The penthouses around the world that show you’ve made it

It’s no secret that property prices around the globe are showing little signs of dropping any time soon. New and outrageous statistics about the impossibility of generation Y owning property are being concocted on an almost daily basis. Last year alone, house prices in London grew by 9.8%, which is a lot, particularly considering most had hoped for a little bit of light at the end of the ridiculously dark tunnel in 2014. But there are some gentlemen out there lucky enough to be on the property hunt, from whom the actual possibility of being able to own some of the coolest houses on the market is not that far fetched. And for the rest of us who can only afford to dream, here’s are the coolest penthouses on the market right now to whet your appetite.

Knightsbridge is undoubtedly one of the most incredible areas in the whole of the city, so to have a home that looks out onto it would be pretty incredible. This particular home is a lateral duplex penthouse and its stunning interiors are designed by the remarkable Alberto Pinto. With the amount of space than most can only dream of and a front door that’s minutes from both Harrods and Hyde Park, we can’t imagine it will be on the market for long…

The details: 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 4 reception rooms, an incredible roof terrace and access to the buildings communal gardens. 3924 square feet.

Asking price: £12,950,000.00

For more information about the property, see here

This is an utterly insane piece of property, and one that rivals even our wildest dreams of what the perfect penthouse should look like. The vista captures New York’s iconic and incredible Fifth Avenue and has a living room panorama that stare directly at the Empire State Building and beyond to the rest of Manhattan. A gentleman can dream, and that’s exactly what we’re doing with this prime cut of property.

The details: 8 bedrooms, 9 bathrooms. 9,450 square feet.

Asking price: $38,000,000.000

If you’re into modern interiors in a classically beautiful London building, this is the spot for you. The whole of this home is as impressive as it is beautiful and the because of the large windows and skylights on both the east and west side of the building, there is a constant stream of natural light throughout. Cadogan Place also has 8 acres worth of communal gardens that the lucky owner will have access to, and that includes two tennis courts…

The details: 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 4 reception rooms, tennis court, communal gardens. 4185 square feet.

Asking price: £12,750,000.00

For more information about the property, see here.

This Florida home is as high end as they come, and offers some of the most beautiful and breathtaking views of the Sunny Isles Beach. Luxury is the name of the game at the Muse Penthouse, the whole place is customised to perfection and with unbelievable finishes and some of the best interiors that money can buy.

The details: 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, swimming pool, exercise room, sauna, hot tub… the list goes on.

Asking price: $21,000,000

For more information about the property, see here.

South Beach in Miami is undoubtedly one of the most desirable places in the world, and this penthouse only adds to the area’s repertoire. The way that the home is laid out means that there are floor to ceiling windows across the whole complex, allowing a stunning 360 degree view of the sun’s rise and set. This is the stuff dreams are made of…

The details: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, sauna, tennis court, swimming pool. 4,750 square feet.

Asking price: $8,321,000

For more information about the property, see here.

Imagine having this flawless beach on your doorstep and being able to have panoramic views of the whole of St James in Barbados right out of your window? This beautiful home offers that, and more, with expansive rooms, the finest finishing features and a beautiful, huge private terrace.

The details: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, swimming pool, ocean view, full concierge service.

Asking price: $7,500,000

For more information about the property, see here.

(Main image source: Wayne Michael)