Bruno Abndank-Abakanowicz was the mathematician, engineer, and inventor responsible for constructing a Neo-Gothic castle on a French private island, both of which are currently for sale.

The 1937-built French chateau in Holmby ... Inspired by the designs of renowned Los Angeles architect Paul Williams, the chateau was once the home of Israel-Curley, who founded the first women ...

Inside, the home is decorated with French period ... The chateau is located on Long Neck Point Road, on a mile-long and half-mile wide peninsula jutting out into Long Island Sound.