James Packer’s $72 million Sydney penthouse makeover.
Nathan Turner, star of the reality show Million Dollar Decorators, consulted on the redesign of Packer’s luxurious home atop Crown’s recently completed casino and resort.
He was hired by Packer’s ex-wife, Erica, to help convert the luxurious two-story rig into a “family-friendly” space, he reports. the daily telegraph.
Erica, 45, has been overseeing the lavish outfitting operations at the Packer penthouse, which includes demolishing a stairwell and installing an elevator.
Spread over the 48th and 49th floors of One Barangaroo, the luxurious house offers stunning views of the famous Sydney Harbour.
Erica Packer used a famous Los Angeles “interior designer to the stars” to complete the makeover of her ex-husband’s $72 million James Packer luxury home, reports The Daily Telegraph. In the photo: Erica in Paris in 2013
Sources close to Turner revealed to the publication that the star decorator is using beige silk wallpaper to “create warmth and character” within the platform’s 25 rooms.
Turner, who is based in the US, worked on the apartment during three separate visits to Sydney.
Erica, who reportedly has a fondness for all things vintage, had Turner scout local retailers specializing in mid-century pieces, including furniture and light fixtures.
Nathan Turner, star of the reality show Million Dollar Decorators, consulted on the redesign of Packer’s luxurious home atop Crown’s recently completed casino and resort.
Spread over the 48th and 49th floors of One Barangaroo, the luxurious home offers stunning views of the famous Sydney Harbor (pictured)
Sources close to Turner revealed to the publication that the star decorator is using beige silk wallpaper to “create warmth and character” within the platform’s 25 rooms. Pictured: The Packer penthouse before its new makeover
Turner also searched for pieces from antiques dealer Tamsin Johnson and pottery from Mud Australia and the DEA. He also shopped at Vampt Vintage, Studio Alm, and Sketch Co Gallery.
James Packer, who was instrumental in building the development at Barangaroo, bought the platform from the plan in 2017 for $60 million.
Meanwhile, James flew to Sydney for the first time in three years earlier this week to see the finished penthouse.
The 55-year-old stepped off a private plane that landed at Sydney airport on Sunday with Erica and their two daughters Indigo, 14, and Emmanuelle, 10.
Erica, who reportedly has a fondness for all things vintage, had Turner scout local retailers specializing in mid-century pieces, including furniture and light fixtures. In the image: one of the 25 rooms inside the penthouse.
The rent-a-jet flight is understood to have taken off from Saudi Arabia and the family is understood to be in Sydney for a ten-day stay.
James and Erica Packer got married in 2007 and finally separated in 2013, and are currently the parents of their three children.
James Packer primarily spends his time between an $80 million mansion in Los Angeles, which he bought to be closer to Erica and their children, his $20 million home in Aspen, Colorado, and his recently completed $50 million compound in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.
He also owns an Ellerstina polo ranch on the outskirts of Buenos Aires and a superyacht on which he often stays.
James Packer, who was instrumental in building the development at Barangaroo, bought the platform from the plan in 2017 for $60 million. Pictured: A view of the spectacular Crown Towers: Packer’s penthouse covers floors 48 and 49