Popular YouTubers and social media influencers Alanna Panday and her husband Ivor McCray have given their fans a glimpse into the extravagant world of high-end home renovation. The couple, who recently purchased a spacious five-bedroom house in Los Angeles, have embarked on a massive shopping spree for raw materials and appliances, with price tags that have left even them stunned.
The Lavish Marble Hunt Begins
In their latest vlog, the couple kicked off their shopping journey at a marble store boasting over 5,000 options. Alanna Panday, the cousin of Bollywood actor Ananya Panday, explained they were shopping for all the raw materials needed for the renovation, including stone, marble, flooring, and appliances. Ivor McCray humorously added that they were looking at "all the expensive stuff."
Their search led them to a stunning marble slab priced at $7,000 (approximately Rs 6.32 lakh) per piece. Alanna calculated that they would need five slabs for the kitchen and five for the bathroom, bringing the potential total for just that marble to a staggering $70,000 (around Rs 63 lakh). Reacting to the estimate, Ivor joked about putting a donation link in their video description. However, they clarified this was not a final decision, as they planned to visit three more stores before shortlisting their top five choices.
Kitchen Appliances with Car-Like Price Tags
The couple's next stop was for kitchen appliances, where Ivor expressed astonishment at the costs. "I didn't know a fridge could cost as much as a car. The fridge we want costs the same as my first car," he remarked. After exploring options, they zeroed in on a panel-ready Thermador refrigerator priced at $16,000 (Rs 14.4 lakh), which Alanna liked for its seamless look with the cabinets.
The real shock came when they looked at stoves. Alanna instantly fell in love with a luxury model. While the couple guessed its price to be between $30,000 and $40,000, a store representative revealed the actual cost was either $90,000 or $120,000, translating to a jaw-dropping Rs 81.2 lakh to Rs 1.1 crore. Ivor's immediate reaction was to exclaim, "That's ridiculous," while Alanna was left speechless. They eventually moved on to more practical options around $12,000 (Rs 10.8 lakh).
Investment Perspective and Final Selections
Throughout the vlog, Ivor McCray emphasized their perspective on the renovation as a long-term investment. "It's going to increase the value of our home," he stated, acknowledging that while it is their future residence, they are also mindful of its financial appreciation. He added that they were trying to stay within a budget but were willing to exceed it slightly for superior quality materials.
Wrapping up their appliance tour, Ivor confirmed their decision to purchase the Thermador fridge, and Alanna definitively stated, "We are definitely not getting the G-Wagon stove," referring to the exorbitantly priced model. The couple also went flooring shopping, looking for light oak options, and finalized marble for the kitchen and bathrooms, though they kept the final price under wraps, promising more details in future videos.
This lavish renovation journey offers a peek into the premium real estate and interior design market, highlighting the significant costs involved in creating a dream home, especially when viewed as both a personal haven and a financial asset.
