Tom Ford's House (Former)

Tom Ford, the renowned fashion designer, has recently sold his remarkable New Mexico ranch, known as Cerro Pelon. After being on the market for over four years, the property has finally found a buyer. Situated just outside Santa Fe in the Galisteo Basin area, the sprawling estate spans an impressive 20,662 acres. What sets this property apart is its unique feature, the Silverado Movie Town, which was built in the 1980s for the Western film "Silverado" starring Kevin Kline, Danny Glover, and Kevin Costner. Since then, the movie set has been utilized for other films such as "All the Pretty Horses" in 2000 and "Thor" in 2011.

The Cerro Pelon Ranch offers an array of amenities, including extensive equestrian facilities with a covered riding arena and an eight-stall horse barn. The estate also boasts its own landing strip, making it easily accessible for private aircraft. Additionally, there are numerous guest houses, staff quarters, and a tennis court to accommodate the needs of its residents.

The ranch was initially listed for an impressive $75 million in 2016, but the price was later reduced to $48 million. Although the final sale price has not been disclosed, it is important to note that property sales in New Mexico are not part of the public record.

Designed by the acclaimed architect Tadao Ando, the main house on the Cerro Pelon Ranch is a true architectural gem. Ando, known for his innovative use of natural light, created a stunning structure that sits low to the earth, surrounded by an expansive reflecting pool. The main house showcases Ando's signature use of concrete and features floor-to-ceiling windows that offer breathtaking views of the reflecting pool. The design is a harmonious blend of clean lines, stone, and wood materials, creating a serene and modern living space. In fact, Ando was so pleased with the final design that he featured it on the cover of his book, "Ando, Completed Works 1975–2012."

Tom Ford, who shares a passion for architecture, had previously commissioned another architect, Alberto Campo Baeza, for the project 15 years ago. However, the plans were not approved by the authorities in New Mexico. Undeterred, Ford revisited the idea of owning a ranch and enlisted the expertise of Tadao Ando to bring his vision to life.

The Cerro Pelon Ranch offers an escape from the fast-paced and artificial world of the fashion industry. Ford has expressed his appreciation for the present moment when he spends time on the ranch, surrounded by the natural beauty of the New Mexico landscape. As he once stated in an interview with The Wall Street Journal, "We live in an artificial world... But when I spend time on my ranch in New Mexico—with the sun above me and the rattlesnakes growing under the bush—I appreciate the present."

In addition to his successful career in fashion, Tom Ford is also a filmmaker, having written and directed films such as "A Single Man" in 2009 and "Nocturnal Animals" in 2016. He currently serves as the chairman of the Board of the Council of Fashion Designers of America.

Tadao Ando, the Japanese architect behind the design of the Cerro Pelon Ranch, is renowned for his use of reinforced concrete and his ability to create unique spaces that embrace light and wind. His work ranges from residential complexes to sacred spaces, and he has received numerous accolades throughout his career.

Overall, the sale of Tom Ford's Cerro Pelon Ranch marks the end of an era for the fashion designer. The property, with its stunning Ando-designed main house and vast expanse of land, offers a retreat that seamlessly blends modern architecture with the natural beauty of the Santa Fe landscape.

“If you spend time on our ranch or in the American West or anywhere in nature, all of a sudden, all the things you worry about all the time fade away. That’s why one of the greatest problems with where we are culturally at this time is that we’ve all lost touch with the earth and that which is really important in the world.”

– Tom Ford