The Marble Palace

An eye-popping Dubai estate

The breathtaking interior is embellished with more than 700,000 sheets of gold leaf, a project that required more than two years to complete. Courtesy of Luxhabitat Sotheby’s Int'l

Not all that long ago, the country of Dubai was mostly desert, but it now boasts Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, and a booming economy founded on oil and boosted by tourism.

The curated artwork and handcrafted furniture are all included in the purchase of the residence. Courtesy of Luxhabitat Sotheby’s Int'l