Alexander Ali

publicist and founder/CEO of The Society Group

publicist and founder/CEO of The Society Group

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The Gilded Age of the late 19th century produced vast estates, built by powerful families and inspired by the châteaux and mansions of Europe.

Gigamansions and the new Gilded Age

The Gilded Age of the late 19th century produced vast estates, built by powerful families and inspired by the châteaux and mansions of Europe.

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Alexander Ali, founder of The Society Group, at The Enchanted Woods.

Goat yoga and selfie museums: how to sell luxury homes now

Alexander Ali, founder of The Society Group, at The Enchanted Woods.

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DnA visits The One, a "gigamansion" under construction in Bel Air with a record- breaking price tag of $500 million.

Gigamansions and the new Gilded Age

DnA visits The One, a "gigamansion" under construction in Bel Air with a record- breaking price tag of $500 million.

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